AL-MAQASID WEEKLY | APRIL 22, 2024
According to Imam al- Ghazali, a traveler is either seeking something or fleeing from something, and it could be for an outward or inward reason. Indeed, in the Quran, Allah encourages travel for a variety of reasons: for example,
“Say [Muhammad], ‘Roam the earth, and observe how He originated the creation.’” [Quran 29:20], and “Have they not journeyed through the land, and seen the outcome for those before them?” [Quran 40:82]
While traveling has both worldly and spiritual benefits, it has hardships as well. The Messenger of Allah ﷺ said, "Traveling is a torment because it deprives a traveler of his food, drink, and sleep.” Accordingly, Allah in His All-Encompassing Mercy affords a traveler certain concessions to make the journey easier.
In Imam al-Ghazali’s On Conduct in Travel, he discusses the different types of traveling, the etiquettes of traveling, and six legal mitigations granted the traveler.
InshAllah the next weekend retreat will be June 7-9
Shaykh Yahya giving guests a tour of Al-Maqasid during weekend retreat.
Lehigh Valley Leadership Meeting
Alhamdulillah, Al-Maqasid hosted the quarterly Lehigh Valley Meeting with local masajid and organizations.
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UPCOMING PROGRAMS
Heart to Heart - discussion over coffee
This next Heart to Heart will be on Sunday, May 5th in the Green Barn at 10:30 AM. Heart to Heart is a monthly discussion over coffee and brunch. We seek to come together as a community and discuss topics related to Islamic spirituality.
Our discussions are centered around the book 'The Path of the Worshipful Servants' by Imam al-Ghazali, which is a unique book that discusses the ways to overcome the obstacles on the spiritual path.
For parents with young children, we kindly urge you to include your blessed children only if they can sit quietly next to you.
Wholesome Lifestyle | Fri 26 – Sun 28 April 2024
This weekly Majlis includes a recitation of the prophetic biography in poetry form followed by a counsel intended to connect the listener to the Prophet ﷺ and his teachings. The more we know about his life, character, and way, the more we will come to love and follow the one beloved to Allah.
journey to mecca & medina - sa’id abdul latif heagy
Brother Sa’id reflects on his first Umrah and second Ramadan as a Muslim
The weekly Jumu'a, or Friday, Congregational prayer is live streamed from Al-Maqasid from 12:15pm-1:10pm.
How to Flee to Allah - Yahya Rhodus
We are instructed in the Quran to “Flee to Allah.” [51:50] In this inspiring and practical khutba, Yahya Rhodus discusses various layers of meaning of these words and explains Sidi Ahmad ibn ‘Ajiba’s five stages of fleeing to Allah.
He also explains what it mean to be close to Allah, subhanahu wa ta’ala, how to avoid letting bad habits creep in after Ramadan, and the secret for getting blessings in one’s time.
“If you ask, ask from Allah. If you seek help, seek help from Allah.”
The Pursuit of Knowledge
The Messenger of Allah ﷺ said:
“The believer is never satisfied from learning good until he arrives in Paradise.” (Sunan al-Tirmidhi)
We are enrolling students at Al-Maqasid's full-time seminary program for the 2024-2025 school year. Our program provides students with a comprehensive education in Arabic and Islamic studies that is taught by experienced and knowledgeable instructors.
Introduction to the Book on Conduct in Travel
According to Imam al- Ghazali, a traveler is either seeking something or fleeing from something, and it could be for an outward or inward reason. Indeed, in the Quran, Allah encourages travel for a variety of reasons: for example,
“Say [Muhammad], ‘Roam the earth, and observe how He originated the creation.’” [Quran 29:20], and “Have they not journeyed through the land, and seen the outcome for those before them?” [Quran 40:82]
While traveling has both worldly and spiritual benefits, it has hardships as well. The Messenger of Allah ﷺ said, "Traveling is a torment because it deprives a traveler of his food, drink, and sleep.” Accordingly, Allah in His All-Encompassing Mercy affords a traveler certain concessions to make the journey easier.
In Imam al-Ghazali’s On Conduct in Travel, he discusses the different types of traveling, the etiquettes of traveling, and six legal mitigations granted the traveler.
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