A Book We have sent down to you, Blessed, that they may ponder over its ayat (Verses, signs) and that men endowed with intellects would remind themselves. (Qur'an, 38:29)
Previous Seminars
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Understanding the Importance of Hadith
Instructor(s): Dr. Iqbal Al-Nadvi Course Format: Evening Seminar |
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God, Life and the Cosmos: Understanding the Islam and Science Nexus
Instructor(s): Dr. Muzaffar Iqbal Course Format: Weekend Seminar The question of science is a charged and problematic nexus in contemporary discourse on Islam. Buttressed by the “lack” of science in the contemporary Muslim world and absent a scientific revolution of the kind that emerged in early modern Europe, Islam is sometimes even framed as a religion that opposes scientific inquiry and rationality. This one-day course explores some of the fundamental premises and facets of Islam and science discourse by recalling its proper historical context. The participants of this one-day course will gain a better understanding of the primary questions addressed by the Islam and science nexus:
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The Importance of Iqbal in the 21st Century
Instructors: Dr. Iqbal Al-Nadvi, Dr. Taqi Abidi, Rashid Siddiqui Course Format: Evening Seminar Al-Nadwa Institute is holding a seminar on Allama Muhammad Iqbal, a renowned Pakistani Poet and Philosopher on Sunday, Nov. 13th at 1:45pm. Dr. Taqi Abidi, a well-known scholar of Iqbal, will give a talk on the Importance of Iqbal's poetry in 21st century. Br. Rashid Siddiqui will present his thought on Iqbal in the eyes of modern poets and Dr. Iqbal Al-Nadvi will present on Islamic thought in Iqbal's poetry. The seminar will be in Urdu. |
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Takaful Based Insurance
Instructors: Dr. Iqbal Al-Nadvi and Dr. Rizwan Tahir Course Format: Evening Seminar The Discussion Will Focus On:
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The Fiqh of Fasting
Instructor: Dr. Iqbal Al-Nadvi Course Format: Evening seminar What is the aim of this seminar? 1. To discover the details of the Ramadan fast 2. To clarify any common questions with regards to fasting 3. To make sure you feel fully equipped to make the most of your Ramadan. What will you learn? • The Fiqh behind the Fast and common Ramadan questions • The details, alternatives and types of Fasts • The differences between Fardh, Nawafil and their importance in this month. • What is Itikaf? and details on other acts of worship .. |
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Islamophobia: Challenges and Solutions
Instructor: Dr. Katherine Bullock Course Format: Evening seminar The Muslim community in Canada has been facing a strong wave of Islamophobia in the wake of the Paris terror attacks and federal election. Islamophobia is a form of extremism which poses a serious threat to a harmonious pluralistic society and democratic values. In this seminar we will attempt to address the growing tide of Islamophobia in Canada, and explore both challenges and solutions to this threat. |
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Will in Islam: What Will You Leave Behind?
Instructors: Ibrahim Danial and Dr. Iqbal Al-Nadvi Course Format: Evening seminar "Prescribed for you when death approaches [any] one of you if he leaves wealth [is that he should make] a bequest for the parents and near relatives according to what is acceptable - a duty upon the righteous." (2:180) This seminar provides a comprehensive look at the process of writing your legal will according to the guidelines as put forth by the Qur'an and Hadith. The seminar will cover the fiqh as well as legal intricacies of associated with writing a will that is balanced and efficient in light of the student's personal circumstances. |
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God, Islam and the Skeptic Mind: A Study on Faith, Science, Religious Diversity, Ethics, and the Problem of Evil
Instructor(s): Dr. Saiyad Salahuddin Ahmad Course Format: Weekend seminar How do we know God exists? Is faith compatible with science? Why is there evil and suffering? Are my actions free or determined? How should we view religious diversity? Does ethical behavior require God? This course offers erudite, compelling and fresh answers to these questions and more in an accessible language that respond to the challenges presented by the age of skepticism and science. In doing so, the instructor provides a balanced approach representing not only theistic and atheistic perspectives, but also a much needed Islamic point of view that has largely been ignored or misunderstood. |
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Confronting Doubts
Instructor(s): Dr. Saiyad Salahuddin Ahmad Course Format: Evening seminar In this lecture, Dr. Salahuddin will explore how to establish solid faith in a manner ready for contemporary challenges. In addition, Dr. Salahuddin will reflect on the importance of addressing doubts, the Islamic perspective on doubts, and conduct a case study on Darwinian evolution. Lastly, he will be giving a course preview to our seminar at the University of Toronto titled "God, Islam, and the Skeptic Mind: A Study on Faith, Science, Religious Diversity, Ethics, and Evil. |
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A Short Course on Riba-Free Financing
Instructor(s): Dr. Rizwan Tahir and Dr. Zafar Kayani Course Format: Weekend seminar Al-Nadwa Institute is delighted to offer a short course on RIBA FREE FINANCING once again. Last year this event was well appreciated by the attendees and there were requests by several participants to do a refresh of the subject with enhanced and updated contents. The short course effectively addresses the needs of people who care for halal investment and those in the business of investments and mortgages alike. |
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Muslims in the Americas - Past and Present
Instructor(s): Dr. Abdullah Hakim Quick Course Format: Evening seminar October is proclaimed as Islamic History Month in Canada. In tracing the rich history and contribution of Muslims in the North and South American continents, Al-Nadwa Institute in partnership with the Muslim Students Association of University of Toronto - Mississauga (UTM MSA) is organizing the following seminar on Oct. 26th. Topic: Muslims in the Americas - Past and Present |
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The Fiqh of Marriage and Family Life
Instructor(s): Dr. Rida Beshir and Dr. Iqbal Al-Nadvi Course Format: Weekend seminar This course provides an understanding of Islamic teachings and guidance for marriage and family life; rulings related to engagement, marriage and separation; duties of husband and wife and the etiquettes of family life to make the marriage successful; and the steps to follow when facing difficulties and problems. The course is for those who are seeking to have blissful experience of marriage and family life. |
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How to Attain Paradise in Our Homes
Instructor(s): Dr. Rida Beshir Course Format: Evening seminar This session will look at the two most important relationships in our spousal, parental,and family life will show how we can attain paradise in our homes by building these two relationships with the teachings of Islam. The session will provide ample practical examples to help couples achieve harmony in their spousal relationships. The session will also focus on the spiritual upbringing of children and how parents can give them a strong foundation for success in this life and the hereafter. This session will show parents how to instill taqwa in the hearts of our children as well as provide basic tips on how to deal with serious challenges. |
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Ramadan Youth Ilm Intensive
Instructor(s): Shaykh Zahid Abu Ghuddah and Dr. Iqbal Al-Nadvi Course Format: Evening seminar In a compelling Hadith, Prophet Muhammad relays: “Seeking knowledge is obligatory upon every Muslim (male and female),” (Ibn Majah). Hence, Al-Nadwa Institute cordially invites you to join us for our First Annual Ramadan Youth Ilm Intensive in the company of some of the leading scholars on the continent. The objective of this intensive is to provide youth an avenue to sit and interact with scholars in an environment which caters towards advancement in our Islamic learning. We will cover two important topics: The Relationship between Quran and Hadith and a Detailed Introduction to Fiqh and Shariah. |
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Halal Money Talks? Understanding Riba-Free Financing
Instructor(s): Dr. Iqbal Al-Nadvi, Dr. Rizwan Tahir and Junaid Mirza Course Format: Evening seminar Buying big ticket items, including home, on credit is the norm of almost every household. Al-Nadwa’s Understanding Riba-Free Financing seminar on Home and Auto financing will look at the basis of financial transactions in Islam with the focus on Islamic options for auto and home financing. The intended audience need not have a conventional or Islamic financial background. Al-Nadwa’s Understanding Riba-Free Financing seminar series provides understanding of Islamic shariah’s objectives and guidance in the realm of financing for Muslim household. |