TRuTHFuL PROMISE - Idara-e

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The Official Bi-Monthly Newsletter of Idara-e-Jaaferiya (UK)
(UK)
Volume 1, Issue 1, Dec 2013
TRUTHFUL PROMISE
Volume 1, Issue 1,
December 2013/Safar 1435
About Idara-e-Jaaferiya
Honouring our Leaders
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Special Editorial: “Hal Min
Nasirin Yansorni?”
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A Glimpse at What we do
Founded in 1964, “Idara-eJaaferiya” was the name
Allamah Rashid Turabi gave to
a small basement room in
Balham, South London, where
a few followers of the Ahlul
Bayt
would
meet
to
commemorate the tragic events
of Karbala and to fulfill the
Islamic educational needs of
the community.
were seated at one venue and
Sisters at another and the
Majlis would be transmitted to
the Sisters side by telephone
from Idara’s first permanent
premises of 60 Nightingale
Lane (proper segregation has
always been of paramount
importance!).
From
1967,
Idara
was
operating a Sunday school,
facilitating Eid Prayers and
Majalis during Muharram.
Later, Lola Jones Hall in
Tooting
was
hired
for
Muharram
programmes,
which was large enough to
facilitate both Men and
Women.
As the number of attendees
increased, the basement room
was unable to facilitate all the
attendees. Initially the Brothers
Finally in 1980, a few
members of the organisation
noticed the For Sale sign on
what is the current Idara
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Pillars and Strategies
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“I am the city of Knowledge, and Ali ibn Abi
Talib is its gate” Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
premises on Church Lane, Tooting. They
quickly availed this opportunity and a
permanent place for disseminating the
teachings of the Quran and the Ahlul Bayt
was established.
We appreciate that this may not be the
whole of Idara’s history, but it’s a good
place to start!
Did you know: 18 Church Lane (the current
Idara premises) used to be a World War II
bunker!)
Youth Corner: Sayyeda Zainab (A.S)
Sahifa Sajjadiyah: Dua 11
Facts about Sayyeda Zainab (A.S) that everyone
should know P9
Dua for Good Outcomes by Imam Zain-ul-Abedin.
Cut-out and keep with you. P9
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The Official Monthly Newsletter of Idara-e-Jaaferiya (UK)
Dedication
In the Name Of Allah the Most Beneficent, the Most Merciful. Peace
and Blessings be upon Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and his Holy
Progeny, the Ahlul Bayt (PBUT).
This inaugural issue of the Idara-e-Jaaferiya Bi-Monthly Newsletter is
dedicated to Brother Ekram Haque, who was brutally attacked
outside Idara-e-Jaaferiya, in front of his then three-year old
granddaughter, on 31 August 2009. This cowardly attack led to him
suffering a severe brain injury and he died in hospital a week later.
We pray that Allah grants him a place in Jannah Insha'Allah.
“Do not suppose those who were
slain in the way of Allah to be
dead; rather they are living and
provided for near their Lord”
(Quran 3:169)
Honouring our leaders: Past Aalims
Just like Rome wasn’t built in a day, neither was
Idara-e-Jaaferiya. We salute all the Ulama of Idara-eJaaferiya who have worked very hard to make Idara
what it is today - Namely (in chronological order)…
Allamah Rasheed Turabi, Maulana Aqeel Turabi,
Maulana Ameer Hussain Naqvi (father of Shaheed
Muhammad Ali Naqvi), Maulana Waris Hassan
Khan, Maulana Mursaleen Naqvi, Maulana
Sabzawary, Maulana Ali Hussain Baqri, Maulana
Murtaza Jafri, Maulana Razi Jafar Naqvi, Maulana
Raza Haider Rizvi, Maulana Ali Raza Rizvi
HIWM Syed Raza Haider Rizvi
The longest serving Resident Aalim of
Idara-e-Jaaferiya
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The current Resident Aalim of Idara-e-Jaaferiya is
Maulana Syed Hassan Abbas Rizvi. He can be
contacted on [email protected]
In honour of the services that the past resident Aalims
have done for Idara-e-Jaaferiya, please recite Surah Fatiha
for those whom have passed away and pray for those who
are with us today.
Letter from the President of the Idara Executive
Committee
Assalamu Alaykum Brothers and Sisters,
You have in your hands the first issue of the Idara-e-Jaaferiya Bi-Monthly Newsletter. Its where we
show you what Idara is all about and keep you informed on Idara’s progress.
We are all united through the indiscriminate bond of the Wilayah of Ali ibn Abu Talib (A.S), a bond
which ignores differences in race, culture, socio-economic status and any other factor. Idara’s
committees and community have worked hard to maintain grip of this bond through embracing
diversity and always opposing sectarianism within the centre, which we believe only transforms itself
into racism.
Azadari is an inseparable and fundamental part of our faith and integral towards both promoting
unity and keeping the message of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) and his Holy Household
(PBUT) alive. To this end, we have hosted the best English and Urdu scholars and reciters at Idara-eJaaferiya, to ensure that the message of Imam Hussain reaches audiences of various national and racial
backgrounds.
Due to the events that unfolded after Ashura, we were unable to open the Idara to the community but
Alhamdulillah it now appears that the problems have been overcome which led to the temporary
closure of our Islamic Centre. Our efforts are now geared towards ensuring that the Azadari of Imam
Hussain (A.S) is able to continue in a safe, hygienic and respectable environment.
Insha’Allah, I look forward to meeting you very soon at the next Majlis in Idara-e-Jaaferiya.
Your Brother in Faith,
MUHAMMAD RAZA
President of Idara-e-Jaaferiya (2009 – Present)
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Editorial
“Hal Min Nasirin Yansorni?” – Is there any helper to help me?
Dear readers,
While extending our heart-felt condolence to you all on the anniversary of the heart-rending
martyrdom of Imam Hussein (AS) and his faithful companions, we would like to request you, the
justice-seeking sisters and brothers, to deeply reflect upon the question posed by Imam Hussein (AS)
on the day of Ashura –the day of his martyrdom in the land of Karbala, Is there any helper to help me?.
Really was that fateful question addressed just to the people around the Imam (AS) or was His
Holiness addressing the upcoming generations and in fact the whole humanity asking them to rush to
his help and struggle for the fulfillment of the sacred cause of guarding the Divine faith, Divine values
and humane principles – righteous and justice?
Certainly that exalted leader, that ever-lasting example of piety and manliness and that matchless
symbol of adherence to justice and benevolence, Imam Hussein (AS) meant his Divinely-inspired
words to reach the ears and penetrate the hearts of all men and women in any part of the world and at
any period of time, so they would be revived, awakened and urged to stand up against evil, tyranny
and corruption, to rise and fight those who oppress Allah’s creatures, who spread mischief and
corruption on the earth and who aim at the elimination of Divine light and guidance His Holiness
knew well if the oppressors and the corrupt are not opposed and stopped from their devilish acts, no
room would be left for human life, no room for an atmosphere in which human being can breathe the
air of peace and happiness and be elevated towards the sublime spiritual levels ordained for them by
Allah – their Compassionate Creator.
In fact, Imam Hussein (AS) taught the human beings not to let the others to enslave them, not to bow
down before tyrants, not to turn blind eyes and deaf ears to the plight of the oppressed. Through his
heroic fight and self-sacrifice, His Holiness conveyed to the world of humanity the lasting message
that “Death in defense of the truth and justice is true happiness and life with the tyrants is but
misery”. For one more illumination, please reflect upon the following Hadith from Imam Hussein
(AS) “Truly people’s needs (referred) to you are of Allah’s blessings upon you, so do not get weary of
the blessings.” Bihar-ul-Anwar V. 74
(source: M. Salimi, Article 1, Volume 25, Number 305, Autumn 2012, Page 4-4, Mahjubah Magazine)
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A GLIMPSE AT WHAT WE DO
OUR PARTNERS
The Majlis-e-Ulama-Shia Europe (MUS) Jafar-e-Tayyar
Zone Conference was held at Idara-e-Jaaferiya on 06
October 2013. The event focused on networking and
organising our centres and communities. Learn more at:
www.majlis.org.uk
CELEBRATIONS
SUNDAY SCHOOL
The Ahlulbayt (A.S) teach us to be happy
over their happiness and sad over their grief.
Jashan-e-Mowlood-e-Kaaba is the major
annual celebration at Idara-e-Jaaferiya.
Hosting world-renown recitors and fivecourse meals, this is unquestionably the
biggest Islamic celebration in South London.
Ya Ali!
The introduction of Fish &
Chips at Sunday school
improved attendance and
punctuality.
To the disappointment of
many students who prefer
chips with a lot of ketchup
and mayonnaise, Idara is
currently exploring more
healthy lunch options!
FUNDRAISING
Our activities extend far beyond the outer walls of Idara-eJaaferiya. Earlier this year we helped raise over £1600 for blind
and partially sighted people, and generous brothers and
sisters donated blankets and shelters for the Pakistan flood
victims (they literally filled the basement room from ground
to ceiling!)
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Pillars and Strategies: Idara EC
In analysing Idara’s activities Pillar 1: Azadari
and performance in previous
• World renown marsiya
years, the current Idara EC
reciters hosted including
decided to identify strategies to
Shaheed Sibte Jafar, Abrar
build on our strengths, address
Hussain and Mukhtar
our weaknesses, capitalise on
Hussain
the opportunities, and counter
the threats. The strategies were
• World
renown
noha
thematically categorised under
khwans hosted including
the following pillars: Azadari,
Syed Nadeem Sarwar, Ali
Adults, Youth, Peace and Unity,
Safdar, Mukhtar Hussain
Deceased, Hygiene, Fundraising
and Lahore Party (Ravi
Support
and
Collaborative
Road)
Projects, Safety.
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English speaking recitors
including: Sheikh Shomali,
Sheikh Hamza Sodagar,
Syed Taqi Razvi, Sheikh
Amin Rastani, Sheikh Isa
Jahangir, Sheikh Zakaria,
Sheikh Ahmed Haneef and
Syed Bahrul Uloom.
•
Urdu reciters including:
Maulana Sadiq Hasan,
Maulana
Ali
Murtaza
Zaidi,
Maulana
Taqi
Rahimyan and Maulana
Taqi Shah
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Improved meals at each
major event including
Biryani, Karahi, Nihari,
Haleem, Paya, Mexican
Enchiladas, Burger and
Chips, Pizza and more
sweet dishes than we can
recall!
Continued…
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Pride of Idara
Pillar 2: Adults
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Quran
classes
pronunciation
•
Ahkaam (Fiqh) classes
with live tutorials from
Molana Hassan Abbas
•
Q&A
sessions
after
regular programmes
•
Sunday
Fajr
jamaat
namaaz followed by
breakfast
•
Over 50s Ladies club
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Ladies’ one-dish events
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Marriage bureau
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Employment support
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IT Training Courses in
MS Office and Project
Management
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Coaches to vigils in
support of the victims of
the Quetta attack.
Pillar 3:Youth
•
Coach for Ladies to
attend Hijab Exhibition
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Idara Ladies organised
Ladies of Light Event
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Hawza Classes at Idara
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Fish, chips and Pizza
during Sunday School
Lunch for kids
•
Regular Football and
cricket
training
for
youth – Hyderi B (who
won the COEJ football
tournament)
was
actually comprised of
only
the
Idara-eJaaferiya
Under
11
team!
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Daily Quran classes led
by Molana Mukhtar
Abbas
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Youth play illustrating
the
atrocities
being
committed on innocent
Shia professionals in
Pakistan
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Thursday Night Youth
Project – Interactive
sessions with scholars in
including Syed Naqvi,
Molana Taqi Razvi,
Sheikh Zakaria, Molana
Musharraf
Hussaini,
Sheikh Mahdi Rastani,
Syed Naqvi and others
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English speakers hosted
during first 10 days of
Muharram and other
major nights including
Sheikh Shomali, Syed
Ali
Murtaza
Zaidi,
Sadiq Hassan, Sheikh
Isa Jahangir and Sheikh
Ayyub Rashid.
Continued…
Football Team
The Idara-e-Jaaferiya football
team is a true force to be
reckoned with. Some of the
brothers are semiprofessional footballers.
Want to join one of our
teams? Contact Brother
Shahid Shamsi or Brother
Aun Naqvi for details.
Sunday School
Under the guidance of
Maulana Hasan Abbas Rizvi
and Maulana Mukhtar
Abbas, and with a lot of
dedicated hours put in from
the Sisters section, we
recreate Makkah every year
for our students to perform
mock up Hajj. (above:
students in Ihram receiving
instructions from Molana)
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Pillar 4: Peace and Unity
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Raising awareness on
the difference between
la’nah (a prayer to
remove mercy) and foul
language insults.
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Employed a full-time
cleaner
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Hygiene rating up to
level 3
Raising awareness to
public on non-Muslim
perspectives on Imam
Hussain by Edward
Gibbon, Pundit Nehru,
Mahatma Gandhi and
others.
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New toilet area with
more cubicles and more
handwash dispensers
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New carpet fitted in
main hall following
blood spillages on old
carpet
Encouraging the youth
to participate with other
centres in the UK in
sports activities and
plays, including the
Council of European
Jamaats (COEJ), Islamic
Centre
of
England,
M360 Youth in Luton
and Imamia Youth
Punctual prayer times
Pillar 5: Deceased
Pillar 7: Fundraising support
and collaborative Projects
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Selling Krispy Kreme
doughnuts
and
a
variety of homemade
snacks outside Idara to
raise money to support
the blind and partially
sighted (RNIB)
•
Clothes and shelter item
collection for Pakistan
Flood Victims
•
Idara Youth were part
of a team which raised
£4000 for the charity
Action for Hearing Loss
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Idara’s own hearse
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Ghusl, body storage and
funeral support for all
regardless of the school
of thought or culture the
deceased belonged too
•
Palestinian dates sale to
raise money to support
the oppressed
Ghusl Training courses
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Idara
representatives
spoke at and joined the
fundraiser at Luton to
raise funds for the new
Masjid-e-Ali building
•
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Pillar 6: Hygiene
Pillar 8: Safety
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Jaaferiya Youth were
managing traffic flow
on busy main road
during Muharram 2013
•
Replaced
enhanced
quality camera system
to ensure safety of the
community following
attack
on
Brother
Ekram Haque outside
Idara on 31 August
2009 which led to his
death, and the attacks
on Brothers Ataa Mir
and Imdad Bukhari on
the same day
Ghusl Kafan Training
Idara led a hugely successful
Ghusl Kafan training course in
2012.
You can now watch the entire
6-part training programme
online.
Visit www.youtube.com and
search “ghusl training idara”
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(UK)
Youth Corner: Sayyeda Zainab (A.S)
Name: Zainab (a.s)
Title: Siddiqua-e-Sughra
Kunyat: Umm-al-Masaib
Born: In Madina on 5th Jamadi-al-Awwal, 5th Year after
Hijrah
The shrine of Sayyeda Zainab (A.S), south
of Damascus
Mother: Hadrat Fatima Zahra (A.S)
Father: Imam Ali (A.S)
Grandmother: Hadrat Khadija-e-Kubra
Grandfather: Holy Prophet (PBUH)
Task: Try and memorise these facts!
Sahifa Sajjadiyah:
dua for good
outcomes
Sahifa Sajjaidyah is a collection of
supplications
and
whispered
prayers composed by the greatgrandson of the Holy Prophet
(PBUH), Imam Sajjad (A.S).
It includes supplication for the
Coming of the Month of
Ramadhan, and supplication for
Bidding Farewell to the Month of
Ramadhan.
At the end there is also the famous
Treatise on Rights that explains
beautifully the rights in an Islamic
point of view.
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O He remembering whom brings
honour to those who remember!
O He thanking whom brings
triumph to those who give thanks!
Takfiri militants load a mortar. Mortar shells
hit the holy shrine of Sayyeda Zainab (A.S)
on Friday 19 July 2013
O He obeying whom brings
deliverance to those who obey!
And when the days of our life have
passed by,
Bless
Muhammad
and
his
Household, and divert our hearts
through remembering You from
every act of remembrance,
the terms of our lifetimes have
elapsed,
our tongues through thanking You
from every act of thanksgiving,
our limbs through obeying You from
every act of obedience!
If You have ordained for us idleness
from these occupations, make it an
idleness of safety, within which no ill
consequence visits us or weariness
overtakes us!
Then the writers of evil deeds may
depart from us with a page empty of
the mention of our evil deeds,
and the writers of good deeds may
turn away from us happy with the
good deeds of ours which they have
written.
and Your call, which must come and
be answered, summons us forth,
then bless Muhammad and his
Household and make the outcome of
what the writers of our works count
against us an accepted repentance,
which afterwards gave us no rest in a
sin that we committed or an act of
disobedience that we performed!
Remove not from us any covering
with which You have covered over
the heads of the witnesses on the day
when the records of Your servants
are tried!
Verily You are compassionate to him
who supplicates You, the responder
to him who calls upon You!
How you can support Idara-e-Jaaferiya
1. Become a member of Idara-e-Jaaferiya
2. Donate to Idara-e-Jaaferiya.
3. Encourage your children to attend one or more of the weekly classes at Idara and join the
ongoing youth projects and activities.
Terms and Conditions for Membership, Membership Forms, and Donation Forms are all available
online under the ‘Membership’ section of our website: www.idara-e-jaaferiya.org.uk
If you have any questions drop us an email at: [email protected]. We aim to respond to
all emails within 3 working days.
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