โAllah will raise those who have believed among you and those who were given knowledge, by degrees.โ โ Surah Al-Mujadila (58:11)
Arqam Seminary & Masjid Al-Haqq Series.ย
Reviving the Heart: Softening and Awakening the Soul
๐ August 16 (Saturday) & 17 (Sunday)
๐ 11:00 AM โ 5:00 PM (Both Days)
๐ Masjid Al-Haqq, Lombard, IL | Attend In-Person or Virtually
โTruly, in the body there is a piece of flesh which, if it is sound, the whole body is sound; and if it is corrupt, the whole body is corrupt. Truly, it is the heart.โ
โ Prophet Muhammad ๏ทบ (Bukhari & Muslim)
In a world that distracts and desensitizes us, reviving the heart is essential. Join Shaykh Ibrahim Zidan for a transformative two-day seminar exploring the classical work:
Dhamm Qaswat al-Qalb โ The Condemnation of the Hardness of the Heart by Imam Ibn Rajab al-Hanbali.
Together, we will learn how to recognize the signs of a hardened heart and apply the remedies found in the Qurโan, Sunnah, and the wisdom of the early generations.
What is The Weekend Majlis?
A recurring immersive seminar series featuring classical Islamic texts taught by Shaykh Ibrahim Zidan during his visits to Masjid Al-Haqq. Each weekend offers deep reflection, meaningful discussion, and actionable knowledge โ all in a family-friendly and spiritually uplifting setting.
๐ This Sessionโs Focus
โThe Condemnation of the Hardness of the Heartโ
A timeless reminder on how heedlessness, sin, and worldly distractions can damage the heart โ and how to bring it back to life with sincerity, remembrance, and righteous action.
๐ธ Free Admission โ Registration Required
Whether you’re joining to reconnect, reflect, or revive your heart โ this Majlis is open to all seekers of knowledge and growth.
๐ Session Overview
Day 1: Recognizing the Hardened Heart
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Saturday, August 16 | ๐ 11:00 AM โ 5:00 PM
Uncover the signs, causes, and consequences of spiritual hardness โ and how to avoid falling into heedlessness and spiritual numbness.
Day 2: Reviving the Soft Heart
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Sunday, August 17 | ๐ 11:00 AM โ 5:00 PM
Learn practical methods to soften the heart using daily habits of remembrance, worship, and sincere repentance โ rooted in the Qurโan and Sunnah.
Through interactive learning, memorization, and group discussions, students will strengthen their connection to Allah ๏ทป and deepen their understanding of Islamic character and belief.
โจ May Allah make this summer a turning point โ a journey of healing, purpose, and connection.
Individuals who complete this seminar can receive various levels of formal certification from Sheikh Ibrahim in the text by taking an exam and/or memorizing the text โ reviving our tradition of seeking knowledge.
Donโt miss this chance โ whether youโre a student about to start the school year or a family seeking to hold on to the spirit of Ramadan and Dhul Hijjah, this class, inshaโAllah, will restore focus to what matters most.