Thursday, October 17, 2019

Halaqa # 134

Safar 18, 1441 AH

One makes a Difference!
Year 6
                                                                                                                                                                                                        
Attendance: 
2 Sisters
1 Junior Sister                                                                           

Location: Amanah Room


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

QURAN: READING

We read Surah Fatihah aloud altogether, then since we were only two sisters and in the process of learning Arabic.  We chose to listen to one Ayah at a time, taking turns reciting afterwards as best we could. Alhamdulilah, we completed the entire page using  Surah Al-Israa  recited by  Sheikh Husary  We read Surah Al-Israa verses 18-27.  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 had a short review of the following signs


To read more about Tajweed click below:


QURAN: TAFSIR

We read an English Approximation (Sahih International) of Surah Al-Israa (Chapter 17)  verses 18-27.

We have chosen to use Tafsir Ibn Kathir   Volume 5 
We read the third part followed by a discussion about praying for our parents. 


Verse 22 pg 602-603

Verse 23-24 pg 603-605




                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           

DON’T BE SAD

Discussion: We were surprised by concepts mentioned that we’ve never encountered and are not part of Islam.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   

A TEMPORARY GIFT

We read: Love, Unravelling: Living with the Quran     page 112
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Discussion:  Reading Quran for converts is especially difficult but Allah, swt rewards our efforts for each letter. 

News and Schedule

In sha Allah, Next Halaqa Thursday, November 7th.

Volunteer opportunity:  Sisters are most welcome to become more involved in our group.  Following are a few suggestions, in addition we welcome your ideas.  
  • Organize a weekend/weekday gathering
  • Assist in updating our website blurb  (just the wording only, tech knowledge is not needed
  • Join the Halaqa team, proofreader, fact-checker, prep, etc, however, you would like to help.




FITNESS TIP

Submitted by Sister Areag:  
If going up/down 3 floors or less, take the stairs instead of the elevator.


SISTERS SHARE

Sister Raya’s new article about Postpartum Depression.
Find out the difference between “baby blues” and “postpartum depression”.  Learn coping strategies for new mothers, how family and friends can help and when to seek professional help. We encourage you to read and share with family and friends. 

ASMA UL HUSNA

We read the following four names from part 1. 

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


Part 1




BONUS

Our members each have our favourite apps on our phones.  Our GO-TO apps for Quran and Duas, Athan etc. Let’s share them to gather a database of recommended apps.

Please submit your favourites via email or WhatsApp.


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..



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.

                                       

Thursday, October 3, 2019

Halaqa # 133

                                                      


Safar 5, 1441 AH


Welcome baby Leen
Year 6
                   
Attendance: 
11 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

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 8-17.  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


After our recitation and we observed Tanween and Alif ended many of the Ayat on the page. Sister Alia explained how to pronounce if stopping and if continuing the recitation. 
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:


QURAN: TAFSIR

Sisters read an English Approximation (Sahih International) of Surah Al-Israa (17)  verses 8-17.


We have chosen to use Tafsir Ibn Kathir Volume 5 
Sister Alia read parts 4 and 5 followed by a short discussion.
  1. Praising the Quran    Verse 9, 10
  2. Man's Haste and Prayers against Himself Verse 11
  3. The Night and Day are Signs of the Great Power of Allah Verse 12
  4. Every person will have the Book of his Deeds with Him    Verse 13, 14
  5. No One will have to bear the Sins of Another  Verse 15
  6. No Punishment until a Messenger has been sent Verse 15 
  7. The Issue of Small Children who die    
  8. The Second Hadith from Abu Hurayrah 
  9. The Third Hadith from Samurah 
  10. The Fourth Hadith from the Paternal Uncle of Hasna
  11. It is Makruh to discuss this Matter 
  12. Meanings of Amarna  Verses 16
  13. A Threat to Quraysh  Verses 17


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

 Sister Mai read from the beginning of :
 page 60-62   Stopping at the point when Hafsah (raa) got married. 
Discussion: We summarised what she read.



A TEMPORARY GIFT

Sister Megan  read: Love, Unravelling: Winter boots
  page 110-111
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Discussion: We shared our thoughts.


News and Schedule



Next Halaqa Thursday, October 17th.


ASMA UL HUSNA

Sister Rim read: 


Part 1
Introduction and first name ALLAH 

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

Discussion:    In sha Allah, we will read from this series in upcoming Halaqas.

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..



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.