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Friday, 15 January 2010
The Anfield contenders
As Rafael Benitez struggles to avoid the axe hanging over his head after yet another week of turmoil at Anfield, Soccernet examine those contenders who may eventually replace him.
Liverpool have a history of remaining faithful to a manager while the season is still progressing, so any deal may wait until the summer, but their current form suggests that Benitez's time is likely running out and already a host of managers have been linked with his job:
The favourite: Guus Hiddink. The Dutchman is one of the most revered coaches in the game having worked wonders with Australia, South Korea and Holland, while he also proved himself in the Premier League during his stint with Chelsea. He thought long and hard about a return to England when Manchester City came calling and, even though he is still under contract with Russia, appears to be keen on taking another job in club football. Most recently, he has been linked with the Juventus job, but the pull of Anfield could be greater if he gets the blessing of his friend and Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich.
The legend: Kenny Dalglish. Unquestionably one of the only men who could cool the fans' ire at the current situation, the Anfield legend left the Liverpool job too early and ultimately regretted it. His reign ended with his resignation in 1991 and left Graeme Souness in charge, but Dalglish has since claimed he would have ''gone back like a shot'' if he had been asked. Now an academy director and club ambassador he would be a popular choice, but there are question marks over how he would adapt to a game he has not been involved with in a managerial capacity since Celtic a decade ago.
The 'Special One': Jose Mourinho. Having already shown with Chelsea that he has the ability to manage successfully in the Premier League, the current Inter boss has never hidden his desire to return to England but has also courted the job at Old Trafford. Still viewed as one of the best young managers in world football, he would be an interesting choice at Anfield given his history of clashes with Benitez. It would also be interesting to see the fans' reception for him. Mourinho has already claimed that he won't be leaving Inter during the season, so the Reds would have to wait until the summer to get their man and may also have to sell the club to a rich investor if they are to tempt him.
The owners' choice: Jurgen Klinsmann. The German boss was at the centre of a storm around rumours that he was approached as a replacement for Benitez back in 2008. Klinsmann has since claimed that the club have ''too laid back an attitude'' and that they lack consistency and quality. But is he the man to bring it? Benitez slammed Klinsi's credentials, claiming his managerial experience was ''short,'' but the owners may have a different impression if they can overcome the embarrassment of their previous efforts. He has currently decided to take a break from the game and return to the USA, but says he could be persuaded to take on another role after the World Cup.
The British bet: Martin O'Neill. It would be quite a move if the club could persuade O'Neill to put the brakes on his good work at Villa Park. Probably the best British manager in the game - Sir Alex Ferguson aside - O'Neill is a master at getting the best out of his players but, having never managed one of the top clubs in England, he may be tempted. That said, the stability of American owner Randy Lerner at Villa contrasts acutely with the situation in the boardroom at Anfield and many may argue that he has more of a chance of success with his current club.
The outsider: Frank Rijkaard. The former Barcelona boss has attacked Liverpool's ''ugly'' style of play in the past, and remains one of the best exponents of the free-flowing game around. His work at Galatasaray has lifted the club into title contention this season after they suffered a disappointing year in 2008-09 and his standing in the game is still high after his impressive title haul in Spain. However, the fact that the Dutchman is currently trying to tempt fellow countryman Ryan Babel to join him in Turkey suggests that he may not harbour much desire to leave.
Liverpool have a history of remaining faithful to a manager while the season is still progressing, so any deal may wait until the summer, but their current form suggests that Benitez's time is likely running out and already a host of managers have been linked with his job:
The favourite: Guus Hiddink. The Dutchman is one of the most revered coaches in the game having worked wonders with Australia, South Korea and Holland, while he also proved himself in the Premier League during his stint with Chelsea. He thought long and hard about a return to England when Manchester City came calling and, even though he is still under contract with Russia, appears to be keen on taking another job in club football. Most recently, he has been linked with the Juventus job, but the pull of Anfield could be greater if he gets the blessing of his friend and Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich.
The legend: Kenny Dalglish. Unquestionably one of the only men who could cool the fans' ire at the current situation, the Anfield legend left the Liverpool job too early and ultimately regretted it. His reign ended with his resignation in 1991 and left Graeme Souness in charge, but Dalglish has since claimed he would have ''gone back like a shot'' if he had been asked. Now an academy director and club ambassador he would be a popular choice, but there are question marks over how he would adapt to a game he has not been involved with in a managerial capacity since Celtic a decade ago.
The 'Special One': Jose Mourinho. Having already shown with Chelsea that he has the ability to manage successfully in the Premier League, the current Inter boss has never hidden his desire to return to England but has also courted the job at Old Trafford. Still viewed as one of the best young managers in world football, he would be an interesting choice at Anfield given his history of clashes with Benitez. It would also be interesting to see the fans' reception for him. Mourinho has already claimed that he won't be leaving Inter during the season, so the Reds would have to wait until the summer to get their man and may also have to sell the club to a rich investor if they are to tempt him.
The owners' choice: Jurgen Klinsmann. The German boss was at the centre of a storm around rumours that he was approached as a replacement for Benitez back in 2008. Klinsmann has since claimed that the club have ''too laid back an attitude'' and that they lack consistency and quality. But is he the man to bring it? Benitez slammed Klinsi's credentials, claiming his managerial experience was ''short,'' but the owners may have a different impression if they can overcome the embarrassment of their previous efforts. He has currently decided to take a break from the game and return to the USA, but says he could be persuaded to take on another role after the World Cup.
The British bet: Martin O'Neill. It would be quite a move if the club could persuade O'Neill to put the brakes on his good work at Villa Park. Probably the best British manager in the game - Sir Alex Ferguson aside - O'Neill is a master at getting the best out of his players but, having never managed one of the top clubs in England, he may be tempted. That said, the stability of American owner Randy Lerner at Villa contrasts acutely with the situation in the boardroom at Anfield and many may argue that he has more of a chance of success with his current club.
The outsider: Frank Rijkaard. The former Barcelona boss has attacked Liverpool's ''ugly'' style of play in the past, and remains one of the best exponents of the free-flowing game around. His work at Galatasaray has lifted the club into title contention this season after they suffered a disappointing year in 2008-09 and his standing in the game is still high after his impressive title haul in Spain. However, the fact that the Dutchman is currently trying to tempt fellow countryman Ryan Babel to join him in Turkey suggests that he may not harbour much desire to leave.
Thursday, 14 January 2010
Isu Penggunaan Kalimah Allah
1. Allah adalah tuhan bagi seluruh alam. Ini dinyatakan dalam surah al-Fatihah ayat 2.
2. Hasrat sebahagian penganut bukan muslim untuk menggunakan lafaz Allah sebagai rujukan kepada Tuhan yang mereka sembah adalah satu perkembangan positif. Ia satu pengiktirafan kepada kewujudan Allah.
3. Ini boleh membuka ruang yang lebih luas untuk berdakwah dan mencari hakikat tuhan yang sebenar.
4. Namun wujud juga nilai yang negatif.
5. Antaranya pencemaran terhadap kalimah Allah. Allah dalam aqidah Islam adalah tuhan yang esa, tidak beranak, tidak dilahirkan dan mempunyai segala sifat kesempurnaan. Namun hakikat ketuhanan dalam masyarakat Kristian berdasarkan konsep triniti. Triniti membawa maksud bahawa tuhan terdiri daripada tiga entiti yang menjadi satu. Aqidah triniti ditolak oleh al-Quran.
5. Persoalan yang perlu dikaji, wujudkah kalimah Allah dalam kitab-kitab suci? Dalam al-Quran, memang wujud kalimah Allah ketika ayat al-Quran ditujukan kepada golongan ahli kitab.
6. Bagaimana dengan Bible yang terdiri daripada Perjanjian Lama dan Perjanjian Baru. Adakah lafaz Allah wujud dalam versi bahasa Inggeris, Jerman, Perancis dan Arab? Jika tidak wujud, bermakna ia memang bukan istilah yang diterima dalam Bible hari ini. Jika wujud, bilakah kewujudannya dan adakah lafaz Allah adalah asal atau sekadar meminjam kalimah Arab.
7. Dikhuatiri kekeliruan juga mungkin berlaku di kalangan masyarakat muslim dan bukan muslim. Mungkin kan wujud kefahaman bahawa Islam dan Kristian adalah agama yang sama kerana tuhan kedua aagama ini disebut Allah. Akhirnya wujud pula pluralisma agama. Akhirnya mungkin wujud fahaman bahawa kita bebas untuk menganut Islam atau Kristian kerana tuhannya adalah Allah.
8. Faktor bahasa perlu difahami dengan baik. Adat masyarakat juga perlu diraikan. Konsep menutup pintu-pintu ke arah maksiat wajar difahami dengan baik.
9. Akhirnya perkara ini perlu difahami dengan tenang. Setiap individu muslim perlu memililki kefahaman aqidah tauhid yang jelas dan mantap. Apa jua yang berlaku, insyaAllah kita akan selamat.
Nukilan : Ustaz Nidzam Kadir
2. Hasrat sebahagian penganut bukan muslim untuk menggunakan lafaz Allah sebagai rujukan kepada Tuhan yang mereka sembah adalah satu perkembangan positif. Ia satu pengiktirafan kepada kewujudan Allah.
3. Ini boleh membuka ruang yang lebih luas untuk berdakwah dan mencari hakikat tuhan yang sebenar.
4. Namun wujud juga nilai yang negatif.
5. Antaranya pencemaran terhadap kalimah Allah. Allah dalam aqidah Islam adalah tuhan yang esa, tidak beranak, tidak dilahirkan dan mempunyai segala sifat kesempurnaan. Namun hakikat ketuhanan dalam masyarakat Kristian berdasarkan konsep triniti. Triniti membawa maksud bahawa tuhan terdiri daripada tiga entiti yang menjadi satu. Aqidah triniti ditolak oleh al-Quran.
5. Persoalan yang perlu dikaji, wujudkah kalimah Allah dalam kitab-kitab suci? Dalam al-Quran, memang wujud kalimah Allah ketika ayat al-Quran ditujukan kepada golongan ahli kitab.
6. Bagaimana dengan Bible yang terdiri daripada Perjanjian Lama dan Perjanjian Baru. Adakah lafaz Allah wujud dalam versi bahasa Inggeris, Jerman, Perancis dan Arab? Jika tidak wujud, bermakna ia memang bukan istilah yang diterima dalam Bible hari ini. Jika wujud, bilakah kewujudannya dan adakah lafaz Allah adalah asal atau sekadar meminjam kalimah Arab.
7. Dikhuatiri kekeliruan juga mungkin berlaku di kalangan masyarakat muslim dan bukan muslim. Mungkin kan wujud kefahaman bahawa Islam dan Kristian adalah agama yang sama kerana tuhan kedua aagama ini disebut Allah. Akhirnya wujud pula pluralisma agama. Akhirnya mungkin wujud fahaman bahawa kita bebas untuk menganut Islam atau Kristian kerana tuhannya adalah Allah.
8. Faktor bahasa perlu difahami dengan baik. Adat masyarakat juga perlu diraikan. Konsep menutup pintu-pintu ke arah maksiat wajar difahami dengan baik.
9. Akhirnya perkara ini perlu difahami dengan tenang. Setiap individu muslim perlu memililki kefahaman aqidah tauhid yang jelas dan mantap. Apa jua yang berlaku, insyaAllah kita akan selamat.
Nukilan : Ustaz Nidzam Kadir
Thursday, 7 January 2010
Info Muharam
Muharam adalah bulan pertama dalam tahun Islam (Hijrah). Sebelum Rasulullah berhijrah dari Makkah ke Yathrib, kiraan bulan dibuat mengikut tahun Masihi. Hijrah Rasulullah memberi kesan besar kepada Islam sama ada dari sudut dakwah Rasulullah, ukhuwwah dan syiar Islam itu sendiri.
Pada asasnya, Muharam membawa maksud 'diharamkan', iaitu Allah SWT melarang melakukan peperangan atau pertumpahan darah. Namun demikian larangan ini ditamatkan setelah pembukaan Makkah (Al Baqarah: 91). Sejak pemansuhan itu, umat Islam boleh melaksanakan tugas dan ibadat harian tanpa terikat lagi dengan larangan berkenaan.
Peristiwa-peristiwa penting
1 Muharam - Khalifah Umar Al-Khattab mula membuat penetapan kiraan bulan dalam Hijrah.
10 Muharam - Dinamakan juga hari 'Asyura'. Pada hari itu banyak terjadi peristiwa penting yang mencerminkan kegemilangan bagi perjuangan yang gigih dan tabah bagi menegakkan keadilan dan kebenaran. Pada 10 Muharam juga telah berlaku:
1. Nabi Adam bertaubat kepada Allah.
2. Nabi Idris diangkat oleh Allah ke langit.
3. Nabi Nuh diselamatkan Allah keluar dari perahunya sesudah bumi ditenggelamkan selama enam bulan.
4. Nabi Ibrahim diselamatkan Allah dari pembakaran Raja Namrud.
5. Allah menurunkan kitab Taurat kepada Nabi Musa.
6. Nabi Yusuf dibebaskan dari penjara.
7. Penglihatan Nabi Yaakob yang kabur dipulihkkan Allah.
8. Nabi Ayub dipulihkan Allah dari penyakit kulit yang dideritainya.
9. Nabi Yunus selamat keluar dari perut ikan paus setelah berada di dalamnya selama 40 hari 40 malam.
10. Laut Merah terbelah dua untuk menyelamatkan Nabi Musa dan pengikutnya dari tentera Firaun.
11. Kesalahan Nabi Daud diampuni Allah.
12. Nabi Sulaiman dikurniakan Allah kerajaan yang besar.
13. Hari pertama Allah menciptakan alam.
14. Hari Pertama Allah menurunkan rahmat.
15. Hari pertama Allah menurunkan hujan.
16. Allah menjadikan 'Arasy.
17. Allah menjadikan Luh Mahfuz.
18. Allah menjadikan alam.
19. Allah menjadikan Malaikat Jibril.
20. Nabi Isa diangkat ke langit.
Pada asasnya, Muharam membawa maksud 'diharamkan', iaitu Allah SWT melarang melakukan peperangan atau pertumpahan darah. Namun demikian larangan ini ditamatkan setelah pembukaan Makkah (Al Baqarah: 91). Sejak pemansuhan itu, umat Islam boleh melaksanakan tugas dan ibadat harian tanpa terikat lagi dengan larangan berkenaan.
Peristiwa-peristiwa penting
1 Muharam - Khalifah Umar Al-Khattab mula membuat penetapan kiraan bulan dalam Hijrah.
10 Muharam - Dinamakan juga hari 'Asyura'. Pada hari itu banyak terjadi peristiwa penting yang mencerminkan kegemilangan bagi perjuangan yang gigih dan tabah bagi menegakkan keadilan dan kebenaran. Pada 10 Muharam juga telah berlaku:
1. Nabi Adam bertaubat kepada Allah.
2. Nabi Idris diangkat oleh Allah ke langit.
3. Nabi Nuh diselamatkan Allah keluar dari perahunya sesudah bumi ditenggelamkan selama enam bulan.
4. Nabi Ibrahim diselamatkan Allah dari pembakaran Raja Namrud.
5. Allah menurunkan kitab Taurat kepada Nabi Musa.
6. Nabi Yusuf dibebaskan dari penjara.
7. Penglihatan Nabi Yaakob yang kabur dipulihkkan Allah.
8. Nabi Ayub dipulihkan Allah dari penyakit kulit yang dideritainya.
9. Nabi Yunus selamat keluar dari perut ikan paus setelah berada di dalamnya selama 40 hari 40 malam.
10. Laut Merah terbelah dua untuk menyelamatkan Nabi Musa dan pengikutnya dari tentera Firaun.
11. Kesalahan Nabi Daud diampuni Allah.
12. Nabi Sulaiman dikurniakan Allah kerajaan yang besar.
13. Hari pertama Allah menciptakan alam.
14. Hari Pertama Allah menurunkan rahmat.
15. Hari pertama Allah menurunkan hujan.
16. Allah menjadikan 'Arasy.
17. Allah menjadikan Luh Mahfuz.
18. Allah menjadikan alam.
19. Allah menjadikan Malaikat Jibril.
20. Nabi Isa diangkat ke langit.
Tuesday, 5 January 2010
The Introvert's Personality Traits
Most of us are introverts or extroverts by nature, but we all display either introverted or extroverted personality characteristics at different times.
For instance, you may be an introvert in a group of strangers and an extrovert at home with your family. However, most people exhibit stronger tendencies one way or another, towards either the introvert or extrovert side of the spectrum.
Introverts have an inward focus and aren't usually the life of the party. They have a strong sense of self that can make them feel highly self-conscious around other people – making walking into a crowded room a little nerve-wracking. Introverts have a hard time being goofy in front of the camera and telling jokes to more than a couple of people at a time, but they can be extremely witty.
Introverts process their emotions, thoughts, and observations internally. They can be social people, but reveal less about themselves than extroverts do. Introverts are more private, and less public. Introverts need time to think before responding to a situation, and develop their ideas by reflecting privately. Introverts' personality traits can be passionate, but not usually aggressive.
Introverts can focus their attention more readily and for longer periods of time, and they aren't easily swayed by other people's opinions.
Are Introverts Shy and Quiet?
Some introverts aren't stereotypically shy and can strike up conversations with anyone. These introverts enjoy talking and listening to people, and going to parties and events. But most introverts would rather be at home. Introverts can find small talk easy but tiring – and sometimes boring. They'd rather have meaningful conversations about the depths of human souls and minds, but find few opportunities.
An introvert's personality traits aren't necessarily tentative or hesitant, but introverts do prefer to think before they act. When introverts are ready they take action!
Where Introverts Get Their Energy
Introverts tend to get their energy from within, so being with people is draining. After a day filled with people or activities, introverts tend to feel exhausted and empty. To recharge their batteries introverts need to be alone reading, daydreaming, painting, or gardening – any solo activity fills them up again. This doesn't mean introverts have to live alone in a cave in the hills; they just need quiet time to come back to themselves. The energy source for introverts is from within.
Physiological Differences Between Introverts and Extroverts
Introverts' personality traits include increased blood flow in the frontal lobes, anterior thalamus, and other regions associated with remembering events, making plans, and problem-solving. An introvert's brain is literally wired differently than an extrovert's!
Introverts in Love Relationships
Introverts don't necessarily have a fear of intimacy – but they can be more difficult to get to know than an outgoing, friendly extrovert. Dating and relationships for introverts can be challenging; knowing a few dating tips for introverts will help.
For instance, you may be an introvert in a group of strangers and an extrovert at home with your family. However, most people exhibit stronger tendencies one way or another, towards either the introvert or extrovert side of the spectrum.
Introverts have an inward focus and aren't usually the life of the party. They have a strong sense of self that can make them feel highly self-conscious around other people – making walking into a crowded room a little nerve-wracking. Introverts have a hard time being goofy in front of the camera and telling jokes to more than a couple of people at a time, but they can be extremely witty.
Introverts process their emotions, thoughts, and observations internally. They can be social people, but reveal less about themselves than extroverts do. Introverts are more private, and less public. Introverts need time to think before responding to a situation, and develop their ideas by reflecting privately. Introverts' personality traits can be passionate, but not usually aggressive.
Introverts can focus their attention more readily and for longer periods of time, and they aren't easily swayed by other people's opinions.
Are Introverts Shy and Quiet?
Some introverts aren't stereotypically shy and can strike up conversations with anyone. These introverts enjoy talking and listening to people, and going to parties and events. But most introverts would rather be at home. Introverts can find small talk easy but tiring – and sometimes boring. They'd rather have meaningful conversations about the depths of human souls and minds, but find few opportunities.
An introvert's personality traits aren't necessarily tentative or hesitant, but introverts do prefer to think before they act. When introverts are ready they take action!
Where Introverts Get Their Energy
Introverts tend to get their energy from within, so being with people is draining. After a day filled with people or activities, introverts tend to feel exhausted and empty. To recharge their batteries introverts need to be alone reading, daydreaming, painting, or gardening – any solo activity fills them up again. This doesn't mean introverts have to live alone in a cave in the hills; they just need quiet time to come back to themselves. The energy source for introverts is from within.
Physiological Differences Between Introverts and Extroverts
Introverts' personality traits include increased blood flow in the frontal lobes, anterior thalamus, and other regions associated with remembering events, making plans, and problem-solving. An introvert's brain is literally wired differently than an extrovert's!
Introverts in Love Relationships
Introverts don't necessarily have a fear of intimacy – but they can be more difficult to get to know than an outgoing, friendly extrovert. Dating and relationships for introverts can be challenging; knowing a few dating tips for introverts will help.
Saturday, 2 January 2010
January 2010 : Transfer Window
BBC Sport
Money to spend:
The financial difficulties being experienced by the club's American owners means funds will be limited. Yet news that Liverpool are close to securing new finances to start work on a new stadium suggest better times ahead. Manager Rafael Benitez will probably still have to sell if he wants to buy but there is likely to be some activity.
January previous:
Benitez cut his considerable losses and dispatched Robbie Keane back to Tottenham last January. The Spaniard has tended to do most of his buying business in the summer, but Martin Skrtel was snapped up for £6m in 2008 and Alvaro Arbeloa, Javier Mascherano and Daniel Agger also arrived at the club in previous transfer windows.
What they need:
A previously watertight defence has started to creak, with 25 goals shipped at the halfway point. Only 27 were conceded in the whole of the last campaign. At the other end, Steven Gerrard and Fernando Torres would welcome a bit of assistance.
Who they might buy:
After Sir Alex Ferguson signed Michael Owen, would the Kop be as welcoming of former Red Devil Ruud van Nistelrooy? A return to Anfield for 31-year-old Emile Heskey might prove more popular. Crystal Palace's young star Victor Moses could cost more than both and is an outside bet for a team needing immediate remedies. Matthew Upson may be an affordable defensive option. Any chance of landing the likes of Hamburg's Eljero Elia and Valencia's Juan Mata requires funds generated by some serious out-goings.
Who might be leaving:
Ryan Babel has talked his way out of a future at the club and could bring in a sizeable fee from the continent. Andrea Dossena and Andriy Voronin's likely departures will add little to the kitty. Javier Masherano's enthusiasm for a new contract has been less than overwhelming but his sale would be an unpopular gamble from a manager under pressure.
Friday, 1 January 2010
01.01.2010
UNIC - Langkah Tercipta
Semalam aku kelukaan,
kecewa kehampaan,
mencalar ketabahan,
mimpi yang sering ku harapkan,
menjadi kenyataan,
namun tak kesampaian.
Allah…
Inginku hentikan langkah ini,
bagaikan tak mampu untuk ku bertahan,
semangat tenggelam,
lemah daya,
haruskah aku mengalah,
namun jiwaku berbisik,
inilah dugaan.
Dan langkahku kini terbuka,
pada hikmah dugaan,
uji keimanan (menguji keimanan),
tak dilontarkan Nya ujian,
di luar kekuatan,
setiap diri insan.
Allah…
Pimpinlah diriku,
tuk bangkit semula,
meneruskan langkah,
perjuangan ini,
cekalkan hati dan semangatku,
kurniakan ketabahan,
agar mimpi jadi nyata,
pada Mu ku meminta.
Daku mohon agung kudrat Mu,
wahai Tuhan yang satu,
segalanya dari Mu.
Semalam aku kelukaan,
kecewa kehampaan,
mencalar ketabahan,
mimpi yang sering ku harapkan,
menjadi kenyataan,
namun tak kesampaian.
Allah…
Inginku hentikan langkah ini,
bagaikan tak mampu untuk ku bertahan,
semangat tenggelam,
lemah daya,
haruskah aku mengalah,
namun jiwaku berbisik,
inilah dugaan.
Dan langkahku kini terbuka,
pada hikmah dugaan,
uji keimanan (menguji keimanan),
tak dilontarkan Nya ujian,
di luar kekuatan,
setiap diri insan.
Allah…
Pimpinlah diriku,
tuk bangkit semula,
meneruskan langkah,
perjuangan ini,
cekalkan hati dan semangatku,
kurniakan ketabahan,
agar mimpi jadi nyata,
pada Mu ku meminta.
Daku mohon agung kudrat Mu,
wahai Tuhan yang satu,
segalanya dari Mu.
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