Seekers Hub
SeekersHub Global endeavours to nurture individuals to manifest the guidance of the Qur’an and Prophetic teachings in their own life.
SeekersHub is a non-profit Islamic educational portal. It is our mission to make sound knowledge from reliable scholars available anywhere, at any time, through online courses, on-the-ground seminars, engaging and inspiring Islamic media and through our Answers service — completely free of cost, with our Knowledge without Barriers initiative
Why SeekersHub?
In order to benefit you, knowledge must be sound, relevant and accessible. We at SeekersHub are dedicated to helping you to apply the mainstream, traditional understanding of Islam in your day-to-day life.
SeekersHub was established to fulfill the communal obligation (fard kifaya) of cultivating individuals and communities through the spread of knowledge. We take this obligation seriously. It is our goal to reach all segments of the Muslim community, excluding no one, and to operate on a large enough scale that anyone who wishes to learn will have the opportunity.
The Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) said, “The strong believer is more beloved to Allah than the weak believer, although there is good in both. Be avid for all that benefits.” For those avid for the benefits of learning their deen, SeekersHub is there.
What Are Our Goals?
SeekersHub is committed to:
- Promoting the mainstream understanding of Islam, both outwardly and inwardly
- Supporting existing scholarship
- Creating networks between ‘ulema, activists, and communities
- Promoting female scholarship
- Preparing current students of knowledge
- Integrating online learning with on the ground programs
The Friday Circle: A Gathering of Remembrance and Reflection
The Messenger of Allah (peace & blessings be upon him) described the circles of remembrance as gardens of Paradise. [Related by Tirmidhi] The Friday Circle, held every Friday at 7:30pm, is a gathering of gratitude, joy, and inspiration. It is an ideal gathering to end one’s week with spiritual upliftment and beneficial company. All are welcome—young and old, single and families. In this weekly Circle, led by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani and Ustadh Amjad Tarsin, we uphold the Prophetic sunna of group remembrance (dhikr) of Allah; sending blessings upon the Prophet (peace be upon him); and exchanging beneficial and inspiring religious reminders. Weekly, we recite Habib Umar bin Hafiz’s “The Shimmering Light,” a poem describing and praising the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him). In the weekly reminder, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani will be covering an early text of Islamic spiritual guidance, Imam al-Muhasibi’s Treatise for Seekers of Guidance (Risalat al-Mustarshidin). This work contains precious gems of religious guidance on how to increase in faith, following of the Prophetic sunna, and how to turn to Allah with a pure heart and excellence of character. Join us every Friday at 7:30pm.
12/28/2018 12:00:00 AM -05:00
0.0000Islamic Law for Seekers (Hanafi): Mukhtasar al-Quduri Explained
Imam Quduri's primer (matn) in Islamic law, is arguably the most-taught text ever in Islamic law. In this class for dedicated students of knowledge, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani will cover Imam Quduri's text in Arabic, with explanation in English using the great classical commentaries. This is an intermediate-level class. It is for students of knowledge with (1)study of at least one classical primer (matn) in fiqh with a teacher.
12/20/2018 12:00:00 AM -05:00
0.0000SeekersHub Retreat 2018: Planting Seeds of Faith
In a time of hatred and confusion, we are all in need of healing and strength. The only way forward is to plant the seeds of faith deeply within our hearts, families, and societies. In this In this special retreat – in the company of spiritual teachers, experienced activists and gifted callers – we will learn how central love is to the Islamic tradition. We will experience what it means to love the Creator and how that love can transform our lives. We will reconnect with to the loving tradition of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and explore practical in which we can love ourselves, our families and our children more deeply and beautifully. Finally, we will reconnect with our true role in the world – to serve others out of affection and call all to the oneness of love. Register below for the Early Bird pricing before prices go up. http://seekershub.org/home/toronto/retreat
9/4/2018 12:00:00 AM -04:00
0.0000Branches of Faith: SeekersHub Toronto Ramadan Program
SeekersHub Toronto will be continuing its annual tradition of having a full month of devotional and educational programming, including daily iftars, tarawih prayers led by a visiting Qur'an reciter, pre-iftar and pre-tarawih lessons and special guest scholar visits. This year's theme is "The Branches of Faith", with three subjects covered in sets of ten thematic days: 1 - the branches of belief and certitude 2 - the branches of spiritual works 3 - branches of social excellence All events will be live at @SeekersHub Toronto, broadcast live around the world via our website and on Facebook. Daily and special events schedule to be released soon. Join us for an inspiring and uplifting Ramadan program of learning and worship.
6/15/2018 12:00:00 AM -04:00
0.0000Coffee and Connections Circle: Prophetic Character
Join us for coffee, conversation, and connections as Ustadh Amjad Tarsin discusses the beautiful character of the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him), and practical ways to implement his example in our lives. This FREE discussion-based gathering will follow "The Clarification of Noble Character" by Habib Umar bin Hafiz. Everyone is welcome to join us around a warm cup of coffee as we collectively learn and seek to internalize the sublime qualities of the Beloved Messenger ﷺ.
5/13/2018 12:00:00 AM -05:00
0.0000The Family Circle: The Prophet’s Life and Character
Despite living over 1,400 years ago, the Prophet Muhammad's life (peace and blessings be upon him) continues to give us the blueprint of how to engage with the world. In these trying times where many people are searching for clarity and meaning, we must turn to his example with even more urgency. This FREE monthly family circle is meant to do just that, giving learners, young and old, the opportunity to connect with the Prophet ﷺ, gain inspiration from his example, and follow his guidance in our lives.
5/12/2018 12:00:00 AM -05:00
0.0000The Great Event: Surat al-Waqi'a Explained
Over 8 classes Shaykh Faraz Rabbani will cover an explanation of one of the most evocative and loved chapters of the Qur'an, Surat al-Waqi'a. All are welcome, join us every Saturday at 11am for this FREE class.
5/5/2018 12:00:00 AM -04:00
0.0000Living the Good Life: Understanding Prophetic Ethics
Believers have a passion for truth and justice--in our lives and religion, in private and public. Shaykh Omar Qureshi will cover a classical summary of Prophetic ethics, by one of the great theologians of Islam, Imam al-Iji (d. 756 AH). He will cover the understanding of ethics and Prophetic character; the key components of character; what is wisdom; what are the key virtues; how one acquires good character; good character in personal relationships, social relations, and in the public sphere. Critically, he will share Imam Iji's insights on upholding Prophetic ethics and excellence in leadership, activism, community service, and our professions. Dr. Omar Qureshi (Zaytuna College, USA) is an experienced Islamic scholar, educator, and academic with a deep interest in Prophetic ethics (akhlaq)
4/21/2018 1:00:00 PM -04:00
0.0000Who Am I? Understanding Muslim Identity Following Prophetic Way
Allah Most High says, “Say: this is my way. I call to Allah, with insight—I and those who follow me.” The Prophet’s way is one of calling oneself and others to Allah. This requires four things: knowledge, action, devotion, and service. As part of the Critical Seminars' Series, this seminar will address these key characteristics of the Prophetic Way.
3/17/2018 1:00:00 PM -04:00
0.0000Islamic Law for Seekers (Hanafi): Mukhtasar al-Quduri Explained
Imam Quduri's primer (matn) in Islamic law, is arguably the most-taught text ever in Islamic law. In this class for dedicated students of knowledge, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani will cover Imam Quduri's text in Arabic, with explanation in English using the great classical commentaries. This is an intermediate-level class. It is for students of knowledge with (1)study of at least one classical primer (matn) in fiqh with a teacher.
3/8/2018 7:30:00 PM -05:00
0.0000Steps Curriculum Courses Start
Registration is LIVE for Term One Courses! This term marks the official launch of the SeekersHub Global Islamic Seminary Curriculum, which features a complete learning path that takes you step-by-step from the essentials of your religion to mastery of the Islamic sciences. You can now register for the Step One Essentials Certificate, where you'll learn the essentials of what every Muslim needs to know about faith, worship and spirituality — in just over one year of study. Intermediate and advanced students also have several new courses to choose from in Step Two: Foundations and Step Three: Initiation. Finally, this term we're also unveiling a brand new series of Arabiyya Courses, featuring the Islamic sciences taught in Arabic by leading scholars from the Muslim world. Stay tuned for more about that! As always, we have a number of other term courses that cover a number of critical topics, as well as a growing library of on-demand courses available for download at anytime.
2/19/2018 11:55:00 PM +11:00
0.0000Why Allah? Why Muslims Believe and Why Belief Matters
In this Month's 'Critical Issues Seminar', we will explore topics including: why muslims believe; why is there suffering when God is All-Merciful; and many more important questions that every muslim should know. Register now for this FREE seminar at www.seekershub.org/home/toronto/seminars
2/17/2018 12:30:00 PM -05:00
0.0000Step One Essentials Certificate in Islamic Studies (free!)
The Step One Certificate in Islamic Studies covers the foundational subjects any Muslim needs to know to have clarity on living their faith. This Certificate is taught by qualified teachers, including Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, and is offered completely free. This programme begins in February 2018. Space is limited, so registration is required: www.seekershub.org/toronto SCHEDULE 8 COURSES will be covered over 3 TERMS; 2 WEEKLY COURSES per term, plus 2 SELF-PACED COURSES. Classes will be held on Sundays from 1:00-4:00 pm EDT. INSTRUCTOR: Shaykh Faraz Rabbani The entry point for any seeker of knowledge, Step One: Essentials focuses on the religious knowledge that every Muslim must learn in order to fulfill their personal obligations to Allah Most High. These courses are intended to establish a clear grounding in a spiritual relationship with Allah Most High, as well as a clear understanding of the Islamic scholarly method.
2/4/2018 1:00:00 PM -05:00
0.0000What Men and Women Really Want
There is a lot of confusion — and a lot of talk — about marriage. This talk is different. To understand what a successful marriage is, and the key issues and challenges facing marriage, we will look at 40 hadiths of the words and example of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). We will also have an engaging discussion on how to actualize these teachings in our lives--with a diverse panel of couples who will share their practical experiences. Register now at seeke.rs/jan2018
1/20/2018 12:30:00 PM -05:00
0.0000SeekersHub Toronto Impact Meeting January 2018
Everyone is invited to join us for our Monthly Impact Meeting on Sunday, January 14th, at 1:30pm AT SEEKERSHUB, inshaAllah. We will be getting together over a nice warm lunch, to do some mass Social Media Sharing and Inviting of upcoming Hub programs and Events. We need everyone on board to help out with these simple tasks that will inshaAllah have great impact and bring more people out to all of SeekersHubs’ offerings! Please bring a laptop, iPad or any other gadget that can access Facebook. Also, bring along your friend(s)/ sibling(s) too! The more the merrier! That’s Sunday January 14th, at 1:30pm AT SEEKERSHUB, inshaAllah, see you all then! So Join Us! If you can't make it to the Toronto hub, you can join us online here: https://connectpro63899978.adobeconnect.com/_a994609433/seekershub/?mc_cid=96eb7e0966&mc_eid=%5BUNIQID%5D
1/14/2018 1:30:00 PM -05:00
0.0000Loving the Beloveds - Melbourne Tour with Shaykh Muhammad Ninowy
LOVING THE BELOVEDS with Shaykh Muhammad bin Yahya al-Ninowy MONDAY 8 JANUARY The Prophet’s Heart: An Ocean of Mercy Public Lecture 6:45pm - 8:15pm Copland Theatre (University of Melbourne) 198 Berkeley St, Parkville Register at: bit.ly/2zRahVh TUESDAY 9 JANUARY The Prophetic Household: A Lasting Legacy Public Lecture 6:45pm - 8:15pm UMMA Centre 72 George St, Doncaster East Register at: bit.ly/2kuJzwW WHO IS SHAYKH NINOWY? Shaykh Dr. Muhammad bin Yahya Al-Husayni An-Ninowy was born and raised in Syria. He began his study under his father, Sayyed Yahya (Rahimahu Allah), and many of the senior scholars of Aleppo at the time, memorizing the Glorious Qur’an and acquiring knowledge in many of the Islamic disciplines, such as Tawheed, Hanafi/Shafi’i Fiqh, Usool, and Ihsaan. Besides graduating from the Faculty of Usul-ud-Din at Al- Azhar University, Shaykh Dr. Muhammad delved further into the fields of Hadeeth and Ihsaan under the tutelage of many of the foremost scholars worldwide, who resided in Syria, Hijaz, Morocco, Egypt, and others. Shaykh Ninowy has established a global network of Madina Institutes which all strive to carry the same message. Shaykh Muhammad focuses on reviving the call to Deen with a Back to Basics approach i.e. the Qur’an and Authentic Sunnah, in addition to teaching tolerance, peace and compassion. Shaykh Muhammad is the senior-in-residence scholar at Madina Masjid and institute in Atlanta, Georgia since 2000. He has authored many books in the science of Tawheed, Hadith, and Usul, some of which are being translated into English and published, such as: The concept of Bid’a and its application, Nisf-Sha’ban virtues in the authentic Sunnah, Hadithi commentary on the Shamaa’el of Imam Tirmidhi, Explanation of the Nukhba Text in Hadith sciences, Explanation of the Al Fiyyah in Hadith terminology, Hadithi commentary on Imam Nasa’iy’s Khasaa’es, Expressing Delight for the birth of the Light, and more. Shaykh Muhammad is the founding director of “Planet Mercy” and Madina Institute & Seminary in the UK, South Africa, and Canada, and the USA. Shaykh Muhammad also holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Mircobiology from the University of Illinois and a Doctor of Medicine degree. Some of Shaykh Muhammad’s lectures can be viewed on: www.madinainstitute.org.
1/10/2018 12:00:00 AM +11:00
0.0000SeekersHub Toronto Impact Meeting January 2018
Everyone is invited to join us for our Monthly Impact Meeting on Sunday, January 14th, at 1:30pm AT SEEKERSHUB, inshaAllah. We will be getting together over a nice warm lunch, to do some mass Social Media Sharing and Inviting of upcoming Hub programs and Events. We need everyone on board to help out with these simple tasks that will inshaAllah have great impact and bring more people out to all of SeekersHubs’ offerings! Please bring a laptop, iPad or any other gadget that can access Facebook. Also, bring along your friend(s)/ sibling(s) too! The more the merrier! That’s Sunday January 14th, at 1:30pm AT SEEKERSHUB, inshaAllah, see you all then! So Join Us! If you can't make it to the Toronto hub, you can join us online here: https://connectpro63899978.adobeconnect.com/_a994609433/seekershub/?mc_cid=96eb7e0966&mc_eid=%5BUNIQID%5D
12/29/2017 1:30:00 PM -05:00
0.0000Toronto Seminary. Global Impact.
Help train the next generation of Islamic scholars. You are invited to SeekersHub Toronto’s Annual Benefit Luncheon on Sunday, December 10, 2017, at Candles Banquet Hall in Mississauga. Get your tickets today: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/toronto-seminary-global-impact-tickets-38316104500?aff=efbeventtix This is a critical juncture for SeekersHub Toronto. After more than five years in operation, we are now taking the next major step in our mission to serve the religious and spiritual needs of Muslims in the Greater Toronto Area. Now more than ever, we desperately need qualified, dynamic and grounded Islamic scholars — both male and female — who understand the challenges Muslims face and can connect them with their faith in meaningful ways. To this end, we are launching the SeekersHub Toronto Islamic Seminary, which aims to produce the next generation of Islamic scholars who will teach, guide and serve the religious needs of Muslims in Toronto and around the world. We are not building this from scratch. There are already five full-time students enrolled in our pilot seminary program, plus hundreds more who regularly attend our other classes and programs from all over. This Seminary is the goal that we’ve been working towards all these years — both in Toronto and on a global scale. We are very excited to take this next step and we’re counting on your support. Shaykh Yahya Rhodus Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Ustadh Amjad Tarsin December 10, 2017 11:30am to 3:30pm $35 per person, includes lunch Table of 10 for $300
12/10/2017 11:30:00 AM -05:00
0.0000Walking Gently on the Earth
Walking Gently on the Earth Australian and New Zealand tour with Dr Umar Faruq Abd Allah and Shaykh Muhammad Hydara al-Jilani. Full schedule coming soon!
12/5/2017 12:00:00 AM +11:00
0.0000Bay Area Tour: Shaykh Walead Mosaad
Social Justice in the Islamic Tradition: Righting wrongs, enjoining good, and honoring individual and community rights. A SeekersHub Global and MCC East Bay tour with Shaykh Walead Mosaad -- all events are free, open, and all are welcome! Program now available: http://seeke.rs/bayarea
11/26/2017 12:00:00 AM -08:00
0.0000November Impact Meeting
Everyone is invited to join us for our Monthly Impact Meeting this Sunday November 19th, at 3:30pm AT SEEKERSHUB, inshaAllah. We will be getting together over a nice warm lunch, to do some mass Social Media Sharing and Inviting of upcoming Hub programs and Events. We need everyone on board to help out with these simple tasks that will inshaAllah have great impact and bring more people out to all of SeekersHubs’ offerings! Please bring a laptop, iPad or any other gadget that can access Facebook. Also, bring along your friend(s)/ sibling(s) too! The more the merrier! That’s Sunday November 19th, at 3:30pm AT SEEKERSHUB, inshaAllah, see you all then! So Join Us! If you can't make it to the Toronto hub, you can join us online here: https://connectpro63899978.adobeconnect.com/_a994609433/seekershub/?mc_cid=96eb7e0966&mc_eid=%5BUNIQID%5D
11/19/2017 3:30:00 PM -05:00
0.0000SeekersHub Impact Meeting
Everyone is invited to join us for our Monthly Impact Meeting this Sunday November 19th, at 3:30pm @ SeekersHub Toronto, inshaAllah. We will be getting together over a nice warm lunch, to do some mass Social Media Sharing and Inviting of upcoming Hub programs and Events. We need everyone on board to help out with these simple tasks that will inshaAllah have great impact and bring more people out to all of SeekersHubs’ offerings! Please bring a laptop, iPad or any other gadget that can access Facebook. Also, bring along your friend(s)/ sibling(s) too! The more the merrier! That’s Sunday October 15th, at 3:30pm @ SeekersHub Toronto, inshaAllah, see you all then! So Join Us! If you can't make it to the Toronto hub, you can join us online here: https://connectpro63899978.adobeconnect.com/_a994609433/seekershub/?mc_cid=96eb7e0966&mc_eid=[UNIQID]
11/19/2017 3:30:00 PM -05:00
0.0000Monthly Stories of the Prophets (upcoming story: Prophet Muhammad ﷺ)
Date: Saturday, November 18, 2017 Time: From 1PM to 2PM Teacher: Ustadh Amjad Tarsin Location: SeekersHub Toronto, 5650 Tomken Rd., Unit 16/17 (corner unit), Mississauga, ON This is a family friendly event; you'll children will have a great time insha Allah. Description: Stories make up one third of the Holy Qur'an. But who are the people in the stories we recite so often, and what does Allah Most High tell us about them? Join us with your families for this monthly talk, where we learn key lessons from the lives of the Prophets, starting with Prophet Adam (عليه السلام) and ending with the Beloved Messenger, Muhammad ﷺ. This brief, engaging class will deepen your love and understanding of the Prophets of Allah Most High, and of the Qur’an. Our Prophets (peace and blessings be upon them) have provided our community with guidance relating to the essence of our tradition. Through their lived experiences, patient and repentant, we embody lessons that sustain us in current times.
11/18/2017 1:00:00 PM -05:00
0.0000Registration Open: Free Courses start October 30
Registration is now OPEN for our free online Islamic courses! Choose from over 50 courses taught by leading Islamic scholars, delivered entirely online. Check out the course catalog and choose one for yourself!
10/30/2017 9:00:00 AM +11:00
0.0000Family Event: Stories of the Prophets: Prophet Isa
Upcoming Story: Prophet Isa (Lessons in Upholding the Truth) Description: Stories make up one third of the Holy Qur'an. But who are the people in the stories we recite so often, and what does Allah Most High tell us about them? Join us with your families for this monthly talk, where we learn key lessons from the lives of the Prophets, starting with Prophet Adam (عليه السلام) and ending with the Beloved Messenger, Muhammad ﷺ. This brief, engaging class will deepen your love and understanding of the Prophets of Allah Most High, and of the Qur’an. Our Prophets (peace and blessings be upon them) have provided our community with guidance relating to the essence of our tradition. Through their lived experiences, patient and repentant, we embody lessons that sustain us in current times. Other stories coming up: Prophet Muhammad
10/28/2017 1:00:00 PM -04:00
0.0000Great Women Around the Beloved of Allah: Sayyida Khadija
In our daily life we go through many difficulties and hardships, specially in our relationships. Allah, from His Mercy, wants us to learn by example. The greatest example is our Beloved Prophet ( Allah's peace and blessings be upon him). In this series, Shaykh Yahya Rhodus and Shaykh Faid Said will share great life lessons from the examples of the great women around the Beloved Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him and his folk). In the first session, we will look at the example of the wife and first supporter of the Beloved Messenger (peace be upon him), Sayyida Khadija al-Kubra. In her own life and in her marriage to the Messenger, there are countless living examples and lessons we can benefit from and be inspired by.
10/22/2017 5:00:00 PM +01:00
0.0000Social Justice in the Islamic Tradition with Sh. Walead Mosaad
Social Justice in the Islamic Tradition: Righting wrongs, enjoining good, and honoring individual and community rights. A SeekersHub Toronto tour with Shaykh Walead Mosaad -- all events are free, open, and all are welcome! October 20-22, 2017 Full Schedule: Friday (Oct 20th) @ 7:00pm: Weekly Circle of Remembrance with a talk by Shaykh Walead @ Seekershub Toronto Saturday (Oct 21st) @ 1-4 pm: SEMINAR: Social Justice in the Islamic Tradition a seminar by Shaykh Waleed @ Seekershub Toronto [Free Lunch Included] Saturday (Oct 21st) @ Maghrib: Upholding Justice according to the Islamic Tradition a talk by Shaykh Walead @ Jame Masjid Mississauga (Coopers' Mosque) Sunday (Oct 22nd) @ 9:00 am: Potluck breakfast with Shaykh Walead @ Seekershub Toronto Sunday (Oct 22nd) @ 10:00 am: Improving Love and Communication within the Family a talk and QA by Shaykh Walead @ Seekershub Toronto Sunday (Oct 22nd) @ 11:30 am: How to call to Allah, a lesson with Shaykh Walead and with Ustadh Amjad Tarsin @ Seekershub Toronto
10/22/2017 12:00:00 AM -04:00
0.0000Upholding Social Justice with Shaykh Walead Mosaad
Join us for a special evening with our guest Shaykh Walead Mosaad speaking on "Upholding Social Justice - Key Prophetic Principles". The lecture will be followed by a Q&A session. The event will be held at Jame Masjid Mississauga in our new mosque and is being held in partnership with Seekers Hub Toronto as part of Shaykh Walead's Toronto tour, starting on October 20th at Seeker's Hub Toronto.
10/21/2017 6:30:00 PM -04:00
0.0000SeekersHub Impact Meeting
Everyone is invited to join us for our Monthly Impact Meeting this Sunday October 15th, at 3:30pm AT SEEKERSHUB, inshaAllah. We will be getting together over a nice warm lunch, to do some mass Social Media Sharing and Inviting of upcoming Hub programs and Events. We need everyone on board to help out with these simple tasks that will inshaAllah have great impact and bring more people out to all of SeekersHubs’ offerings! Please bring a laptop, iPad or any other gadget that can access Facebook. Also, bring along your friend(s)/ sibling(s) too! The more the merrier! That’s Sunday October 15th, at 3:30pm AT SEEKERSHUB, inshaAllah, see you all then! So Join Us! If you can't make it to the Toronto hub, you can join us online here: https://connectpro63899978.adobeconnect.com/_a994609433/seekershub/?mc_cid=96eb7e0966&mc_eid=[UNIQID]
10/15/2017 3:30:00 PM -04:00
0.0000Rescheduled: The Great Event: Surat al-Waqi'a
Register: http://seekershub.org/toronto/greatevent/ Surat al-Waqi`ah is one of the most beloved and most recited Suras of the Qur’an. This is because of the sense of urgency and opportunity it conveys. Shaykh Faraz Rabbani will cover a thematic study of this Sura, its explanation (tafsir), key lessons, and how to nurture one’s relationship with Allah through deepening one’s understanding and relationship with this great Sura. It revolves around the Day of Judgment and the different levels of people--those close to Allah; the People of the Right Hand; and the People of the Left Hand--in their reckoning and eternal stations. The Sura also reminds of signs of Allah’s Oneness and Power; the reality of Resurrection and Hereafter; the stars as great signs of Allah; and the reality and consequences of Death. Register: http://seekershub.org/toronto/greatevent/
10/14/2017 1:00:00 PM -04:00
0.0000Qiyam Al-Layl Program
It is the most special part of the night – when blessing, forgiveness and nearness to Allah are close at hand. Join us for this special gathering of night prayer, inspirational reminders and remembrance of Allah. If you have wanted to make the night prayer a part of your regular devotion, this is a great way to begin – supported by a community of scholars and fellow seekers. This programming takes place on the 4th Sunday of every month for special remembrance of Allah, night prayer, and reminders on personal reform. It is meant to help one establish a habit of waking up early daily for the night prayers and devotions on a regular basis. Bring family and friends to make it an experience of nurturing that sense of brotherhood, sisterhood we all need.
10/1/2017 5:10:00 AM -04:00
0.0000Family Event: Stories of the Prophets Zakariyah and Yahya
Date: Saturday, September 30, 2017 Time: From 1.00PM to 2.00PM Teacher: Ustadh Ajmad Tarsin Location: SeekersHub Toronto, 5650 Tomken Rd., Unit 16/17 (corner unit), Mississauga, ON Upcoming Story: Prophet Zakariya (The Blessing of Children & Lessons in Making Dua) & Prophet Yahya (Dutifulness to One’s Parents) Description: Stories make up one third of the Holy Qur'an. But who are the people in the stories we recite so often, and what does Allah Most High tell us about them? Join us with your families for this monthly talk, where we learn key lessons from the lives of the Prophets, starting with Prophet Adam (عليه السلام) and ending with the Beloved Messenger, Muhammad ﷺ. This brief, engaging class will deepen your love and understanding of the Prophets of Allah Most High, and of the Qur’an. Our Prophets (peace and blessings be upon them) have provided our community with guidance relating to the essence of our tradition. Through their lived experiences, patient and repentant, we embody lessons that sustain us in current times. Other stories coming up Prophet Zakariya Prophet Yayha Prophet Isa Prophet Muhammad
9/30/2017 1:00:00 PM -04:00
0.0000The Great Event: Surat al-Waqi'a
Register: http://seekershub.org/toronto/greatevent/ Surat al-Waqi`ah is one of the most beloved and most recited Suras of the Qur’an. This is because of the sense of urgency and opportunity it conveys. Shaykh Faraz Rabbani will cover a thematic study of this Sura, its explanation (tafsir), key lessons, and how to nurture one’s relationship with Allah through deepening one’s understanding and relationship with this great Sura. It revolves around the Day of Judgment and the different levels of people--those close to Allah; the People of the Right Hand; and the People of the Left Hand--in their reckoning and eternal stations. The Sura also reminds of signs of Allah’s Oneness and Power; the reality of Resurrection and Hereafter; the stars as great signs of Allah; and the reality and consequences of Death. Register: http://seekershub.org/toronto/greatevent/
9/23/2017 1:00:00 PM -04:00
0.0000Eid Prayer and Breakfast at SeekersHub Toronto
Eid Prayer and Breakfast at SeekersHub Toronto Bring a plate to share! We look forward to seeing you and your family on this blessed day.
9/1/2017 7:00:00 AM -04:00
0.0000Day of Arafa: Potluck Iftar and Remembrance
We begin special Day of Arafa programming at 7 pm with Asr Prayer, and collective supplication and reminder. After Maghrib, we will have a collective Potluck Iftar and then our Circle of Remembrance. The Day of Arafa (9th of Dhul Hijja), on the eve of Eid, is one of the greatest days of the year. It is an emphasized sunna of the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) to fast this day. And it is an established practice from the times of the Early Muslims (Salaf) to gather for group prayer and supplication on this blessed day. We will close with Isha prayers in congregation.
8/31/2017 7:00:00 PM -04:00
0.0000Qiyam Al-Layl Program
It is the most special part of the night – when blessing, forgiveness and nearness to Allah are close at hand. Join us for this special gathering of night prayer, inspirational reminders and remembrance of Allah. If you have wanted to make the night prayer a part of your regular devotion, this is a great way to begin – supported by a community of scholars and fellow seekers. This programming takes place on the 4th Sunday of every month for special remembrance of Allah, night prayer, and reminders on personal reform. It is meant to help one establish a habit of waking up early daily for the night prayers and devotions on a regular basis. Bring family and friends to make it an experience of nurturing that sense of brotherhood, sisterhood we all need.
8/27/2017 4:30:00 AM -04:00
0.0000Family Event: The Stories of Prophets Ilyas and Yasa
Our Prophets (peace and blessings be upon them) have provided our community with guidance relating to the essence of our tradition. Through their lived experiences, being patience and repentant, we embody lessons that sustain us in current times. When: Saturday, August 26, 2017 Time: 1PM – 2PM EDT Where: SeekersHub Toronto, 5650 Tomken Rd., Unit 16/17, Mississauga
8/26/2017 1:00:00 PM -04:00
0.0000First Annual Book Fair
First Annual Bookfair August 11-13 SeekersHub Toronto 5650 Tomken Rd, Unit 16/17, Mississauga, Ontario Friday 7-9:30pm Sat & Sun 10-6pm Come to SeekersHub Toronto for an amazing selection of Islamic books at fantastic prices.
8/13/2017 12:00:00 AM -04:00
0.0000Free Seminar: Living Hearts: How to Become Conscious of Allah
Living Hearts: How to Become Conscious of Allah and True Self-Awareness Intensive Seminar on Imam Ghazali’s Book 38 of the Renewal of the Sciences of Religion (Ihya Ulum al-Din): Watchfulness (Muraqaba) and Self Examination (Muhasaba) August 12, 2017 • 1:00 – 4:00 pm 5650 Tomken Rd, Unit 16/17, Mississauga Register for free at seeke.rs/livinghearts This seminar will also be livestreamed.
8/12/2017 1:00:00 PM -04:00
0.0000Connections Program: Two Brand New Classes
The Connections Program consists of two new classes that are ideal for teenagers, new Muslims, and anyone seeking to reconnect to Islamic teachings. 1. The Prophet's Guidance Explained with Ustadh Amjad Tarsin. This course provides a brief and clear–yet comprehensive and rich–introduction to the sunna of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) through studying 60 short hadiths. 2. The Prophet’s Prayer Described with Shaykh Faraz Rabbani. This course helps Muslims to learn personally obligatory knowledge related to purification and prayer based on the Hanafi school. Register free: http://seekershub.org/toronto/classes/ Also available online.
8/6/2017 1:00:00 PM -04:00
0.0000Qiyam Al-Layl Program
REGISTER: http://seekershub.org/toronto/qiyam/ It is the most special part of the night - when blessing, forgiveness and nearness to Allah are close at hand. Join us for this special gathering of night prayer, inspirational reminders and remembrance of Allah. If you have wanted to make the night prayer a part of your regular devotion, this is a great way to begin - supported by a community of scholars and fellow seekers. Join us at 3am on the 4th Sunday of every month for special remembrance of Allah, night prayer, and reminders on personal reform.
7/30/2017 3:30:00 AM -04:00
0.0000Experience Love: Odes in Praise of the Best of Allah's Creation
Come out and join us as we 'experience love' - with The Adel Brothers, Shaykh Mohammed Monir Asha'ar (Amman, Jordan) and Sidi Nader Khan
7/29/2017 6:30:00 PM -04:00
0.0000Family Event: Prophet Ayyub, Stories of the Prophets
Stories make up one third of the Holy Qur’an. But who are the people in the stories we recite so often, and what does Allah Most High tell us about them? Join us with your families for this monthly talk, where we learn key lessons from the lives of the Prophets. When: Saturday, July 29, 2017 Time: 1PM – 2PM EDT Where: SeekersHub Toronto, 5650 Tomken Rd., Unit 16/17, Mississauga
7/29/2017 1:00:00 PM -04:00
0.0000Beat the Post Ramadan Blues with a Free Course
Registration is now open for Term 2. to choose a course and secure your seat. Courses begin on July 3rd, so what better time to beat those post Ramadan blues? Not sure what course to take? SeekersHub Global offers over 50 courses that cover everything from Law, Prophetic Guidance, Belief, Spirituality, Living Religion, Quran and Arabic. If you're overwhelmed by the choices watch this brief video with Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, as he explains how to determine what to study right now. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A9zj0q1g09g Free Courses All our courses are 100% free of charge. We believe everyone, no matter who they are or where they are in the world they should have universal access to islamic knowledge. Qualified Scholars All of our scholars are highly qualified specialists in their area of expertise. They are able to connect the text to the context of your life. Delivered Online Our online learning platform allows you to study islam according to your schedule. Each course consists of downloadable lessons, live sessions, quizzes and a students forum. http://seekershub.org/courses
7/17/2017 12:00:00 AM +10:00
0.0000Free Seminar: Renewing Faith & Reliance in Allah with Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
The heart of Islam is the reality of God's Oneness (tawhid). Realization of this Oneness entails trust and reliance upon Allah (tawakkul). In this engaging and inspiring free seminar, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani will cover Imam Ghazali's brilliant explanation in his Renewal of the Sciences of Religion (Ihya Ulum al-Din) of what it means to have "Faith in Divine Oneness & Trust in God." This seminar will gives you keys, insights, and timeless wisdom on how to renew and strengthen your faith, and how to respond to the challenges and tests of life with the spiritually empowering reality that is reliance upon Allah. "And whoever relies upon Allah, Allah is enough for them." (Qur'an, 65.3) Register: seeke.rs/
7/15/2017 1:00:00 PM -04:00
0.0000Free Event: Celebrating the 27th Night of Ramadan
Dear Fellow Seeker, You and and your family are cordially invited to a very special gathering of prayer, recitation and remembrance to mark the 27th night of Ramadan with visiting and local scholars. We will stand in prayer together, shoulder to shoulder, expressing our love for Allah and the Beloved Messenger (peace and blessings be upon him). We will remember the moment when the Prophet Muhammad was embraced by the Angel Gabriel and instructed to recite – Iqra! Highlights of this special 27th Night of Ramadan Program include: - Completion of the Qur’an in Tarawih followed by Dua of Khatm; - Iftar & Suhoor Provided; - Sweets, Snacks, Coffee & Tea Through the Night; - Qiyam ul Layl (Night Prayer) and Salah al-Tasbih in Congregation; - Inspirational Reflections from teachers, Nasheeds and Circles of Remembrance; and - A separate area for children to play and sleep (so bring your pyjamas and sleeping bags). Registration is for free, but required in order for us to make accomodations for you and your family. wassalaam, The SeekersHub Toronto Team
6/22/2017 12:00:00 AM -04:00
0.0000Fundraising Iftar
The Muslim Chaplaincy of Toronto invites you to join us on Sunday, June 18th for a community iftar. This past year alone, two new chaplains have joined our team, expanding our services to four campuses across the GTA. Despite the positive growth that has occurred, we still do not have the community support that we need. Please invite your family and friends to join us and help make our services sustainable so that we can continue to serve thousands of young Muslims in Toronto.
6/18/2017 8:30:00 PM -04:00
0.0000Welcome the Last Ten Nights with Sh Dr Walead Mosaad
We are pleased to welcome Shaykh Walead Mosaad to SeekersHub Toronto this weekend. If you're not in Toronto, you can join in via the live stream on Facebook and at seekershub.org/ramadan Join our special guest this Saturday and Sunday as we welcome the last ten days of Ramadan. If you can't attend in person, you can join us via the live stream at seekershub.org/ramadan
6/18/2017 12:00:00 AM -04:00
0.0000SeekersHub Iftar with Shaykh Yahya Rhodus in Virginia
Join MakeSpace and Shaykh Yahya Rhodus from SeekersHub for iftar and taraweeh on Friday, June 16th! Shaykh Yahya Rhodus was born in Kansas City, Missouri. At the age of 19, he embraced Islam in Santa Clara, California. He began his study of Islam with Shaykh Hamza Yusuf and visiting Mauritanian scholars such as Shaykh Khatri wuld Baybba and Shaykh Abdullah wuld Ahmadna. He travels regularly teaching, lecturing, and conducting weekend seminars and also offers on-line instruction through SeekersHub Global. *Registration is free but required!
6/16/2017 8:00:00 PM -04:00
0.0000Ramadan reminder with Imam Siraj Wahhaj
Presented in partnership with SeekersHub: Siraj Wahhaj is an African-American imam of Al-Taqwa mosque in Brooklyn, New York and the leader of The Muslim Alliance in North America. He was also the former vice president of Islamic Society of North America. -- Imam Siraj will speak after 20 rakats of Salat al Taraweeh, from approximately 12:00am to about 12:30am. Please join us for Isha and Taraweeh from 10:30pm onwards.
6/10/2017 12:00:00 AM -04:00
0.0000Special Iftar with Imam Siraj Wahhaj
Join us for a special potluck iftar and fundraiser with Imam Siraj Wahhaj at SeekersHub Toronto on Friday, June 9 at 8pm. If you're in Toronto, we'd love to have you.
6/9/2017 8:00:00 PM -04:00
0.0000Ramadan Renewal: A Free Ramadan Program
WATCH THIS SPACE! Join us for an inspiring and uplifting Ramadan program of learning and worship that connects attendees to knowledge and guidance, towards a renewal of their commitment and connection to Allah and His messenger (peace and blessings be upon him) All events will be live at SeekersHub Toronto, broadcast live around the world via our website and on Facebook. Full schdeule coming soon!
6/9/2017 12:00:00 AM -04:00
0.0000Australian Tour: Time for Renewal
From May 16 Shaykh Faraz Rabbani will be headed to Australia. He will teach in three cities, Perth, Melbourne and Sydney. Schedule available now: http://seeke.rs/oztour
5/23/2017 12:00:00 AM +10:00
0.0000Michigan Tour: Time for Renewal
What better time for renewal than Shaban and Ramadan? In these final days before the blessed month, we invite you to join us, in Michigan, for the Time for Renewal tour with Dr Walead Mosaad. Time for Renewal: Keys to Personal, Social, and Spiritual Renewal in Troubled Times. SCHEDULE OF EVENTS: THURSDAY, May 18, 2017 7:30pm-9pm BEACON FOUNDATION, Northville (Sisters Circle) Ramadan Preparation and Q&A FRIDAY, May 19, 2017 2:00 PM JUMMAH KHUTBAH FELICITY HOUSE, KUENZEL ROOM JUMMAH KHUTBAH Kuenzel Room Michigan Union, 1st Floor 530 S. State Street Ann Arbor, MI 48109 FRIDAY, May 19, 2017 3:00 PM FELICITY HOUSE GET READY FOR RAMADAN Felicity House 408 East Jefferson #2 Ann Arbor, MI, 48104 FRIDAY, May 19, 2017 7:00 PM FELICITY HOUSE, POND ROOM COMMUNITY LECTURE AND Q&A TIME FOR RENEWAL: Renewing Commitment: The Higher Aims of the Prophetic Way Pond Room Michigan Union, 1st Floor 530 S. State Street Ann Arbor, MI 48109 SATURDAY, May 20, 2017 6:30 PM ISLAMIC CENTER OF SAGINAW 4300 N Center Rd, Saginaw, MI 48604 COMMUNITY LECTURE AND Q&A TIME FOR RENEWAL: Renewing Commitment: The Higher Aims of the Prophetic Way SUNDAY, May 21, 2017 12:00-1:30 PM IAGD, ISLAMIC ASSOCIATION OF GREATER DETROIT 879 Auburn Rd, Rochester Hills, MI 48307 COMMUNITY LECTURE AND Q&A TIME FOR RENEWAL: Renewing Commitment: The Higher Aims of the Prophetic Way ABOUT DR. WALEAD MOSSAD Dr. Walead Mohammed Mosaad is a teacher and researcher of the Islamic sciences. His lectures and podcasts are found on the SeekersHub portal, an online teaching platform reaching students worldwide. He has studied the classical Islamic tradition and its various disciplines with the ulama of Damascus, Cairo, Yemen, and Morocco, in addition to completing academic degrees from Rutgers University, the Fath Islamic Seminary in Damascus, al-Azhar University in Cairo, the University of Liverpool, and a PhD in Arab and Islamic Studies at the University of Exeter in the UK. He has lectured on various topics of interest, including Muslims as minorities, interfaith understanding, and the importance of purification and spirituality in addressing the human condition. http://projects.seekershub.org/michigantour/ PLEASE NOTE LOCATIONS FOR FELICITY FOUNDATION EVENTS: Kuenzel room for Jummah and post Jummah talk. Pond room for evening talk. Kuenzel Room Michigan Union 1st Floor 530 S. State Street Ann Arbor, MI 48109 Friday at 7pm Pond Room Michigan Union 1st Floor 530 S. State Street Ann Arbor, MI 48109
5/21/2017 12:00:00 AM -04:00
0.0000Time for Renewal: South African Tour
From May 3-15 Shaykh Faraz Rabbani and Shaykh Faid Mohammed Said will be headed to South Africa for the Time for Renewal tour. Register for updates, schedule via the website: http://projects.seekershub.org/satour/
5/15/2017 12:00:00 AM +02:00
0.0000Get Ready for Ramadan
Get Ready for Ramadan: How to make the most of your days and nights With Shaykh Qutaiba and Ustadh Amjad Tarsin May 13, 2017 • 1:00 – 4:00 pm SeekersHub Toronto: 5650 Tomken Rd, Unit 16/17, Mississauga This year, get spiritually and mentally prepared to reap the blessings of Ramadan by learning about the spiritual and legal aspects of fasting from reliable teachers. This on-ground and online event is being held at SeekersHub Toronto, and streamed live around the world. There will also be ample time for your questions for be answered by Shaykh Qutaiba and Ustadh Amjad Tarsin. This seminar will also be livestreamed, lunch will be provided. Register: http://seeke.rs/getready Link to livestream: http://seekershub.org/toronto/live/
5/13/2017 1:00:00 PM -04:00
0.0000An Evening of Worship: 15th Night of Shaban with Ust. Amjad Tarsin
Join us for an evening or prayer and remembrance on one of the most blessed nights of the year, when we are encouraged to spend extra time in worship. Read more here: http://seekershub.org/ans-blog/2011/07/14/it-is-recommended-to-perform-extra-worship-on-the-night-of-the-15th-of-shaban/
5/10/2017 9:30:00 PM -04:00
0.0000Western Canada: Time for Renewal Tour
Shaykh Yahya Rhodus and Shaykh Faraz Rabbani will be heading to the Western Canada cities of Edmonton and Calgary next week! Time for Renewal: Keys to Personal, Social, and Spiritual Renewal in Troubled Times http://seeke.rs/wctour
4/23/2017 12:00:00 AM -06:00
0.0000Free Family Event: Prophet Dhul Kifl and Prophet Yunus
Our Prophets Dhul Kifl and Yunus (Peace and Blessings be Upon Them) have provided our community with guidance relating to the essence of our tradition. Through their lived experiences, being patience and repentant, we embody lessons that sustain us in current times. Stories make up one third of the Holy Qur’an. But who are the people in the stories we recite so often, and what does Allah Most High tell us about them? Join us with your families for this monthly talk, where we learn key lessons from the lives of the Prophets, starting with Prophet Adam (عليه السلام) and ending with the Beloved Messenger, Muhammad ﷺ. This brief, engaging class will deepen your love and understanding of the Prophets of Allah Most High, and of the Qur’an. All welcome, including families.
4/15/2017 1:00:00 PM -04:00
0.0000Shaykh Yahya, Shaykh Faraz, Ustadh Amjad at PIC
Lecture "Age of Anger - Finding Clarity, Calm, and Community" Shaykh Yahya Rhodus, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, and Ustadh Amjad Tarsin will be visiting our centre, Pickering Islamic Centre/ Masjid Usman on April 2nd from 12:30pm to 3:00pm. Don't miss this amazing opportunity to benefit from renowned and highly esteemed scholars: Shaykh Yahya Rhodus, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, and Ustadh Amjad Tarsin - the latter two being local gems! Sponsored by SeekersHub in collaboration with Pickering Islamic Centre (Masjid Usman). This tour will extend to our neighbouring Masaajid - Islamic Foundation of Toronto (4-7pm) (IFT Youth Student Night), and then Islamic Centre of Oshawa (8-10:30pm)!
4/2/2017 12:30:00 PM -04:00
0.0000Free Lecture: Age of Anger with Shaykh Yahya Rhodus
Join us at SeekersHub Toronto for a lecture with Shaykh Yahya Rhodus, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani and Ustadh Amjad Tarsin. Register for updates: http://seeke.rs/sotour
4/2/2017 9:30:00 AM -04:00
0.0000Southern Ontario Tour: Age of Anger with Shaykh Yahya Rhodus
Shaykh Yahya Rhodus, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani and Ustadh Amjad Tarsin will be visiting multiple cities in Southern Ontario at the end of the month. Age of Anger: finding clarity, calm and community, seeks to identify the current climate Muslims in the west are living while at the same time defining our Islamic scholarship and traditions as a means of establishing clarity and calm within communities. FRIDAY, MARCH 31 • LONDON 12pm • London Muslim Mosque - Jumuah 151 Oxford St W, London, ON 1:30pm • Islamic Centre of Southwest Ontario - Jumuah 951 Pond Mills Rd, London, ON 8pm • London Muslim Mosque 151 Oxford St W, London, ON SATURDAY, APRIL 1 • CAMBRIDGE and HAMILTON 11am-12:30pm • London Muslim Mosque 4pm • Islamic Centre of Cambridge 1550 Dunbar Rd, Cambridge, ON 8pm • Muslim Association of Hamilton 1545 Stone Church Rd E, Hamilton, ON SUNDAY, APRIL 1 • PICKERING, SCARBOROUGH and OSHAWA 9:30am • SeekersHub Toronto 12:30pm • Pickering Islamic Centre (Masjid Usman) North, 2065 Brock Rd, Pickering, ON 4pm • Islamic Foundation of Toronto 441 Nugget Ave, Toronto, ON 8pm • Islamic Centre of Oshawa 23 Lloyd St, Oshawa, ON Events will also be livestreamed. http://seeke.rs/sotour
4/2/2017 12:00:00 AM -04:00
0.0000Qiyam Al-Layl Program
REGISTER: http://seeke.rs/qiyam It is the most special part of the night - when blessing, forgiveness and nearness to Allah are close at hand. Join us for this special gathering of night prayer, inspirational reminders and remembrance of Allah. If you have wanted to make the night prayer a part of your regular devotion, this is a great way to begin - supported by a community of scholars and fellow seekers. Join us at 5am on the 4th Sunday of every month for special remembrance of Allah, night prayer, and reminders on personal reform.
3/26/2017 5:00:00 AM -04:00
0.0000Free Family Event: Story of Prophet Dawud and Prophet Sulaiman
Stories make up one third of the Holy Qur’an. But who are the people in the stories we recite so often, and what does Allah Most High tell us about them? Join us with your families for this monthly talk, where we learn key lessons from the lives of the Prophets, starting with Prophet Adam (عليه السلام) and ending with the Beloved Messenger, Muhammad ﷺ. This brief, engaging class will deepen your love and understanding of the Prophets of Allah Most High, and of the Qur’an. All welcome, including families.
3/11/2017 1:00:00 PM -05:00
0.0000Qiyam Al-Layl Program
REGISTER: http://seeke.rs/qiyam It is the most special part of the night - when blessing, forgiveness and nearness to Allah are close at hand. Join us for this special gathering of night prayer, inspirational reminders and remembrance of Allah. If you have wanted to make the night prayer a part of your regular devotion, this is a great way to begin - supported by a community of scholars and fellow seekers. Join us at 5am on the 4th Sunday of every month for special remembrance of Allah, night prayer, and reminders on personal reform.
2/26/2017 5:00:00 AM -05:00
0.0000Free Family Event: The Story of Prophets Musa & Harun
Register: http://seeke.rs/prophets The two great brother Prophets, Musa and Harun, were sent to their people in a time of oppression and injustice. The rights of their people, Bani Isra'il, were denied; they were subjugated and killed. Their life stories contain great lessons in how one upholds Truth, restores Justice, and resists oppression--while speaking even to Pharaoh "with gentle words" as Allah commanded them, and remaining firm on calling both oppressed and oppressors back to Allah.
2/25/2017 1:00:00 PM -05:00
0.0000Free Online Courses: Term 1, 2017
Registration opens 30th January, 2017. What do you want to learn? Over 30 courses across all major disciplines, for beginner and advanced students. Course Categories: Living Religion Quranic Studies Prophetic Guidance Beliefs Islamic Law & Legal Methodology Spirituality Arabic Find out more: http://courses.seekershub.org/
2/13/2017 12:00:00 AM +11:00
0.0000Shaykh Yahya in Toronto: Extinguish the Fire: Overcoming Anger…
Imam Ghazali described anger as fire that burns away good. Shaykh Yahya Rhodus will cover Imam Ghazali’s profound teachings on how to restrain and control one’s anger—and the other destructive vices of hatred and envy. Shaykh Yahya will share profound but practical insights from Prophetic teachings and the wisdom of the scholars on how to rid oneself of these destructive qualities—and how to acquire their opposites (forbearance, love, and concern for others), which are Prophetic virtues. In an age where the fires of anger and hatred rage around us—and within us—this is a timely and critical series of programs, taught by one of the most impressive and learned Western Muslim scholars, Shaykh Yahya Rhodus. Free Programs at SeekersHub Toronto with Shaykh Yahya Rhodus February 10-12, 2017 • Friday February 10, 2017 at 7pm Join us for an Evening of Remembrance • Saturday February 11, 2017 at 10am - 4:30pm Monthly Seminar • NEW! Saturday Feruary 11, 2017 8pm "Love and Mercy in Testing Times" Talk and Fundraiser • Sunday February 12, 2017 at 9am - 10:30pm Special Family Program: Building Love and Mercy in the Family Today for Tomorrow
2/12/2017 12:00:00 AM -05:00
0.0000Qiyam Al-Layl Program
Join us at 5am on the 4th Sunday of every month for special remembrance of Allah, night prayer, and reminders on personal reform. This program is meant to help students establish a habit of waking up early daily for the night prayers and devotions on a regular basis. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/qiyam-al-layl-night-prayer-remembrance-tickets-29726114609
1/29/2017 5:00:00 AM -05:00
0.0000Free Seminar: The Keys to Change
The key to changing your life is restraining your tongue and learning positive, beneficial speech. Register now: http://seeke.rs/keys In this seminar with Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, Ustadh Amjad Tarsin and Ustadha Shireen Ahmed, we will explore the guidance of the Qur’an and Sunna regarding: (1) the importance of restraining one’s speech and avoiding negative words; (2) the transformative impact of “saying only good words” [Qur’an] and “saying good or remaining silent,” as the Prophet (peace be upon him) counselled; (3) the seven key sins of speech, what they are, and how to avoid them; and, finally, (4) the sunnas of positive, beneficial speech, from the beautiful teachings of the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him). http://seeke.rs/keys
1/28/2017 1:00:00 PM -05:00
0.0000Free *New* Classes at SeekersHub - Term 1 Registration NOW OPEN
The New Year marks the beginning of a new term for SeekersHub Toronto and that means we've got several NEW CLASSES being offered, completely free of charge. REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN for the Winter of 2017. http://seekershub.org/toronto/classes/ ***NEW CLASSES STARTING THIS SUNDAY JANUARY 8TH*** SUNDAYS AT 8:30 AM THE PATH OF THE WORSHIPFUL SERVANTS: OVERCOMING COMMON HURDLES IN PERSONAL REFORM With Ustadh Shireen Ahmed (Sisters Only) SUNDAYS AT 11:30 AM *NEW* --- THE LIVES OF THE PROPHETS OF ALLAH With Ustadh Amjad Tarsin SUNDAYS AT 1:00 PM *NEW* --- THE LIFE OF THE PROPHET MUHAMMAD With Ustadh Amjad Tarsin SUNDAYS AT 2:00 PM *NEW* --- CONNECTIONS COURSE: AN OVERVIEW ON ISLAMIC BELIEFS With Shaykh Faraz Rabbani MONDAYS AT 7:30 PM ISLAMIC WORSHIP IN DEPTH: SHURUNBULALI’S NUR AL-IDAH EXPLAINED With Shaykh Faraz Rabbani FRIDAYS FROM 7:00 – 7:30 PM YOUR QUESTIONS, ISLAMIC ANSWERS: A QUESTION & ANSWER SESSION With Shaykh Faraz Rabbani FRIDAYS AT 7:30 PM EVENING OF REMEMBRANCE: A GATHERING OF PRAISE FOR ALLAH & HIS MESSENGER PBUH With Shaykh Faraz Rabbani SATURDAYS AT 10:00 AM THE WAY OF SEEKING KNOWLEDGE: ZARNUJI’S INSTRUCTION OF A STUDENT EXPLAINED With Shaykh Faraz Rabbani REGISTER AT http://seekershub.org/toronto/classes/ SeekersHub Toronto aims to revive the tradition of students sitting with their teachers in person, so you can ask questions, seek clarity, and benefit from both their knowledge and their character. HOW DOES THIS WORK? 1. Take a look at our class schedule at: seekershub.org/toronto/classes. 2. Register for any class to access the class material & recordings. 3. Attend the class on ground or online (at seekershub.org/toronto/live). Our Address is 5650 Tomken Rd., Unit 10, Mississauga, ON WHAT IS SEEKERSHUB TORONTO? SeekersHub Toronto is a non-profit Islamic educational organization. It is our mission to make sound knowledge from reliable scholars available, through on ground and online classes and events — competely FREE of cost, with our Knowledge without Barriers initiative. WHY SEEKERSHUB TORONTO? In order to benefit you, knowledge must be sound, relevant and accessible. We at SeekersHub Toronto are dedicated to helping you to apply the mainstream, traditional understanding of Islam in your day-to-day life. SeekersHub Toronto was established to fulfill the communal obligation (fard kifaya) of cultivating individuals and communities through the spread of knowledge. We take this obligation seriously. It is our goal to reach all segments of the Muslim community, excluding no one, and to operate on a large enough scale that anyone who wishes to learn will have the opportunity. The Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) said, “The strong believer is more beloved to Allah than the weak believer, although there is good in both. Be avid for all that benefits.” For those avid for the benefits of learning their religion (deen), SeekersHub Toronto is there. WHAT ARE OUR GOALS? SeekersHub Toronto is committed to: - Promoting the mainstream understanding of Islam, both outwardly and inwardly - Supporting existing scholarship - Creating networks between scholars, activists, and communities - Promoting female scholarship - Preparing current students of knowledge - Integrating on ground and online learning.
1/22/2017 12:00:00 AM -05:00
0.0000Your Faith in Challenging Times - Free Seminar with Shaykh Faid
Please join us as we host Shaykh Faid Said Muhammad of Larayb Institute at SeekersHub Toronto on January 7th, 1pm-4pm. This program is offered in person at SeekersHub Toronto (5650 Tomken Rd, Unit 16/17, Mississauga, ON, L4W 4P1) and online. Register for free at http://seekershub.org/toronto/2016/12/27/15084/ He will be speaking on a critical topic that is very relevant to us all today - the preservation of faith during turbulent times. During this session, he will equip us with fundamental tools and guidelines to address some of the main challenges and concerns we as Muslims in the West are encountering. This is an event you don't want to miss! Register for free at http://seekershub.org/toronto/2016/12/27/15084/ Shaykh Faid Mohammed Said is one of the most prominent Islamic scholars based in the United Kingdom whose efforts include teaching and community outreach work. Besides holding regular classes on the Qur’an, Seerah and Fiqh, Shaykh Faid is a pioneer in pastoral work providing advice and counseling services for those who are in need especially new Muslims, women and the youth. His ‘Clinic of the Heart’ Project is an exciting and innovative initiative that strategically creates a context of frontline engagement between a scholar and those in the community who need access to a balance interpretation of the faith. Shaykh Faid is the Director of the Larayb Institute of Education (LiFE), Resident Scholar at the Harrow Central Mosque in North London, United Kingdom, and Senior Advisor to the Radical Middle Way, an organisation established in the wake of the London 7/7 attacks, which aims to promote a mainstream, moderate understanding of Islam, as well as equip its audiences with the tools to combat exclusion and violence, and encourage positive civic action. Find his complete biography at http://www.simplyislam.com.sg/main/about/our-scholars/shaykh-faid-mohammed-said/
1/7/2017 1:00:00 PM -05:00
0.0000After Trump: How Muslims Should Respond
Join us for this special online event with Shaykh Ahmed Saad al-Azhari, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, Sidi Nazim Baksh, Ustadh Amjad Tarsin and others. This event is in support of SeekersHub’s Fight With Light campaign and the Ihsan Institute UK. Date: 18th December, 2016 Time: 7pm - 9pm Convert to your timezone here: http://timeanddate.com/s/34ca Register to receive updates and information on how to join the online event. http://projects.seekershub.org/trump/
12/18/2016 7:00:00 PM -05:00
0.0000After Trump: How Muslims Should Respond [Local Viewing]
Join us for this special event with Shaykh Ahmed Saad al-Azhari, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, Sidi Nazim Baksh, Ustadh Amjad Tarsin and others (also live online!) This event is in support of SeekersHub’s Fight With Light campaign and the Ihsan Institute UK. Date: 18th December, 2016 Time: 7pm - 9pm Convert to your timezone here: http://timeanddate.com/s/34ca Register to receive updates and information on how to join the online event. http://projects.seekershub.org/trump/
12/18/2016 7:00:00 PM -05:00
0.0000Signs of the Hour - A free one-day Intensive and Book Launch
There are a lot of people these days speaking about the End of Times, but what do we actually know about these coming days? The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) spoke about signs that would indicate the coming of the Day of Judgement, but how important is this knowledge to way we live our lives? Should we be fearful of what is to come, or should our study lead us to be hopeful. In this special one-day intensive program, Shaykh Ahmed Saad al-Azhari guides us through this often difficult and misunderstood subject using Habib Abu Bakr Al-Mashhur's pioneering work, An-Nubdhah As-Sughrah, newly translated into English by Shaykh Ahmed himself. This a unique opportunity and not to be missed! Copies of the text will be on sale at SeekersHub Toronto for the special price of $12 Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/visiting-scholar-shaykh-ahmed-saad-al-azhari-tickets-29726275089
12/18/2016 10:00:00 AM -05:00
0.0000Celebration of the Best of Creation
Celebration of the Best of Creation 12th of Rabi al-Awwal Date: Saturday, December 10, 2016 Time: 7 PM - 10 PM EST Location: SeekersHub Toronto, 5650 Tomken Rd., Mississauga Join us for a special evening of remembrance of Allah Most High and His Messenger صلى الله عليه و سلم. This is a special event will feature Sh. Ramzy Ajem, Sh. Faraz Rabbani, and special munshids. Please come with your family and friends to remember this special evening of the 12th of Rabi’ al-Awwal.
12/10/2016 7:00:00 PM -05:00
0.0000Free Courses: Study Anytime, Anywhere.
Study Islam. Anytime, Anywhere! Choose from over 30 free online courses taught by mainstream Islamic scholars. Registration now open at seekershub.org/courses Registration closes Sunday, November 20th.
11/28/2016 12:00:00 AM +02:00
0.0000New Course: An Introduction to Islamic Logic
This brand new online course from Shaykh Hamza Karamali introduces students to Islamic logic through one of the most popular introductory textbooks to Islamic logic, namely, Athir al-Din al-Abhari’s (d. 1265 CE) Isagoge. The expositions of Abhari’s Isagoge are interspersed with contemporary topics, such as whether it is permissible to study logic, the difference between Aristotelian and Islamic logic, the meaning of truth and falsehood, the relationship between Islamic logic and modern science, and the relationship between Islamic logic and modern logic. For more information and to register: http://seekershub.org/home/courses/BLIL300 Help us FIght with Light. Our courses are free. Please donate to support: seekershub.org/donate
11/19/2016 12:00:00 AM +11:00
0.0000Family Event: Prophet Shuaib - Stories of the Prophets
Prophet Shuaib: Lessons in Fortitude, taught by Shaykh Shuaib Ally #Address: 5650 Tomken Rd, Unit 16/17, Mississauga, ON, L4W 4P1 Prophet Shuaib was one of only four Arab Prophets mentioned in the Qur’an. He was sent to the people of Madyan. His people—despite their wealth—were ungrateful for Allah’s blessings and had turned away from Him. Prophet Shuaib’s fortitude and steadfast concern in calling his people back to Allah contains many lessons and reminders, for young and old. All welcome, including families.
11/12/2016 1:00:00 PM -05:00
0.0000New Course: Imam Haddad's Book of Assistance Explained
Register: http://seekershub.org/home/courses/ISKMG15A Introducing a brand new course from Shaykh Yahya Rhodus.... Have you ever wanted to study Imam al-Ghazali’s monumental work Ihya Ulum al-Din? It’s a masterpiece no doubt, but it’s a staggering 40 volumes long and is rarely taught to English speaking students in full. Shaykh Yahya Rhodus will guide students through The Book of Assistance’s 32 succinct, practical chapters, covering topics such as certainty, vigilance, knowledge, reflection, prayer, adherence to the sunnah, and much more.
11/7/2016 2:00:00 PM +11:00
0.0000Shaykh Walead Mosaad: Giving Life to Surah Kahf
SeekersHub Toronto welcomes you to join us for a weekend of reflection upon the great stories of Surah Kahf. ALL FREE • ALL WELCOME Over two days Shaykh Walead will explain the “Believer’s Cave” of serenity, calm, and certitude. Friday 28th October, 7:30pm The Prophet and The Cave: The Virtues of Surat Al-Kahf Circle of Remembrance Saturday 29th October, 10am - 6pm Intensive Seminar Giving Life to Surah Kahf In this seminar, Shaykh Walead Mosaad explains this key Surah of the Qur’an—a Surah the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) urged us to recite every Friday. Shaykh Walead will explain the key lessons of the four great stories of Surah Kahf, and the four great tests they represent—the tests of faith, wealth, knowledge, and power. Shaykh Walead will explain the “Believer’s Cave” of serenity, calm, and certitude in the storms of these inevitable tests. REGISTRATION COMING SOON
10/29/2016 12:00:00 AM -04:00
0.0000Free Family Event: Stories of the Prophets - Prophet Yusuf
The amazing story of Prophet Yusuf (peace be upon him) is one of being true to Allah . As a youth in searching of the truth to being tested with challenging circumstances, Prophet Yusuf always remained true--true to Allah, to to himself, and true to those around him. Join Shaykh Faraz as he shares the life story of Prophet Yusuf--the only full story in the Quran--and its amazing lessons. Address: 5650 Tomken Rd, Unit 16/17, Mississauga, ON, L4W 4P1 Also available online. Register: http://seekershub.org/toronto/prophets/
10/8/2016 1:00:00 PM -04:00
0.0000Study Circle - The Wisdom of Time: Understanding Surah Al-Asr
Find out more: http://seeke.rs/wisdomoftime Surat al-Asr is one of the shortest suras in the Qur’an. Yet it summarizes all that humans need to attain eternal success; all they need to make the most of time; and all they need to avoid loss, in this life and the next. In this SeekersHub Global Study Circle, Shaykh Faid Muhammad Said, founder of Larayb and instructor at SeekersHub Global, takes us through the rich and deep wisdom of this sura. In his inimitable and inspiring style, Shaykh Faid will combine classical commentary on the verses of this sura with stories of the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him), the Companions, and great Muslims, to show how they valued and made the most of time. This Study Circle will educate, inspire, and be the springboard for deep reflection and fruitful discussion in your local communities, campuses, and homes. So… why not start a Study Circle today? Email circles@seekershub.org
10/9/2016 12:00:00 AM +10:00
0.0000Qiyam Al-Layl: Night Prayer and Potluck
Join us at 4am on the last Sunday of every month for special remembrance of Allah, night prayer, and reminders on personal reform. This program is meant to help students establish a habit of waking up early daily for the night prayers and devotions on a regular basis. http://seekershub.org/toronto/night/
9/25/2016 4:00:00 AM -04:00
0.0000Free Seminar: Why Adopt?
Why Adopt? The Urgency, Virtues and Practical Steps to Adoption REGISTER: seeke.rs/whyadopt Adoption is a neglected religious duty and an emphasized communal obligation. Despite the Prophet’s emphasis on the urgency and reward of adopting, many Muslims are wary of adoption. Many think that “adoption” is un-Islamic; that there are “too many issues” arising adopting; or that it is “way too difficult” to adopt. In this seminar, with Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, we will see that (1) religiously, adoption is highly encouraged—and an obligation; and we will learn (2) how to adopt, practically. A representative from A representative from Permanency and Adoption Support Services (PASS) will also give a presentation. This seminar will also be available LIVE online. Register for updates. REGISTER: seeke.rs/whyadopt
9/24/2016 1:00:00 PM -04:00
0.0000Volunteer Symposium: Find Your Role in Serving
SeekersHub has some excellent opportunities for you to serve a few hours a week and gain tremendous reward inshaAllah. Join us on Sunday September 18th at 1:30pm for a symposium of the various volunteer opportunities awaiting your commitment. We will have an overview of the roles and give you the opportunity to ask questions, let us know about your skills and work together in helping you decide a best fit. If you already know what area interests you, please email us at hr.seekershub@gmail.com with your area of interest and how much time you can dedicate on a weekly basis and we'll be in touch!
9/18/2016 1:30:00 AM -04:00
0.0000Free Family Event: Stories of the Prophets - Prophet Yaqub
REGISTER: seekershub.org/toronto/prophets/ The story of Prophet Yaqub brings us closer to understanding the meaning of certainty (yaqin). His relation to his family is fostered by his commitment to traditional Islamic values. Join Shaykh Faraz as he helps us explore the lesson learned by the life of Prophet Yaqub. When: 10th September, 2016 Time: 1pm - 4pm Where: 5650 Tomken Rd., Unit 16/17, Mississauga, ON, L4W 4P1 and #online Live: http://seekershub.org/toronto/live/ Timezone converter: http://timeanddate.com/s/3252
9/10/2016 1:00:00 PM -04:00
0.0000Qiyam Al-Layl: Night Prayer and Potluck
Join us at 4am on the last Sunday of every month for special remembrance of Allah, night prayer, and reminders on personal reform. This program is meant to help students establish a habit of waking up early daily for the night prayers and devotions on a regular basis.
8/28/2016 4:00:00 AM -04:00
0.0000Free Seminar: Making Love Last
Making Love Last: Prophetic Principles for a Successful Marriage with Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, Habib Hussein Al-Saqqaf and Ustadha Umm Umar In this seminar, we explore how the Prophet taught compassion, love and mercy by example. We will explore how, as partners in a marriage, we can take Prophetic advice and use it to nurture beautiful relationship. We will learn about how to overcome simple issues by reflecting on our tradition which is founded in piety and devotion. About the Focus On Seminar Series: Looking for clarity and direction in all aspects of your life? SeekersHub Toronto is responding to your needs. In a time of increased confusion and doubts about faith, the Focus On Seminar Series offers you clear and practical ways to transform yourself, your families, and society at large.
8/27/2016 1:00:00 PM -04:00
0.0000Back to School Mawlid Celebration with Toronto Mawlid
Please join us this Friday, at 8pm, as we gather with other believers who love Allah and His Beloved Messenger (peace be upon him). This week we will be join by special guests, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, Sidi Nazim Baksh, Sidi Nader Khan and Sidi Ali Elsayed. #Register: seekershub.org/toronto/remembrance/ #Address: 5650 Tomken Rd, Unit 16/17, Mississauga, ON L4W 4P1 #Map: http://goo.gl/maps/n4wsw
8/26/2016 8:00:00 PM -04:00
0.0000Give Light: Prophetic Action to Heal Ourselves and Our World
Give Light: Prophetic Action to Heal Ourselves and Our World Ustadh Amjad Tarsin, Head Chaplain, The Muslim Chaplaincy Toronto (Canada) Perth: 11-15 August Melbourne: 18-21 August Wellington: 22-24 August In a time when darkness, violence and hate seems to be everywhere, we desperately need light. A light that heals us, guides us and gives us hope and strength to be good and do good in the world. Join us for this series of special programs that will connect us back to the light of Divine guidance and show us how following in the footsteps of the Prophet Muhammad can bring mercy to our lives and healing to the world. Not to be missed! #SeekersHubAUS #GiveLightAUS MORE INFORMATION COMING SOON: seekershub.org/australia2016/
8/24/2016 12:00:00 AM +10:00
0.0000Arabic Foundations - Intermediate Course with Imam Afroz Ali
Registration is essential. Please register at bit.ly/arabic2016 Welcome Back to the Al-Ghazzali Centre! Arabic Foundations - Arabic Language Foundations and Intermediate Course STUDIES DATE: Commences 17 August, 2016 FREQUENCY: Weekly classes TIME: Tuesdays and Wednesdays 7:30pm - 9:30pm DURATION: Approximately 12 months VENUE: Al-Ghazzali Centre, 299 Belmore Road, Riverwood NSW 2210 Placement will be limited to registrants only. Basic ability to identify and write arabic letters essential. INTRODUCTION This program is a foundational course to develop students who have reading and writing ability in Arabic but little or no comprehension and speaking ability. Some individuals interested in Arabic language may have some basic learning, and some may have none, but this course is designed in a streamlined manner to benefit both levels of beginner and intermediate students. The objectives of this course are: -To learn to understand and begin to speak Classical Arabic -To be able to read and generally understand Traditional Texts of Islamic Sciences -To be ready to undertake advanced level Arabic Language Immersion program upon completion This course is offered on-ground with direct teacher contact, at Al-Ghazzali Centre. Registration is essential. Please register at bit.ly/arabic2016 ENQUIRIES For all enquiries about the course, email Rizwaan Rasheed- academydirector@alghazzali.org or call 0420 879 446.
8/23/2016 12:00:00 AM +10:00
0.0000The Need to Know with Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
The Need To Know: What A Concerned Muslim Needs to Learn, and How Location: the Madarik Amman centre Time: Monday at 5.30 pm (Amman time & live online) A brief talk and open question and answer session on seeking knowledge, with Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Live streaming link: https://youtu.be/p8cPdi9FgIQ
8/15/2016 5:30:00 PM +03:00
0.0000Muslim Women and Spiritual Revival in Australia
Registration is essential. Please register at bit.ly/eremosagc Conversations of insights and knowledge from the Islamic faith with Shaza Rifi, Angela Rodgers and others. Join us for an afternoon conversation with Muslim women who will open the event sharing insights from their spiritual experiences and Islamic culture. The dialogue will continue with a mutual exploration of how the quest for meaning and deep connection has many facets. This quest is nurtured by religious frameworks and it also at times, transcends them. Both the Al-Ghazzali Centre and Eremos are committed to greater harmony and co-existance through the act of appreciating diverse religions and cultures. DATE: Sunday 14th August, 2016. TIME: 2:00 - 4:30pm VENUE: Al-Ghazzali Centre. 299 Belmore Rd, Riverwood Everyone is welcome. There is no charge for this event. Donations may be offered on the day if you wish. Registration is essential. Please register at bit.ly/eremosagc
8/14/2016 2:00:00 PM +10:00
0.0000Free Seminar: Prophet Ismail and Prophet Ishaq. All welcome.
Prophet Ismail and Prophet Ishaq: The Two Sons of Strength with Ustadha Umm Umar Register: http://seekershub.org/toronto/prophets/ The children of Prophet Ibrahim were truly blessed. Learn about the bravery and fortitude of Prophet Ismail when he was tested and how he helped his father build the Kaaba. Learn about why the Qur'an describes the birth of Prophet Ishaq as a gift and how he became father to a long line of Prophets. These are stories about being good to parents, maintaining great moral strength and calling to the way of God in the best ways. Don't miss this special family program!
8/13/2016 1:00:00 AM -04:00
0.0000Free Online Courses - Term 2 Registration ENDS!
Ramadan is over. What's next? Keep up the momentum by taking a free online course taught by leading scholars. Register for over 30 FREE online courses. All areas of interest! http://courses.seekershub.org/
8/1/2016 1:00:00 PM +10:00
0.0000Nurturing Children: Key Lessons from the Prophet as a Parent & Educator
Register: http://seekershub.org/toronto/seminars/ FOCUS ON Seminar with Shaykh Faraz, Shaykh Zahir Bacchus and Ustadha Umm Umar The Prophet is often called The Teacher. In fact, his entire life is a lesson. In this seminar, we explore how the Prophet taught, nurtured and guided children through compassion, love and modelling right action. We will explore how, as parents and educators, we can take this Prophetic advice and use to nurture children to have good character. Learn about how to overcome common parenting hurdles, and key methods in raising children to embody piety and devotion. Join us at SeekersHub Toronto, or live online for this seminar. Register for more information and updates.
7/30/2016 1:00:00 PM -04:00
0.0000What is Islam?
Registration is essential. Please register at bit.ly/3partsislam What is Islam? The 3 parts to Islam with Imam M. Amien Ahmed This workshop is ideal for those who are new to Islam, or who would like to learn more, exploring the three parts to Islam - Islam, Iman and Ihsan. All are welcome! This workshop will cover core elements of belief, faith, the pillars to Islam and spirituality with time for discussion. Date: Saturday 30th July Time: 10:30am - 1:30pm (including a 30min break for prayer and morning tea) Address: Al-Ghazzali Centre 299 Belmore Rd, Riverwood Registration is essential. Please register at bit.ly/3partsislam
7/30/2016 10:30:00 AM +10:00
0.0000Signs of End of Times
Registration is essential. Plese register at bit.ly/signsintensive A 5-Evening Intensive with Ustadh Imran Angullia Al-Ghazzali Centre welcomes and addition to its teaching staff, Ustadh Imran Angullia. We invite you to a 5-session classes on the Signs of the End Times: to know them, understand their signs and manifestation and what it means for you. From the current world events to the arrival of the Mahdi, Jesus (peace be upon them both) and entry of time into the Major Signs era. Most importantly, the classes will highlight for you how these events will affect you and your responsibilities during such momentous times. Dates: Fri 22nd, Sat 23rd, Mon 25th, Tues 26th, Wed 27th July Time: 7:30 - 9:30pm each evening. Address: Al-Ghazzali Centre 299 Belmore Rd, Riverwood Registration is essential. Plese register at bit.ly/signsintensive
7/27/2016 12:00:00 AM +10:00
0.0000Free Class - Term 2, 2016 (Fall)
SeekersHub Toronto aims to revive the tradition of students sitting with their teachers in person, so you can ask questions, seek clarity, and benefit from both their knowledge and their character. Registration is now open for our free classes for the Fall of 2016. See all available courses: http://seekershub.org/toronto/classes/
7/25/2016 12:00:00 AM -04:00
0.0000Prince Among Slaves - Ghazzali Forum
Register: http://bit.ly/agcprince Prince Among Slaves recounts the true story of an African Muslim prince who was captured and sold into slavery in the American South. After 40 years of enslavement, he finally regained his freedom, became a national celebrity, and dined in the White House. This is an incredible story about an incredible man who endured the humiliation of slavery without ever losing his dignity or his hope for freedom.Join us for a relaxed afternoon where we will explore the themes of this documentary, as well as a discussion session after the viewing with Ustadh Imran Anguilla. Everyone is welcome. All our events at Al-Ghazzali Centre are FREE. Our efforts are powered by your generosity. WHEN: Sunday, 24th July, 2-5pm WHERE: Al-Ghazzali Centre 299 Belmore Rd, Riverwood
7/24/2016 2:00:00 PM +10:00
0.0000The Story of Ibrahim: The Friend of God with Ustadha Umm Umar
Our "Stories of the Prophets' Series continues this weekend! connect on-ground at SeekersHub Toronto, or join us online. The Story of Ibrahim: The Friend of God The story of Prophet Ibrahim is a tale of discovery, sacrifice and devotion. From his childhood searching for the truth to being tested with the life of his beloved son, Prophet Ibrahim was devoted to doing good and guiding others out of love for God. Join Ustadha Umm Umar as she helps us explore the life of the Prophet who built the Kaaba and the one who was given the honour of being called Khalil Allah - the Friend of God. Register: http://seekershub.org/toronto/prophets/
7/16/2016 1:00:00 PM -04:00
0.0000The Madarik Summer Arabic Intensive
Arabic for Life and Tradition More: http://seekershub.org/madarik/ The Madarik Arabic Program is an immersive, 8-week Arabic language program. The aim of the program is to help students learn Arabic for daily communication, interaction with intellectuals and scholars, and to decipher the meaning of classical texts in order to understand the vast Islamic tradition. More: http://seekershub.org/madarik/
7/10/2016 9:00:00 AM +03:00
0.0000Shawwal 1437 Crescent Sighting
The topocentric New Moon Conjunction for the lunar month of Shawwal will occur on Monday the 4th of July 2016, at 21:51 AEST (9:51pm Sydney time). The correct date to observe the crescent of Shawwal is upon sunset of Tuesday the 5th of July 2016. Everyone is welcome to come and participate in the Sunnah of the Prophet peace be upon him! We will also have the opportunity to break our fast and pray maghrib together Insha'Allah. Please bring a plate to share. For further information please contact Taymour Nabulsi via e-mail at tnabulsi@alghazzali.org or on 0403779829.
7/5/2016 4:45:00 PM +10:00
0.000027th Night of Ramadan: Celebrating the Night of Revelation with Your Family (in partnership with Islamic Relief Canada)
Join us for a special gathering of prayer, recitation and remembrance on the 27th night of Ramadan for the whole family with our very special guest Dr. Ingrid Mattson, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, Ustadh Amjad Tarsin and other special guests from across the Greater Toronto Area. IN PARTNERSHIP WITH ISLAMIC RELIEF - who will be making a special appeal on the night! __________________________________________________ PROGRAM OVERVIEW: Qari Hafith Abdulllah Francis from Cape Town, South Africa will be leading us in tarawih as we complete the Qur'an. Hafith Abdullah will also be sharing special songs and duas from the remarkable Cape Malay tradition, the oldest Islamic community in Southern Africa. All are welcome! There will be a separate area for children to play and sleep so bring your pyjamas and sleeping bags. Highlights of this special "laylatul qadr" night: - Completion of the Qur’an in Tarawih followed by Dua of Khatm - Iftar & Suhoor Provided - Sweets, Snacks, Coffee & Tea Through the Night - Qiyam ul Layl (Night Prayer) and Salah al-Tasbih in Congregation - Inspirational Reflections from Dr. Ingrid Mattson and others, Nasheeds and Circles of Remembrance Sign up now to save your spot. __________________________________________________ LAST YEAR'S EVENT RECAP: Last year's landmark gathering drew over 500 people - mothers, father, children, elders, sisters and brothers - for an unforgettable night of prayer and community. We don't want you to miss this year's program! View album from last year's event (http://seekershub.org/toronto/gallery/laylatul-qadr-2015-event/) Watch our recap video of last year's event (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=712w5JBBxAU) The gathering was a real hit with the families!
7/2/2016 12:00:00 AM -04:00
0.0000FULLY Booked: Free Children's Eid Arts and Crafts Day - A Family Event!
OFFICIALLY AT FULL CAPACITY! Get ready for Eid! Make it a time to celebrate! Children will work with their parents on their own special masterpiece to take home in time for Eid. A special day for the whole family! There will be two sessions (morning and afternoon). All ages and abilities are welcome! We encourage familes to come and work together (but in case you can't, please note that children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult). The event is free of charge - but we do encourage a suggested donation to support this and future arts events. About Our Teacher... Ustadha Unaiza Karim: Unaiza Karim is a qualified teacher and an award-winning British artist specializing in the Traditional Visual Arts. Unaiza offers consultancy on Arts education, curriculum development and community outreach projects. She has experience in devising and delivering innovative programmes, workshops and courses to suit audiences of all skills and abilities, in a broad range of settings from corporate to grass roots community based initiatives and tailoring a programme to meet the artistic appreciation needs of individuals requiring training or mentorship. Unaiza specializes in decorative arts from the Islamic Tradition. She has a special interest in Arts of the book and illuminated manuscripts. She holds a Masters Degree in Visual Islamic and Traditional Arts from The Prince’s School of Traditional Art, London. Her work has been exhibited in the UK and abroad and she has contributed to online teaching and learning resources for the Jameel Gallery of Islamic Art at the Victoria and Albert Museum. Her passion for art and education are bought together in an ongoing programme of workshops being delivered locally, nationally and internationally.
6/26/2016 9:00:00 AM -04:00
0.0000Community (Sponsored) Iftar - All Welcome!
Don't bring anything except your family, friends, neighbours, loved ones AND your appetite! Community Ramadan Iftars at SeekersHub Toronto include... IFTAR FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY: On Friday and Saturday nights at SeekersHub Toronto, we offer a complete iftar for the whole family - sponsored by members of the Hub community! These are special nights filled with uplifting, inspiring talks by our visiting scholars, in the midst of blessed company! Please register! it helps us plan for space limitations and catering. Select one or more of the dates to save your spot now! _______________________________________________ VISITING SCHOLARS AT SEEKERSHUB TORONTO: June 8-14: Shaykh Muhammad Mendes June 16-21: Shaykh Walead Mosaad June 23-28: Shaykh Yahya Rhodus Learn more at seekershub.org/home/ramadan. __________________________________________________ SPECIAL PROGRAMMING ON FRIDAY NIGHTS: On Friday nights before iftar, SeekersHub Toronto hosts it's weekly Circle of Light: A Night of Remembrance, Praise & Inspiration! In this special Ramadan edition of our regular 'Circle of Light' gathering in remembrance of the Prophet, we will have sacred songs, specific duas and talks from one of several visiting scholars. The talks will focus on the life and character of the Prophet (peace be upon him) and how he sought and exemplified the mercy, forgiveness and the pursuit of salvation. June 10: Shaykh Muhammad Mendes on "Difficult Mercy: How the Prophet Manifested Mercy in Challenging Times" June 17: Shaykh Walead Mosaad on "The Art of of Prophetic Forgiveness" June 24: Shaykh Yahya Rhodus on "Ummati, Ummati: The Prophet's Breathtaking Concern for Us All" __________________________________________________ SPONSOR ONE OF OUR IFTARS DURING RAMADAN This is a perfect opportunity for those wanting to host an iftar but just can't plan it for one reason or another, and yet still want to earn the reward. Sponsor one of our Friday or Saturday evening iftars and invite your entire guest list! It's that simple. The best part is your guests will also benefit from all that SeekersHub is offering those nights, including prayers, brief lessons, and beautiful company! Leave the planning to us, you just let us know which date you'd like to sponsor an iftar by emailing Sr. Parasto at parasto@seekershub.org.
6/25/2016 12:00:00 AM -04:00
0.0000Ramadan Program: Learn To Live
Live on ground at SeekersHub Toronto and streamed LIVE online! Make SeekersHub #YourRamadanHub This Ramadan, SeekersHub is offering a 30-day course on connecting to Allah’s Mercy, Forgiveness and the promise of salvation. Join us daily for a shared meal, circles of learning, community service and beautiful worship as some of the most dynamic Islamic personalities of today guide us to getting the most of out of the best of months. All are welcome. Ramadan is about renewal. Ramadan is about spiritual transformation. Ramadan is about learning how to live for Allah - again. Spend this Ramadan with SeekersHub Toronto, and #LearnToLive. #YourRamadanHub.
6/6/2016 7:30:00 PM -04:00
0.0000Ramadhan 1437 Crescent Sighting
The topocentric New Moon Conjunction for the lunar month of Ramadhan will occur on Sunday the 5th of June 2016, at 13:23 AEST (1:23pm Sydney time). The correct date to observe the crescent of Ramadhan is upon sunset of Monday the 6th of June 2016. Everyone is welcome to come and participate in the Sunnah of the Prophet peace be upon him! We will also have the opportunity to pray maghrib together Insha'Allah. For further information please contact Taymour Nabulsi via e-mail at tnabulsi@alghazzali.org or on 0403779829.
6/6/2016 4:30:00 PM +10:00
0.0000Free Seminar & Webinar: Surviving Ramadan - How To Make The Most Of Your Days & Nights
This year, get spiritually and mentally prepared to reap the blessings of Ramadan by learning about the spiritual and legal aspects of fasting from reliable teachers. This on-ground and online event is being held at SeekersHub Toronto, and streamed live around the world. During the seminar, students will hear from local and overseas scholars (via video recordings), including Habib Umar bin Hafiz and Dr. Umar Faruq Abd-Allah. There will also be ample time for your questions for be answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, Ustadha Shireen Ahmed, and Ustadh Amjad Tarsin.
6/4/2016 1:00:00 PM -04:00
0.0000Brisbane: Ethics of Finance, Earning & Living with Imam Afroz Ali
The Ethics of Finance, Earning & Living REGISTER: bit.ly/financebne This 2-day seminar is part of Al-Ghazzali Centre’s Living Right Series, which provides practical counsel and advice on how to live ethically in accordance with Prophetic Example as best we can in this day and age. This Short Course is based on the classical manual from Imam Ghazzali’s Ihya, titled “The Ethics Earning & Living", as well as Imam Shaybani’s text of the similar title on Ethical Earning. This course will help the student to understand and apply principles to their daily lives regarding: The purpose of earning in this world The need to engage with and own worldly wealth, yet not be owned by it The moral obligation for ethical acquiring of wealth and property, and how illicit and suspicious possession of wealth brings physical and metaphysical harm The realisation of concepts like ‘Isrāf’, ‘Insāf’ and ‘Ihsān’ in context with finance, earning and living The eschatological objectives (the reality of the Afterworld) of livelihood at a personal level of earning and societal level of economics The course, taught by Imam Afroz Ali, is suitable for everyone interested to raise their standards of ethical living as an important part of this life and the Afterlife where we will be taken to account for our personal and social affairs, well as for those interested in contributing to higher ethical standards in micro and macro-economics REGISTER: bit.ly/financebne
6/5/2016 12:00:00 AM +10:00
0.0000FREE Seminar: Living Green: The Way Of The Greatest Environmentalist
What is the place of green and environmental stewardship in Islam? How does the Quran view concern for the environment? What is your responsibility towards the environment? Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, Ustadh Amjad Tarsin and Shaykh Ali Hani answer these and other critical questions by citing several prophetic traditions emphasizing environmental consciousness and awareness.
5/28/2016 1:00:00 PM -04:00
0.0000Calling To Allah: The Need To Give Light
Available Online and at SeekersHub Toronto! Join Shaykh Abdurragmaan Khan (from South Africa) and Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, as we discuss the need to call to Allah, and develop learned communities. We will discuss the importance of these communities in the West, and how current issues can be overcome by the light of traditional knowledge. You will learn how YOU can actively participate in this movement, by playing your part in spreading and giving Prophetic Light, and helping make positive change in the world. ************************************************************************* Who is Shaykh Abdurragmaan? Shaykh Abdurragmaan Khan completed the memorization of the Qur’an under Shaykh Ismail Londt at the Dar Ubaiy Institute in 2000. He then went on to graduate from the Dār al-Ulūm al-‘Arabiyyah al-Islāmiyyah in 2006, where he benefited from the school’s lecturers, specifically its founder and principal, Maulana Taha Karaan. After graduating, Shaykh Abdurragmaan served as a lecturer at the same institute from 2006 to 2015. In 2009, he established Dar al-Turath al-Islami (DTI) and continues to serve as the Director. In 2011, Shaykh Abdurragmaan co-founded the Mahabbah Foundation and was honoured to join the Fatwa Committee of the Muslim Judicial Council of South Africa in 2013. He is also an Imam at Masjid al-Rahmah, Garlendale. Shaykh Abdurragmaan received ijazah ’ammah from various luminaries, including but not restricted to: Habib Umar ibn Hafiz–a personality who affected him greatly and who has changed his relationship with Allah, Maulana Yusuf Karaan – the former Mufti of Cape Town; Habib ‘Ali al-Mashhur – the current Mufti of Tarim, Habib ‘Umar al-Jaylani – the Shafi’i Mufti of Makkah, Sayyid Ahmad bin Abi Bakr al-Hibshi, Habib Kadhim as-Saqqaf, Shaykh Mahmud Sa’id Mamduh, Maulana Abdul Hafiz al-Makki, Sh. Ala ad- Dind al-Afghani, Maulana Fazlur Rahman al-Azami and Shaykh Yahya al-Gawthani amongst others. Shaykh Abdurragmaan received ijazah in the qira’ah of Imam Kisa’i from Shaykh Idris from Malawi and is currently reciting the seven Qira’ah to Maulana Saleem Gaibie.
5/24/2016 7:30:00 PM -04:00
0.0000The Oneness Of Love, May 19-23 - SeekersHub Toronto Retreat 2016
Register now: http://seekershub.org/toronto/retreat/ Teachers: Habib Hussein as-Saqqaf (tentative); Shaykh Faid Muhammad Said; Shaykh Faraz Rabbani; Shaykh Hamdi Benaissa; Ustadha Shireen Ahmed; Ustadh Amjad Tarsin, Ustadha Anse Tamara Grey, and Ustadha Shehnaz Karim. Date: May 19-23, 2016 Location: Bark Lake Leadership Center, 1551 Bark Lake Drive, Irondale, ON, Canada, K0M 1X0 In a time of hatred and confusion, we are all in need of healing and strength. The only way forward is the path of love. In this special retreat, we will learn how loving Allah and loving the Prophet ﷺ is the most powerful means for profound personal and social transformation. By learning to love more beautifully we can change our lives and our communities forever. Rarely a day goes by that we are not confronted with stories of hatred, violence and injustice. We know that our families, our communities and our world are in need of profound healing, but we are often at a loss of how to begin that journey. This is the path of love. In this In this special retreat – in the company of spiritual teachers, experienced activists and gifted callers – we will learn how central love is to the Islamic tradition. We will experience what it means to love the Creator and how that love can transform our lives. We will reconnect with to the loving tradition of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and explore practical in which we can love ourselves, our families and our children more deeply and beautifully. Finally, we will reconnect with our true role in the world – to serve others out of affection and call all to the oneness of love.
5/23/2016 12:00:00 AM -04:00
0.0000The Funeral Workshop with Imam Afroz Ali
Registration essential: http://bit.ly/funeralworkshop Al-Ghazzali Centre invites you to a 5-session (2 Saturdays and 3 Sundays) comprehensive seminar and practical workshop on death and funeral in accordance with Islamic Rites of its law, belief and spirituality. The workshop will cover the following topics: Guidance on what to do when death approaches someone Legal, theological and spiritual dimensions of death and funerals The Australian law concerning death and funerals The workshop will include a very practical and hands-on practice of the procedures for: Washing the deceased Shrouding the deceased Burying the deceased Upon completing this program, you will know the rules and as well as practical steps to carry out the responsibilities that a deceased person has upon us, particularly our own family members. The program will also aid you to understand the spiritual dimensions of death and how to come to terms with grief upon losing someone close. TIME: Saturday and Sunday 9:30am - 5:00pm (Class starts at 10am sharp, please arrive early so that the class can commence on time) DURATION: 3 Weeks (Only Sunday on third weekend) VENUE: Al-Ghazzali Centre 299 Belmore Road, Riverwood NSW 2210 Registration essential: http://bit.ly/funeralworkshop
5/15/2016 12:00:00 AM +10:00
0.0000Crisis of Refugees: Reflections on the Modern Condition
Registration is essential. Please register at http://bit.ly/rotmcautumn One of the most devastating crises affecting humanity in the modern age is the Crisis of Refugees from war ravaged countries, and Australia is no exception in this regard. In fact, the Australian government’s long-standing policies regarding refugees is amongst the most brutal and inhumane and contrary to Australia’s values. With an unending plethora of wars, extreme poverty and oppression, the world is experiencing an unprecedented exodus of people in search of safety. Women and children are highest on the list of victims of war and in constant state of fear and instability. In spite of Australian government’s politics on this issue, as Australian citizens we have a burden of responsibility to respond to this crisis. As Muslim Australians, we have a long way to go ourselves to advocate for and facilitate care for the refugees, many of whom are Muslims themselves. We need to look no further to find positive response to the crisis than the Prophetic Tradition itself when his community in Mecca were made refugees into Medina, and how the Prophetic community responded. What are some of the values we all share that should drive positive action regarding the refugee crisis? What are the core drivers by which there is an unprecedented crisis of people fleeing their homelands? How must we all respond, collectively and constructively this crisis that continues to land upon the boundaries of Australia? Al Ghazzali Centre invites you to join us for this quarter’s Reflections On the Modern Condition seminar, to discuss and explore the holistic realities of the refugee crisis upon both the refugees and the host nations, and in particular Australia. Our guest speakers will be, Imam Afroz Ali and Shaykh Salem Naja; both the speakers are prominent members of the Australian Muslim community and are active in the area of advocating for the rights of refugees and displaced persons. TIME: 7:00 pm, Saturday 14th May VENUE: Al-Ghazzali Centre 299 Belmore Road, Riverwood NSW 2210 Everyone is welcome. All our events at Al-Ghazzali Centre are FREE. Our efforts are powered by your generosity. Talk is followed by Dinner. Registration is essential. Please register at http://bit.ly/rotmcautumn
5/14/2016 7:00:00 PM +10:00
0.0000Protecting Our Inheritance: The Urgency of Preserving Islamic Scholarship
Protecting Our Inheritance: The Urgency of Preserving Islamic Scholarship *Featuring a special presentation on the SeekersHub Global Zakat Fund with Sidi Zafar Rana (Finance Director | SeekersHub)* Brought to you in association with Ashford & Staines Community Centre and SeekersHub Global. Shaykh Faraz Rabbani (Canada) Sun 8th May 2016 | 5:30pm Ashford & Staines Community Centre (ASCC) | London Road | Ashford | TW14 8RW | Middlesex (opposite Harrow Road) FREE ENTRY | REFRESHMENTS PROVIDED www.hameem.org
5/8/2016 5:30:00 PM +01:00
0.0000Isra Wal Miraj: An Evening of Inspiration with Harrow Central Mosque
Isra Wal Miraj: The Glorious Night Journey and The Miracle of Ascension. Saturday 7th May 2016 | 6:30pm Join Harrow Central Mosque for an awe inspiring evening filled with barakah. Listen, recharge and uplifts your spirits with the blessed seerah along with soothing Qur’an recitations and Qas’aid. We are proud to welcome our chief guest: Shaykh Faraz Rabbani who is a teacher and director at SeekersHub Global and SeekersHub Toronto and will be travelling from Canada to join our Scholar in Residence, Shaykh Faid Mohammed Said in reminding us of this blessed journey of Rasoolullah ﷺ and the lessons we can take to implement in our lives. Food will also be served.]
5/7/2016 6:30:00 PM +01:00
0.0000The Shimmering Light - Autumn Mawlid
Registration is essential: bit.ly/agcmawlid Please join us for our community Mawlid where we will recite 'The Shimmering Light' compiled by Habib 'Umar al Hafiz, in rememberance of our beloved Prophet Muhammad, may peace and blessings of Allah be upon him. This is a family event and all are welcome. Light refreshments will be provided. DATE: Saturday 7th May TIME: 7pm WHERE: Al-Ghazzali Centre. 299 Belmore Rd, Riverwood. Everyone is welcome. All our events at Al-Ghazzali Centre are FREE. Our efforts are powered by your generosity.
5/7/2016 7:00:00 PM +10:00
0.0000Learn to Live: 7 Steps to Change Your Life this Ramadan
Purley Masjid and SeekerHub Global Present... Learn to Live: 7 Steps to Change Your Life This Ramadan An Evening with Shaykh Faraz Rabbani (Canada) Founder and Executive Director of SeekersHub Friday May 6th 2016 Maghrib-Isha Purley Masjid 63 Whytecliffe Road South, Purley CR8 2AZ (One minute walk from Purley Station) Local free parking **All welcome** http://purleyicc.com/contact.htm Please share widely.
5/6/2016 8:30:00 PM +01:00
0.0000Shaykh Yahya Rhodus Visits SeekersHub Toronto - April 22-24
Friday, April 22nd 12:45 PM - Friday Khutba at ISNA 7.00 PM - Give Light, Preserve Scholarship | Toronto Launch of the SeekersHub Global Zakat Fund + Weekly Circle Of Light Saturday, April 23rd 10.00 AM - Foundations Class - The Importance of Knowing the Foundational Principles of Religion 11.30 AM - Beginning of Guidance Class - On the Value of the Sunnah 1 PM - Worship, Coffee, & The Meaning Of Life Seminar 6:30 PM - The True Spirit of Community - A Dinner At Sayeda Khadija Centre (7150 Edwards Blvd. Mississauga, ON) Sunday, April 24th 5:45 AM - Fajr Prayer and Morning Lesson at Jamiatul Ansar Mosque (291 Great Lakes Drive, Brampton, ON) 9.00 AM - Sisters' Class - An overview of the text Minhaj al-Abideen 11.00 AM - Men and Women Around the Messenger: The Importance of Connecting to the Stories of the Righteous
4/24/2016 12:00:00 AM -04:00
0.0000FREE Seminar: Shaykh Yahya Rhodus at Worship, Coffee and The Meaning of Life
4/23/2016 1:00:00 PM -04:00
0.0000Inter-Religious Harmony - Living in Australia
Welcome Back to the Al-Ghazzali Centre! Registration is essential. Please register at bit.ly/ikim-interfaith INTER-RELIGIOUS HARMONY - Living in Australia Join us at Al-Ghazzali Centre and engage with Buddhist, Christian and Muslim speakers, discussing successful religious diversity in Australia. Our special guest will be Hon. Datin Dr Azizan Baharuddin, Director General of IKIM Radio and TV Malaysia. At the conclusion of the discussion dinner will follow. Please join us from 7pm for refreshments for a 7:30pm start Everyone is welcome. All our events at Al-Ghazzali Centre are FREE. Our efforts are powered by your generosity. Registration is essential. Please register at bit.ly/ikim-interfaith
4/22/2016 7:00:00 PM +10:00
0.0000Book of Love and Contentment - A Study Circle with Imam Afroz Ali
Welcome Back to the Al-Ghazzali Centre! Al-Ghazzali Study Circle: Book of Love with Imam Afroz Ali Registration is essential. Please register at bit.ly/agcbookoflove In a world rife with hatred, vengeance and death, love is a preciously rare experience, particularly love that transcends the emotion and which resides in the core of the heart of hearts. The ways to perdition and loss seems to be well visible across earth, but love isn’t. Yet Islam is a religion for all humanity, which can be summed up as a Guidance to Salvation through love for each other and for God. This is the subject of Imam Ghazzali’s 36th book of his magnum opus, Ihya Ulūm al-Dīn (Revival of the Islamic Sciences). This book is part of the fourth quarter of the Ihya, titled “Ways to Salvation”, and gives the seeker the medicine for healing from the diseases of the heart and finding salvation from the ways of perdition. It concerns itself with Adornment of the Heart with Praiseworthy Qualities, one such significant quality being Love. Registration is essential. Please register at bit.ly/agcbookoflove For further enquiries please contact Rizwaan Rasheed at academydirector@alghazzali.org
4/22/2016 12:00:00 AM +10:00
0.0000Volunteer Impact Meeting at SeekersHub Toronto
Join Us On April 17th At 1 PM Toronto/New York time From Anywhere In The World What does it take to get 300, 500 or even 700 people out for an event? The answer is simple: rallying. Rallying friends and family, spreading the word and creating a buzz, are proven to be of the most successful ways of bringing people out to an event. For us, it's about reaching out to people to come to SeekersHub Toronto - one of the places most worthy of calling people to. It has exactly what we need today: the beauty, mercy and radiant guidance and teachings of our beloved Prophet ﷺ . Here are three reasons to attend a SeekersHub Impact Meeting: 1. Be the first to hear about what the Hub is planning for the next few months and which visiting scholars are invited and attending for programming! 2. Be part of immense good. The prophet ﷺ teaches us: “Whoever points to the good has the reward of the one who performs it.” [Muslim] 3. Enjoy lunch with the company of Shaykh Faraz Rabbani and discuss other ways of spreading the word about SeekersHub Toronto. Whether you are in China, Malaysia, Egypt or right here in Toronto, join us and help spread the immense benefit to everyone, everywhere. Where's This Awesome Meeting Happening? ON-GROUND: 5650 Tomken Rd, Unit 16-17, Mississauga, ON, L4W 4P1 ONLINE: Link will be shared on the event page
4/17/2016 12:30:00 PM -04:00
0.0000Islamic Studies - Foundations Diploma
Registration is essential. Please register at bit.ly/agcdiploma Placement will be limited to registrants only DATE: Commences 31st March, 2016 FREQUENCY: Weekly classes TIME: Thursdays 7:30pm - 9:30pm DURATION: Approximately 20 months VENUE: Al-Ghazzali Centre 299 Belmore Road, Riverwood NSW 2210 INTRODUCTION Since 2004, over 200 students around the world have completed Al-Ghazzali Centre’s Foundations Diploma in Islamic Studies program, many of whom as a result continued with further advanced studies in Yemen, Syria and Jordan. This 10- core module (and 3 electives) program allows the student to complete studies of fundamentally important Personal Obligations, as well as gain a thorough foundation into the various important Sacred Sciences. This course is offered on-ground with direct teacher contact, at Al-Ghazzali Centre. COURSE OUTLINE This Foundations program covers lessons from the Hanafi as well as Shafi’i schools, and covers lessons for: Understanding Schools and their importance(Madhab) Islamic Creed (Aqida; our beliefs) Purification Prayer Fasting Zakat Pilgrimage Trade & Finance Spirituality (Tasawwuf) Islamic Legal Theory (Usul al-Fiqh) COURSE REQUIREMENTS There are no pre-requisites required to enrol in this course. To qualify for the final award, the student must have had a minimum of 80% attendance for each module and pass each core module and at least two electives. Registration is essential. Please register at bit.ly/agcdiploma. Placement will be limited to registrants only ENQUIRIES For all enquiries about the course, email Rizwaan Rasheed at academydirector@alghazzali.org or call 0420 879 446
4/14/2016 12:00:00 AM +11:00
0.0000LADIES SOUK
Al Ghazzali Centre Sydney is hosting its second Ladies Only Souk event! Discover boutique products all of which are brought to you in line with Islamic values. This is also a great opportunity to meet new sisters! Stalls include: - Clothing - Henna - Hijabs - Organic Hair Products - Oils - Sibhas - Skincare - Tea & more! If you are interested in running a stall at the event, please contact us via Facebook and we will get in touch with you. A portion of all stall earnings will go towards the Al-Ghazzali Centre.
4/9/2016 4:00:00 AM +00:00
0.0000Grand Opening Of New SeekersHub Toronto w/ Mouaz & Ibrahim Nass, Shaykh Faid Muhammad Said & more
Join us on April 2nd, 2016 at 5.30 PM for an evening of celebration with Shaykh Faid Muhammad Said, Shaykh Hamdi Ben Aissa, Ustadha Shehnaz Karim, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, Shaykh Abdurragmaan Khan(tentative) and numerous other local scholars and community activists. You don't want to miss this momentous occasion with guest nasheed artists, Ibrahim Al-Nass and Mouaz Al-Nass from Chicago!
4/2/2016 5:30:00 PM -04:00
0.0000FREE Seminar: The End Of The World? Prophetic Description & Guidance For The Last Days
The End of the World? Prophetic Description and Guidance For The Last Days Saturday, March 26th, 1-5 PM Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, Ustadh Amjad Tarsin, Shaykh Ahmed Saad al-Azhari (via recording) The Qur’an and Sunna remind us of the reality of the End of Times being near. What are the signs of the end of times? Why are the signs—and the final hour itself—not explicit? And, most critically, how should we prepare for the end of times, if they are near?
3/26/2016 1:00:00 PM -04:00
0.0000Sins of the Heart with Shaykh Faraz Khan
Convert your timezone http://timeanddate.com/s/2yxz A two-day course on 'Sins of the Heart' from Imam Nahlawi’s “Uncovered Pearls on the Lawful and Prohibited.” Imam Nahlawi was a Damascene scholar of the last century (d. 1931CE/1350AH) whose book is a notable contribution to the Islamic legal and ethical canon. The sections discussed in this course are summations of earlier formative works on Islamic ethics, such as Imam Ghazali’s “Revival of the Religious Sciences.” When: Over two Saturday’s, March 19th and 26th at 10am – 12pm Where: 5724 W Las Positas Blvd, Pleasanton, CA 94588 REGISTER http://seeke.rs/mccmarch Link for livestream: http://livestream.com/TheLighthouselive/events/4994885
3/26/2016 10:00:00 AM -07:00
0.0000SeekersHub Free Online Courses - Registration closes March 21
LEARN TO LIVE http://courses.seekershub.org/ Shaykh Faraz Rabbani says, "by gaining knowledge in the right way you are facilitating for yourself a path to eternal success and to the good pleasure of Allah". Registration on Monday for our FREE courses. Courses start on the 7th March. Places are limited, so register early. http://courses.seekershub.org/ Over 35+ courses in; Qur'anic Studies Prophetic Guidance Beliefs Arabic Spirituality Living Religion We also have 4 levels to chose from; G — General Interest 1 — Essentials 2 — Foundations 3 — Understanding Find out more on our Academy page: http://courses.seekershub.org/
3/21/2016 12:00:00 PM +00:00
0.0000FREE CLASS: Stories of the Prophets (peace be upon them) | Starts March 12th
Stories of the Prophets is a series of monthly talks that you and your children can attend together. This series covers the lives of the prophets mentioned in the Qur’an, starting with the prophet Adam (عليه السلام) and ending with the Beloved Messenger Muhammad ﷺ. For children, there is an engaging, participatory element to deepen their love and understanding of the prophets of God, and of the Qur’an.
3/12/2016 1:00:00 PM -05:00
0.0000The Revival in Forty Lessons
Registration is essential. Please register at bit.ly/revivalin40 Imam Ghazzali’s Ihya Ulūm ad-Dīn, The Revival of the Religious Sciences, is amongst the most important scholarly works about Islam – its Tradition, Laws, Belief and Spiritual Excellence. The magnum opus consists of 40 books, each requiring a formal study of its own, divided into four quarters. It is a masterpiece concerning human existence, from the cradle to grave, and beyond. The four quarters, comprising of 10 books each, are masterfully divided into the following themes: The First Quarter: On Worship (explaining Nature of Knowledge to Acts of Worship) The Second Quarter: On Customs and Practices (explaining of Ethics of Living) The Third Quarter: On Destructive Vices (explaining Human Nature and Diseases of the Heart) The Fourth Quarter: On Saving Virtues (explaining the Trodden Path to Salvation and Felicity) The Ihya is not only for the Muslim Believer, for all humanity, that if they learnt from it, they not only live an ethical life but also have a profound intellectual consciousness, and perhaps the light of Faith kindled. The Ihya is a book of revival of human consciousness and conscience of every generation; it is a collection of the legacy left by the Holy Messenger, Muhammad (upon whom be peace and blessings of God, The Exalted). Imam Ghazzali, in true fashion as the heir of such priceless knowledge preserved it and transmitted for us all to benefit from This entire series made of forty lessons, will cover each book in an abridged form, in order to provide a sound basis for the seeker of knowledge to commence a journey of seeking answers regarding the nature of our existence and where we are headed, and where we find true happiness. Join this series for an intellectual journey which will awaken one’s spirituality to the try nature of knowledge, and how it ought to be attained and utilised to journey to The Real, God Almighty Himself. Cost: Free. Donations are welcome Registration is essential. Please register at bit.ly/revivalin40 For further information please contact Angela Rodgers on 0411 304 504 or e-mail academydirector@alghazzali.org
3/12/2016 12:00:00 PM +11:00
0.0000The Immense Ocean
Registration is essential. Pleae register at bit.ly/immenseocean This program, taught by Imam Afroz Ali, focuses on understanding and reflecting on the verses of the Qur’an through the Science of Tafsir and based on the great commentaries on the Holy Qur’an. This monthly lecture series is an excellent program to reconnect to the Divine Revelation- the Holy Qur’an. The program is suitable for all seekers of Sacred Knowledge, new Muslims as well as people of other Faiths seeking to properly understand Islam and its Message. The program will draw primarily from ibn ‘Ajiba’s corpus work, Al-Bahr al-Madid (The Immense Ocean) for the remainder of the Chapters of the Qur’an. Al-Bahr al-Madid is the only traditional Qur’anic commentary in existence which gives both outward meanings as well as the spiritual significance for each verse of the Sacred Book. This highly detailed Tafsīr class is a continuation of previous classes to date, with the intent to complete the entire Qu'ran in the long term. Breakfast commences at 8:30am followed by class at 9:30am Cost: Free. Donations are welcome. Registration is essential. Pleae register at bit.ly/immenseocean For further information please contact Angela Rodgers on 0411 304 504 or e-mail academydirector@alghazzali.org
3/12/2016 8:30:00 AM +11:00
0.0000The 40 Paths to Paradise - Brand new free online course with Shaykh Abdurragmaan Khan
The 40 Paths to Paradise: A Prophetic Road Map to Eternal Success This course gives us clear and practical ways to bring the beautiful example of the Messenger of Allah (peace & blessings be upon him) into our lives. Join us as we learn about these practical pathways to Jannah. The course will be based on the work Tamam al-Minnah bibayan al-Khisal al-Mujibah li al-Jannah by the great Shaykh and Muhaddith, AbduLlah al-Gumari. In this course, Shaykh Abdurragmaan Khan, of Cape Town, South Africa, will explain these pathways to Jannah–and the Eternal Good Pleasure, Love, and Closeness to Allah–from the practical and inspiring guidance of the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him). #Register now for this #free online course: http://seekershub.org/home/courses/GEN125 About the teacher: http://seekershub.org/home/teachers/abdurragmaan-khan
3/7/2016 2:00:00 PM +11:00
0.0000SeekersHub Global Impact Meeting: Help Call to Allah w/ Shaykh Faraz
SeekersHub is in need of your help to spread the word about: (1) our online courses (opening Monday!), (2) the newly-launched Global Zakat Fund to support needy and deserving scholars and students of knowledge, and other important programs. Join us this Sunday for our "Global Impact Meeting: We need your help increase our social media presence and spread the benefit to all our families and friends. Whether you are clicking the ‘share’ button of facebook or telling your family about the next seminar at SeekersHub, the purpose of outreach is clear and urgent: to call people to Allah. Help us replace the darkness and confusion of our times with the shining light of prophetic guidance. WHEN: Sunday March 6th TIME: ON-GROUND in Toronto at 12:30pm (Lunch at 12:30pm, followed by meeting) ONLINE at 1:30pm EST Convert to your timezone: http://timeanddate.com/s/2ypa WHERE: ON-GROUND: 5650 Tomken Rd, Unit 10, Mississauga, ON, L4W 4P1 ONLINE: https://connectpro63899978.adobeconnect.com/_a994609433/seekershub/ {login as guest} WITH: Shaykh Faraz and Ustadh Amjad WHY: Shaykh Faraz briefly explains in the video below Have your laptop, mobile, or choice of electronic device with you to work with us in spreading the word and the light of prophetic guidance.
3/6/2016 1:30:00 PM -05:00
0.0000FREE Seminar: Refuting Radicalism - Identifying & Curing the Radical Mind
Register now for free: http://seekershub.org/toronto/refutingradicalism/ What are the roots of radical movements and extreme understandings of Islam? Why are these interpretations wrong? Habib Ali al-Jifri (in a powerful video message), Shaykh Hamdi Benaissa, and Shaykh Faraz Rabbani address these questions—and explain what are the underlying errors that lead to extremism; how mainstream Islam innoculates against such understanding; how to root our own understanding and practice of Islam, as individuals and communities in the beauty and balance of the Prophetic Way.
2/27/2016 1:00:00 PM -05:00
0.0000Halal Food Bank Appreciation Day
Welcome Back to the Al-Ghazzali Centre! Registration is essential. Please register at bit.ly/hfbappreciation Please join us for our first Halal Food Bank Appreciation Day. We would like to welcome you to the location where the boxes are put together, and provide everyone with information regarding the entire HFB process. It is our honour to hold an appreciation for all volunteers and organisations who put in so much work to make this project a success For further enquiries please e-mail hfbcoordinator@alghazzali.org or call Abby on 0418260288 Registration is essential. Please register at bit.ly/hfbappreciation
2/27/2016 2:00:00 PM +11:00
0.0000SeekersHub Toronto 2016 Classes Launch | Starts February 26th
SeekersHub Toronto aims to revive the tradition of students sitting with their teachers in person, so you can ask questions, seek clarity, and benefit from both their knowledge and their character. Registration is now open for our new free classes! Visit http://seekershub.org/toronto/classes/ for details.
2/26/2016 7:30:00 PM -05:00
0.0000Tribute to a Pioneer: Sam De Francesco
Registration is essential. Please register at http://bit.ly/agctribute Welcome Back to the Al-Ghazzali Centre! The main vision of Al-Ghazzali Centre from it's inception since 2001 was to build an institution of people with transformative benefit, by nurturing prophetic character into the servants of the Merciful. The very foundations of Al-Ghazzali Centre was established by people who lived this vision themselves. Sayyidi Sam De Francesco was one of these people. He was a pioneer, alongside Imam Afroz, in initiating programs such as Feeding the Homeless, Morning Invocations, Crescent Sighting, Cemetery Cleaning, and many more. It is programs such as these, and people such as sayyidi Sam that nurtured and gave life to the Al-Ghazzali Centre. Although sayyidi Sam has left this world and returned to his Lord, his spirit of servitude to God, The Exalted, through serving creation will continue to guide us in our journey to our own final return. The fruits of the seeds that he sowed as a companion of Imam Afroz Ali in the early days of Al-Ghazzali Centre will continue to benefit humanity until the end of time, to nurture an institution of people of transformative benefit to the ends of earth Please join us in a night of Remembrance, Reflections from those who knew him, and to collectively recite Yasin and Du’a for him, followed by dinner. For further enquiries please contact Omar Amin on 0437333010 or via e-mail at info@alghazzali.org Registration is essential. Please register at http://bit.ly/agctribute
2/21/2016 7:00:00 PM +11:00
0.0000Living Right Series - The Ethics of Finance, Earning & Living
Registration is essential. Please register at bit.ly/financesyd Welcome Back to the Al-Ghazzali Centre! LIVING RIGHT SERIES Ethics of Finance, Earning & Living This 2-day seminar is part of Al-Ghazzali Centre’s Living Right Series, which provides practical counsel and advice on how to live ethically in accordance with Prophetic Example as best we can in this day and age. This Short Course is based on the classical manual from Imam Ghazzali’s Ihya, titled “The Ethics Earning & Living", as well as Imam Shaybani’s text of the similar title on Ethical Earning. This course will help the student to understand and apply principles to their daily lives regarding: - The purpose of earning in this world - The need to engage with and own worldly wealth, yet not be owned by it - The moral obligation for ethical acquiring of wealth and property, and how illicit and suspicious possession of wealth brings physical and metaphysical harm - The realisation of concepts like ‘Isrāf’, ‘Insāf’ and ‘Ihsān’ in context with finance, earning and living - The eschatological objectives (the reality of the Afterworld) of livelihood at a personal level of earning and societal level of economics. The course, taught by Imam Afroz Ali, is suitable for everyone interested to raise their standards of ethical living as an important part of this life and the Afterlife where we will be taken to account for our personal and social affairs, well as for those interested in contributing to higher ethical standards in micro and macro-economics. DATE: 20 - 21February TIME: 10am - 5pm VENUE: Al-Ghazzali Centre, 299 Belmore Rd Riverwood For further enquiries please contact Angela Rodgers on 0411304504 or e-mail academydirector@alghazzali.org Registration is essential. Please register at bit.ly/financesyd
2/21/2016 12:00:00 AM +11:00
0.0000Study Circle: Lives of Man
Lives of Man A 10- week Study Circle Facilitated by Al- Ghazzali Centre Sydney A Globally Accessible Program Date: Commencing Friday 15th January, 2016 Time: 7:30pm Location: Al-Ghazzali Centre Sydney [next lined tabbed in] 299 Belmore Road, Riverwood CLICK HERE bit.ly/livesofman to register. For course and global community location enquirers, email academydirector@alghazzali.org Al-Ghazzali Centre returns to its pioneering Study Circles, with Imam al-Haddad's 'Lives of Man', telecast to communities to the ends of the earth. The Study Circle returns to its original format with detailed notes and ample time for questions answered from anywhere in the world. This Circle will be taught by Imam Afroz Ali. 'Lives of Man' is a short and concise treatise on understanding the nature of our true existence, by explaining what occurs in the following stages of our lives: Primordial existence Embryonic existence Living this life Death and the grave Day of judgment Abode of Paradise or Hell This 10-week Study Circle will guide us on how to live this life by understanding our primordial existence and nature, thus leading to Divine Acceptance and Paradisial Abode. CLICK HERE bit.ly/livesofman to register.
2/5/2016 8:30:00 AM +00:00
0.0000FREE seminar: Why Allah? - Belief In God In An Age Of Doubt
Register for this FREE seminar now: http://seekershub.org/toronto/whyallah/ About the Focus On Seminar Series Looking for clarity and direction in all aspects of your life? SeekersHub Toronto is responding to your needs. In a time of increased confusion and doubts about faith, the Focus On Seminar Series offers you clear and practical ways to transform yourself, your families, and society at large. This seminar: Why Allah? Belief In God In An Age Of Doubt Speakers: Shaykh Faraz Rabbani and Ustadh Amjad Tarsin Date: January 30th, 2016 Time: 1-5 PM EST Location: SeekersHub Toronto, 5650 Tomken Road, Unit 10
1/30/2016 1:00:00 PM -05:00
0.0000Summer Intensive 2016
Registration is essential. Please register at http://bit.ly/agcintensive INTRODUCTION Al-Ghazzali Centre Sydney invites you to its 2nd annual 5-day Summer Intensive, covering the subjects of Islam, Iman and Ihsan. THE NEED In the midst of the religious confusion and anti-religious rhetoric through the rise of anti-religious secularism, Muslims are torn between the extremes of liberalism and religious literalism. Thus, a holistic understanding of the message of God, Almighty, as exemplified by His Beloved Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, is crucial in traversing through this treacherous world. COURSE CONTENT Throughout the 5 days and evenings, each teacher will cover from a classical text from within Ahl al-Sunnah wal-Jama’ tradition and orthodoxy, subjects relating to: Islam (Fiqh/Islamic Law), covered by Ustadh Imran Angullia Iman (Aqida/Theology), covered by Imam Afroz Ali Ihsan (Tasawwuf/Moral Spirituality), covered by Shaykh Muhammad Mendes For further enquiries please contact Angela Rodgers at 0411 304 504 or e-mail academydirector@alghazzali.org Registration is essential. Please register at http://bit.ly/agcintensive
1/26/2016 12:00:00 AM +11:00
0.0000Revival of Classics: Blemishes of the Soul and Its Cures
Continues from 2015...... What is Revival of Classics? The sciences of Islam contain gems of knowledge for the benefit of humanity, and are contained in the classical literature of various genre. One of the most important genre of knowledge, and the multitude of texts that preserve it, is spiritual knowledge which teaches the path to altruistic and virtuous living, transcendent of materialistic and self-centered lifestyle. CLASSICS are a weekly Study Circle to learn the pearls of wisdom, over a short 10-12 weeks for each such text. Curent Text of Study - Blemishes of the Soul & Its Cures The current text taught by Imam Afroz Ali is Abu ʿAbd al-Rahmān al-Sulamī’s ʿUyūb al-Nafs wa Adwiyātuhā (Blemishes of the Soul and Its Cures). Imam Sulami was born in Nishapur and preceded Imam Ghazzali by some 30 years. They both studied in Nishapur as well, and Imam Ghazzali often quotes the counsel and content of Imam Sulami . Imam Sulami was a Shafi’i jurist as well, and nurtured students like Imam Bayhaqi and Imam Qushayri. Imams Subj, Abu Nu’aym and Baghdadi all provide detailed endorsement of Imam Sulami’s scholarship in the sciences of Fiqh, Hadith and Tasawwuf. The current text is one of the earliest yet concise text on the knowledge of the human ego that causes the individual to diverge from the path of virtue. From the diseases of the soul, of procrastination, undeserved expectations, self-aggrandisement, greed and discontent, Imam Sulami in this text provides explanation of how to identify them in our selves, but also how to cure ourselves (and also prevent them from affecting us in the first place) from such infamy. Over 12 weeks, Imam Afroz Ali will take the students on a journey to know themselves better; to identify our pitfalls and how to heal ourselves from such falls and reorient ourselves on the path to virtue. For further enquiries please contact Angela Rodgers on 0411 304 504 or via e-mail at academydirector@alghazzali.org
1/21/2016 7:30:00 PM +11:00
0.0000REVIVING THE GHAZZALIAN MODEL - Returning to the Roots with Shaykh Walead Mosaad
Registration is essential. Please register at http://bit.ly/ghazzalian Welcome Back to the Al-Ghazzali Centre! Misconceptions and ignorance are the greatest obstacles to the light of true knowledge reaching the human soul. In today’s day and age where religion is claimed to be a force of harm, a revival of an authentic narrative that Religion matters and Islam is a positive force for humanity is much needed. Such a revival does not need new ideas, but a return to the wisdoms of the masters from the classical times. And no better a master practitioner and teacher of the Islamic Sciences than Imam Ghazzali that did and can transform human lives filled with peace and safety, meaning and purpose. Al-Ghazzali Centre is hosting Shaykh Walead Mosaad, who will discuss the importance of learning from the works of the scholar given the title, Proof of Islam, Imam Ghazzali Al-Ghazzali Centre thanks Lebanese Moslem Association for facilitating this visit to Sydney by Shaykh Walead Mosaad. Dinner will be served afterwards. Everyone is welcome. All our events at Al-Ghazzali Centre are FREE. Our efforts are powered by your generosity. Registration is essential. Please register at http://bit.ly/ghazzalian
1/16/2016 7:30:00 PM +11:00
0.0000The Revival in Forty Lessons
Please register at http://seekers.nationbuilder.com/revival Imam Ghazzali’s Ihya Ulūm ad-Dīn, The Revival of the Religious Sciences, is amongst the most important scholarly works about Islam – its Tradition, Laws, Belief and Spiritual Excellence. The magnum opus consists of 40 books, each requiring a formal study of its own, divided into four quarters. It is a masterpiece concerning human existence, from the cradle to grave, and beyond. The four quarters, comprising of 10 books each, are masterfully divided into the following themes: The First Quarter: On Worship (explaining Nature of Knowledge to Acts of Worship) The Second Quarter: On Customs and Practices (explaining of Ethics of Living) The Third Quarter: On Destructive Vices (explaining Human Nature and Diseases of the Heart) The Fourth Quarter: On Saving Virtues (explaining the Trodden Path to Salvation and Felicity) The Ihya is not only for the Muslim Believer, for all humanity, that if they learnt from it, they not only live an ethical life but also have a profound intellectual consciousness, and perhaps the light of Faith kindled. The Ihya is a book of revival of human consciousness and conscience of every generation; it is a collection of the legacy left by the Holy Messenger, Muhammad (upon whom be peace and blessings of God, The Exalted). Imam Ghazzali, in true fashion as the heir of such priceless knowledge preserved it and transmitted for us all to benefit from This entire series made of forty lessons, will cover each book in an abridged form, in order to provide a sound basis for the seeker of knowledge to commence a journey of seeking answers regarding the nature of our existence and where we are headed, and where we find true happiness. Join this series for an intellectual journey which will awaken one’s spirituality to the try nature of knowledge, and how it ought to be attained and utilised to journey to The Real, God Almighty Himself. Cost is free. Donations are welcome. This is part of SeekersHub’s Knowledge without Barriers initiative Please register at http://seekers.nationbuilder.com/revival For further information please contact Angela Rodgers on 0411 304 504 or e-mail academydirector@alghazzali.org
1/9/2016 12:00:00 PM +11:00
0.0000The Immense Ocean
Register: http://seekers.nationbuilder.com/immense This program, taught by Imam Afroz Ali, focuses on understanding and reflecting on the verses of the Qur’an through the Science of Tafsir and based on the great commentaries on the Holy Qur’an. This monthly lecture series is an excellent program to reconnect to the Divine Revelation- the Holy Qur’an. The program is suitable for all seekers of Sacred Knowledge, new Muslims as well as people of other Faiths seeking to properly understand Islam and its Message. The program will draw primarily from ibn ‘Ajiba’s corpus work, Al-Bahr al-Madid (The Immense Ocean) for the remainder of the Chapters of the Qur’an. Al-Bahr al-Madid is the only traditional Qur’anic commentary in existence which gives both outward meanings as well as the spiritual significance for each verse of the Sacred Book. This highly detailed Tafsīr class is a continuation of previous classes to date, with the intent to complete the entire Qu'ran in the long term. Breakfast commences at 8:30am followed by class at 9:30am Cost is free. Donations are welcome. This is part of SeekersHub’s Knowledge without Barriers initiative. Register: http://seekers.nationbuilder.com/immense For further information please contact Angela Rodgers on 0411 304 504 or e-mail academydirector@alghazzali.org
1/9/2016 8:30:00 AM +11:00
0.0000SeekersClassics: Blemishes of the Soul and Its Cures
WHAT IS SeekersCLASSICS The sciences of Islam contain gems of knowledge for the benefit of humanity, and are contained in the classical literature of various genre. One of the most important genre of knowledge, and the multitude of texts that preserve it, is spiritual knowledge which teaches the path to altruistic and virtuous living, transcendent of materialistic and self-centered lifestyle. SeekersCLASSICS are a weekly Study Circle to learn the pearls of wisdom, over a short 10-12 weeks for each such text. CURRENT TEXT OF STUDY - Blemishes of the Soul & Its Cures The current text taught by Imam Afroz Ali is Abu ʿAbd al-Rahmān al-Sulamī’s ʿUyūb al-Nafs wa Adwiyātuhā (Blemishes of the Soul and Its Cures). Imam Sulami was born in Nishapur and preceded Imam Ghazzali by some 30 years. They both studied in Nishapur as well, and Imam Ghazzali often quotes the counsel and content of Imam Sulami . Imam Sulami was a Shafi’i jurist as well, and nurtured students like Imam Bayhaqi and Imam Qushayri. Imams Subj, Abu Nu’aym and Baghdadi all provide detailed endorsement of Imam Sulami’s scholarship in the sciences of Fiqh, Hadith and Tasawwuf. The current text is one of the earliest yet concise text on the knowledge of the human ego that causes the individual to diverge from the path of virtue. From the diseases of the soul, of procrastination, undeserved expectations, self-aggrandisement, greed and discontent, Imam Sulami in this text provides explanation of how to identify them in our selves, but also how to cure ourselves (and also prevent them from affecting us in the first place) from such infamy. Over 12 weeks, Imam Afroz Ali will take the students on a journey to know themselves better; to identify our pitfalls and how to heal ourselves from such falls and reorient ourselves on the path to virtue. Please register at: http://seekershub.org/sydney/event/classics/
12/31/2015 12:00:00 AM +11:00
0.0000Registration extended! SeekersHub Free Online Courses - Term 4, 2015
Registration NOW OPEN! The time to improve your relationship with Allah, and improve your knowledge of our beautiful religion is now! Shaykh Faraz Rabbani says, "by gaining knowledge in the right way you are facilitating for yourself a path to eternal success and to the good pleasure of Allah". Registration is now open for our FREE courses. Courses start on the 16th November. Places are limited, so don't delay. http://courses.seekershub.org/ Over 20+ courses in; Qur'anic Studies Prophetic Guidance Beliefs Arabic Spirituality Living Religion We also have 4 levels to chose from; G — General Interest 1 — Essentials 2 — Foundations 3 — Understanding Find out more on our Academy page: http://courses.seekershub.org/
12/10/2015 12:00:00 AM +11:00
0.0000Knowing Yourself to Know God
Registration is essential. Please register at http://seekers.nationbuilder.com/temperaments Transform Your Character By Learning About Your Temperament “We shall show them Our signs in the world and within themselves, that the truth may be manifest to them.” The Qur’an. “He who knows himself knows his Lord.” – Statement from the Salaf This ground-breaking workshop exploring our journey to God, with Imam Afroz Ali, is being facilitated again due to strong request for it to be rerun. The workshop is a journey exploring how our food, environment, and personality affect our character and thus our relationship with others, and ultimately, God. Through such an understanding of ourselves, we may better map our efforts to draw nearer to God by manifesting the Prophetic call to excellence in character. Topics that will be covered include: Your body – the food we eat and our environment and how they affect our potential Your mind – our behaviour and conduct, in particular our outward persona Your soul- our inner and true character and our true self This is a very practical seminar to help you find out about your personality and behaviour, and how to internalise virtuous character. This event is Free. Donations welcome. This workshop is part of SeekersHub’s Knowledge without Barriers initiative For further enquiries please contact Angela Rogers on 0411 304 504 or via e-mail at academydirector@alghazzali.org Registration is essential. Please register at http://seekers.nationbuilder.com/temperaments
12/6/2015 12:00:00 AM +11:00
0.0000Reflections On the Modern Condition (Summer)
Registration is essential. Please register at http://seekers.nationbuilder.com/reflections_summer/ SUMMER SESSION, 2015: The Virtuous Age of Youth With Imam Afroz Ali and Imam Mogammad Amien Ahmed WHAT THE QUARTERLY COUNSELS ARE The world is full of dilemmas, and many seek clarity amidst much confusion, distinguish fact from fiction and identify propositions for solution to live ethically and to contribute constructively amidst global crises. Such solutions must be theologically sound. They must answer ontological and epistemological reality of existence and being, based on Divine Revelation and Prophetic Advice, as articulated by rightly guided scholars of sacred and material sciences. These Quarterly reflections will delve into the deeply troubling trends human society is imposing upon itself, and offer practical counsel for the seekers of guidance on how to live ethically in the midst of an ever-increasing God-absent world. WHEN WE WILL MEET SeekersHub Sydney will host such a public gathering quarterly, on the 1st Saturday of the 1st month of each season commencing at 7pm. Check the exact dates and do register below to receive upto date information on specific topics of the Quarter. GET INVOLVED! Each of the quarterly session is sponsored by a family, providing dinner in generous charity to all attendees. After the scholarly presentations, Surah Yasin will be recited and supplication made seeking the Mercy of Allah for the wellbeing of the sponsoring family. Your sponsoring such an event will facilitate Knowledge Without Barriers, ongoing charity that benefits others and supplication to Allah made for you and your family; all three that benefit even the deceased. Please email sydney@seekershub.org if you are interested in sponsoring this event. For further enquiries please contact Angela Rodgers on 0411 304 504 or via e-mail at academydirector@alghazzali.org Registration is essential. Please register at http://seekers.nationbuilder.com/reflections_summer/
12/5/2015 7:00:00 PM +11:00
0.0000Love Matters: An Inter-religious dialogue from the poetry of Mevlana Rumi & William Blake
Registration is essential. Please register at http://seekers.nationbuilder.com/lovematters Sponsored by SeekersHub, ACU and SLA (The Sacred in Literature and the Arts) This interfaith event facilitated by SeekersHub Sydney with Australian Catholic University, is a forum to discuss, through the poetry of Islam’s and Christianity’s two key scholars, the foundational call to love, compassion and one humanity. The vision and poetry of Mevlana Rumi will be discussed comparatively with the interfaith vision of Christian poet William Blake. Ustadh Feraidoon Mojadedi will discuss the writings of Mevlana Rumi and Associate Professor at Australian Catholic University, Michael Griffith will discuss the writings of William Blake, followed by a conversation, questions and answers with the audience, with the hope that all attending return to their homes enlightened and aspiring to live a life of compassion for others. Location: Australian Catholic University, 25A Barker Road Strathfield NSW 2135 Cost: Free. Donations welcome. This workshop is part of SeekersHub’s Knowledge without Barriers initiative For further enquiries please contact Angela Rodgers on 0411 304 504 or via e-mail at academydirector@alghazzali.org Registration is essential. Please register at http://seekers.nationbuilder.com/lovematters
12/1/2015 3:30:00 PM +11:00
0.0000Paris to Sydney: Prophetic Counsel on Dealing with Difficult Times
RSVP by ticket purchase: http://trybooking.com/JUPY SeekersConversations in partnership with Islamic Help Australia present: This night will be an opportunity to discuss contemporary events and our speakers will advise us on how to heal as a community during difficult times. There will also be an opportunity for the audience to ask questions. Speakers: Ustadh Feriadoon Mojadedi (California, USA) Imam Afroz Ali (Sydney, Australia) Please Note: we will not turn anyone away due to lack of funds. $20pp, including dinner TICKETS: http://trybooking.com/JUPY INFO: http://seekershub.org/sydney/event/sundaycounsel
11/29/2015 7:30:00 PM +11:00
0.0000Rumi and Divine Love
Registration is essential. Please register at http://seekers.nationbuilder.com/divine_love Join us for a full day seminar with Ustadh Feraidoon Mojadedi, on the teachings of Mevlana Rumi. He was a scholar of the sacred sciences, being a jurist and a theologian, and most famously known for his poetry which outpours with Love for the Divine. Ustadh Feraidoon will explore Rumi’s works, in particular his Methnevi, and provide expert commentary on how the meaning applies to us all as counsel for our spiritual purification towards our sincere love for the Divine, and The Divine’s Love for us all Cost: Free. Donations Welcome This workshop is part of SeekersHub’s Knowledge without Barriers initiative Registration is essential. Please register at http://seekers.nationbuilder.com/divine_love For further enquiries please call Angela Rodgers on 0411 304 504 or via e-mail at academydirector@alghazzali.org
11/28/2015 9:00:00 AM +11:00
0.0000Death & Dying
Seminar: Death & Dying: Clear Spiritual and Practical Advice to Prepare for the End of Life at SeekersHub Toronto on November 21st, 1-5 PM. The Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace) reminds us to remember death often, and to prepare for it well. In this relevant, much-needed session, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani will share clear and practical guidance for being prepared for death and its consequences. He will be accompanied by Shaykh Ramzy Ajem, who will shed light on the spiritual dimensions of death and and the Afterlife. An exclusive video presentation from Habib Hussein as-Saqqaf will highlight the importance of remembering death, and the implications of its readiness in the Believer's life. Register for this #FREE seminar at, http://seekershub.org/toronto/endoflife/ SeekersHub Toronto 5650 Tomken Rd, Unit 10, Mississauga, ON, L4W 4P1
11/21/2015 1:00:00 PM -05:00
0.0000The Revival in Forty Lessons
Please register at http://sydney.seekershub.org/event/the-revival-in-forty-lessons/ Imam Ghazzali’s Ihya Ulūm ad-Dīn, The Revival of the Religious Sciences, is amongst the most important scholarly works about Islam – its Tradition, Laws, Belief and Spiritual Excellence. The magnum opus consists of 40 books, each requiring a formal study of its own, divided into four quarters. It is a masterpiece concerning human existence, from the cradle to grave, and beyond. The four quarters, comprising of 10 books each, are masterfully divided into the following themes: The First Quarter: On Worship (explaining Nature of Knowledge to Acts of Worship) The Second Quarter: On Customs and Practices (explaining of Ethics of Living) The Third Quarter: On Destructive Vices (explaining Human Nature and Diseases of the Heart) The Fourth Quarter: On Saving Virtues (explaining the Trodden Path to Salvation and Felicity) The Ihya is not only for the Muslim Believer, for all humanity, that if they learnt from it, they not only live an ethical life but also have a profound intellectual consciousness, and perhaps the light of Faith kindled. The Ihya is a book of revival of human consciousness and conscience of every generation; it is a collection of the legacy left by the Holy Messenger, Muhammad (upon whom be peace and blessings of God, The Exalted). Imam Ghazzali, in true fashion as the heir of such priceless knowledge preserved it and transmitted for us all to benefit from This entire series made of forty lessons, will cover each book in an abridged form, in order to provide a sound basis for the seeker of knowledge to commence a journey of seeking answers regarding the nature of our existence and where we are headed, and where we find true happiness. Join this series for an intellectual journey which will awaken one’s spirituality to the try nature of knowledge, and how it ought to be attained and utilised to journey to The Real, God Almighty Himself. Cost is free. Donations are welcome. This is part of SeekersHub’s Knowledge without Barriers initiative Please register at http://sydney.seekershub.org/event/the-revival-in-forty-lessons/ For further information please contact Angela Rodgers on 0411 304 504 or e-mail academydirector@alghazzali.org
11/14/2015 12:00:00 PM +11:00
0.0000The Immense Ocean
Please register at http://seekershub.org/sydney/event/immense-ocean/ This program, taught by Imam Afroz Ali, focuses on understanding and reflecting on the verses of the Qur’an through the Science of Tafsir and based on the great commentaries on the Holy Qur’an. This monthly lecture series is an excellent program to reconnect to the Divine Revelation- the Holy Qur’an. The program is suitable for all seekers of Sacred Knowledge, new Muslims as well as people of other Faiths seeking to properly understand Islam and its Message. The program will draw primarily from ibn ‘Ajiba’s corpus work, Al-Bahr al-Madid (The Immense Ocean) for the remainder of the Chapters of the Qur’an. Al-Bahr al-Madid is the only traditional Qur’anic commentary in existence which gives both outward meanings as well as the spiritual significance for each verse of the Sacred Book. This highly detailed Tafsīr class is a continuation of previous classes to date, with the intent to complete the entire Qu'ran in the long term. The classes are only telecast to SeekersPoints - please contact your local SeekersPoint for further information. Breakfast commences at 8:30am followed by class at 9:30am Cost is free. Donations are welcome. This is part of SeekersHub’s Knowledge without Barriers initiative. Please register at http://seekershub.org/sydney/event/immense-ocean/ For further information please contact Angela Rodgers on 0411 304 504 or e-mail academydirector@alghazzali.org
11/14/2015 8:30:00 AM +11:00
0.0000Orientation to the Divine
Science of Astronomy & Fiqh of Prayer Times and Direction Taught by Imam Afroz Ali “1 out of 3 times, digital compasses on a smartphone fails to provide reasonably accurate direction, which more and more Muslims rely on to determine the direction of prayer.” Join us us over two weekends, to learn about the natural signs created by The Divine which aids us to orient ourselves to Him, God The Almighty The Wise. Knowing the direction and times of prayer is a personal obligation. This includes one’s informed ability to know them during travel when one is at a location not familiar to them. It is the position of the sun which establishes the arrival of each of the five prayer times. Furthermore, The Compassionate God has positioned the sun, the moon and the stars such that they represent Divinely ordained times. This practical workshop will empower you with the requisite knowledge to determine the direction and times of any of the five prayers with confidence and accuracy without the need for equipment which can often fail Registration is essential. Please register at http://seekers.nationbuilder.com/astronomy/ Cost: Free. Donations welcome. This workshop is part of SeekersHub’s Knowledge without Barriers initiative. For further enquiries please contact Angela Rodgers on 0411 304 504 or via e-mail at academydirector@alghazzali.org
11/8/2015 12:00:00 AM +11:00
0.0000Azhar Usman at SeekersHub Toronto Annual Benefit - Spread Light: Prophetic Light for Troubling Times
SeekersHub Toronto is moving to a new location just a few units down to expand the range, reach, and impact of our educational and community programming. On November 1st, support our new centre by attending the Annual Benefit Luncheon with Azhar Usman, and invite your friends to do the same. Luncheon details: Date & Time: Sunday, November 1st 2015 at 11:30 AM (Doors open at 11 AM) Location: Candles Banquet Hall, 1224 Dundas Street East, Mississauga, ON L4Y 4A2 For tickets: seekershub.org/toronto/spreadlight/ Remember: your support will allow SeekersHub Hub Toronto to: 1. Move to a larger location; 2. Expand our SeekersHub Toronto team; 3. Expand the range, reach, and impact of our educational and community programming; 4. Formally launch our full-time Seminary Program - nurturing the next generation of scholars and teachers. Speakers: AZHAR USMAN and Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Azhar Usman is a Chicago-based standup comedian, actor, writer, and producer. He has been named one of the 500 Most Influential Muslims in the World by Georgetown University. Azhar Usman has opened for standup icon, Dave Chappelle, over 40 times. As the co-founder of the international comedy showcase "Allah Made Me Funny-The Official Muslim Comedy Tour," he has toured over 20 countries on five continents. His comedy has been profiled by numerous major world media outlets including The New York Times, The Economist, BBC, The Guardian, NPR, TIME Magazine and Al-Jazeera and USA Today. Listen to Azhar Usman's interview on the Diffused Congruence podcast: www.huffingtonpost.com/zaki-hasan/diffused-congruence-podcast_b_6538356.html Shaykh Faraz Rabbani | Scholar in residence at SeekersHub Toronto Shaykh Faraz Rabbani is Founder, Executive Director, and Senior Instructor at SeekersHub Global and SeekersHub Toronto. He studied in Damascus and Amman for ten years with leading scholars such as Shaykh Nuh Keller, Shaykh Hassaan al-Hindi, and Shaykh Adib Kallas. He founded SeekersHub Global in 2008, and in 2012, he was named amongst the 500 most influential Muslims in the world.
11/1/2015 11:00:00 AM -05:00
0.0000Arabic Readers: Beginners Level 2
Level 2 – A 10 week course open to brothers and sisters This class is ideal for those who have completed ArabicReaders Beginners or a similar course who can now read Arabic text but can only do so very slowly that require more practice with a teacher to help them correct mistakes to gradually build up their reading speed. The practice will be by reading Juz Amma (the last Juz in the Quran). August 23 @ 12:00 pm - November 1 @ 2:00 pm
11/1/2015 12:00:00 AM +00:00
0.0000Prophetic Counsel by Imam Al Haddad
The Book of Assistance is a practical guide, a classical text greatly relevant today for every Muslim seeking practical and an ethical life based on Prophetic example. This text, taught over five intensive evenings by one of his own descendants – Habib Abdul Rahman al-Haddad – provides guidance for the firming of one’s faith and attaining certainty in one’s spiritual path to meet their Lord. The Author The author – Imam Abdallah Ibn-Alawi al-Haddad – lived in Tarim in the Hadramaut valley of Yemen, and is widely accepted to have been the ‘renewer’ mentioned by the Messenger of God, of the 12th Islamic century. A direct descendant of the Prophet, his sanctity and experiential gnosis of God are clearly reflected in his writings, which include several books, a collection of letters, and a volume of spiritual poetry. He spent most of his life in Kenya and Saudi Arabia where he taught Islamic jurisprudence of the Shafi’i school and Tasawwuf. The Teacher Habib Abdul Rahman bin Isa al-Haddad is from Yemeni descent, a descendant of the Messenger of God, Muhammad (upon whom be peace and blessings of God) through the lineage of the erudite scholar and author of this text to be studied, Imam al-Haddad. Based in Kuala Lumpur, Habib Abdul Rahman al-Haddad is amongst the founding trustees of Amanah Hawi al-Khairat which preserves and promotes the works of Imam al-Haddad to nurture a society built on knowledge, love and virtue. He is amongst the primary points of contact in South East Asia with some of the most erudite scholars from Yemen and from whom he has had the honour to study under, currently teaching in Malaysia the Sacred Sciences primarily from Imam al-Haddad’s works and focussing on the youth Cost: Free, Donations are welcome. This workshop is part of SeekersHub’s Knowledge without Barriers initiative REGISTRATION IS ESSENTIAL Please register at http://seekers.nationbuilder.com/prophetic_counsel/ For further enquires please contact Angela Rodgers on 0411 304 504 or e-mail academydirector@alghazzali.org
10/27/2015 12:00:00 AM +11:00
0.0000SeekersConversation: The Hadhrami Travelogue
A SeekersConversation with Habib Abdul Rahman Al-Haddad Join us on a unique SeekersConversation, exploring a part of the world and scholars attached to this land who have two noble qualities: ◾Unbroken blood lineage to the Messenger Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him ◾Unbroken scholarly lineage to the Messenger, authorised to transmit Sacred Knowledge A conversation with Habib Abdul Rahman al-Haddad and Imam Afroz Ali followed by discussion with the audience, this Conversation will educate us of the land of Hadramawt in Yemen, and the authentic and traditional knowledge connected to the Prophetic Way, which is much in need of revival in the modern times, as well as the preservation and transmission of such knowledge that has touched and transformed people all over the world. Habib Abdul Rahman al-Haddad Habib Abdul Rahman bin Isa al-Haddad is from Yemeni descent, a descendant of the Messenger of God, Muhammad (upon whom be peace and blessings of God) through the lineage of the erudite scholar and author of this text to be studied, Imam al-Haddad. Based in Kuala Lumpur, Habib Abdul Rahman al-Haddad is amongst the founding trustees of Amanah Hawi al-Khairat which preserves and promotes the works of Imam al-Haddad to nurture a society built on knowledge, love and virtue. He is amongst the primary points of contact in South East Asia with some of the most erudite scholars from Yemen and from whom he has had the honour to study under, currently teaching in Malaysia the Sacred Sciences primarily from Imam al-Haddad’s works and focussing on the youth. Imam Afroz Ali Imam Afroz Ali is the scholar in-residence at SeekersHub Sydney, and is the Managing Director of SeekersHub Global. His teachings in the sciences of law, theology and spirituality provides a balanced and holistic pathway for spiritually virtuous living. Goto http://seekershub.org/sydney/scholars/ to read more REGISTRATION IS ESSENTIAL Please register at http://seekers.nationbuilder.com/hadhrami/ Cost: Free, donations welcome. This workshop is part of SeekersHub’s Knowledge without Barriers initiative For further enquiries please contact Angela Rodgers on 0411304504 or e-mail academydirector@alghazzali.org
10/24/2015 7:30:00 PM +11:00
0.0000SeekersCircle: The Complete Counsel - Understanding the Hadith: “Religion is Sincere Concern”
The Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him) said that “Religion is sincere concern.” (al-dinu’n nasiha). In just two words, he summarized the reality and essence of religion—and then gave its expression when asked, “To whom?” by saying, “To Allah; to His Book; to His Messenger; to the leaders of Muslims; and for the common person.” [Tirmidhi] Shaykh Faraz explains this hadith on the reality of religion using the brilliant work of Imam Zarruq, “The Sufficient Counsel” (al-Nasiha al-Kafiya), as well as other classical works from across the Islamic sciences. SeekersCircles are free telecast courses provided to registered study-circles across the world. Visit the SeekersCircles website for more information about SeekersCircles and how to bring one to your local community. Please Register at http://seekershub.org/sydney/event/completecounsel/
10/23/2015 12:00:00 AM +10:00
0.0000Morning Invocations
October Reflection and Reconnection SeekersHub Sydney welcomes you all to our next Morning Invocations! Join us this Spring – with a reflection of the beauty and early morning calm of Watsons Bay. With the opportunity to recharge by the water, come together with your brothers and sisters to experience sunrise by the water. After praying Fajr together and a morning filled with remembrance of the Divine, enjoy a light breakfast as the day is welcomed by the warm rays of the sun. During the warmer months, Morning Invocations will be a regular event. We look forward to seeing you there. In the interests of community spirit, please bring food and rugs to share! REGISTRATION IS ESSENTIAL. Please register at http://seekers.nationbuilder.com/mi_sydney For further enquiries please contact Omar Amin on 0437333010 or e-mail info@alghazzali.org
10/18/2015 5:15:00 AM +11:00
0.0000The Revival in Forty Lessons
Imam Ghazzali’s Ihya Ulūm ad-Dīn, The Revival of the Religious Sciences, is amongst the most important scholarly works about Islam – its Tradition, Laws, Belief and Spiritual Excellence. The magnum opus consists of 40 books, each requiring a formal study of its own, divided into four quarters. It is a masterpiece concerning human existence, from the cradle to grave, and beyond. The four quarters, comprising of 10 books each, are masterfully divided into the following themes: The First Quarter: On Worship (explaining Nature of Knowledge to Acts of Worship) The Second Quarter: On Customs and Practices (explaining of Ethics of Living) The Third Quarter: On Destructive Vices (explaining Human Nature and Diseases of the Heart) The Fourth Quarter: On Saving Virtues (explaining the Trodden Path to Salvation and Felicity) The Ihya is not only for the Muslim Believer, for all humanity, that if they learnt from it, they not only live an ethical life but also have a profound intellectual consciousness, and perhaps the light of Faith kindled. The Ihya is a book of revival of human consciousness and conscience of every generation; it is a collection of the legacy left by the Holy Messenger, Muhammad (upon whom be peace and blessings of God, The Exalted). Imam Ghazzali, in true fashion as the heir of such priceless knowledge preserved it and transmitted for us all to benefit from This entire series made of forty lessons, will cover each book in an abridged form, in order to provide a sound basis for the seeker of knowledge to commence a journey of seeking answers regarding the nature of our existence and where we are headed, and where we find true happiness. Join this series for an intellectual journey which will awaken one’s spirituality to the try nature of knowledge, and how it ought to be attained and utilised to journey to The Real, God Almighty Himself. Cost is free. Donations are welcome. This is part of SeekersHub’s Knowledge without Barriers initiative Please register at http://sydney.seekershub.org/event/the-revival-in-forty-lessons/ For further information please contact Angela Rodgers on 0411 304 504 or e-mail academydirector@alghazzali.org
10/10/2015 12:00:00 PM +11:00
0.0000The Immense Ocean
This program, taught by Imam Afroz Ali, focuses on understanding and reflecting on the verses of the Qur’an through the Science of Tafsir and based on the great commentaries on the Holy Qur’an. This monthly lecture series is an excellent program to reconnect to the Divine Revelation- the Holy Qur’an. The program is suitable for all seekers of Sacred Knowledge, new Muslims as well as people of other Faiths seeking to properly understand Islam and its Message. The program will draw primarily from ibn ‘Ajiba’s corpus work, Al-Bahr al-Madid (The Immense Ocean) for the remainder of the Chapters of the Qur’an. Al-Bahr al-Madid is the only traditional Qur’anic commentary in existence which gives both outward meanings as well as the spiritual significance for each verse of the Sacred Book. This highly detailed Tafsīr class is a continuation of previous classes to date, with the intent to complete the entire Qu'ran in the long term. The classes are only telecast to SeekersPoints - please contact your local SeekersPoint for further information. Breakfast commences at 8:30am followed by class at 9:30am Cost is free. Donations are welcome. This is part of SeekersHub’s Knowledge without Barriers initiative. Please register at http://seekershub.org/sydney/event/immense-ocean/ For further information please contact Angela Rodgers on 0411 304 504 or e-mail academydirector@alghazzali.org
10/10/2015 8:30:00 AM +11:00
0.0000SeekersConversations – Muhammad: Legacy of a Prophet
SeekersConversations – Muhammad: Legacy of a Prophet – Film Documentary, followed by Discussion Forum “Muhammad: Legacy of a Prophet” tells the story of the seventh century prophet who changed world history in 23 years, and continues to shape the lives of more than 1.2 billion people. The film takes viewers not only to ancient Middle Eastern sites where Prophet Muhammad’s story unfolds, but into the homes, mosques and workplaces of some of America’s estimated seven million Muslim to discover the many ways in which they follow Prophet Muhammad’s example. Join us at SeekersHub Sydney for an evening screening of “Muhammad: Legacy of a Prophet” followed by discussion with Imam Afroz Ali. Please register at http://seekers.nationbuilder.com/convo_movie Refreshments will be provided. Date: Saturday 3rd October 2015 Time: 6:30pm – 9:30pm COST: Free. Donations welcome
10/3/2015 6:30:00 PM +10:00
0.0000Capturing Divine Beauty: An Introduction to the Art of Photography
Whether you are starting off as a beginner or as an advanced photographer this two day workshop will allow you to explore the creative, inner realms of fine art photography. Enhance your understanding of photographic art and practice by investigating photo history, interpretation and image making. Discover the essence of Divine Beauty through photographic storytelling. How spiritual is your camera lens? http://seekershub.org/sydney/event/divinebeauty/
8/16/2015 12:00:00 AM +10:00
0.0000Spread Light • South Africa Tour
SPREAD LIGHT: CALLING TO ALLAH IN A DIVIDED WORLD July 24 - August 12, 2015 Johannesburg • Durban • Cape Town http://seekershub.org/home/southafrica2015/ Shaykh Faraz Rabbani (Canada) Shaykh Yahya Rhodus (USA) Ustadh Amjad Tarsin (USA) Sidi Nader Khan (Canada)
8/12/2015 12:00:00 AM +02:00
0.0000Student Assembly: Term Three
Join our teachers as they give invaluable counsel on seeking knowledge. This assembly may also be useful for those who have not yet decided if they want to register for term three courses with SeekersHub. Join us online on Saturday 8th August at 9am Toronto • 2pm London • 4pm Amman • 11pm Sydney Ask questions via our Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/seekershub or via Twitter @SeekersHub using #StudentAssembly http://seekershub.org/studentassembly REGISTER FOR COURSES: http://seekershub.org/courses
8/8/2015 9:00:00 AM -04:00
0.0000Islam: A Tradition of Mercy Without Shores
A SeekersConversation with Sidi Aftab Malik http://seekershub.org/sydney/event/mercy/ Islam in its legal, theological and spiritual tradition is vast, inclusive and at its centre is the virtue of mercy. God, The Exalted, informs us that His Mercy prevails over His Wrath. The Final Messenger was sent by the Merciful Lord as mercy to the entire universe. The religion of Islam is not a punitive religion but a religion to transform character to the most excellent of virtues. Sidi Aftab Malik explores the centrality of mercy in Islam, highlighting Prophetic Tradition that informs us of its critical importance. He will reflect on the conditions of today and how Islam has been misrepresented as a religion of violence.
7/31/2015 7:30:00 PM +10:00
0.0000SeekersArabic Foundations - A 12-month Foundation & Intermediate Arabic Course
Register: http://seekershub.org/sydney/event/arabic/ This program is a foundational course to develop students who have reading and writing ability in Arabic but little or no comprehension and speaking ability. Some individuals interested in Arabic language may have some basic learning, and some may have none, but this course is designed in a streamlined manner to benefit both levels of beginner and intermediate students. The objectives of this course are: -To learn to understand and begin to speak Classical Arabic -To be able to read and generally understand Traditional Texts of Islamic Sciences -To be ready to undertake advanced level Arabic Language Immersion program upon completion
7/21/2015 12:00:00 AM +10:00
0.0000The Quran & I - #RamadanHub - Live Lessons, Tarawih, Podcasts and Essential Resources
#RamadanHub Join us online for a special Ramadan program live from SeekersHub Toronto with guest scholar Shaykh Ahmed Saad Al-Azhari. SeekersHub Ramadan Lessons & Tarawih Watch the Livestream • Listen to the Podcast Available for Free • Anywhere in the World http://seekershub.org/ramadanhub Would you like the blessings for bringing sacred knowledge to a million students around the world? Help SeekersHub Global #SpreadLight – support us through your generous Ramadan donation, become a monthly supporter; or give one-time support. We also accept zakat contributions to support needy and deserving scholars and students of knowledge.
7/17/2015 12:00:00 AM +10:00
0.0000Shawwal 1436 Crescent Sighting
Assalamu Alaikum The topocentric New Moon Conjunction for the lunar month of Shawwal will occur on Thursday, the 16th of July 2015, at 11:26 AEST (11.26am Sydney time). The correct date to observe the crescent of Shawwal is upon sunset of Thursday, the 16th of July, 2015. Everyone is invited to come and participate in fulfilling the Prophetic tradition of crescent sighting to establish the lunar month of Shawwal1436. It will be held at Peace Park in Ashbury located on Trevenar Street. Please bring a plate of food or snacks to share with everyone to break our fast with Insha'Allah. We will have the opportunity to pray maghrib together onsite. Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to sunset. For more information please contact Taymour Nabulsi via e-mail at tnabulsi@alghazzali.org or on 0403779829 We look forward to seeing you there Insha'Allah
7/16/2015 4:30:00 PM +10:00
0.0000The Revival in Forty Lessons - with Imam Afroz Ali
Imam Ghazzali’s Ihya Ulūm ad-Dīn, The Revival of the Religious Sciences, is amongst the most important scholarly works about Islam – its Tradition, Laws, Belief and Spiritual Excellence. The magnum opus consists of 40 books, each requiring a formal study of its own, divided into four quarters. It is a masterpiece concerning human existence, from the cradle to grave, and beyond. The four quarters, comprising of 10 books each, are masterfully divided into the following themes: The First Quarter: On Worship (explaining Nature of Knowledge to Acts of Worship) The Second Quarter: On Customs and Practices (explaining of Ethics of Living) The Third Quarter: On Destructive Vices (explaining Human Nature and Diseases of the Heart) The Fourth Quarter: On Saving Virtues (explaining the Trodden Path to Salvation and Felicity) The Ihya is not only for the Muslim Believer, for all humanity, that if they learnt from it, they not only live an ethical life but also have a profound intellectual consciousness, and perhaps the light of Faith kindled. The Ihya is a book of revival of human consciousness and conscience of every generation; it is a collection of the legacy left by the Holy Messenger, Muhammad (upon whom be peace and blessings of God, The Exalted). Imam Ghazzali, in true fashion as the heir of such priceless knowledge preserved it and transmitted for us all to benefit from This entire series made of forty lessons, will cover each book in an abridged form, in order to provide a sound basis for the seeker of knowledge to commence a journey of seeking answers regarding the nature of our existence and where we are headed, and where we find true happiness. Join this series for an intellectual journey which will awaken one’s spirituality to the try nature of knowledge, and how it ought to be attained and utilised to journey to The Real, God Almighty Himself. Cost is free. Donations are welcome. This is part of SeekersHub’s Knowledge without Barriers initiative Please register at http://sydney.seekershub.org/event/the-revival-in-forty-lessons/ For further information please contact Angela Rodgers on 0411 304 504 or e-mail academydirector@alghazzali.org
7/11/2015 12:00:00 PM +10:00
0.0000The Immense Ocean - with Imam Afroz Ali
This program, taught by Imam Afroz Ali, focuses on understanding and reflecting on the verses of the Qur’an through the Science of Tafsir and based on the great commentaries on the Holy Qur’an. This monthly lecture series is an excellent program to reconnect to the Divine Revelation- the Holy Qur’an. The program is suitable for all seekers of Sacred Knowledge, new Muslims as well as people of other Faiths seeking to properly understand Islam and its Message. The program will draw primarily from ibn ‘Ajiba’s corpus work, Al-Bahr al-Madid (The Immense Ocean) for the remainder of the Chapters of the Qur’an. Al-Bahr al-Madid is the only traditional Qur’anic commentary in existence which gives both outward meanings as well as the spiritual significance for each verse of the Sacred Book. This highly detailed Tafsīr class is a continuation of previous classes to date, with the intent to complete the entire Qu'ran in the long term. The classes are only telecast to SeekersPoints - please contact your local SeekersPoint for further information. Cost is free. Donations are welcome. This is part of SeekersHub’s Knowledge without Barriers initiative. Please register at http://seekershub.org/sydney/event/immense-ocean/ For further information please contact Angela Rodgers on 0411 304 504 or e-mail academydirector@alghazzali.org
7/11/2015 9:30:00 AM +10:00
0.0000Reviving Ramadan - Free Online Short Courses
Another year has quickly gone by, and by the Grace and Mercy of God we get to experience Ramadan 1436 / 2015. This year we offer these free online short courses. They include everything you need to have a successful and beneficial Ramadan. Check them out on our website: seekershub.org/ramadan/ All SeekersHub Global courses are offered free of cost, to everyone, everywhere -- to the Ends of the Earth. Support SeekersHub by becoming a monthly Supporter; give one-time support; or give your zakat through SeekersHub to support needy scholars and students of knowledge. http://seekershub.org/donate/ #SpreadLight
7/2/2015 12:00:00 AM -04:00
0.0000SeekersArabic Reader - Beginners
Introduction to Arabic Alphabets and Reading This 20-lesson course is designed for beginners with no ability in reading the Qur’an. By the end of the course, students will be able to read short verses in the Qur’an. When: Sundays starting 1st March. Time: 12pm - 2pm Register: http://seekershub.org/sydney/event/seekersarabic-reader-beginners/ The course will teach students to: Learn to read and write the Arabic letters in the different shapes. Get basic understanding of the articulation points of letters to be able to pronounce them more correctly. Be able to read, write and pronounce words that contain the five Arabic diacritics (Fatha, Kasra, Dhamma, Sukun, Shadda), long vowels, nunnation (tanween) and elided letters. Be able to read Arabic words and short verses from the Qur’an.
6/28/2015 12:00:00 AM +11:00
0.0000Islamic Uyghur Classes
Classes in Uyghur – Monday Evening at SeekersHub Sydney An excellent opportunity for the Uyghur community to learn their deen (religion) in their native language. Taught by Imam Yusuf and Imam Abu- Salam on a range of different topics. http://seekershub.org/sydney/event/uyghur-classes/
6/22/2015 12:00:00 AM +10:00
0.0000Ramadhan 1436 Crescent Sighting
Assalamu Alaikum The topocentric New Moon Conjunction for the lunar month of Ramadhan will occur on Wednesday, the 17th of June 2015, at 00:02 AEST (12.02am Sydney time). The correct date to observe the crescent of Ramadhan is upon sunset of Wednesday, the 17th of June, 2015. Everyone is invited to come and participate in fulfilling the Prophetic tradition of crescent sighting to establish the lunar month of Ramadhan 1436. It will be held at Peace Park in Ashbury located on Trevenar Street. We will have the opportunity to pray maghrib together onsite as well as to share a plate of food. Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to sunset. For more information please contact Taymour Nabulsi via e-mail at tnabulsi@alghazzali.org or on 0403779829 We look forward to seeing you there Insha'Allah
6/17/2015 4:30:00 PM +10:00
0.0000Winter Mawlid - The Shimmering Light
We are in the blessed month of Sha’ban, we are eagerly await the month of mercy, forgiveness and immense blessings – Ramadan. As part of this preparation, SeekersHub Sydney invites you to join us in a night of preparing our Hearts through praise and remembrance of the Beloved Prophet, Muhammad, upon whom be peace and blessings of God The Exalted. Join special guests and Sydney’s wider community for Mawlid of the Prophet through melodious recital of The Shimmering Light in honour and praise of him. Families and children welcome. http://seekershub.org/sydney/event/winter_mawlid/
6/13/2015 7:30:00 PM +10:00
0.0000Reflections upon the Modern Condition: Signs of the Times
Reflections upon the Modern Condition WINTER SESSION, 2015: Signs of the Times With Imam Afroz Ali, Shaykh Ahmed Abdo http://seekershub.org/sydney/event/reflections_winter/ To commence this ongoing quarterly reflections, this session will set the stage by identifying specific signs of the times, foretold by the final messenger (peace and blessings of God The Exalted be upon him) which are momentous and greatly affecting humanity all over the world. The session will be followed by a collective recitation of the Qur’an (Surah Yasin) for the sponsoring family, and dinner provided for all attendees. Registration is essential. Please register at http://seekers.nationbuilder.com/reflections_winter/
6/6/2015 7:00:00 PM +10:00
0.0000The Fiqh and Science of Crescent Sighting
Attend this three-evening course regarding the importance of Crescent Sighting in Islam, and why physical sighting is the only approved method under the Shari’ah and the only real way scientifically, to establish the Islamic lunar months, the first day of Ramadhan, the two ‘Eids and Hajj. Tuesday 2nd June - Thursday 4th June, 2015 Time: 7.30 pm - 9.30 pm each evening Registration is essential. Please register at http://seekers.nationbuilder.com/moonsighting Find out more: http://seekershub.org/sydney/?p=7969
6/4/2015 7:30:00 PM +10:00
0.0000SeekersCircle: The Divine Opening - Surah al-Fatiha Explained
The Divine Opening Register: http://seekershub.org/sydney/event/divine_opening/ Shaykh Yahya Rhodus will take us through some of the deep meanings, lessons, and insights of the Opening Chapter of the Qur’an: Surah al-Fatiha. This short Surah has been considered to be a “summary of the guidance of the Qur’an,” if soundly understood — and we will see why believers are called to recite it in every ritual prayer. SeekersCircles are free telecast courses provided to registered study-circles across the world. Visit the SeekersCircles website for more information about SeekersCircles and how to bring one to your local community. Please visit the website to find out more: http://seekershub.org/home/seekerscircles/
5/15/2015 7:30:00 PM +10:00
0.0000SeekersArabic Reader – Intermediate Sisters
A 12-Lesson Course for Beginners – Sisters Only This 12-lesson course is designed for beginners who have the ability to read the Qur’an and who need to practice their reading with a teacher to improve their ability to read. The course covers reading from the 30th part of the Qur’an. It also covers some of the more advanced topics related to reading including: The definite article and how it is pronounced when it precedes the moon letters and the sun letters. The pronunciation of Lafdhul Jalalah (Allah). Introduction to the rulings of lengthening (madd) and shortening (qasr). The discreet letters that come at the beginning of some of the chapters in the Quran. Introduction to rulings related to pausing during recitation. Prerequisite and Assessment: Students must have the ability to read short verses from the 30th Part of the Qur’an, even if slowly. An assessment of students will be made on the first day of the class to determine if this course is suitable for them.
5/3/2015 12:00:00 AM +11:00
0.0000Classes in Uyghur - Monday Nights
An excellent opportunity for the Uyghur Community to learn Islam in their native language. By Imam Yusuf and Imam Abu-Salaam, covering a range of topics every Monday evening from 7:30pm http://sydney.seekershub.org/event/uyghur-classes/
4/27/2015 12:00:00 AM +11:00
0.0000Rumi: A SeekersConversation with Ni'mah Isma'il Nawwab
RUMI – A SeekersConversation with Ni'mah Nawwab, faciliated by Imam Afroz Ali Register: http://seekershub.org/sydney/event/rumi/ SeekersHub Sydney invites you to an evening of conversations and readings from classical master poets such as Mevlana Rumi and Rabiyah al-Adawiyah, with our guest, a poet of contemporary times, sayyida N’imah Isma’il Nawwab Sayyida N’imah is from Makkah, Saudi Arabia, visiting Sydney, for her Spiritual and Mystic Poetry in Tandem program. She is an internationally acclaimed best-selling poet, poetry judge, poetry workshop facilitator and author of the best-selling volume of poetry “The Unfurling.” and the newly released ‘Canvas of the Soul Mystic Poems from the Heartland of Arabia’ 2012.
4/25/2015 7:30:00 PM +10:00
0.0000Alchemy of Wellbeing: BODY & MIND | HEART & SOUL
A 2-Day Counsel on the Ethical & Spiritual Wellbeing of Body & Mind | Heart & Soul http://seekershub.org/sydney/food-workshop (Registration ESSENTIAL for catering purposes) With Imam Afroz Ali, Siti Julide Turker and Siti Angela Rodgers A healthy individual is more than a healthy body. The human wellbeing is found in the purposeful and positive interconnectedness of the physical, intellectual and spiritual realities that form the human. An imbalance in any one of them manifests in what we know as diseases of the body (biological illnesses), mind (mental conditions) and soul (spiritual diseases).The body, mind and the should are interconnected, such that the health of each faculty is necessary for the wellbeing of the human being, in order for it to be open to its fullest potential. Find out more: http://seekershub.org/sydney/food-workshop
4/19/2015 12:00:00 AM +10:00
0.0000Student Assembly for Term Two
On behalf of SeekersHub Global Administration we cordially invite you to attend the Student Assembly for Term Two. (Register for a course http://courses.seekershub.org/) THIS SATURDAY 9am EST || 2pm London || 11pm Sydney In this assembly you will learn: - advice for Muslims on seeking knowledge & how to seek personal benefit and change - best practices for online learning - how to work your course page & tips for deriving optimal benefit from our course system InshaAllah we hope to see you there! May Allah Most High give you success with your studies, ameen. To join, please click on the following link at the appointed time: https://youtu.be/oV7z8idFiHQ Convert for your timezone: https://www.worldtimebuddy.com/
4/11/2015 9:00:00 AM -04:00
0.0000The Revival in Forty Lessons with Imam Afroz Ali
The Revival in Forty Lessons - Understanding Each of the Forty Books of the Ihya Please register at http://sydney.seekershub.org/event/the-revival-in-forty-lessons/ Every second Saturday of the month, after Immense Ocean Imam Ghazzali’s Ihya Ulūm ad-Dīn, The Revival of the Religious Sciences, is amongst the most important scholarly works about Islam – its Tradition, Laws, Belief and Spiritual Excellence. The magnum opus consists of 40 books, each requiring a formal study of its own, divided into four quarters. It is a masterpiece concerning human existence, from the cradle to grave, and beyond. The four quarters, comprising of 10 books each, are masterfully divided into the following themes: The First Quarter: On Worship (explaining Nature of Knowledge to Acts of Worship) The Second Quarter: On Customs and Practices (explaining of Ethics of Living) The Third Quarter: On Destructive Vices (explaining Human Nature and Diseases of the Heart) The Fourth Quarter: On Saving Virtues (explaining the Trodden Path to Salvation and Felicity) The Ihya is not only for the Muslim Believer, for all humanity, that if they learnt from it, they not only live an ethical life but also have a profound intellectual consciousness, and perhaps the light of Faith kindled. The Ihya is a book of revival of human consciousness and conscience of every generation; it is a collection of the legacy left by the Holy Messenger, Muhammad (upon whom be peace and blessings of God, The Exalted). Imam Ghazzali, in true fashion as the heir of such priceless knowledge preserved it and transmitted for us all to benefit from This entire series made of forty lessons, will cover each book in an abridged form, in order to provide a sound basis for the seeker of knowledge to commence a journey of seeking answers regarding the nature of our existence and where we are headed, and where we find true happiness. Join this series for an intellectual journey which will awaken one’s spirituality to the try nature of knowledge, and how it ought to be attained and utilised to journey to The Real, God Almighty Himself. Cost is free. Donations are welcome. This is part of SeekersHub’s Knowledge without Barriers initiative. Plenty of free parking near Riverwood station. For further information please contact Angela Rodgers on 0411 304 504 or e-mail academydirector@alghazzali.org
4/11/2015 12:00:00 PM +10:00
0.0000The Immense Ocean - with Imam Afroz Ali
The Immense Ocean - with Imam Afroz Ali Please register at http://seekershub.org/sydney/event/immense-ocean/ Please Join us at 8:30am for Breakfast, followed by class. This program, taught by Imam Afroz Ali, focuses on understanding and reflecting on the verses of the Qur’an through the Science of Tafsir and based on the great commentaries on the Holy Qur’an. This monthly lecture series is an excellent program to reconnect to the Divine Revelation- the Holy Qur’an. The program is suitable for all seekers of Sacred Knowledge, new Muslims as well as people of other Faiths seeking to properly understand Islam and its Message. The program will draw primarily from ibn ‘Ajiba’s corpus work, Al-Bahr al-Madid (The Immense Ocean) for the remainder of the Chapters of the Qur’an. Al-Bahr al-Madid is the only traditional Qur’anic commentary in existence which gives both outward meanings as well as the spiritual significance for each verse of the Sacred Book. This highly detailed Tafsīr class is a continuation of previous classes to date, with the intent to complete the entire Qu'ran in the long term. The classes are only telecast to SeekersPoints - please contact your local SeekersPoint for further information. Cost is free. Donations are welcome. This is part of SeekersHub’s Knowledge without Barriers initiative. Plenty of free parking near Riverwood station. For further information please contact Angela Rodgers on 0411 304 504 or e-mail academydirector@alghazzali.org
4/11/2015 8:30:00 AM +10:00
0.0000Walking Light on Earth – Seekers Retreat Brisbane, 2015
This year’s SeekersRetreat, based on the theme “Walking Light on Earth”, aims to awaken in ourselves a clear purpose of our existence in this world and where are heading from hereon. As importantly, this retreat aims to inform us of “Living Right” as the very means of this journey to meet our Lord. We hope to shift the paradigms of each and every participant at every SeekersRetreat, and this one is no exception. SeekersRetreats are not just theory; they are planned to be a means of transforming our lives. REGISTER: http://sydney.seekershub.org/seekers-retreat-2015/ SeekersHub is honoured to have the following esteemed Teachers and honourable guests to participate in the SeekersRetreat 2015. Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Imam Afroz Ali Habib Ali Zainal Abidin al-Hamid Singapore Haqqani Ensemble
4/7/2015 12:00:00 AM +10:00
0.0000Term Two, 2015 - Courses Commence
The time to improve your relationship with Allah, and improve your knowledge of our beautiful religion is now! Shaykh Faraz Rabbani says, "by gaining knowledge in the right way you are facilitating for yourself a path to eternal success and to the good pleasure of Allah". Registration is now open for our FREE courses. Courses start on the 6th of April. Places are limited, so don't delay. http://courses.seekershub.org/ Over 20+ courses in; Qur'anic Studies Prophetic Guidance Beliefs Arabic Spirituality Living Religion We also have 4 levels to chose from; G — General Interest 1 — Essentials 2 — Foundations 3 — Understanding Find out more on our Academy page: http://courses.seekershub.org/
4/6/2015 12:00:00 AM +10:00
0.0000Absolute Essentials – Hanafi Fiqh with Imam Afroz Ali
Absolute Essentials – Hanafi Fiqh with Imam Afroz Ali More info and register: http://sydney.seekershub.org/event/hanafi-fiqh/ This is a highly beneficial course, taught by Imam Afroz Ali, covering the personally obligatory knowledge pertaining to: - Purification - Prayer - Fasting This course is according to the Hanafi School. The content of this class is primarily derived from Marāqī Al-Sa’adāt by Imam Shurunbulālī. This course is a Tutorial Supplement of Absolute Essentials courses of SeekersSTEPS curriculum. http://seekersguidance.org/home/steps-curriculum/
3/26/2015 12:00:00 AM +11:00
0.0000SeekersCircles: How to Read a Question with Imam Afroz Ali
Islam being a timeless, and time-tested, religion and a system of living with wellbeing and peace, is too often misrepresented today and often hijacked. From anti-Islamic rhetoric, to secular-orientalist claims to extremist exploitation, the true position of Islam on many topics, its Orthodoxy, is often ignored and commonly unknown but the general masses. Register: http://seekershub.org/sydney/event/10questions/ This 10-week SeekersCircle is a FREE program exploring these difficult and complex questions, for the benefit of Muslims and people of other Faith alike, to learn about the orthodox position about these many topics of concern. Each student will receive detailed notes facilitating the knowledge regarding these topics, as well as learn about effective communication about them to others who may not know or are misrepresenting Islam and Muslims. SeekersCircles are free telecast courses provided to registered study-circles across the world. Visit the SeekersCircles website for more information about SeekersCircles and how to bring one to your local community. http://seekershub.org/home/seekerscircles/
3/20/2015 12:00:00 AM +11:00
0.0000The Revival in Forty Lessons with Imam Afroz Ali
The Revival in Forty Lessons - Understanding Each of the Forty Books of the Ihya Register: http://sydney.seekershub.org/event/the-revival-in-forty-lessons/ Every second Saturday of the month, after Immense Ocean Imam Ghazzali’s Ihya Ulūm ad-Dīn, The Revival of the Religious Sciences, is amongst the most important scholarly works about Islam – its Tradition, Laws, Belief and Spiritual Excellence. The magnum opus consists of 40 books, each requiring a formal study of its own, divided into four quarters. It is a masterpiece concerning human existence, from the cradle to grave, and beyond. The four quarters, comprising of 10 books each, are masterfully divided into the following themes: The First Quarter: On Worship (explaining Nature of Knowledge to Acts of Worship) The Second Quarter: On Customs and Practices (explaining of Ethics of Living) The Third Quarter: On Destructive Vices (explaining Human Nature and Diseases of the Heart) The Fourth Quarter: On Saving Virtues (explaining the Trodden Path to Salvation and Felicity) The Ihya is not only for the Muslim Believer, for all humanity, that if they learnt from it, they not only live an ethical life but also have a profound intellectual consciousness, and perhaps the light of Faith kindled. The Ihya is a book of revival of human consciousness and conscience of every generation; it is a collection of the legacy left by the Holy Messenger, Muhammad (upon whom be peace and blessings of God, The Exalted). Imam Ghazzali, in true fashion as the heir of such priceless knowledge preserved it and transmitted for us all to benefit from This entire series made of forty lessons, will cover each book in an abridged form, in order to provide a sound basis for the seeker of knowledge to commence a journey of seeking answers regarding the nature of our existence and where we are headed, and where we find true happiness. Join this series for an intellectual journey which will awaken one’s spirituality to the try nature of knowledge, and how it ought to be attained and utilised to journey to The Real, God Almighty Himself. Cost is free. Donations are welcome. This is part of SeekersHub’s Knowledge without Barriers initiative. Plenty of free parking near Riverwood station.
3/14/2015 12:00:00 PM +11:00
0.0000The Immense Ocean - with Imam Afroz Ali
Where: 299 Belmore Rd, Riverwood Cost: Free. Donations are welcome. Join us at 8:30am for Breakfast, 9:30am for class. http://sydney.seekershub.org/event/immense-ocean-2014 This is part of SeekersHub’s Knowledge without Barriers initiative. This program, taught by Imam Afroz Ali, focuses on understanding and reflecting on the verses of the Qur’an through the Science of Tafsir and based on the great commentaries on the Holy Qur’an. This monthly lecture series is an excellent program to reconnect to the Divine Revelation- the Holy Qur’an. The program is suitable for all seekers of Sacred Knowledge, new Muslims as well as people of other Faiths seeking to properly understand Islam and its Message. The program will draw primarily from ibn ‘Ajiba’s corpus work, Al-Bahr al-Madid (The Immense Ocean) for the remainder of the Chapters of the Qur’an. Al-Bahr al-Madid is the only traditional Qur’anic commentary in existence which gives both outward meanings as well as the spiritual significance for each verse of the Sacred Book. This highly detailed Tafsīr class is a continuation of previous classes to date, with the intent to complete the entire Qu'ran in the long term. The classes are only telecast to SeekersPoints- please contact your local SeekersPoint for further information. Register: http://sydney.seekershub.org/event/immense-ocean-2014
3/14/2015 8:30:00 AM +11:00
0.0000SeekersCircles: How to Read a Question with Imam Afroz Ali
Islam being a timeless, and time-tested, religion and a system of living with wellbeing and peace, is too often misrepresented today and often hijacked. From anti-Islamic rhetoric, to secular-orientalist claims to extremist exploitation, the true position of Islam on many topics, its Orthodoxy, is often ignored and commonly unknown but the general masses. Register: http://seekershub.org/sydney/event/10questions/ This 10-week SeekersCircle is a FREE program exploring these difficult and complex questions, for the benefit of Muslims and people of other Faith alike, to learn about the orthodox position about these many topics of concern. Each student will receive detailed notes facilitating the knowledge regarding these topics, as well as learn about effective communication about them to others who may not know or are misrepresenting Islam and Muslims. SeekersCircles are free telecast courses provided to registered study-circles across the world. Visit the SeekersCircles website for more information about SeekersCircles and how to bring one to your local community. http://seekershub.org/home/seekerscircles/
3/6/2015 7:30:00 PM +11:00
0.0000Advancing Australia Fair: Standing Together, United for Peace
SeekersConversation: Advancing Australia Fair Standing Together, United for Peace Imam Afroz Ali, Father Rod Bower Anglican Parish of Gosford and Mr. Greg Johns (SGI) Register: http://seekershub.org/sydney/event/advancing_australia/ SeekersConversation evenings involve open, safe, courteous and honest discussions on issues affecting the global community. The Sydney siege was a tragic day for all Australians. We came face to face with a heinous crime with attempts to politicise it as a religiously motivated crime, associated with the politically loaded term, terrorism. It was also a time when we as Australians were forced to question our sense of peace, justice, unity and compassion, and reflect on our responsibility to advance Australia fair. What resulted was a tremendous response of a united co-existence, and a rejection of divisive sentiments. In the spirit of such togetherness and our common love for this safe and great nation, we invite you to participate in this inter-spiritual event – including Buddhist, Christian and Muslim reflections – and share lessons and counsel on peace, justice and a safe Australia for all.
2/15/2015 3:00:00 PM +11:00
0.0000The Revival in Forty Lessons with Imam Afroz Ali
The Revival in Forty Lessons - Understanding Each of the Forty Books of the Ihya Register: http://sydney.seekershub.org/event/the-revival-in-forty-lessons/ Continues October 4th, 2014 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm Every second Saturday of the month, after Immense Ocean Imam Ghazzali’s Ihya Ulūm ad-Dīn, The Revival of the Religious Sciences, is amongst the most important scholarly works about Islam – its Tradition, Laws, Belief and Spiritual Excellence. The magnum opus consists of 40 books, each requiring a formal study of its own, divided into four quarters. It is a masterpiece concerning human existence, from the cradle to grave, and beyond. The four quarters, comprising of 10 books each, are masterfully divided into the following themes: The First Quarter: On Worship (explaining Nature of Knowledge to Acts of Worship) The Second Quarter: On Customs and Practices (explaining of Ethics of Living) The Third Quarter: On Destructive Vices (explaining Human Nature and Diseases of the Heart) The Fourth Quarter: On Saving Virtues (explaining the Trodden Path to Salvation and Felicity) The Ihya is not only for the Muslim Believer, for all humanity, that if they learnt from it, they not only live an ethical life but also have a profound intellectual consciousness, and perhaps the light of Faith kindled. The Ihya is a book of revival of human consciousness and conscience of every generation; it is a collection of the legacy left by the Holy Messenger, Muhammad (upon whom be peace and blessings of God, The Exalted). Imam Ghazzali, in true fashion as the heir of such priceless knowledge preserved it and transmitted for us all to benefit from This entire series made of forty lessons, will cover each book in an abridged form, in order to provide a sound basis for the seeker of knowledge to commence a journey of seeking answers regarding the nature of our existence and where we are headed, and where we find true happiness. Join this series for an intellectual journey which will awaken one’s spirituality to the try nature of knowledge, and how it ought to be attained and utilised to journey to The Real, God Almighty Himself. Cost is free. Donations are welcome. This is part of SeekersHub’s Knowledge without Barriers initiative. Plenty of free parking near Riverwood station.
2/14/2015 12:00:00 PM +11:00
0.0000The Immense Ocean - with Imam Afroz Ali
Where: 299 Belmore Rd, Riverwood Cost: Free. Donations are welcome. Join us at 8:30am for Breakfast, 9:30am for class. http://sydney.seekershub.org/event/immense-ocean-2014 This is part of SeekersHub’s Knowledge without Barriers initiative. This program, taught by Imam Afroz Ali, focuses on understanding and reflecting on the verses of the Qur’an through the Science of Tafsir and based on the great commentaries on the Holy Qur’an. This monthly lecture series is an excellent program to reconnect to the Divine Revelation- the Holy Qur’an. The program is suitable for all seekers of Sacred Knowledge, new Muslims as well as people of other Faiths seeking to properly understand Islam and its Message. The program will draw primarily from ibn ‘Ajiba’s corpus work, Al-Bahr al-Madid (The Immense Ocean) for the remainder of the Chapters of the Qur’an. Al-Bahr al-Madid is the only traditional Qur’anic commentary in existence which gives both outward meanings as well as the spiritual significance for each verse of the Sacred Book. This highly detailed Tafsīr class is a continuation of previous classes to date, with the intent to complete the entire Qu'ran in the long term. The classes are only telecast to SeekersPoints- please contact your local SeekersPoint for further information. Register: http://sydney.seekershub.org/event/immense-ocean-2014
2/14/2015 9:30:00 AM +11:00
0.0000Living Right: Adopting Prophetic Example Into Our Daily Lives
Please Register: http://seekershub.org/sydney/event/seerah_intensive/ Darkness of corruption is taking over the light of virtue in the world that we live in today, and no more crucial a time than now for the Muhammadan Prophetic Light that casts away darkness of violence and intolerance, and nurtures peace and compassion. Living through the clarity of virtuous path has become more and more imperative for contemporary Muslims in the midst of confusion. The only right path is the trodden middle path of the prophet, upon whom be peace and blessings of God. SeekersHub Sydney invites you to its 2-day intensive based on the Seerah of the Prophet helping us to adopt into our lives Prophetic Example to live our lives. This intensive is part of its 'Living right' series, facilitating knowledge on how to live by virtuous Prophetic Example.
2/8/2015 12:00:00 AM +11:00
0.0000SeekersCircles: How to Read a Question with Imam Afroz Ali
Islam being a timeless, and time-tested, religion and a system of living with wellbeing and peace, is too often misrepresented today and often hijacked. From anti-Islamic rhetoric, to secular-orientalist claims to extremist exploitation, the true position of Islam on many topics, its Orthodoxy, is often ignored and commonly unknown but the general masses. Register: http://seekershub.org/sydney/event/10questions/ This 10-week SeekersCircle is a FREE program exploring these difficult and complex questions, for the benefit of Muslims and people of other Faith alike, to learn about the orthodox position about these many topics of concern. Each student will receive detailed notes facilitating the knowledge regarding these topics, as well as learn about effective communication about them to others who may not know or are misrepresenting Islam and Muslims. SeekersCircles are free telecast courses provided to registered study-circles across the world. Visit the SeekersCircles website for more information about SeekersCircles and how to bring one to your local community. http://seekershub.org/home/seekerscircles/
1/30/2015 7:30:00 PM +11:00
0.0000Muhammad ﷺ – Teacher of Peace
Register: http://seekershub.org/sydney/event/prophetic_virtue The Final Messenger, Muhammad (upon whom be peace and blessings of God The Exalted) said, “I was specifically sent to perfect noble character”. The Muslim conducts themselves with the best of character- from responsible speech to virtuous conduct. To live under Prophetic virtues is not easy particularly when one has to face mockery and false allegations. Moreover, Prophetic virtue is not only for difficult times, but for all times. Teachers: Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Imam Afroz Ali Ustadha Saara Sabbagh These 3 evening lectures will shed light on virtuous living in the midst of irreverence and profanity, and how to transcend them through Prophetic Counsel he left for humanity to follow in order to flourish in peace and safety. In addition, there will be SeekersIntensive each morning, covering the subjects of Islam, Iman and Ihsan. Click Here for more information sydney.seekershub.org/seekers_intensive REGISTRATION is essential for both full-time SeekersIntensive and these evening lectures.
1/26/2015 12:00:00 AM +11:00
0.0000SeekersIntensive - Islam | Iman | Ihsan
SeekersHub Sydney invites you to its inaugural annual 3-day SeekersIntensive covering the subjects of Islam, Iman and Ihsan. All classes are delivered by world renowned scholars from home and abroad and based on classical Islamic texts in each of the three categories. Teachers: Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Imam Afroz Ali Ustadha Saara Sabbagh These 3-day full time classes are an essential part of one’s comprehensive understanding of the key elements of the beautiful religion of Islam.In addition, there will be public lectures each evening, as counsel for adopting Prophetic character of virtue into our lives. Register: http://seekershub.org/sydney/event/seekers_intensive/
1/26/2015 12:00:00 AM +11:00
0.0000SeekersCircles: How to Read a Question with Imam Afroz Ali
Islam being a timeless, and time-tested, religion and a system of living with wellbeing and peace, is too often misrepresented today and often hijacked. From anti-Islamic rhetoric, to secular-orientalist claims to extremist exploitation, the true position of Islam on many topics, its Orthodoxy, is often ignored and commonly unknown but the general masses. Register: http://seekershub.org/sydney/event/10questions/ This 10-week SeekersCircle is a FREE program exploring these difficult and complex questions, for the benefit of Muslims and people of other Faith alike, to learn about the orthodox position about these many topics of concern. Each student will receive detailed notes facilitating the knowledge regarding these topics, as well as learn about effective communication about them to others who may not know or are misrepresenting Islam and Muslims. SeekersCircles are free telecast courses provided to registered study-circles across the world. Visit the SeekersCircles website for more information about SeekersCircles and how to bring one to your local community. http://seekershub.org/home/seekerscircles/
1/23/2015 7:30:00 PM +11:00
0.0000In Praise of The Mercy to the Worlds
Rabi’ ul-Awwal is the spiritual Spring of the heart; the lunar month commemorating the birth of the Final Messenger (peace and blessings be upon him), The Beloved of God, The Exalted. SeekersHub Sydney invites the general public to participate in an evening of Praise of the Beloved, as directed by God Almighty in the Qur’an. Join our special guests, the Singapore Haqqani Ensemble, in a melodious recital in Sydney. No registration required, we look forward to seeing you on on the night.
1/17/2015 8:00:00 PM +11:00
0.0000SeekersCircle: How to Read a Question
SeekersCircles are free telecast courses provided to registered study-circles across the world. Visit the SeekersCircles website for more information about SeekersCircles and how to bring one to your local community. More: http://seekershub.org/home/seekerscircles/ How to Read A Question – 10 Questions You Wanted To Ask About Islam. Starts 16th January. Global telecast from 17th. Islam being a timeless, and time-tested, religion and a system of living with wellbeing and peace, is too often misrepresented today and often hijacked. From anti-Islamic rhetoric, to secular-orientalist claims to extremist exploitation, the true position of Islam on many topics, its Orthodoxy, is often ignored and commonly unknown but the general masses. This 10-week SeekersCircle is a FREE program exploring these difficult and complex questions, for the benefit of Muslims and people of other Faith alike, to learn about the orthodox position about these many topics of concern. Each student will receive detailed notes facilitating the knowledge regarding these topics, as well as learn about effective communication about them to others who may not know or are misrepresenting Islam and Muslims. Australia/NZ Circles: http://seekershub.org/sydney/event/10questions/
1/16/2015 12:00:00 AM +00:00
0.0000Opening Student Assembly
Join us for your first Student Assembly of 2015. In this assembly our teachers will be covering some practical tips on study skills such as preparing for a class, memorization, and supplementary reading. Join Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, Ustadha Shireen Ahmed and Ustadh Amjad Tarsin live from SeekersHub Toronto as they give motivating and inspiring counsel on how to successfully seek sacred knowledge. LIVE ONLINE http://seekershub.org/home/studentassembly/ 9am Toronto • 4pm Cape Town • 10pm Kuala Lumpur • 1am Sydney (Sun) Time converter: http://timeanddate.com/s/2s5b
1/10/2015 9:00:00 AM -05:00
0.0000Marvel of the Stars
A family excursion to the Sydney Observatory to learn about the astronomical wonders of the Divine Creation. $18 Adults / $14 Children Registration, Tickets and Meeting Point details: http://www.seekershub.org/sydney/event/marvel-of-the-stars/
1/9/2015 7:00:00 PM +11:00
0.0000SeekersConversation: Da'esh & The State of Islam
SeekersConversation evenings involve open, safe, courteous and honest discussions on issues affecting the global Muslim community. The politics of war in Syria and in Iraq has asserted an unacceptable narrative about what Islam calls to of its adherents as Muslims. Led by DAESH (poorly translated and incorrectly referred to as ISIS), the narrative falsely places Islam as a religion of war and hatred, whereas the truth affirms Islam as a Path of and to Peace and Mercy. This SeekersConversation discusses the major scholarly ‘Letter To Baghdadi’, which provides the most comprehensive refutation against the claims and conduct of DAESH. In addition this SeekersConversation provides a clear explanation and counsel that the Muslim’s firm adherence to and advocacy of peace, mercy and the rule of law are what define one’s state of Islam, not the hatred, vengeance and love for the politics of war to establish a state of Islam. http://seekershub.org/sydney/event/islamicstate/
1/8/2015 7:30:00 PM +11:00
0.0000[New Course] The Heart of the Qur'an: Surah Yasin Explained
Abu Hurayra narrates that the Prophet (Allah bless him and grant him peace) said, “Whoever recites Yasin at night, he will be forgiven.” [Musnad, Abu Ya`ala] Some versions state, “Whoever recites Yasin in the morning and night…” [Tabarani, Mu`ajam al-Saghir] Surah Yasin has tremendous benefits for the believer, being the heart of the Quran, surely it will beautify our hearts. Shaykh Faraz Rabbani has blessed us with a 12 week course discussing the merits of Surah Yasin and will take the students through the entire chapter, providing commentary on the meanings, spiritual context and numerous everyday lessons that can be derived from each verse. Registrations are now open: http://seekershub.org/home/courses/QRN305
1/5/2015 9:00:00 AM -05:00
0.0000Term 1, 2015 - Courses Commence
Term 1, 2015 courses start on the 5th January. You will have plenty of time to register for one, or two, of the great courses we have on offer! Some courses fill up quickly, so make sure you don't delay in registering. Take a look at our course catalog here: http://seekersguidance.org/home/courses We will also be announcing some NEW courses beginning in 2015, so stay tuned. All our courses are offered FREE due to Knowledge without Barriers. Support Knowledge without Barriers with your kind donation: http://web.seekershub.org/donate/ (Zakat is also available)
1/5/2015 9:00:00 AM -05:00
0.0000Allah's Most Beautiful Names Explained
The names of God in Islam (or the 99 names of Allah, in Arabic “Asma Allah al-Husna”) are the names by which mankind know and draw closer to their Lord. In this course Sh. Faraz clearly explains the significance of each name, so that students gain a greater appreciation of Allah Most High. Register: http://seekershub.org/home/courses/GEN100
1/4/2015 10:00:00 PM +00:00
0.0000A Forgotten People: The Uyghur of China - A SeekersConversation
Register: http://sydney.seekershub.org/event/forgottenpeople/ A Forgotten People: The Uyghur of China A SeekersConversation With special guests Shaykh Abdul Salaam (Uyghur Community leader) Deborah Miggin (Amnesty International) Imam Afroz Ali (SeekersHub) Dr Mamtimin Ala - Vice president- World Uyghur Congress SeekersConversation evenings involve open, safe, courteous and honest discussions on issues affecting the global Muslim community. Register: http://sydney.seekershub.org/event/forgottenpeople/
12/31/2014 12:00:00 AM +11:00
0.0000Term 1, 2015 - Registration
For Term 1, 2015 we are opening registration on the 8th of December. You will have plenty of time to register for one, or two, of the great courses we have on offer! Some courses fill up quickly, so make sure you don't delay in registering. Take a look at our course catalog here: http://seekersguidance.org/home/courses We will also be announcing some NEW courses beginning in 2015, so stay tuned. All our courses are offered FREE due to Knowledge without Barriers. Support Knowledge without Barriers with your kind donation: http://web.seekershub.org/donate/ (Zakat is also available)
12/8/2014 9:00:00 AM -05:00
0.0000I Am Near - SeekersCircles with Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
In this SeekersCircle, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani will explain how the essence, purpose, and reality of religion is to know God, and realize the realities of His Closeness. As He tells us in the Qur’an, “If My servants ask you regarding me, I am indeed close…” [Qur’an, 2.186] Live on-ground class in Toronto from September 12th with Global Broadcast (delayed) in Australia/NZ from September 19th: http://sydney.seekershub.org/events/closeness/ Find out more about circles: http://seekersguidance.org/home/seekerscircles/
11/17/2014 12:00:00 AM +11:00
0.0000The Revival in Forty Lessons - Live Telecast for The Inner Dimensions of Purification
URL to watch live online: http://www.livestream.com/seekersguidance Imam Ghazzali’s Ihya Ulūm ad-Dīn, The Revival of the Religious Sciences, is amongst the most important scholarly works about Islam – its Tradition, Laws, Belief and Spiritual Excellence. The magnum opus consists of 40 books, each requiring a formal study of its own, divided into four quarters. It is a masterpiece concerning human existence, from the cradle to grave, and beyond. Register for ONLINE: http://seekers.nationbuilder.com/the_revival_telecast Join us as we delve into one of the 40 books, during this first lesson. This class will be held live in Sydney, but the rest of the world will have the opportunity to join in via live telecast! Please convert to your local time by clicking http://timeanddate.com/s/2r94 The class is free, but we welcome you to donate to help enable us to bring you Knowledge without Barriers, to the world. https://seekers.nationbuilder.com/class_donation We also encourage you to become a monthly donor. http://www.seekershub.org/donate/ Register: http://seekers.nationbuilder.com/the_revival_telecast Once you have registered, we will send you an email closer to the event, with instructions on how you can join the live class. Jezak'Allah kheir for your support, Was salaam, The SeekersHub Global Team http://seekers.nationbuilder.com/the_revival_telecast
11/8/2014 12:00:00 PM +11:00
0.0000FREE Live Course - Al-Adhkar of Imam Nawawi - Sh Omar Qureshi
This course focuses on the nature of remembrance (dhikr) in the life of a Muslim, and is based on Al-Adhkar of Imam Nawawi. 8pm (NewYork) | 5pm (Los Angeles) | 10am Sydney(Tuesday morning) | 8am Singapore (Tuesday morning) | 1am London (Tuesday morning) | 3am Makkah (Tuesday morning) For more information visit: http://seekersguidance.org/courses/SHLIV150
10/27/2014 8:00:00 PM -04:00
0.0000Spring Mawlid - SeekersHub Sydney
Spring is the season of rebirth and of life renewed. It’s time to water our hearts and nurture our love for the Final Messenger of Allah. (peace and blessings be upon him). SeekersHub Sydney invites the general public to participate in an evening of Praise of the Beloved, as directed by God Almighty in the Qur’an. Join our special guests, the Bashir Group, in a night of melodious recital, praise and remembrance. REGISTRATION IS ESSENTIAL. http://sydney.seekershub.org/event/springmawlid/
10/18/2014 7:30:00 PM +11:00
0.0000Term 3, 2014 - Registration
For Term 3, we are bringing the registration date forward to give you plenty of time to register for one, or two, of the great courses we have on offer! On July 7th, you will be able to register. Some courses fill up quickly, so make sure you don't delay in registering. Take a look at our course catalog here: http://seekersguidance.org/home/courses All our courses are offered FREE due to Knowledge without Barriers. Support KWB with a donation: http://web.seekershub.org/donate/
9/14/2014 12:00:00 AM -04:00
0.0000Be an Ambassador - 1000-Person March
March With Us to the Ends of the Earth with Shaykh Faraz Rabbani & Imam Afroz Ali. What is the 1,000-Person March? Find out here: http://web.seekershub.org/donate/1000-person-march How can you get involved? Chose one of two yearly financial commitments to SeekersHub Global. http://web.seekershub.org/donate/1000-person-march Our Gift to You For your commitment and support, we want to say thank you in a manner that also facilitates your personal development and transformation. Details can be found here: http://web.seekershub.org/donate/1000-person-march
9/13/2014 12:00:00 AM +10:00
0.0000The Way of The Seeker - Term 3 Student Assembly
Join us for your third and final Student Assembly of 2014. In this assembly our teachers will be covering some practical tips on study skills such as preparing for a class, memorization, and supplementary reading. Join Shaykh Saad Al-Azhari, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani & Imam Afroz Ali live from SeekersHub Toronto as they give motivating and inspiring counsel on how to successfully seek sacred knowledge. Date: Saturday 6th September, 2014 http://timeanddate.com/s/2qpb Time: 6am PST | 9am EST | 2pm UK | 11pm Sydney Watch Live: http://www.livestream.com/seekersguidance Join on-ground at SeekersHub Toronto
9/6/2014 9:00:00 AM -04:00
0.0000Understanding the Prophetic Way: Imam Nawawi's 40 Hadith Explained
In this in-depth course, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani explains Imam Nawawi's 40 Hadith, using classical commentaries and a wide range of reference works in Islamic scholarship. (This is the first of a two-part course. ) Register: http://seekersguidance.org/home/courses/PGD100 This course brings out the meanings, beauty, and guidance in these central Prophetic sayings, which Imam Nawawi selected as being hadiths which "the message of Islam revolves around."
9/1/2014 12:00:00 AM -04:00
0.0000The Ajrumiyya Explained (in Arabic) - SeekersArabic Step Three with Shaykh Ali Hani
The Understanding Step (Step three) of the SeekersArabic program represents a significant milestone in the path of the seeker. Having become grounded and practiced in the foundations of the Arabic Language, you will now enter the phase of transitioning from novice to more advanced understanding. http://seekersguidance.org/home/courses/ARB108 Shaykh Ali Hani is one of the foremost living specialists of the Arabic Sciences. This course, taught in Arabic, is suitable for those who know sufficient Arabic to follow an introductory Arabic grammar class in Arabic. It is also suitable for those seeking to consolidate or clarify their knowledge of classical Arabic grammar--with a living master of the subject. Shaykh Ali Hani has compiled his own commentary on the Matn al-Ajrumiyya, and has included numerous Qur'anic examples to illustrate the rules of grammar in this foundational text. You can register for this course for Term 3, 2014 - Click here to register
9/1/2014 12:00:00 AM +10:00
0.0000Connecting with the Book of Allah - Keys to Living the Quran
How do you connect to the Qur’an, and become one of the “People of Qur’an” (Ahl al-Qur’an)? The Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace) said that, “The People of Qur’an are the People of Allah and His most beloved ones.” Register for the delayed telecast in Sydney: http://seekers.nationbuilder.com/sydney_livingquran Find out more about SeekersCircles: http://seekersguidance.org/home/SeekersCircles/
8/8/2014 7:30:00 PM +10:00
0.0000Shawwal 1435 Crescent Sighting - SeekersHub Sydney
Moonsighting for Eid & Community Iftar Register: http://sydney.seekershub.org/event/shawwal-1435-crescent-sighting-seekershub-sydney/ Revive the Sunnah of Our Beloved Prophet ﷺ Join us as we participate in Moonsighting for the month of Shawwal. This event is Free. Bring warm clothes and a small plate to share. This is part of SeekersHub’s Knowledge without Barriers initiative. Support Knowledge without Barriers: http://web.seekershub.org/donate/
7/27/2014 4:30:00 PM +10:00
0.0000Prepare Yourself! 5 Free Online Short Courses for Ramadan
Another year has quickly gone by, and by the Grace and Mercy of God we get to experience Ramadan 1435. Not only do was have five special Ramadan Courses for you this year, including “Living The Qur’an: Ghazali’s Manners of Qur’an Recitation”, but we have a large collection of Ramadan resources that we will be sharing with you leading up to, and during the holy month. Find out more: http://seekersguidance.org/home/prepareyourself/
7/25/2014 12:00:00 AM +10:00
0.0000Knowing Yourself to Know God
This is a ground-breaking workshop exploring our journey to God, with Imam Afroz Ali, who will be taking us on a journey exploring how our character, food, environment, and personality affect our nature and thus our relationship with others, and ultimately, God. Through such an understanding of ourselves, we may better map our journey and thus draw nearer, to God. Note: Workshop now finishes at 4pm both days, therefore, there will be no Iftar. http://sydney.seekershub.org/event/knowingyourselfsydney/
7/20/2014 12:00:00 AM +10:00
0.0000Fasting for Love - A Special Event Ramadan Webinar
Do you want to use your fasting experience to come closer to God? Do you want this Ramadan to be the stepping stone in drawing nearer to God for the months to follow? Then join our webinar, Fasting for Love Please register for global broadcast: http://seekersguidance.org/home/fastingforlove/
7/12/2014 6:00:00 PM -04:00
0.0000Fasting for Love - Sydney on-ground Ramadan Event
Do you want to use your fasting experience to come closer to God? Do you want this Ramadan to be the stepping stone in drawing nearer to God for the months to follow? Then join our webinar, Fasting for Love Find out more: http://sydney.seekershub.org/event/fastingforlove/
7/13/2014 7:45:00 AM +10:00
0.0000SeekersArabic Language Program (Foundations & Intermediate Level)
12-month Foundation & Intermediate Arabic Course. Classes are on every Tuesday and Wednesday, 7:30pm to 9:30pm When: 21st January, 2014 Where: 299 Belmore Road, Riverwood Cost: Free. Donations are welcome. This is part of SeekersHub’s Knowledge without Barriers initiative. This program is a foundational course to develop students who have reading and writing ability in Arabic but little or no comprehension and speaking ability. Some individuals interested in Arabic language may have some basic learning, and some may have none, but this course is designed in a streamlined manner to benefit both levels of beginner and intermediate students. The objectives of this course are: -To learn to understand and begin to speak Classical Arabic -To be able to read and generally understand Traditional Texts of Islamic Sciences -To be ready to undertake advanced level Arabic Language Immersion program upon completion Register now! http://seekershub.org/sydney/event/seekersarabic-language-program-foundations-intermediate-level/
7/8/2014 12:00:00 AM +11:00
0.0000Faithful Women: Lives of The Female Companions with Ustadha Noura Shamma
The Prophet (Upon him be Peace) said "My companions are like stars, whichever of them you use as a guide, you will be rightly guided" Register: http://seekersguidance.org/home/courses/GEN155 In this course, Ustadha Noura Shamma will help the student to begin to understand the lives of the intimate circle of companions around the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him. We will learn about these faithful women; his wives, children, and other great female Companions (Allah be pleased with them) and how they can be guides for us in our lives. Classes will be held weekly on Saturdays at 9:30 a.m. New York time. First class time converter: http://timeanddate.com/s/2nzp
6/28/2014 9:30:00 AM -04:00
0.0000Ramadhan 1435 Crescent Sighting - SeekersHub Sydney
Moonsighting for Ramadan & Community Dinner Register: http://sydney.seekershub.org/event/moonsighting-for-ramadan-seekershub-sydney/ Revive the Sunnah of Our Beloved Prophet ﷺ Join us as we participate in Moonsighting for the month of Ramadan. This event is Free. Bring warm clothes and a small plate to share. This is part of SeekersHub’s Knowledge without Barriers initiative. Support Knowledge without Barriers: http://web.seekershub.org/donate/
6/28/2014 4:45:00 PM +10:00
0.0000Connecting with the Book of Allah: Keys to Living the Qur'an
How do you connect to the Qur’an, and become one of the “People of Qur’an” (Ahl al-Qur’an)? The Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace) said that, “The People of Qur’an are the People of Allah and His most beloved ones.” Our next SeekersCircle will discuss these and many more related questions under the banner of "Connecting with the Book of Allah: Keys to Living the Quran". The class will be held at SeekersHub Toronto and telecast to SeekersCircles around the world. LIVE CLASS: Starting May 16th, 2014 Toronto Time: Fridays, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM EST (Toronto Time) See the SeekersCircles page for more information http://seekersguidance.org/home/seekerscircles/
6/27/2014 12:00:00 AM -04:00
0.0000Islam, Iman and Ihsan - Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, Johannesburg Tour
By the Grace of Allah SeekersHub Global is excited to be commencing a new journey to the Ends of the Earth, this time in Johannesburg, South Africa. Shaykh Faraz Rabbani will be travelling on the 18th of June for a 5 day tour of many Masjid and Communities across the beautiful city. More info http://seekersguidance.org/jburgtour The highlight of the tour will be a 3-day intensive regarding Islam, Iman & Ihsan. Registration helps organisers, please do so by clicking the link provided in the table below, not registration for Intensive is compulsory. More info: http://seekersguidance.org/home/jburgtour
6/18/2014 12:00:00 AM +00:00
0.0000Heavenly Guide to the Beacon of Pure Light – Online Webinar
A Special Event Webinar with Abu Zahra and SeekersHub Global When: Saturday 7th June, at 7pm GMT Timezone Converter: http://timeanddate.com/s/2pgj Where: SeekersHub Global Livestream Channel Speakers: Shaykh Idris Watts, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, Imam Afroz Ali, Keighley Munshids, Shaykh Nuh Keller (to be confirmed) Please Register here: http://seekersguidance.org/home/abuzahra_webinar The Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace) said: I possess many names: I am Muḥammad; I am Ahmad; I am Māḥī (the Dispeller) through whom Allah dispels disbelief; I am Ḥāshir (the Gatherer) who the people will gather behind and I am ʿᾹqib (the Last in Succession). (Bukhārī/Muslim) Join us for this free webinar by SeekersHub Global and Abu Zahra Foundation. This webinar will: 1. Explain the importance of the names of the Prophet (Allah bless him and grant him peace) 2. Inspire us to read and reflect on them, in order to: 1. Increase in our love and appreciation for him (Allah bless him and grant him peace), as Allah has commanded. 2. Increase in understanding of these names and qualities, thus obtaining more of his noble character, and gaining blessings, openings and answers in our lives. Allah ascribed many names to Himself within the Qurʾān so we can understand who He is and we can call upon Him by these names to gain openings in our relationship with Him. Likewise, He gave the Prophet Muhammad (Allah bless him and give him peace) many names and attributes mentioned in the Qurʾān and the Prophetic literature. Great scholars throughout Islamic history such as Imam Suyūṭī, Qāḍī ʿIyāḍ, Ibn Qayyim al-Jawziyyah dedicated chapters and books to the names of the Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace); some of them enumerating them into the thousands. During this webinar, you will learn why Imam Jazūlī chose to author his book, Dalāʾil al-Khayrāt and discover what impact it had on the Muslim world. Find out how to recite the names of the Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace) in the traditional rendition that has been practiced throughout Morocco for centuries with the Keighley Munshids. By accessing this book, studying it, learning to recite it regularly and reading over the commentary of the names with your friends and families, you will be able to come together in your homes and communities for the sake of love and desire to live in accordance with the Prophet Muhammad’s character and guidance (Allah bless him and grant him peace). To love him is to know him.
6/7/2014 3:00:00 PM -04:00
0.0000What do we mean by Traditional Islam? A SeekersConversation with Sidi Aftab Malik
What do we mean by Traditional Islam and how can it fit in the modern world? Speakers: Sidi Aftab Malik and Imam Afroz Ali Sidi Aftab A. Malik has been called a “first rate scholar” by John L., Esposito, “a rising intellectual star” by The Muslim World Book Review and described as someone “at the cutting edge of research on Islam and at the heart of a group of young, emerging Muslim scholars, as well as established Muslim scholars,” by Professor Philip Lewis at the department of Peace Studies (University of Bradford). Source: Amal Press SeekersConversation evenings involve open, safe, courteous and honest discussions on issues affecting the global Muslim community.
5/31/2014 6:00:00 PM +10:00
0.0000Fiqh & Science of Crescent Sighting
Attend this three-day course regarding the importance of Crescent Sighting in Islam, and why physical sighting is the only approved method under the Shari’ah and the only real way scientifically, to establish the Islamic lunar months, the first day of Ramadhan, the two ‘Eids and Hajj. Tuesday 27th May – 29th May, 2014 Time: 7.30 pm – 9.30 pm each evening Find out more and register on the website: http://sydney.seekershub.org/event/crescent-sighting-workshop/
5/29/2014 12:00:00 AM +10:00
0.0000Qur’anic Braille Workshop
Register: http://sydney.seekershub.org/event/quranic-braille-workshop/ An important workshop where attendees will learn how read Qur’anic Braille, with basic tajweed rules. Unfortunately, this workshop does not have support for visually impaired people to be able to attend. However, the aim of the course is to teach people who can then go and teach others who are visually impaired. Workshop outcomes:: Learn how to read Qur’anic Braille (with basic Tajweed rules) Have the ability to teach others Student requirements: Novice in Qur’anic or any braille (no previous knowledge required) Basic skills in reading written arabic Basic knowledge or even just awareness of tajweed Register: http://sydney.seekershub.org/event/quranic-braille-workshop/
5/25/2014 12:00:00 AM +10:00
0.0000SeekersArabic Reader – Beginners
Introduction to Arabic Alphabets and Reading When: Sunday January 12th, 2014 Where: 299 Belmore Rd, Riverwood Cost: Free. Donations are welcome. This is part of SeekersHub’s Knowledge without Barriers initiative. This 20-lesson course is designed for beginners with no ability in reading the Qur’an. By the end of the course, students will be able to read short verses in the Qur’an. The course will teach students to: -Learn to read and write the Arabic letters in the different shapes. -Get basic understanding of the articulation points of letters to be able to pronounce them more correctly. -Be able to read, write and pronounce words that contain the five Arabic diacritics (Fatha, Kasra, Dhamma, Sukun, Shadda), long vowels, nunnation (tanween) and elided letters. -Be able to read Arabic words and short verses from the Qur’an. Register now! http://seekershub.org/sydney/event/seekersarabic-reader-beginners/
5/12/2014 12:00:00 AM +10:00
0.0000SeekersArabic Reader – Intermediate
This 12-lesson course is designed for beginners who have the ability to read the Qur’an and who need to practice their reading with a teacher to improve their ability to read. When: January 12th, 2013, 10am Where: 299 Belmore Rd, Riverwood Cost: Free. Donations are welcome. This is part of SeekersHub’s Knowledge without Barriers initiative. The course covers reading from the 30th part of the Qur’an. It also covers some of the more advanced topics related to reading including: -The definite article and how it is pronounced when it precedes the moon letters and the sun letters. -The pronunciation of Lafdhul Jalalah (Allah). Introduction to the rulings of lengthening (madd) and shortening (qasr). -The discreet letters that come at the beginning of some of the chapters in the Quran. -Introduction to rulings related to pausing during recitation. *** Prerequisite and Assessment: Students must have the ability to read short verses from the 30th Part of the Qur’an, even if slowly. An assessment of students will be made on the first day of the class to determine if this course is suitable for them. *** Note: Two classes will be running simultaneously, one for females and another for males. Please use the relevant link for registration. Register now! http://seekershub.org/sydney/event/seekersarabic-reader-intermediate/
5/12/2014 12:00:00 AM +10:00
0.0000Walking the Way of Light - Imam Bukhari’s Book of Knowledge Explained
Global delayed telecast starts from 26th January, 2014 at Seekershub Sydney http://seekershub.org/sydney/event/walking-the-way-of-light/ One of the most comprehensive and blessed sources for the proper manners of seeking knowledge is the Book of Knowledge from Imam Bukhari’s Sahih, the most authoritative and authentic collection of Prophetic narrations (hadith) ever compiled. In ten lessons, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, via delayed telecast, will explain key principles of seeking knowledge from the “comprehensive speech” of the Beloved Messenger of Allah (peace & blessings be upon him & his folk). Topics include: Key principles of the science of hadith transmission The beauty, wisdom and virtue of the Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace) Deepen our understanding of the higher aims (maqasid) of Islam. http://seekershub.org/sydney/event/walking-the-way-of-light/
4/25/2014 12:00:00 AM +11:00
0.0000Walking the Way of Light
*** Live Class starts January 25th, 2014 at Islamic Information and Dawah Centre, Toronto *** Global delayed telecast starts from 26th January, 2014. Register for LIVE class (Toronto): http://seekershub.org/class/walking-the-way-of-light/ Sydney Classes: http://seekershub.org/sydney/event/walking-the-way-of-light/ The key to successful seeking of knowledge is having clarity of purpose, and soundness of pursuit. Clear purpose is seeking Allah Most High through one’s knowledge and through acting upon that knowledge. Soundness of pursuit is through upholding proper manners (adab) in seeking knowledge. One of the most comprehensive and blessed sources for the proper manners of seeking knowledge is the Book of Knowledge from Imam Bukhari’s Sahih, the most authoritative and authentic collection of Prophetic narrations (hadith) ever compiled. In ten lessons, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani will explain key principles of seeking knowledge from the “comprehensive speech” of the Beloved Messenger of Allah (peace & blessings be upon him & his folk).
3/15/2014 2:00:00 PM -04:00
0.0000Live Course - A Divine Covenant - Lessons from the Life of the Prophet ﷺ
A Four-Part Series on the Life of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ JOURNEY THROUGH THE SEERAH - A 4 Part Series on the Life of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ \ Attend In Person or FREE Online NEXT SESSION Feb 12th -Makkan Period: Jan 14/28 -Madinan Period: Feb 12th / March 12th Time: 6:30pm EST (convert to your zone http://timeanddate.com/s/2htv ) Register: http://seekersguidance.org/courses/SHLIV100 Drexel MSA Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/433751283422878/ SeekersHub Global, Drexel MSA has partnered the Imam Ghazali Institute to host a 4 part seerah series on the life of our beloved Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. We will explore the Messenger’s ﷺ life in terms of the Makkan and Madinan periods. We hope to inspire and increase the love for the Messenger in our hearts. The Secret of Madinah was that an entire city of people collectively fell in love with the Prophet ﷺ. As they fell deeper and deeper in love, they were thoroughly transformed, leaving their old shells behind, and evolving into incredible giants of our history. He ﷺ truly was the moon, so perfectly reflecting God's light to the wandering servants, lost in a deep, penetrating Darkness and bringing them into a new, radiant, and blissful reality. http://timeanddate.com/s/2htv
3/13/2014 10:00:00 AM +11:00
0.0000The Revival Circle: Reading Ghazali's Ihya `Ulum al-Din
FREE: The Revival Circle Reading Imam Ghazali’s Ihya’ Ulum al-Din with Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Sundays, 9 am - 11 am at SeekersHub Toronto: 5650 Tomken Rd, Unit 10, Mississauga, ON L4W 4P1 - map: http://goo.gl/maps/n4wsw and — live online via www.SeekersHub.org (Online Classroom) In this class, we will be covering two Books of Hujjat al-Islam Imam Abu Hamid al-Ghazali’s Revival of the Islamic Sciences (Ihya’ `Ulum al-Din): (1) Book Two: The Principles of Islamic Belief (2) Book 13: Earning a Living This class aims to: (1) Deepen the understanding of key subject-areas for concerned seekers, from one of the greatest, most blessed, and most insightful works of the Islamic tradition; (2) Develop seekers’ understanding of Arabic, as the text will be read in Arabic, translated, and some key Arabic vocabulary and usage will be explained The class is free, open to all, and everyone is welcome. [Previous exposure to formal Islamic study, and some Arabic language study is helpful—but not essential.] Register for course resources, recordings, and discussion forum. http://seekersguidance.org/courses/SHLIV130
2/23/2014 9:00:00 AM +11:00
0.0000Marriage Workshop, Three Part Series
New and Improved Workshop PART 1 & 2 : Sat 15th February & Sun 16th February PART 3 : Sat 22nd February & Sun 23rd February Time: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm (9:30 am registration) - 15th & 16th 10:00am - 4pm - 22nd & 23rd All notes and lunch will be provided. Cost is free. Donations are welcome. This is part of SeekersHub’s Knowledge without Barriers initiative. About the Series: This workshop is excellent for married couples, parents and those looking towards marriage. The workshop will discuss the critical elements of a successful marriage based on Prophetic Teachings. This series started in 2003, and has been successfully repeated many times since. Some of the areas that will be covered are: -Theology of Marriage in Islam -Know Yourself before Choosing a Spouse- Working through Person-centricity -Marital Contracts and how it protects the rights of women -Advice on how to find compatible marriage partners -Tips on Successful Relationships -Life inside the Home -Spiritual Significance and Harmony -Conflict Resolution using Real-life experience -Developing Compassion and Intimacy -Nurturing Relationships with In-Laws -Self Awareness and Communication using Stimuli-Responsive ® method Register for one, or all parts in the series: http://seekershub.org/sydney/event/marriage-workshop-part-1-2-3-sydney/
2/23/2014 12:00:00 AM +11:00
0.0000The Revival Circle: Reading Ghazali's Ihya `Ulum al-Din
This live class is held every Sunday from 9am - 11am Toronto time. Join us online, or in person at Malton Islamic Centre. For address and map please click on: http://ow.ly/qXIpK In this class, we will be covering two Books of Hujjat al-Islam Imam Abu Hamid al-Ghazali’s Revival of the Islamic Sciences (Ihya’ `Ulum al-Din): (1) Book 2: The Principles of Islamic Belief (2) Book 13: Earning a Living For Local Toronto class, please register here: http://seekershub.org/class/the-revival-circle-reading-ghazalis-ihya-ulum-al-din To watch online: https://connectpro63899978.adobeconnect.com/_a994609433/seekershub/ Register for course resources, recordings, and discussion forum. http://seekersguidance.org/courses/SHLIV130
2/9/2014 9:00:00 AM -05:00
0.0000An Evening with Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
Shaykh Faraz Rabbani will be in Sydney for one evening and will hold a lecture session at SeekersHub Sydney. Meet him in person, listen to his counsel and ask him questions you need answers for. Date: Thursday 6th February, 2014 Time: 7pm for a 7:30pm start (sharp) Register: http://seekers.nationbuilder.com/shaykhfaraz
2/6/2014 7:00:00 PM +11:00
0.0000SeekersHub Sydney - Rabbi ul-Thani 1435 Crescent Sighting
The topocentric New Moon Conjunction for the lunar month of Rabbi ul-Thani will occur on Friday, the 31st of January 2014, at 07:01 AEDT (7:01am Sydney time). The correct date to observe the crescent of Rabbi ul-Thani is upon sunset of Saturday, the 1st of February, 2014 Everyone is welcome to come and participate in the Sunnah of the Prophet peace be upon him! We will have the opportunity to pray maghrib together InshAllah. For more information please contact Taymour Nabulsi at tnabulsi@alghazzali.org or on 0403779829
2/1/2014 7:45:00 PM +11:00
0.0000Absolute Essentials – Hanafi Fiqh
This is a FREE 12-week course, taught by Ustadh Abdul Hadi Shah-Idil, covering the personally obligatory knowledge pertaining to: - Purification - Prayer - Fasting This course is according to the Hanafi School. The content of this class is primarily derived from Marāqī Al-Sa’adāt by Imam Shurunbulālī. Register: http://seekershub.org/sydney/event/absolute-essentials-hanafi-fiqh/ Venue: SeekersHub Sydney 299 Belmore Road Riverwood, NSW 2210 Australia Start: WEDNESDAY NOV 13, 2013 7:30 PM Cost is free. Donations are welcome. This is part of SeekersHub’s Knowledge without Barriers initiative. http://seekersguidance.org/donate/
1/30/2014 12:00:00 AM +11:00
0.0000Absolute Essentials – Shafi’i Fiqh
This is a FREE 12-week course, taught by Imam Afroz Ali, covering the personally obligatory knowledge pertaining to: - Purification - Prayer - Fasting This course is according to the Shafi’i School, and is based on the text Safina al-Naja. Register: http://seekershub.org/sydney/event/absolute-essentials-shafii-fiqh/ Venue: SeekersHub Sydney 299 Belmore Road Riverwood, NSW 2210 Australia Start: THURSDAY NOV 14, 2013 7:30 PM Cost is free. Donations are welcome. This is part of SeekersHub’s Knowledge without Barriers initiative. http://seekersguidance.org/donate/
1/30/2014 12:00:00 AM +11:00
0.0000Walking the Way of Light
*** Live Class starts January 25th, 2014 at Islamic Information and Dawah Centre, Toronto *** Global delayed telecast starts from 26th January, 2014. Register for LIVE class (Toronto): http://seekershub.org/class/walking-the-way-of-light/ Sydney Class: http://seekershub.org/sydney/event/walking-the-way-of-light/ The key to successful seeking of knowledge is having clarity of purpose, and soundness of pursuit. Clear purpose is seeking Allah Most High through one’s knowledge and through acting upon that knowledge. Soundness of pursuit is through upholding proper manners (adab) in seeking knowledge. One of the most comprehensive and blessed sources for the proper manners of seeking knowledge is the Book of Knowledge from Imam Bukhari’s Sahih, the most authoritative and authentic collection of Prophetic narrations (hadith) ever compiled. In ten lessons, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani will explain key principles of seeking knowledge from the “comprehensive speech” of the Beloved Messenger of Allah (peace & blessings be upon him & his folk).
1/25/2014 2:00:00 PM +11:00
0.0000Mawlid Australia - Newcastle, 2014
Rabi’ ul-Awwal is the spiritual Spring of the heart; the lunar month commemorating the birth of the Final Messenger (peace and blessings be upon him), The Beloved of God, The Exalted. SeekersHub Sydney and Islamic Centre of Newcastle invites the general public to participate in morning of Praise of the Beloved, as directed by God Almighty in the Qur’an. With Special Guests, The Singapore Haqqani Ensemble In Partnership with Islamic Centre of Newcastle, join us for breakfast, followed by Mawlid. Register: http://seekershub.org/sydney/event/mawlidaustralia-2014/
1/19/2014 8:30:00 AM +11:00
0.0000Mawlid Australia 2014
Singing Praise of the Beloved Under Southern Skies Rabi’ ul-Awwal is the spiritual Spring of the heart; the lunar month commemorating the birth of the Final Messenger (peace and blessings be upon him), The Beloved of God, The Exalted. SeekersHub Sydney invites the general public to participate in an evening of Praise of the Beloved, as directed by God Almighty in the Qur’an. Join our special guests, the Singapore Haqqani Ensemble, in a melodious recital under the Southern Skies of Australia. Register: http://seekershub.org/sydney/event/mawlidaustralia-2014/
1/18/2014 7:00:00 PM +11:00
0.0000SeekersHub Sydney - Rabbi ul-Awwal 1435 Crescent Sighting
The topocentric New Moon Conjunction for the lunar month of Rabbi ul-Awwal will occur on Wednesday, the 1st of January 2014, at 22:52 AEDT (10.52pm Sydney time). The correct date to observe the crescent of Rabbi ul-Awwal is upon sunset of Thursday, the 2nd of January, 2014 Everyone is welcome to come and participate in the Sunnah of the Prophet peace be upon him! We will have the opportunity to pray maghrib together InshAllah. For more information please contact Taymour Nabulsi at tnabulsi@alghazzali.org or on 0403779829
1/2/2014 8:00:00 PM +11:00
0.0000Brotherhood Summer Camp
Brotherhood Summer Camp 7 Days of Spiritual Adventure with Imam Afroz Ali * Extreme Activities * Qasidas Under Southern Stars * Spiritual Mentoring Don't miss this opportunity to join a small group of like-minded brothers, for a motivating spiritual retreat, coupled with some extreme sports activities. Where: North Coast NSW (4hrs North from Sydney) When: December 21st - 28th, 2013 Cost: $300 per person fully inclusive Contact: aali@alghazzali.org
12/28/2013 12:00:00 AM +11:00
0.0000FREE Live Course - Al-Adhkar of Imam Nawawi - Sh Omar Qureshi
Please note: the classes have changed from weekly to fortnightly. Live classes will be held fortnightly on Monday at 8pm (NewYork) | 5pm (LosAngeles) | 11am Sydney (Tuesday morning) | 8am Singapore(Tuesday morning)| 12am London(Tuesday morning) | 3 am Makkah (Tuesday morning) This course focuses on the nature of remembrance (dhikr) in the life of a Muslim, and is based on Al-Adhkar of Imam Nawawi. For more information visit: http://seekersguidance.org/courses/SHLIV150
12/24/2013 11:00:00 AM +11:00
0.0000The Revival Circle: Reading Ghazali's Ihya `Ulum al-Din
This live class is held every Sunday from 9am - 11am Toronto time. Join us online, or in person at Malton Islamic Centre. For address and map please click on: http://ow.ly/qXIpK In this class, we will be covering two Books of Hujjat al-Islam Imam Abu Hamid al-Ghazali’s Revival of the Islamic Sciences (Ihya’ `Ulum al-Din): (1) Book 2: The Principles of Islamic Belief (2) Book 13: Earning a Living For Local Toronto class, please register here: http://seekershub.org/class/the-revival-circle-reading-ghazalis-ihya-ulum-al-din To watch online: https://connectpro63899978.adobeconnect.com/_a994609433/seekershub/ Register for course resources, recordings, and discussion forum. http://seekersguidance.org/courses/SHLIV130
12/8/2013 9:00:00 AM -05:00
0.0000Etiquettes of the Seeker
A 10-Lesson SeekersCircle for Commentary and Counsel by Imam Afroz Ali Based on Imam Zarnuji’s “Ta’līm al Mutallim Tariq al Ta’allum” (Instructing the Student on the Manner of Learning) For many ambitious seekers who embark on a spiritual journey to acquire knowledge to know and worship their Lord, the first question they ask themselves is “What should I study?”. Before asking this, there is another very important question to find the answer to, which is “How do I study?” Imam al-Zarnuji, writing in the 5th century Hijra (12th centruy CE), answered this important question with his book entitled ”Instructing the Student on the Manner of Learning” (Ta'līm al-Muta'allim Tarīq al-Ta'allum).This course will delve into this amazing book to unlock some of the secrets of attaining knowledge. Everyone is welcome to participate in this telecast SeekersCircle. WHEN: Telecast begins on Friday 11th of October 2013 – Over 10 weeks WHERE: SeekersHub Sydney - 299 Belmore Rd, Riverwood COST: Free (Donations welcome) REGISTER: http://seekershub.org/sydney/event/etiquettes-of-the-seeker/ Find out more about SeekersCirlces - http://seekersguidance.org/seekerscircles/ Register for other Australian SeekersCircle locations - http://seekershub.org/sydney/event/etiquettes-of-the-seeker/ Enquiries - circles@seekersguidance.org
12/6/2013 12:00:00 AM +11:00
0.0000SeekersHub Sydney - Safar 1435 Crescent Sighting
The topcentric New Moon Conjunction for the lunar month of Safar will occur on Tuesday, the 3rd of December 2013, at 10:42 AEDT (10.42am Sydney time). The correct date to observe the crescent of Safar is upon sunset of Tuesday, the 3rd of December, 2013. Everyone is welcome to come and participate in the Sunnah of the Prophet peace be upon him! We will have the opportunity to pray maghrib together InshAllah. For more information please contact Taymour Nabulsi at tnabulsi@alghazzali.org or on 0403779829
12/3/2013 7:45:00 PM +11:00
0.0000Fiqh of Menstruation – Shafi’i Fiqh
This is a 3-week course, taught by Ustadha Raidah, covering the personally obligatory knowledge pertaining to menstruation, lochia and irregular bleeding. The content of this class is derived from the texts Al-Maqasid and Matn of Abu Shuja. Among the topics covered are: - Definition of menstruation, - Lochia and irregular bleeding, - Unlawful actions during a state of major ritual impurity, and - Obligatory and recommended acts during ghusl (ritual bath). Classes are on every Tuesday. There is a break on 19th Nov. Cost is free. Donations are welcome. Register: http://seekershub.org/sydney/event/fiqh-of-menstruation-shafii-fiqh/ This is part of SeekersHub’s Knowledge without Barriers initiative. http://seekersguidance.org/donate/
12/3/2013 12:00:00 AM +11:00
0.0000Shaykh Dr. Gibril Fouad Haddad || Forty Hadiths on Mercy and Those Who Are Merciful
In all ages, but especially this day and age, we are in need of understanding mercy. Parents, teachers, students, leaders, community members, etc, all need to understand what mercy really is. In this four part course, Shaykh Gibril Haddad will cover Ibn Tulun's "Forty Hadiths on Mercy and Those Who Are Merciful”. This compilation of hadiths is available online in Arabic here. Register: http://seekersguidance.org/courses/SHLIV217 Shaykh Gibril will translate each hadith into English during the classes, and recommends that students write them down on the spot. This live class will be held on Sundays at 9:30am Toronto | 6:30am Los Angeles | 2:30pm UK | 4:30pm Makkah | 12:30pm Sydney Over four classes, Shaykh Gibril will be teaching Ibn Tulun's "Forty Hadiths on Mercy and Those Who Are Merciful”.
12/1/2013 8:30:00 AM -05:00
0.0000SeekersHub Sydney - Muharram 1435 Crescent Sighting
The topocentric New Moon Conjunction for the lunar month of Muharram 1435 will occur on Monday, the 4th of November 2013, at 00:21 AEST (00.21am Sydney time). The correct date to observe the crescent of Muharram is upon sunset of Monday, the 4th of November, 2013. Everyone is welcome to come and participate in the Sunnah of the Prophet peace be upon him! We will have the opportunity to pray maghrib together InshAllah. For more information please contact Taymour Nabulsi at tnabulsi@alghazzali.org or on 0403779829
11/4/2013 7:10:00 PM +11:00
0.0000Knowing the Messiah: Lessons from the Life of Jesus
Shaykh Rami Nsour and Ustadh Ali Ataie will join forces in Houston to bring you this captivating seminar on 'Knowing the Messiah: Lessons from the Life of Jesus' Each Prophet had a message to bring to his people. The life of Jesus (‘alayhi salam) offers much to the current generation, Muslim and non-Muslim. Join Shaykh Rami and Ustadh Ali Ataie as they cover important stories and lessons from the life of Jesus (‘alayhi salam) and how we can reflect on these in our current condition. Register - http://seekers.nationbuilder.com/knowing_the_messiah
10/26/2013 11:00:00 AM -05:00
0.0000Seeking Knowledge in the Digital Age
In a time where our lives seem to be surrounded by electronic devices, are we able to hold onto traditional and sacred knowledge without compromise? Shaykh Rami Nsour, Dean of Academics at SeekersHub Global, and Ustadh Ali Ataie will come together for this short but timely discussion on how we can seek the knowledge of our Deen in the Digital Age. Register - http://seekers.nationbuilder.com/seeking_houston
10/25/2013 7:30:00 PM -05:00
0.0000Etiquettes of the Seeker
A 10-Lesson SeekersCircle for Commentary and Counsel by Imam Afroz Ali Based on Imam Zarnuji’s “Ta’līm al Mutallim Tariq al Ta’allum” (Instructing the Student on the Manner of Learning) For many ambitious seekers who embark on a spiritual journey to acquire knowledge to know and worship their Lord, the first question they ask themselves is “What should I study?”. Before asking this, there is another very important question to find the answer to, which is “How do I study?” Imam al-Zarnuji, writing in the 5th century Hijra (12th centruy CE), answered this important question with his book entitled ”Instructing the Student on the Manner of Learning” (Ta'līm al-Muta'allim Tarīq al-Ta'allum).This course will delve into this amazing book to unlock some of the secrets of attaining knowledge. Everyone is welcome to participate in this telecast SeekersCircle. WHEN: Telecast begins on Friday 11th of October 2013 – Over 10 weeks WHERE: SeekersHub Sydney - 299 Belmore Rd, Riverwood COST: Free (Donations welcome) REGISTER: http://seekershub.org/sydney/event/etiquettes-of-the-seeker/ Find out more about SeekersCirlces - http://seekersguidance.org/seekerscircles/ Register for other Australian SeekersCircle locations - http://seekershub.org/sydney/event/etiquettes-of-the-seeker/ Enquiries - circles@seekersguidance.org
10/11/2013 7:30:00 PM +11:00
0.0000Etiquettes of the Seeker
A 10-Lesson SeekersCircle for Commentary and Counsel by Imam Afroz Alii Based on Imam Zarnuji’s “Ta’līm al Mutallim Tariq al Ta’allum” (Instructing the Student on the Manner of Learning) For many ambitious seekers who embark on a spiritual journey to acquire knowledge to know and worship their Lord, the first question they ask themselves is “What should I study?”. Before asking this, there is another very important question to find the answer to, which is “How do I study?” Imam al-Zarnuji, writing in the 5th century Hijra (12th centruy CE), answered this important question with his book entitled ”Instructing the Student on the Manner of Learning” (Ta'līm al-Muta'allim Tarīq al-Ta'allum).This course will delve into this amazing book to unlock some of the secrets of attaining knowledge. Everyone is welcome to participate in this telecast SeekersCircle. WHEN: Telecast begins on Friday 11th of October 2013 – Over 10 weeks WHERE: At a SeekersCircle near you! COST: Free (Donations welcome) Find out more - http://seekersguidance.org/seekerscircles/ Register for Australian SeekersCircle locations - http://seekershub.org/sydney/event/etiquettes-of-the-seeker/ Enquiries - circles@seekersguidance.org
10/11/2013 12:00:00 AM +00:00
0.0000SeekersConversations: The Middle Way – Avoiding Extremes
SeekersConversations The Middle Way – Avoiding Extremes With Shaykh Faraz Rabbani & Imam Afroz Ali Facilitated by Ustadha Raidah Shah Idil 7:30pm 6th of October 299 Belmore Road, RIVERWOOD 2210 An evening of discussion and insight on the causes and cures of extremist behaviour, and how the community can address the crisis in education and spiritual vacuum which can produce disturbed and distorted understandings. SeekersConversations address issues affecting our communities, discussed over light refreshments. Cost: Free. This is part of Knowledge without Barriers (donations welcome)
10/6/2013 7:30:00 PM +11:00
0.0000The Art of Living and Earning Right || The Art of Giving
A two day, two part seminar with Shaykh Faraz Rabbani and Imam Afroz Ali Shaykh Faraz Rabbani: The Art of Living and Earning Right Imam Afroz Ali: The Art of Giving Don't forget to register online: http://seekershub.org/sydney/event/newchapter/ Time: 9:30am - 4:30pm Saturday 5th October 9:30am - 4:30pm Sunday 6th October Cost: Free. This is part of Knowledge without Barriers (donations welcome) SeekersHub Sydney: 299 Belmore Rd Riverwood, NSW 2210 Australia Phone: Erin 0404046470 / Sharif 0414677919
10/6/2013 12:00:00 AM +10:00
0.0000The Shimmering Light - Mawlid
The Shimmering Light In praise of Prophet Muhammad 7:30pm 5th of October 299 Belmore Road, RIVERWOOD 2210 Families welcome! Light refreshments provided The Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace) said, "If you pass by the gardens of paradise, then sit in them." When asked what the "gardens of paradise" are, he replied, "The circles of remembrance." Sit with us as we engage in remembrance of Allah and praise of the Prophet (upon him be peace). During the Mawlid we will recite Habib Umar's "The Shimmering Light" and other songs of praise. Cost: Free. This is part of Knowledge without Barriers (donations welcome) Don't forget to register online: http://seekershub.org/sydney/event/newchapter/
10/5/2013 7:30:00 PM +10:00
0.0000SeekersHub Sydney - Dhul Hijja 1434 Crescent Sighting
The topocentric New Moon Conjunction for the lunar month of Dhul Hijja (therefore ‘Eid-ul-Adha’) 1434 will occur on Saturday, the 5th of October 2013, at 10:28 AEST (10.28am Sydney time). The correct date to observe the crescent of Dhul Hijja is upon sunset of Saturday, the 5th of October, 2013. Everyone is welcome to come and participate in the Sunnah of the Prophet peace be upon him! We will have the opportunity to pray maghrib together InshAllah. For more information please contact Taymour Nabulsi at tnabulsi@alghazzali.org or on 0403779829
10/5/2013 5:30:00 PM +10:00
0.0000Introduction to the Science of Hadith: Ibn Hajar's Nukhbat al-Fikar
Register at http://seekersguidance.org/courses/SHLIV215 Please note that the first live class is on Sunday August 11th. Registered students will gain access to the course material on Monday August 5th. Classes will be held on Sundays at 9:30am Toronto | 6:30am Los Angeles | 2:30pm UK | 4:30pm Makkah | 11:30pm Sydney One of the key sciences that one must learn to truly understand the Hadith, its verification and its transmission, is the technical terminology of the codification of Hadith (mustalah al hadith). A primer on Hadith terminology that has been taught for centuries is the book Nukhbatul al Fikar by the great Hadith Master Ibn Hajar al-Asqalani. http://seekersguidance.org/teachers/gibril-fouad-haddad This course, taught by Shaykh Dr. Gibril Fouad Haddad, will cover the entire book in a series of live sessions. This course by Shaykh Gibril is a must for seekers of knowledge who have not had any exposure to Hadith science as well as those who have. Note that during classes the text will be read in Arabic, and translated into English, with discussion in English. This courses is FREE - Powered by YOUR generosity. continue supporting Seekers Global in bringing quality Sacred Knowledge to everyone, everywhere. http://seekersguidance.org/donate/
9/22/2013 9:30:00 AM -04:00
0.0000Stories of the Scholars: Past & Present [2nd Broadcast time]
Concern of True Seekers: Examples From Living Scholars Please join us for this very special student assembly entitled: Stories of the Scholars: Past & Present on September 7th, 2013 where our teachers will connect our hearts to some of the greatest scholars our tradition has produced. Register for a FREE course http://seekersguidance.org/courses During this assembly you will: - Learn about some of the greatest living scholars of our time - Receive invaluable counsel from SeekersHub Global faculty Date: 7th September [Note: this assembly will be rebroadcast - see here] Time: 6pm Los Angeles | 9pm Toronto, New York | 2am UK | 11am (Sunday) Sydney Location: Online live or from SeekersHub Toronto Speakers: - Shaykh Faraz Rabbani (Canada) - Shaykh Rami Nsour (USA) Hosted By: Abrar Qadir, Development Manager for SeekersHub Global JOIN ONLINE HERE: http://www.livestream.com/seekersguidance
9/8/2013 11:00:00 AM +10:00
0.0000Stories of the Scholars: Past & Present [First Broadcast Time]
Concern of True Seekers: Examples From Living Scholars Please join us for this very special student assembly entitled: Stories of the Scholars: Past & Present on September 7th, 2013 where our teachers will connect our hearts to some of the greatest scholars our tradition has produced. Register for a FREE course http://seekersguidance.org/courses During this assembly you will: - Learn about some of the greatest living scholars of our time - Have an opportunity to have your questions answered - Receive invaluable counsel from SeekersHub Global faculty Date: 7th September [Note: this assembly will be rebroadcast - see here https://www.facebook.com/events/159702547558316 ] Time: 1pm Los Angeles | 4pm Toronto, New York | 9pm UK | 6am (Sunday) Sydney Location: Online live or from SeekersHub Toronto Speakers: - Shaykh Faraz Rabbani (Canada) - Shaykh Rami Nsour (USA) Hosted By: Abrar Qadir, Development Manager for SeekersHub Global JOIN ONLINE HERE: http://www.livestream.com/seekersguidance
9/7/2013 4:00:00 PM -04:00
0.0000Morning Invocations - Sydney in Spring
Register: http://www.alghazzali.org/events/invocations_syd_sep_2013 Where: Robertson Park, Military Road, Watsons Bay. FREE. Everyone is welcome! A light Breakfast will be provided. Bring warm drinks and snacks to share. What to bring: Rugs or chairs to sit on. Prayer mats. Warm clothes. Time: 4:30am (Prior to Fajr) More info and registration: http://www.alghazzali.org/events/invocations_syd_sep_2013 Join us as we welcome the turn of season, springtime in Sydney brings beauty to the outdoors. SeekersHub Sydney welcomes you to our Morning Invocations this Spring. With the opportunity to recharge by the water, come together with your brothers and sisters to experience sunrise on the beach. After praying Fajr together and a morning filled with remembrance of the Divine, enjoy a light breakfast as the day is welcomed by the warms rays of the sun. Attendees are requested to bring a rug or mat for their comfort. As the weather may be mild, we suggest rugging up so you can enjoy the morning to it's fullest. Hope to see you there inshaAllah!
9/8/2013 5:00:00 AM +10:00
0.0000SeekersHub Sydney - Dhul Qa'ida 1434 Crescent Sighting
The Sydney community is invited to Peace Park for the observation of the crescent of Dhul Qa'ida 1434. The topocentric New Moon Conjunction for the lunar month of Dhul Qa'ida will occur on Thursday, the 5th of Sepetember 2013, at 22:28 AEST (10:28pm Sydney time). The correct date to observe the crescent of Dhul Qa'ida is upon sunset of Friday, the 6th of September. Everyone is welcome to come and participate in the Sunnah of the Prophet peace be upon him! We will have the opportunity to pray maghrib together InshAllah. For more information please contact Taymour Nabulsi at tnabulsi@alghazzali.org or on 0403779829
9/6/2013 5:25:00 PM +10:00
0.0000Ramadan: Fasting For Love
What: Fasting for Love Ramadan Webinar When: July 20, 6pm EST (Convert to your time zone here: http://timeanddate.com/s/2dt9 ) Where: Online via livestream everywhere! This FREE webinar is part of Knowledge without Barriers, powered by your generosity. http://seekers.nationbuilder.com/ Who: Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, Imam Afroz Ali, Imam Zaid Shakir, Shaykh Rami Nsour, Ustadha Zaynab Ansari, Shaykh Abdul Karim Yahya, Shaykh Bilal Ansari, and more. Log on and join the SeekersHub Global community for a Webinar on seeking God's love in Ramadan. With a focus on the inner dimensions of fasting, renowned scholars will share reflections and advice on drawing closer to Allah during Ramadan, and making Divine Love a priority in your life. Our scholars will share gems from their teachers, and reflect on Ibn Ajiba’s and Imam Ghazali’s insights into the spiritual realities of Ramadan. Join Seekers in all corners of the world, as we meet online to foster unity, and prepare our hearts and minds for the higher objectives of the Holy month.
7/20/2013 6:00:00 PM -04:00
0.0000Knowledge without Barriers || UK Tour || June 13-25
Tour Page, and Schedule is now live: http://seekersguidance.org/uktour/ Over the past few years Islamic learning has seen a revolution – as young scholars have returned to the United Kingdom, North America and Europe to teach & help bring hearts and communities to life. SeekersHub Global has become one of the premier global providers of high quality Sacred Knowledge which is in the English language. In addition, with the emergence of the SeekersHubs in Toronto & Sydney, and the growth of the SeekersCircles around the world, SeekersHub Global is beginning to bridge the gap between virtual and real learning communities. In this time of growth and building, it is necessary to connect and collaborate. Finding common ground and addressing difficult issues is vital if learning communities are going to engage and be self sustainable. SeekersHub Global is engaged in innovative and pioneering experiments of how to facilitate the acquisition of knowledge in the world of Facebook, Twitter, Shaykh Google and Webinars. Knowledge Without Barriers UK Tour We are blessed to host this special visit from two leading visionaries in this field hailing from opposite ends of the world. Shaykh Faraz Rabbani (Canada) & Imam Afroz Ali (Australia) will be involved in an 12-city tour blitz which aims to inspire hearts and provoke minds of Muslims across the country. “Knowledge Without Barriers: Bringing Hearts and Communities to Life” will visit London, Oxford, Milton Keynes, Luton, Cambridge, Cardiff, Liverpool, Manchester, Bradford, Preston, Solihull, Nottingham & Liverpool. These two indomitable scholars have a powerful mission to share: to revolutionise the understanding of how significant the quest for knowledge is its significance, and the means of acquiring it in our modern wired world. The two scholars - though geographically a world apart - are united in their efforts to find new ways of disseminating relevant knowledge of the Islamic faith for both the ardent seeker and the pedestrian student. Tour Hosts & Organisers Radical Middle Way, SA'ADAH and the network of national partners have a decided focus on how knwoledge, scholarship and learning can help facilitate and support individuals, organisations and communities to become “service” oriented who are committed to connecting spirituality & social action for the common good. We look forward to welcoming you all on this forthcoming UK Tour and more details on the full schedule will appear below. At your service, SA’ADAH & Radical Middle Way Tour Operation Lead: Waseem Mahmood: 07745646068 Here is a brief video on Seekers Story: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=riu_jHj_wVQ
6/24/2013 12:00:00 AM +01:00
0.0000The Book on Love, Longing, Intimacy, and Contentment with Shaykh Yahya Rhodus
Ths is a FREE MCC Seminar "Imam Ghazali's Book 36 of The Revival of the Religious Sciences" (Ihya’ Ulum al-Din) Saturday June 22nd 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM (Pacific Time) This Seminar will also be LIVESTREAMED: http://www.livestream.com/SeekersGuidance 1pm NY/Toronto || 6pm London || 3am Sydney Shaykh Yahya Rhodus will be doing a seminar at MCC. We will study Book 36 of the Ihya', The Book on Love, Longing, Intimacy, and Contentment. More info on Shaykh Yahya http://seekersguidance.org/teachers/yahya-rhodus.
6/22/2013 10:00:00 AM -07:00
0.0000Exploring the Qur’an: A Reflection upon the Book of God with Shaykh Yahya Rhodus
"(This is) a Book which We have sent down to you, full of blessings, so that they may ponder over its verses, and that men of understanding may remember” [38:29] During the live classes, Shaykh Yahya Rhodus will take the student on a journey with the Qur’an by pointing to meanings and wisdoms through the Arabic language, historical contexts, and themes of the Qur’an. This course is for students looking to build a deep connection with the Qur’an and looking to increase their comprehension of the Qur’an. Students will be able to experience the Qur’an how it was revealed upon the companions when they heard it for the first time. REGISTER http://seekersguidance.org/courses/SHLIV210 Sundays at 5pm Toronto, New York |2pm California | 10pm London |7am (Monday) Sydney |12am (Monday) Makkah Upon registering for this course, students will receive email notification of how to join the live class each week. REGISTER http://seekersguidance.org/courses/SHLIV210
6/2/2013 5:00:00 PM -04:00
0.0000Knowledge Without Barriers - Bay Area Tour
Assalam Alaikum California! We would like to invite you to join Shaykh Faraz Rabbani as he visit the West Coast. Not only will he be delivering a series of talks and fundraisers, he will be giving the Friday sermon at two of the local organisations. Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Friday 31st May, MCC East Bay at 1:15pm Address: 5724 W Las Positas Blvd, #300, Pleasanton, CA 94588 Visit the website for more information on the other events http://seekersguidance.org/kwb-bay/
6/2/2013 12:00:00 AM -07:00
0.0000Why Can't We Get Married?
Why Can't We Get Married? SeekersConversation When: Saturday 1st June, 2013 Time: 6:30 pm Venue: Novotel Olympic Boulevard, Sydney Olympic Park. Homebush Cost: Entry by donation. This is part of the Knowledge Without Barriers initiative. (http://seekers.nationbuilder.com/) Enquiries: Tel: (02) 9708 1539 Email: raidah@alghazzali.org CLICK HERE TO REGISTER http://www.alghazzali.org/events/seekersconvo_syd_jun_2013 Our SeekersConversation evenings involve open, safe, courteous and honest discussions on issues affecting the Muslim community specifically in Sydney, and generally the wider global Muslim community. This SeekersConversation will discuss the challenges Muslims face in getting married. The panelists come from diverse backgrounds and share a common concern for the community. Ustadh Aminudin Abd Majid, Sister Asme Fahmi, Sister Sana Gillani and Brother Feroz Sattar will share their viewpoints and possible solutions. To encourage honest and safe discussions, the floor will be opened for audience participation. Ustadha Raidah Shah Idil will be facilitating.
6/1/2013 7:00:00 PM +10:00
0.0000Mizaan Living Essential Oils Workshop
Essential Oils Workshop A Mizaan Living program Our Mizaan Living program is back. In this workshop we learn and explore the nature and properties of Essential Oils. Discover what the power of dōTERRA (CPTG) Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade® Essential Oils are able to do for yourself and your family's health & well being. Come, explore and contribute in this workshop that brings back the Mizaan or balance into our lives! The workshop is facilitated by Physioils & Purest Essential Oils Global. When: Sunday 26th May, 2013 Time: 5:30pm for a 6:00pm start Venue: Forest Room 2 , Novotel Hotel, Olympic Boulevard, Olympic Park, NSW 2127. Parking available at hotel or nearby parking bays. Cost: FREE, by donation. This is part of the Knowledge Without Barriers initiative. Enquiries: Tel: (02) 9708 1539 Email: farah@alghazzali.org CLICK HERE TO REGISTER http://alghazzali.org/events/mizaan_living_essoils_syd_may_2013
5/26/2013 6:00:00 PM +10:00
0.0000On Knowing Yourself to Know God
On Knowing Yourself to Know God A 10-week SeekersCirclewith Imam Afroz Ali, based on Imam Ghazzali’s Alchemy of Happiness Register: http://alghazzali.org/events/alchemy101 UPDATE: Classes resume on 12th April due to Imam Afroz Ali travelling for the Malaysian SeekersRetreat. When: LIVE classes commencing 22nd Feb 2013 in Sydney, Newcastle and Melbourne. Recorded Telecast in Brisbane commencing on March 1st, 2013. Over 10 lessons. Time: 7:30pm – 9:30pm (AEDT). Cost: FREE, by donation. This is part of the Knowledge Without Barriers initiative. (http://www.seekersguidance.org/donate) Register: http://alghazzali.org/events/alchemy101
5/24/2013 12:00:00 AM +10:00
0.0000Student Assembly: Stories of the Scholars - 5pm EDT THIS SUNDAY
Please join us for part-one of this very special two-part student assembly entitled: Stories of the Scholars: Past & Present on May 5th, 2013 where our teachers will connect our hearts to some of the greatest scholars our tradition has produced. JOIN ONLINE HERE THIS SUNDAY: http://www.livestream.com/seekersguidance During this assembly you will: - Learn about some of the greatest scholars in Islamic history - Have an opportunity to have your questions answered - Receive invaluable counsel from SeekersHub Global faculty Date: Sunday, May 5th, 2013 (THIS SUNDAY) Time: 2pm Los Angeles | 5pm Toronto, New York | 10pm UK | 7am (Monday) Sydney Location: Online live or from SeekersHub Toronto Speakers: - Shaykh Faraz Rabbani (Canada), speaking about Imam Abu Hanifa - Shaykh Rami Nsour (USA), speaking about Imam Malik - Imam Afroz Ali (Australia), speaking about Imam Ghazali Hosted By: Abrar Qadir, Development Manager for SeekersHub Global JOIN ONLINE HERE: http://www.livestream.com/seekersguidance
5/5/2013 5:00:00 PM -04:00
0.0000On Knowing Yourself to Know God
Live from 22nd February, 2013 Global telecast begins 1st March, 2013 Please see link for circles in your area: http://seekersguidance.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/SeekersCircles-Locations-and-Contact-Information.pdf Of the many of Imam Ghazzali’s masterpieces, one of them, Alchemy of Happiness, is amongst the most crucial of his works. In his introductory chapter, he states, “Know that the key to the knowledge of God, may He be Exalted and Glorified, is knowledge of oneself, for it has been said, ‘He who knows himself knows is Lord.’ And it is for this reason The Creator Most High revealed, ‘We shall show them signs on the horizons and within themselves, so that it will become evidently clear to them the Truth.” You are closest to yourself, and how are we to know anything else if we do not know ourselves: what faculties exist in ourselves and how they function from which manifests our outward behaviour? We are more than a body of flesh with physical eyes, ears and limbs. We have an origin and we have a journey beyond here. The knowledge about these matters is crucial to be able to firstly live a full life, and secondly with a clear and true purpose which does not deceive you. This weekly study circle covers the chapter “On Knowing Oneself and God” of the classic work "Alchemy of Happiness", divided into ten lessons. SeekersCircles are free telecast courses provided to registered study-circles across the world. Visit http://www.SeekersGuidance.org/SeekersCircles for more information about SeekersCircles and how to bring one to your local community. SeekersCircle is part of Knowledge Without Barriers http://www.seekersguidance.org/donate
4/26/2013 12:00:00 AM +11:00
0.0000SeekersRetreat 2013 - Malaysia
- Be In This World, But As A Stranger - SeekersRetreat 2013 - A Journey of Revival Date: 27th March - 3rd April (inclusive) Cost: AU$1250 per person (approx. $150/night) Location: Johor Bahru, Malaysia Enquiries: Tel: (02) 9708 1539 | Email: academydirector@alghazzali.org An 8-Day Retreat to experience Being In This World but as a Stranger REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED - FOR MORE INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION, GO TO http://alghazzali.org/events/seekersretreat2013. Event Outline ======== An urgent Revival is needed within humanity, and the Community of the Final Messenger, upon whom be peace and blessings of God The exalted, have been empowered with the tools for such revival. The human has become "of the world", a consumer and lover of this ephemeral world, and the Believer is no exception to have fallen into this fundamental human suffering- desire of material things and pursuit through it happiness. The Prophetic Tradition warns us against such a destructive path, and informs us to be in this world but as a stranger, a wayfarer transiting through it. Four esteemed Teachers are lined up for this SeekersRetreat to revive our spirit, guide our orientation and awaken us to the reality of the Path that leads to true happiness: 1. Shaykh Faraz Rabbani (SeekersHub Toronto) 2. Shaykh Afeefuddin al-Jailani (Darul Jailani, Malaysia) 3. Shaykh Yahya Rhodus (SeekersHub Online) 4. Imam Afroz Ali (SeekersHub Sydney) The entire curriculum will be based on the authoritative classical texts on the subject authored by some of the most distinguished Classical Scholars like Imam Ghazzali. The program will not only cover content from the text, but provide clear practical advice on how to implement them in order to transform your lives in which the ultimate concern is your Almighty Lord. To assist in experiencing an awakening of the heart to the ultimate concern, and to reflect on the teachings surrounded by the beauty of nature, SeekersRetreat 2013 be honoured by the participation of the Singapore Haqqani Ensemble. SeekersRetreat 2013- Malaysia will help you achieve: - A Revitalised Body - A Rejuvenated Mind - Revived Heart You are invited to 7 nights and 8 days of inspiring knowledge, moving spiritual renditions, noble companionship and a much needed spiritual revival - join us!
3/27/2013 12:00:00 AM +00:00
0.0000FREE Live Course - Al-Adhkar of Imam Nawawi
Al-Adhkar of Imam Nawawi With Shaykh Omar Qureshi To join this FREE class visit http://seekersguidance.org/courses/SHLIV150 (This course is FREE due to Knowledge Without Barriers - http://www.seekersguidance.org/donate) This course focuses on the nature of remembrance (dhikr) in the life of a Muslim. Muslim scholars have written extensively on the nature of remembrance and supplications generating a rich genre of literature beginning with Qadi Abu Yusuf (d. 182 A.H.) and continuing up to our times. The most notable and widely accepted book in this genre of literature is Imam Nawawi’s (Allah be pleased with him) Kitab al-Adhkar. We will, by the grace of Allah the Exalted, be reading this book in its entirety. Imam Nawawi intended this book for the layman and the scholar. With over three thousand prophetic traditions (ahadith), the Kitab al-Adhkar provides for us a wealth of legal rulings, principles of the spiritual path and proprieties that relate to remembrance and supplications. Remembrance of Allah the Exalted often presents one with practical difficulties in the life of a Muslim due to many misconceptions regarding many prophetic traditions and legal issues. Kitab al-Adhkar facilitates establishing the remembrance of Allah the Exalted in the life of a Muslim by the sound legal rulings and principles it provides. During the live classes, the text will be read in Arabic with little translation provided. It is geared towards those students who are able to access the Arabic. Assistance with understanding the text will be provided in class, although the focus will be on the various proprieties and legal rulings discussed in the text. Though knowing Arabic will bring about the most benefit in the class, those who do not know Arabic will benefit from the class discussions on the issues raised in the readings. To join this FREE class visit http://seekersguidance.org/courses/SHLIV150
3/15/2013 12:00:00 AM -05:00
0.0000Qur'an Khatm for SeekersHub Sydney
Exciting news for SeekersHub Sydney! We will soon be moving into our new premises, inshaAllah, and thought what better way to mark a new beginning than with a khatm (completion) of Quran? With this khatm, we would like to mark this important era in the life of SeekersHub Sydney with the intention of blessing this move and making it a source of benefit for all those who connect to SeekersHub Sydney. We would like to encourage everyone to recite as much Qur’an as they are able to by signing up for a chapter in the document linked below. May Allah, (Most High) reward you and accept your recitation. http://bit.ly/sydney-khatm Please complete your allocation by Magrib on Sunday 10th March, 2013.
3/10/2013 12:00:00 AM +11:00
0.0000FREE Course - Spiritual Letters: Practical Guidance from Imam Ahmad Sirhindi
Please join this courses by registering at http://seekersguidance.org/courses/SHLIV125 (This course is offered FREE due to Knowledge Without Barriers http://www.seekersguidance.org) In this course, Shaykh Naeem will explore the Collected Letters of Ahmad Sirhindi, Maktubat Imam Rabbani. These letters are a treasure of knowledge for all of those wanting to increase their understanding and practice of the science of spirituality (tasawwuf). Doing so enables one to: • Be focused and serious about self-improvement • Work towards a constant state of awareness of God • Have control over one’s desires and maintain obedience to God at all times • Understand what correct Islamic spirituality is and is not Imam Ahmad Sirhindi was a great Indian scholar of the Naqshabandi tradition and is renowned as one of the revivers of Islamic spirituality. His Letters are one of the most influential writings in Islamic spirituality, covering a diverse range of key topics in a profound yet deeply practical manner, including: • the legal legitimacy and necessity of Sufism as a formalized discipline in context to other sacred disciplines of Islamic knowledge and practice. • the place of traditional (Ahl Sunna wa Jama' ) creed and the importance of the surviving legal schools. • The place of following and emulating of the prophetic precedent (sunna) will be succinctly clarified via the Imam's teachings. • Spiritual perfections and attainment to a realized 'ikhlas'.
3/5/2013 12:00:00 AM -05:00
0.0000Northern California Tour with Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
Shaykh Faraz Rabbani will be travelling to California, USA, from March 1st to 3rd 2013. On Friday, Shaykh Faraz will be giving the Khutbah at MCC Pleasanton. Followed in the evening by Part 1 of “Keeping Our Families Together”, with Part 2 on Saturday. Shaykh will take questions from the audience, give practical adivce, point to the signs of trouble and offer solutions for these troubles. Find out more at the website http://www.mcceastbay.org, registration is essential. On Sunday, Shaykh Faraz will present a fullday workshop on Hanafi Fiqh at Ta’leef Collective. This workshop covering the absolute essentials of purification and prayer according to the Hanafi school of law. This workshop is suitable for beginners as well as those looking for a refresher. Please see the link for more information and to register. Ta’leef Collective – Hanafi Fiqh Intensive , registration is essential. http://taleefpurificationandprayer-es2.eventbrite.com/ FULL SCHEDULE Friday March 1, 1.00pm Jummah Khutbah – MCC Pleasanton Friday March 1, 8.00pm – 9.30pm Part 1: Keeping Our Families Together – MCC Pleasanton Saturday March 2, 9.30am – 4.30pm Part 2: Keeping Our Families Together – MCC Pleasanton Sunday March 3, 10.00am -4.00pm Hanafi Fiqn Intensive – Ta’leef Collective
3/3/2013 12:00:00 AM -08:00
0.0000FREE LIVE COURSE: Intermediate Worship: al-Muqaddima Al-Hadramiyya Explained (Shafi`i Fiqh, in Arabic), Sh Amjad Rashid, Saturdays
Shaykh Dr. Amjad Rashid, is a Jordanian scholar of Islamic law is recognized by leading scholars of our times as a distinguished scholar of the Shafi`i school. This course represents a unique opportunity to study directly under such a distinguished scholar as Shaykh Amjad. Please register here http://seekersguidance.org/courses/SHLIV135. Registration gives you access to online resources, forum, and recordings of weekly lessons for review. This FREE live class is held each week on Saturdays at 5:00am Toronto | 2:00am L.A | 10:00am UK | 1:00pm Makkah | 9:00pm Sydney. Please click here to convert to your time zone http://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/converter.html The Muqaddima Al-Hadramiyyah of al-Imam ‘Abd-Allah Ibn ‘Abd-al-Rahman BaFadl al-Hadrami (d. 918 H) is a summation of the essentials of worship according to the Shafi’i school of Islamic jurisprudence. Like other fiqh texts, a student will encounter the conditions, integrals, recommended measures (mustahabbaat) of the various acts of worship in Islam and what invalidates them. Although focused solely on acts of worship ('ibadat), the Muqaddimah provides the student with further rulings and scenarios extending on those encountered in previous text such as Mukhtasar al-Latif and Matn Abi Shuja'. In this course, Shaykh Amjad Rashid will be taking students through the chapters on purification and prayer, up to the chapters of Hajj,with the goal of not only the practical implementation of the rulings but also to ensure the proper conception of the legal discussions of the jurists. This will allow student of this course to begin to move into the stage of acquiring the habits of mind a scholar of the Sacred Law should possess. Classes will be delivered live online in Arabic and students should commit to attending all of them and participating, in order to fully benefit.
2/28/2013 12:00:00 AM -05:00
0.0000FREE LIVE Course - The Life of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ: Madinan Period
This live class is held each week on Sundays at 2:30 pm Toronto | 11:30am Los Angeles | 7:30pm UK | 10:30pm Makkah | 6:30am (Monday mornings) Sydney. Register Online http://seekersguidance.org/courses/SHLIV175 During the eleven classes, Sayyid Mohammed Assagaf will explore the life of our beloved Prophet (Allah bless him and grant him peace). This course aims to increase one in knowledge and love for the Prophet, and connection to him. This course focuses on the Madinan period (622-630 CE) This class is held live at SeekersHub Toronto (www.SeekersHub.org | 2355 Royal Windsor Dr, Unit 10, Mississauga, ON L5J 1K6 | http://g.co/maps/48urh). In-person attendance is highly encouraged for those who are able. Like all Seekers programs, this class is free--powered by Knowledge Without Barriers. (http://www.seekersguidance.org/donate)
2/24/2013 12:00:00 AM -05:00
0.0000Shaykh Faraz Rabbani - Building Community the Prophetic Way
Shaykh Faraz Rabbani will be visiting the New Jersey and New York areas from the 14th February until the 17th February. Thursday, Feb 14: 7pm Islamic Center of NYU - "Love Don't Cost a Thing: Divine Remedies for Awakening the Heart" (http://www.facebook.com/events/154762791343705) Friday, Feb 15: Princeton University 1pm - Jummah Khutbah 7pm Princeton Mawlid Celebration - Muhammad (s), His Philosophy of Education & Service (http://www.facebook.com/events/139491296211370) Saturday, Feb 16: Islamic Center of Old Bridge 1-4pm- "Successful Marriage: Prophetic Guidance for Lasting Happiness in Marriage" (http://www.facebook.com/events/326947134093094) Sunday, Feb 17: Princeton University 1-4pm- Prophetic Principles in Building Community (http://www.facebook.com/events/134865620014133) Please see the individual events and webpages for more information. http://www.princeton.edu/muslimlife/ Learn about Shaykh Faraz Rabbani here: http://seekersguidance.org/teachers/faraz-rabbani
2/17/2013 12:00:00 AM -05:00
0.0000Purification of the Heart Seminar
Course outline: - Importance of purification and rectification of the heart - Understanding virtues and vices - Purification of the heart from blameworthy traits - Virtuous character Imam al-Ghazali's text, The Forty Foundations of Religion, focuses on the true realities of devotional practices and of our conduct as a human being, i.e., the all-important study of sincerity of intention. It is too easy for the devotional practices to become routine and our character to be tainted with blameworthy traits, thereby removing us from the Favour of Allah. Presented by Imam Afroz Ali, this workshop provides practical guidelines to the important science of purification from blameworthy traits that veil us from true success and attainment of excellence that gain the Acceptance and Favour of Allah. REGISTRATION IS ESSENTIAL Register: http://www.alghazzali.org/events/purification_of_the_heart_melb_2013 Enquiries: 0433 972 659 / academymelbourne@alghazzali.org
1/27/2013 9:30:00 AM +11:00
0.0000xPresso - Dirt! The Movie.
A look at man's relationship with Dirt. Dirt and humans couldn't be closer. We are made of the same stuff. Dirt has given us food, shelter, fuel, medicine, ceramics, flowers, cosmetics and colour - everything needed for our survival. For most of the last ten thousand years we humans understood our intimate bond with dirt and the rest of nature. We took care of the soils that took care of us. But, over time, we lost that connection. Our species became greedy and careless. Inspired by the book Dirt: The Ecstatic Skin of the Earth by William Bryant Logan, the film explores the relationship between humans and soil, including its necessity for human life and impacts by society. The movie was an official nominee for the 2009 Sundance Film Festival and won several other awards. Viewing will be followed by an open forum and discussion for attendees, as well as a Q&A with Imam Afroz Ali. REGISTRATION IS ESSENTIAL Register: http://www.alghazzali.org/events/xpresso_dirt_melb_Jan2013 Enquiries: 0425 858 611 / mizaanmelbourne@alghazzali.org
1/26/2013 7:00:00 PM +11:00
0.0000Ethics of Food Workshop
Major changes in the fields of food and agriculture in recent years, including accelerating technological development, changes in the resource base, and economic and market developments, have brought to the fore a variety of ethical questions of relevance to food security and sustainable rural development. Presented by Imam Afroz Ali, his seminar will look to explore the principles associated with food consumption, including: - What is the real nutritional value of the foods you are consuming? - What types of food are considered to be Halal & Tayyiba? - Why is there so much interest and demand for organic food these days? - How can you create a balanced lifestyle in today's urbanised environment? REGISTRATION IS ESSENTIAL Register: http://www.alghazzali.org/events/mizaan_healthwell_melb_2013 Enquiries: 0425 858 611 / mizaanmelbourne@alghazzali.org
1/26/2013 9:30:00 AM +11:00
0.0000NEW LIVE COURSE: Understanding Islamic Beliefs and Worship, Sh Faraz Rabbani, Wednesdays 7:30pm EST
Seeking clarity about how to worship Allah properly? Want to perform your wudu, prayer, fasts, and other acts of worship according to the example of the Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace)? This course will give you clear, practical guidance on how to worship in a sound manner, and to bring the Prophetic sunna into your acts of turning to Allah. For more information and to register for this course please visit http://seekersguidance.org/courses/SHLIV112 The course also covers Islamic beliefs in a clear and concise manner, answering many of the questions you have about what we believe in and why. This course covers a concise yet clear and comprehensive manual on Islamic beliefs and worship by the 12 Century (Hijri) scholar, Imam Shurunbulali, “Ascent to Felicity.” This text has been ably translated and commented upon by another SeekersGuidance teacher, Shaykh Faraz A. Khan, a student of Shaykh Faraz Rabbani. This live class is held each week on Wednesdays at 7:30pm EST Toronto, New York | 4:30pm PST | 12:30am UK | 2:30am Makkah | 9:30am (Thursdays) Sydney. Please click here to convert to your time zone. To join the class online each week, click on Online Classroom at http://seekershub.org/ (classroom opens 5 minutes before class time). This class is held live at SeekersHub Toronto (www.SeekersHub.org / 2355 Royal Windsor Dr, Unit 10, Mississauga, ON L5J 1K6 / map: http://g.co/maps/48urh). In-person attendance is highly encouraged for those who are able. Like all Seekers programs, this class is free--powered by Knowledge Without Barriers.
12/12/2012 12:00:00 AM -04:00
0.0000Morning Invocations - Melbourne
After a long wait, the next AGC Melbourne Morning Invocations is upon us! With the opportunity to recharge by the sound of the water, come together with your brothers and sisters to experience sunrise on the beach. After praying Fajr together and a morning filled with remembrance of the Divine, enjoy a light breakfast as the day is welcomed by the warms rays of the sun. Date: Sunday 25th November Time: Fajr Prayer: 5:30am (Please come early so that we can pray together on time) Location: Williamstown beach, The Esplanade. Opposite house 108 (Gloucester Reserve) Fee: FREE! Everyone is welcome! http://alghazzali.org/events/invocations_melbourne_4
11/25/2012 5:30:00 AM +11:00
0.0000A Return to the Creed of the Salaf
A 10-week special SeekersCircle, live from Sydney, Australia and telecast to approved Learning Centres around the world. Join Imam Afroz Ali a in a unique SeekersCircle which is a Study of Imam Ghazzali’s Iljām al-‘Awwām ‘an ‘Ilm al-Kalām, also refers to the Translation of Shaykh Abdullah bin Hamid Ali, titled “A Return to Purity In Creed”. A masterpiece that provides unambiguous clarity about what the Early Generations (the Salaf) truly believed and how they understood Islamic Doctrines. The text helps the contemporary Muslim living in the midst of extremes, to return to the Purity of the Islamic Creed. * * * * * * * * * * * What are SeekersCircles? SeekersCircles are free online community-focused study groups (halaqāt) broadcast to centers across the world. Each study group covers key Islamic topics in an inspiring, engaging manner. SeekersCircles are led by top scholars and seeks to promote (1) individual faith and learning and (2) community building by gathering together individuals for Islamic learning in their own community and instilling in them the Prophetic concern for service. For TELECAST information: http://seekersguidance.org/seekerscircles For LIVE classes registration: http://alghazzali.org/events/iljam Enquires: academydirector@alghazzali.org | circles@seekersguidance.org
11/16/2012 7:00:00 PM +11:00
0.0000NEW LIVE COURSE: Exploring the Qur'an: Surah Yasin Explained, Sh Faraz Rabbani, Fridays 7:30pm EST
Exploring The Qur'an - Surah Yasin Explained The Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace) described Surat Yasin as the heart of the Qur’an, because it contains the three essential themes of the Qur’an: (1) a call to Divine Oneness; (2) a consciousness of our duty before God, and the encouragement to turn to Him; and (3) awareness of the reality of death, resurrection, and the afterlife. Please register here http://seekersguidance.org/courses/SHLIV205 to receive all class updates, resources and access to lesson recordings each week. Surat Yasin, which the Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace) encouraged us to recite regularly and reflect upon, gives us reminders of the most important questions of life: why am I here? where I am headed? what should I be doing in life? … and gives us the most beautiful and comprehensive of answers. By looking at the key themes and verse-by-verse study of this powerful chapter of the Qur’an, Shaykh Faraz will help us understand how to bring Surat Yasin "into" one's heart through encouraging its: [a] recitation; [b] memorization; [c] reflection; and [d] realization. Over the ten classes, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani will take the students through the entire chapter, providing commentary on the meanings, spiritual context and numerous everyday lessons that can be derived from each verse. These classes are suitable for all students. This live class is held each week on Fridays at 7:30pm EST Toronto, New York | 4:30pm PST | 12:30am UK | 2:30am Makkah | 9:30am (Saturday) Sydney. Please click here to convert to your time zone. To join the class online each week, click on Online Classroom at http://seekershub.org/ (classroom opens 5 minutes before class time). This class is held live at SeekersHub Toronto (www.SeekersHub.org / 2355 Royal Windsor Dr, Unit 10, Mississauga, ON L5J 1K6 / map: http://g.co/maps/48urh). In-person attendance is highly encouraged for those who are able. Like all Seekers programs, this class is free--powered by Knowledge Without Barriers.
11/16/2012 12:00:00 AM -04:00
0.0000The Immense Ocean - Monthly Qur'an Tafsir based on the works of Ibn 'Ajiba
A FREE program focusing on reflecting on and understanding the verses of the Qur’an through the Science of Tafsir and based on the great commentaries on the Holy Qur’an, this continuing once-a-month course is an excellent program to reconnect to the Divine Revelation- the Holy Qur’an. The program is suitable for all- seekers of Sacred Knowledge, new Muslims as well as people of other Faiths seeking to properly understand Islam and its Message. Commencing with The Opening (Al-Fatiha), based on ibn ‘Ajiba’s Treatise, Tafsir al-Fatiha al-Kabir, the program will draw primarily from his corpus work, Al-Bahr al-Madid (The Immense Ocean) for the remainder of the Chapters of the Qur’an. Al-Bahr al-Madid is the only traditional Qur’anic commentary in existence which gives both outward meanings as well as the spiritual significance for each verse of the Sacred Book. When: Every second Saturday of the month (Except March where it will be on the 3rd of March). Time: 4pm – 5:30 pm Followed by light snacks. Please bring a plate to share. Where: Sydney, Live webcast to Melbourne, Newcastle and Brisbane. Delayed webcast to Perth. Sydney: SeekersHub 1021A Canterbury Road (Cnr. Willeroo Street), Lakemba, NSW 2195. (Entry via Willeroo Street.) Melbourne: Desypher 382F Gore Street, Fitzroy, Victoria 3065. Cost: FREE, by donation. This is part of the Knowledge Without Barriers initiative. Enquiries: Tel- (02) 9708 1539 Sydney Email: academydirector@alghazzali.org Melbourne Email: Email: melbourne@alghazzali.org
11/10/2012 12:00:00 AM +00:00
0.0000Algester Mosque joins '1 Billion Salawat' Day
Algester Mosque will be hosting a group event for ’1 Billion Global Salawat Day‘ When: Sunday, Nov. 4th, 2012 at 7:30pm. Where: Algester Mosque We will begin the evening with collective salutations upon the Prophet (peace be upon him). We will pledge as a group at www.1BillionSalawat.com More about the event from Imam Zaid: Whereas, the sanctity of Islam and Muslims is being violated in myriad ways - innocents are being killed, the social fabric of many Muslim societies is being torn asunder, and the honorable life and legacy of our Prophet, Muhammad, peace upon him, is being assailed in unprecedented and increasingly egregious ways; whereas, collectively, these outrages demonstrate a lack of mercy, compassion and empathy, along with a demeaning of the prophetic legacy; whereas, one of the greatest means we possess to invite the mercy of God into our lives and into our world is the Salawat on the Prophet (peace upon him); we declare Sunday, November 4, 2012, Worldwide Salawat upon Muhammad Day. To commemorate this day, we encourage all Muslims to gather in their mosques, centers and homes for Magrib prayers and then to individually or collectively recite 2,000 Salawats on the Prophet (peace upon him) using the following formula: اللهم صلي على محمد Allahumma Salli ‘Alaa Muhammad (O Allah! Bless Muhammad) …or whatever formula or amount you are comfortable with. We believe that by collectively sending tens of millions, if not billions of Salawats on the Prophet (peace upon him), the silent majority of the world’s Muslims can make an unprecedented appeal in the real theater of power. By so doing, we will, Insha Allah, invite the direct aid of our Lord, bring about a cosmic shift that will affect the balance of worldly power and bring about a divine opening that will bring comfort and healing to the hearts of the believers. Join us in this historic event.
11/4/2012 7:30:00 PM +10:00
0.0000Tasawwuf - The Heart of Islam
The role Tasawwuf plays in Islam is at the core of Islam's message of Peace. It is not an innovated idea but a Divine and Prophetic Call. What Taswwuf is has not only been misunderstood but also wrongly maligned. We invite you to this lecture presentation by Imam Afroz Ali, who will explain what it is and why Tasawwuf is at the heart of Islam.
10/20/2012 6:00:00 PM +10:00
0.0000Knowledge Without Barriers - New York & New Jersey Tour, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, Starts Oct 11
Starting on Thursday October 11th through until Sunday 14th October, SeekersGuidance will be bringing Knowledge Without Barriers to New Jersey. Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, Executive Director of SeekersGuidance, will be delivering a series of programs, from khutbahs to lectures and also community events across the state. Please see the full program below http://www.seekersguidance.org/newjersey Join the Knowledge Without Barriers – New Jersey tour, and benefit from what this tour aims to achieve: 1. Provide you with guidance on issues paramount to the excellence of faith and practise 2. Bring you clarity and give practical solutions to issues of religious concern 3. Inspire you to seek benefit from the Knowledge Without Barriers initiative 4. Motivate you to seek a deeper meaning of your religion which will enable you to practise it with inward and outward excellence. Thursday October 11 7PM - 8:45PM: : North Brunswick Islamic Center (NBIC): Counsel to our Youth - Open Q&A with Shaykh Faraz Rabbani & Imam Khalid Latif 9PM: North Brunswick Islamic Center (NBIC), Weekly Circle of Remembrance Friday October 12 1pm: Jummah Khutbah at Darul Islah: The Young, the Old, and the Restless: Part I Honoring our Elders 7pm: Community night at Darul Islah: The Young, the Old, and the Restless: Part II Loving our Youth Saturday October 13 1:30-5:30 PM: Princeton University: Keys to the Path to God: Exploring the Principles of the Spiritual Path 6:30-9:00PM: Islamic Society of Central Jersey: No Pilgrims Left Behind: Life Lessons of Hajj Sunday October 14 2:00-6:00PM: ICNYU: Zakat: Legal Limits & Spiritual Realities 6:30-8:30PM: ICPC: Diseases of the Heart Halaqa
10/15/2012 12:00:00 AM +00:00
0.0000Rihla 2012 - Camel Safari, Australia
Australian Experience at its Natural Best | Spiritual Awakening under the Southern Stars | Companionship of a Lifetime. ============================================== RIHLA OUTLINE: Following on from Al-Ghazzali Centre's ground-breaking Camel Safari in 2007, join this 5-day camel expedition into the most unique landscape- the Australian desert. The fully-inclusive Rihla is limited to only 15 individuals, to join in an experience of lifetime surrounded with excellent companionship as well as spiritual awakening. The 5-day program includes: + Learning to tend to and bonding with camels on a daily basis + Learning to trek through the desert plains with measured supply + Learning how to tell direction for Qibla and times for five daily prayers from the use of the sun and stars + Joining an expedition searching for lost Aboriginal Art in the area of trekking + Daily Invocations under the Southern Stars and readings from a Classical Text + Sitting around daily campfires at night under the canopy of the Milky Way, listening to Sacred Stories, conversing with companions over cups of Australian bush tea made over open campfire + Personal reflection upon the vastness and the beauty of the landscape, and the life of the Prophet and his Companions when they travelled through the Arabian desert The Rihla is open to males and females (with appropriate Mahram & approved travel arrangements with other sisters) over the age of 18, under the guidance of Imam Afroz Ali. ============================================== COST: AU$2050 per person (includes overnight accommodation before and after expedition, all meals, camel safari and all associated gear and transfers to and from Beltana Station to Adelaide airport. Deposit (non-refundable): AU$500 per person to be paid no later than Friday, 28th February, 2012. Balance of Payment (non-refundable): No later than Sunday, 1st April, 2012. All persons must bring their own personal items, no larger than a standard backpack. ============================================== ENQUIRIES & REGISTRATION: All enquiries must be sent via email directly to Imam Afroz Ali: aali@alghazzali.org Online registration is required. For conditions of participation, detailed information and required registration, go to http://alghazzali.org/events/camel_safari_2012
9/21/2012 12:00:00 AM +00:00
0.0000Online Islamic Conference : Knowledge Without Barriers, August 11, 2012 - 6:30pm EST
In the Name of Allah, the Benevolent, the Merciful 2nd Annual SeekersGuidance Global Ramadan Webinar ••• August 11, 2012 - 6:30pm EST ••• Join us for an evening of reflection, remembrance and inspiration, featuring leading scholars Habib Umar bin Hafiz, Habib Ali Al-Jifri, Imam Zaid Shakir, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani and many more. Plus, we will be launching of our first SeekersStory. The Prophet Muhammed, peace and blessings upon him, was sent as a teacher and light of guidance to the entire universe. The greatest responsibility of his community is to preserve and transmit this prophetic guidance. SeekersGuidance is successfully breaking the barriers between seekers and Prophetic guidance through Knowledge Without Barriers — making our courses, programs, and educational services free and globally accessible. Want to find out more, benefit from, and support KWB? Take part in our KWB 2012 Online Conference. With the click of a button, you can join our free interactive live broadcast, with our international speaker lineup: Habib Umar bin Hafiz Habib Ali al-Jifri Dr. Umar Faruq Abdullah Shaykh Salek bin Siddina Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Imam Zaid Shakir Imam Afroz Ali Shaykh Yahya Rhodus Habib Muhammad Al-saqqaf Dr. Ingrid Mattson Ustadha Zaynab Ansari Ustadh Usama Canon Imam Tahir Anwar Find out what your top scholars have to say about Knowledge without Barriers, and how they recommend you support the initiative and get involved. Interact with us during the Webinar to let us know what you think. To register and learn more about Knowledge Without Barriers, please visit : http://seekersguidance.org/kwb2012/
8/11/2012 6:30:00 AM -04:00
0.0000SeekersCircle - The Heart of the Ihya: Prophetic Character
A 10-session weekly Seekers Circle Globally Accessible Program with Shaykh Yahya Rhodus, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani and Imam Afroz Ali. Almighty God described him as the one with exalted character, and in him the best exemplar. True happiness is described to be found in imitating the customs and habits of the Beloved and Final Messenger of The Exalted God. This SeekersCircle will cover the Book 20 of Imam al-Ghazzali’s Ihya ‘Ulum ud-Deen, known as the Heart of the Ihya. SeekersCircles are free telecast courses provided to registered study-circles across the world. Visit http://www.SeekersGuidance.org/SeekersCircles for more information about SeekersCircles and how to bring one to your local community. SeekersCircle is a part of Knowledge Without Barriers - an initiative of SeekersGuidance and Al-Ghazzali Centre, Sydney, Australia Where: Sydney (Host) SeekersHub, 30 New Street Auburn Enquiries: Tel: (612) 9708 1539 Email: academydirector@alghazzali.org To register for Sydney please goto http://www.alghazzali.org/register/book20 Melbourne (Live) 382F Gore St Fitzroy, VIC 3065 Zohra: 0433 972659 Email: academymelbourne@alghazzali.org To register for Melbourne please goto http://www.alghazzali.org/register/book20_melb Newcastle (Live) Bellhaven Caravan Park, 206 Adelaide Street, Heatherbrae, NSW 2324. (Corner of Speedy Lock Lane) Ali Ramay: 0414 357218 Email: newcastle@alghazzali.org To register for Newcastle please goto http://www.alghazzali.org/register/book20_newcastle Cost: FREE, by donation This study circle is part of the Knowledge Without Barriers initiative
7/20/2012 12:00:00 AM +10:00
0.00002012 Appalachian SeekersRetreat, June, Knoxville TN
2012 Appalachian SeekersRetreat Beginning with Guidance Nurturing a Relationship With Allah & His Beloved Reconnect with God and nature. Six days and five nights in scenic Coker Creek. Sports, hiking, mountain biking, bonfires, stargazing, zip lining. Youth program. Register today! http://www.seekersguidance.org/retreat Location: Coker Creek, Tennessee, USA Dates: Monday June 25 - Saturday June 30 Confirmed teachers: Shaykh Yahya Rhodus (Seekers Guidance – California) Imam Afroz Ali (Al-Ghazzali Centre, Sydney Australia) Ustadha Zaynab Ansari (Seekers Guidance – Atlanta) Shaykh Muhammad Mendes (Atlanta) Special Guest: Shaykh Hassan Lacheb (resident scholar, Knoxville) Ustadh AbdelRahman Murphy (youth teacher) Mufti Hussain Kamani (youh teacher) More info about the retreat can be found online at http://seekersguidance.org/seekersretreat-2012/ Send your questions to retreat@seekersguidance.org NOTES ABOUT REGISTRATION: Registration Closing Saturday, June 23rd! Regular registration for the full retreat will close Saturday, June 23rd at 9pm EST. You will not be able to register after that for the full, six-day retreat. There are few spots remaining, register TODAY at Ticketleap. Day Registration: Available On-site Can't come to the full retreat? That's okay, day registration is available! We will have registration on-site at the retreat to accommodate day registrants. The daily rates for registration are as follows: Ages 8+ | Full Day NO Lodging | $69 Ages 8+ | Full Day WITH Overnight Lodging | $89 Ages 3-7 | Full Day NO Lodging | $20 Ages 3-7 | Full Day WITH Overnight Lodging | $30 Children under the age of 3 are free. No one is allowed to attend the retreat without registering, so please be sure to check in with Saimah Hameeduddin, Registration Coordinator, upon arrival. You will receive a wristband and name tag that will grant you access to classes and meals.
6/30/2012 12:00:00 AM +00:00
0.0000Lessons from The Holy Qur'an : Preparing for Ramadan
“...for we have sent the Scripture down to you explaining everything, and as guidance and mercy and good news to those who devote themselves to God.” (16:89) To study and reflect upon the lessons found in the Qur’an is essential for those striving for mindfulness (taqwa) and truly seeking closeness to their Lord. As a part of our Ramadan preparation program, SeekersGuidance have teamed up with the Bukhari Institute, Michigan, to bring you a two-day seminar on Lessons from the Holy Quran. Over the course of this seminar, the SeekersGuidance teachers will direct attendees to appreciate the depth and guidance of the Qur'an and encourage and inspire them to reflect and act upon the lessons found therein. Ramadan is an ideal time to renew one’s commitment to love, and live by, the Qur’an. The teachers will focus on lessons related specifically to the month of Ramadan. TEACHERS Shaykh Yahya Rhodus Shaykh Omar Qureshi Ustadh Abdullatif Al-Amin Dates: Saturday June 23rd and Sunday June 24th Time: 11 AM - 5 PM both days Saturday: Islamic Center of Saginaw Sunday: Flint Islamic Center. Refreshments will be served. REGISTER NOW http://www.bukhari-michigan.org/register/ **FREE** EVENT powered by Knowledge Without Barriers, an initiative by SeekersGuidance which strives to enable everyone, everywhere to benefit from Islamic knowledge--by making all our courses and educational services completely free. To learn more about Knowledge Without Barriers, please visit - http://seekers.nationbuilder.com
6/24/2012 12:00:00 AM -04:00
0.0000LIVE CLASS w/ Sh Omar Qureshi: al Adhkar of Imam Nawawi
To join this FREE class visit http://seekersguidance.org/courses/SHLIV150 This course focuses on the nature of remembrance (dhikr) in the life of a Muslim. Muslim scholars have written extensively on the nature of remembrance and supplications generating a rich genre of literature beginning with Qadi Abu Yusuf (d. 182 A.H.) and continuing up to our times. The most notable and widely accepted book in this genre of literature is Imam Nawawi’s (Allah be pleased with him) Kitab al-Adhkar. We will, by the grace of Allah the Exalted, be reading this book in its entirety. Imam Nawawi intended this book for the layman and the scholar. With over three thousand prophetic traditions (ahadith), the Kitab al-Adhkar provides for us a wealth of legal rulings, principles of the spiritual path and proprieties that relate to remembrance and supplications. Remembrance of Allah the Exalted often presents one with practical difficulties in the life of a Muslim due to many misconceptions regarding many prophetic traditions and legal issues. Kitab al-Adhkar facilitates establishing the remembrance of Allah the Exalted in the life of a Muslim by the sound legal rulings and principles it provides. During the live classes, the text will be read in Arabic with little translation provided. It is geared towards those students who are able to access the Arabic. Assistance with understanding the text will be provided in class, although the focus will be on the various proprieties and legal rulings discussed in the text. Though knowing Arabic will bring about the most benefit in the class, those who do not know Arabic will benefit from the class discussions on the issues raised in the readings. To join this FREE class visit http://seekersguidance.org/courses/SHLIV150
6/21/2012 7:15:00 PM -04:00
0.0000Understanding the Fiqh and Science of Crescent Sighting
Attend this three-day course regarding the importance of Crescent Sighting in Islam, and why physical sighting is the only approved method under the Shari’ah and the only real way scientifically, to establish the Islamic lunar months, the first day of Ramadhan, the two ‘Eids and Hajj. This 3-day seminar will: - Provide all evidences about why physical sighting of the crescent is required in Islam. - Provide all evidences why pre-determined calendars and global sighting does not fulfill Islamic requirements. - Provide evidences of the incorrect announcements made regularly in Australia for Ramadhan and the two ‘Eids. - Provide practical guidance on how to observe the crescent on a regular basis with accurate information. - Discuss ways to change the repeated errors made in Australia and return to proper due process of establishing the Islamic Lunar Calendar. - Provide ample time for questions and answers Cost: FREE, by donation. This is part of the Knowledge Without Barriers initiative. Enquiries: Tel: (02) 9708 1539 Email:academydirector@alghazzali.org Please goto http://www.alghazzali.org/register/fiqh_of_crescent_sight_syd_2012 to register
6/14/2012 12:00:00 AM +10:00
0.0000Fiqh of Personal Obligations - Purification, Prayer & Fasting
A twelve-week study of the fundamentals and most essential rulings that every Muslim is obligated to know in order to fulfill their obligation for performing purification, prayer and fasting. An ideal course for those new into Islam that provides: + Introduction to the key fiqh terms used to classify acts of worship such as the obligatory, recommended, disliked and nullifying acts. + The rulings of purification; how to purify oneself from minor and major impurities. + Ablution; how to perform ablution, when it is required and what nullifies it and what doesn't. + Rulings related to women including menstruation, post-natal bleeding. + How to perform prayer. + Rulings of fasting; its requirements, conditions, what invalidates and does not invalidate fasting. Recommended, prohibited and disliked actions during fasting. + Categories of those who are not obligated to fast during Ramadhan.
6/5/2012 12:00:00 AM +00:00
0.0000Qur'an Reading for Beginners - Level 1 (2012) - Sydney
Course Commencement: Sat 18th February, 2012 Time: Saturdays 10:00am - 12:30pm Duration: 16 weeks Enquiries: Tel: (02) 9708 1539 Email: academydirector@alghazzali.org A short course that take students from learning the Arabic Alphabet to the ability to read short verses in the Qur'an This course is designed for beginners with no ability in reading the Qur'an. By the end of the course, students will be able to read short verses in the Qur'an. The course will teach students to: • Learn to read and write the Arabic letters in the different shapes • Get basic understanding of the articulation points of letters to be able to pronounce them more correctly. • Be able to read, write and pronounce words that contain the five Arabic diacritics (Fatha, Kasra, Dhamma, Sukun, Shadda), long vowels, nunnation (tanween) and elided letters. • Be able to read Arabic words and short verses from the Qura’n Registration is Essential. Please goto http://www.alghazzali.org/register/quran_beginners_lvl1_syd_2012 to register
6/2/2012 12:00:00 AM +00:00
0.0000Write:Capture:Design
Al-Ghazzali Centre presents a weekend set of workshops designed to explore and enhance your creativity taught by Australian artists: ALIA GABRES: SPOKEN WORD ARTIST IDIL ABDULLAHI: HENNA ARTIST AHMAD SABRA: PHOTOGRAPHER WRITE: Creative Writing/Spoken Word run by Spoken Word Artist Alia Gabres Date:19th May 2012 Time: 1pm-4pm Cost: Free Stories are our reintroductions to each other. They are the residue of past livings and learnings, growings, lovings and healings. So what is your story? ________________________ DESIGN:Henna Workshop run by Henna Artist Idil Abdullahi Date: Sunday 20th May 2012 Time: 1-4pm Cost: Free Exploring designing through the art of Henna, you will discover the history of henna, and work with henna to express your creativity. ________________________ CAPTURE: Creative Photography Workshops run by Photographer Ahmad Sabra Date: Sunday 20th May PART1: Basics of Photography: 10am-1pm PART2: Creative Photography: 2pm-4pm Street Photography, Lakemba 4:30pm-6:00pm Cost: $30.00 (light lunch included) Bring your own DSLR camera to practice and shoot Make the most out of your camera by learning the basics and implementing creative techniques to make your photography more engaging. ________________________ Registration is essential as numbers are limited Registration Link: http://alghazzali.org/events/creative3 Website:www.alghazzali.org Email: artsdirector@alghazzali.org Contact: Zahrah Habibullah, Arts Director, 0414879931
5/20/2012 12:00:00 AM +10:00
0.0000The Heart of the Ihya: Prophetic Character
This series covers the 20th book of al-Ghazzali's "Revival of the Religious Sciences" (Ihya 'Ulum al-Din): The Conduct of Life as Exemplified by the Prophetic Character. Al-Ghazzali has placed this book at the very center of his great work, and it forms the very heart of it. Timing of this event varies by location. Check with your local Circle Coordinator for details: http://seekersguidance.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/SeekersCircles-Locations-and-Contact-Information.pdf Or, consider volunteering to bring a Circle to your area: http://seekersguidance.org/form/view.php?id=23 Live sessions begin May18th. Telecasting available May 25th (check your local Circle for details). SeekersCircles is a Globally Accessible Program.
5/18/2012 12:00:00 AM +00:00
0.0000Qur'an Reading for Beginners - Level 2 (2012) - Sydney
Cost: FREE, by donation (excluding costs for purchasing book if required). This course is part of the Knowledge Without Barriers initiative. Enquiries: Tel: (02) 9708 1539 Email: academydirector@alghazzali.org This course is designed for beginners who have the ability to read in the Qur'an but slowly and who need to practice their reading with a teacher to improve their ability to read. The course covers reading from the 30th part of the Qur'an. It also covers some of the more advanced topics related to reading including: • The definite article and how it is pronounced when it precedes the moon letters and the sun letters. • The pronunciation of Lafdhatul Jallalah (Allah). • Introduction to the rulings of lengthening (madd) and shortening (qasr). • The discreet letters that come at the beginning of some of the chapters in the Quran. • Introduction to rulings related to pausing during recitation. Prerequisite and Assessment: Students must have the ability to read short verses from the 30th Part of the Qur'an, even if slowly. An assessment of students will be made on the first day of the class to determine if this course is suitable for them. Note: Two classes will be running simultaneously, one for sisters and another for brothers, please use the relevant registration link below Registration is Essential. Please goto http://www.alghazzali.org/register/quran_beginners_lvl2_syd_2012_sis to register for the Sisters Class
5/6/2012 12:00:00 AM +00:00
0.0000SeekersCircle - Balanced Criterion of Action
A 12-week special SeekersCircle, live from Sydney, Australia and telecast to approved Learning Centres around the world. Join Imam Afroz Ali and Shaykh Yahya Rhodus in a unique SeekersCircle covering Imam al-Ghazali's text the "Balanced Criterion of Action (Mizan al-'Amal)"; helping the seeker discover the best actions to involve themselves in as they work towards the pleasure of their Lord. Introduced by Shaykh Yahya Rhodus Taught by Imam Afroz Ali This course will be telecast to registered SeekersCircles across the globe. * * * * * * * * * * * What are SeekersCircles? SeekersCircles are free online community-focused study groups (halaqāt) broadcast to centers across the world. Each study group covers key Islamic topics in an inspiring, engaging manner. SeekersCircles are led by top scholars and seeks to promote (1) individual faith and learning and (2) community building by gathering together individuals for Islamic learning in their own community and instilling in them the Prophetic concern for service. For TELECAST information: http://seekersguidance.org/seekerscircles For LIVE classes registration: http://alghazzali.org/events/mizan_al_amal Enquires: academydirector@alghazzali.org | circles@seekersguidance.org
5/4/2012 12:00:00 AM +00:00
0.0000SeekersCircle - Balanced Criterion of Action - Melbourne
A 12-session weekly program Introduced by Shaykh Yahya Rhodus Taught by Imam Afroz Ali Mizaan al-'Amal or The Balanced Criterion of Action is one of the most important texts which is as applicable to today's environment as it was during the time of the author, Imam Ghazzali. This 12-session weekly class will cover sections of the text that is most important for us to strive for, with ample time for questions, answers and discussions in a new format of the ongoing, Globally Accessible Program, SeekersCircle. This work is not available in English, and is entirely translated and commented on by Imam Afroz Ali. 121 Stud Road, Dandenong Room J215 (Building J, Level 2) Entry via Gate 2 Enquiries: Zohra: 0433972659 Email: academymelbourne@alghazzali.org Registration is Essential. Please goto http://www.alghazzali.org/register/mizan_al_amal_melb to register SeekersCircles are free telecast courses provided to registered study-circles across the world. Visit http://www.SeekersGuidance.org/SeekersCircles for more information about SeekersCircles and how to bring one to your local community. SeekersCircle is a part of Knowledge Without Barriers - an initiative of SeekersGuidance and Al-Ghazzali Centre, Sydney, Australia
5/4/2012 12:00:00 AM +00:00
0.0000SeekersCircle - Balanced Criterion of Action - Sydney
A 12-session weekly program Introduced by Shaykh Yahya Rhodus Taught by Imam Afroz Ali Mizaan al-'Amal or The Balanced Criterion of Action is one of the most important texts which is as applicable to today's environment as it was during the time of the author, Imam Ghazzali. This 12-session weekly class will cover sections of the text that is most important for us to strive for, with ample time for questions, answers and discussions in a new format of the ongoing, Globally Accessible Program, SeekersCircle. This work is not available in English, and is entirely translated and commented on by Imam Afroz Ali. SeekersHub, 1021A Canterbury Road, (Cnr. Willeroo Street), Lakemba. Entry via Willeroo Street Enquiries: Tel: (612) 9708 1539 Email: academydirector@alghazzali.org Registration is Essential. Please goto http://www.alghazzali.org/register/mizan_al_amal to register SeekersCircles are free telecast courses provided to registered study-circles across the world. Visit http://www.SeekersGuidance.org/SeekersCircles for more information about SeekersCircles and how to bring one to your local community. SeekersCircle is a part of Knowledge Without Barriers - an initiative of SeekersGuidance and Al-Ghazzali Centre, Sydney, Australia
5/4/2012 12:00:00 AM +00:00
0.000099 Beautiful Names of Allah, Shaykh Yahya Rhodus, ONLINE & at MCC SanFran
PLEASE NOTE that you must register by 6pm PST on Tuesday in order to receive the livestream link each week. During this 12-week course, Shaykh Yahya Rhodus will expound upon the 99 Beautiful Names of God. Students will be helped to memorize the 99 names along with a supplication that is recited before and after. In each session, a few of the Names will be explored and a special emphasis will be placed on how the Names relate to the human being. An attempt will be made to explain the Names in a way that encourages the student to reflect on what occurs around them as manifestations of Allah's Names and Attributes. The course will be based on Ghazali’s commentary al-Maqsad al-Asna fi Sharh Asma’ Allah al-Husna (The Noblest Aim—a Commentary of the Beautiful Names of God). Register here http://seekers.ticketleap.com/99names/ Please note that the time of this class is 8:30pm PST (California) / 11:30pm EST (Toronto, New York), 4:30AM GMT (UK) On completion of this course, successful students will: - Memorize the 99 Beautiful Names of Allah - Understand the meanings of each name and how to turn to God through these meanings - Learn how to identify the manifestation of these Names in the world around them - Strive to implement the counsel for each name - Strive to attain higher levels of faith and certainty This course is suitable for beginners who have not studied Allah’s Names previously. The following materials will be provided: - Supplication through the Beautiful Names of God - An English translation of a poem on God’s beautiful Names written by Habib Umar bin Hafiz. In addition, students are encouraged to have a copy of Imam al-Ghazali’s commentary, which is available as an English translation. This class will take place every Tuesday at 8:30pm PST. This class is held at MCC masjid in Pleasanton and will be broadcast live online each week. Please register here http://seekers.ticketleap.com/99names/ This course is FREE.
5/1/2012 12:00:00 AM +00:00
0.0000Fiqh Essentials for Women : Shafi'i Fiqh
A 12-week Fiqh course covering fiqh of purification and prayer, for women and taught by women. The course will cover Shafi'i Fiqh on: Fiqh of Purification, covering laws pertaining to: - Ritual Ablution - Ritual Bath - Types and Removal of Impurities - Purification after Menstruation - Purification after Sexual Intimacy Fiqh of Prayer, covering laws pertaining to: - Times of Prayer - Method of Prayer for Women - Obligations and Recommendations of Prayer - Prayer of the Traveller The Shafi'i Fiqh class will be taught by Ustadha Raidah Shah Idil, based on the Shafi’i Fiqh Manual authored by Imam Nawawi, Al-Maqasid. Enquiries: Tel: (02) 9708 1539 | Email: academydirector@alghazzali.org Online registration is required- go to http://www.alghazzali.org/events/fiqhforwomen2012
4/30/2012 12:00:00 AM +00:00
0.0000WEBINAR : SeekersRetreat 2012 | Special Online Event
This will be a chance for you to learn about and ask questions about the upcoming Appalachian Retreat! Join the retreat teachers for a special webinar focused on the topic of Seeking Divine Guidance. Hear teachers share their personal stories on their journey as a seeker of knowledge to scholar, and be inspired to start your own journey, to Allah most High. This webinar will also aim to answer all of your questions about this year’s Appalachian SeekersRetreat. Share this on your profile & Twitter: WEBINAR : SeekersRetreat 2012 | Special Online Event | April 25 - Join Us! http://conta.cc/IlyQxD STARTS AT 9PM EST!
4/25/2012 8:00:00 PM +00:00
0.0000He{art}|Soul|Space
Al Ghazzali Centre presents an Xpresso event: He{art}|Soul|Space A perspective of feminine creativity in contemporary islamic visual arts. Guest Presenter : Salma Arastu (Painter), USA Local Artists: Zahrah Habibullah (Jewellery) Idil Abdullahi (Ceramics) A mini exhibition of works by these artists and an open panel discussion about their artworks on display. Date: Wednesday 18th April Time: 7 for a 7:30 start Venue: Al-Ghazzali Centre Academy, 1021A Canterbury Road, (Cnr. Willeroo Street), Lakemba, Sydney. Entry via Willeroo Street. Registration is essential: http://alghazzali.org/events/xpressoart2012
4/18/2012 7:30:00 PM +00:00
0.0000Forty Hadiths on Reviving Religion
Forty Hadiths on Reviving Religion - Based on the Chapter Headings of Imam Ghazzali's Ihya - A 1-Day SeekersCircle with Shaykh Faraz Rabbani We are honoured to have our Teacher, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, from our sister organisation SeekersHub, Toronto, Canada in Sydney to teach at this 1-day SeekersCircle. The 1-day study circle will be based on forty Hadiths based on the chapters of Imam Ghazzali's Ihya Uloom ud-Deen. When: Sunday 15th April, 2012 Time: 9:30am for a sharp 10am start, until 6pm Lunch will be provided. Where: Seekershub, 1021A Canterbury Road (Cnr. Willeroo Street), Lakemba. Entry via Willeroo Street. Cost: FREE, by donation. This is a part of the Knowledge Without Barriers initiative. We encourage you to make a $10 donation, if you are able, to cover the cost of lunch. Enquiries: Email- academydirector@alghazzali.org Tel- (02)9708 1539 Registration is essential for this program. Non-registered attendees may be turned away due to limited space. To register to confirm your place, go to http://www.alghazzali.org/events/forty_hadith_apr_2012
4/15/2012 10:00:00 AM +00:00
0.0000Arabic Language Program 2012 - Beginner & Intermediate Level
Update: Course will now be run on Sundays, with the orientation day on the 5th of February. Part of al-Ghazzali Centre's Faculty of Linguistic Sciences Programs, this program is a foundational course to develop students who have reading and writing ability in Arabic but little or no comprehension and speaking ability. Some individuals interested in Arabic language may have some basic learning, and some may have none, but this course is designed in a streamlined manner to benefit both levels of "beginner" and "intermediate" students. The objectives of this course are: - To learn to understand and begin to speak Classical Arabic - To be able to read and generally understand Traditional Texts of Islamic Sciences - To be ready to undertake advanced level Arabic Language Immersion program upon completion The only pre-requisite required is that you are able to read and write basic Arabic. Testimonial "I studied two years at a Sydney University in their Arabic program, and what I learnt there in those two years, was too far from Classical Arabic. This course brought me to speed with the Arabic Language in 6 months what I was unable to achieve at the university course over two years." - Mohammed Rafiq To enquire, email academydirector@alghazzali.org You must register online- go to http://alghazzali.org/events/arabic_lang_inter_2012 for further information and registration.
4/8/2012 12:00:00 AM +00:00
0.0000Halal Food Bank - Melbourne
The Al-Ghazzali Centre Melbourne has organised a Halal Food Bank program which we hope will InshaAllah help improve the wellbeing of less fortunate individuals and their families in our community. You can help by participating and donating to our Food Bank Program both financially and food items. For information on how you can assist, what food can be donated and where to drop off please visit: http://alghazzali.org/events/foodbank Invest in your community's wellbeing today, by volunteering for the Ansaar Project Halal Food bank. Food bank volunteers assist in the packing and distribution of the food packs Please register at http://www.alghazzali.org/register/melfoodbank We look forward to your support!
3/31/2012 12:00:00 AM +00:00
0.00002012 Firm Foundations SeekersGuidance Retreat: SoCal, March 24th - 28th
FIRM FOUNDATIONS RETREAT Providing Clarity on the Essentials of our Religion This retreat is designed to teach what is obligatory for a muslim to know and practice. Being grounded in these essentials is the key to making steady and sustainable progress in the religion. This retreat aims to provide you with the clarity and confidence you need to progress in your religious practice. Program Objectives: - Properly Prioritize: You will understand what it means for something to be obligatory in the religion, and how to prioritize your religious actions. - Increase your Knowledge: You will learn obligatory aspects of beliefs, actions and spirituality. - Turn Knowledge into Action: All learning will emphasize turning this knowledge into consistent action. You will return home with the tools to practice what you have learned. Subjects Covered: - Beliefs: God, the prophets, and eschatological events - Actions: purity, prayer, and the permissible and impermissible in daily life. - Spirituality: piety, blameworthy and praiseworthy traits of the heart, and fundamentals of the path. - Surah Al-Fatiha (first chapter of the Quran): proper recitation and commentary Register here http://seekersguidance.org/firm/ Financial aid applications, please apply here by February 23rd https://docs.google.com/a/seekersguidance.org/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dGc0Y2M1VHFSeDJ6bWZTcGRPWUx4OHc6MQ#gid=0 In addition to engaging, practical classes, students will also have the opportunity to take part in group activities such as rock climbing, archery, stargazing, and basketball. The Teachers: Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Shaykh Yahya Rhodus Shaykh Muhammed Mendes Imam Tahir Anwar Venue & Location: Nestled in the beautiful San Bernardino Mountains of Southern California, our chosen retreat centre is the ideal site for the Firm Foundations retreat. Register here http://seekersguidance.org/firm/
3/28/2012 12:00:00 AM +00:00
0.0000The Basics of Photography: Melbourne -1 Day Workshop
Al-Ghazzali Centre Melbourne brings you the one of the first of a series of workshops from the AGC Academy of the Arts program: The Basics of Photography (Melbourne) - 1 Day Workshop Register HERE: http://www.alghazzali.org/events/basics_of_photography_melb_feb_2012 Join us in a 1 day workshop that will cover how to make the most out of your DSLR camera- learn the basics. You will get to understand advanced and manual controls as the mystery is taken out of many techniques. Designed to be simple, enjoyable and informative, the visual presentation and interactive workshop will give you new understanding before you venture out into the city to practice your new skills. Taught by Ahmad Sabra from www.lahza.com.au. Ahmad has experience working for Canon Australia as a technical consultant for nearly 5 years and his passion for Photography has grown over the past 4 years. His work has been published locally and internationally and is currently working on a number of photo documentaries. He is currently exhibiting work in the "You Am I Exhibition, artworks by Contemporary Muslim Artists. Topics covered will be: • Visualisation • Knowing your Camera • Aperture/Shutter speed and ISO • Focal Length • Correct exposure • Metering modes • Histogram • Depth of Field • Composition • Ambient light • Flash Photography • Analogue Photography *Please note: To get the most out of the workshop, you will need YOUR DSLR camera to practice and shoot with on the day. When: Monday 11th March 2012 (Public Holiday) Part 1: 1pm - 6:30pm Theory/Prac (Afteroon Tea included) Part 2 (optional) 7pm-9pm Landscape Photography in the city Where: Coburg Library Meeting Room Corner Victoria and Louisa Streets, Coburg 3058 Cost: $60 per person Registration and Payment prior to workshop is essential as spaces are limited. Enquiries: Tel: 0414879931 | Email: artsdirector@alghazzali.org
3/12/2012 1:00:00 PM +00:00
0.0000Celebrate Mercy - Love & the Beloved - Melbourne
Celebrate the one who was sent as a mercy to all the worlds, in a manner exhorted by him and loved by our Lord: communally. Al-Ghazzali Centre is facilitating communal viewing centres in Sydney and Melbourne and we invite you to come together and benefit from the most influential Scholars of our time. Speakers and performers on the evening will include: • Shaykh Hamza Yusuf • Shaykh Faraz Rabbani • Shaykh Yahya Rhodus • Imam Tahir Anwar • Imam Zaid Shakir • Imam Afroz Ali • Nader Khan • Baraka Blue • Plus more ... For more information about Celebrate Mercy project, go to http://celebratemercy.com/ http://www.alghazzali.org/register/celebratemercy-2012-melb Please do register for seating and catering purposes Cost: $5 per person Light lunch and refreshments will be provided after the program Enquiries: Email: academymelbourne@alghazzali.org Tel: Zohra 0433972659
2/26/2012 12:30:00 PM +00:00
0.0000Celebrate Mercy - Love & the Beloved - Sydney
Celebrate the one who was sent as a mercy to all the worlds, in a manner exhorted by him and loved by our Lord: communally. Al-Ghazzali Centre is facilitating communal viewing centres in Sydney and Melbourne and we invite you to come together and benefit from the most influential Scholars of our time. Speakers and performers on the evening will include: • Shaykh Hamza Yusuf • Shaykh Faraz Rabbani • Shaykh Yahya Rhodus • Imam Tahir Anwar • Imam Zaid Shakir • Imam Afroz Ali • Nader Khan • Baraka Blue • Plus more ... For more information about Celebrate Mercy project, go to http://celebratemercy.com To register for the Sydney event please goto http://www.alghazzali.org/register/celebratemercy-2012 Please do register for seating and catering purposes Cost: FREE (a donation of $5 per person, to cover costs) Light lunch and refreshments will be provided after the program. Enquiries: Tel: (02) 9708 1539 Email:info@alghazzali.org
2/26/2012 12:00:00 PM +00:00
0.0000SoCal tour, Sh Yahya Rhodus, Feb 24th - 26th
Our Firm Foundations pre-retreat tour includes the events below with Shaykh Yahya Rhodus will be discussing what Classical Islam is, and its importance and relevance today. Please see this link for more information on the upcoming Firm Foundations retreat http://www.facebook.com/events/280951745278308/ THURSDAY 25TH - SANTA BARBARA **NEW DATE ADDED** Public talk: 8 - 9:30pm, Islamic society of Santa Barbara, 650 Ward Dr Goleta FRIDAY 24TH - LOS ANGELES UCLA events: Khutbah 1:20-1:45 pm - John Wooden Center The Example of Lady Fatimah, Sister's ONLY talk 4:30-5:30 pm (Student Activity Center Basement (SAC)) Spirituality Amidst Chaos: Drawing Close to Allah in College, 6-7 pm (Boelter 5246) Questions or Directions? Call MSA UCLA at 310-206-7877 SATURDAY 25TH - ORANGE COUNTY Fajr talk at the Islamic Society of Orange County http://www.facebook.com/events/270559666347787 Fajr is at 5:30 a.m. at the Islamic Society of Orange County. www.isocmasjid.com SUNDAY 26TH - SAN DIEGO Classical Islam: its importance and relevance today Muslim Community Center of San Diego, 14698 Via Fiesta 1:30 - 2:30pm PST This lecture will be held at MCC of San Diego and will also be broadcast LIVE ONLINE for those not in San Diego. Please register here for receive the link for ONLINE viewing http://seekers.ticketleap.com/classicalislam/ Everyone who registers will receive the link to join the live online broadcast around an hour before the event begins. Please ensure you register before 2:00pm PST on Sunday 26th to receive the link. For more information about this tour email socalretreat@seekersguidance.org
2/26/2012 12:00:00 AM +00:00
0.0000History of Islamic Jurisprudence: Understanding Madhab - Melbourne
A full-day seminar on The Importance of Madhab by Imam Afroz Ali Today, the four Schools of Islamic Law that form the basis of Islamic Jurisprudence is less and less understood, and is under uninformed criticism. Furthermore, age-old literalist ideologies claim that such Schools, the Madhab a Muslim follows, is a misguided innovation and has nothing to do with following the injunctions of the Qur'an and Sunnah. This full-day seminar provides full explanation why the Madhab is an integral part of understanding Islamic Law as well as to properly practise it. By understanding the history of the development of Islamic Jurisprudence from the time of the Prophet and into the period of the Successors, the important place of the Madhab becomes very clear Cost: FREE, by donation. (Notes, lunch and refreshments provided) Your donations will help the Knowledge Without Barriers initiative. Enquiries: Tel: Zohra 0433972659 Email: academymelbourne@alghazzali.org REGISTRATION is ESSENTIAL. Please register at http://www.alghazzali.org/register/history_of_madhab_melb_2012
1/29/2012 10:00:00 AM +00:00
0.0000Fostering Positive Relationships in the Muslim Community
Positive Community Fostering Positive Relationships in the Muslim Community A Global Webinar LIVE from Al-Ghazzali Centre, Melbourne, Australia Imam Afroz Ali | Shaykh Ramy Najmeddine | Shaykh Yahya Rhodus | Imam Tahir Anwar | Shaykh Abdullah Misra | Ustadha Hanan Dover | Ustadha Saara Sabbagh When: Saturday 28th January, 2012 Time: 7:30pm AEST | 8:30am GMT | 3:30am EST Live Venue: Chisholm Institute of TAFE 121 Stud Road, Dandenong, VIC Room J106 (Building J, Level 1) Entry via Gate 2 Telecast via: http://livestream.com/seekersguidance Live Enquiries: academymelbourne@alghazzali.org Telecast Enquiries: michelle@seekersguidance.org REGISTRATION IS ESSENTIAL To register for the Melbourne event please goto http://www.alghazzali.org/register/positive-community To register for the Telecast please goto http://seekers.ticketleap.com/january-webinar/ As one individual, what can one do to improve social relations within the Muslim community? Should one blame, shame and point the finger at others? How should one respond to differences, negative feelings and even threats from fellow Muslims? A SeekersWebinar to help nurture sound and practical guidance on making a positive difference both within ourselves and within our communities. With live Q&A with Imam Afroz Ali. SeekersWebinar is part of Knowledge Without Barriers – an initiative of SeekersGuidance & Al-Ghazzali Centre
1/28/2012 7:30:00 PM +00:00
0.0000Take My Hand: Fostering Positive Relationships
http://seekers.ticketleap.com/january-webinar/t/e089553d74480122c54cc064a1ab21c4/ As one individual, what can one do to improve social relations within the Muslim community? Should one blame, shame and point the finger at others? How should one respond to differences, negative feelings and even threats from fellow Muslims? A SeekersWebinar to help nurture sound and practical guidance on making a positive difference both within ourselves and within our communities. With live Q&A with Imam Afroz Ali.
1/28/2012 12:30:00 AM +00:00
0.0000Take my Hand: fostering positive relationships in the Muslim community
As one individual, what can one do to improve social relations within the Muslim community? Should one blame, shame and point the finger at others? How should one respond to differences, negative feelings and even threats from fellow Muslims? This SeekersGuidance webinar aims to address these very questions, and to provide sound and practical guidance on making a positive difference both within ourselves and within our communities. This webinar will be brought to you live from the SeekersHub Sydney, with Imam Afroz Ali, Shaykh Yahya Rhodus, Sister Hanan Dover, Imam Tahir Anwar and Ustadh Abdullah Misra. This webinar will include live Q&A with Imam Afroz Ali.
1/28/2012 12:00:00 AM +00:00
0.0000Morning Invocations, Melbourne
Al-Ghazzali Centre Melbourne Morning Invocations 2011. Back by popular demand! Do you feel like you need a spiritual recharge? Love going to the beach and being revitalised by the fresh air and stunning views? If you're in Melbourne on the 11th of December, come and join us for Al-Ghazzali Centre Melbourne's Morning Invocations. A morning of spiritual nourishment led by Shaykh Ramy Najmeddine that begins with praying Fajr in jamaa'a followed by dhikr, the remembrance of Allah (Swt), and a short inspirational talk . After this, we'll take a stroll down to the shore to reflect as the sun rises and lights up the ocean then finish off our morning with a light breakfast. With the Al-Ghazzali Centre having successfully run this event in Sydney at various breathtaking locations for years, the Melbourne team are very excited to invite you to the next Morning Invocations and would be delight to see you there inshaAllah! Enquiries: Tel: Hasina 0425858611 Email: mizaanmelbourne@alghazzali.org Registration is essential. Please goto http://www.alghazzali.org/register/invocations_melbourne_3 to register
1/22/2012 5:00:00 AM +00:00
0.0000The Immense Ocean
A FREE program focusing on reflecting on and understanding the verses of the Qur’an through the Science of Tafsir and based on the great commentaries on the Holy Qur’an, this continuing once-a-month course is an excellent program to reconnect to the Divine Revelation- the Holy Qur’an. The program is suitable for all- seekers of Sacred Knowledge, new Muslims as well as people of other Faiths seeking to properly understand Islam and its Message. Commencing with The Opening (Al-Fatiha), based on ibn ‘Ajiba’s Treatise, Tafsir al-Fatiha al-Kabir, the program will draw primarily from his corpus work, Al-Bahr al-Madid (The Immense Ocean) for the remainder of the Chapters of the Qur’an. Al-Bahr al-Madid is the only traditional Qur’anic commentary in existence which gives both outward meanings as well as the spiritual significance for each verse of the Sacred Book. There will be light meals for all attendees, and everyone is encouraged to bring a plate of food to share with others. This program is telecast and to enquire, contact: Melbourne: melbourne@alghazzali.org Newcastle: newcastle@alghazzali.org When: Every 2nd Saturday of the month (starting 8th October, 2011) Time: 4pm – 5:30pm, with light dinner afterwards (please bring a plate or two to share with others)
1/14/2012 12:00:00 AM +00:00
0.0000Character of the Prophet - A Special Class for the Disabled, Melbourne
Al-Ghazzali Centre Melbourne is proud to present the next Disability and Accessibility event: Character of the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him). Presented by Imam Afroz Ali, this class will be the first in a series which will cater for those with disabilities who may not be able to access similar classes. Sign-language interpreters will be present, and the event will be held at a venue with appropriately accessible facilities. This class is open to the wider disabled community, and is an equal opportunity class for those with accessibility, hearing and visual impairments. To register please visit this link: http://www.alghazzali.org/events/seerah_disability_melb_2011 For more information, please contact Zohra on 0433972659 or email academymelbourne@alghazzali.org This program is a joint initiative of Al-Ghazzali Centre's The Ansaar Project and Seekers Academy for Islamic Sciences.
11/27/2011 10:00:00 AM +00:00
0.0000Mizaan Living Melbourne - Bushwalking in November
Melbourne 2011 Series Mizaan is an initiative of the al-Ghazzali Centre for Islamic Sciences & Human Development, working towards bringing "balance" back into our lives. As part of its "learn & practise" health & wellbeing program, Mizaan invites you to join us for a bushwalk in the Dandenong Ranges. Where: Dandenong Ranges, Victoria When: Sunday 20th November, 2011 Time: 11:00am-5:00pm Cost: $8 for the day Meeting Point: Belgrave Railway Station, (Train from Flinders Street station to Belgrave station which takes approx 1.5 hours) What to wear: Good walking shoes, comfortable clothing for walking, a wind/rain jacket and a cap. What to bring: Packed lunch and drinks Camera Sun glasses Sunscreen Insect repellent Water bottle for wudhu Enquiries: Tel: Hasina 0425 858 611 Email: mizaanmelbourne@alghazzali.org Registration is essential. Please register at http://www.alghazzali.org/register/mizaan_living_melb_bushwalk
11/20/2011 11:00:00 AM +00:00
0.0000Dawn Observation & Morning Invocations
How the time of the Fajr prayer is established is best understood by observing the formation of true dawn over a clear horizon. Al-Ghazzali Centre hold regular visits to a magnificent beach along southern NSW, followed by Morning Invocations, breakfast and a morning stroll along the majestic and tranquil Seven Mile Beach, NSW. Join the next field trip to observe the establishment of dawn over the horizon, and enjoy a spiritually uplifting morning- with friends who are seekers of Sacred Knowledge at a picture-perfect location. Bring with you hot drinks, light food for breakfast and share with everyone as Australia wakes up to another beautiful spring. Registration is essential to participate in this field trip: http://alghazzali.org/events/invocations_sydney_nov_2011
11/20/2011 1:00:00 AM +00:00
0.0000Summary & Commentary of the Ahadith of Bukhari
The ummah has accepted the hadith collection of Imam al-Bukhari as the most authoritative collection of the traditions of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). Throughout Islamic history, it has been read and studied as a source of guidance, inspiration, as well as intercession in times of strife and tribulation. The abridgment by the Andalusian scholar of the seventh century, Abdullah ibn abi Jamrah consists of 300 or so selections from what are regarded as the quintessential traditions al-Bukhari’s collection. In this class each hadith will be studied for both its apparent purport, as well as the underlying meanings as understood and interpreted by our greatest ulama, including Ibn abi Jamrah himself, Ibn Hajar al-Asqalani, and the 12th century Azhari scholar, Muhammad al-Shanawani. Free LIVE class: Thursdays at 1pm PST | 4pm EST | 8pm GMT | 7am Sydney (Friday morning) 1st Class: Thursday, November 3rd. You MUST register to gain access to the class broadcast link, class notes and announcements. Register here: http://j.mp/bukhari
11/17/2011 12:00:00 AM +00:00
0.0000SeekersCircle - Beginning of Guidance - Melbourne
An 8-week SeekersCircle Live telecast from Sydney Time: Fridays, 7:30pm - 9:30pm Cost: FREE, by donation (excluding costs for purchasing book if required). This course is part of the Knowledge Without Barriers initiative. Enquiries: Zohra Rashidzada: 0433972659 Email: academymelbourne@alghazzali.org Registration is ESSENTIAL. Please goto http://www.alghazzali.org/register/beginningofguidance_melb Join Imam Afroz Ali and Ustadha Zaynab Ansari in a special SeekersCircle covering Imam al-Ghazali's text "The Beginning of Guidance": providing an exposition of the correct means by which the seeker begins their journey to their Lord, so that they may achieve their goal of their aim. LIVE from SeekersHub Sydney: you must also register at http://alghazzali.org/events/beginningofguidance TELECAST to Melbourne | Newcastle | Perth | Auckland| Sarajevo | Toronto | Hartford | New Haven NOTE: If you want to establish a Viewing Centre, contact circles@seekersguidance.org or visit http://seekersguidance.org/seekerscircles/
11/11/2011 12:00:00 AM +00:00
0.0000The Basics of Photography -1 Day Workshop
Registrations are now open: http://www.alghazzali.org/events/basics_of_photography The Basics of Photography How to make the most out of your camera- learn the basics. Join us in a 1 day workshop that will cover how to make the most out of your DSLR camera- learn the basics. You will get to understand advanced and manual controls as the mystery is taken out of many techniques. Designed to be simple, enjoyable and informative, the visual presentation and interactive workshop will give you new understanding before you venture out into the city to practice your new skills. Taught by Ahmad Sabra from www.sabraimagery.com.au. Ahmad has previously worked for Canon Australia as a technical consultant just under 5 years and his passion for Photography has occupied the better part of 4 years. His work has been published locally and overseas and is currently working on a number of photo documentaries. Topics covered will be: • Visualisation • Knowing your Camera • Aperture/Shutter speed and ISO • Focal Length • Correct exposure • Metering modes • Histogram • Depth of Field • Composition • Ambient light • Flash Photography • Analogue Photography *Please note: To get the most out of the workshop, bring along your DSLR camera to practice and shoot with on the day. {HURRY LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE, 20 MAX} This program is one of the first to be offered through the Faculty of Arts at the Al Ghazzali Centre When: Sunday 30th October 2011 This Workshop is in 2 Parts. Part 1: 9am - 4pm Theory/Prac (Lunch included @ AGC) Part 2: (optional) 5pm-8pm Landscape Photography in the city (Participants will have to arrange their own transport into the city) Where: SeekersHub, Sydney. Al-Ghazzali Centre Academy, 1021A Canterbury Road (Cnr. Willeroo Street), Lakemba Entry via Willeroo Street Cost: $40 per person (pay on the day) Registration URL: http://www.alghazzali.org/events/basics_of_photography Enquiries: Tel: 0414879931 | Email: artsdirector@alghazzali.org
10/30/2011 9:00:00 AM +00:00
0.0000XpressO Melbourne - The Alchemist of Happiness
Join us for the screening of a documentary on the life of Imam Al-Ghazzali, with commentary and discussion led by Imam Afroz Ali. Born in 1058 in Tus, Khorasan, in present-day Iran, Abu Hamid Al-Ghazzali was one of the most original thinkers the world has known. Besides being a major influence in the Muslim world, the West has also felt his effect. He influenced major figures of medieval philosophy such as Thomas Aquinas and Moses Maimonides, who shaped the philosophy of the Latin West. As the author of some 250 books on topics ranging from theology and ethics to metaphysics and philosophy, Al-Ghazzali came to be known as ‘Proof of Islam’. For almost a thousand years he has served as an inspiration for spiritual seekers everywhere as he was someone, like the Buddha, willing to give up everything: wealth, position, family and comfort in order to search for Truth. Cost: Donation of $5/person Enquiries: Tel: Hasina 0425 858 611 Email: mizaanmelbourne@alghazzali.org To register go to http://www.alghazzali.org/register/xpresso_al_ghazzali_happiness_melb
10/22/2011 7:30:00 PM +00:00
0.0000Fiqh of Funerals
Al-Ghazzali Centre invites you to 6-week course regarding the Islamic Laws on Funerals. The workshop (held at the Sydney SeekersHub) will cover: - What to do upon someone's death - Washing the deceased - Shrouding the deceased - Australian laws to adhere to. The workshop will also include a full practical exercise in: - how to wash a deceased person - how to shroud a deceased person A comprehensive set of notes will be provided. Upon completeion of the workshop, you will know your obligations in relation to deaths and funerals (it is obligatory for every Muslim must know), and be able to confidently undertake all responsibilities if there was a death within your family. NOTE: This course is part of the SeekersAcademy's 2nd module of Certificate 3 of the Foundations Diploma in Islamic Sciences Program. It is also open to the public to give those, who wish to attend only particular modules of the diploma, the opportunity to register and attend particular classes. You do not have to be part of the Diploma program to undertake this course. For more information and registrations, go to http://www.alghazzali.org/events/fiqh_of_funeral_syd_sep_11
10/16/2011 12:00:00 AM +00:00
0.0000Mizaan Living – Cycling at Sydney Olympic Park
Mizaan Living is an initiative of the al-Ghazzali Centre for Islamic Sciences & Human Development- working towards bringing "balance" back into our lives. As part of its “Learn & Practice” health & wellbeing program, Mizaan invites you to join us for a casual cycling ride around the scenic Olympic Park. Cost: Event is free, if you BYO bicycle. Otherwise hire cost is $20 for 2 hours. For hiring: http://www.bikehiresydneyolympicpark.com.au/index.html More Information: http://www.sydneyolympicpark.com.au/whats_on/cycling What to wear/bring: Bicycle & helmet, if you are bringing your own Comfortable clothes & shoes for cycling Sunscreen/sun glasses Camera Drinking Water Snacks to share around Enquiries: Tel: 0401014616 Email: farah@alghazzali.org To register please go to http://www.alghazzali.org/register/mizaan_living_cycling_Oct_2011
10/15/2011 9:00:00 AM +00:00
0.0000Qur'an Reading for Beginners - Level 2
A 12-week Course for students who have basic ability to read the Qur'an and need more practice with a teacher. When: Sundays, commencing 11th September, 2011 Time: 4.00pm - 6.00pm Cost: FREE, by donation (excluding costs for purchasing book if required). This course is part of the Knowledge Without Barriers initiative (http://www.alghazzali.org/events/support-us) Enquiries: Tel: (02) 9708 1539 Email: academydirector@alghazzali.org To register for SISTERS class go tohttp://www.alghazzali.org/register/quran_beginners_lvl2_syd_sep_2011_sister To register for BROTHERS class go to http://www.alghazzali.org/register/quran_beginners_lvl2_syd_sep_2011_brother This course is designed for beginners who have the ability to read in the Qur'an but slowly and who need to practice their reading with a teacher to improve their ability to read. The course covers reading from the 30th part of the Qur'an. It also covers some of the more advanced topics to related to reading including: - The definite article and how it is pronounced when it precedes the moon letters and the sun letters - The pronunciation of Lafdhatul Jallalah (Allah) - Introduction to the rulings of lengthening (madd) and shortening (qasr) - The discreet letters that come at the beginning of some of the chapters in the Qur'an - Introduction to rulings related to pausing durin recitation
9/11/2011 4:00:00 PM +00:00
0.0000Qur'an Reading for Beginners - Level 1
A 12-week course that takes students from learning the Arabic Alphabet to the ability to read short verses in the Qur'an When: Sundays, commencing 11th September, 2011 Time: 10.00am - 12.00pm Cost: FREE, by donation (excluding costs for purchasing book if required). This course is part of the Knowledge Without Barriers initiative (http://www.alghazzali.org/events/support-us) Enquiries: Tel: (02) 9708 1539 Email: academydirector@alghazzali.org This course is designed for beginners with no ability in reading the Qur'an. By the end of the course, students will be able to read short verses in the Qur'an. The course will teach students to: - Learn to read and write the Arabic letters in the different shapes. - Get basic understanding of the articulation points of letters to be able to pronounce them more correctly - Be able to read, write and pronounce words that contain the five Arabic diacritics (Fatha, Kasra, Dhamma, Sukun, Shadda), long vowels, nunnation (tanween) and elided letters - Be able to read Arabic words and short verses from the Qur'an To register go to http://www.alghazzali.org/register/quran_beginners_lvl1_syd_sep_2011
9/11/2011 10:00:00 AM +00:00
0.0000SeekersCircle - Beginning of Guidance
An 8-week SeekersCircle, live from Sydney, Australia and telecast to approved Learning Centres around the world- Join Imam Afroz Ali and Ustadha Zaynab Ansari in a special SeekersCircle covering Imam al-Ghazali's text "The Beginning of Guidance": providing an exposition of the correct means by which the seeker begins their journey to their Lord, so that they may achieve their goal of their aim. LIVE from SeekersHubSydney: you must also register at http://alghazzali.org/events/beginningofguidance TELECAST to Melbourne | Newcastle | Perth | Auckland| Sarajevo | Toronto | Hartford | New Haven NOTE: If you want to establish a Viewing Centre, contact circles@seekersguidance.org or visit http://seekersguidance.org/seekerscircles/
9/9/2011 7:30:00 PM +00:00
0.0000An Introduction to SeekersCircles
SeekersCircles is a brand-new service brought to you by Al-Ghazzali Centre & SeekersGuidance Academy and a unique program which seeks to bring students of knowledge, or those interested in learning, together in study-circles within their own communities. Through SeekersCircles you will be able study under some of the finest teachers today, and bring your community together in a way that we hope will form strong bonds of brotherhood and sisterhood. Join us tonight for a special online meeting to find out more about SeekersCircles and how to bring one to your community. 6pm San Francisco / 9pm New York Join the online broadcast here - http://bit.ly/SGLIVE Check for local timings. Also, visit our website at: http://seekersguidance.org/seekerscircles/
9/1/2011 6:00:00 PM +00:00
0.0000Global Prayer for the Oppressed & Online Fundraiser for SeekersGuidance
UPDATE:: Shaykh Usama al-Rifa`i, over 80 years old & one of the leading scholars of Damascus was beaten up at his mosque by the Syrian security forces. He is hospitalized. Join us today for the SeekersGuidance End of Ramadan Webinar, which we will begin by reciting the Dua al-Nasiri & Hizb al-Nasr, for victory for the oppressed around the world. See: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=167625123313422 SeekersGuidance is transitioning to making *all* its educational services completely *free*. To do this, we need your donations & support. Give what you can, and encourage as many people as you can to also give. We are aiming to raise at least $100,000 by the end of Ramadan. With your help, this should be possible, insha'Allah. August 28 - 1:30pm PST / 4:30pm EST / 9:30pm GMT / 6:30am Sydney (Mon. Aug. 29) Join us to learn more about our Knowledge Without Barriers campaign and help us spread Islamic knowledge to the greatest number of people with the greatest benefit possible. Please invite your friends and family. Please RSVP and click 'Share' below the event title. For more information: http://conta.cc/q6qgEb
8/28/2011 1:30:00 PM +00:00
0.0000Reviving Prophetic Tradition in Our Lives and Communities
“Action in the Last Days: Reviving Prophetic Tradition in Our Lives & Communities” - Free Ramadan Webinar & Mawlid The last ten days of Ramadan are here. . . what have you planned for them? ‘Aisha said “When the last ten days of Ramadan started, the Messenger of Allah, may Allah bless him and grant him peace, used to pray during the night, wake up his family and intensify his efforts.” [Bukhari & Muslim] Be inspired to get the most out of your last ten days with a special webinar broadcast LIVE from SeekersHub Toronto. Join Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, Ustadha Shireen, Imam Afroz Ali, Shaykh Hatim Youssef and others to gain clear guidance on how to revive the Prophetic way in our lives and communities; how to re-ignite that Prophetic concern for God and God’s creation; and how to connect with the way of knowledge, remembrance, and service. Those who are able to are invited to attend in-person at SeekersHub Toronto (2355 Royal Windsor Dr, Unit 10, Mississauga, ON). Following the broadcast, there will be a FeedMe Fast Fundraising Iftar. (http://seekershub.org) Today! at 6:30pm EST | Watch the broadcast from the SeekersGuidance Facebook Page - http:/bit.ly/SGFBLS Click here for more details and timezones: http://seekersguidance.org/ramadan-webinar-2011/ Please invite your family and friends to join us.
8/20/2011 6:30:00 PM +00:00
0.0000Register for Crescent watch for Ramadhan 2011
Register now! The Australian National Crescent Sighting Coordination Centre (ANCSCC) will again this year provide its national service to notify Australian Muslims of the results of the crescent observation for the month of Ramadhan on 31st July (in a week and a half). You can be informed on your mobile phone via SMS, Twitter or our online LIVE update on the evening of the sighting. To register your mobile to receive the SMS notification, go to http://crescentwatch-australia.alghazzali.org/?page_id=170 To register for Twitter updates, go to http://twitter.com/ancscc
8/1/2011 12:00:00 AM +00:00
0.0000Islamophobia Webinar - A Prophetic Response in the Midst of Fear
**New date - July 23, 2011** Please note the time is 7PM EDT / 4PM PST Last year, our normal Ramadan activities were interrupted by a sharp rise in Islamophobia, riddled with threats to burn the Qur’an and impassioned disagreements over the opening of several Islamic centers. With the next election cycle coming up and new “Anti-Shari’ah” laws on many state ballots--in addition to the 10th anniversary of 9/11--many politicians, media personnel and Muslim activists are anticipating much the same, if not worse, for the Muslim community this year. Rather than waiting for things to erupt, we would like to make a preemptive positive impact. By inviting Muslim scholars and leaders to share practical advice with our community now, we hope to be better prepared to deal with what may lay ahead. Whether or not you are a member of an Islamic center, involved in the MSA, an activist, or simply a Muslim man, or Muslim woman: Join us Saturday, June 25th, at 7pm EST for this important webinar which will provide ways for us all to respond to Islamophobia in our communities. With Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, Imam Afroz Ali, Ustadha Zaynab Ansari, Asma Mirza & Imam Khalid Latif Register here: http://bit.ly/iphobia Time: 7pm EST To find your timezone, please check here: http://bit.ly/lwg26M LOS ANGELES, United States, California 4:00p Sat, Jul 23 2011 TORONTO, Canada, Ontario 7:00p Sat, Jul 23 2011 LONDON, United Kingdom, England 12:00a Sun, Jul 24 2011 SINGAPORE, Singapore 7:00a Sun, Jul 24 2011 SYDNEY, Australia 9:00a Sun, Jul 24 2011 >>> scheduled with worldtimebuddy.com
7/23/2011 7:00:00 PM +00:00
0.0000Fiqh & Science of Crescent Sighting - Sydney
This 3-evening (7:30pm - 10pm each evening) seminar will: - Provide all evidences about why physical sighting of the crescent is required in Islam. - Provide all evidences why pre-determined calendars and global sighting does not fulfil Islamic requirements. - Provide evidences of the incorrect announcements made regularly in Australia for Ramadhan and the two ‘Eids. - Provide practical guidance on how to observe the crescent on a regular basis with accurate information. - Discuss ways to change the repeated errors made in Australia and return to proper due process of establishing the Islamic Lunar Calendar. - Provide ample time for questions and answers. For more information and to register to secure your place, go to http://alghazzali.org/events/fiqh_of_crescent_sight_syd_2011 For enquiries, contact: Tel: (02)9708 1539 Email:academydirector@alghazzali.org
7/14/2011 12:00:00 AM +00:00
0.0000XpressO - Disability & Accessibility - Melbourne
An Xpresso space forum enabling access for the disabled Speakers: Imam Afroz Ali Shaykh Majidih Eesa Joan Smith from Guide Dogs Victoria Cost: Entry is FREE for those with an impairment. All others - $10 donation. All donations will go towards covering costs, as well as distributing Qur'ans in Braille to the visually impaired. Enquiries: Tel: 0401941302 Email: ansaarmelbourne@alghazzali.org Registration is essential. To register your attendance please contact Feriyal on 0401941302 or e-mail ansaarmelbourne@alghazzali.org About the program: This program will also showcase a 6 volume Qur'an published entirely in Braille, and arrangements made for Qur'ans in Braille to be gifted to the visually impaired, including a soon-to-be-established learning program by Al-Ghazzali Centre for reading Arabic in Braille. To donate for the cost of Qur'ans in Braille & learning program, please make electronic transfers to: Account Name: Al-Ghazzali Centre BSB: 032024 Acc: 401251 Reference Code: DSB
6/25/2011 7:00:00 PM +00:00
0.0000Marriage Workshop Part 1 & 2 - Melbourne
When: 12th – 13th June, 2011 Time: 9.30 am - Registration completion. 10am – 5pm Program. Cost: $50/person, $90/couple. Silver and Platinum members attend this course for FREE. Enquiries: Tel: 0433972659 Email: academymelbourne@alghazzali.org To register go to http://www.alghazzali.org/register/marriage_workshop_melb This workshop is excellent for married couples, parents and those looking towards marriage. The workshop will discuss the critical elements of a successful marriage based on Prophetic Teachings. This is parts 1 & 2 of a 3-part series on this topic, after a successful series that started in 2003, and successfully repeated many times since. Some of the areas that will be covered are: Theology of Marriage in Islam Know Yourself before Choosing a Spouse- Working through Person-Centricity Marital Contracts and how it protects the rights of women Advice on how to find compatible marriage partners Tips on Successful Relationships Life inside the Home Spiritual Significance and Harmony Conflict Resolution using Real-life experience Developing Compassion and Intimacy Nurturing Relationships with In-Laws Self Awareness and Communication using Stimuli-Responsive ® method The Presenter: Imam Afroz Ali Imam Afroz Ali is the Founder and President of Al-Ghazzali Centre for Islamic Sciences & Human Development, based in Sydney, Australia. He is a qualified Imam in the Islamic Tradition, having studied under Traditional Islam and received licence to teach in various Islamic Sciences. His studies have taken him from university-based Islamic University- Madina, Saudi Arabia then moving towards Traditional Scholarship in Yemen, United States and Mauritania, where he has spent considerable time to learn from the most esteemed Rightly Guided Islamic Scholars of our time. He has also travelled to Cairo, Egypt for further studies in Islamic Jurisprudence with Scholars at al-Azhar University and was on the Board of Advisors at Markaz Aleem in Cairo, Egypt. He is the Managing Director of and a senior instructor at SeekersGuidance Online Academy. He continues to present lectures, workshops and training programs worldwide on Islamic Jurisprudence, Spirituality, Ecological Wellbeing, Ethical Rights and Responsibilities, and Personal and Corporate Citizenship. As a trainer in personal leadership he provides corporate training on Team building, Personal Leadership, Change Management, Business Strategy Development and Corporate Ethics. Further, Imam Afroz utilises his corporate training skills to mentor and train community organisations in Community Sustainability Programs, Personal Leadership and Interpersonal Skills, Spiritual Development, Motivation and Goals Setting. He has initiated philanthropic as well as sustainable environment projects in Australia and abroad, and continues to advocate for peace, acceptance, justice and interpersonal rights. Imam Afroz is a founding member of the Australian Religious Response to Climate Change. He is also the recipient of the International Ambassador for Peace award and is an Australian Ambassador for the Charter for Compassion. To register go to http://www.alghazzali.org/register/marriage_workshop_melb
6/13/2011 12:00:00 AM +00:00
0.0000Fiqh & Science of Crescent Sighting - Melbourne
This full-day seminar will: - Provide all evidences about why physical sighting of the crescent is required in Islam. - Provide all evidences why pre-determined calendars and global sighting does not fulfill Islamic requirements. - Provide evidences of the incorrect announcements made regularly in Australia for Ramadhan and the two ‘Eids. - Provide practical guidance on how to observe the crescent on a regular basis with accurate information. - Discuss ways to change the repeated errors made in Australia and return to proper due process of establishing the Islamic Lunar Calendar. - Provide ample time for questions and answers. For more information and to register to secure your place, go to http://alghazzali.org/events/crescent_sight_melb For enquiries, contact: Tel: 0433972659 Email:academymelbourne@alghazzali.org
6/11/2011 9:00:00 AM +00:00
0.0000Journey To Allah - SeekersGuidance Appalachian Retreat
“So rush to Allah…” (Qur’an, 51:50) Are you bored with being bombarded with billboard marketing and fed-up with finding nothing better to do than turn on the TV? Do you feel distanced from Allah and His signs, and from the way of the Prophet (may Allah bless him and grant him peace)? SeekersGuidance is offering the opportunity for you to join them on a 5-day long spiritual retreat, where you can reconnect with Allah through learning, reflecting on His creation, engaging in remembrance of Allah, and through the inspiring company of scholars and other keen seekers. “O you who believe! Be mindful of Allah and be with those true to commitment” (Qur’an, 9:119) Join us and our line up of international scholars, who will accompany you on this journey. Benefit from their knowledge, understanding and gentle guidance during a series of uplifting lectures and workshops, and experience the wonders of performing acts of worship the way that the Prophet (may Allah bless him and grant him peace) did. Register here: http://www.seekersguidance.org/retreat Date - Friday, June 3th to Wednesday, June 8th, 2011 Location - Coker Creek Village – Tellico Plains, TN Teachers Dr Umar Faruq Abd-Allah Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Shaykh Yahya Rhodus Shaykh AbdulKarim Yahya Ustadh Sa'ad Qadri (Youth) Ustadh Tayssir Safi (Youth) Ustadha Shireen Ahmed Ustadha Zaynab Ansari Activities White Water Rafting on the world famous Ocoee river Special gathering on Buck Bald Summit Campfire gatherings with halal s’mores Horseback riding Mountain bike trail ride Miles of hiking trails Gold Panning Mining for rubies, emeralds and other gemstones Climbing tower with zip line Low ropes/Team building course Swimming Volleyball Basketball Ultimate frisbee Frisbee golf Register here: http://www.seekersguidance.org/retreat
6/8/2011 12:00:00 AM +00:00
0.0000Finding The Balance - Free Online Webinar - Asia-Pacific Rebroadcast
Date: June 2nd, 2011 Time: 10pm Sydney | 8pm KL & Singapore | 12pm GMT | 8am EST Location: Online – http://bit.ly/SGLIVE Scholars: Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, Shaykh Yusuf Badat, Imam Afroz Ali, Ustadh Abdullah Misra Imam Afroz Ali will be answering questions LIVE during the Q & A session Topics • How to bring spiritual element in our worldly affairs? • How do we not let the pursuit of worldly growth lessen our spiritual growth? • Balance in Islamic Activism • Does Islam require giving up professional growth over spiritual one? • Or is there a balance available to us? • Those who spend their lives either developing professionally or religiously, what are their roles in society? • Developing Sincerity in Intention & Finding Balance in Action
6/3/2011 12:00:00 AM +00:00
0.0000Finding The Balance - Free Online Webinar
Date: May 29th, 2011 Time: 12pm PST | 3pm EDT | 7pm GMT Location: Online – http://bit.ly/SGLIVE Scholars: Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, Shaykh Yusuf Badat, Imam Afroz Ali, Ustadh Abdullah Misra, and Ustadha Zaynab Ansari Topics • How to bring spiritual element in our worldly affairs? • How do we not let the pursuit of worldly growth lessen our spiritual growth? • Balance in Islamic Activism • Does Islam require giving up professional growth over spiritual one? • Or is there a balance available to us? • Those who spend their lives either developing professionally or religiously, what are their roles in society?
5/29/2011 3:00:00 PM +00:00
0.0000Finding the Balance:FREE Toronto Seminar, Sh.Faraz Rabbani & Sh.Yusuf Badat
A first ever collaborative event between Mathabah Foundation, SeekersGuidance and Islamic Foundation of Toronto! A must for highschool/university students & working professionals. Do you find yourself wishing that you had more time to dedicate to your spiritual affairs? Are you wondering whether your pursuit of education, a career, and even marriage, is preventing your spiritual growth? If the lack of balance in your life frustrates you, then it’s time to rediscover the keys to making every worldly act one that draws you closer to Allah, and to find the right balance in all of your actions. Join Shaykh Faraz Rabbani and Shaykh Yusuf Badat, and let them guide you through a framework to personally finding the right balance, and enabling growth of both din and dunya. Admission is FREE Register now at www.seekersguidance.org/balance If any of the following below, sounds like you, then you cannot miss this seminar: -I am a student at university, i sometimes have exams or class during the time of Salah. Its hard to leave my exam to go pray. I need to find a way to be able to do both, get an A in my classes as well as perform my salah on time. -I am in my forties, I work almost 50-60 hours a week, I barely have anytime to spend on my family let alone attend masjid halaqas, or even prayer such as Jummah prayer. -I am a teacher, working to support my family. I work as full time, sometimes staying late, and then bringing work home. I also have kids that need taking care of. I have no time during the week to devote to spirituality. -I am pursuing my career as a Doctor. Getting into med school is tough, I have 6 classes during the week, assignments, tests, exams and I also volunteer at the local hospital. I want to dedicate my life to serving God as well, but I just cant seem to find any time in my schedule to do so. -We work 9-5 everyday, our young kids go to daycare. By the time we get home, we are both so tired that we usually just order take out from time to time, and rest as much as we can. Our kids usually attend after school programs, or are just glued to the tv, we need them that way in order to get some rest at home from a tiring day from work. -I am at my business 13-14 hours a day. I pray 5 times, but I dont feel my Salah being as complete or valid as I think it is. I am constantly engaged in thinking about my business instead of my Lord, when I'm in salah. With such a hectic lifestyle, I cannot concentrate on my Salah.
5/7/2011 12:00:00 PM +00:00
0.0000SG Retreat Webinar - Rebroadcast
SeekersGuidance will be rebroadcasting the webinar which was originally broadcast on Sunday, April 24th to share more information about the retreat. This webinar will be hosted 4 days prior to the registration deadline. Join us and listen to attending teachers, scholars and organizers share their experiences and importance of this huge event. - Opening remarks by Noman Zaheer, 15 minutes (Organizer) - Ustadha Zaynab Ansari, 10 minutes - Shaykh Yahya Rhodus, 10 minutes - Questions & Answers session regarding the retreat - live chat with Noman Zaheer - Closing remarks and dua by Dr. Umar Faruq Abd-Allah, 15 minutes On Monday, 5/3/11 at 5pm PST / 8pm EST please join us here - http://livestream.com/seekersguidance or join us on our Facebook page to view the webinar - http://bit.ly/SGFBLS Speakers: Dr Umar Faruq Abd-Allah Shaykh Yahya Rhodus Ustadha Zaynab Ansari Noman Zaheer (Organizer) More info here - http://conta.cc/fy01kS
5/3/2011 8:00:00 PM +00:00
0.0000Seeking Knowledge: A Practical Guide For Sisters, Sh Faraz, CA
Studying sacred knowledge is incumbent upon every Muslim, man AND woman. A woman naturally plays many roles in her life. A woman can be a daughter, a mother, a sister, a friend, and much more. In the hub-bub of fulfilling these roles, it becomes difficult for a woman to fulfill the role she plays a student of sacred knowledge. Trying to find a balance between these roles and simultaneously studying the deen is no easy task. In order to shed light on the matter, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani will be holding a special sisters session for all of those mothers, sisters, wives, daughters, and friends who have an urge to study sacred knowledge while maintaining their responsibilities in their homes and work in a sustainable manner. Who: Mothers, wives, daughters, and sisters (SISTERS ONLY) What: Seeking Knowledge: A Practical Guide For Sisters with Shaykh Faraz Rabbani When: Saturday April 16th, 1-3pm Where: Northstar School, 725 Whipple Road, Union City, CA Why: Find out how to learn the sacred Islamic sciences, in-depth, as a Muslim sister living today in America Unfortunately, babysitting is not available for this event, so please leave the little ones at home! Also, free snacks and refreshments will be provided.
4/16/2011 1:00:00 PM +00:00
0.0000TOUCHED BY MERCY :: The Qasida Burda Tour
.:: TOUCHED BY MERCY - A Commentary on the Qasida Burda ::. Arguably one of the greatest poems ever written about the Beloved of God (peace and blessings be upon him) is coming to the North of England. .:: THE TOUR ::. A 7-day tour of cities across the North of England, with live performances of the Qasida Burda by Sidi Nader Khan and an exposition and commentary of the Qasida Burda by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani. Each evening the teachers will touch upon a different theme of the Qasida Burda as it relates to the character and teachings of the Prophet of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him). Entrance is by registration only. >> Email Bano@relief-works.org to reserve your place. Tickets cost £10 per head. *** Please make sure you invite your friends from other faiths to attend *** .:: THE RETREAT - The Burda Explained ::. Please click on the following link for information on the retreat: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=158702507516570 >> To apply for your place at the retreat, please email Bano@relief-works.org. The retreat is open to both brothers and sisters. .:: THE SCHEDULE ::. These are small intimate gatherings with *very* limited seating. Entry is by registration only. >> **Please** register early to avoid disappointment at the door. FRIDAY - 18 March - NELSON - 6pm to 9pm - Introduction to the Burda LOCATION: ACE Centre, Cross St, Nelson, BB9 7NN SATURDAY - 19 March - LIVERPOOL - 6pm to 9pm - Chapter 1, 2 LOCATION: Dragon Room, Contemporary Urban Centre, 41-51 Greenland Street, Liverpool L1 0BS SUNDAY - 20 March - HUDDERSFIELD - 6pm to 9pm - Chapter 3 LOCATION: T5/09; Technology Building, University of Huddersfield, Queensgate, Huddersfield, HD1 3DH MONDAY - 21 March - SHEFFIELD - 6pm to 9pm - Chapters 4, 5 LOCATION: Burngreave Vestry Hall, 2 Burngreave Road, Sheffield, S3 9DD TUESDAY - 22 March - BLACKBURN - 6pm to 9pm - Chapter 6 LOCATION: Hornby Lecture Theatre, Blackburn Library, Town Hall Street, Blackburn BB2 1AG WEDNESDAY - 23 March - ROCHDALE - 6pm to 9pm - Chapters 7, 8 LOCATION: Castlemere Banquet hall, 8 Castlemere St Rochdale OL11 3SW THURSDAY - 24 March - BRADFORD - 6pm to 9pm - Chapters 9, 10 LOCATION: Kala Sangam, St Peters House, 1 Forster Square, Bradford BD1 4TY FRIDAY to SUNDAY (Retreat) - 25-27 March - CHESTER - 3pm (Fri) to 6pm (Sun) LOCATION: Trafford Hall, Ince Lane, Chester CH2 4JP >> An in-depth explanation of the entire poem Again, entry is by registration only. To register, or for more information, please contact: bano@relief-works.org / +44 7966 534552 -----------------
3/27/2011 12:00:00 AM +00:00
0.0000TOUCHED BY MERCY :: The Qasida Burda Explained (with Shaykh Faraz Rabbani)
.:: 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 -- .:: 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 --------------------
3/26/2011 8:00:00 AM +00:00
0.0000Excellence With Parents Online Seminar
“Your Lord has declared that you should worship none but Him and that you be good to your parents” (Surat Al Isra:23) The relationship between parents and children is the cornerstone of the Muslim family. Excellence with parents is an extremely important, and often neglected duty for many Muslim children. This free webinar addresses the command of Allah by reminding us of the extent of the rights of our parents and aims to inspire us to fulfill them with excellence. The speakers teach us the best way to act with our parents, based on the Prophetic teachings and the key ayat from the Qur’an. This includes the best way of speaking to them, caring for them, and being humble before them. Join us, and ensure that you are fulfilling this duty in the best way possible. Your parents are the means to your existence, and our Prophet (may Allah bless him and grant him peace) said “whoever doesn’t thank people, has not thanked Allah”. Speakers: Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Shaykh Yahya Rhodus Ustadha Zaynab Ansari Imam Afroz Ali Ustadh Abdullah Anik Misra Shaykh Ala El-Bakri Imam Mohammed Maged Event details Date: Sunday, January 23, 2011 Time: 2:30pm EST / 11:30am PST / 7:30pm GMT REGISTER HERE - http://www.seekersguidance.org/seminars
1/23/2011 11:30:00 AM +00:00
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