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Saturday Maktab

The maktab system, throughout the annals of history, has proven to be one of the most vital means of preserving our Deen. Wherever a maktab was established, Deen-e-Islam remained in that area. The basic knowledge of Islam is learnt at this primary Madrasah. Today, whatever Deen we have is mainly because of what we learnt in the maktab. Therefore, we should strive to ensure that this system continues to flourish till the day of Qiyaamah. Every locality should establish a maktab and show the greatest importance, to it for verily this is the foundation of Islam. All other works of Deen will rest on this foundation. It has been noticed, in those areas where no maktab system exists, very quickly Muslims lose their identity and even leave the fold of Islam, Allah forbid. The curriculum that has been developed by the Taalimi Board of the Jamiatulour Ulama to prepare young Muslims for present and future challenges. This philosophy of Islamic Education is premised on the following verse of the Noble Qur’ân: “Surely Allâh enjoins the doing of justice and the doing of good (to others) and the giving to the kindred, and He forbids indecency and evil and rebellion; He admonishes you that you may be mindful”. (Surah An-Nahl, Verse 90) The broad aims upon which this curriculum rests is to engender: • The recognition of Allâh Ta‘âlâ in the manner shown by Nabî sallallâhu ‘alayhi wasallam • To practice upon whatever is learnt • To engage in the propagation of Islâm How do we achieve this? By giving the spirit (the heart) its supreme positions in the educational system. Islamic education insists that piety and faith must be clearly recognized in the curriculum and this has to be systematically personal. This curriculum has been developed on the understanding that Islâm is a religion that enjoins goodness to humanity and that Muslims are active contributors to the development and upliftment of human civilization. The Saturday Maktab Syllabus is a condensed and summarized version of the weekday afternoon maktab. Although we prefer and encourage parents to enrol their children in the weekday maktab, we understand it is not possible for everyone to make that commitment. Enrolment forms for the Saturday Maktab can be found here: https://form.jotform.com/200433047160845

The Importance of the MAKTAB (after school Islamic Education)

The first word revealed of the Quran is “Iqra” READ! Seek knowledge! Educate yourselves! Be educated. “Read and your Lord is Honourable, who taught(to write) with the pen taught man what he knew not, Those of His servants only who are possesses of knowledge fear Allah; Surely Allah is mighty, oft forgiving”. Children are invaluable assets of the future generations. Islam has given particular attention for their education and training as well as for their respect, love, and affection. Islam provides detailed instructions for preservation of children’s rights and emphasis for their guidance so that they could endeavour for perfection as human beings with an aim of worshipping Allah and serving humanity. “I have not created Man and Jinn but for my worship”. (Quran) A major portion of the life of Nabi salalahu alayhi wasalam was spent in the establishing of Makaatib. Amongst the Makaatib established was in the house of Faatima binte Khattaab Radialahu anha. This Maktab was eventually the means for Sayyidina Umar Radialahu Anhu accepting Islam. The best inheritance that we provide to our children in this life is Islamic Education. We always worry about the standard of education in schools, but why not about Islamic Education. Islamic education is essential to protect children from evils and to bring them up as Allah fearing citizens. By virtue of the role of the Maktab (primary Islamic education), generations will become the torchbearers of Islamic values and play an effective role in the present world. The current challenges call for solidifying the structure of our Maktab system on such a foundation as to fulfill our spiritual as well as temporary obligations. Today we need an educational system, that can produce, what a famous scholar once referred to as, “Muslim philosopher, Muslim scientist, Muslim economist, Muslim jurist, Muslim statesman, in brief, Muslim experts in all fields of knowledge who would reconstruct the social order in accordance with the tenets of Islam. It is proven over the centuries that this method of sending our children to the Makaatib is the most vital tool in preserving the Deen of Allah. In many countries where there is or was no Maktab system there is very little sign of Deen at all in these countries viz: South America, North America and Asia, etc. This system will help us to become Muslims in the true sense of the word. To understand this, first let us define what a Muslim is. A Muslim is not a Muslim simply because he is born one. A Muslim is a Muslim because he is a follower of Islam, a submitter to the will of Allah. We are Muslim if we consciously and deliberately accept what has been taught by Nabi Muhammad (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) and act accordingly. Otherwise, we are not true Muslims. From this, we glean that the most crucial obligation on us is to ensure that our children acquire knowledge. It is said, “No man becomes truly a Muslim without knowing the meaning of Islam, because he becomes a Muslim not through birth but through knowledge”. It is essential to understand that the greatest gift of Allah, for which we are so over whelmed with gratitude, depends primarily on knowledge. Without knowledge, one cannot truly appreciate Allah’s gift of Islam. If our knowledge is scant, then we will constantly run the risk of losing the magnificent gift, which we have received unless we remain vigilant in our fight against ignorance. Thus, this knowledge will determine whether we, as well as our children are true Muslims and will remain true Muslims. It is therefore not a trivial issue to be neglected. Does such negligence not entail the danger of losing an even more precious gift viz; our Iman? Is not Iman more precious than life itself? One of the purposes of acquiring knowledge is to gain the good of this world, not to destroy it through wastage, arrogance and in the reckless pursuit of higher standards of material comfort. Another purpose of knowledge is to spread freedom and dignity, truth and justice. It is not to gain power and dominance for its own sake. Shaikhul Hind (May Allah have mercy on him) had mentioned that the solution to the global problems of the Ummat is in the establishing of Makaatib throughout the globe. Furthermore, he mentioned that when little children will recite the Qur’aan this will draw the Rahmat of Allah. The children, our children are the future. The future lies in our hands, but only through knowledge because whoever neglects learning in his youth loses the past and is dead for the future. About the wonderful freedoms of living in South Africa: Some Muslims seem to take the influence of an Islamic atmosphere for granted, Adhan being called at each prayer time, modestly dressed people, Halaal food the norm, everyone greeting with salaams, availability of Aalims and a close knit, vibrant, Islamic community, as being an influence in their upbringing. The importance of this environment on a young Muslim’s mind cannot be replaced by the material advantages of living in an environment devoid of these influences. Amid the challenges that the young mind is faced with, whether in the environment or on the television, secular society teaches children by exposure that the norm of society is high crime, alcohol, fornication, high divorce rate, teenage pregnancies, deviant sexual practices, immodest clothing, and putting individual desires over societal needs, lack of morals and charity, etc. The peer pressure of participating in secular culture raises its ugly head during the teen years. A typical problem is Teenage daughters refusing to wear Hijab unless praying or attending Islamic functions. It is not enough for us to say that the secular system is bad without an understanding and development of what may be an alternative. Providing children with an atmosphere as close to the Islamic ideal as possible, strengthens them to meet and deal effectively with the challenges of living in a multi-cultural, multi ethnic society, and …to instil in them a pride in their heritage by enabling them to approach knowledge from an Islamic point of view. Nabi (Sallallahu Alayhi wa Sallam) said that the believers are a mirror to each other. It is imperative that we look in the mirror of history and see that the successes achieved were through seeking Allah. To do this, we must ask ourselves some serious questions. What are we living for in this life? What do we want to teach our children to live for? Is it to work for major companies, follow careers, or to work for the pleasure of Allah Subhanahu Wa Ta’ala? Allah Ta’ala throughout the Qur’an, as in Surah 31:33, gives many warnings about this life; “Indeed, the promise of Allah is truth, so let not the worldly life delude you and be not deceived about Allah by the Deceivers”. Our children – Our Future The same goes for our children. If we are not going to equip them with sound Islamic knowledge they will be sucked up into this world and forget who their creator is. Remember that Rasulullah (salalahu alyhi wasalam) said that after a person passes away nothing will avail him accept three things. 1) Sadaqah-e-Jaariyyah. 2) Beneficial knowledge. 3) Pious children, who will make dua for him after his death. After we die and leave this world there will be no one to stand at our graves and make dua for us. There will be no one to recite the Qur’aan and send Esaale Sawaab for us. But if we give our children, the correct and proper Islamic knowledge by sending them to the afternoon Maktab, Insha Allah these very children will be the ones who will assist us even whilst we are in our graves. Find an informative lecture on the importance of Maktab on the following link: http://mixlr.com/daar-ibn-umar/showreel/the-importance-of-sending-your-child-to-the-maktab

ICEP Pillars of Imaan Pt1

•ICEP Pillars of Imaan In the very well known Hadith of Umar bin Khattab (R.A) he narrates that they were sitting with the Prophet ﷺ one day when Jibreel (A.S) appeared and asked the Prophet ﷺ about 4 things. Imaan (faith), Islam, Ihsaan, [the time of] The Hour. When Jibreel (A.S) inquired ‘Tell me about Imaan (faith).’ The Messenger of Allah ﷺ responded: ‘It is to believe in [1] Allah, [2] His angles, [3] His books, [4] His messengers, [5] the Last Day and [6] to believe in the divine decree, [both] the good and the evil thereof.’ ICEP has invited a variety of Islamic Scholars for a 2 part special event. Join us over the coming two Sundays as we briefly cover the 6 Pillars of Imaan. Part One This Sunday ☆ Allah ▪︎Sheikh Yasir Ismail ☆ His Angels ▪︎Sheikh Eshfaq Akbar ☆ His Books ▪︎Sheikh Umar Aldred 🗓 Date: Aug 22, 2021 🕕 6pm Meeting Opens 05:45 Live on Zoom & Mixlr

Al-Hizb ul-A'zam

Al-Hizb al-A’zam (The Supreme Daily Dhikr), is a book by the great scholar Mulla ‘Ali al-Qari, in which he gathered hundreds of comprehensive supplications from the Qur'an and Ahaadith, and divided them into seven parts, one to be read each day of the week. Daar Ibn Umar will have daily reading over Mixlr and Zoom after Asr Prayers. In Shaa Allah

Lockdown Trivia

As the lockdown continues, Daar Ibn Umar will be starting weekly quiz competitions for madrasah students using Kahoot!. Prizes will be given out to winning students. Finalists will have the chance to represent Daar Ibn Umar in Regional Competition against other Maktabs towards the end of the year with bigger prizes. Contact the Madrasah for more details.

Afternoon Maktab During Lockdown

As Salaam Alaikum, Respected Parents, Caregivers & Friends, Third Term at Daar Ibn Umar & MCSC Maktab officially resumes from today. But unfortunately, due to the continued health crisis all madrasah programs will be taking place via online platforms such as ZOOM and MIXLR. All the children's maktab programs will continue over ZOOM until further notice. Please contact Daar Ibn Umar either on the office phone: 02 4610 2355 or on our mobile number: 0431 188 780 to get the proper online classroom link for your child. Also keep an eye for any updates and general programs posted on our homepage at www.diu.org.au You can also listen live to the regular Taleem after Fajr at 6:30am and after Magrib at 5:40pm live on MIXLR just click on the MIXLR button on the homepage to connect or go to https://mixlr.com/mcsc-maktab/ JazakumAllahu Khairan

Classes During Lockdown

Due to the ongoing Covid-19 Lockdown, all classes and programs at Daar Ibn Umar will temporarily move to online to ZOOM. Some class timings have changed to make it easier for teachers to cover all of the students and their lessons. Students need to have their books and a suitable place where they can do their lessons undisturbed. We can't observe the children constantly, or what they are doing on their computer, tablet, phone etc. So parents also have some responsibility to make sure the children are using their time correctly and completing the assigned tasks. Also, be aware that we may request the children to turn on the camera if needed, so they should be in a place where there is no issues with hijab. Please don't hesitate to call or message us if you have any questions.

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