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The science of acquiring the ma’rifat of Allah (or to ‘know’ Him) has been aptly described as the ultimate Islamic science. T he purpose of all other forms of knowledge is to ultimately lead us to ‘know’ Allah. But what does it mean to know Allah (i.e. to become an arif (pl. urafa)) and why … Read more

Instructor: Hasnayn Kassamali

Instructor: Sayyed Mohammad Soleimanpanah

Instructor: Tahera Kassamali This course was conducted in conjunction with az-Zahra Madrasah as part of their Islamic Summer day camp program. The course was held from July 21 – 31, 2003, from 10.30 a.m. – 12.30p.m, Monday s to Thursdays. A total of 20 students participated. The first week students learned about Astronomy in the … Read more

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Instructor: Tahera Kassamali The course was held at the office of ALI from July 07 to July 17 2003, for children ages 9-13. A total of 15 children participated. Classes were held from Monday to Thursday, from 10.30 am to 12.30 pm. Students learned about four Islamic countries. Each country was discussed for two sessions. … Read more

One of the principles of Shî`î worldview and Islamic belief is the idea of justice both as an attribute of Allah (swt) and as a guiding principle of individual and social practices. This question has been debated by religious scholars, theologians, philosophers as well as believers and non-believers. To have a general grasp of the … Read more

Some of the themes in the Sûrah planned for the course are: Prophet Mûsa (a) talks to God, âyât 7-12 Prophet Sulaymân and the ant, âyât 17-20 Prophet Sulaymân and the Hoopoe (Hudhud), âyât 20-27 4. The Queen of Sheba, âyât 29-44 The Signs of God, âyât 60-66 Coming of the Day of Judgment, âyât … Read more

Instructor: Tahera Kassamali

This course will be a continuation of the third level. Students will learn more vocabulary from the Holy Qur’ân and some rules of grammar. Grammar lessons will focus on the text ACCESS TO QUR’ANIC ARABIC. Instructor: Hasnain Kassamali Dates: April 9 – May 28, 2003 (both dates inclusive) Timings: Wednesday evenings, 7.30 – 10.00 p.m. … Read more