Monday, October 15, 2012
Rihla Reflections by Hend
Thursday, February 9, 2012
Prophetic Spring & The Merciful King
Wilting flowers away as sunlight eventually recedes.
But glad tidings - there exists an everlasting spring that never depletes;
That the Lord of springs has sent as mercy to the worlds.
It is the Prophetic Spring; it is an everlasting spring
In the fertile hearts of the Believer;
Never receding or wilting the blooming flower
Of Love - love for the Beloved and the Merciful King.
The bright sun is a blaze that burns and blinds;
Life’s cycle bends to it as it rises, but wilts as it fades.
Yet the Prophetic Light - the sun, in shining radiance it pales
Turning hearts to the Radiant Light, ever gently and which never sets.
It is the Prophetic Spring; it is an everlasting spring
In the fertile hearts of the Believer;
Never receding or wilting the blooming flower
Of Love - love for the Beloved and the Merciful King.
From His Light that He has created, the Merciful King salutes;
And His creations of light follow suit on earth and in heavens.
O Believer, emulate your Lord who has favoured you with such blessings -
Boundless blessings of peace upon the Shining Light that our Merciful King praises.
© Afroz Ali, 12th Rabbi ul-Awwal, 1433
Wednesday, September 21, 2011
Helping Those in Need
During September, the Ansaar Project's Halal Food Bank in Sydney is partnering with Jewish House and Exodus foundation for the collection of non-perishable goods to assist homeless people in need that are unable to afford food or not in the position to feed themselves fully. The Yes We Can campaign will be running inside 21 Coles stores throughout Metro NSW.
This project is part of Al-Ghazzali Centre's commitment to inter-religious cooperation in goodness.
For more information and to see how you can get involved go to http://alghazzali.org/even
Tuesday, September 6, 2011
Free spiritual education for all? You can help!
Imagine you had a yearning to learn more about your Deen - you know there are classes happening in your neighbourhood that you would love to attend but didn't have the money to pay (Note: AGC would always admit students even if they couldn't pay).
This is the dilemma facing seekers of knowledge across the globe. To combat this, Al Ghazzali Centre and Seekers Guidance have implemented an initiative called Knowledge Without Barriers.
This is what Shaykh Faraz Rabbani has to say about Knowledge Without Barriers "The Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him) said, "Be avid for all that benefits." The scholars have explained that this entails that the believer strives to promote the [1] greatest, [2] widest, and [3] most lasting benefit possible. "Knowledge Without Barriers" is an expression of our commitment to spread the light of Prophetic guidance as far & wide as we can--without barriers. Join us in promoting the way of excellence & mercy--the Prophetic way of knowledge, guidance, and inspiration."
What does this mean for you? Basically, if you pledge an amount to donate to 'Knowledge Without Barriers" you will be helping others to get an Islamic education for FREE (The classes will be free for everyone, not just those who can't afford it). Students from places such as Bosnia, and South Africa right to our shores here in Sydney will have free access to selected classes being held online and live.
Please give generously,
Support KWB
With Peace,
Erin Rutherford
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Wednesday, August 17, 2011
Halal Food Bank
Invest in Your Community's Wellbeing
This Ramadhan, Al-Ghazzali Centre is launching the Ansaar Project Halal Food Bank, ensuring food reaches those families in our community who need it most. The food bank will be non-discriminatory and provide such help to anyone needing it regardless of culture or religion. Invest in your community's wellbeing, by volunteering or donating to this project.
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Donate food | Donate funds | Register as a volunteer | Contact project coordinator |
Why is it important to have a Food Bank in Australia?
Sadly, there are a number of Muslims with a shortage of food in Australia. Many of these Muslims regularly seek assistance in searching for food from various groups and organisations in the community. These individuals and families are from many different countries, the majority being former refugees. They have trouble accessing enough government assistance, and feel isolated from others in the Muslim community.
We have encountered a few of these indivuals over the 8 years of running the Ansaar Project's "Feeding the Homeless" program. However, we have realised there are many more whom are reluctant to approach us and other organisations. Local organisations we have partnered with in our feeding the homeless programs and blanket drives, have reported regular visits by Muslims. These organisations have remarked that the Muslims have requested halal food for themselves and their families.
The Halal Food Bank will help to improve the wellbeing of these indiviuals and their families. You can help make this possible by participating in this food drive and donating to the bank.
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Tuesday, August 16, 2011
Qur'an Reading for Beginners - Level 2
Qur'an Reading for Beginners - Level 2
A 12-week Course for studnets who have basic ability to read the Qur'an and need more practice with a teacher.
When: Sundays, commencing 11th September, 2011
Time: 4.00pm - 6.00pm
Where: Al-Ghazzali Centre Academy
1021A Canterbury Road (Cnr. Willeroo Street), Lakemba.
Entry via Willeroo Street
Cost: FREE, by donation (excluding costs for purchasing book if required).
This course is part of the Knowledge Without Barriers initiative.
Enquiries: Tel: (02) 9708 1539
Email: academydirector@alghazzali.org
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR SISTERS CLASS
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR BROTHERS CLASS
This course is designed for beginners who have the ability to read in the Qur'an but slowly and who need to practice their reading with a teacher to improve their ability to read. The course covers reading from the 30th part of the Qur'an. It also covers some of the more advanced topics to related to reading including:
- The definite article and how it is pronounced when it precedes the moon letters and the sun letters
- The pronunciation of Lafdhatul Jallalah (Allah)
- Introduction to the rulings of lengthening (madd) and shortening (qasr)
- The discreet letters that come at the beginning of some of the chapters in the Qur'an
- Introduction to rulings related to pausing durin recitation
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR SISTERS CLASS