I revolted neither for wickedness nor for fame. Verily I rose only to seek for rectification in the nation of my grandfather, the messenger of Allah.
Imam Hussein (A.S.)
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Inna Lillahi Wa Inna Ilaihi Raji'oon.
Namaz-e-Wahshat:
In the first Raka'at, after reciting Surah al-Hamd, Ayatul Kursi should be recited once and in the second Raka'at, Surah al-Qadr should be recited 10 times after Surah-al-Hamd.
Namaz-e-Haddiye Mayyit:
In the first Raka'at, after reciting Surah al-Hamd, Surah Qadr should be recited. In the second Raka'at, after Surah al-Hamd recite Surah Kawther
Thursday May 17th 26th Jamadil Aakhar • 6:30PM Childrens Workshop DOWNLOAD PDF or JPG • 7:45PM Sura Yasin, Sura al-Fath, Majlis • 8:31PM Salaat-ul Jamaat, Dua-e-Kumayl, Ziyarat-e-Waritha
Tuesday May 22nd 1st Rajab (Subject to Moon Sighting) • 7:30PM Dua-e-Tawassul, Hadith-e-Kisa, Sura Yasin, Majlis (recited by Mohammedhussein Rajmohammed) • 8:36PM Salaat-ul Jamaat
June 2nd Saturday is the Wilaadat of Imam Ali (as)
June 9th Saturday SUFRO of Imam Jaffer Sadiq (as)
Madressah Exams are on June 3rd & June 10th
June 10th End of the Madressah Year & Celebrations
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Membership list will be publish soon, anyone not paid and/or in arrear please remit
Sunday FAJR salaat is at 5:00 am please join us after the breakfast to clean, beautify and maintain the landscape - This is one of the good deed to attain.
Quarterly report is attached, however, please note that the donation of $2.50 per name is requested for the recitation of Sura Yasin for the Ihsala Sawaab of the marhumeens. {$260.00 for two names for one year or $500.00 for four names for one year).
ALL DATES ARE SUBJECT CHANGE WITH MOON SIGHTING
May 24th Thursday Wafaat 10th Imam
7:30 PM Yasin, Marshia, Majlis – Zakir Nisar Rahim Matam
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PRESS RELEASE FROM AL AHAD MADRESSAH
If a child is late they will be sent to the principal's office and the parent will be contacted.
Final Day Celebration will be on 6/10/12, beginning at 12 noon.
On 6/3/12, finals will be in Qur'an and Tareekh and on 6/10/12, finals in Fiqh/Akhlaq. If this needs to be switched on an individual basis, teachers should coordinate so that all 3 exams are not given on the same date.
On 6/10, there will be no Qur'an classes.
Ramadan Planning
Br. Abbas Walji will be coordinating the Qur'an competition, which will integrate the Darsa sessions and Qur'an memorization.
Sr. Fatema R. Kermalli will be coordinating the coloring competition.
Good Deeds chart will also be offered. Needs a coordinator.
"Fill my Cup" campaign by NASIMCO/World Federation
Campaign to fight poverty; teachers to coordinate in their classes to get donations and/or work on a fundraiser for this project.
Teacher Training
4 hours of teacher training; workshop style (sharing ideas, lesson tasks, learning styles, etc.). Training to be conducted close to the starting of Madressa next year and offered to the whole community.
Madressa first day for next academic year is targeted for Sunday, 9/9. Potential date for training is Friday, 9/7 (or weekend before).
5/6 Teachers Meeting at 9:30 am 6/3 Final Exams 6/10 Final Exams & End of year Celebration
Significance of Zikhr (Dhzikr)
Muslims realize that Islam is more than a religion; it is a way of life. The demands, expectations, and benefits of being Muslim stem greatly from our ability to worship Allah and remember Him constantly. While many aspects of Zikhr are specifically defined for us, such as Hajj once in our lifetime, fasting in Ramadan once a year, praying in congregation at least once a week (Juma) and praying five times a day. However, the times between are not meant to be void of thoughts of Allah.
Allah says in the Holy Quran, "Call on Me, I will answer your prayer, but those who are too arrogant to serve me will surely find themselves humiliated in Hell" (40:60). Taking the time to remember and ask Allah, serves not only as humbling experiences, but forces you to realize that Allah wants us to remember Him, to ask of Him, and put our trust in Him.
Whether it is in times of distress or in times of joy, creating a habit of sincere supplication toward Allah is very important. And whoever wants Allah to answer his prayers during difficult times, should supplicate to Him more and more in times of ease.
Imagine a storm that comes across, surely you will seek refuge inside the house until it has passed. Now, imagine a different type of storm of emotional and spiritual struggles that are caused by our actions and those of others. How do we seek shelter from our own vices and those of others that seek to destroy us? ZIKHR is the answer
Zikhr is so powerful that it removes all misfortune and dispels anxiety and in return brings peace & blessings in one's life like water brings life to the earth. Zikhr (remembrance of God) is an act which brings us closer to Allah and our faith, while also helping us overcome both inner and outer conflicts. It has sadly become customary for us to only remember Allah in times of difficulty, and as such, we remove the daily element of Imaan (faith) from our lives. The Holy Qur'an has stressed the rewards of remembering God, but at the same time, it has illustrated the consequences of not seeking refuge with Him. Indeed, the Qur'an was sent down as a lesson to human being and to guide them from darkness to knowledge. Had we truly known the might and wisdom of Allah, we would sing His praise day and night. Our lack of Zikhr stands as a testament of our ignorance of God's might and His bounties.
When Zikhr is mentioned, we subconsciously equate it with Tasbih or repeating certain phrases. The actual concept is much deeper and requires more effort on the part of the believer.
Imam Ja'far as-Sadiq (peace be upon him) clarifies: "By remembrance of God, I do not mean reciting subhanallahi, WA alhamdulillahi, WA la ilaha illa allahu WA allahu Akbar. Although these are also regarded as Zikhr, but what is meant is remembering God when encountering obedience and disobedience of God."
The Qur'an is extremely clear on this subject, and gives directions to the believing men and women to seek refuge with the Almighty. Among the many verses pertaining to this subject: "And (all) the most beautiful names belong to Allah, so call on Him by them." (7:180)
"And withhold yourself with those who call on their Lord morning and evening desiring His goodwill, and let not your eyes pass from them…." (18:28)
“And remember the name of thy Lord during the morning as well as the evening” (76:26)
“O ye who believe let not your wealth and your children divert you from the remembrance of Allah” (63:10)
Jabir reported that the Prophet said, "the best remembrance of Allah is to repeat La ilaha illa Allah and the best prayer is Alhumdu lillah (all praise is due to Allah).” Some Beneficial Zikhr includes: SubhanAllah - Praise be to Allah. Alhamdulillah - Thanks be to Allah. Allah o Akbar – Allah is the Greatest. a Ilaha Ill Allah – There is no worthy of worship except Allah.
As we all strive to earn the favor of Allah, we cannot forget the importance of Zikhr and work to incorporate it into every aspect of every moment in our everyday lives. Whether it is through our supplication toward Allah, the words we say, the company we keep, the charity we do or the Tabligh work we participate in, there is always more Zikhr that can be done and countless ways to draw ourselves closer to the path of Allah.
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