Adults courses
Islamic Studies Course

1.  Acts of Worship

The Fiqh course for sisters begins with the foundational acts of worship, offering practical guidance on the most important religious obligations:

• Salah (Prayer): Sisters learn the proper method of performing the obligatory prayers, including the necessary conditions, pillars, and recommended actions. They study the different types of prayers, their timings, and the etiquettes of prayer.
• Fasting (Sawm): The course covers the rules of fasting, including exemptions, invalidating factors, and recommended actions during Ramadan and voluntary fasting.
• Zakah (Charity): Sisters learn about the principles and calculations involved in giving Zakah, including the types of wealth subject to Zakah, the nisab (the minimum amount liable for Zakah), and the beneficiaries of Zakah.
• Hajj and Umrah: The course covers the rituals, obligations, and recommended actions for pilgrimages, guiding sisters through the spiritual journey of Hajj and Umrah.

2. Transactions and Financial Matters

Understanding the Islamic rules on transactions and financial matters is crucial. Our Fiqh courses for sisters provide an in-depth exploration of permissible financial dealings:

• Buying and Selling: Sisters diligently study the rules and principles of conducting lawful transactions, including contracts, conditions, and prohibitions. The course provides clarity on ethical guidelines in trade.
• Contracts and Agreements: Special attention is given to valid contracts, such as marriage, employment, and rental agreements. The course empowers sisters to navigate legal agreements with knowledge and confidence.
• Inheritance: The course covers inheritance rules, including asset distribution, shares for heirs, and testamentary bequests. Sisters will gain a thorough understanding of Islamic inheritance laws.

3. Family Matters

Islamic family law is central to the Fiqh courses for sisters, providing guidance on marriage, divorce, and family life:

• Marriage: Sisters learn about the rules of marriage, the contract requirements, spousal rights, responsibilities, and divorce procedures.
• Divorce: The course discusses the procedures and conditions for divorce, including the different types of divorce and their legal implications.
• Parenting: Sisters are taught about parental rights, child upbringing, and principles of child custody in divorce or separation, ensuring they have the knowledge to raise a family in line with Islamic values.

4. Ethical Conduct and Personal Behavior

Fiqh courses also emphasize good manners, etiquettes, and ethical behavior in various aspects of life, helping sisters maintain Islamic values in their everyday interactions:

• • Cleanliness: Sisters learn Islamic teachings on cleanliness, including ablution, ritual bathing, and rules concerning impurity.
  • Halal and Haram: The course covers rules for halal and haram food, including principles of animal slaughter for halal meat, ensuring sisters understand the dietary laws of Islam.