It is imperative on Muslims to learn  about the true understanding of the faith of Islam as explained by traditional scholars, often referred to as Ahlus sunnah wa’l Jama’ah, and then practice them.

A FREE 12 week course is being offered by Leeds Makkah Masjid, starting from Sunday 25 September 2011, around some of the most hotly debated topics pertaining to Aqa’id (beliefs).

The course will be delievered by Qari Muhammad Asim, Imam of Leeds Makkah Masjid.

The following keys topics will be covered in this course. The purpose of this course is not to “prove” who is right/wrong rather to enhance one’s understanding of the debates that exist around these topics.

1. Shirk
2. Bid’ah
3. Black Magic & Jinn
4. Jihad
5. Tasawwuf
6. Seeking assistance form other than Allah
7. Status of the Prophet, including issues relating to Nur & Bashr
8. Saying “Ya Rasulallah” (peace & blessings be upon him)
9. Ilm—e-ghaib and Hazir & Naazir
10. Mild-un-Nabi
11. Isal-e-Thawab
12. Visiting Graves

At the end of each topic, there will be a Q&A session.

Brothers and sisiters are welcome.

Date:  Every Sunday

Time: After Maghrib prayer

Venue: Makkah Masjid, 36 Thornville Road Leeds LS6 1JY

24 Hours: 100 Actions by Qari Muhammad Asim

The crown of creation, Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) is a role model for all Muslims. Every activity in his life was guided by his main objective of living and sharing Allah’s religion for a happy life on Earth and in the Hereafter. His words and actions have been preserved to guide everyone to live a balanced and successful life in this world and attain salvation in the Hereafter.

There are thousands of actions/sunnahs of the Noble Prophet (peace be upon him) that can be performed. Deen Foundation is pleased to launch the publication of a pocket sized booklet containing some of the ahadith which can easily be followed in our daily lives without any difficulty. The booklet provides guidance on every waking moment; from the moment one awakes in the morning to the moment one goes to sleep and all that comes in between, such as eating and drinking, getting dressed, going out to work or study, dealings with one’s family and neighbours and hygiene and appearance.

The pocket sized booklet has been designed so that brothers and sisters can easily remind themselves of these sunnahs in whatever situation they find themselves in. The selected ahadith are a combination of positive actions that should be consciously followed and basic principles that should form part of one’s subconscious mind. The Prophet (peace be upon him) has said: “At the time of corruption, if one revives the Sunnah, one will be rewarded to the equivalent of one hundred martyrs in Islam.” [Baihiqi]

Sponsored by Al-Haqq Education Trust (Leeds, UK).

The booklet is distributed FREE for Isal-e-Thawab of Professor Imam Hafiz Fateh Muhammad (ra), Malik Muhammad Amin and family.

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Seeking Allah’s Protection by Qari Muhammad Asim

In today’s fast paced life, when everyone is in search of short cuts to success without suffering any physical and financial loss, we seem to forget the One who controls our affairs. We tend to forget the Prophetic guidance, which has been laid down for us so that we gain peace of mind and remain under the protection of our Lord by staying in touch with Him throughout the day and night.

There are hundreds of supplications made by the Noble Prophet (peace be upon him) seeking Allah’s help in every situation that we face. Deen Foundation is pleased to launch the publication of a pocket sized booklet consisting of some of the ahadith which tell us what we should recite in the morning and evening to save ourselves from any harm and remain under the protection of the Lord of the Heavens and the Earth. The pocket sized booklet has been designed so that brothers and sisters can recite these words while walking, driving, relaxing, waiting around, working at shops or offices. If a person cannot recite in Arabic, then he should at least try to read the translation so that he can derive some benefit from it.

The supplications contained in this booklet are divided into three parts: (1) those supplications that are to be recited in this morning and evening; (2) comprehensive Qur’anic and sunnah supplication/du’a; and (3) salutation/darood on the beloved Prophet of Allah (peace be upon him).

A medicine tends to only work when a patient also considers his diet and refrains from eating those things which will harm him. Similarly, those who refrain from sins will experience the full benefit of supplicating to Allah. If they occasionally make a mistake and commit a sin, they immediately turn to Allah and seek forgiveness from Him. Therefore, it is important to avoid committing sins in order to achieve the benefits of reciting these prayers and remain under the protection of the Lord.

The booklet is distributed FREE for Isal-e-Thawab of Professor Shaykh Hafiz Fateh Muhammad, Malik Muhammad Amin and family.

On 14th February 2011, Muslims of Leeds will be spending the day with the one that they love the most – one and only prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him). All day long at Al-Madina Jamia Masjid on Brudenell Grove Leeds, Muslims will be doing zikr and fikr and sending slawat/salutations and durood on the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him).

After the maghrib prayer on 14th Febraury 2011, to mark the night of the blessed birth of the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) (i.e 12th Rabi-ul-Awwal night), a special gathering of children and adults will be held at Al-Madina Jamia Masjid where talks will be given in honour and praise of Rasullullah (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him).

The main Milad-un-Nabi event will be held on Saturday 19 February from 4pm to 7.30pm to celebrate the birth, life and legacy of the Holy Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him).

Talks will be given by Scholars of Islam and Nasheed/ Na’at will be sung by renowned Na’at Khawan.

Key Guests will include:

1. Qari Najum-ul-Mustafa - Qari of National Assembley, Pakistan 

2. Syed Sabih-ud- Din Rahmani, QTV – http://sabihrehmani.niceboard.biz/forum

3. Allamah Khurshid Alam Sabri – Ummah channel

4. Sahibzada Mustafa Raza Khan, Manchester University

5. Pir Habib-ur- Rahman Mahboobi, Bradford

People of other faiths shall also share their thoughts about the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him).

All brothers and sisters are warmly invited to what will, insha Allah, be a spiritually uplifting and blessed gathering.

As always, separate facilities will be provided for sisters. Refreshments will also be provided.

It is narrated that the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) came out one day and said, “Yesterday I saw [something] astonishing …I saw a man from my community who was dragging himself on the ṣirāṭ [bridge over hellfire in the hereafter] one time and crawling another time, then the prayers he sent upon me took him by the hand and made him firm on the ṣirāṭ until he crossed it.”

Makkah Masjid is a purpose built masjid that was opened in August 2003. It is a three storey building, with the lower floor dedicated specifically for sisters’ use. The masjid has a total capacity of approximately 25000. For this event, brothers will be accommodated in two large halls on the ground and upper floor. Map for Leeds Makkah Masjid

Very good facilities are provided for sisters. There is a separate side entrance which leads directly to the sisters area. If you require any further information, please do not hesitate to contact the masjid, or telephone the mobile number as on the poster for the event.

Sheikh Nuh Keller is one of the most authoritative voices of traditional, moderate Islam in the English-speaking world. He embraced over 30 years ago and since then he has devoted himself to the service of Islam.

Shaikh Nuh Ha Mim Keller has a wide following of students including in countries such as the United States, Canada, England, and Australia—as well as Turkey, Pakistan, and the Middle East.

In addition to teaching Sufism, Shaykh Nuh has written several books and articles on a wide range of subjects. Perhaps his most important work to date is the voluminous Reliance of the Traveler, an annotated English translation of ‘Umdat al-Salik, a Shafi’i legal work by Ahmad ibn Naqib al-Misri (d.769/1368). It contains over six thousand legal rulings, and was the first English translation of an Islamic legal work to be certified by al-Azhar University.

For further details about Sheikh Nuh Keller and his work, please click on the following links:

http://shadhilitariqa.com/site/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=3

http://www.masud.co.uk/ISLAM/nuh/

Tasawwuf is a branch of Islamic knowledge which focuses on the spiritual development of a Muslim. The goal of Tasawwuf is complete submission to the Shariah and Sunnah in order to attain purification of the heart and soul and to develop a deep and strong connection with Allah.

Data Uthman Ali al-Hujwiri (d. 465/1072) states that “Tasawwuf is not composed of practices (rusum) and sciences (‘ulum), but it is akhlaq.”

Wa Llahu lahu ul-haqqi wa huwa yahdis-sabil.
Hasbuna Llahu wahdahu wa ni’mal-wakil.
Wa salli ‘ala Sayyadina Muhammadin
wa aalihi wa sahbihi ajma’in
wal-hamdu li-Llahi rabb il-’alamin.

Truth belongs to Allah; it is He who shows the way.
Allah, alone, suffices us, and what a fine guardian is He!
Blessings upon our Master Muhammad
and his Family and Companions altogether
and praise is due to Allah, Lord of the Worlds.

In Celebration of the Beloved (Sallallahu Alaihi Wa-Alihi Wasalam), Jalsa Milad-un-Nabi will be held on Sunday 9 March 2008 after Zuhr prayer at 1:30pm.

Let us pray as much as we can and send salutations upon the beloved of Allah to express our love for our Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him).

The purpose of this function was to develop the confidence of the students to be able to discuss the life of the noble Prophet in the public meetings

Click here to go the the relevant page. Alternatively, you can click on the ‘Weekend classes’ link on the right-hand menu to go to the page.

O Messenger of God! If only like the dog of the Companions of the Cave,
I could be in Paradise among your Companions.
Is it right that their dog is in Paradise while I am in Hell?
He was the dog of those Companions; I am the dog of yours!

See the Persian text

The above couplet reminds of another great verse which goes seomthing like;

Oh Holy Prophet, would that your dog was called Jami
You would call for your dog and I would come running.

Can we have the same level of love for the Holy Prophet as Maulana Jami had????