Halaqa # 138

Rabi Al-Thani 21, 1441 AH,

Hafsah 

رضي الله عنها  May Allah be pleased with her 

Year 6

                                                                                                                                                                                                  

Attendance: 

7 Sisters

2 Junior Sisters                                                                  

Location: Amanah Sisters

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: Reading

We read Surah Fatihah aloud altogether, then sisters individually read aloud a few words, ayahs (according to her ability and with the help and encouragement of her fellow sisters). We read Surah Al-Israa verses 59-66.  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: Tajweed

Sister Alia listened to our reading and then discussed with us:

Hamzah Al Wasl

To learn more about this rule click here

We listened to a few verses from  Surah Al-Israa recited by Sheikh Husary to listen to some examples. 

To read more about Tajweed click below:

About Tajweed 

Quran: Tafsir

Sister Marwa read an English Approximation (Sahih International) of Surah Al-Israa (17)  verses 59-66.

We have chosen to use Tafsir Ibn Kathir   Volume 6 

Sister Alia read parts 2, 4 and 5.

1. The Reason why Allah did not send Signs or Miracles    

Verses 59  

2. Allah has encompassed Mankind and made the Vision of His Prophet a Trial for Them 

Verse 60  

3. The Story of Adam and Iblis 

Verses 61-62   

4. The Deception of Shaytaan    

Verses 63-65   

5. Ships are a Sign of the Mercy of Allah  

Verse 66  

Discussion:  Following the Tafsir readings we had a very interesting discussion covering a variety of issues.

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

Sister Mai completed the story of: :

Hafsah bint "Umar radi Allahu anha

In the book,  page 66-69

Discussion:  We are flawed humans, but our good deeds can help to save us from the punishment of those flaws. 

More information: https://dar-us-salam.com/english/women-family/125-great-women-of-islam.html                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              

Don't Be Sad

Sister Bana read  The Blessing of Pain  Pdf pg 79-81

Discussion:  We discussed the concept of discovering yourself through your difficulties.

Link to the purchase pdf: https://iiph.com/islamic-ebooks/dont-be-sad-ebook-edition.html                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               

News and Schedule

In sha Allah, 

Next Halaqa:

Holiday Halaqa   Thursday, January 2nd

For more information and to RSVP click here

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 # 135

Rabi Al-Awwal  8, 1441 AH

Awareness

Year 6

                                     

Attendance: 

12 Sisters

3 Junior Sisters                                                                         

Location: Our Headquarters

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: READING

We read Surah Fatihah aloud altogether, then sisters individually read aloud a few words, ayahs (according to her ability and with the help and encouragement of her fellow sisters). We read Surah Al-Israa verses 28-38.  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: TAJWEED

We learned about the vowel marks, in particular, the Sukun.

VOWEL	EXAMPLE	Pronounced  as...
Fat-ha	فَ	fa
Dhamma	فُ	fu
Kas-ra	فِ	fi
Sukoon	فْ	f

The sukūn ⟨سُكُون⟩ is a circle-shaped mark ـْـ placed above a letter. It indicates that the consonant to which it is attached is not followed by a vowel. The sukūn may have also an alternative form like a small comma ـۡـ

We played a few verses from  Surah Al-Israa recited by  Sheikh Husary to listen for the sukun letters.

To read more about Tajweed click below:

Reach the Goal Via Tajweed Rules Compiled by Sister Maha Rashed

QURAN: TAFSIR

Sister Alia read an English Approximation (Sahih International) of Surah Al-Israa (17)  verses 28-38.

We have chosen to use Tafsir Ibn Kathir   Volume 5 

Sister Maryum read part 7.

Moderation in Spending    

Verse 29-30  pg 612-614

Prohibition of killing Children 

Verse 31  pg 615

The Command to avoid Zina (Unlawful Sex) and Everything that leads to it 

Verse 32  pg 616-617

Prohibition of Unlawful Killing Allah forbids killing with no legitimate reason    

Verse 33  pg 618-619

The Command to handle the Orphan's Wealth properly and to be Honest in Weights and Measures  Verses 34-35  pg 620-621

Do not speak without Knowledge  

Verses 36  pg 621-623

Condemnation of strutting 

Verses 37-38  pg 623-624

Discussion: We had a very interesting discussion about how society and social media encourage one to boast and promote yourself.

GREAT WOMEN OF ISLAM WHO WERE GIVEN THE GOOD NEWS OF PARADISE

Sister Alia read from page 62 the last paragraph to the last paragraph of page 63.

Hafsah bint "Umar radi Allahu anha

Discussion:  We discussed the pairing of the Ansar and the Muhajarin, and how we should implement a similar program for new Muslims.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  

DON’T BE SAD

Sisters Sarah and Souheir took turns  reading the Dua’s from  Take a moment to reflect  Pdf pg 71

Discussion:  What is your favourite dua?

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   

A TEMPORARY GIFT

Sister Rim read: Love, Unravelling: Still Alive

  page 113

Link to Purchase a pdf                Link to buy

Discussion:  It is impermissible to declare someone who has died, a martyr.  This is the realm of Allah. Only Allah knows who is a martyr and who is not.

News and Schedule

In sha Allah, 

Next Halaqa Thursday, November 21st.

BONUS

Are you aware of all the free classes at Seekers Guidance at their new location?

https://seekersguidance.org/canada/

NURTURING EEMAN IN CHILDREN  

Sister Rim read the following:  

Part Two: Connecting Children to Pillars of Islam 

Chapter Ten:   The Day of Resurrection and the Hereafter    Pdf pg 131

2nd part continuing from last time we read from this book when Sr. Bana read the first section

Belief in the Day of Resurrection and the hereafter................ 3 pages

Discussion:  One idea to show young children the concept of “Resurrection” is when they have a wound and over time, it heals by the will of Allah.  

FITNESS BREAK

Two new classes from Sister Carly:

http://inhomeholistix.com/

1-Fit Happens Bootcamp. 

         Starts November 6th

2- Mindful Movement and Mobility 

           Starts November 14

ASMA UL HUSNA

Sister Alia read info about the following two names of Allah from Part 1.

O Allah, As-Salaam, we know that all peace and safety comes from You alone.

O Allah, Al-Mu’min, we know that You are the Source of Faith and Giver of safety.

Source: 99 Names of Allah – Part 1 (Seeking help with Asma ul Husna ) Series

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.