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      Imam Haddad’s Manual on Good Manners: Adab Suluk al-Murid Explained
      Start date Thursday, 23 September 2021
      Instructor: Ustadh Omar Popal Course Overview Do you ever feel unorganized or confused in trying to get close to Allah Most High? This course serves as a practical study in the science of drawing closer to Allah Most High (Ilm al-Suluk). It is based on the treatise, Good Manners of the Spiritual Disciple's Wayfaring (Suluk al-Murid) by Imam Haddad. Take this course to not only understand the main duties required for the Muslim who hopes to draw closer to his Creator but also to ensure that one’s beginning is grounded and firm. This course will clarify the core terminology and concepts found in the larger books of Islamic Spirituality (Tasawwuf). The Author, Imam Haddad, was known for his simple yet profound discourse. This course is a stepping stone to understanding the larger books in Islamic Spirituality such as Imam Ghazali’s Revival of the Religious Sciences and Imam Haddad’s The Book of Assistance. About the Text The Treatise on the Good Manners of the Spiritual Disciple's Wayfaring or Adab Suluk al-Murid is a manual written for anyone who desires to return or draw closer to Allah Most High. It was written by the noble scholar and pillar of guidance, Imam Abdullah ibn Alawi al-Haddad. Imam Haddad composed this work in response to one of his students who requested summarized instruction in regards to the good manners required in drawing close to Allah Most High. Although it is short in size, this text offers both the beginning and advanced seeker practical advice and instruction. Every lesson can be applied in one’s life immediately. About the Author Imam Abdullah ibn Alawi al-Haddad was born on the 5th of Safar 1044 AH. He died on the 7th of Dzulqa’dah 1132 AH. The Imam was known for his immense concern for the Nation of the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) and his books reflect this. Imam Haddad was a scholar in all of the Islamic Sciences but well known for his renewal in the science of Islamic Spirituality & calling to Allah Most High (Dawa). Some of the main works he authored are The Book of Assistance, The Lives of Man, The Book of Mutual Reminding, and A Diwan or Book of Poetry. Who is This Course For? • This course is for Adults and Young Adults. • It is particularly beneficial for all Muslims wanting to better themselves. • This course can also be taken by anyone who is interested in learning how to practically implement spiritual wayfaring in their life. • It is a General Level course. There are no prerequisites required to successfully complete this course. Study Effort • 1 Hour of Live Class & 1 Hour of Review • Recommended reading/ Supplementary texts: Imam al-Ghazali’s the Beginning of Guidance Learning Outcomes • Articulate what it really means to draw close to Allah Most High. • Understand how to remain on the path to Allah Most High in all situations of life. • Memorize the terms and concepts found in larger books of Islamic Spirituality. • Analyze and Appreciate the various duties for the one who seeks their Creator. • Apply all the instructions found in the book immediately. Course Outline Lesson 1: Introduction & Biography of The Author - Introduction to Class, Biography of Author, and The Imam’s Introduction. Lesson 2: The Beginning of the Path and Repentance - A discussion on the reality of the beginning of the path to Allah, how to ensure one stays on it, a study of repentance (tawba). Lesson 3: Guarding the Heart, Senses & Limbs - A Study of wholly protecting ourselves from inward and outward evils along with learning not to be deceived by the material world. Lesson 4: Purity, Hunger, and Directing One's Attention to Allah Most High - The need to remain upon ritual purity, preferring hunger over satiety and guarding one's time. Lesson 5: Prayer, Remembrance & Reflection - How to be present with Allah Most High in prayer, adopting a strict policy of supererogatory prayers, and persevering in Remembrance and Reflection. Lesson 6: The Cure to Laziness and Love of Sin - How to guard ourselves against being lazy and removing the love of transgression from our hearts. Lesson 7: Patience & The Various States of the Soul - Learning the various stages that the self (nafs) goes through and what to do in each stage. Lesson 8: The Good Manners dealing with Provision & Poverty - Learning how to draw close to Allah Most High whether one is granted immense wealth or not. Lesson 9: The Good Manners in Dealing with People - Learning how to respond to people who blame you for your religiosity. Lesson 10: Contentment & What the Seeker Should Avoid - The necessity of being content with what Allah Most High has given you, refraining from desiring miracles, and knowing the unseen. Lesson 11: The Good Manners with One’s Teacher & The Attributes of a Righteous Teacher - How one should behave with their teacher, what are the qualities to look for in a true teacher. Lesson 12: The Imam’s Closing Comments - Reading through the advice of the Imam on what to be aware of while traveling to Allah Most High. About the Instructor Ustadh Omar Popal was born and raised in northern Virginia. He began studying the Islamic sciences at the age of 16, devoting himself to memorization of the Quran at Madrasah In‘aamiyyah in Durban, South Africa. His pursuit of knowledge led him to study at Madinatul Uloom in Virginia and Dar al-Qasim in Chicago. In a commitment to lifelong learning, he has continued his studies sitting at the feet of various scholars, most recently spending time in Istanbul for intensive studies. Ustadh Omar’s formative studies took place at Dar al-Mustafa in Tarim, Yemen. Ustadh Omar has taught Arabic and Islamic studies at several mosques and institutes in northern Virginia. In 2018, he founded Tanwir Institute, with the mission of serving the educational and spiritual needs of the large Muslim population in the DC metropolitan area. He teaches Arabic and Islamic studies at Al-Maqasid. Number of Lessons: 8 Lessons Total Duration: 6 hrs 48 mins
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      Lessons in Divine Unity: An Explanation of Muslim Creed
      Start date Thursday, 16 September 2021
      Level: General Instructor: Ustadh Omar Popal Course Overview If you want to excel in the science of Islamic Belief, this is your starting point. This course serves as an overview and introduction to the science of Islamic Belief. It is based on the short primer Durus al-Tawhid (Lessons in Islamic Belief) written by one of the greatest scholars in recent history, Habib Muhammad bin Salim bin Hafidh. Take this course to understand the foundational terms and concepts that more advanced Islamic Theology is based on. You will learn the deeper meanings of verses in the Quran regarding Allah Most High, His attributes, His messengers, and the unseen. The knowledge that you will learn in this course will increase your certainty. It is also a stepping stone needed to understand Islamic Theology at a higher level. About the Text “Lessons in Islamic Belief” or Durus al-Tawhid is a short primer in the science of Islamic Belief. The author is the prolific scholar and caller to Allah’s way, Habib Muhammad bin Salim bin Hafidh. The uniqueness of this text is that not only is it short and concise but it contains knowledge that other texts do not include at this level such as a discussion on the judgments of the intellect and textual proofs regarding the attributes of Allah Most High. This text is studied in the Hadramawt region of south Yemen as an introduction to the broader subject of Islamic Theology. This text is best studied before more famous primary texts like Kharida al-Bahiyya and Jawhara al-Tawhid. About the Author Habib Muhammad bin Salim bin Hafidh was born in the city of Tarim, Yemen in the Year 1332 AH. He wrote this book to ensure people of all ages know their beliefs. He was known for his excellence in Islamic Law, Spirituality, and calling to Allah’s way (dawa). His other famous works include A Summary of the Science of Inheritance, The Key to understanding the Law of Marriage, The Hadrami Epistle in regards to the religious knowledge women must possess, and A Collection of Religious Verdicts (Fatawa). He chose to remain in Tarim even though he was persecuted and eventually martyred by the communist regime. Who is This Course For? • This course is for teenagers and adults. • It is particularly beneficial for all Muslims and beginning students of knowledge. • This course can also be taken by anyone who is interested in learning more about Islamic Beliefs and their proof. • No prerequisites are required to successfully complete this course. Study Effort • Weekly hours recommended: 1 Hour Live Class. 1 Hour Review Learning Outcomes • Understand and learn the foundational terms and concepts in the science of Islamic Belief. • Analyze the textual and rational proofs for the attributes of Allah Most High. • Memorize the attributes of Allah Most High and His messengers along with their related verses in the Quran. • Appreciate the scholarship behind the broader Science of Islamic theology. • Increase in the certainty of their Creator and the religion as a whole. Course Outline Lesson 1: Introduction - Introduction to Class, Biography of Author, and a summarized history of Islamic Theology. Lesson 2: Divine Obligation & Judgements - A discussion on the Categories of Rational Judgements and an Explanation of Divine Obligation or Takleef. Lesson 3: Allah’s Necessary Existence - A Summary of what is Necessary, Impossible, and Possible for Allah Most High and The Necessity of Allah’s Existence. Lesson 4: Allah & His Attributes (Part 1) - A study of the Necessary Attributes of Allah Most High along with an Explanation of their Textual and Rational Proofs. (Part 1) Lesson 5: Allah & His Attributes (Part 2) - A study of the Necessary Attributes of Allah Most High along with an Explanation of their Textual and Rational Proofs. (Part 2) Lesson 6: Allah & His Attributes (Part 3) - A study of the Necessary Attributes of Allah Most High along with an Explanation of their Textual and Rational Proofs. (Part 3) Lesson 7: A Study of Theodicy - Categorization of the Divine Attributes and a Study of Theodicy (the problem of evil) Lesson 8: The Prophets and Their Qualities (Part 1) - What is Necessary, Impossible and Possible for the Prophets (Part 1) Lesson 9: The Prophets and Their Qualities (Part 2) - What is Necessary, Impossible and Possible for the Prophets (Part 2) Lesson 10: The Unseen (Part 1) - A Study of the Articles of Faith which are known only by Transmission (Part 1) Lesson 11: The Unseen (Part 2) - A Study of the Articles of Faith which are known only by Transmission (Part 2) Lesson 12: Review - Review and Ending Comments About the Instructor Ustadh Omar Popalwas born and raised in northern Virginia. He began studying the Islamic sciences at the age of 16, devoting himself to memorization of the Quran at Madrasah In‘aamiyyah in Durban, South Africa. His pursuit of knowledge led him to study at Madinatul Uloom in Virginia and Dar al-Qasim in Chicago. In a commitment to lifelong learning, he has continued his studies sitting at the feet of various scholars, most recently spending time in Istanbul for intensive studies. Ustadh Omar’s formative studies took place at Dar al-Mustafa in Tarim, Yemen. Ustadh Omar has taught Arabic and Islamic studies at several mosques and institutes in northern Virginia. In 2018, he founded Tanwir Institute, with the mission of serving the educational and spiritual needs of the large Muslim population in the DC metropolitan area. He teaches Arabic and Islamic studies at Al-Maqasid. Number of Lessons: 8 Lessons Total Duration: 7 hrs 6 mins
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