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Pearls of the Qur’an 2012
In this unique three-day retreat, explore the miracles of the Qur'an, from the miracle of its historical revelation and compilation, to the miracle of its infinite guidance and wisdom for all peoples and all times.
Join some of our leading scholars as they examine both the external and internal dimensions of the Qur'an and share their reflections and commentary on many verses that now, more than ever, require a renewed understanding and application.
Confirmed speakers include: Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui, Shaykh Muhammad Ninowy, Shaykh Alaedin El-Bakri, Dr. Zainab Alwani, Ustadh Moutasem Atiya and Imam Mohamed Magid
April 6th-8th 2012
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The 2012 Moroccan Spiritual Tour
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The Al-Madina Institute 2012 Morocco Spiritual Tour with Shaykh Mohsen Al Najjar, Imam Mohamed Majid and Ustadth Moutasem Atiya is now SOLD OUT. Please check the Al-Madina Institute site for future tours, and spiritual seminars.
Stretching from the shores of the Atlantic to the sands of the Sahara, Morocco has served as a portal between Europe and Africa since the days of antiquity. With natural beauty only matched by its stunning architecture, a visit to Morocco is as much a feast for the soul as it is for the senses. Inspiration and home to poets and sages for centuries, the Moroccan experience has at its heart deep roots in Islamic scholarship and spirituality.
Tafsir Surah Yusuf
Described as the best of stories, Surah Yusuf is unique in its style, entirely devoted to relating the events in the life of Prophet Yusuf, peace be upon him. In a world where greed, envy, temptation and inustice were prevalent, his response was his noble character, an everlasting proof that imaan will always be in ascendancy. Its dramatic narrative gives us perspective on the inevitable twists and turns of our own lives, focusing on the core virtues we must personify to succeed in this life and the next.
Hajj: The Journey To Allah
The last of the five pillars of Islam, Hajj includes elements of all the preceding pillars before it, integrating the testimony and experience of faith with prayer, physical effort, sacrifice and spiritual purification. Through its unique forms of worship, from the circumambulation of the Kaaba to standing on the plains of Arafah, the pilgrim is on a journey of a lifetime, where the best provision is that of awareness and reverence of the Divine.
The Inner Dimensions of Fasting
With a unique reward incomparable to other acts of worship, fasting is an action that goes beyond controlling the physical appetites. A shield for the heart, it is an effective means of seeking nearness to Allah and purifying the soul, provided we are aware of the spiritual realities that must be present in our external fast.
Al-Madina Institute 2011 Turkey Tour
A journey through Turkey is a journey through living history, and Al-Madina Institute is pleased to announce its official tour of Istanbul Turkey from September 12 to September 19, 2012. Join Al-Madina Institute scholars Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui and Ustadh Moutasem Atiya as they explore its rich spiritual and cultural landscape. Get a glimpse of the mantle of the Prophet (sallallahu alayhi wa alihi wa sallam) preserved for generations to this day and pray in mosques with soaring domes established before the days of Columbus.
The Cave Within: Exploring the Meanings of Surah Al Kahf
Thousands of years ago, several young men of faith fled persecution and took shelter in a cave. In its darkness, they found illumination, and Allah, subhanahu wa ta'ala, immortalized their faith for generations to come in the Qur'an with a Surah of such wisdom that the Prophet Muhammad, sallallahu alayhi wa alihi wa sallam, recommended it be read on at least a weekly basis.
And Muhammad Is His Messenger - Reflections From The Meccan Years
And Muhammad is His Messenger. It is a phrase we say everyday, flowing off our tongues so easily and habitually that all too often we never stop for a moment to ask ourselves, what does it really mean?
Keys to the Garden: Lessons From Surah Yasin
Like the heart is to the human body, Surah Yasin carries the essential pulse of the Qur'an, affirming the central foundations of faith. It shakes the hearts with proofs of the Oneness of Allah, the Prophethood of Rasulallah (Peace Be Upon Him and His Family), and vivid reminders of the Hereafter.
A Call to the Believers
When we hear the verses calling the believers in the Qur'an, "O you who believe", does it truly penetrate our heart? Are we called to attention, and do we contemplate the meanings of these verses and their significance? In His Wisdom, Allah, subhanahu wa ta'ala speaks directly to the community of the believers throughout the Qur'an with this call.
Curing the Hearts: A Commentary of Al-Ghazali’s Ayyuhal Walad
Is your heart in need of a tune-up? In a time of spiritual bankruptcy and disrepair, discover the resource of one of the greatest counsels of all time, Imam al-Ghazali's Beloved Son, and acquire the tools to help you get moving again.
Stories from the Qur’an
Cain and Abel. The Queen of Sheba. Dhul Qarnain. Musa and Al-Khidr. These are just a few of the stories read to us during our childhood, stories which took us to distant lands we could only imagine, traveling back in time to see the crucial moments in the genesis and history of human civilization.
Trials of the Messengers
In times of hardship, we may lose perspective and forget the immense difficulties faced by the greatest of creations, the messengers of Allah.In this seminar, we reflect on the tests and challenges the Messengers of Allah faced in their mission. Our teachers remind us that we have been blessed with Islam because of their sacrifices. In this evening lecture, we find that reflecting on their lives not only increases our love for the Messengers, but also gives us sufficient inspiration and guidance in dealing with the trials we face in our own lives.
Join Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui and Ustadh Moutasem Atiya in "Trials of the Messengers".
Note: This is a free event, and does not require registration.
Purification of the Soul
It is our responsibility as Muslims seeking greater divine spirituality and understanding in our deen to consciously awaken our hearts and souls and become closer to the Creator by using the keys of knowledge provided through the Quran, Sunnah, and our Scholars.
A Portrait of the Prophet
A glimpse into the life of the Beloved, sallallahu alayhi wa alihi wa salaam, with commentary from the Shama'il of Imam Tirmidhi.
