Al-Maqasid

Field to Fork Hunting Essentials Workshop Join us for this workshop in partnership with American Bedouin on the basics of legal and prophetic hunting. This workshop will cover the ethics, regulations, background, and Figh of hunting. Led by Adam Ahmed of American Bedouin. Participants will have the opportunity to partake in a future mentored/guided hunt 📍Location: Al-Maqasid Campus, 7386 Alburtis Road, Macungie, PA 📅 Date & Time: Saturday Oct 10th & Sunday Oct 11th, from 10am-4pm 🔗 Registration link: https://www.theamericanbedouin.org/huntwithab 🎟️ Cost: Hunting Essentials Class - $150 Hunting Essentials Class + Mentored Hunt - $250

📅 TUESDAY | SEPTEMBER 8, 2026 ___________________________________ THE RAWHA with Shaykh Yahya Rhodus 🕦 Time: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM 📍Location: Ribat Musalla The Rawha takes place every Tuesday. During the Rawha, Shaykh Yahya Rhodus will be covering the Hikam (Aphorisms) of Imam Ibn 'Ata'illah al-Iskandari. 🎧 Listen Live: almaqasid.mixlr.com 📺 Watch Live: almaqasid.org/hikam-live

Today we release our first film under Al-Maqasid Studio. The film is titled "Taper" and features Al-Maqasid Seminary graduate, Ustadh Qur'an Hodge. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k9berutf3Eg

📅 DATE: SUNDAY | SEPTEMBER 6, 2026 ____________________________ THE BURDA 🕦 Time: 4:45 PM - 5:45 PM 📍 Location: Ribat Musalla Qasida al-Burda, composed by Imam al-Busiri, is a poem in praise of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ which has gained acceptance throughout the Muslim world. Our weekly program consists of the recitation of this blessed poem, helping us grow in love and reverence for Allah's Messenger ﷺ. 🎧 Listen Live: almaqasid.mixlr.com

On Pride and Self-Admiration A Study of Book 29 of the Iḥyā’ ‘Ulūm al-Dīn 📅 Friday, October 2 – Sunday, OCtober 4, 2026 Join us for a transformative weekend as we delve into Book 28 of Imam Al Ghazali’s Iḥyā’ ‘Ulūm al-Dīn, “On Status and Ostentation". We welcome you to join us in discovering the path to sincere humility in what we pray will be a transformative weekend filled with abundant blessings as we acquire sacred knowledge and spend time together in devotion, reflection, and spiritual growth. Held at Al-Maqasid, the retreat includes guided study, discussion, and remembrance, structured to support reflection and cultivate noble character. We look forward to hosting you. Register: https://buytickets.at/almaqasid/2401345 Note: No onsite registration. All tickets must be purchased in advance.

📅 DATE: FRIDAY | SEPTEMBER 4, 2026 __________________________ JUMU‘A ⏱️ Time: 1:15 PM - 2:00 PM 📍 Location: Ribat Musalla 🎙️ Khatīb: Ustadh Amjad Tarsin 🎧 Listen Live: almaqasid.mixlr.com 📺 Watch Live: almaqasid.org/jumua-live --------------------------------- LADIES' BURDA ⏱️ Time: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM 📍 Location: Ribat Lower Level A Weekly Ladies-Only Gathering for the Recitation of Qasida al-Burda. As always, children are welcome. Here are a few gentle reminders: - Children must remain with their parents and stay inside the barn at all times. - Girls ages 8 and older are encouraged to participate in the gathering. - We kindly request no boys over the age of 8.

📅 DATE: THURSDAY | SEPTEMBER 3 2026 _________________________________ LOVING THE BELOVED ﷺ 🕦 Time: 7:45 PM - 9:00PM 📍 Location: Ribat Musalla This weekly gathering (Majlis) includes a recitation of the prophetic biography in poetry form followed by a counsel intended to connect the listener to the Prophet ﷺ and his teachings. The more we know about his life, character, and way, the more we will come to love and follow the one beloved to Allah. 🎧 Listen Live: almaqasid.mixlr.com 📺 Watch Live: almaqasid.org/loving-the-beloved-live 📖 Follow Live: qasidacollection.com/live/lovingthebeloved76910:08 AM

HEART TO HEART *Please note date change. 📅 Date: Sunday, September 13th* ⏱️ Time: 10:30 AM 📍Location: Al-Maqasid (Ribat Musalla) Heart to Heart is a great way to introduce someone to the beautiful teachings of Islamic spirituality. We come together monthly and have an engaging discussion over light refreshments. Everyone is welcome. Please feel free to bring a friend! For parents with young children, we kindly urge you to include your blessed children only if they can sit quietly next to you.

HEART TO HEART 📅 Date: Sunday, September 13th ⏱️ Time: 10:30 AM 📍Location: Al-Maqasid (Ribat Musalla) Heart to Heart is a great way to introduce someone to the beautiful teachings of Islamic spirituality. We come together monthly and have an engaging discussion over light refreshments. Everyone is welcome. Please feel free to bring a friend! For parents with young children, we kindly urge you to include your blessed children only if they can sit quietly next to you.

📅 DATE: TUESDAY | SEPTEMBER 1, 2026 ___________________________________ THE RAWHA WITH YAHYA RHODUS - CANCELLED TONIGHT Please know that The Rawha scheduled for tonight at 6:45 PM is cancelled and will continue next Tuesday, September 8th Insha Allah.

📅 TUESDAY | AUGUST 25, 2026 ___________________________________ THE RAWHA with Shaykh Yahya Rhodus 🕦 Time: 6:45 PM - 7:45 PM 📍Location: Ribat Musalla The Rawha takes place every Tuesday. During the Rawha, Shaykh Yahya Rhodus will be covering the Hikam (Aphorisms) of Imam Ibn 'Ata'illah al-Iskandari. 🎧 Listen Live: almaqasid.mixlr.com 📺 Watch Live: almaqasid.org/hikam-live

Please note the prayer time changes for the following dates: SEPTEMBER 1ST - 9TH Fajr: 5:45 AM Dhuhr: 1:15 PM Asr: 5:45 PM Maghrib: Sunset +3 mins Isha: 9:00 PM ------------ Jumu’a: 1:15 PM Burda: 4:45 PM Mawlid: 7:45 PM

📅 DATE: SUNDAY | AUGUST 30, 2026  ____________________________ THE BURDA 🕦 Time: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM 📍 Location: Ribat Musalla Qasida al-Burda, composed by Imam al-Busiri, is a poem in praise of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ which has gained acceptance throughout the Muslim world. Our weekly program consists of the recitation of this blessed poem, helping us grow in love and reverence for Allah's Messenger ﷺ. 🎧 Listen Live: almaqasid.mixlr.com

📅 DATE: SATURDAY | AUGUST 29, 2026 __________________________ Al-Maqasid’s Annual Loving the Beloved ﷺ Celebration ⏰ Time: 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM 📍 Location: Al-Maqasid 📺 Watch Live: https://www.youtube.com/live/0CMPrYNyh6g?si=L9aHGXEAbcfXUNw_ Please join us for Al-Maqasid’s Annual Loving the Beloved Celebration ﷺ commemorating the gift of mercy and guidance in the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. Our program will include counsels that are aimed at connecting us to the Prophet ﷺ, his Sunna, and his teachings. The more we know about his life, character, and way, the more we will come to love and follow the one beloved to Allah ﷻ Important Parking Instructions: Please know that Ribat (main campus) parking is only for drop off and pick up and those with accessibility needs. All guests and volunteers must park in the Stone Barn parking. Shuttle services will be provided once the Stone Barn parking is full. For more information on parking please visit: https://www.almaqasid.org/directions

📅 DATE: FRIDAY | AUGUST 28, 2026 __________________________ JUMU‘A ⏱️ Time: 1:15 PM - 2:00 PM 📍 Location: Ribat Musalla 🎙️ Khatīb: Ustadh Amjad Tarsin 🎧 Listen Live: almaqasid.mixlr.com 📺 Watch Live: almaqasid.org/jumua-live --------------------------------- LADIES' BURDA   ⏱️ Time: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM 📍 Location: Ribat Lower Level A Weekly Ladies-Only Gathering for the Recitation of Qasida al-Burda. As always, children are welcome. Here are a few gentle reminders: - Children must remain with their parents and stay inside the barn at all times. - Girls ages 8 and older are encouraged to participate in the gathering. - We kindly request no boys over the age of 8.

📅 DATE: THURSDAY | AUGUST 27, 2026 _________________________________ LOVING THE BELOVED ﷺ 🕦 Time: 6:30 PM - 8:00PM 📍 Location: Ribat Musalla This weekly gathering (Majlis) includes a recitation of the prophetic biography in poetry form followed by a counsel intended to connect the listener to the Prophet ﷺ and his teachings. The more we know about his life, character, and way, the more we will come to love and follow the one beloved to Allah. 🎧 Listen Live: almaqasid.mixlr.com 📺 Watch Live: almaqasid.org/loving-the-beloved-live 📖 Follow Live: qasidacollection.com/live/lovingthebeloved76910:08 AM

📅 MONDAY | AUGUST 25, 2026 ___________________________________ THE RAWHA with Shaykh Yahya Rhodus 🕦 Time: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM 📍Location: Ribat Musalla The Rawha will be held today as Shaykh Yahya will not be available tomorrow. Please know that the Rawha will be on pause for the remainder of July and will resume in early August Insha Allah. During the Rawha, Shaykh Yahya Rhodus will be covering the Hikam (Aphorisms) of Imam Ibn 'Ata'illah al-Iskandari. 🎧 Listen Live: almaqasid.mixlr.com 📺 Watch Live: almaqasid.org/hikam-live

Al-Maqasid’s Annual Loving the Beloved ﷺ Celebration 📅 Date: Saturday, August 29, 2026 ⏰ Time: 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM 📍 Location: Al-Maqasid Please join us on Saturday, August 29, 2026 at 1:00 PM for Al-Maqasid’s Annual Loving the Beloved Celebration ﷺ commemorating the gift of mercy and guidance in the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. Our program will include counsels that are aimed at connecting us to the Prophet ﷺ, his Sunna, and his teachings. The more we know about his life, character, and way, the more we will come to love and follow the one beloved to Allah ﷻ We will, insha’Allah, be joined by esteemed guests Dr. Shadee Elmasry, Mufti Hussain Kamani, Shaykh Ismail Bowers, Shaykh Yahya Rhodus, & Ustadh Amjad Tarsin Alongside the Mawlid talks and Inshaad, we will have children's activities, followed by Maghrib prayer and dinner. Registration is now open! (Admission is Free) www.almaqasid.org/annuallovingthebeloved

📅 DATE: SUNDAY | AUGUST 23, 2026  ____________________________ THE BURDA 🕦 Time: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM 📍 Location: Ribat Musalla Qasida al-Burda, composed by Imam al-Busiri, is a poem in praise of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ which has gained acceptance throughout the Muslim world. Our weekly program consists of the recitation of this blessed poem, helping us grow in love and reverence for Allah's Messenger ﷺ. 🎧 Listen Live: almaqasid.mixlr.com