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
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
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
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 203 B – Women Issues
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
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
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
Understanding the philosophy behind acts of worship enables one to perform these acts with better understanding and insight, and this increases the sincerity which in turn brings one closer to the Most Merciful. Why are we commanded to abstain from the most basic of human needs from sunrise to sunset for an entire month? What … Read more
Advice from the Qur’an, the sayings and practices of the Prophet and the Ahlul Bayt (a), and the pious scholars regarding the different levels of proximity with the Qur’an and how we can strengthen our relationship with it. Days and timings: Saturday August 13 and Sunday August 14, 2011 from 11:45 am – 1:00 p.m. … Read more