An introduction to the concept of tazkiya (purification of the self/heart in Islam), this course will provide an introductory look at diseases of the heart and sins of the tongue, as well as the relationship between the two. Students will learn some general cures and understand some of the skills necessary to begin the path of tazkiya.
Students should be women above the age of 17.
Live attendance is recommended whenever possible for the best learning experience. Recordings of the sessions will be made available for registered students who cannot attend live. Students will have access to course forums, recordings, and files until May 31st, 2025.
Please note that daylight savings time will begin in the United States on Sunday, March 9, 2025. Depending on where you live, this may or may not affect your class timing. In countries where DST is not applied at all, class will be one hour earlier starting March 9.
This is an online course so students will need:
The Marvels of the Heart, by al-Ghazali, translated by Walter James Skellie.
Students are responsible for ordering their textbooks before the start of class. Ribaat textbooks are available to enrolled students at a discounted rate through Rabata Bookshop. Once enrolled, students will have access to the discount code through the course forum.
Before enrolling, please read the Registration Fees & Policies.
For inquiries, contact registration@rabata.org
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Course Code: COM 102
Instructor: Anse Najiyah Maxfield
Dates: Jan. 13 - May 25, 2025
Day: Mondays
Time: 6:00 - 7:00 pm CST
Ramadan Time: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm CST
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Course Code: AQD 104
Instructor: Anse 'Alimatunnisa Abdul Ghani
Dates: Jan. 13 - May 25, 2025
Day: Mondays
Time: 5:00 - 6:15 pm
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Course Code: HAD 102
Instructor: Anse Sana Mohiuddin
Dates: Jan. 14 - May 25, 2025
Day: Tuesdays
Time: 9:30 - 10:45 am CST
Ramadan Time: 12:00 - 1:15 pm CST
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Course Code: EDU 101
Instructor: Ustadha Safiyyah Salaam
Dates: Jan. 19 - May 25, 2025
Day: Sundays
Time: 1:00 -2:00 pm CST