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Mawlid an Nabi

The Prophet Muhammad  ﷺ - An Inspiration Mawlid an Nabi An evening to celebrate the remarkable qualities of the Prophet ‎‏ﷺ ‎‏Talk by Shaykh Haytham Tamim ‎‏Followed by Islamic Nasheeds by Safa Group led by Munshid Rafeeq Al-Muhib ‎‏Date and Time: Sunday 23rd Oct at 5-7pm ‎‏Place: Nadi Park Royal, 260 Old Oak Common Lane, London, NW10 6DX   Please arrive promptly. Free event - open to all. Come and join us for an enjoyable and inspirational evening. 

al-Fawaid fi Ikhtisar al-Maqasid

الفوائد في اختصار المقاصد by Izz al-Din Abd al-Aziz ibn Abd as-Salam Taught by Shaykh Haytham Tamim When is the class? Friendly class every Monday 7-8pm This class is taught in Arabic. ONLINE via ZOOM and Live on Youtube Please contact info@utrujj.org to join. Cost Free Who was Izz al Din Abd al-Aziz ibn Abd as-Salam? Known as Sultan al-'Ulama, Imam Izz al-Din Abd as-Salam was a courageous scholar who stood up to the tyrants of his time. He advised Muslim rulers at a time when the Islamic world was under attack from Tartars and Crusaders. He was described by Ibn al-Imad al-Hanbali as the Sheikh of Islam. An expert in Islamic law, he wrote many brilliant and important books. His literary legacy is very valuable, particularly in the fields of Shafi'i jurisprudence, Quranic jurisprudence, tafsir, and Sufism. His main and enduring contribution was his masterpiece on Islamic legal principles Qawa'id al-Ahkam fi Masalih al-Anam. Al-Qawa'id al-Sughra, or al-Fawa'id fi Mukhtasar al-Qawa'id is its summary. He died in 660AH. al-Fawaid fi Ikhtisar al-Maqasid The primary purpose of the Shariah is to promote benefit for the individual and society and to minimise harm. Izz al-Din Abd as-Salam was able to see the bigger picture, which is an art, and shed light on how Islamic commandments and prohibitions ensure what is best for man. The Fiqh provides guidance on how to navigate the best route through a variety of situations. He has been commended by scholars in all generations and lauded for his originality. Shaykh Haytham Tamim He is an expert and a holder of some of the highest Ijazas in Quran, Hadith (the Prophetic traditions) and Fiqh (Islamic rulings). His knowledge spans the main Islamic jurisprudence schools of thought and different Islamic denominations through highly advanced classical and religious texts. With 29 links...

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Retreat 2023: A Lasting Legacy

Wokefield Estate Wokefield Estate, Reading

A Lasting Legacy - The Final Wisdom and Wasiyya of the Prophet ﷺ SOLD OUT! Alhamdulillah 5% discount on bookings of 2 or more rooms! [Rotate page to landscape on mobile phones or book using your PC] Please email info@utrujj.org for all queries Book below - discounts applied automatically at checkout. https://youtu.be/GdtDPmcCFYw https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n_EJlbSM5K0 * A child is 4 - 16 years old ** For children 0 - 3 years old cot beds are available on request at no charge. Please email info@utrujj.org *** If you are interested in checking in on Friday, please make your booking for Sat below and then email info@utrujj.org for costs for Friday, you will be able to make the Friday booking separately. Friday stay includes complimentary snacks at 8.15pm and breakfast on Saturday. **** All rooms are in the main building except the family rooms (2 adults & 2 children) in Wellington Lodge which is a 10-minute walk away. Bookings are non-refundable. Welcome to the Retreat It’s with great pleasure that we are announcing the launch of our first RETREAT since the pandemic! Bi’idnillah we will be able to gather for the sake of Allah, rekindle the Utrujj friendships, and strengthen our community… as well as benefit from the uplifting teaching of Shaykh Haytham Tamim, participate in collective worship and be in the company of angels. What is a day delegate? Content Shaykh Haytham Tamim will reflect on the key points from the Prophet's ﷺ last pieces of advice to his Companions and to us, his Ummah. He will extract the most important elements of the Prophet’s ﷺ legacy. The Prophet ﷺ conveyed the message of Islam for 23 years - word by word, verse by verse or surah by surah in portions. By the end of his life, our religion was complete. When his...

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Utrujj Talks: Understanding Neurodiversity

Our first talk in our series of Utrujj Talks is by expert Dr Saania Bhatti on Understanding Neurodiversity. Dr. Bhatti, a GP with a specialist role in mental health and neurodiversity,  demystifies neurodivergence and explains the unique strengths neurodivergent individuals bring to society. Whilst the thrust of her presentation addresses autism and ADHD, it fosters a deeper understanding of neurodivergence in adults and children. She highlights how embracing diversity fosters harmony in the lives of neurodivergent individuals and their families and friends. The talk is aimed at beginners as it is her mission to create a more inclusive society. Gain valuable insight. By clicking the link you will receive the recording. This is a thought-provoking journey that redefines the narrative around neurological diversity. Dr Saania Bhatti is a holistic GP in North London with a special interest in mental health and neurodiversity. She supports and coaches patients suffering with stress and burnout and has a keen interest in lifestyle medicine. She also works with vulnerable children, a large proportion of whom are neurodiverse. She is a master practitioner of neurolinguistic programming and hypnosis for health and healing, a GP appraiser and has held various leadership roles. These have included providing training to NHS England in neurodivergence. Alongside her professional insight, she is a mother with lived experience of neurodiversity diversity in her children. Book Now to receive the link and the recording  Just £18 Add to cart   Donate to Utrujj so others can benefit from the knowledge and gain reward. Communication: The link to the session will be sent by email. Please check your spam. There are limited places available as concessions to those who cannot afford it. Please contact us on info@utrujj.org  

Tarawih Prayers 2024

TARAWIH PRAYERS with Shaykh Haytham Tamim EVERY NIGHT inshallah -Ramadan 2024 8 rakah Salah with a short reminder from the Quran after 4 rakahs. Ending with witr and dua. Times: 8pm - 9pm from 11th March - 22nd March 8.30 - 9.30pm from 23rd March - 30th March 9.30pm - 10.30pm from 31st March - End Ramadan Clocks go back on 31st March Open to all At: Islamia Girls' School, 129 Salusbury Rd, London NW6 6PE No entry 15 mins after salah starts. Livestreamed on YouTube How to follow a live-streamed salah The criteria to follow the imam online is that you have to have a good connection and be in the same time zone, as you have to be able to hear the imam clearly and be aware of the movements of the imam. •Please pray Isha before joining the salah. •Do not place the screen in front of you. •You may join the salah from anywhere in the world as long as it is before Fajr. •Ensure you recite surah Fatiha behind the imam. •Continue praying by yourself if you lose connection and complete the salah IT IS NOT PERMISSIBLE TO PERFORM TARAWIH FROM THE RECORDING. You may hold the Quran or follow the recitation on your phone during these rakahs, as they are not fard. If you have hold the Quran, ensure you have somewhere to place it when you bow down, like a chair, so that it is not put on the ground. The reason why livestreaming is permissible In the summary of his research on following the Imam behind the screen (Sarh al-‘Oyoun) Shaykh Nizam Yaqouby made the following points: There are four ways for musallis (worshippers) to follow the imam (Iqtidaa’): 1. See the actions of the imam directly, but if it is not...

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Dialogue with the Quran

Sign up now for two online sessions with Shaykh Haytham Tamim Sat 16th March & Sat 23rd March  11am -12.30pm On Zoom with Q&A Just £49 Add to cart Live and recorded This Ramadan don't just recite the Quran... Discover how to make your recitation an interactive conversation with Allah. Each Ramadan we try to recite the Quran as much as possible. We attend tarawih and read the translation to understand the meanings. But... Did you know when you recite you are conversing with your Lord? And that the Quran will answer your questions if you know how to interpret them? This Ramadan join Shaykh Haytham Tamim for a transformative course in which you will discover the tools to hold a dialogue with Quran, and find out how to get the answers you are searching for. This Ramadan don’t just recite the Quran - hear the Quran reply back to you! Your Quran Reading will never be the same again.   Don't miss this chance to enrich your spiritual journey during the month of the Quran. Learn how to turn your Quranic recitation into a meaningful dialogue with Allah. Teacher: Shaykh Haytham Tamim Shaykh Haytham is an expert and a holder of some of the highest Ijazas in Quran, Hadith (the Prophetic traditions) and Fiqh (Islamic rulings). His knowledge spans the main Islamic jurisprudence schools of thought and different Islamic denominations through highly advanced classical and religious texts. With 29 links in his chain, Shaykh Haytham’s unbroken chain of scholarship goes back the Prophet (peace be on him). Mashallah he was blessed with the opportunity to study with some of the foremost scholars in their expertise, including the late Professor Wahba Al-Zuhayli, Shaykh Muhammad Sukkar, Professor Mustafa Azami, Mufti Taqi Usmani, Shaykh Nizam Yaqoubi He takes a keen interest in...

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Laylatul Qadr – Live and Online

Qiyam Laylatul Qadr 2024 With Shaykh Haytham Tamim 27th Ramadan - Fri 5th April Programme inshallah 9.30pm Pray Isha 9.45-10.45pm 8 Rakahs Tarawih (online link: Tarawih 27) 10.45pm -12am Break 12am-1am 6 Rakahs Tarawih (online link: midnight link) 1-2am  Break 2-3am  2 Rakahs Salat Al Tasabih & Witr (online link 2am) 3am-3.30  Make your personal du’as 3.30- 4am  Dhikr & du’a in English (online link 3.30am) 4am  Suhur 4.47am  Fajr Bring your own mushaf for the khatm and Suhur which you are welcome to share. At Islamia Girls’ School 129 Salusbury Road, NW6 6PE Online 📱 https://www.youtube.com/c/ShaykhHaythamTamim EID PRAYER Shaykh will lead Eid salah at 8.30am inshallah at Muslim World League 46 Goodge St W1T 4LU   Online Instructions: Please pray Isha before joining the salah. It is not permissible to follow the fard Isha prayer online. You may follow the rest of the tarawih online. Do not place the screen in front of you. Do not join the salah unless you are in the UK (same time zone). Ensure you recite Surah Fatihah and continue praying if you lose connection. You may hold the Quran or follow the recitation on your phone during these rakahs, as they are not fard. If you have hold the Quran, ensure you have somewhere to place it when you bow down, like a chair, so that it is not put on the ground.  

Activate your imaan – Quranic Tafseer

Utrujj Foundation Tafseer Classes Enrol now! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nfcf8MbLBU4   Join us for these warm and welcoming sessions as we embark on the journey of the Quran together. 'Umar bin Al-Khattab (may Allah be pleased with him) reported that the Prophet (peace be on him) said: "Verily, Allah elevates some people with this Qur'an and abases others."  Curriculum Currently going through Surat Maryam What do I get? 58 sessions of tafseer over the year. You can attend live online and ask questions. Or watch the recordings in your own time. You will receive the video of each session. You will receive comprehensive class notes for each session. You will receive the take away lessons from each class. Course Times Twice weekly in term time Monday 10.00am -11.30am followed by Q&A Wednesday 10.00am - 11.30am followed by Q&A Course Dates Summer Term 17th Apr - 3rd July 2024 Tafseer Class Calendar 2024-2025 4th Sep - 16th Oct 2024 13 lessons Half term - 2 weeks 4th Nov - 11th Dec 2024 12 lessons Winter break - 3 weeks 13th Jan - 12th Feb 2025 10 lessons Half term - 1 week 24th Feb & 26th Feb 2025 2 lessons Ramadan 1st March - 31st Easter break until 22nd April 2025 7 week break 23rd April - 21st May 2025 8 lessons (Bank holiday 5th May) Half term - 1 week 2nd June - 14th July 2025 12 lessons Total 60 lessons   Testimonial I love this class! have been attending Shaykh Haytham's class for many years and it is the highlight of my week. I find it enlightening and  it combines wisdom and balance and his sense of humour. It has given me clarity on how to deal with every day situations we face in a prophetic manner. A.S North London How do...

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Sunday Hadith Class (fortnightly)

At a glance Friendly class every fortnight on Sundays. 20 lessons per year. 12pm -1.00pm followed by Q&A Live on Zoom. What is being covered? Shaykh Haytham Tamim teaches a selection of Hadith from Ibn Hajar al Asqalani's Bulugh al Maram min Adillat al Ahkam each week. Exploring the context, the meaning and the rulings derived from it, giving a deep understanding of each saying. This builds up a very nuanced and rich understanding of how hadith fit together. How do I subscribe? To subscribe for fortnightly sessions please click on the link below: Hadith only monthly £20 per month. You may prefer to subscribe to our tafseer class as well as hadith: Tafseer plus hadith monthly £70 per month   Tafseer plus hadith annual £840 per annum   For more details on our tafseer class What will you study? Shaykh Haytham analyses the: literal meaning of a hadith, spiritual implications, relevance to our lives. Deducing its key themes and concepts, he derives essential lessons for all Muslims. He also gives the fascinating biographies of the narrators and the context of the hadith and how they link to our reality. He highlights the relevant rulings and etiquettes, as well as the difference between cultural and the Islamic practices. Who was Ibn Hajar al Asqalani? Ibn Hajar was a medieval Islamic scholar  (d.852AH= 1449AD) whose contribution to the science of hadith is colossal. He wrote about 150 works on hadith, history, biography, tafseer, poetry, and Shafi'ite jurisprudence. What is Bulugh al Maram? This collection of over 1000 hadith contain the hadith from which legal rulings have been formed in the Shaf'i school, and more widely it is regarded as a seminal collection of hadith regardless of school of thought. Currently we are studying the chapter, Kitab al Jami in which the hadith focus...

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Utrujj Talks: Minimalism in May

The Muslim Minamalist - Finding peace in simplicity Are you overwhelmed by clutter in your home? Or perhaps lacking clear thinking space due to excess possessions? Then it’s time to consider the impact of material attachments on our spiritual journey. Samia Ahmed discusses the concept of Minimalism in an Islamic context.   The talk will cover the following: Steps to simplify life in line with Islamic principles. Focus on what truly matters in life and death in Islam. Emphasise introspection, gratitude, and contentment. Minimalism enhances worship focus and inner peace. Comparison of Swedish Death with Muslim values. Avoid materialistic competition per Prophet's teachings. Journey to declutter space and mind with this talk.   This talk will help you on your journey to de-clutter your space and mind. Just £10 £8 Early bird until 12th May. Add to cart   Donate to Utrujj so others can benefit from the knowledge and gain reward. The link to the session will be sent by email. Please check your spam. There are limited places available as concessions to those who cannot afford it. Please contact us on info@utrujj.org Who is Samia Ahmed? Samia Ahmed is the founder of Blossoming Believers, dedicated to engaging children in learning about Islam while fostering positive memories and life skills. With 20 years of experience in education and the charity sector, including roles with Utrujj Foundation and Islamic Relief, Samia holds a Master's in Islamic Studies and draws inspiration from Shaykh Haytham Tamim. She lives in London with her family and is passionate about writing and producing materials for children that combine Islamic teachings with practical life skills. Blossoming Believers aims to simplify Islam for children and equip them to navigate modern challenges while nurturing their growth into healthy adults.