SeekersGuidance Canada offers reliable Islamic knowledge, taught by qualified teachers, completely free. All are welcome. Join us in-person at 220 Britannia Rd. E. (Mississauga) or live at seekersguidance.org/live. View our full schedule of classes and programs here.
WEEKLY CLASS SCHEDULE (January 3 – April 17, 2020)
Monday
Understanding Islamic Beliefs and Logic: Sawi’s Commentary on Jawhara al-Tawhid with Damanhuri’s Idah al-Mubham
Mondays 3-5 p.m. with Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
This class explores a text on intermediate Islamic beliefs — Sawi’s commentary on Laqqani’s Jawhara al-Tawhid — alongside an introduction to classical Islamic logic looking at Damanhuri’s commentary on Akhdari’s Sullam al-Munawraq. This class is for students of knowledge with ability to read and understand classical Arabic and prior study of Islamic beliefs, worship, and practical spirituality.
Intermediate Islamic Law (Worship): Shurunbulali’s Maraqi al-Falah Sharh Nur al-Idah
Mondays and Wednesdays 5-7 p.m. with Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
Reading an extensive commentary on the fiqh of worship, for students of knowledge with solid previous study of the subject, and ability to understand classical texts in Arabic. Texts are read in Arabic, and explained in English.
Seekers Qur’an Circle: Understanding the Great Opening; The Fatiha and al-Baqara
Mondays 7:30-9 p.m. with Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
In this course, we cover the opening sura of the Qur’an, the Fatiha, followed by Sura al-Baqara. This is an excellent circle to appreciate the Qur’an and its guidance—in its richness, depth, and beauty, based on classical works of Qur’an commentary (tafsir).
Tuesday
Understanding Islamic Law (Transactions): Quduri’s Mukhtasar Explained
Tuesdays and Thursdays 5-7 p.m. with Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
For seekers of knowledge with a background in Islamic studies, Shaykh Faraz is covering one of the great classical manuals of Islamic law—the Mukhtasar of Imam Quduri—from the section in Financial Transactions.
Basic Arabic Vocabulary & Grammar with Shaykh Yusuf Weltch
Wednesday
An Introduction to Intermediate Arabic Grammar: the Mutammima al-Ajrumiyya Explained
Wednesdays 3-5 p.m. with Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
This class covers Hattab’s Mutammima al-Ajrumiyya, an intermediate-level primer on Arabic grammar, consolidating and building on the concepts found in simpler texts, for students of the Arabic language who have completed study of a commentary of the Ajrumiyya, or similar primer, with understanding.
Intermediate Islamic Law (Worship): Shurunbulali’s Maraqi al-Falah Sharh Nur al-Idah
Mondays and Wednesdays 5-7 p.m. with Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
Reading an extensive commentary on the fiqh of worship, for students of knowledge with solid previous study of the subject, and ability to understand classical texts in Arabic. Texts are read in Arabic, and explained in English.
The Life of the Last Prophet and Its Life Lessons: The Medinan Period
Wednesdays 7:30-9 p.m. with Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
“Truly, you have in the Messenger of Allah the most beautiful of examples for whoever seeks Allah and the Last Day,” Allah tells us in the Qur’an. In this course, Shaykh Faraz will cover arguably the most influential Prophetic biography of recent times, Shaykh Bouti’s Fiqh al-Sira (Lessons from the Prophet’s Life). Both the life of the Prophet and practical lessons related to all aspects of our lives will be addressed.
Thursday
Understanding Islamic Law (Transactions): Quduri’s Mukhtasar Explained
Tuesdays and Thursdays 5-7 p.m. with Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
For seekers of knowledge with a background in Islamic studies, Shaykh Faraz is covering one of the great classical manuals of Islamic law—the Mukhtasar of Imam Quduri—from the section in Financial Transactions.
The Revival Circle
Thursdays 7:30-9 p.m. with Shaykh Faraz Rabbani and Shaykh Yusuf Weltch
Imam Ghazali’s Revival of the Islamic Sciences is one of the Great Books of the Islamic tradition. In January, we will cover the chapter on Hope and Fear; in February, Neediness and Renunciation; in March, Divine Oneness and Trust in Allah; in April, Love and Contentment. An excellent class for anyone seeking to strengthen and deepen their relationship with Allah and to enrich their religious understanding.
Friday
The Path of Piety: Birgivi’s Tariqa al-Muhammadiyya Explained
Fridays 5-7 p.m. with Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
This class covers one of the great works on the “fiqh of taqwa” — how to truly follow the way of the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) in knowledge, beliefs, and operationalizing mindfulness of Allah (taqwa). This class is for students of knowledge with prior study of the essentials of faith, worship, and practical spirituality.
Friday Circle of Remembrance and Guidance
Fridays 7:30-9 p.m. with Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, Shaykh Yusuf Weltch, and local nasheed singers
The Prophet (peace be upon him) described the circles of remembrance as “gardens of paradise.” In this inspiring Circle, we cover selections from Ibn ʿAta’Illah’s The Refinement of Souls and read Habib Umar’s Diya’ al-Lami’ (on the life and praise of the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him). Features special Kids Club to encourage children to sit quietly with their parent during the event to learn the proper etiquette during a gathering of knowledge and remembrance.
Saturday
Qur’an Recitation Clinc
Saturdays 9-10 a.m. with Ustadh Ahmad Quwatly and Ustadha Halimah Maideen
A unique opportunity to work on your recitation with qualified Qur’an teachers with certification (ijaza), regardless of our level of proficiency–whether beginner or advanced. Completely free.
Sisters are taught by Ustadha Halimah Maideen in the Nawawi Room; Brothers are taught by Ustadh Ahmad Quwatly in the Medina Room.
Seekers Youth Certificate
Saturdays 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. with Shaykh Yusuf Weltch and Guest Instructors
A one-year program for young Muslims (12-18) to learn essential Islamic knowledge with clarity, and to have the inspiration to live this guidance with excellence.
This term we will be covering the following two texts:
The Creed of the Masses: This course focuses on what is necessary for a believer to know regarding faith in Allah, the Prophets and Messengers, and regarding faith in the Hereafter. ʿAqida al-Awamm is a famous poem written for general benefit for students of all levels.
Prophetic Guidance: This course focuses on taking a glimpse into the life of the Messenger of Allah, his character and how we can refract some of the light of his blessed habits in our lives. By coming to learn more about the Beloved of Allah, we hope that through our emulation of him, we become beloved to Allah.
Sunday
Women’s Study Circle: The Path of The Worshipful Servants
Sundays 9-10:30 a.m. with Ustadha Halimah Maideen and Ustadha Shireen Ahmed
In this class we cover Imam Ghazali’s The Path of the Worshipful Servants (Minhaj al-Abideen), which is a text on the seven hurdles one needs to overcome to better oneself as a believer. We watch a class by Habib Hussein as-Saqqaf and then review and discuss the material as a group.
A great place to meet other sisters on a weekly basis and to learn together.
Coffee and Connections
Sundays 11 a.m.-1 p.m. with Shaykh Yusuf Weltch and other teachers
Good coffee, inspiring lesson on beautifying our hearts and character, and engaging discussion in a welcoming and friendly environment. (Lesson streamed live on Facebook.)
The Step One Essentials Certificate with Shaykh Faraz
Sundays 1-4 p.m. with Shaykh Faraz Rabbani and Shaykh Yusuf Weltch
A one year program covering what you need to know to fulfill your religious obligations soundly and to live Prophetic guidance practically. In nine courses, you’ll cover the essentials beliefs; worship; halal and haram; and living the Prophetic example (sunna) in one’s daily life—based on classical Islamic scholarship and applied to our living context.
New students are welcome for our second term, where we will be covering Essentials of Worship from Ascent to Felicity and the second part of Beginning of Guidance (On Refraining from Disobedience).
Qur’an Memorization Clinic
Sundays 4-5 p.m. with Shaykh Yusuf Weltch and Ustadha Halimah Maideen
An opportunity to memorize from the Qur’an consistently, at your own pace, with qualified teachers with certification (ijaza). Suitable for all teenagers and adults, regardless of your proficiency—whether beginner or advanced. A Qur’an Memorization Tracker is provided. Completely free.
The sisters’ class is led by Ustadha Halimah Maideen in the Nawawi Room; the brothers’ class is led by Shaykh Yusuf Weltch, and is held in the Medina Room at the SeekersGuidance Centre.