Ta'leef Collective Fall Quarter 2009 Classes, Workshops and Activities

Title: Introduction to Islam Workshop
Description: A free, educational workshop on the Muslim faith. This friendly, informal discussion on the basics of Islam is for seekers and anyone curious about the world’s fastest growing religion. Feel welcome to bring your questions, concerns, and curiosity regarding the faith of Islam. For ages 18 and above.
Date: Saturday, October 17
Time: 12pm – 4pm
Fee: Free
Register: http://introislamoct.eventbrite.com/

Title: Book Of Assistance
Description: Reflections on Imam Al-Haddad’s famous treatise concerning Muslim devotions, prayers and practical ethics. The commentary is geared towards newcomers to Islam, young folks recommitting themselves to the Deen and anyone seeking applicable ways to advance spiritually.
Date: Every Sunday, begins October 4
Time: 8pm (October 4 – 25), 7:30pm (November 1st onwards)
Fee: Free

Title: Hanafi Fiqh
Description: Islamic sciences according to the Hanafi school of thought. Topics include purification and prayer.
Date: Every Tuesday, begins October 13
Time: 7pm – 8:30pm
Fee: $30
Register: http://hanafifall2009.eventbrite.com/

Title: Maliki Fiqh
Description: Introductory Maliki fiqh class based on the Muqaddima Al-Akhdari. The course will cover purification and prayer. There will also be a brief introducation to Islamic spirituality.
Date: Every Sunday, begins October 11
Time: 4pm – 5:30pm
Fee: $30
Register: http://malikifall2009.eventbrite.com/

Title: Arabic for Beginners
Description: Learn conversational Arabic using the renowned text: Kitab al-Assasi.
Date: Every Monday and Thursday, begins October 12
Time: 7pm – 8:30pm
Fee: $75
Register: http://arabicfall2009.eventbrite.com/

Title: Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Description: Classes will provide students with the physical refinement and technical application of techniques that have made Brazilian Jiu Jitsu one of the most effective and fastest growing sports in the world today.
Date: Every Monday 6:30pm – 8pm, Wednesday 6:30pm – 8pm, Sunday 11:30pm -  1pm. October 11 – December 20
Fee: $100 per month, $25 one time registration fee
Register: http://bjj.eventbrite.com/

Zaytuna Knowledge Resources presents the latest and most exciting title to date: Agenda To Change Our Condition – Audio MP3 Download.

The Muslim tradition considers taqwa (conscious awareness of our Lord) the primary reason for our existence and the means by which we are ensured continued succor from our Creator.

This MP3 digital download, totaling more than 11 hours of audio material, elucidates a simple yet effective means to increase our taqwa and transform our inner and outer world through spiritual struggle with the soul. These seven sessions, presented by the American Muslim scholars Zaid Shakir and Hamza Yusuf, represent a unique contribution about the vast spiritual dimension of Islam to western world.

Recorded live at various presentations across the country, these sessions are based on an immensely popular Zaytuna publication of the same title.

Click here to see more details, listen to sample clips and to see the session descriptions.

Product Details

• Format: High-quality MP3 Audio
• Duration: 7 Sessions (11 hrs.)
• Total File Size: 307 MB
• Av. Indiv. File Size: 40 MB

Special Ramadan messages from Shaykh Hamza Yusuf and Imam Zaid Shakir. Please support Zaytuna College and the Zaytuna Knowledge Resources (full course listing here).

The website we all have been waiting for… is now live: http://www.zaytunacollege.org/

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In order for this project to continue it is vital for us to provide financial support.  Students at Dar es Salaam have all their living and learning expenses covered for $200 a year (that is less than $1 a day!).  Although we welcome one time donations, we are hoping to get as many consistent donations, of small or large amounts as possible.   If we have 60 people pledging just $10 per month, we are covering three students for a whole year in just one month.  Please spread the word to others so we can increase this number greatly, insha’Allah.