This Inspirational Itikaaf (spiritual retreat) is a blessed moment for us to immerse ourselves in the remembrance of Allah and His Prophet ﷺ. During our hectic lives a moment of stillness and contemplation are valuable gifts which Allah only bestows upon his chosen slaves. The Prophet ﷺ is reported to have said ‘a moment of contemplation is better than a thousand years of worship’ . Within this time we will realign our hearts to the divine and reconnect ourselves to the only two activities that are blessed and everlasting in this abode, with all else being cursed, the blessed activities of Allah’s remembrance and all that is connected to it and the teacher and student of sacred knowledge.

The Prophet ﷺ has said: ‘The world is accursed and that which is within it except the Glorification of Allah and that which is associated with it and the teacher and student of sacred knowledge and that which is associated with it’. We beseech Allah’s subtle succour to bless our time and flow over us his divine grace. By the grace of Allah you will be joined by various scholars.

Programme Includes:

Prayer, Dhikr, Spiritual Walk, Classes, Immersing yourself in the Masjid of Allah and more. Attendees will be part of a cohesive spiritual community and are required to volunteer to contribute on a rota to looking after the facilities and dinner service.

What you need to bring:

Itikaaf is for the purpose of spiritually immersing yourself in the Masjid in simplicity, brotherhood and sisterhood. Each attendee is required to bring their own bedding. Sleeping arrangements are typically in a Masjid hall (segregated areas for brothers and sisters) on the floor. Please note – facilities are limited to those typical of a local Masjid. Attendees are advised to bring extra hygiene products to freshen up as showers are not guaranteed to be available.

The program will take place from:

Friday 3rd June 7pm -Sunday 5th June 5pm. The itinerary will be issued in the week prior to the itikaaf. Essential floor bedding accommodation for brothers and sisters. No bedding will be provided. Application cut-off point: Monday 30th May 2022.

Creche

Children 10+ are advised to participate in the activities. We will offer a creche facility for children from the age of 3 to 9, as they will not be permitted into the study session. Children 3 or under must stay with their mothers/fathers.