Halaqa # 173

Jumada Al-Thani 7, 1442 AH

Fear of Allah

Year 7

Attendance:  

7 Sisters

Location: Online via Google Meet

Agenda: (please note, we have included many links where you can read in detail more on each subject)

Note: During our Halaqa’s, Allah willing,  we encourage discussion after each section.  Sisters can share their reflections, thoughts and questions.

 

Opening Dua

O Allah, bless this Halaqa, allow us to gain, act upon and share beneficial knowledge. 

Guide us, forgive our sins and grant us Jannah with our families and loved ones. 

O my Lord increase me in knowledge*.  رَّبِّ زِدْنِى عِلْمًا   Ameen

*Part of ayah 114 Surah Taha(20)

Quran: Reciting

Sister Alia read Surah Fatihah aloud; then she recited from Surah Taa-Haa verse 88-98, followed by Sister Megan, reading the English Approximation by Dr. Mustafa Khattab, the Clear Quran.  In sha Allah, this will be an ongoing part of our Halaqa, and one day in sha Allah, we will have Khatam Quran and begin again.   

Quran: Tafsir

Surah Taa-Haa verse 88-98

We have chosen to use Tafsir Ibn Kathir   Volume 6 

Sister Alia read all three parts.

1. Harun prohibits them from the worship of Calf and the Persistence of the Children of Israel in doing so

Verses 90-91

2. What happened between Musa and Harun after Musa returned

Verses 92-94

3. How As-Samiri made the Calf, The Punishment of As-Samiri and the burning of the Calf  

Verses 83-89

Quran: Tajweed

We are following a book from our library that is not copyrighted.

Tajweed for Beginners  Prepared by Qari Ismail Essack

We now have a Tajweed Channel and Group on Telegram, where Sisters can catch up on missed lessons and participate in group discussions.  Email us if you would like to join. 

She has found an excellent website to help augment our learning. Here is a link to today’s lesson:

The Characteristics of the letters, Part 4, Al-Isti'laa', Al-Istifaal

Sister Shimaa reviewed the previous lesson and taught us 

ISTI'LAA', AL-ISTIFAAL

Homework: To augment our learning, Sister Shimaa wants us to watch the following video. 

Comparison of Sifaat Between Arabic Letters - Sifaat al Huroof in English

While it is a long video, she suggested focusing from the 7th minute onward. 

A Temporary Gift

Sister Megan read: 

Voices of the Oppressed: True Parenthood, Blindness of disbelief

Page 171-173

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Great Women of Islam Who Were Given the Good News of Paradise

Sister Alia  finished the chapter about

Safiyyah bint Huyayee radi Allahu anha  

Starting at pdf page 115 to the end of 116

In the book, page 120-121 end of the page

Kindle edition

Nurturing Eman in Children  

Sister Shimaa read the following: 

Part Three: Developing an Islamic Personality

Chapter 12       Additional Keys to Developing an Islamic Personality

‘Abdullah ibn az-Zubayr, Lessons 

Pdf Page 158-160

Learn A Dua

Seeking Forgiveness: Tradition of the Prophets and the Righteous

News and Schedule

First Thursday of the month Thursday, February 4th	Halaqa Online via Google Meet
Third Thursday of the month    Thursday, February 18th	Halaqa Online via Google Meet

 

Closing Dua

For the expiation of sins, said at the conclusion of a sitting or gathering. To listen to this dua click here.

"How perfect You are O Allah, and I praise You.

 I bear witness that None has the right to be worshipped except You.

 I seek Your forgiveness and turn to You in repentance."

سُبْحـانَكَ اللّهُـمَّ وَبِحَمدِك، أَشْهَـدُ أَنْ لا إِلهَ إِلاّ أَنْتَ أَسْتَغْفِرُكَ وَأَتوبُ إِلَـيْك

Subhânaka l-lâhumma wa bi-hamdika. Ash-hadu an lâ ilâha illâ anta, astaghfiruka wa atûbu ilayka..

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If any of this information was good and true, know that it comes from Allah subhanahu wa ta’ala.  

If there are mistakes, we ask for Allah’s Forgiveness and Mercy.                                  

Halaqa # 172

Jumada Al-Awaal 23, 1442 AH

Turning our hearts to Allah

Year 7

Attendance:  

8 Sisters

Location: Online via Google Meet

Agenda: (please note, we have included many links where you can read in detail more on each subject)

 

Note: During our Halaqa’s, Allah willing,  we encourage discussion after each section.  Sisters can share their reflections, thoughts and questions.

 

Opening Dua

O Allah, bless this Halaqa, allow us to gain, act upon and share beneficial knowledge. 

Guide us, forgive our sins and grant us Jannah with our families and loved ones. 

O my Lord increase me in knowledge*.  رَّبِّ زِدْنِى عِلْمًا   Ameen

*Part of ayah 114 Surah Taha(20)

Quran: Reciting

Sister Alia read Surah Fatihah aloud; then she recited from Surah Taa-Haa verse 77-87, followed by Sister Ayesha, reading the English Approximation by Dr. Mustafa Khattab, the Clear Quran.  In sha Allah, this will be an ongoing part of our Halaqa, and one day in sha Allah, we will have Khatam Quran and begin again.   

Quran: Tafsir

Surah Taa-Haa verse 77-87

We have chosen to use Tafsir Ibn Kathir   Volume 6 

Sister Alia read # 1 & 3.

1. The Children of Israel leave Egypt

Verses 77-79

2. A Reminder for the Children of Israel 

Verses 80-82

3. Musa goes to the Appointment with Allah and the Children of Israel succumb to worship the Calf

Verses 83-89

Quran: Tajweed

We are following a book from our library that is not copyrighted.

Tajweed for Beginners  Prepared by Qari Ismail Essack

We now have a Tajweed Channel and Group on Telegram, where Sisters can catch up on missed lessons and participate in group discussions.  Email us if you would like to join. 

Sister Shimaa checked our homework quickly reviewed the previous lesson and taught us 

Shieddat,, Rikhwah, Tawassut

Homework:  Reinforce your knowledge by reading the following webpage: 

The Characteristics of the letters, Part 3, Ash-shiddah, At-Tawassit, Ar-Rakhaawah

Learn A Dua

Source: O TURNER OF HEARTS

A Temporary Gift

Sister Karima read: 

Voices of the Oppressed: The Death of Humankind, Holding onto Hope

Page 169-170

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Great Women of Islam Who Were Given the Good News of Paradise

Sister Alia started the chapter about

Safiyyah bint Huyayee radi Allahu anha  

Starting at pdf page 113 to the end of 114

In the book, page 118-119 end of the page

Kindle edition

Bonus ~ Renew Your Faith

Sister Shimaa read the following article. 

6 Tips for Renewing Your Faith Daily

Quran Academy

 

Video Series: Angels in Your Presence

We watched the following video:

Episode 4: Sleep Well | Angels in Your Presence with Omar Suleiman 4:14

News and Schedule

Third Thursday of the month    Thursday, January 21st	Halaqa Online via Google Meet
First Thursday of the month Thursday, February 4th	Halaqa Online via Google Meet

Second Monday of the month Monday, January 11th Activah!Online Fitness

Closing Dua

For the expiation of sins, said at the conclusion of a sitting or gathering. To listen to this dua click here.

"How perfect You are O Allah, and I praise You.

 I bear witness that None has the right to be worshipped except You.

 I seek Your forgiveness and turn to You in repentance."

سُبْحـانَكَ اللّهُـمَّ وَبِحَمدِك، أَشْهَـدُ أَنْ لا إِلهَ إِلاّ أَنْتَ أَسْتَغْفِرُكَ وَأَتوبُ إِلَـيْك

Subhânaka l-lâhumma wa bi-hamdika. Ash-hadu an lâ ilâha illâ anta, astaghfiruka wa atûbu ilayka..

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If any of this information was good and true, know that it comes from Allah subhanahu wa ta’ala.  

If there are mistakes, we ask for Allah’s Forgiveness and Mercy.                                  

Halaqa # 171

Jumada 1 2, 1442 AH

Put Your Trust in Allah

Year 7

Attendance:  10 Sisters:

Location: Online via Google Meet

Agenda: (please note, we have included many links where you can read in detail more on each subject)

 

 

Opening Dua

O Allah, bless this Halaqa, allow us to gain, act upon and share beneficial knowledge. 

Guide us, forgive our sins and grant us Jannah with our families and loved ones. 

O my Lord increase me in knowledge*.  رَّبِّ زِدْنِى عِلْمًا   Ameen

*Part of ayah 114 Surah Taha(20)

Quran: Reciting

Sister Alia read Surah Fatihah aloud; then she recited from Surah Taa-Haa verse 65-76, followed by Sister Rim, reading the English Approximation by Dr. Mustafa Khattab, the Clear Quran.  In sha Allah, this will be an ongoing part of our Halaqa, and one day in sha Allah, we will have Khatam Quran and begin again.   

Quran: Tafsir

Surah Taa-Haa verse 65-76

We have chosen to use Tafsir Ibn Kathir   Volume 6 

Sister Alia read #1 & 3.

1. The Competition, Musa's Victory, and the Magician's Faith

The Number of Magicians

Verses 65-70 

2. Fir`awn's turning against the Magicians, His threatening Them and Their Reply

Verses 71-73 

3. The Magicians admonish Fir`awn

Verses 74-76

Quran: Tajweed - Tech Tips

We are following a book from our library that is not copyrighted.

Tajweed for Beginners  Prepared by Qari Ismail Essack

We now have a Tajweed Channel and Group on Telegram, where Sisters can catch up on missed lessons and participate in group discussions.  Email us if you would like to join. 

Sister Shimaa was unable to attend, so we postponed the lesson. 

Instead, Sister Winnie pointed out that the website we are currently using for the English Approximation www.quran.com also has some really nice features for Tajweed and contemplation.

When you open the settings of the website, you can 

• choose from a variety of Translations

• In the “Select Font” section, if you choose “Tajweed Text”, it will highlight the tajweed rules. The other fonts will allow you to hover over the Arabic words and see the translation and listen to the pronunciation.

Next to each verse, you get options to copy, read tafsir, share and read reflections from www.QuranReflect.com

A Temporary Gift

Sister Ayesha read: 

Voices of the Oppressed: Stepping Stones, Counting Tears

Page 166-168

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Don’t Be Sad

Sister Edit read  Don't be sad ~ Seek forgiveness from Allah often, for your Lord is Oft-Forgiving

 Pdf pg 103 - 106

E-book,   page 104 - 107

Dua al-Ghaib

Sister Bana led us in a Dua al-Ghaib for one of our members.

اللهم إنك تعلم سري وعلني فاقبل معذرتي 

وتعلم ما في نفسي فاغفر لي ذنبي 

وتعلم حاجتي فاعطني سؤلي 

Oh, My Lord, You are All-knowing of my secrets and my declarations

And You are All-knowing of what is deep inside me so forgive my sins 

And You are All-knowing of my needs so grant me what I am asking

Nurturing Eman in Children  

Sister Alia read the following: 

Part Three: Developing an Islamic Personality

Chapter 12       Additional Keys to Developing an Islamic Personality

Definitions, Abdullah Ibn Abbas 

Pdf Page 157 - 158

Video Series Angels in Your Presence

Sister Nissa chose the following video for us to watch:

Episode 3: Fasting While Others Eat | Angels in Your Presence with Omar Suleiman 4:06

Video Series The Beginning and the End

Sister Karima chose the following video for us to watch:

The Beginning and the End with Omar Suleiman: Your Paradise Awaits (Ep29) 7:25

Seerah Gems

Sister Bana chose the following video for us to watch: We listened from  17:16 - 27:00

Seerah of Prophet Muhammed 2 - Specialities of Prophet Muhammed Part 2 - Yasir Qadhi | May 2011

News and Schedule

Our upcoming planned events are: 

 

Fourth Thursday of the month

Thursday, December 24th  Activah! Social/Fitness Walk meet up 

Location to be determined a few days ahead, in sha Allah

 

First Thursday of the month

Thursday, January 7th     Halaqa Online via Google Meet  

 

Third Thursday of the month   

Thursday, January 21st   Halaqa Online via Google Meet

 

 

 

Activah!

Coach Ayesha shared the latest news about the new

 fitness group that she and Coach Mona have started.

 

Closing Dua

For the expiation of sins, said at the conclusion of a sitting or gathering. To listen to this dua click here.

"How perfect You are O Allah, and I praise You.

 I bear witness that None has the right to be worshipped except You.

 I seek Your forgiveness and turn to You in repentance."

سُبْحـانَكَ اللّهُـمَّ وَبِحَمدِك، أَشْهَـدُ أَنْ لا إِلهَ إِلاّ أَنْتَ أَسْتَغْفِرُكَ وَأَتوبُ إِلَـيْك

Subhânaka l-lâhumma wa bi-hamdika. Ash-hadu an lâ ilâha illâ anta, astaghfiruka wa atûbu ilayka..

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If any of this information was good and true, know that it comes from Allah subhanahu wa ta’ala.  

If there are mistakes, we ask for Allah’s Forgiveness and Mercy.