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I am sharing this to show that memorizing the Quran is a means of great blessings and goodness for everyone, male or female, mother or not. Not everyone needs to use this blessing in the same way. There are different ways huffaz can benefit their community. For me, to read the Qur'an to my daughters is much more fulfilling and beneficial in the long run than leading thousands of people in prayer or being on stage and reading for an audience. It is heartening to see more and more girls memorizing the entire Qur'an. We have come a long way from the time that families would train their sons to be huffaz while leaving their daughters struggling with basic Qur'an reading, let alone memorization. For any parents who might be wondering whether they should encourage their daughters to memorize the Qur’an, I guarantee you that this is the most valuable gift you can give any child. For any girl who might have been having doubts about whether doing hifz is really worth it, I assure you it absolutely is. And the older you grow and the more entangled you get in life's challenges, whatever you may be facing, hifz is the anchor that will keep bringing you back to the Qur'an and ensure that the Qur'an remain your lifelong companion. Application for Ladies/Girls Hifz Here: https://form.jotform.com/202876901066862 For the full article on The Blessing of Hifz by Umm Sarah: https://www.albalagh.net/women/0100.shtml

“Verily we have revealed the Remembrance (Qur’an) and indeed we are its protectors.” (Al-Qur’an) All praise is due to Allah Ta’ala alone for the priceless bounty of the Qur’an-al-Kareem. May our lives be sacrificed for the Glorious Qur’an. Hence those who have been especially chosen by Allah Ta’ala as a means to protect and safeguard His pure Book are extremely fortunate indeed. These special people are the Huffaz (plural of Hafiz). They are a manifestation of Allah Ta’ala’s Majesty and Power, that Allah Ta’ala showered His mercy upon them and enabled them to commit the Glorious Qur’an to memory. Memorising a book as voluminous as the Qur’an-al-Kareem is indeed a miracle — a miracle of the Qur’an which Allah Ta’ala has made manifest through His special servants. In the present times we are extremely fortunate that we have many Huffaz in our communities, unlike the situation a few decades ago when Huffaz had to be brought from far away places to perform the Taraweeh Salaah. PRICELESS TREASURE All praise be to Allah Ta’ala! Salutations be upon our most beloved Rasulullah (Sallallahu Alayhi Wasallam). Indeed, how greatly Allah Ta’ala has blessed you. What a priceless treasure you have been granted. The entire world, together with all its wealth and riches, cannot match even one verse of the Qur’an you have in your heart, let alone the entire Qur’an. You have become a special person of Allah Ta’ala (a VIP in the true sense of the word) and a member of His “family.” Rasulullah (Sallallahu Alaihi Wasallam) is reported to have said: “Verily Allah Ta’ala has family members among the people.” “Who are is Family?” asked the Sahaaba (Radhiallahu Anhum). Rasulullah (Sallallahu Alaihi Wasallam) said: “The people of the Qur’an. They are the family of Allah and His special people!” (Targheeb). Thus the Hafiz, have become a special person in the sight of Allah Ta’ala. BEST Furthermore, you are also among the BEST of people. This title comes to you from none other than our most beloved Rasulullah (Sallallahu Alaihi Wasallam), as he declared in the following hadith: “The best among you is he who learns the Qur’an and teaches it” (Tirmizi). INSIGNIFICANT WEALTH Wallah! … Wallah! The wealth in your bosom is more valuable than the sun, moon, the oceans and the entire universe. Those who own gold and diamond mines or oil wells have NOTHING, indeed nothing, compared to what you have in your heart. When all the gold and diamond mines and all the oil wells of the world cannot compare to what you have, it is obvious that the one little flashy car, or the tiny little “mansion”, or the few million dollars are totally insignificant when compared to the wealth of the Qur’an-al-Kareem that is in your heart. What a wealth! Subhanallah! What a gift! Allahu Akbar! All praise be to Allah Ta’ala in the Heavens and on the earth. PARENT’S HONOUR Yes, the Hafiz undoubtedly has the greatest treasure in his heart. The reality of this treasure will truly become apparent in the Hereafter when, on the day of judgement, the PARENTS of the Hafiz will be made to wear such crowns that will outshine the sun while the Hafiz himself will be permitted to intercede on behalf of ten sinful Believers who were destined for Jahannum. Both these astounding virtues are mentioned in the following Ahadith: “He who learns the Qur’an and practices upon it, his parents will be made to wear a crown on the day of Qiyamah, the brilliance of which will excel that of the sun if the same were within your worldly houses. Hence, what do you think about the person who himself acts upon it?” (Abu Dawood). Whoever reads the Qur’an and memorises it, while he regards what it makes lawful as lawful and its unlawful as forbidden (i.e. he practices according to it), Allah Ta’ala will admit him into Jannah and will accept his intercession on behalf of ten such persons of his family who were doomed to the fire of Jahannum (Tirmizi). While the great virtues are evident from these Ahadith, nevertheless both virtues are subject to a precondition which is absolutely clear – the condition of practicing according to the Qur’an-al-Kareem. Thus, these rewards are not for merely memorising the Qur’an. Rather, they are promised to the one who memorises the Qur’an and also acts according to the injunctions therein. SELECTED Remember, the memorising of the Qur’an is only possible with the help and assistance of Allah Ta’ala. Allah Ta’ala selects who He wishes for the protection of His Pure Word (the Qur’an-al-Kareem). Many cherished the desire to become a Hafiz, but they passed on to their graves with that desire not fulfilled. Allah Ta’ala has specially selected YOU to receive this special favour and this great status. Hence it must be appreciated and its rights must be fulfilled. KNOWLEDGE OF PROPHETHOOD Considering the superior status of a Hafiz, Rasulullah (Sallallahu Alaihi Wasallam) has given special instructions to him to adopt a superior conduct. Hazrath Abdullah bin Amr (Radhillahu Anhu) reports that Rasulullah (Sallallahu Alaihi Wasallam) said: Whoever reads the Qur’an secures the knowledge of Prophethood between his ribs (in his bosom), though divine revelation is not sent upon him. It does not befit the one endowed with the Qur’an that he be indignant (upset) with those that are in anger, nor should he indulge in any act of ignorance with those who are ignorant, while the Qur’an is there in his bosom” (Haakim). TRUE HAFIZ Therefore when the Hafiz has gathered the knowledge of Prophethood in his heart, his conduct should be the conduct of the Ambiya (Alaihimus Salaam). The true Hafiz will therefore shun all evil habits, he will never attend places of evil and sin and the company he keeps will be of those who are pious. His character with his parents, Ustaads, family members, the elders, the young and with every person will be such that the life of a true Muslim and of a bearer of the Qur’an will shine forth. He will be clothed with piety and will be adorned with humility. His conduct will automatically reflect that he is a different person, not just another fellow who cannot be distinguished from others on the street. The Hafiz will thus respect himself – not just his physical self – but the Qur’an-al-Kareem that is in his heart. As a result he will be bestowed with great honour in this world as well as in the Hereafter. Apply Now for this great honour: https://form.jotform.com/200326360415039 Original Article: https://jamiat.org.za/most-honoured-hafizul-quran/

Daar Ibn Umar is now taking expressions of interest for our new Full-Time ʿĀalim Course for males. The course will begin early in 2022 once we have received enough successful applications. The ʿĀalim course is a comprehensive study of the Islamic Sciences, which upon successful completion students will achieve a certain level of expertise in: Arabic Language, Literature, Qur’anic Sciences, Tafseer al-Qur’an, Islamic Creed (Aqeedah), Hadith, Islamic Jurisprudence (Fiqh), Seerah and Islamic History. The course is offered in a traditional manner with students spending approximately six hours per day receiving direct instruction from certified scholars and instructors. 7 years ʿĀlim course breakdown • The first 2 years of the ʿĀlim course can be considered a stand-alone course and will create an ability to carry out most duties of an Imām and Jumu’ah Khatīb, manage a Musallah/Masjid and teach children at a maktab. Also, an intermediate level of Arabic competency is created. • The next three years are an intermediate level of intense study of all the Islamic Sciences. Upon completion students will be competent and confident in all Islamic Sciences, giving them the ability to gain admission and pursue a specialist degree in any field of the Islamic Sciences, if they so desire. • The last two years are an intense study of the books of hadith (Bukhari, Muslim, Abu Dawood, Tirmidhi, Ibn Majah). Once successfully completed students will now qualify as Ulamaa and receive Ijaazah and Sanad in the six books back to the Prophet ﷺ. Students will now also be capable of Advanced Specialisation (Takhasus) in any field of Islamic Studies. Applications Here: https://form.jotform.com/220050807336851

With the onset of the summer season, and the annual school holidays on our doorstep, children across the country are overjoyed and are eagerly awaiting the hours of fun they will enjoy in the sun. In this regard, it is of vital importance for every parent to adhere to certain guidelines that will ensure the Deeni and physical safety of their children during this period. It takes just a few moments of carelessness to cause a lifetime of regret and remorse, so we should all be vigilant and should not take our children’s wellbeing for granted. With this in mind, we will be continuing some of our regular programs during the holidays. In Shaa Allah, we will do our best to broadcast all programs over our Mixlr channel. http://mixlr.com/daar-ibn-umar

Apologies to all we took so long. I had a few assignments and things to complete, so I was unavailable to come and clean earlier. Many of our regular volunteers are also sick and we're unavailable. Please make Dua for our teachers, students and regulations who are sick also, may Allah grant them a quick and complete recovery. We thankyou all for your continued support and understanding. DIU Administration From NSW Health Regarding Reopening · All individuals who are tested positive must not return to the venue until the completion of their quarantine period. They can return to the venue only after presenting the proof of negative test result and or clearance certificate · All individuals who are classified as close contact must not return to the venue until the completion of their quarantine period. can return to the venue only after presenting the proof of negative test result · All individuals who are classified as casual contact can return to the venue only after presenting the proof of negative test result · Please keep informing the patrons/staff to get tested if they are unwell.

With the onset of the summer season, and the annual school holidays on our doorstep, children across the country are overjoyed and are eagerly awaiting the hours of fun they will enjoy in the sun. In this regard, it is of vital importance for every parent to adhere to certain guidelines that will ensure the Deeni and physical safety of their children during this period. It takes just a few moments of carelessness to cause a lifetime of regret and remorse, so we should all be vigilant and should not take our children’s wellbeing for granted. With this in mind, a few basic guidelines have been outlined below: Deeni Safety Guidelines: 1. Ensure that your children perform all their salaah on time. If they are big boys, then ensure that they perform their salaah in the masjid with jamaat. 2. Though the children are on holiday, make them set aside some time daily for recitation of the Quraan Majeed, zikr, etc. 3. If they have access to any devices, ensure that there is complete supervision. Do not allow them to engage in haraam (communicating with the opposite gender, listening to music, watching haraam movies or clips on YouTube, TikTok, etc.). 4. Monitor and scrutinize their circle of friends, and ensure that they keep good company with good children that will be a positive influence in their lives. 5. In order to strengthen their imaan in the midst of the fitnahs that erupt in the holidays, take them for some Deeni programme. Girls can be taken for the weekly ta’leem, while boys can be taken for any programme or bayaan in the masjid. 6. Though the children are on holiday, ensure that their dressing is still appropriate. Just because it is the holidays, it does not mean that their dressing should become bereft of hayaa, or resemble the fashion of the disbelievers, etc. 7. Ensure that boys and girls who are growing and discerning do not mix and play with one another. Rather, the males and females should remain separate. Physical Safety Guidelines: 8. Know the whereabouts of your children at all times (e.g. if they visit a friend’s house to play), and try to keep them under adult supervision. If constant supervision is not possible, at least get someone to check on them from time to time. 9. If your children go to another person’s home, or someone else’s children come to your home, make it a habit to phone and inform of the children’s arrival. This will assist in keeping them safe and will also keep the parent’s mind at ease. 10 Discourage children from playing on the street. Let them play in the yard instead. In this way, they will not be run over by a car, mugged by thieves, etc. 11. Do not allow the children to play with dangerous items e.g. lighters, matches, knives, etc. 12. If they will be in the sun for a prolonged period, apply sunblock to their skin so that they are protected from sunburn. 13. Children swimming must be supervised by an adult at all times. 14. Keep floatation devices in and around the pool (pool noodles, etc). If a child falls into the pool by accident, or begins to flounder in the water, he will be able to grab onto the device and save himself from drowning. 15. Keep a net on the pool when not in use. If there is a fence around the pool, keep it locked. After using the pool, ensure that the net is placed over the pool again. 16. Teach and educate your children regarding the dangers of drowning. Explain to them that even an experienced swimmer can suffer a sudden cramp that can cause him to drown. Hence, they should be careful at all times and should immediately exit the water if they feel unwell. 17. Keep antihistamine medication or other allergy medication on hand, in case your child or any other child is stung by a bee etc. and suffers an allergic reaction. MOST IMPORTANT OF ALL – together with taking all precautions, always make du‘aa to Allah Ta‘ala to keep your children safe – in body and in soul. *original article: http://uswatulmuslimah.co.za/family-matters/home/3191-summer-safety.html

We will be holding a special workshop for those who are doing Hifzul Qur'an, those whose children are doing Hifzul Qur'an and those who are considering it. The workshop will take place on Sunday the 5th of December 2021. Starting at 10:30am and going up to 12:30. Some of the topics that will be covered: The importance of Hifz The virtues and benefits of Hifz The different Hifz arrangements Retention techniques Hifz syllabus Tajweed What Dars (Sabaq), Juz Dars and Revision (Daur) are and the purpose. Mistake analyses Madrasah Reward System Obstacles for Hifz Using the Ad-Din app correctly Tips to help you memorise the Qur'an Please Register so we have an idea of numbers : https://themasjidapp.net/diu/events

Daar Ibn Umar is glad to announce a new Part-time Hifz Program. Have you wanted to start memorizing the Qur'an, but are too busy or committed to join a full time class. Or maybe just want to revise what you've already memorized in a proper Hifz Class environment. Click on the link below to Register your Expression of Interest Or call us for more information Office: (02) 46102355 Mobile: 0431188780 https://form.jotform.com/213321936639055

Due to the continued lockdown, all programs at Daar Ibn Umar will be broadcast online. We apologize Magrib Taleem will be live on Mixlr only, as we have our normal Afternoon Maktab on ZOOM at that time. A new link to the Live Mixlr page can be found in the Shuabul Imaan link, or on our Homepage. Daar Ibn Umar thanks you for your continued support and understanding in these difficult times, and we hope to see you all again very soon.

Due to the continued lockdown, Daar Ibn Umar will be broadcasting live our weekly Tuesday Night Talks on MIXLR and ZOOM. Check our website for all regular updates.

The Fast of Youmul Arafah The 9th of Zul Hijjah is Yowmul-Arafah. The fast of Yowmul Arafah has been prescribed by Rasulullah ﷺ as a most meritorious act. Fasting on the day of Arafah becomes a cause of forgiveness for sins committed in the past and future It is Wajib (compulsory) to recite aloud the Takbiraat of Tashreeq (once only) after every Fardh Salaah, from the Fajr of the 9th Zul-Hijjah (Tuesday, 20th July 2021), to the Asr of the 13th of Zul-Hijjah (Saturday, 24th July 2021), performed with Jamaat or individually. اللهُ أَكْبَرُ اللهُ أَكْبَرُ , لَا إلَهَ إِلَّا اللهُ وَاللهُ أَكْبَرُ , اللهُ أَكْبَرُ وَللهِ الْحَمْدُ Allahu Akbar, Allahu Akbar. Laa ilaaha illallaahu Wallaahu Akbar. Allahu Akbar Walillaahil Hamd. Translation: Allah is the Greatest, Allah is the Greatest. There is no deity but Allah & Allah is the Greatest. Allah is the Greatest & all praise belongs to Him. Note: Ladies should read the Takbeer in a low voice.

Due to the current Covid-19 Restrictions, from 6pm on Saturday the 26th of June, Daar Ibn Umar will be temporarily closed the the public until further notice. All community programs at Daar Ibn Umar will cease temporarily, and absolutely no guests will be allowed on the premises. Afternoon Maktab and Evening Classes will also be suspended on-site. Full-time classes are permitted to continue, but parents must drop off and pick up students from outside. Parents may use the intercom to call for, and collect their children. For more information contact us by phone, email or WhatsApp. Follow our webpage or install and follow our dedicated applications to keep up to date with current madrasah news and broadcasts. http://diu.org.au/ Install and follow us here: https://ad-din.ca/ https://diu.themasjidapp.net/