For the first time ever in South Africa, Ar Rihla is proud to announce the launch of Ar Rihla Online, the ONLY fully online Arabic and Qur’aan Learning Programme

“Ar Rihla Online” has been created to meet the needs of those individuals who would like to gain authentic Islamic Knowledge but cannot always find the means or the time to do so.
Individuals who cannot travel to and from our courses and seminars can now register and access these via live streaming sessions.

Who is “Ar Rihla Online” for?

“Ar Rihla Online” is the ideal study solution for:

> Housewives
> Professionals
> University Students
> Those who live in areas where Ar Rihla does not offer courses
> Anybody who would like to study Islam from the comfort of their home

What does “Ar Rihla Online” offer you?

“Ar Rihla Online” offers you :

· The opportunity to study from the ease & comfort of your home or office at a time that is convenient for you

· The convenience of not having to travel to & from lessons

· The option of selecting a time for your lessons; you are not bound by a fixed lesson time

· A tailor-made syllabus to suit your specific needs & requests

· Live One-on-One interactive sessions

· Safety & Privacy allowing you to study without any worries

Ar Rihla aims to give you access to authentic Islamic knowledge in a professional, friendly and understanding environment. We also provide you with a platform to air your religious and spiritual problems. You are assured of our continued support and commitment towards finding a solution for whatever problems you may be facing.

Ar Rihla will be hosting a web seminar on Thursday, 18 February 2010 from 19:30 to 20:30.
Topic: Tafseer of Surah fatiha.
Pre-registration is essential.
To register email events@rihla.co.za with your FULL NAME and the word “WEB001″ in the subject line.
Seats are extremely limited.
Please note that there is NO COST INVOLVED.

Below is an Audio clip from them talking about the Quran and giving an overview of Ar Rihla,

Visit www.Rihla.co.za for more information.

The Muslim Professionals Network cordially invites you to a three-course dinner at the Karachi Restaurant Conference Hall (47 Bree St, Fordsburg, opposite Oriental Plaza) at 19:00 on 15th December 2009.

Keynote speaker: Ashfaaq Carrim, Al Jazeera English deputy News Editor in news room and former freelance producer on the programme Inside Story, will regale dinner guests with an analysis of the goings on in the world during the past year and reflect on what may be in store next year.

The dinner is being held to enable young professionals to establish mutually beneficial relationships with other professionals in the region, so bring along your business cards.

Separate seating arrangements will be available for males and females.

Tickets are R100 per person before the event and R130 on the day (subject to availability).
To secure a ticket, please R.S.V.P. by sending a confirmation email with your name, occupation and company (if applicable) to mpn.email@gmail.com a.s.a.p.

There are only 50 seats available so R.S.V.P. in advance to avoid disappointment.

Al- Habib Kadhim Ja„far Muhammad al-Saqqaf is a direct descendent of the Prophet (SAW). A scholar of high repute, he was born in Tarim, Hadramaut in 1960.
He currently teaches at the prestigious Islamic institute Dar al-Mustafa in Tarim as well as sit-ting on the Council for Legal Verdicts at the same establishment.

Habib Kadhim is well travelled and has spent a considerable amount of time in the past few years travelling to the UK. He has greatly as-sisted many Muslims in the West to under-stand their roles and responsibilities in their specific societies. Many continue to benefit from his lectures and talks widely available on the internet.

Habib Kadhim is versatile in all areas of traditional Islamic Sciences. He is more famous for his discourses on Purification of the Heart, Fiqh, History, Dawah and Hadith.

The Prophet (PBUH) said:
“The people of Yemen have come to you, they are the softest of hearts and the most tender of souls. Iman is that of the Yemenis and wisdom is Yemenite yonder…” (Narrated by Abu Hurayrah in Sahih al-Bukhari)

Dates Below:

Thursday 3rd December 2009 – Our Knowledge Legacy:
After Magrib
Masjir Rahmah Greenside
Corner Barry Hertzog & Ingalele)
Short Programme
Accommodation for males & females

Friday 4th December 2009 (Jumah) – The Sacred Trust of Muslims living in Non Muslim Land
Jumah Lecture
Bosmont Masjid
Langeberg Road
Accommodation for males & females

Friday 4th December 2009 (After Magrib) Evening of Remembrance
After Magrib
7989 Capricorn Avenue
Extension 9, Lenasia 
Accommodation for males & females

Friday 4th December 2009 (After Esha) The Prophetic Light Reflected In Us
After Esha
Masjid Hamza Lenasia
Scorpio Drive
Extension 9, Lenasia
Accommodation for males & females

Saturday 5th December 2009 (morning) Creating Spiritual Warriors in the Materialist Jungle
11-00 till Dhur
Masjid Quba – Ridgeway
135 Riverside Drive
Ridgeway
Ladies Only Programme

Saturday 5th December 2009 (asr to esha)  “The Aphorisms” By Ibn Ataillah Al Askandari
Cnr 6th Avenue & Somerset Road
Mayfair
Accommodation for both males and females
Note: Ijazah will also be given to those students who have completed the book
A joint program with Sh Jaami from Nigeria who will be completing the book of Ibn Ataillah Al Askandari’s book of spiritual wisdoms called “Al-Hikam”

Sunday 6th December 2009 (09:00 till Dhur) Knowledge Marathon
38 Sunbird Avenut
Extension 1, Lenasia
(in the attic)
Accommodation for both males and females
Note: Participants will also be granted the opportunity of receiving Ijazah (tabarrukan). Habib will also elucidate on the concept of Ijazah and it’s importance in the preservation of Islamic learning

Habib Kadhim will be teaching snippets from the subjects of Tafseer, Hadith, Fiqh, and Da’wah as well as lessons from Imam Ghazali’s Ihya Ulum Al Din. Includes questions and answers session.

Sunday 6th December 2009 (16:00 till Magrib) Women around The Prophet (SAW) as Models of How Spirituality & Education can Empower
Suliman Nana Center
Foyle Street
Crosby
Ladies Only Programme

Sunday 6th December 2009 (After Esha) Relating to the Prophet (SAW) Understanding the Qasida Al Burdah of Imam Al Busairi
After Esha
Masjid Quba
135 Riverside Drive
Ridgeway

Tuesday 8th December 2009 (15:00 to 16:00) Ladies Programme
Malboro Masjid
Madrassah

Tuesday 8th December 2009 (after Esha) Seeking Solutions from the Seerah
Malboro Masjid

The Al Aqsa Foundation of South Africa warmly invites you to a dinner and lecture program with our visiting guests of honour from the Orphan Care Society, Bayt Laham (West Bank, Palestine):                                                                                                                   

1) Sister Muna Najajra and,
2) Dr.  Nael Abdel Rahman                                                                                                                                 

The program includes a three course meal along with firsthand accounts of the experiences of orphaned children growing up within an occupation and being subjected to near daily atrocities. The Orphan Care Society is one of the many independent NGO’s that works with the Al Aqsa Foundation in order to facilitate our Orphan Sponsorship Program.

Date: Friday 20th November 2009
Venue: Karachi Restaurant Conference Hall (47 Bree Street, Fordsburg. Opposite the Oriental Plaza)
Time: 19h00
Tickets: R150 per person

Information:

• All proceeds from the evening will go towards the orphans at the Orphan Care Society.
• Fully segregated seating for males and females.
• Secure parking available at the Oriental Plaza.
• Salaah facilities available

For tickets or information please call our offices on 011 830 2671 or email us

Sheikh Hajjaj Ramadhaan Al-Hindawi of Egypt, one of the most prominent Qari’s of our time is visiting South Africa over the next few weeks.

Below are the dates for the Gauteng province:

Thursday 12 November: : Newtown Masjid after Esha Salaah
Friday 13 November : Church Street Masjid(Kit Kat) Pretoria West before Jumuah Salaah
Friday 13 November : Masjid us Salaam(Laudium) after Esha Salaah

Alkauthar Institute Presents

Month of Mercy  : Special Course for ONLY R50
Date: 19th July 2009
Time : 8:15 am – 7pm
Venue : Wits Medical School , Parktown
For registration or info call : 082 740 8021

The Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him)
said: “There has come to you Ramadan, a blessed month which Allah has
enjoined you to fast, during which the gates of heaven are opened and
the gates of Hell are closed, and the rebellious devils are chained
up. In it there is a night which is better than a thousand months, and
whoever is deprived of its goodness is indeed deprived.” An Nisai

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Learn all about the rulings, fiqh, secrets, worship and benefit of
fasting and Ramadan!

Some of the things you will learn in this course:
the special place of Ramadan,
the importance of fasting,
the optional and the obligatory fasts,
the moon sighting,
how and when to make up missed fasts,
important women’s issues pertaining to fasting,
common mistakes during Ramadan,
Taraweeh prayers,
Laylatul Qadr,
Zakat Ul Fitr & Eid Ul Fitr and much more.

This course is for:
Every Muslim trying to understand his or her Deen and wishes to get the most out of the Holy month of Ramadan.
Teachers and parents who may not have a solid background in the Islamic sciences and need to explain the issues related to Ramadan.
Every Muslim who wants to understand the fiqh related to this pillar of Islam.
Everyone who wants to be inspired by the Month Of Mercy and make it change their lives.
University students or High school seniors involved in calling to this religion.
New Muslims who want to understand their Deen.

Outcomes of the course?
A binder complete with notes all about worship in Ramadan.
Appreciation of the rulings about the vast majority of the questions about Ramadan that plague us today.
Understanding how to get have a fantastic Ramadan and appreciate the Mercy of our Lord.

We only have limited seats at each seminar. So to ensure you don’t
miss out we encourage you to enroll as soon as possible to confirm
your seat.

Why Enrol?
Knowledge is power. It increases when you give it. It is needed by
Kings and beggars alike. It eases the path to paradise. We are
constantly reminded in the Qur’an and Sunnah of the importance of
gaining Islamic knowledge so as to apply it in our lives. At Alkauthar
Institute we have attempted to make this path as easy as possible for
a Muslim, but in the end it will require your own individual
commitment, dedication and hard work to gain the pleasure of Allah.

Remember:
The benefits you receive for the fee you pay for these courses will far outweigh the benefits you will receive from the payment of any other course such as university fees, professional membership fees, conference fees amongst many others.

Practicality is always emphasized. You will learn so much in such little time and in such a manner that will ensure that you will be able to impart that knowledge straight away. Come and experience the Alkauthar Method and the world’s first Case based Islamic learning.

Give your Islamic education solid direction. One course at a time you will edge closer to a diploma, degree and honours.

Instructors who will provide engaging and enjoyable university level lessons in a professional manner at ideal venues complimenting our technology focused teaching style. Our instructors also have plenty of experience dealing with Muslim affairs in the West.

Our student advisors combined with the support of an online community consisting of your instructors and your fellow students from around Australia and the world.

Alkauthar Institute is aiming to develop a pioneering world class
Islamic learning institute, providing a professional and refreshing
approach to Islamic courses which will touch the hearts and revive the
souls. Come and see for yourself how we attempt to seek the reward of
Allah by enriching the lives of individuals and communities.

Rarely do opportunities like this come our way whilst we are healthy
and able. Take advantage of the chance and ENROL NOW! What will you be
missing out on if you don’t?

–
Enriching Lives Through Education
www.alkauthar.org

The Afro-Middle East Centre (AMEC) invites you to an Intensive 8 day Basic Arabic Course for women

Venue: Amec Seminar Room
Address: Afro-Middle East Centre, 38 Louw Geldenhuis Drive, Emmarentia
(150 metres from Emmarentia Mosque toward the dam, yellow corner house opposite rowing club car park)
Dates: From June 29 – 8 July, 2009
Time: 9.30am – 12pm weekdays

This intensive 8 day course aims to provide a solid foundation in the Arabic language with a focus on conversation and reading. Women of all ages are encouraged to attend this female-only course which will allow for a comfortable learning environment.

Attendees will also be invited to join us for an Arabic expo on Saturday 4 July, 2009. This event hopes to bring together students and teachers of Arabic.

The course will be presented by Amina Ebrahim. Amina studied Arabic in Damascus, Syria, at the  University of Damascus and the Sheikh Ahmed Kuftaro Institute, where she completed level V Arabic studies. She also obtained her ijaza (permission) in recitation of the Holy Quran.

Cost of the course (including course material and refreshments) is R200; to be sent to the AMEC bank account listed below:

Afro-Middle East Centre
FNB
Cresta Branch
Br Code: 254905
Acc Number: 62201303021

Receipt of payment must be sent via email to info@amec.org.za

Interested students who cannot afford this fee are welcome to apply for bursaries. Students must contact Amina Ebrahim at the address below to enquire about bursaries.

For more information on the course, please contact  Amina on amina.ebrahim@gmail.com / 0725483416 or for registration, contact Melissa on info@amec.org.za / 073 906 0017.

We look forward to seeing you there.

Dates: Thursday 2nd July, Friday 3rd July & Saturday 4th of July 2009
Time: Thursday & Friday 2pm-5pm; Saturday 9am- 12pm

Conducted by: Dr. Abdulazeez Abdulraheem (Director- Understand Qur’an Academy)
Duration: 9 hours total time.
Place : Al-Ghazali College Auditorium, Erasmia, Pretoria.

To Book contact Sr. Fatima Shakoor – 0846074070 or Sr. Rubina Ghoor – 0823578666

All Welcome. (Brothers and Sisters)

The course consists of common recitations (Last few Surahs of Qur’an, recitations of Salah and other supplications) and basic Arabic grammar. Through these, you will also learn basic meanings of around 100 words, which occur almost 40,000 times in the Qur’an.

In addition, learning MODERN language learning and memorization tips which will be of help in all subjects. Learn Arabic Grammar using a modern approach, called TPI (Total Physical Interaction).

· Were you not looking for someone who can teach you basic Arabic quickly & effectively?

· You will not only be taught the words but also the techniques to remember them.

· These techniques are extremely powerful and can be used for studying any subject (You can guide your kids too!!!).

· People always were surprized as to how they spent those 9 long hours so quickly!!!

· You will learn basic Arabic grammar forms in minutes which normally takes hours!!!

Can’t you spare even 9 hours to learn the basics Arabic of Qur’an or of Salah which you have been praying for years and years without understanding?

Dr. Israr Ahmad’s Schedule While Visiting South Africa

Dr. Israr Ahmad is a renowned Islamic scholar and a widely respected Quranic commentator. He is a firm traditionalist presenting a dynamic and revolutionary concept of Islam as a complete code of life. According to him, following the teachings of Quran and Sunnah can lead to renaissance of the Muslim Ummah. The topics of his lectures/discussions include Haqeeat-e-Eemaan , Haqeeat-e-Deen, Muslim Ummah: its present and future, Khatam-e-Nabbuwat (The end of Prophethood), Khilafah, Significance of Juma Congregation etc. His organization’s website is www.tanzeem.org

14th June, Sunday @ 14h00 (Part-1)
Nana Memorial Centre, 66 Foyle St. Crosby

15th June, Monday, after Esha
Roshni

16th June, Tuesday, After Magrib
Imam Shafi Masjid, 141-8th Ave, Mayfair

17th June, Wednesday, After Esha
Masjid Ansaar, Lakefield Benoni

18th June, Thursday, After Esha
Masjid Taqwa, Bakerton, Springs

19th June, Friday
·0 Houghton Masjid (Pre Khutba Talk)
·1 After Esha – Bosmont Masjid

20th June, Saturday @ 14h00 (Part-2)
Nana Memorial Centre, 66 Foyle Street, Crosby

21st  June, Sunday @ 14h00 (Part-3)
Nana Memorial Centre, 66 Foyle St. Crosby

22nd June, Monday, After Esha
Sabri Masjid, Rose Ave, Lenasia

23rd June, Tuesday, After Esha
Masjid Rahma, Barry Hertzog Road,Greenside

24th June, Wednesday, After Esha
Darus Salaam Masjid, Laudium

26th June, Friday, Pre Khutba Talk
Brixton Masjid, Brixton

27th, Saturday @ 14:00 (Part-4)
Nana Memorial Centre, 66 Foyle St. Crosby

For further information, Please contact:
Muhammad Ali Anjum at maanjum@hotmail.com or 083 268 9669,
Dr. Kashif Mustafa 072 240 3228
Akhtar Thokan 011 298 8000