The Moth, The Light, The Longing
Though not a religious poem, believers may see in Shelley's verses powerful symbols of religious sentiment: a love beyond earthly love, and a yearning for what can soothe our earthly sorrows.
Read MoreThe Believer’s Shield: Ibn Juzayy on Taqwa
It is said that ‘Umar once asked Ubayy ibn Ka‘b about the meaning of taqwa (being mindful, conscious or wary of God), to which he replied: 'Have you ever walked down a thorny path?' ‘Umar responded: 'Yes I have.' 'What did you do,' asked Ubayy? 'I gathered up my clothes and tried my best to avoid harm,' said ‘Umar. Ubayy remarked: 'That is what taqwa is like.' In this talk, Abu Aaliyah discusses the fruits of taqwa and its various levels, reading from the work of the profound Spanish scholar, Ibn Juzayy (d.741H/1340CE). To understand the levels of God-consciousness is to be able to climb Mount Taqwa, and perhaps even reach its summit!
Read MoreThe Moth, The Light, The Longing
Poetry, it is said, is 'the spontaneous overflow of powerful meanings'. Shelly's poem, One Word is Too Often Profaned, is no exception. The poet speaks of a love beyond earthly love; and a yearning for what may soothe our sorrows. Though not at all religious, believers may see in these words powerful symbols of religious sentiment: seekers, yearning, and a love sublimer than any other love. In other words, the heart longing to be in the presence of God.
Read MoreSpeaking Engagements
Click here to view the upcoming Jawziyyah speaking engagements. Events include: Future of the Ummah, Relationship with Parents and the Magnificent Journey.
Read MoreFair Trade, Sacred Trade & Yunus ibn ‘Ubayd
Abu Aaliyah sketches Islam's teachings on business, trade, fairness and equity. The talk closes with anecdotes from the remarkable life of the saintly trader, Yunus ibn ‘Ubayd.
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