Siraaj

While I respect the sentiments expressed in your post, I have to diagree with the linguistic argument you are putting forth. The Arabic word والدان does not carry within it an intrinsic relationship to the mother either semantically or linguistically.

First let us examine the semantic argument you have put forth that since the word والدان comes from the triliteral root و-ل-د , which carries within it meanings of child-bearing, the word والدان must carry a maternal sense. This is untrue. In fact, the root و-ل-د does not carry the meaning of actual childbirth itself, but rather the practice of child-bearing and procreation. It recognizes it as a two-person act. Thus the verb ولد can mean a variety of things. It can mean to physically give birth, but also to procreate, to produce, to have a child with someone. Other forms of the verb move beyond physical child birth and focus on the act of procreation or breeding.

Secondly, linguistically the word والدان is the dual form generated from the masculine word والد, which is the masculine active participle of the verb ولد , meaning procreator or father. Of course there is a feminine form of this active participle, والدة , meaning “mother,” but the word والدان is not derived from this or else it would be والدتان . In fact, if we look at this from the point of view of the grammar of the Arabic language, what we see is the والدان most simply means “two procreators.” It’s secondary meaning is “parents.” However, because it is derived from the masculine active participle, we can say that it’s semantic leanings are not feminine. That is to say the word والدان does not acknowledge the mother over the father, rather it acknowledges both as equal partners in the act of procreation. Further evidence of this derives from the fact that in most Arabic dictionaries, والدان will be listed as a sub-entry under والد.

This ability of containing extra meanings in dual forms, what we call اسلوب التغليب is not something unique to Arabic, but is shared by all Semitic languages such as Hebrew and Aramaic. So while I enjoy the sentiments that we should honor both our fathers and mothers equally, this is not, as you say, something inherent in the Arabic language or even unique to Arabic.

The Real value of mother is Never known till you loose her, and I am one of the unfortunates that has lost the most valuable person on earth……

Read the paragraphs
“Much of Dr. El-Kadi’s written work can be read in the Journal of Islamic Medical Association of North America (JIMA), published by the Islamic Medical Association of North America (IMANA).”

I am sure they have the work in those journals. But you are right it does not have that much info on the web concerning his work. When i started researching after you asked i found very little as well. However, try to contact the info i gave and go from there.
salam

http://www.positive-action.net/blackseed/Black%20Seed%20Research.htm

http://www.amazingherbs.com/arblacseedoi.html

http://www.healthymuslim.com/articles/tuepx-research-summaries-on-nigella-sativa-black-seed—part-1.cfm

http://www.islamawareness.net/Hospitals/kalonji.html

Here is information of a doctor that used to work with Dr. Elkadi
http://www.drnaima.com/drnaima.html

http://www.energy-medicine.info/naima-abdel.html

I would appreciate any and all you can do regarding this matter. I have spent hours researching everything I can regarding Dr. Elkadis’ (Rahimuhullah) research but information via the internet is limited.

If possible, can you contact me Luv2veil@live.com?

Jazakhallahu khairun.

Its funny you ask, we just came back last night from visiting Iman Elkadi this weekend. InshAllah, I will check with her in a few days to find out if I can share his publications and information about the research on this forum and try to see if i can get you a phone number to call as well or a website of some sort IF any. He did use to sell the products as a business in Virginia at some point. His office is no longer in our town since he moved to Virginia and than subsequently Tampa. I would have to confirm with his wife before i do anything.
Also you can read about the benefits of black seed in the Hadiths.
InshAllah i will get back to you in a week.
salam

I am also very interested in obtaining information on Dr. Ahmed Elkadis’ research on the uses of Black Seed. Are there any publications available?

Jazakhallahu khairun,

Luv2Veil