ALI-209: Deriving Lessons from Qur’anic Stories

The course will cover selected passages from the Holy Qur’an that discuss brief historical events which have moral and ethical lessons for believers. Dates: From April 3 to May 8, 2012 Day & time: Tuesday evenings, immediately after maghribayn prayers. (Maghrib time on April 3 is 8:02 pm & on May 8 is 8:45 pm). The course … Read more

ALI-207: Quranic Arabic – Level I

This course will cover Quranic vocabulary and beginning lessons from the text Access to Quranic Arabic by AbdulWahid Hamid. Students should be familiar with the reading of Arabic but do not need to have studied Arabic before. We will also study basic Hadith in Arabic. Dates: Saturday mornings, Feb. 18 – Mar. 24, 2012 Timings: 1:00 – … Read more

ALI-208: Quranic Perspective on Bibi Maryam (a)

The course will cover verses of Quran that talk about Bibi Maryam (a) and the model of feminine spirituality she embodies. We will also explore the Catholic beliefs about Bibi Maryam (a) and compare their beliefs to the Shi’ite belief about Bibi Fatima (a). Dates: Tuesday evenings, Feb. 14th – Mar. 20th, 2012 Timings: 8.30 – 9.30 … Read more

ALI-206: Duas from Saheefa Sajjadiyyah, Part 2

After conducting Part 1 Introductory course last October, we received numerous request that we study the beautiful supplications found in the Saheefa. In this section, we will have a detailed look at the Du`as for the Days of the Week and their relevance to our daily needs. Dates: Monday evenings, Feb. 13 – Mar.19, 2012 Timings: 8.30 … Read more

ALI-204: Parenting to Build Moral Intelligence in Children

All of us wish that our children would learn right from wrong and make morally conscious choices even when we are not there to guide them. In this 4 week workshop, we will explore, learn and practice parenting strategies that will help develop children’s character and moral consciousness. Instructor: Sr. Marzia Hasan Dates: Wednesday evenings, Nov. 2nd … Read more

ALI-205: Imam Ali (a)’s Letter to Malike Ashtar

A study of letter no. 62 of Nahjul Balagha We will discuss issues raised in this letter including duty towards God, responsibilities towards people, and personal accountability. Instructor: Tahera Kassamali Dates: Tuesday evening, Nov. 1st to Nov. 22nd, 2011 Timings: 3.00 p.m. to 4.00 p.m. EST (Toronto/NY time) and again at 8.30 p.m. to 9.30 p.m.EST Note: For women … Read more

ALI-203A: Hajj 1432 Preparation and Rituals

This Hajj online seminar (webinar)  will be of interest to all those proceeding to Hajj (for the first time or repeat) and others who are want to learn more about the significance Hajj. The webinar will also discuss the spiritual and social benefits of this important branch of Islam. Additional 15 minutes will be given … Read more

ALI-202: Historical Stories in the Quran

The course will cover selected passages of the Quran that discuss brief historical events (other than the Prophets) which have moral and ethical lessons for believers. Timings: Tuesday evenings, 8.30 p.m. to 9.30 p.m. Instructor: Tahera Kassamali For ladies only Please note: Classes will be held at JCC at 9000 Bathurst street Each course will … Read more

ALI-201: Introduction to Saheefa Sajjadiyyah

The course will cover a comprehensive discussion on the significance, role and authenticity of Saheefa Sajjadiyyah. The contents of the Saheefa will be studied using two approaches: a detailed discussion on a number of supplications individually, and a topical discussion on a few subjects covered in the book. Timings: Monday evenings, 8.30 p.m. to 9.30 p.m. … Read more