In his well-known book, Al-Hikam (Words of Wisdom), sheikh Ahmad Ibn `Ataa'illah As-Sakandari says: You risk losing your blessings when you do not thank Him for them, and you tie them to you firmly when you do. And if you do not advance towards Him by doing excellent deeds, He will pull you towards Him with the chains of tests.
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In his well-known book, Al-Hikam (Words of Wisdom), sheikh Ahmad Ibn `Ataa'illah As-Sakandari says: {Do not stop mentioning Allah just because your heart is not present. Forgetting Him completely is worse than being inattentive while you are mentioning Him;
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In his well-known book, Al-Hikam (Words of Wisdom), sheikh Ahmad Ibn `Ataa'illah As-Sakandari says: The origin of every sin, forgetfulness, and lust is in being self-righteous, and the origin of every good deed, awareness, and chastity is in being self-critical.
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In his well-known book, Al-Hikam (Words of Wisdom), sheikh Ahmad Ibn `Ataa'illah As-Sakandari says: “A sign of success in the end is to refer to Allah in the beginning. If there is no sunrise in the beginning, there is no sunrise in the end.”
Read MoreFRIDAY, MARCH 29 Principles of Sufi Ethics Ethics is often spoken of in very legalistic terms. This public lecture and conversation offers a different perspective: spiritual ethics. Dr. Jasser Audua, author of Journey to God, which explores some of the Wisdoms of Ibn Ita'illah, will explore some of the principles and values from the Sufi tradition that can guide ethical living and decision-making for individuals and communities today. Murray-Dodge Cafe | 6.30 pm SATURDAY, MARCH 30 Seminar on Living Islamic Ethics Ethics is often spoken of in theory. This short seminar with one of the world's leading experts on Islamic ethics will offer insights into the practical application of Islamic ethics and how its principles can shape the way we live and organize as a community in the world today. Murray-Dodge Hall | 12 – 4 pm MONDAY, APRIL 1 Islamic Law in the Modern World: Between Revival & Reform Is Islamic Law (Shari'ah) compatible with the modern world? Can Islamic Law change from one period to another or is it fixed in time? What are some of the debates shaping the future of Islamic Law? Reflect on some of these questions and more with leading scholar of Islamic Ethics and Philosophy of Islamic Law — Dr. Jasser Auda. Whig Hall| 6 pm Location:...
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