ALI 651: Introduction to Afghan Art

Join us for two days of workshops on the skills of Afghan art. Taught by talented Afghani women, these workshops will introduce the intricacies of Afghan art. It will teach participants the basic stitches of Afghan embroidery and allow them to work on and complete a piece for themselves. Fees: $40.00 (Includes supplies) Venue: A.L.I. Center, … Read more

Réflexion Coranique N°293. Ayat 21:107 –Une miséricorde pour l’Univers

وَ ما أَرْسَلْناكَ إِلَّا رَحْمَةً لِلْعالَمِين‏ Wa mā arsalnāka illā rahmatan lil‘ālamīn Et Nous ne t’avons envoyé qu’en miséricorde pour l’univers. (Sūrat al-Anbiyā, No.21, Āyat 107) Si nous étudions l’histoire, chaque prophète envoyé comme guide pour le peuple a une histoire unique et a manifesté des attributs Divins qui l’ont aidé dans sa mission. Ce … Read more

Quranic Reflection No. 536. Ayat 4:63 – Effective Advice

فَأَعْرِضْ عَنْهُمْ وَعِظْهُمْ وَقُل لَّهُمْ فِي أَنفُسِهِمْ قَوْلًا بَلِيغًا Fa-a‘rid ‘anhum wa‘izhum waqul lahum fī anfusihim qawlan balīghā So let them alone, and advise them, and speak to them effective words concerning themselves. (Sūrat al-Nisāʾ, No 4, Āyat 63) This verse tells the Prophet sallal-lāhu ‘alayhi wa-ālihi wasallam how to deal with the hypocrites – those who … Read more

Day 2 – Sūrat al-Naazi’aat

Brief Info Sūrat al-Nāzi‘āt, No. 79. Revealed in Makkah, 46 verses.  Like many of the Makkan sūras, this sūra focuses on the theme of resurrection. The name is derived from the first verse of the sūra. Merits of reciting the sūra. The Prophet (s) said: Whoever recites Sūra al-Nāzi‘āt, his wait and accounting on the Day of Judgement will be the time … Read more

Day 1 – Sūrat al-Naba’

Brief Info Sūra Naba’, No. 78. Revealed in Makkah, 40 verses. Makkan Sūras are shorter, very poetic, and focus on the principles of Oneness of Allah and the Day of Resurrection. The language is strong and potent. Sūra Naba’ begins with a question and ends with a powerful verse portraying intense regret on the Day of Judgment. Merits of … Read more

Day 1 – Sūrat al-Ghāfir – Part 1 (verses 1-45)

Bismillāh and Salamun alaykum. Familiarization with Quranic Sūras Month of Ramadan 1441 – Day 1 Sūrat al-Ghāfir – Part 1 (verses 1-45) Sūra Information Sūra Ghāfir, No.40, Revealed in Madinah, 85 verses. The sura is also known as Sūrat al-Mu’min, as it includes the story of the Mu’min of Āli Fir‘awn. His story only appears … Read more

Day 2 – Sūrat al-Ghāfir – Part 2 (Ayat 46-85)

Bismillāh and Salamun alaykum. Familiarization with Quranic Sūras Month of Ramadan 1441 – Day 2 Sūrat al-Ghāfir – Part 2 (verses 46-85) Sūra Information The sūra takes its name from verse 3 which refers to Allah (swt) as the Forgiver of sins. Some believe that though the sūra is Makkan, verses 56 & 57 or … Read more

Day 3 – Sūrat al-Zukhruf– Part 1 (verses 1-40)

Familiarization with Quranic Sūras Month of Ramadan 1441 – Day 3 Sūrat al-Zukhruf– Part 1 (verses 1-40) Sūra Information Sūra al-Zukhruf, No.43, Revealed in Makkah, 89 verses. It takes its name from the mention of Zukhruf – gold ornaments – in verse 35. Sūra Significance Whoever recites Sūrat al-Zukhruf will be from those who will … Read more

ALI-537: Etiquette of Ziyarat

This webinar will discuss the importance and etiquette of pilgrimage to Karbala, Kazimayn, Mashhad, Najaf, Qum & Samarra. The course will focus on connecting spiritually to the Imams who are visited and the main Aadaab of Ziyarat. Practical issues such as Salat in the airplane, performing wudhu made easy, and complete or shortened (qasr) prayers … Read more