Course: A Poetic Journey

Course: A Poetic Journey

A Poetic Journey Selections from the Diwan of Imam al-Shafi’i (Sisters only) In this 6-week course, we will travel through the esteemed and renowned book of poetry (al-Diwan) of Imam al-Shafi’i, taking one poem from every chapter insha’Allah. Although known for his...
You’ll be a fool to forget…

You’ll be a fool to forget…

How times change! A few years ago, I used to be so disappointed at the lack of women-only facilities at the gym and sports arenas around town. I love keeping fit and for me it was sad that a lot of the activities were inaccessible to us women. Everywhere I went I...
Peace be upon you…

Peace be upon you…

Peace be upon the afflicted who cry in pain. Peace be upon the lonely who wander in vain. Peace be upon the fatigued who struggle through today. Peace be upon the confused who can’t find their way. Peace be upon the brokenhearted whose tears flow. Peace be upon the...
Why be harsh when you can be kind?

Why be harsh when you can be kind?

Be kind, because there’s nothing like kindness. It warms hearts, causes forgiveness, and creates harmony between souls. It beautifies, it strengthens, and it leaves a powerful memory. It rids society of racism and intolerance, just as it rids hearts of hatred and...
It refuses to be uttered wrongly.

It refuses to be uttered wrongly.

As I was speaking to my teacher last week, we were discussing Qur’anic tilawah (recitation) and he mentioned something that I’ve always noticed but couldn’t explain why. When people memorise or recite Qur’an, if they ever make a mistake unknowingly, it somehow...