Halaqa # 13

Optimism

Attendance:

• 2  Sisters

Location:  Headquarters

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

• OPENING DUA

All praise is for Allah who gave us life after having taken it from us and unto Him is the resurrection.

A dua for waking up from Fortress of the Muslim (with audio)

• QURAN RECITATION

We read Surah Fatihah aloud altogether, then sisters individually read aloud a few letters/words, ayahs (according to her ability and with the help and encouragement of her fellow sisters).  We read Surah Baqarah from Ayat 146  till Ayat 163.  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.

• SISTER’S TALK

Sister Lamiaa gave an interesting talk about tests and trials we experience.  

To read her notes, click here.   

• LEARN A DUA

Part of being optimistic is making dua

Dua’s are never wasted

Aisha radhiallaahu anha said, "No believer makes Dua and it is wasted. Either it is granted here in this world or deposited for him in the Hereafter as long as he does not get frustrated."

Allah’s anger at those who don’t make dua

In fact, it is even wrong to never make Dua, "Whosoever does not supplicate to Allah, He will be angry with Him." [Saheeh Jaami`as-Sagheer #2414]

Source: http://www.missionislam.com/knowledge/drawcloser.html

"O Allah, I ask You for knowledge which is beneficial and sustenance which is good, and deeds which are acceptable. (To be said after giving salam for the fajr prayer)  
for audio   see dua #95   link to hisnulmuslim

• PODCAST

#37: Why YOU Should Become An Optimist

by Muslim Life Hackers  (17:51)

link

• SISTERS TALK

Sister Winnie read an article written by Sister Rabia titled:

Hajj Journey: Reflections of a Woman who is Blind  

• CLOSING DUA

Oh Allah, grant us the patience to forebear our personal trials, the ability to overcome all obstacles that hinder us from your path. Allow us  reflect your love to us through our optimistic attitudes.  

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.