We read Surah Fatihah aloud altogether, then Sister Alia read Surah Al-Kahf verses 75-83 followed by Sister Mai, reading the English Approximation. 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 Al-Kahf verses 75-83

We have chosen to use Tafsir Ibn Kathir Volume 6

Sister Alia read parts 3, 4 and 5

The Story of killing the Boy

Verse 74-76

The Story of repairing the Wall Allah tells us that

Verse 77-78

Interpretations of why the Ship was damaged

Verses 79

Interpretation of why the Boy was killed

Verse 80-81

Interpretation of why the Wall was repaired for no Charge

Was Al-Khidr a Prophet
Why he was called Al-Khidr

Verse 82

The Story of Dhul-Qarnayn Allah says to His Prophet

Verse 83-84

Discussion:

How interesting to learn the background of the Ayaat and how the use of grammar places emphasis on certain points.

Should we attribute Peace be Upon Him to Al-Khidr since he is considered a Prophet?

Quran: Tajweed

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

Tajweed for Beginners Prepared by Qari Ismail Essack

Sister Alia substituted for Sister Shimaa and continued the lesson about Makhaarij

Aqsal Lisan Harooful-Lahaatiyyah Harooful-Lahwiyyah Back of the Tongue Letters

Wasatal Lisan Middle Tongue Harooful-Shajriyyah

She used the notes in the book Page 17 and the following two pictures to aid our understanding.

Children’s Focus

We skipped this section as there were no children attending.

To see this section click here.

A Temporary Gift

Sister Winnie read: Love Extending, & An External Love

Pages 136-7

Link to Purchase a pdf Link to buy

Discussion:

Allah, swt, gave us the gift of love, not just romantic love. This love can take many forms and levels. You can love different people in different ways. You can get various and different benefits from these different forms of love. Always try to show your appreciation for those in your life that you love. Whether in person or with a dua.

When we see a sister in Hijab, there is an instant bond, an instant love for my Muslim Sister.

Seerah Gems

We listened from minute 28:10 to 35:46

Seerah of Prophet Muhammed 1 - Specialities of Prophet Muhammed - Yasir Qadhi | April 2011

Discussion: Appreciate the miracle of the Quran.

Nurturing Eman in Children

Sister Rim read the following finishing the second section.

Part Two: Connecting Children to Pillars of Islam Chapter 10

Responsibility and Accountability

The Nature of this world

Discussion: A great reminder and analogy to a traveller. When we focus on the hereafter, Allah, swt. will fill our lives with contentment.

News and Schedule

Our upcoming planned Halaqas are:

Friday, July 3, 2020, 10:30 am

outdoors

Celebration Square Splash Pad

We will be taking precautions to avoid catching / spreading Covid-19.

Sisters who wish to attend virtually please get in touch with us a day before the Halaqa.

Post-Halaqa, we realized that meeting outside was not a wise decision and will instead be

continuing our online Friday Halaqa's for now, until the regulations change allowing for

larger gatherings, in shaa Allah.

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

Sister Mai finished the chapter about

Umm Salamah radi Allahu anha

In the book, the bottom of page 90-91

Kindle edition

Discussion:

Don’t Be Sad

Sister Karima read Repel boredom from your life Pdf pg 92-93

E-book, page 93-94

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.

Ramadan 21, 1441 AH,

Ramadan, Now Is The Time

Year 7

Attendance:

8 Sisters

5 Junior Sisters

5 Junior Guests

Location: Online

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

During the Covid-19 “stay at home” order, we have decided to hold our Halaqa online in sha Allah, every Thursday.

Today we stepped out of our normal format to focus on these special days and nights of Ramadan.

Session One 10:30 AM:

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

We read Surah Fatihah aloud altogether, then Sister Alia read Surah Al-Qadr verses 1-5 followed by Sister Rim, reading the English Approximation.

Quran: Tafsir

Surah Al-Qadr verses 1-5

Sister Alia read a portion of the following comprehensive tafsir.

Virtues of the Last 10 Nights

Discussion:

Quran: Tajweed

Sister Shimaa focused on the name of Allah, The Pardoner.

العفو

Best Dua For Laylatul Qadr | Mufti Menk

Sisters cancelled the break and continued the Halaqa.

Session Two 11:30 AM:

Children’s Focus: The Quran

Did you make a glitter jar? Can we see it?

What dua did you learn this week?

Who wrote the Quran?

Where can we find stories of the Prophets?

We can learn how the Prophets of the past such as Ibraheem and Musa, peace be upon them both,
called their people to worship Al Khaliq, The Creator. The Quran shows us that worshipping Allah must be without a partner.

What else does the Quran contain?

The Quran contains all the rules for us to have healthy lives, alhamdulillah.

I love the Quran - Nasheed featuring Zaky 1:35

In what month was the Quran revealed?

On one of his (saws) visits to the cave, Angel Gibrael (as) came to him. At first, the Prophet (saws) was scared but he soon realized that there was no harm that would come to him. Angel Gibreal came to the Prophet to inform him that Allah had chosen him to be his Messenger. This happened during the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, Ramadan.

What was the first revelation?

The first revelation from Allah (swt) through the Angel Gibreal to Prophet Mohamed (saws) was the first five verses of Surah (chapter) Al-Alaq:
"Iqra bismi rabbikalla dhi khalaq. Khalaqal insana min alaq. Iqra wa rabtukal alrram. Alladhi 'allama bil qalam. 'Allamal insana malam ya’lam, ""Read in the name of your Lord who created, created man from a clot. Read, for your Lord is mostGenerous, Who teaches by means of the pen, teaches man what he does not know." (96: 1-5)

Everything Song with Zaky, Maryam & Fatima 4:03

What was the first complete Surah to be revealed?

The first complete chapter of the Quran was Al Fatiha (The Opening).

The Quran was revealed over ________ years.

5 14 23 50

How many Surah’s have you memorized?

Resource: http://www.missionislam.com/ramadan/whatquran.htm

Ramadan Video

Sister Rim wanted to share with everyone the following video.

Trailor: Angels in Your Presence, a Ramadan Series with Sh. Omar Suleiman

Throughout your existence, there are angels in your presence. But it’s your actions that cause those angels to either praise you or disgrace you. Through this series, we will explore the actions that invite these blessed unseen beings to pray upon you, and carry your name and mention to the One who created us all. Join Sh. Omar Suleiman for an all-new series this Ramadan!

Ramadan Dhikr

6 Mindblowing & Exceptional Reasons To Make Dhikr This Ramadan

Maximize the last 10 nights

9 Ways to Maximize Ramadan's Last 10 Nights & Laylatul Qadr

4 Step Game Changer Guide For Last 10 Days

Messed Up 20 Days Of Ramadan – 4 Step Game-Changer Guide For Last 10 Days

Past Ramadan Halaqa’s

A list of all the Ramadan Halaqa’s we have completed.

News and Schedule

Our upcoming planned Halaqas are:

Thursday, May 21, 2020

Thursday, May 28, 2020

Sister Dania has a new product out just in time for Eid gift giving.

Hidaya Education Watch Sister Dania make her announcement 4:49

Sister Kathy did an interesting interview [23 mins] about her journey to Islam and the niqab issue and face masks, with Prof Saba Fatima from University of Illinois for her podcast called "She Speaks: Academic Muslimahs Podcast"

Apple Podcast

Spotify

Conversion Reflection: http://www.thedeenshow.com/katherine-bullock-ex-christian-canada

Compass Books: https://compassbooks.ca/

Follow along with our Ramadan Series on our What’s App Group:

Daily Deen Doses

Ahmad Jibril – Gems of Ramadan

An Ayah, An Activity and a Ramadan Memory Book

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.

Friday, June 26, 2020

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

Thursday, May 14, 2020

Session One 10:30 AM:

Opening Dua

Quran: Reciting

Quran: Tafsir

Quran: Tajweed

Sisters cancelled the break and continued the Halaqa.

Session Two 11:30 AM:

Children’s Focus: The Quran

Did you make a glitter jar? Can we see it?

What dua did you learn this week?

Who wrote the Quran?

Where can we find stories of the Prophets?

What else does the Quran contain?

I love the Quran - Nasheed featuring Zaky 1:35

In what month was the Quran revealed?

What was the first revelation?

Everything Song with Zaky, Maryam & Fatima 4:03

What was the first complete Surah to be revealed?

The Quran was revealed over ________ years.

How many Surah’s have you memorized?

Ramadan Video

Ramadan Dhikr

Maximize the last 10 nights

4 Step Game Changer Guide For Last 10 Days

News and Schedule

Closing Dua

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