.:: TOUCHED BY MERCY - The Burda Explained ::.

*** UPDATE ***

AlhamduliLlah, in order to make this event more accessible and affordable to everyone, we have changed the format and the venue.

This will now be a ONE-DAY INTENSIVE on Saturday 26th of March. Registration begins at 8am, with teaching commences at 9am. The day will be closed at 9pm.

The venue for the intensive has been changed to the following:
ILM CENTRE,
Clarence House, Clarence Street,
Blackburn BB1 8AN, UK

(The content of the day will be the same as retreat)

REGISTER online @ http://burdatour-uk.eventbrite.com/

DONATE online to help offset some of our operation costs @ http://burdatour-uk.eventbrite.com/

Overnight accommodations will be made available for sisters traveling in the night before the event, or returning home the morning after the event.

The cost of the event will now only be £45 for the day. For those staying over there will be an additional charge of £20 per night. Food is included.

We are having to cap the numbers of participants due to the venue, so please let me know asap if you would like to reserve your place.

call/text: +44 (0) 7966 534552
email: Bano@relief-works.org

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.:: WHAT ::.
During this 1-DAY INTENSIVE, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani will comment on the entire Qasida Burda of Imam Busiri -- one of the greatest expressions of love of the Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace) -- and will explaining it using the classical commentaries of Imam Bajuri, Imam Kharputi, Shaykhzada, Ibn `Allan, and others.

The event will also provide practical guidance on how we can manifest Prophetic mercy to those around us, and share his beautiful character and reachings with those in our own neighbourhoods and communities.

Shaykh Faraz's sessions will be interspersed with group recitations of the Burda, led by Sidi Nader Khan. Sidi Nader will also be performing other songs in praise of the Beloved Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace), throughout the retreat.

(If you're looking for information on the 7-day Burda tour, go to: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=157953717591473)


.:: WHY ::.
As Imam Busiri himself puts it, "By the praise & mention of the Chosen One (peace and blessings be upon him) hearts are brought to life."

The reading and commentary on the Burda will be a means of increase in your:
[1] faith (iman);
[2] reverence (ta`dhim);
[3] knowledge of the Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace)'s person;
[4] appreciating his beautiful character, form, conduct, and life;
[5] thankfulness to Allah for the gift of the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him);
[6] stirring and increasing your love for the Beloved Messenger of Allah (peace & blessings be upon him & his folk), which is a condition for the perfection of faith; and
[7] drawing closer to the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him) through this increase in faith, love, and thankfulness--and through the resolve to walk in the footsteps of the Best of Creation (peace and blessings be upon him) towards your eternal standing with the Lord of the Worlds (Mighty & Majestic).

The text of the Burda will be provided, along with a work book to take notes. Students will be encouraged to get Sh. Abdal Hakim Murad's excellent translation of the Burda, "The Mantle Adorned."


.:: APPLICATION ::.
To apply for your place at the intensive,
1. Download the Application Form from the following link: http://dl.dropbox.com/u/604126/TBM_RetreatApplication.doc
(right-click the link and save to your desktop)
2. Fill out the form
3. Email the completed form to Bano@relief-works.org

This event is open to brothers and sisters and will cost £45 all inclusive. For those traveling from far, overnight accommodations can be arranged.


.:: DEADLINE ::.
Completed forms must be e-mailed to Bano@relief-works.org
*** at your EARLIEST ***.

Spots will be allotted on a first-come-first-served basis. Please submit your application TODAY to avoid disappointment.


.:: CONTACT ::.
For any questions or queries please contact Sr. Bano:
call/text: +44 (0) 7966 534552
email: Bano@relief-works.org



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