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DIMENSIONS OF THE HOLY PROPHET (SAW) MISSION – In the last three years

This course explores the mission of the Holy Prophet (SAW) through a detailed analysis of his approach and teachings, emphasizing key concepts such as universality, da'wa, peaceful coexistence, and the final message. Learn about the methodology of conveying the message, the role of Ahlul Bayt, and the significance of Wilayat of Ali (AS). The course also delves into the importance of pluralism in Islam and presents practical approaches to da'wa in today's world.

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DIMENSIONS OF THE HOLY PROPHET (SAW) MISSION – In the last three years

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  1. DIMENSIONS OF THE HOLY PROPHET (SAW) MISSION –In the last three years O Prophet! Truly We have sent thee as a Witness, a Bearer of Glad Tidings, and Warner, And as one who invites to Allah.s (grace) with His permission, and as a lamp spreading light 33:45-46

  2. Course outline - Day One recap • Universality of Prophethood • Da’wa & Holy Qur’an • Universal invitations • Analysis of approach

  3. Course outline - Day Two • Analysis of approach • Da’wa & Today • Pluralism • The final message

  4. Mubahila Chapter 3 59. The similitude of Jesus before Allah is as that of Adam; He created him from dust, then said to him: "Be". And he was. 60. The Truth (comes) from Allah alone; so be not of those who doubt 61. If any one disputes in this matter with thee, now after (full) knowledge Hath come to thee, say: "Come! let us gather together,- our sons and your sons, our women and your women, ourselves and yourselves: Then let us earnestly pray, and invoke the curse of Allah on those who lie!"

  5. Mubahila - lessons • Conviction • Conveying (Tawheed) • Simplicity • Methodology • Illogical arguments • Peaceful coexistence • Compulsion • Role of Ahlul Bayt • Wilayat of Ali (AS) • Age no criteria

  6. Analysis of Approach • Private - 96:1-5 , 74:1-7 • Public - 15:94-96 • International – 48:1-3

  7. Analysis of Approach • Three stages : O Prophet! Truly We have sent thee as a Witness, a Bearer of Glad Tidings, and Warner,- 33:45

  8. Analysis of Approach • Methodology : Invite (all) to the Way of thy Lord with wisdom and beautiful preaching; and argue with them in ways that are best and most gracious: for thy Lord knoweth best, who have strayed from His Path, and who receive guidance. 16:125

  9. Da’wa & Today • Convey vs Convert 27:91-92 2:143 2:272

  10. Da’wa & Today • Call to Revert - Awaken the FITRAT 7:172 8:24 30:30

  11. Da’wa & Today • Human approach – Fiqh al Da’wa What is Kufr? 67:8-9 Kindness & Equity – 60:8-9

  12. Da’wa & Today • Manifestation of faith 49:14 41:33

  13. Da’wa today • Direct approach • Indirect approach • Practical approach

  14. Da’wa today • Quality • Failures • Our Community

  15. Islam & Pluralism • One vs Multiple paths • Social vs Religious pluralism • John Hick theory • 3:19 • 3:83-85 • 2:135-137 • 3:85 • 9:33

  16. The final message • O Messenger! Convey what is revealed to you from your Lord, for if you do it not, it would be as though you have not conveyed His message. Allah will protect you from the people. (Surah al-Ma'ida, 5:67).

  17. The final message • "O my followers! I am leaving behind two valuable assets as legacies to you and it is to be seen as to how you behave with these two legacies of mine". • "One of them is the Book of Allah, one side of which is related to Allah and the other side is in your hands. And the other thing is my progeny and my Ahl al-Bayt. Allah has informed me that these too memorable things will not act separated from each other".

  18. The final message • This day I have perfected your religion for you and completed My favours to you, and have chosen for you the religionIslam (Surah al-Ma'idah, 5:3)

  19. The Academy for Learning Islam was established in February of 2001 (1421) to advance and teach the religious tenets, history and practices of Islam, according to the Shi’a Ithnasheri school of thought. • Our activities include: ■ Online and Portable courses ■ Outreach activities in the form of presentations and programs on Islam at public schools, colleges, libraries etc. ■ An Online bookstore ■ Various forms of Tabligh through distribution of literature, sponsoring publications, etc.

  20. Thousands of students have benefited from our activities. Students from Dubai, Iran, East Africa, Australia, Europe, and North America have attended our courses. • Inshallah in the near future, we shall be offering long term online courses as well as Arabic online. • For our latest report of our activities in the last two years, visit us at: www.academyofislam.org/report07_1.asp

  21. How you can help Contribute to the success of the Academy by taking a few minutes to do the following: • Spread the word about our classes. Help us advertise and encourage Mu’mineen to attend. • Donate towards our activities • Visit the Academy’s website and click on the CanadaHelps icon if you are in North America or the PayPal link. If you would like to mail a cheque, e-mail alisupport@msn.com for details. • Fill out the survey. This will be very helpful to us in planning for future courses. Please take the time to visit: http://isalient.com/app/index.php?survey_code=ae6befbb&login=1

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