Intensive Program in Islamic Studies

โ€œAllah 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
๐Ÿ“† August 16 (Saturday) & 17 (Sunday)
๐Ÿ•š 11:00 AM โ€“ 5:00 PM (Both Days)
๐Ÿ“ Masjid Al-Haqq, Lombard, IL | Attend In-Person or Virtually

โ€œTruly, 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 Qurโ€™an, 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.


๐Ÿ“š This Sessionโ€™s Focus

โ€œThe 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.


๐Ÿ”ธ 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.


๐Ÿ—“ Session Overview

Day 1: Recognizing the Hardened Heart

๐Ÿ“… Saturday, August 16 | ๐Ÿ•š 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

๐Ÿ“… Sunday, August 17 | ๐Ÿ•š 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 Qurโ€™an 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.

โœจ May Allah make this summer a turning point โ€” a journey of healing, purpose, and connection.

๐Ÿ“œ Formal Certification.

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.

Donโ€™t miss this chance โ€” whether youโ€™re 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, inshaโ€™Allah, will restore focus to what matters most.

Enrollment Form

The First seminar on a book by ibn Rajab ุฐู… ู‚ุณูˆุฉ ุงู„ู‚ู„ุจ (Dhamm Qaswat al-Qalb), Condemnation of the Hardness of the Heart - it is a short book focused on identifying and reviving a hard heart - a topic that is relevant to all individuals and families.

Full Name of Student
Note: Students under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian during all in-person sessions.
Gender of Student
Note: Female students should be aware that a designated area will be provided for sisters during the in-person sessions.
Note: Please write down how many students from your family attending the program inshaAllah.

Agreement

By registering for The Weekend Majlis, I acknowledge that:

- I am joining this seminar with the sincere intention to seek sacred knowledge and benefit from traditional Islamic learning.

- I understand that the program is designed for serious learners of all ages, and I commit to attending attentively and respectfully.

- Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all times during the sessions.

May Allah ๏ทป make this gathering a source of light and guidance for us all. Ameen.

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