Thursday, July 16, 2020

Halaqa # 159

Dhu’l-Qi’dah 24, 1441 AH


Supplication


Year 7


Attendance: 

7 Sisters

1 Junior Sisters                                                   

4 Junior Guests


Location: Online via Google Meet



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 using Google Meet every Thursday morning in sha Allah.



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 Maryam verses 1-11 followed by Sister Rim, 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.   


Note: We decided to designate one sister each week to read Surah Fatihah aloud while the remained of the sisters read with their microphones muted. 


Quran: Tafsir

Surah Maryam verses 1-11 


We have chosen to use Tafsir Ibn Kathir   Volume 6 

Sister Alia read # 3, 4. We discussed that there is more background and Sister Karima mentioned the relevant verse from Surah Ali Imran so we read that tafsir as well. 


  1. Introduction to Maryam

Verses 97-99

  1. The Discussion of the Individual Letters

Verse 1 Surah Al-Baqarah

  1. The Story of Zakariyya and His Supplication for a Son 

Verses 1-6

  1. The acceptance of His Supplication  

Verses 7

  1. His amazement after the acceptance of His Supplication

Verses 8-9

  1. The Sign of the Pregnancy

Verses 10-11




Discussion:  We discussed that there is more background and Sister Karima mentioned the relevant verse from Surah Ali Imran so we read that tafsir as well. 

The Supplication of Zakariyya, and the Good News of Yahya's Birth

Verses 38  Surah Ali Imran


Quran: Tajweed

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

Tajweed for Beginners  Prepared by Qari Ismail Essack

Sister Shimaa provided a quick review and then continued her lesson about  Makhaarij  

Pdf Page 18 and 19  #9. 10, 11



Children’s Focus


Video:  2:18

Omar & Hana Go For Holiday! | Incredible Creatures In The Sea


What animals were in the video?

Which animal is your favourite?



Quiz:  We asked the children various questions and provided picture clues.



How many God do we have?


What is God’s name?


Who created us?

Who created everything?


The Quran is the book of whom?


Who are we?


What is our religion?


What does Islam mean?


Who is our Prophet?


How many pillars are in Islam?

What is the first pillar?


Can you say the Shahadah?



Can you say the dua before going to sleep?


Can you say the dua for knowledge?


What do we say after leaving the bathroom?


What should we say after we sneeze?



What should we say before starting anything?

What should we say when we do something later?

What should we say when we meet Muslims?


Where do Muslims go to pray?


What do Muslims do in Ramadan?


What is the Muslim Holiday?






Video:  4:40

Cute Fatima Interview By Maryam Masud - Muslim Kids Video


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

Sister Mai finished the chapter about

Zainab bint Jahash radi Allahu anha  pdf page 94, (⅓) to the stars page 97 

In the book, page 99 -102

Kindle edition

Discussion: We learn from the Prophet’s example if we need to break our oaths. It is nice to see the humanity of the Prophet’s wives, they excelled in worship yet experienced typical emotions as we do. 


Don’t Be Sad

Sister Karima read  Cast off anxiety - Pause to reflect  Pdf pg 97-99

E-book,   page 98-100

Discussion:   This ties in very nicely with the following reading.


A Temporary Gift

Sister Rim read: Love, Unraveling Your Hands

 Page 143-144

Link to Purchase a pdf                Link to buy

Discussion:   In the midst of all her sadness she reaches to her faith and finds strength and writes so eloquently about her feelings. 


News and Schedule

Our upcoming planned online Halaqas are: 

 

Thursday, July 23    Dhu’l-Hijjah 2, 1441

Thursday, July 30    Dhu’l-Hijjah 9, 1441

 

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, July 10, 2020

Halaqa # 158

Dhu’l-Qi’dah 18, 1441 AH


Perseverance


Year 7


Attendance: 

8 Sisters

4 Junior Sisters                                                    

3 Junior Guests


Location: Online via Google Meet



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

 

We will be returning to Thursday Halaqa’s starting July 16th, in shaa Allah



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-Kahf verses 98-110 followed by Sister Rim, 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 98-110


We have chosen to use Tafsir Ibn Kathir   Volume 6 

Sister Alia read parts 1 and 5


  1. The Barrier restrains Them, but It will be breached when the Hour draws nigh

Verse 97-99


  1. Hell will be displayed before the Disbelievers on the Day of Resurrection

Verse 100-102


  1. The Greatest Losers in respect of (Their) Deeds  

Verses 103-106


  1. The Reward of the Righteous Believers

Verse 107-108


  1. The Words of the Lord can never be finished

Verse 109


  1. Muhammad is a Human Being and a Messenger, and God is One

Verse 110


Discussion:  


What is the meaning of “Hadab” …….. from every side (corner) all around


There is so much evil and oppression in the world, How much patience does Allah, swt, have with mankind?


Sister Alia recommends Yasir Qadhi’s series on the Signs of the Day of Judgement.  A fascinating series that is so relevant to our modern times.

 

There is a word that is repeated twice with the difference of one letter. The added letter “taa” puts more emphasis on the word which means “can”. Allah’s swt use of grammar and meaning to give such lovely elegance in the reading of the Quran. 

 




If Dajjaal comes what do Muslims do?


Sister Alia shared: https://youtu.be/1W6zHsyoBxc

Sister Shimaa shared: Who is the Dajjaal - Islam Question & Answer



Quran: Tajweed

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

Tajweed for Beginners  Prepared by Qari Ismail Essack

Sister Shimaa provided a quick review and then continued her lesson about  Makhaarij  

Pdf Page 19  # 8 


She assigned us homework: Review and explain all the Makharrij points so far with our family members. 



Children’s Focus: Hajj


Dialogue


Do you remember we talked about the pillars of Islam?

Can you name any of them?

Do you remember we talked about the Kaba?

Where is it located?


Next month, many Muslims will visit the Kaba, What do we call this trip?



Video:  2:40

Learn About Makkah With KAZWA



Dialogue:  

How can we travel to Hajj? 

Lets go on hajj.pdf



Song


Source: Hajj Transportation Colouring and Activity Pack Free Download




Video:  4:00


The Well of Zamzam is built by Hajar - Storytime with Zaky | HD


Resources:

Hajj Interactive Notebook

10 Hajj Crafts For Children

Free Download: Hajj Activity Book for Little Kids

10 Ways Children Can Have Fun Learning About Hajj

Seven Crafts To Accompany The Teaching of Hajj


Children’s Quran

Children were invited to read some verses of the Quran

Our Junior member “S”  read Surah Al-Balad

.

Seerah Gems

We listened from the beginning to 8:39

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

 


Don’t Be Sad

Sister Megan read  Cast off Anxiety  Pdf pg 94-97

E-book,   page 95-98

Discussion:  Some reflections can be beneficial. If you learn from your mistakes.  Don’t dwell on your mistakes but use them to grow. 


A Temporary Gift

Sister Karima read: Never Empty

 Page 138-140

Link to Purchase a pdf                Link to buy



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

Sister Mai read the following:

Zainab bint Jahash radi Allahu anha  pdf page 92 the first stars to page 94, (⅓)

In the book, page 97-99

Kindle edition


Sisters Share

Sister Shimaa shared thoughts about adoption in Islam and how that relates to the story about Zaid ibn Haritha.   Sisters discussed this issue. 



News and Schedule

Our survey results were revealed and it was decided to move the Halaqa back to Thursday mornings. 

 

 

Our upcoming planned Halaqas are: 

Thursday, July 16 Dhu’l-Qi’dah 24, 1441 AH

Thursday, July 23    Dhu’l-Hijjah 2, 1441

Thursday, July 30    Dhu’l-Hijjah 9, 1441

 

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.