Whenever one of her relatives died, the women assembled and then dispersed (returned to their houses) except her relatives and close friends...
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Narrated by Aisha (R.A):
Whenever one of her relatives died, the women assembled and then dispersed (returned to their houses) except her relatives and close friends. She would order that a pot of talbina be cooked. Then tharid (a dish prepared from meat and bread) would be prepared and the talbina would be poured on it. I would say (to the women),”Eat of it, for I heard Allah’s Apostle (S.A.W) saying, ‘The talbina soothes the heart of the patient and relieves him from some of his sadness.’”
Sahih Bukhari, Volume 7, Book 65, Number 328
Star Trek shaped the future of technology by its visionary concepts that inspired generations of scientists and engineers.
The original Star Trek series, which aired from 1966 to 1969, not only captivated audiences with its futuristic storytelling but also inspired real-world inventions. Many of the gadgets and technologies featured in the show were considered science fiction at the time but have since become a reality or laid the groundwork for future innovations.
One of the most iconic devices from Star Trek is the communicator, a handheld device used by the crew to communicate across distances. This concept directly inspired the creation of mobile phones. Martin Cooper, a Motorola executive, credited Star Trek’s communicator as a key influence when he developed the first handheld mobile phone in 1973. Today, smartphones have gone far beyond what the original communicator could do, but the essence of portable communication began with Star Trek.
The tablet computer is another invention inspired by Star Trek. In the series, crew members are seen using a device called a Personal Access Display Device (PADD), which closely resembles modern-day tablets. This concept of a lightweight, portable, touch-screen device has become a reality in the form of iPads, tablets, and e-readers, changing how we access and consume information.
Star Trek also introduced the idea of voice-activated computers, seen in how the crew interacts with the ship’s computer system simply by speaking to it. This concept has evolved into today’s virtual assistants like Siri, Alexa, and Google Assistant, which allow users to control devices and access information through voice commands.
Another fascinating invention with roots in Star Trek is the medical tricorder, used by Dr. McCoy to diagnose patients instantly. While we don’t have an exact replica yet, advances in medical technology, such as handheld diagnostic devices and scanners, aim to bring this vision closer to reality. Companies are actively working on devices that can monitor vital signs, perform diagnostics, and provide immediate health data.
In many ways, Star Trek shaped the future of technology. Its visionary concepts have not only inspired generations of scientists and engineers but also pushed the boundaries of what humanity can achieve. The series showed that what we imagine today could become the innovations of tomorrow.
