Penang Retreat Mar 2025

Penang Retreat Mar 2025

Like a parched earth receiving its first rain, my heart began absorbing knowledge with newfound thirst. Attending regular study circles, not merely to collect information, but to transform my understanding of worship and

May 18, 2025

Spiritual Travels

The Beginning of Deen is Knowing Allah: Part 2 of 8: Sharia, Tariqa, Haqiqa, Marifa

The journey of knowing Allah progresses through four interconnected stages, each building upon the previous.

May 14, 2025

Purpose of Life

Purpose of Life : Why Do I Exist? : Preface

The concept of Zindegi Maqsudi (life's purpose) invites us to pause and contemplate our existence beyond the superficial.

April 16, 2025

Purpose of Life

Divine Dualities: The Creator-Creation Relationship in Islam

As the distinction between Creator and creation becomes increasingly clear, the heart experiences an ever-deepening intimacy with Allah swt - a phenomenon that transcends ordinary human understanding

April 3, 2025

Paradoxically Speaking

How to Seek Closeness to Allah: Following the Prophetic Way

These established pathways of spiritual enlightenment serve as divinely-inspired institutions that guide seekers on their journey towards nearness to Allah swt.

March 8, 2025

Seekers Class Notes

Traditional Knowledge vs. Trending Topics: Finding Balance in Islamic Learning

Each Muslim has a spiritual responsibility to seek knowledge diligently and ensure that they are learning from credible sources.

February 28, 2025

Seekers Class Notes

Taqwa of the Body, Heart, Soul & Essence

The four levels of Taqwa—Body, Heart, Soul, & Essence—represent a comprehensive framework for spiritual development in Islam. Each level builds upon the previous one, guiding individuals toward a deeper connection with Allah and

February 26, 2025

Seekers Class Notes

Understanding the 7 Levels of Nafs – Part 2 – Nafsul Ammara (The Evil Commanding Self)

Nafsul Ammara represents the base state of human consciousness, where our lower desires and impulses dominate our behaviour.

February 22, 2025

Seekers Class Notes

Would You Wear Pyjamas to a Job Interview?

While we meticulously prepare to impress mortal employers, how do we present ourselves before Allah swt, the Ultimate Creator, the Sustainer of all worlds, our true Provider?

February 20, 2025

Metaphorically Speaking

Understanding the 7 Levels of Nafs – Part 1 – Overview

The 7 levels of Nafs provides a framework for personal and spiritual development. It encourages individuals to reflect on their own state of being, recognize their weaknesses, and strive for higher levels of

February 10, 2025

Seekers Class Notes

guarding the heart