Alhamdulillah for the blessing of witnessing another Ramadan. As we enter into Shawwal, we may be holding many different emotions at the same time: gratitude for seeing another Ramadan, sadness that it’s over along with the extra gatherings and sense of community, and maybe even some guilt at feeling happy that we can eat and […]
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In the vibrant mosaic of the Ribaat Academic Program, the journey of each student adds unique shades and patterns, enriching our collective narrative. This month, we are thrilled to spotlight Fara Rasiman, April’s Student of the Month, whose life story is a testament to the beauty of diversity, the pursuit of knowledge, and an unwavering dedication to community service. Hailing from the culturally rich and humid landscapes of Malaysia, Fara’s multicultural background has shaped her into a true global citizen. Her career has spanned various sectors, including startups, tech, sustainable energy, and nonprofits, touching lives across the Asia-Pacific, European, and North American markets.
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Meet our Student of the Month, Saskia Eddarkaoui, a German convert to Islam, living her enriching journey alongside her Moroccan husband and their four children, aged between 3 and 11 years. Saskia has woven her life around faith, family, and the fervent desire to contribute to her community. Despite the absence of a robust Muslim community in her locality, her spirit remained unshaken, fueled by prayers for positive change, she resolved to still provide the right environment for her family and children.
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Reciting the Quran is one of the most important acts of worship to perform in Ramadan. It was the month when the Quran was first brought down to the heavens of this world and during this month, the Angel Jibreel (‘alayhi-s-salaam) would complete a yearly review of the Quran with the Prophet ﷺ. So it is of the sunnah to increase our Quran reading during this Holy month.
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The sun pierced through the windows of my sunroom as I walked in with a cup of coffee in one hand and the Qur’an in the other. This was a routine I grew accustomed to, but today was different. A few flowers had suddenly sprouted from the plant Auntie Tasnim planted several years ago. The
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In the heart of Utah, where the majestic mountains reach toward the sky, resides Aisha Hassan, our February student of the month! Born in Somalia and raised in the scenic landscapes of Utah, Aisha loves spending time in nature and doing dhikr.
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Rabata, a rising tide of scholars, women strong,In unity, they inspire, in knowledge, they belong,Their voices like a river, wisdom’s endless flow,A sisterhood of scholars, in Rabata they grow. In the realm of learning, they claim their place,With wisdom and grace, they seek truth’s taste,Empowering each other, they break new ground,In Rabata’s embrace, their voices resound. Anse leads
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As-salāmu ʿalaykum ladies, we need to reflect on why Prophet Muhammad ﷺ needed to make isitighfar. A Prophet doesn’t sin. That would be against the nature of the Divine message. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught us that we should do istighfar and that this practice of his was for us. Had he not mentioned to
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“Learn Arabic, for it fortifies and strengthens the mind” was the saying of Imam Shafi’i as quoted by one of his students. Even though Imam Shafi’i was Arab, he went and lived for years with the Bedouins in the desert in order to learn Arabic in its purest form, so that he could understand this religion in the best way.
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Born in Pakistan, raised in Chicago, Dr. Samreen Vora longed for a different spiritual experience. Allah ta’ala works in mysterious ways and while Dr. Samreen knew nothing of Minnesota, Allah set her on a path. Seven years ago, work brought Dr. Samreen to the Minnesota area and soon after, she heard about Rabata. She longed to visit, but the location felt unfamiliar and daunting. However, after the RCC opened its Arden Hills location, she knew it was time.
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