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WEEKLY CLASS SCHEDULE (September 21st – December 22nd, 2019)
Monday
Understanding Islamic Beliefs and Logic: Sawi’s Commentary on Jawhara al-Tawhid with Damanhuri’s Idah al-Mubham
Days/Time: Mondays 3pm – 5pm
Teacher: Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
Location: The New SeekersGuidance Centre – 220 Britannia Road E (at Hurontario), Mississauga
Price: FREE
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 spiritual
Seats are limited, Eventbrite registration will be required.
*This registration is for an in-person program
Intermediate Islamic Law (Worship): Shurunbulali’s Maraqi al-Falah Sharh Nur al-Idah
Days/Time: Mondays and Wednesdays 5pm – 7pm
Teacher: Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
Location: The New SeekersGuidance Centre – 220 Britannia Road E (at Hurontario), Mississauga
Price: FREE
Reading an extensive commentary on the fiqh of worship, for students of knowledge with solid previous study of the subject, and ability to understand the Arabic text. (Explained in English)
Seats are limited, Eventbrite registration will be required.
*This registration is for an in-person program
Seekers Qur’an Circle: The Beloved to Allah
Days/Time: Mondays 7:30pm – 9pm
Teacher: Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
Location: The New SeekersGuidance Centre – 220 Britannia Road E (at Hurontario), Mississauga
Price: FREE
This Qur’an Circle with Shaykh Faraz Rabbani covers the Qur’anic verses in which Allah mentions qualities of believers who are beloved to Him. Shaykh Faraz will unpack the meanings of these verses from classical works of tafsir; show how the Prophet (peace be upon him) exemplified these qualities; and give practical guidance on how to inculcate these qualities—in order to become of those beloved to Allah.
Seats are limited, Eventbrite registration will be required.
*This registration is for an in-person program
Tuesday
Shaykh Faraz Rabbani will be teaching, Dars al-Tanwir al-Absar wa Ifadat al-Anwar (A Two Year Specialization in Hanafi Fiqh).
We will be covering:
– Imam Tumurtashi’s Tanwir, with extensive readings in Haskafi’s Durr al-Mukhtar and Ibn Abidin’s Radd al-Muhtar;
– Imam Haskafi’s Ifadat al-Anwar Sharh al-Manar, in intermediate Hanafi usul, with extensive readings from Ibn Abidin’s Nasamat al-Ashar.
– Later, we will cover Ibn Abidin’s Sharh Uqud Rasm al-Mufti, and
– Select readings from Ibn Nujaym’s al-Ashbah wa’l Nadha’ir.
Understanding Islamic Law (Transactions): Quduri’s Mukhtasar Explained
Days/Time: Tuesdays and Thursdays 5pm – 7pm
Teacher: Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
Location: The New SeekersGuidance Centre – 220 Britannia Road E (at Hurontario), Mississauga
Price: FREE
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.
Seats are limited, Eventbrite registration will be required.
*This registration is for an in-person program
Basic Arabic Vocabulary & Grammar with Shaykh Yusuf Weltch
Wednesday
An Introduction to Intermediate Arabic Grammar: the Mutammima al-Ajrumiyya Explained
Days/Time: Wednesays 3pm – 5pm
Teacher: Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
Location: The New SeekersGuidance Centre – 220 Britannia Road E (at Hurontario), Mississauga
Price: FREE
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.
Seats are limited, Eventbrite registration will be required.
*This registration is for an in-person class
Intermediate Islamic Law (Worship): Shurunbulali’s Maraqi al-Falah Sharh Nur al-Idah
Days/Time: Mondays and Wednesdays 5pm – 7pm
Teacher: Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
Location: The New SeekersGuidance Centre – 220 Britannia Road E (at Hurontario), Mississauga
Price: FREE
Reading an extensive commentary on the fiqh of worship, for students of knowledge with solid previous study of the subject, and ability to understand the Arabic text. (Explained in English)
Seats are limited, Eventbrite registration will be required.
*This registration is for an in-person program
The Life of the Last Prophet and Its Life Lessons: The Meccan Period
Days/Time: Wednesdays 7:30pm – 9pm
Teacher: Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
Location: The New SeekersGuidance Centre – 220 Britannia Road E (at Hurontario), Mississauga
Price: FREE
“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.
Seats are limited, Eventbrite registration will be required.
*This registration is for an in-person class
Thursday
Shaykh Faraz Rabbani will be teaching, Dars al-Tanwir al-Absar wa Ifadat al-Anwar (A Two Year Specialization in Hanafi Fiqh).
We will be covering:
– Imam Tumurtashi’s Tanwir, with extensive readings in Haskafi’s Durr al-Mukhtar and Ibn Abidin’s Radd al-Muhtar;
– Imam Haskafi’s Ifadat al-Anwar Sharh al-Manar, in intermediate Hanafi usul, with extensive readings from Ibn Abidin’s Nasamat al-Ashar.
– Later, we will cover Ibn Abidin’s Sharh Uqud Rasm al-Mufti, and
– Select readings from Ibn Nujaym’s al-Ashbah wa’l Nadha’ir.
Understanding Islamic Law (Transactions): Quduri’s Mukhtasar Explained
Days/Time: Tuesdays and Thursdays 5pm – 7pm
Teacher: Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
Location: The New SeekersGuidance Centre – 220 Britannia Road E (at Hurontario), Mississauga
Price: FREE
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.
Seats are limited, Eventbrite registration will be required.
*This registration is for an in-person program
The Revival Circle: Book of Repentance (Ihya Uloom al-Din)
Days/Time: Thursfays 7:30pm – 9pm
Teacher: Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, Shaykh Yusuf Weltch and other Guests
Location: The New SeekersGuidance Centre – 220 Britannia Road E (at Hurontario), Mississauga
Price: FREE
In this weekly circle, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani and Shaykh Yusuf Weltch will be covering one Book a month from the 40 Books of Imam Ghazali’s masterpiece of Islamic knowledge and spiritual guidance, Reviving the Religious Sciences (Ihya’ Ulum al-Din). We will be beginning from the Final Quarter: On the Salvific Qualities, with the Book of Repentance. Excellent class for anyone seeking to strengthen and deepen their relationship with Allah, and to enrich their religious understanding.
Seats are limited, Eventbrite registration will be required.
*This registration is for an in-person program
Friday
The Path of Piety: Birgivi’s Tariqa al-Muhammadiyya Explained
Days/Time: Fridays 5:00pm – 7pm
Teacher: Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
Location: The New SeekersGuidance Centre – 220 Britannia Road E (at Hurontario), Mississauga
Price: FREE
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 ability to read and understand classical Arabic and prior study of the essentials of faith, worship, and practical spirituality.
Seats are limited, Eventbrite registration will be required.
*This registration is for an in-person program
Friday Circle of Remembrance and Guidance
The Prophet (peace be upon him) described the circles of remembrance as “gardens of paradise.” This inspiring Circle covers (1) selections from Imam Bukhari’s al-Adab al-Mufrad (Book of Propriety) and (2) reading of Habib Umar’s Diya’ al-Lami’ (a life and praise of the Prophet, peace be upon him).
Days/Time: Fridays 7:30pm – 9pm
Teacher: Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
Location: SeekersGuidance Canada – 220 Britannia Road E (at Hurontario), Mississauga
Price: FREE
Saturday
Qur’an Recitation Workshops for Men and Women
Time: 9:00am – 10:00am
Teacher: Qualified Qur’an teachers with Ijaza
Location: The New SeekersGuidance Centre – 220 Britannia Road E (at Hurontario), Mississauga
Price: FREE
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.
Seats are limited, Eventbrite registration will be required.
*This registration is for an in-person program
Seekers Youth Certificate with Shaykh Yusuf Weltch and Guest Instructors
Date: A One Year Program Beginning on September 21st (every Saturday)
Days/Time: Saturdays 10am – 12:30pm
Teacher: Shaykh Yusuf Weltch
Location: The New SeekersGuidance Centre – 220 Britannia Road E (at Hurontario), Mississauga
Price: FREE
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.
Seats are limited, Eventbrite registration will be required.
*This registration is for an in-person class
Sunday
Sister’s Study Circle: Imam Ghazali’s – The Path of The Worshipful Servant With Ustadha Shireen Ahmed
Days/Time: Sundays 9:00am – 10:30pm
Teacher: Ustadha Shireen Amed and Ustadha Halimah Maideen
Location: The New SeekersGuidance Centre – 220 Britannia Road E (at Hurontario), Mississauga
Price: FREE
A study circle covering Imam Ghazali’s ‘The Path of the Worshipful Servants’ (Minhaj al-Abidin) with summary and group discussion.
Seats are limited, Eventbrite registration will be required.
*This registration is for an in-person class
Coffee & Connections with Shaykh Yusuf Weltch and Guest Instructors
Days/Time: Sundays 11am – 1pm
Teacher: Shaykh Yusuf Weltch and other Guest Teachers
Location: The New SeekersGuidance Centre – 220 Britannia Road E (at Hurontario), Mississauga
Price: FREE
Good coffee, inspiring lesson on beautifying our hearts and character, and engaging discussion in a welcoming and friendly environment.
Seats are limited, Eventbrite registration will be required.
*This registration is for an in-person class
The SeekersGuidance Canada: Step One Essentials Certificate with Shaykh Faraz Rabbani and Shaykh Yusuf Weltch
Date: A One Year Program Beginning on September 22nd (every Sunday)
Days/Time: Sundays 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Teacher: Shaykh Faraz Rabbani and Shaykh Yusuf Weltch
Location: The New SeekersGuidance Centre – 220 Britannia Road E (at Hurontario), Mississauga
Price: FREE
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.
Seats are limited, Eventbrite registration will be required.
*This registration is for an in-person class