SUHBA
Companionship has been the cornerstone – the beating heart – of traditional Islamic communities. Whether through seeking the guidance of a murshid to gain esoteric knowledge or building zāwiyahs communal centres for spiritual cultivation, knowledge and craft refinement. These practices have paved the way for soteriological blossoming within the Islamic tradition allowing communities to draw inspiration and exchange ideas to overcome the main challenges of their times. In these series of talks we explore this topic both drawing inspiration from traditional Islamic institutions whilst also engaging contemporary initiatives to revive the Islamicate communal spirit - steeped in spiritual depth and historical context.
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As-Shifā’
The art of healing and understanding the rights we owe to our body, soul, and heart is fundamental in an age where people have become distant from their natural disposition – “fiṭrah.”
In this series of interactive talks, we explore the Prophetic ways of dealing with ourselves and others to reconnect to our true selves, understand our purpose, and make conscious choices for our spiritual, physical, and mental health.
IQRA: READ AND RISE
“The word wisdom is the lost property of the believer. Where he finds it, he is most worthy of it” (Sunan al Tirmidhi 2687). The quest for knowledge, wisdom, and light to understand the miracle within and around our celestial selves is at the heart of the Islamic civilization. This series of talks seeks to take the audience on a journey of navigating our scholastic heritage and works. We explore the exemplary lives of some of the renowned Islamic saints and scholars . Through their sincerity and struggle both inwardly and outwardly, they strove for proximity to the Divine and emphasized serving humanity, promoting peace, tolerance, and excellence. We delve into their lives and works to extract enduring lessons and virtues that continue to enlighten our path today.
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Islamic Art: Divine Inspiration
Islamic art distills the essence of the divine into architectural marvels, precise geometries, fluid designs, and poetic calligraphy. This art forms a bridge between the seen and the unseen, with a timeless appeal.
In this series of interactive talks, we delve into this legacy, celebrating traditional craftsmanship and inspiring modern creativity, all steeped in spiritual depth and historical context.
Shajarat al-Nur
"We have planted the seeds and await the seekers to water them with their intentions and sincerity – that one day, we may all benefit from the shade and fruits of this tree."
