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Faith Circle offers a space to explore Islam that’s engaging, inclusive, and grounded in scholarship. Our mission is to connect hearts to Allah ﷻ through knowledge, community, and growth.
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In the wake of the recent tragedy in Bondi, and in recognition of the courage shown by Ahmed Al Ahmed, this khutba offers a moment of reflection during challenging times for all Australians.
Part 3 – Salahuddin👑The FinalLast week we learnt from Ustadh Zareef that to liberate our holy lands, each of us has a part to play 🌍✨. Our role begins with creating and fostering an environment that inspires the ummah—guiding and nurturing our future generations 🌱.After the Qadr of Allah ﷻ, Salahuddin did not liberate Al-Quds alone, but with an ummah that shared his vision. 🤝And this week, from Ustadh Saarim:Salahuddin’s consolidation of power in Egypt and Syria, the Battle of Hittin ⚔️—the beginning of the end—and the continued struggle for the Holy Land. 🕌🇵🇸
Ustadh Zareef will take us through a session aimed at the heart of what true revival looks like.👑This time, we explore: • Fractured but Rebuilding: the ummah in Salahuddin’s youth - divided, strained, yet quietly preparing for a turning point. • Driven by Purpose: the sincerity and depth of those who shaped him and walked with him.• Cancel Culture? Would we have handed Salahuddin the reins of leadership today, or are we so quick to judge and would dismiss him before his rise?• Practical Action: the steps we can take now to nurture a generation capable of unifying, healing, and uplifting the ummah.This isn’t just a class - it’s a call to reflection and responsibility.
We begin our new mini-series on Salahuddin Al-Ayyubi — the liberator of Jerusalem Why study history? When we trace the rise and fall of nations, the character of leaders, patterns of victory and defeat, and how Allah’s decree unfolds across time — we are reflecting on the āyāt kawniyyah: signs of Allah written in the world and in the events that shaped our Ummah.• The Virtues of the Holy Land: reconnecting our hearts to Palestine, Jerusalem, and Masjid Al-Aqsa• The First Crusade• The Zengid Dynasty: The spark and preparation that paved the way for Salahuddin’s rise
Jumuah khutba 14 Nov 2025
New Series! Quran Cover-to-Cover!In this introductory session, we discuss:• What it means to become a Companion of the Qur’an• The Power of the Qur’an on the Human Heart ❤️• Principles of Tadabbur al-Qur’an (deep reflection)• The theory of Maqāṣid Suwar (the objectives of each Sūrah)
Part 3 of 3. Last time, we explored the wisdom of avoiding discord over valid differences of opinion in acts of ʿIbādah. This week, Imam Uzair dives into the rest of the Departments in detail
How do we respond to the most recent ceasefire by drawing lessons from the Battle of the Trench and the Treaty of Hudaybiyyah? What does activism look like in Islam, and three guiding principles of sacred activism as we move forward in our efforts for a free Palestine
When injustice becomes constant, resistance must become louder.This week marks the 77th anniversary of the Nakba. As the genocide in Palestine continues with unbearable brutality, many are starting to feel numb. Outrage fades. The news becomes routine. But as the Ummah of the Prophet ﷺ, we cannot allow ourselves to grow used to this.This isn’t just a humanitarian crisis — it’s a spiritual test. How do we hold on to taqwa in an age of injustice? How do we turn heartbreak into action? 💔 Join Shaykh Mohammad Elshinawy for a vital evening that connects our inner state with our outward duty. True social justice begins with the soul - a heart anchored in love of Allah, and a life shaped by purpose.In this session, we’ll explore: • How spirituality sustains consistent and courageous action • Rethinking ‘ibādah: why social justice and political activism are forms of worship. • How we, as individuals and a global community, can respond meaningfully to injustice — with both heart and action
We’re delighted to welcome back our dear Imam Uzair Akbar! 🙌 Over the next two weeks, he’ll be continuing with one of our all time favourite Faith Circle classes: The Five Departments of Islam 📚 ✨ In his last class, Imam Uzair shared an uplifting reminder on filling our hearts with the love of Allah, and letting that guide us towards goodness in every interaction. His heartfelt, personal stories left us truly moved.
We're honoured to be joined by Imam Uzair Akbar for a powerful session. As a true pillar of our community, he is known for his profound contributions which offer clarity, depth and balance. In sha Allah he will guide us through a holistic understanding of our deen, helping us to reconnect with purpose and honour in our character and faith.🕯 The five interconnected departments that forms a complete Islam:Aqā’id – Beliefs that ground our worldviewIbādāt – Worship that nourishes the soulMu‘āmalāt – Dealings that reflect justice and trustAkhlaq – Character that mirrors prophetic integrityĀdāb al-Mu‘āsharāt – Social etiquette that builds harmony
In the Battle of the Trench, the Companions faced fear, trial, and uncertainty — yet Allah’s words guided their hearts. And for us, the Qur’anic stories can’t be just history — they must challenge us to reflect deeply on our lives today.Ustadh Zareef takes us through reflections on this profound Surah…• Divine Commentary – How does Allah capture the siege of Al Khandaq with perfect succintness and power?• Medina to Gaza – How can the Sahaba’s example guide our Ummah through struggles like in Palestine?• Excuses, Excuses – Are we at risk of being hypocrites, like those exposed in this Surah?• Firmness in Faith – What does it mean to truly trust Allah’s promise?
In this episode, Ustadh Saarim takes us deep into one of the most pivotal moments in the Seerah: The Battle of the Trench.Uncover the story of a massive coalition of Quraysh and allied tribes uniting against Madinah, the ingenious strategy of Salman al-Farisi, and the tense days of siege that tested the believers to their core. Through it all, we witness how unshakable reliance on Allah turned the tide and secured a decisive moment in Islamic history.
The world is a prison for the believer and paradise for a non-believer.As this series concludes, the finale *The Liberal Delusion* confronts the false and dangerous ideologies which have replaced divine truth with human delusion. The modern trinity of Agnosticism, Secular Humanism and Liberalism. The system presents us with a world without God, morality without revelation and politics without accountability, leading us on a dark, dystopic and hollow path.Join us as Dr. Zohair takes us through the core myths of our age and how Kitab al-Zuhd wa'l-Raqa'iq provides us with insight and understanding to realign us with our ultimate purpose.
“A man once saw a thorny branch on the road and removed it so it wouldn’t harm the people—so Allah was pleased with him and forgave him.” – Our beloved Prophet ﷺThere are deeds we underestimate, light on the tongue and in the hand, but with pure intentions and sincerity they can carry the weight of our salvation in the afterlife.Gaining knowledge and clarity on intentions, and how to purify them, is essential in redirecting our notions of success and ensuring they aren't done in vain. Dr. Zohair will be taking us through the narrations of Kitab al-Zuhd wa’l-Raqa’iq on the spiritual weight of small actions, the power and purification of intentions and how we may be underestimating the path to paradise.
"Having a truthful companion is better than being alone, but being alone is better than having an evil companion.”–Abu Musa (RA)How do we protect ourselves from the harm of unvirtuous friendships, while still nurturing the bonds of kinship, brotherhood, and unity within our community?What are the signs of a true friendship—versus one rooted in ego, sin, or spiritual harm?Join us tonight as Dr. Zohair takes us through the narrations of Kitab al-Zuhd wa’l-Raqa’iq that, in sha Allah, will grant us clarity, deepen our understanding, and reconnect us with teachings that bring us closer to Allah.
In this week's session of Faith Circle with Sheikh Elshinawy, we’ll explore how wealth and faith can coexist. What does it mean to live a life of faith, purpose and generosity in a world with so much fitna?
!“Convey from me, even if it is one verse."- The Beloved Prophet ﷺ 📚 Sahih al-Bukhari (Hadith 3461)We're excited to announce a special guest for this week's faith circle, join us on *Thursday 17th of April at 6:45pm* as we'll be joined once again by *Sheikh Sajid Umar* for *The Dawah Imperative in The West*. Sh. Sajid has completed a bachelor's degree in comparative fiqh and honours from the higher institute for judiciary studies. Following this, he completed a PhD relating to the topic of Financial Risk Management. As a qualified Mufti, judge, educator, author and researcher, and his experience in delivering programs for youth worldwide, Sh. Sajid brings us a unique background which will help us tackle an important questions related to our Islamic duties for Dawah in the west:🗣️ What are our individual responsibilties in calling to Islam in a non-Muslim society?🌍 How do we accurately, and effectively represent Islam in a world full of misconceptions and hostility?🎯 What are the biggest mistakes we make in Dawah—and how can we fix them?Don't miss our Q & A after the class, and we look forward to welcoming you in sha Allah!
n Al Qayyim said,“The first thing of your religion that you will lose is khushoo’, and the last thing that you will lose of your religion is salaah. There may be a person praying who has no goodness in him, and soon you will enter the mosque and not find anyone who has khushoo” (Madarij Salikeen) Allah has declared that the flourishing of the believer is connected to the flourishing of their prayer, “Successful are the believers, those who have Khushu’ in their prayer” (Quran, 23:2)
Hasan Al-Basri said, *“Allah is not worshipped with anything greater than long-lasting sorrow (tūl-al-huzn)”*We often hear people say that if you have faith you will never be sad or anxious. But then how do we understand this aphorism from one of the great tabi’un? Are Muslims immune from the midlife crisis ? Or quarter life crisis ? Is it possible that you are a believer but feel nihilistic ? As you know I dislike platitudes and cliches…let’s explore these questions at a deeper level as we continue our reflections from Kitab Zuhd wa Ar-Raqa’iq by Ibn Mubarak. Umar bin Khattab said, “*Sit with those who have repented, because they have the softest hearts”*The believer with a past can feel so many different emotions - guilt over their sins, overwhelming gratitude for guidance, imposter syndrome, shame, happiness all together.Can a righteous believer still be heart broken? Can a repentant Muslim who lost his friends feel lonely?Maybe your sins were a blessing in disguise to make you humble and not arrogant. To make you soft hearted and not harsh hearted. These are themes we will explore in Kitab Zuhd wa Raqa’iq this week - we’ll call it: “Righteous Sadness: A Believer’s Grief”
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