Imam Abdul Wahhab al-Sha’rani, in his book Lawaqih al-Anwar fi Tabaqat al-Akhyar, narrates about his Shaykh, Ali al-Khawas. He recounts that Shaykh Ali would be seen at his shop in Egypt during Dhuhr time, but no one ever saw him performing the Dhuhr prayer there. When asked why he did not pray Dhuhr, he would… Continue reading On the Concept of Tay al-Makan wa al-Zaman (Folding of Space and Time)
Journey to the United Arab Emirates (8)
This morning, shortly after 8 AM, I was visited by Abdullah Ridwan, his wife Fatima Al-Huda, and her noble father. The meeting was warm and filled with camaraderie as we gathered at a nearby café by the university entrance. Sitting inside, we enjoyed tea together, and our conversation revolved around the mission of Dar Al-Salam… Continue reading Journey to the United Arab Emirates (8)
Journey to the United Arab Emirates (7)
A Restless Night I laid down last night around midnight, hoping that sleep would quickly overtake me after a long day. However, sleep eluded me as my thoughts overwhelmed my mind, keeping me restless. Despite my attempts to relax and close my eyes, sleep did not come until after 3 AM. Even then, it was… Continue reading Journey to the United Arab Emirates (7)
Journey to the United Arab Emirates (6)
(6) — Morning Exercise After offering Fajr prayer in peace and tranquility, I decided to head to the university’s gym. I spent about an hour performing various exercises, including weightlifting, muscle strengthening, and light cardio. What amazed me was seeing young men, elders, and even seniors exercising early in the morning, demonstrating their awareness of… Continue reading Journey to the United Arab Emirates (6)
Journey to the United Arab Emirates (5)
(5) — Layover at Istanbul Airport I spent around eight hours at Istanbul Airport after returning from Konya, where I had attended the 35th scholarly session. The session provided a valuable platform to discuss contemporary jurisprudential issues and enhance cooperation among Islamic institutions globally. This layover offered me some time to rest before continuing my… Continue reading Journey to the United Arab Emirates (5)
Turkey Journey 2024 – Day 6
(16) Morning Reflections I performed the Fajr prayer at the hotel mosque behind Shaykh Amin al-Hazmi at 6:50 AM, followed by a light breakfast. By 7:30 AM, we were on our way to the airport, bidding farewell to Konya and its illustrious history. I reflected on the Seljuks’ might and their dedication to Islam and… Continue reading Turkey Journey 2024 – Day 6
Turkey Journey 2024 – Day 5
Morning Session I: Administrative Discussions The first session began at 9:30 AM and focused on key administrative challenges: Financial Constraints: Discussions explored the reasons behind the council’s funding shortage and proposed solutions such as seeking new funding sources and strengthening partnerships with supportive entities. Administrative Efficiency: It was decided to appoint competent and experienced assistants… Continue reading Turkey Journey 2024 – Day 5
Turkey Journey 2024 – Day 4
Morning Session The first session began at 10:00 AM in an atmosphere filled with enthusiasm and anticipation. The session opened with an introductory speech by Sheikh Hussein Halawa, the Secretary-General of the European Council. He emphasized the importance of the topics to be discussed and urged everyone to maintain a spirit of constructive dialogue. Sheikh… Continue reading Turkey Journey 2024 – Day 4
Turkey Journey 2024 – Day 3
Starting the Day I began my day with the interpretation of the Holy Qur’an after Fajr prayer, contemplating its meanings and wisdom. After some light exercise, I dedicated time to writing and prepared myself for the day. I enjoyed breakfast with my companions, exchanging warm and brotherly conversations. Exploring Konya Dr. Ömer Faruk Akpınar accompanied… Continue reading Turkey Journey 2024 – Day 3
Turkey Journey 2024 – Day 2
Arrival at the Hotel We arrived at the hotel at 9:45 AM and had a light breakfast with the esteemed scholars. I then went to my room, took a bath, and left for Selçuk University with its professors. This university, established in 1975, is located just five minutes from the city center by public transport.… Continue reading Turkey Journey 2024 – Day 2