AALIMAHCOURSEIZA

S t u d e n t P a c k

F o r e s t G a t e M a s j i d / I m a m Z a k a r i y a A c a d e m y

Contents

1. Introduction

2. Aims & Objectives

3. Curriculum

5. Testimonials

4. Curriculum Books

Mufti Shah Sadruddin (Founder)Maulana Shah Muhammad Anas (Principal)

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6. PoliciesBehaviour, Dress,Attendance, Punctuality,Fees, Expulsion

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Islam has put considerable emphasis on every Muslim to acquire knowledge. The Prophet (SAW) made it obligatory on every Muslim, man and woman to seek knowledge

“Seeking knowledge is obligatory on every Muslim”.In another Hadeeth, the Prophet (SAW) has said “A father who educates his daughter well will

enter paradise”.

Mufti Shah Sadruddin (Founder)

Mufti Shah Sadruddin graduated in Islamic Theology from Darul Uloom Bury in 1985 then did hisTakhassus in Hadith from Al-Azhar university, Cairo, from there he went to Darul Uloom Deobandin India to do his masters in Islamic Law (Ifta) in 1991. After teaching Hadeeth for 3 years in DarusSalaam, Sylhet, one of the most reputable Islamic institutions in Bangladesh. He had the honour to

be sent by his Shaykh and mentor, Shaykhul Hadith Hazrat Maulana Yusuf Motala to teachBukhari in Darul Uloom Madania, Buffalo, New York for the first time in the history of America in1999. The following year he went to teach in Darul Uloom Lisbon, Portugal, making him the first

Shaykhul Hadith in Portugal also. Mufti Shah Sadruddin also received Ijazah of Bay’ah from Shaykhul Hadith Hazrat Maulana

Yusuf Motala saheb. It is under his guidance in conjunction with the kind co-operation of ForestGate Masjid that Imam Zakariya Academy was established in 2003. Our first project was to start

a full time Primary School in 2003.In 2004 we started the part - time Aalim classes for adults. We then went onto make this a full -time Aalim course in 2005. Due to the need and after several enquiries from sisters, we decided to

dedicate the weekend for sisters' classes and so the weekend Aalimah and short courses wereintroduced in 2006.

Our speciality is we do all our courses in English so that irrelevant of cultural and languagebackground everyone in the UK has the fair chance to study the course.

Message from Maulana Shah Muhammad Anas (Principal)

For many years sisters have been unable to further their studies in the Islamic field as they have not

had the opportunity to enhance and refresh knowledge of Deen due to lack of classes or otherresponsibilities. There are many masail that nullify our Salaah or our Imaan due to the actions or

beliefs we are unaware of. After many years sisters have shown their interest in short courses. Wesee that sisters are very keen to do courses like the brothers and this organisation has given sistersopportunities to do so. After seeing the great success of our weekend short courses, we decided tostart the weekend Aalimah course. It is also an opportunity for our mothers & sisters to associate

with God fearing people in the environment of the masjid.

Introduction

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We aim to provide learning opportunities for sisters within an Islamic environment.***

To develop an Islamic personality within our students so they can apply the Quran and Sunnah in theirdaily lives and also work for the cause of Deen in the UK.

***To promote Islamic learning and ethos in the environment and atmosphere of the Masjid and

Madrasah that will positively influence the characteristics of thought, behaviour and attitude of thestudents so they may make a positive contribution to society.

***We would like to assure you that Imam Zakariya Academy administration and the faculty will makeevery possible effort to ensure your educational needs are taken care of. We are happy to inform you

that by the grace of Allah Almighty, we are blessed to have a team of dedicated and qualifiedprofessional educators ready to teach you.

***The objective of the Aalimah Course is to embed within the students the principles of Islamic theology

and jurisprudence.***

At the end of the course students are expected to have gained an in depth understanding of themeaning, interpretation and commentary of the Holy Quran

***And to be able to understand the Shariah based on Quran, Sunnah, Ijma and Qiyaas from the original

text of Fiqh.***

Students will have a professional standard of understanding classical Arabic.***

The interest for such a course in London has increased in the last few years so it would come as a greatdelight for students and parents alike to have access to such a course right next on their doorstep. We

hope you would take benefit from this and we ask for everyone’s duas for its success.

Aims & Objectives

Curriculum

Tajweed

Hadith/Tarbiyyah

Heavenly

Ornaments

EasyEtymology

Tasheel Al

Nahw

Durus ulLughah 1

Qasas un

Nabiyyeen 1

10 Lessons of Arabic

Tajweed

Riyaadus Saaliheen

Quran

Translation 10 Juz

Hidayatun

Nahw

Arabic Tutor

Nur Al Idaah

Qasas un Nabiyyeen 3

Sharhu Miati

Aamil

Tajweed

RiyadusSaaliheen

Quran

Translation 10Juz

Al-Aqidah Al-Tahawiyyah

MukhtasarAl Qudoori

Usool

Al Shaashi

NafhatulArab

Qasas unNabiyyeen

4/5

Tafseer Al Jalaalayn

Al-Aqidah

An-Nasafiyyah

Quran

Translation 10Juz

Al Fauz Al Kabir

Nur

Al Anwar

Al Hidayah1

Meerath

Sunan Ibn Maajah

Mishkaat

Al Masaabih

SharhMa'ani

Al Athaar

Nukhbatul Fikr

Tafseer Al Jalaalayn

Al Hidayah

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Sunan Abi Dawood

Jami Al Tirmidhi

Sunan Al

Nasai

Al Hidayah 3/4

Saheeh Al Bukhari

Saheeh Muslim

TajweedZaadut-Taalibeen

Al Fiqh Al Muyassar

From The TreasuresOf Arabic Morphology

Tasheel Al

Nahw

Durus ul lughah 2

Qasas un

Nabiyyeen 2

The Creamof Arabic Imperative

Words

Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Year 6 Year 7 Year 8

MAQAALAAT (ESSAYS/INDIVIDUAL READING)Throughout the course students will be required to:

• Do individual reading on Seerah, History of Islam and Pious Predecessors (male/female)• Write essays on selected topics

• Give talks on selected topics

The Weekend Aalimah Course curriculum is based on the traditional Dars-Nizami curriculum that istaught in institutions of higher Islamic learning worldwide. It is anticipated that the curriculum will takeat least 8 years to complete, although more time may be required and additional class timings may be

needed.

The course comprises of: - Arabic Grammar, focusing mainly on Syntax and Morphology ~ Tajweed(Qur’anic intonation) ~ Islamic theology/doctrine ~ Fiqh (Jurisprudence) ~ Principles of JurisprudenceHadith (Prophetic Traditions) & the Science of Hadith ~ Seerah & Tareekh (Prophetic biography and

History) Qur’an Translation and Tafsir (Exegesis)

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Curriculum Books

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Durus ul Lughah: Lessons on Arabic language frombasic level to the advanced level.Qasas un Nabiyyeen: Compilation of short storiesabout some of the Messengers.10 Lessons of Arabic: Ten elementary lessons in Arabicfor beginners.The Cream of Arabic Imperative Words: Classic verbconjugation tables with English translation.Arabic Tutor: Arabic Grammar.Nafhatul Arab: Arts of 'Arabic language and phrases.Tasheel Al Nahw: Arabic Grammar, focusing onSyntax.Hidayatun Nahw: Arabic Grammar, focusing onSyntax.Easy Etymology: Arabic Grammar, focusing onMorphology.From The Treasures of Arabic Morphology: ArabicGrammar, focusing on Morphology.Sharhu Miati Aamil: A study of the formation ofsentences from words, commonly known as Tarkeebs.Heavenly Ornaments: Hanafi fiqh manual in English.Al Fiqh Al Muyassar: Introductory HanafiJurisprudence.Nur Al Idaah: Classical text on worship according tothe Hanafi school.Mukhtasar Al Qudoori: Addresses 12,500 issues,spanning the entire spectrum of Hanafi fiqh.Al Hidayah: Represents the refined, distilled andauthentic version of a legal tradition developed overmany centuries. It presents the corpus of Hanafi law.Uusool Al Shaashi: Science of the principles ofJurisprudence.Nur Al Anwar: Science of the principles ofJurisprudence.

Al-Aqidah Al-Tahawiyyah: A popular exposition ofSunni Muslim doctrine written by the tenth-centuryEgyptian theologian and Hanafi jurist Abu Ja'farAhmad at-Tahawi (Rahimuhullah).Al-Aqidah An-Nasafiyyah: Islamic creed asexplained by the Great Imam Najm ad-Din AbuHafs Umar ibn Muhammad ibn Ahmad an-Nasafi(Rahimuhullah).Meerath: The Laws of Inheritance.Tafseer Al Jalaalayn: Explanation of the wholeQur’an.Al Fauz Al Kabir: The Principles of Qurancommentary.Nukhbatul Fikr: Science of the principles of Hadith.Zaadut-Taalibeen: Compilation of Hadeeth.Riyaadus Saaliheen: A collection of authentic Hadithsby Imam al-Nawawi.Mishkaat Al Masaabih: Compilation of Hadeethtaken from the six most authentic Hadith books.Sharh Ma'ani Al Athaar: Encyclopedic in scope andhave long been regarded as indispensable fortraining students of fiqh. Mainly highly regarded as aHanafi book.Sunan Ibn Maajah: Compilation of Hadeeth fromamongst the six most authentic Hadith books.Sunan Abi Dawood: Compilation of Hadeethfrom amongst the six most authentic Hadith books.Sunan Al Nasai: Compilation of Hadeeth from amongst the six most authentic Hadith books.Jami Al Tirmidhi: Compilation of Hadeethfrom amongst the six most authentic Hadith books.Saheeh Muslim: Compilation of Hadeethfrom amongst the six most authentic Hadith books.Saheeh Al Bukhari: Compilation of Hadeethfrom amongst the six most authentic Hadith books.

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Testimonials

"The IZA Aalimah course has equipped us with the required tools to study and explore the knowledgeof Islam in ways previously inconceivable. The teachers here are not merely teachers; they have becomemother figures and role models. I feel that we have become not only more knowledgeable with regardsthe Deen, but more importantly better people under the supervision of our respected teachers. I pray

that Allah grant everyone involved in this blessed work Jannatul Firdous." Year 3

"My Aalimah course experience hitherto has been extremely fruitful, Alhamdulillah. I feel that we learn

something new and of immense benefit in every lesson. The fact that we are able to implement what welearn is testament to our teachers’ efforts and sincerity."

Year 3

"The most prominent feature I have experienced during my time at IZA is not just the educationalaspect, but rather the ability to implement what we have learnt into our day-to-day lives."

Year 3

"Joining the IZA Aalimah programme has helped me in more ways than I can express. I have been ableto better myself, not only spiritually, but also in a worldly way. The teachers are incredibly supportive,

understanding and amazing role models. I feel that I have become a better person because of them andI would not trade this experience for anything else."

Year 2

"This course has changed my perspective towards not only Islam, but life in general. It has helped me tobegin understanding Allah's commandments. Through this course, I feel that I am gradually coming

closer to Allah. Through the Barakah of this course, I feel that Allah’s mercy upon me and my family hasincreased exponentially. This is, without a doubt the best decision I have ever made. As for the teachers,each one is an inspirational guide. They are thoughtful, understanding, talented, and have become likemothers to us. The students have a close connection with not only the teachers, but with one another

which gives the feeling of a familial bond." Year 2

"The value of what we are taught can be gauged by the fact that I teach my family members thingsthat I am taught in every lesson. The support that we get is beyond what any institution provides. Thesupport of the teachers is not just confined to the classroom; they are of assistance to us even outside of

Madrasah times. Our teachers are like our mothers and we aspire to be like them. I pray that I amreunited with my teachers in Jannah."

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"When I first started the IZA Alimiyyah course, my fear was that I would struggle to understand the

intricacies related to the Islamic sciences. My fears were very quickly dispelled after receiving the supportthat I have from my teachers and classmates."

Year 2

"This course has given me the confidence that I previously lacked. My teachers inspire me to become abetter Muslimah every time I sit with them. It is not an exaggeration to say that this is the best decision I

have ever made in my life." Year 2

"As a 15 year old, I thought that I wouldn't be able to manage the Aalimah course as well as my school

studies. This has proven to be false; I not only manage but I enjoy attending the lessons." Year 1

"The Aalimah course has helped expand my knowledge on Islam: from the stories of the Prophets,memorising the Ahadeeth of our beloved Messenger (PBUH), to even the basic rulings of Salah.

Alhamdulillah these classes have helped me to become a better Muslimah." Year 1

"My experience in the first year of Aalimah class in IZA has been nothing short of amazing. Although

I've found it difficult at times, my teachers have eased the burden with their constant help andencouragement. This coupled with their loving and caring nature has merged to make this an immensely

productive experience for me." Year 1

"Living in the west, we have progressively lost the passion of our pious predecessors. This gradual

decline can be witnessed in the morals, or lack thereof in the younger generation. Joining the Aalimahcourse has ignited within me a passion, zeal and fervour for the Deen that was previously alien to me."

Year 1

"I have found this Aalimah course to be an exceptionally enjoyable experience. The fact that my teachersand classmates are supportive and helpful has proven to be a blessing for me."

Year 1

"Being guided to join the Aalimah course is a true bounty from Allah. I would strongly encourage othersto join so that they too can benefit from the knowledge disseminated."

Year 1

Testimonials

Since Islam is a disciplinary religion that emphasises good conduct, each student is required to complywith the laws of Islam together with the rules of the Academy and instructions of the teachers.Policies are framed for the convenience of the students and smooth running of the Academy. Complianceof which saves much time and energy, thus affords the student and administration greater opportunitiesto concentrate on the curriculum and tarbiyyah programmes. Therefore students are bound to obey andhonour each and every rule set down herein. Prophet S.A.W has said: "Indeed I have been sent to complete the best of character. (Saheeh Muslim)The Prophet S.A.W also said, "The most complete of believers in Iman (faith) are those who are best incharacter." On the authority of Iyaz bin Himar (RA) who said "The Messenger of Allah (SAW) said, "Allah, theMost Exalted, revealed to me that you should show courtesy and be cordial with each other so thatnobody should consider himself superior to another or harm him." (Saheeh Muslim) • Each student shall conduct herself, both within and outside of the Academy in a manner befitting astudent of a prestigious Institution. Each student shall show due respect and courtesy to the teachers,administrators and staff of the Academy, and good behaviour to fellow students.• Lack of courtesy and decorum, unbecoming conduct within and outside of the Academy, wilfuldamage to the Academy property, removal of any property belonging to the Academy, fellow studentor other personnel of the Academy, use of abusive and offensive language. Disturbing fellow students intheir studies, breach of rules and regulations of the Academy, adoption of unfair practices in tests,quizzes, assignments or examination, noisy and unruly behaviour shall constitute violation of the code ofconduct.• You must Never bully, intimidate, taunt, verbally abuse or threaten violence towards any person• You must never start or join in any physical violence or aggressive behaviour• You must never carry anything that could be regarded as an offensive weapon.• You must respect the Academy property and other people’s belongings. Any act of theft, attempted theft, vandalism, graffiti, or posting of offensive materials will lead toimmediate disciplinary action.• If any students have caused extensive damage to any Academy property, they will have to bear thecosts of maintenance or replacement it could also lead to expulsion.• The use of phones during lesson is not permitted. In case of emergency students should get permissionfrom the teacher to answer the phone outside of class.

Policies

Behaviour

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Dress CodeAnd say to the believing women that they should lower their gaze and guard their modesty; that theyshould not display their zeenah (charms, or beauty and ornaments) except what (must ordinarily)appear thereof; that they should draw their khimar (veils) over their bosoms and not display theirzeenah except to their husbands, their fathers .... and that they should not strike their feet so as to drawattention to their hidden zeenah (ornaments). (24:31-32)O Prophet! Tell your wives and daughters and the believing women that they should draw overthemselves their jilbab (outer garments) (when in public); this will be more conducive to their beingrecognized (as decent women) and not harassed. But God is indeed oft-forgiving, most merciful. (33:59) The outer garment must be thick and opaque so as to conceal the clothes worn under it, and loose so asto conceal the woman's form.Any students considered being dressed or having a hair style contradictory to the shariah will not bepermitted to sit in class, till they resolve the problem.The Academy uniform is black abaya with a black scarf (not too short).Correct Islamic uniform must be worn at all times. A uniform gives a distinct Muslim identity tostudents.

Students are expected to arrive at the Academy at least 10mins before the start of the first lesson. A student being late for class for any period over 5 minutes after the commencement of the lesson shallnot be admitted into class until a lateness form is filled in.It is important for students to inform the Academy of any absences. This may be done in the followingways:• Phone call or message to the Academy• Send a signed note• Send a verbal message via an adult If the Academy is not notified, an unauthorised absence is recorded against the students’ attendancerecord. Regular occurrence of absences and lateness will result in disciplinary action.Attendance and punctuality will affect the final marks towards the end of year exam.Expected attendance rate for all students should not fall below 95%All students are to pass their end of year exams to move further on in the following year.

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Timings: Saturday, Sunday | 9.00am -1.00pm (Year 1-3) | 9.00am - 2.00pm (Year 4-8)

The principal in his sole and absolute discretion maysuspend any student for any un-Islamic or immoralbehaviour or for an offence of a serious nature. In

which case the student will be required to leave theAcademy immediately.

The suspension notice will be forwarded to the

parents/guardians as well. However, if she desires tobe re-enrolled, she and her parent/guardian will be

required to forward a written application to theAcademy.

Any student that is suspended or expelled will not be

permitted to enter the Academy premises withoutapproval of the authorities and further notice.

Registration:

Tuition: Year 1-3: £540Year 4-8: £600

£50 To be paid upon admission.

For the smooth running of the Academy we request all students to pay the fees within the first weekend of every instalment. Fees can be paid in full, two instalmnets or four instalments.

Fees Expulsion

No student is allowed to interfere with the operational teaching methods of the Academy.All complaints should be made in writing to the Head teacher/Principal of the Academy.

All the above rules and regulations will have to be adhered to fully. The Academy reserves the right to alter or amend any regulations and syllabus when it deems necessary.

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Registration To register or for further information, please contact us.

447-451 Romford Road, Forest Gate, London, E7 8AB

020 8555 6258 07484131501

www.izaweekend.co.uk info@izaweekend.co.uk Principal: Maulana Shah Muhammad Anas | Head Teacher: M.Tufayel Ahmed

Late fee payments carry a penalty charge of£30. Continued failure to pay could result inthe student being struck of the register.

447-451 Romford Road , Fores t GateLondon , E7 8AB

020 8555 6258 | 0748413 1501 www. izaweekend . co .uk | in fo@izaweekend . co .uk

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