DAILYREFLECTION
Those who believe and whose hearts find peace in the remembrance of Allah. Surely in the remembrance of Allah do hearts find peace.
In the Bay of Fundy, between Nova Scotia and New Brunswick, one of Earth's most powerful natural rhythms plays out twice daily with mathematical precision. The tidal system here creates 50-foot water level changes every 12 hours and 25 minutes, moving 100 billion tons of water in predictable cycles powered by lunar-solar gravitational resonance. This spectacular display has maintained its reliability for millions of years, creating a natural timepiece that coastal life depends upon for survival.
The bay's tides operate according to celestial mechanics that transcend local weather conditions, seasonal changes, or human activity. Storm systems may create surface turbulence, but the fundamental tidal rhythm continues uninterrupted. Marine organisms have synchronized their reproduction, feeding, and migration patterns to these dependable cycles, finding security in the predictable ebb and flow that connects them to cosmic forces far beyond their immediate environment.
What makes the Bay of Fundy extraordinary is how this massive movement of water creates calm rather than chaos. Despite the tremendous power involved, the tidal rhythm brings peace to the ecosystem. Fish, birds, and marine mammals organize their lives around these reliable cycles, finding rest in the knowledge that they can trust this pattern to continue regardless of changing circumstances.
The Quran teaches that hearts find peace in the remembrance of Allah. Like the Bay of Fundy tides that create stability through regular rhythm, dhikr establishes spiritual cycles that bring tranquility to our inner lives.
Reflect On This
Which moments throughout my day could become natural opportunities for connecting with Allah through dhikr?
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WATERMELONWATCH
A child looks out from a tent as displaced Palestinians shelter in a tent camp in Deir al-Balah, central Gaza Strip.
Israel ordered families in Bani Suhaila near Khan Younis to evacuate, the first forced displacement reported since the October 2025 ceasefire, deepening overcrowding for civilians already living in makeshift shelter. Even as fear spreads, local aid kitchens and neighbors continue sharing what food and warmth they can to keep families going.
Israel demolished structures inside UNRWA’s East Jerusalem compound, a move UNRWA condemned as violating international law and another obstacle for an agency central to refugee services and relief. In response, humanitarian groups are tightening coordination so essential support can keep reaching Palestinians despite shrinking operational space.
UNICEF and WHO began a second round of routine immunization catch up in Gaza (January 18 to 29), deploying 170 teams and mobile units as winter conditions and damaged health infrastructure raise disease risks. This is practical hope, vaccines moving through hardship, with a third round planned for April 2026 to keep closing immunity gaps for children.
QURANCORNER
وَلَا يَحُضُّ عَلَىٰ طَعَامِ الْمِسْكِينِ
“And does not encourage the feeding of the poor.”
Wa lā yaḥuḍḍu ʿalā ṭaʿāmi al-miskīn
Shows lack of both personal action and social influence in helping the needy.
Reflects a heart disconnected from mercy and faith.
It’s not just about giving, but about encouraging a culture of compassion.