Course Team

Mufti Abdul Waheed (Researcher & Lecturer In Fiqh, Jkn Fatawa Dept & Marriage Counsellor)

Shaykh Mustaqeem Shah (Senior Lecturer, Al Balagh Academy, UK)

Mufti Amjad Mohammed (Principal Jurisconsult, Al Balagh Academy, UK)

At A Glance

• 10 Live Online Sessions
• Duration: 1 Month
• Saturdays and Sundays,
  02:00 PM – 03:00 PM (London, UK)
• Video Recordings Available
• Access to Mobile App
• Digital Certificate

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• Starts on 1st February 2025
• Course Fee:
  FREE
• Registration Deadline: 31st January 2025

Course Overview

The holy month of Ramadan is fast approaching, offering a transformative opportunity for spiritual growth and success in this world and the hereafter. To maximise the blessings of this sacred month, understanding the Fiqh (Islamic jurisprudence) of Fasting and Zakat is essential for every Muslim.

Learning Objectives

This course is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the Fiqh of Fasting and Zakat, equipping students to approach Ramadan with clarity, confidence, and spiritual depth. Through classical and contemporary insights, participants will gain practical knowledge to fulfil these pillars of Islam effectively.

Key Objectives:

• Understand Essential Rulings: Learn the core principles, conditions, and exceptions for Fasting and Zakat, addressing medical and financial scenarios with modern-day relevance.
• Deepen Spiritual Connection: Explore the transformative wisdom of Fasting and Zakat through classical texts, enhancing your devotion and self-purification during Ramadan.
• Master Practical Applications: Accurately calculate Zakat for individuals and businesses and navigate common dilemmas, including exemptions and contemporary challenges.
• Prepare for Ramadan Success: Equip yourself with actionable strategies to maximise the blessings of Ramadan, combining knowledge with practice for a spiritually uplifting experience.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, students will be able to:

• Understand and Implement Fasting: Grasp the key Islamic rulings on fasting, including valid intentions, exemptions, and practices that invalidate the fast. Learn about medical fiqh and how contemporary issues, such as fasting for diabetics, are addressed.
• Gain Spiritual Insights: Explore the spiritual wisdom of fasting through texts like the Mysteries of Fasting by Imam Ghazali. Understand how fasting can lead to self-purification and enhanced spirituality.
• Master the Fiqh of Zakat: Learn the principles of Zakat, including eligible recipients, conditions for giving, and how to calculate Zakat effectively. Understand contemporary rulings related to Zakat on businesses, investments, and modern financial systems.

• Address Practical Challenges: Gain practical knowledge to resolve common issues such as fasting in non-Muslim countries, delayed Zakat calculations, and other modern dilemmas.
• Prepare for Ramadan with Confidence: Equip yourself with the knowledge and spiritual mindset to make the most of Ramadan and fulfil your obligations of fasting and Zakat with ease.

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