islamic_circles
06-05-05, 04:49 PM
Can Traditional Islam meet the challenges of today ? By Mufti Muhammad ibn Adam*
Assalámu `alaykum wa rahmatulláhi wa barakátuhu .
I pray that you are under the shade of Allah's mercy, in the circle of his
generosity and in the remembrance of his habib sallallahu alayhi wasallam insha'Allah,
We would like to invite you to the following:
Islamic Circles Presents:
CAN TRADITIONAL ISLAM MEET THE CHALLENGES OF TODAY?
by Mufti Muhammad ibn Adam al-Kawthari (Darul Iftaa, Leicester)*
Date: Sunday 8th May 2005
Time: 11.00 am - 1.00 pm
Venue: Froud Centre, 1 Toronto Avenue (on corner with Romford Road),
Manor Park, London, E12 5JF
In recent years there has been much mention of Traditional Islam
and the need to return to traditional methods of Islamic learning
and teaching. What exactly is Traditional Islam. Is it solely about
studying classical texts, gaining ijâzât and attending circles of
dhikr - or is there more to it? What are the reasons behind its
contemporary resurgence, particularly in the West, and to what
extent could this be a reaction to the emphasis placed on returning
to the practices and fiqh of the first three generations of Muslims,
especially in the 1990s?
According to the recent RAND Report entitled 'Civil Democratic Islam:
Partners, Resources, and Strategies', the "Traditionalists" are
regarded as being closer to the "Modernists" and seen in favourable
terms. Recommendations are given to bridge the gap between the two
and rally against the "common foe", i.e. the "Fundamentalists". At
the same time, the report goes on to say, "Do fundamentalism and
traditionalism offer Islamic society a healthy, prosperous future?
Are they successfully meeting the challenges of the day? Do they
compare well with other social orders? The UNDP Social Development
Report 2002 points clearly to the linkage between a stagnant social
order, oppression of women, poor educational quality, and
backwardness. This message should be energetically taken to
Muslim populations." (RAND Report, 2003, Appendix C, Page 78)
Mufti Adam will examine the real essence of Traditional Islam, the
different forms it has acquired, its impact on events that have
shaped our history, and the degree to which it has been successful
in meeting the real economic, social, psychological and political
challenges faced by Muslims throughout the world, and in the UK in
particular.
* Mufti Muhammad Adam is a young traditionally trained scholar who
started learning about Islam from a very young age. He memorised
the Holy Qur’an by the age of 9. He then continued his studies at
Dar al-Uloom in Bury under various scholars of Hadith and Tasawwuf
before travelling to Syria and Pakistan. He has received ijazahs in
a number of classical works including the six major collections of
Hadith. He presently teaches at Jami'ah Ulum al-Qur'an in Leicester
and regularly advises on Fiqh related matters at www.SunniPath.com (http://www.SunniPath.com)
and Q-News.
We look forward to your participation in what promises
to be a highly educative and enlightening experience.
ALL WELCOME
Refreshments available
All talks will be in English. Programme suitable for all family.
Also bazaar, - Islamic bookstalls, gift stalls, frame stalls, food stalls,
information stalls.
HOW TO GET THERE :
Buses: 25, 147, 86
Nearest Tube: East Ham (District Line)
Nearest Rail: Manor Park (From Liverpool St)
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DIRECTIONS:
Road: From the A406 (North Circular), turn off at Ilford and go
towards Central London along the A118 (Romford Road). The Froud
Centre is located on the 4th intersection on the right.
Rail: Come out of Manor Park station onto Station Road. Cross over,
turn right and walk to the main traffic lights. Turn left at this
junction onto Romford Road. Walk 300 metres up the road. The Froud
Centre is located on the 5th intersection on the left.
Tube: Come out of East Ham station, cross over to the opposite side
and catch the 147 bus. Ask the driver to drop you off on Romford Road
near the petrol station. When you exit the bus turn left and walk
100 metres up the road. The Froud Centre will be on your right.
For more details contact:
Tel: 07092 032 136 / 07092 032 763
E-mail: info@islamiccircles.org
Wassalaam 'alaikum wa rahmatullaah.
Admin - Islamic Circles
- Islamic Circles is a community-based initiative that has been running at
the Froud Centre since January 2001. We hold Islamic lectures and Arabic
classes on a weekly basis, and also organise with a wide range of regular
events and activities, including short courses, seminars, workshops on
issues relevant to the Muslim community, social gatherings like Eid parties,
matrimonial services and events and much more.
Assalámu `alaykum wa rahmatulláhi wa barakátuhu .
I pray that you are under the shade of Allah's mercy, in the circle of his
generosity and in the remembrance of his habib sallallahu alayhi wasallam insha'Allah,
We would like to invite you to the following:
Islamic Circles Presents:
CAN TRADITIONAL ISLAM MEET THE CHALLENGES OF TODAY?
by Mufti Muhammad ibn Adam al-Kawthari (Darul Iftaa, Leicester)*
Date: Sunday 8th May 2005
Time: 11.00 am - 1.00 pm
Venue: Froud Centre, 1 Toronto Avenue (on corner with Romford Road),
Manor Park, London, E12 5JF
In recent years there has been much mention of Traditional Islam
and the need to return to traditional methods of Islamic learning
and teaching. What exactly is Traditional Islam. Is it solely about
studying classical texts, gaining ijâzât and attending circles of
dhikr - or is there more to it? What are the reasons behind its
contemporary resurgence, particularly in the West, and to what
extent could this be a reaction to the emphasis placed on returning
to the practices and fiqh of the first three generations of Muslims,
especially in the 1990s?
According to the recent RAND Report entitled 'Civil Democratic Islam:
Partners, Resources, and Strategies', the "Traditionalists" are
regarded as being closer to the "Modernists" and seen in favourable
terms. Recommendations are given to bridge the gap between the two
and rally against the "common foe", i.e. the "Fundamentalists". At
the same time, the report goes on to say, "Do fundamentalism and
traditionalism offer Islamic society a healthy, prosperous future?
Are they successfully meeting the challenges of the day? Do they
compare well with other social orders? The UNDP Social Development
Report 2002 points clearly to the linkage between a stagnant social
order, oppression of women, poor educational quality, and
backwardness. This message should be energetically taken to
Muslim populations." (RAND Report, 2003, Appendix C, Page 78)
Mufti Adam will examine the real essence of Traditional Islam, the
different forms it has acquired, its impact on events that have
shaped our history, and the degree to which it has been successful
in meeting the real economic, social, psychological and political
challenges faced by Muslims throughout the world, and in the UK in
particular.
* Mufti Muhammad Adam is a young traditionally trained scholar who
started learning about Islam from a very young age. He memorised
the Holy Qur’an by the age of 9. He then continued his studies at
Dar al-Uloom in Bury under various scholars of Hadith and Tasawwuf
before travelling to Syria and Pakistan. He has received ijazahs in
a number of classical works including the six major collections of
Hadith. He presently teaches at Jami'ah Ulum al-Qur'an in Leicester
and regularly advises on Fiqh related matters at www.SunniPath.com (http://www.SunniPath.com)
and Q-News.
We look forward to your participation in what promises
to be a highly educative and enlightening experience.
ALL WELCOME
Refreshments available
All talks will be in English. Programme suitable for all family.
Also bazaar, - Islamic bookstalls, gift stalls, frame stalls, food stalls,
information stalls.
HOW TO GET THERE :
Buses: 25, 147, 86
Nearest Tube: East Ham (District Line)
Nearest Rail: Manor Park (From Liverpool St)
www.streetmap.co.uk/streetmap.dll?grid2map?x=542750&y=185750&zoom=1&isp=187&ism=500&arrow=y?55,39 (http://www.streetmap.co.uk/streetmap.dll?grid2map?x=542750&y=185750&zoom=1&isp=187&ism=500&arrow=y?55,39)
DIRECTIONS:
Road: From the A406 (North Circular), turn off at Ilford and go
towards Central London along the A118 (Romford Road). The Froud
Centre is located on the 4th intersection on the right.
Rail: Come out of Manor Park station onto Station Road. Cross over,
turn right and walk to the main traffic lights. Turn left at this
junction onto Romford Road. Walk 300 metres up the road. The Froud
Centre is located on the 5th intersection on the left.
Tube: Come out of East Ham station, cross over to the opposite side
and catch the 147 bus. Ask the driver to drop you off on Romford Road
near the petrol station. When you exit the bus turn left and walk
100 metres up the road. The Froud Centre will be on your right.
For more details contact:
Tel: 07092 032 136 / 07092 032 763
E-mail: info@islamiccircles.org
Wassalaam 'alaikum wa rahmatullaah.
Admin - Islamic Circles
- Islamic Circles is a community-based initiative that has been running at
the Froud Centre since January 2001. We hold Islamic lectures and Arabic
classes on a weekly basis, and also organise with a wide range of regular
events and activities, including short courses, seminars, workshops on
issues relevant to the Muslim community, social gatherings like Eid parties,
matrimonial services and events and much more.