Here I am at the Blue Mosque in Istanbul, Turkey in May, 2015. I would like to say a prayer on behalf of Turkey and Syria in light of the recent earthquakes of February, 2023.
Camille Paldi participated in the 6th Global Islamic Marketing Conference (GIMAC) sponsored by Qatar University, Ercives University, and Istanbul University in Istanbul, Turkey. Camille Paldi explained the concept of riba or interest and its implications and how finance without interest has benefits for evervone. Paldi clarified that in fact Thomas Jefferson read and was influenced by the Qu’ran.
While participating in the 6th Global Islamic Marketing Conference (GIMAC) sponsored by Qatar University, Ercives University, and Istanbul University in Istanbul, Turkey in May, 2015, I had the chance to experience the Turkish Hammam or bath in the hotel I was staying at, which was the Ramada Old City Istanbul.
https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/ramada/istanbul-turkey/ramada-istanbul-old-city/overview
The bath, which typically includes scrubbing, steam, and massage, has many benefits including improved circulation, detoxification, activation of the lymphatic system, exfoliation of a layer of dead skin from the skin, and improved mind-body connection. It is a wonderful treatment for those suffering from anxiety as the bath calms the central nervous system.
Baths or treatments including steam help to detoxify the body by purging toxins through sweat through the pores. This leads to a healthier mind and body as well as improved metabolism and a strengthened immune system.
References
Al Huda Real Estate, Turkish Hammam: 4 Benefits of the Ancient Bathing Ritual, (February 16, 2023, 1:23 PM) https://www.alhudarealestate.com/en/news/turkish-hammam-4-health-benefits.
Albatross Wellness, The Benefits of the Hammam, (February 16, 2023, 1: 25 PM) https://albatroswellness.it/en/the-benefits-of-the-hammam/.
Art of Sauna, The Unique Turkish Bath Treatment, (February 16, 2023, 1:30 PM) https://artofsauna.ca/the-unique-turkish-bath-treatment/.
Fit People, Benefits of the Turkish Bath, (February 16, 2023, 1:27 PM) https://fitpeople.com/health/turkish-baths-and-their-benefits/
Hamamomerye, 10 Immediate Benefits of Visiting a Hammam Bath, (February 16, 2023, 1:26 PM) https://www.hamamomerye.com/en/blog/107-10-immediate-benefits-of-visiting-a-hamam-bath.
Soupy Vajpayee, Turkish Hammam: Not Just a Beauty Routine, (February 16, 2023, 1:20 PM) https://www.hindustantimes.com/lifestyle/health/turkish-hammam-not-just-a-beauty-routine-101658383225350.html.
Steam-Sauna.com, What is a Turkish Bath Treatment and What Are the Benefits? (February 16, 2023, 1:22 PM) http://steam-sauna.com/blog/what-is-a-turkish-bath-treatment-and-what-are-the-benefits-read-here.html.
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