Program Schedule
Join our leading scholars as they examine both the external and internal dimensions of the Qur'an and share their commentary and insights in Al-Madina's Annual Pearls of the Qur'an conference on September 27th - September 29th, 2024 in Reston, VA, close to Dulles International Airport.
Session Time | Session Title | Speakers |
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10:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Check-in & RegistrationPlease stop by the check-in station to pick up your name tag and conference materials. |
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1:00 PM - 1:30 PM | Jummah PrayerJummah prayer led by Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui |
Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui
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2:20 PM - 3:30 PM | Having A Good Opinion of AllahGod’s mercy and wisdom is ever-present in our lives, even in times of difficulty. Maintaining a positive attitude with Allah nurtures trust, hope and contentment. How can we learn how to cultivate this perspective? |
Shaykh Hassan Lachheb
Shaykh Yahya Rhodus
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3:40 PM - 4:40 PM | Ties That Bind UsIn our spiritual journey, we are not alone. From our closest family and friends to our brothers and sisters far-removed in time and space, we are tied together as believers. For both our personal and collective well-being, these relationships must be nurtured for a true God-centered community to be established. What are the practical ways we can strengthen these ties? |
Shaykh Riad Saloojee
Imam Dawud Walid
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5:00 PM - 5:30 PM | Asr & the Daily Remembrance of God (Evening Adhkaar) |
Shaykh Ismet Akcin
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7:00 PM - 7:30 PM | Maghrib |
Shaykh Ismet Akcin
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7:50 PM - 8:30 PM | Time For ChangeThe nature of our lives is one of constant change. We age, people come in and out of our lives, and aspirations, jobs and finances fluctuate. We strive to develop strategies to adapt to these changes to achieve our goals of material success, while our hearts, the true locus of meaningful change, remain stagnant. How can we embrace positive changes in habits and lifestyle that draw us closer to Allah and enhance our spiritual and worldly lives? |
Shaykh Yasir Fahmy
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8:40 PM - 9:20 PM | Openings: Reflections From Surah FathWhat does true victory look like, and when does it occur? Our conceptions of success are tied to our very limited knowledge as human beings. When we reflect on the Qur’an, we see that Allah is always with us, and that His help is right around the corner, not in the way we think but in the way that He wants for us in His Divine Wisdom. |
Shaykh Hassan Lachheb
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9:30 PM - 10:15 PM | Seeking AllahIn this series, Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui will explore the critical issues we must consider if we are to be true seekers of the Divine. |
Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui
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10:15 PM - 10:35 PM | Joining the Hearts Through the Qur’an |
Shaykh Ismet Akcin
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11:00 PM - 11:15 PM | Isha |
Shaykh Ismet Akcin
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Session Time | Session Title | Speakers |
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6:15 AM - 6:45 AM | Fajr & the Daily Remembrance of God (Morning Adhkaar) |
Shaykh Ismet Akcin
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9:00 AM - 10:00 AM | Fulfilling the TrustAs stewards of the Earth, we are entrusted by Allah to care for His creation. What are our spiritual and ethical obligations to protect the environment, promote justice and ensure the well-being of all life? |
Dr. Amir Abdelzaher
Dr. Ali Hazratji
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9:00 AM - 10:00 AM | Qur’anic Reflections [Sisters Only]From the minutiae of the day-to-day to pressing existential questions, the Qur’an provides an endless resource to inspire and enrich our life. How can we be better readers of the Qur’an to make it our lifelong companion in our journey to the Divine? |
Dr. Zulekha Jalal
Dr. Zainab Alwani
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9:00 AM - 10:00 AM | Modesty in the Digital Age [Youth] |
Imam Sami Zaharna
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9:00 AM - 10:00 AM | Learning to Take Advice [Youth] |
Ustadh Naeem Saloojee
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10:15 AM - 11:00 AM | Being Authentic with AllahBeing true to oneself is not about opening the door to the lower self but being sincere and genuine with Allah. Regardless of our external circumstances, identities and affiliations, focusing on how we connect and stand with God and His Messenger ﷺ is what fosters a life of true peace and fulfillment. |
Imam Dawud Walid
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11:10 AM - 11:50 AM | Remembrance of Death and the AfterlifeTo live our best life, we must remember our death. Regularly reflecting on our mortality and visualizing our soul passing through the stages of the afterlife is a powerful tool for our spiritual growth. How can we align our actions in this world with the eternal reality that lies beyond this world? |
Shaykh Yahya Rhodus
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11:50 AM - 12:10 PM | Dhikr |
Ustadh Moutasem Atiya
Shaykh Ismet Akcin
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1:30 PM - 1:50 PM | Dhuhr |
Shaykh Ismet Akcin
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2:05 PM - 2:55 PM | Seeking AllahIn this series, Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui will explore the critical issues we must consider if we are to be true seekers of the Divine. |
Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui
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3:05 PM - 3:45 PM | Rasulullah ﷺ and Syeda Khadija: A Union of SoulsThe Marriage of the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) with Sayedah Khadija teaches us timeless lessons about how we should model our relationships. How can we integrate these timeless principles into our daily lives to promote a culture of respect, humility, nobility, and kindness? |
Shaykh Riad Saloojee
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3:55 PM - 4:45 PM | Moments With the MessengerEmulating the character of the best of creation is facilitated by spending time with him. How is this possible? The transformative power of sending prayers on the Prophet ﷺ gives us regular time to be in his spiritual presence, moments that inspire us to embody his noble qualities in our daily life. |
Shaykh Hassan Lachheb
Ustadh Moutasem Atiya
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5:00 PM - 5:25 PM | Asr & the Daily Remembrance of God (Evening Adhkaar) |
Shaykh Ismet Akcin
Shaykh Riad Saloojee
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7:10 PM - 7:40 PM | Maghrib |
Shaykh Ismet Akcin
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8:00 PM - 9:00 PM | ConversationsIn this live session of their online series, Moutasem Atiya and Yasir Fahmy navigate through a number of emotive and spiritually charged topics, offering insights that bridge the realms of Islamic teachings and contemporary challenges. |
Ustadh Moutasem Atiya
Shaykh Yasir Fahmy
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9:15 PM - 10:00 PM | Seeking AllahIn this series, Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui will explore the critical issues we must consider if we are to be true seekers of the Divine. |
Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui
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10:00 PM - 10:30 PM | Mawlid -un-Nabi: Celebrating the Beloved |
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11:00 PM - 11:15 PM | Isha |
Shaykh Ismet Akcin
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6:15 AM - 6:45 PM | Fajr & the Daily Remembrance of God (Morning Adhkaar) |
Shaykh Ismet Akcin
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9:00 AM - 10:00 AM | Wisdom of the SaintsThe timeless examples of the saints (awliya), revered for their piety and closeness to Allah, provide us inspiration and practical insights on setting on our own path to the Divine. |
Shaykh Yahya Rhodus
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9:00 AM - 10:00 AM | Qur’anic Reflections [Sisters Only]From the minutiae of the day-to-day to pressing existential questions, the Qur’an provides an endless resource to inspire and enrich our life. How can we be better readers of the Qur’an to make it our lifelong companion in our journey to the Divine? |
Dr. Zulekha Jalal
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9:00 AM - 10:00 AM | Heroes: Past & Present [Youth] |
Dr. Amir Abdelzaher
Imam Dawud Walid
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10:15 AM - 11:00 AM | Seeking AllahIn this series, Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui will explore the critical issues we must consider if we are to be true seekers of the Divine. |
Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui
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11:10 AM - 12:00 PM | The Power of DuaDua is our direct link with God, a means to seek Divine help as well as a powerful act of worship that strengthens our faith and trust in Allah’s wisdom. How can we make our dua more purposeful and effective in our life? |
Imam Sami Zaharna
Shaykh Riad Saloojee
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12:00 PM - 12:15 PM | Dhikr |
Imam Sami Zaharna
Ustadh Moutasem Atiya
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1:30 PM - 1:50 PM | Dhuhr |
Shaykh Ismet Akcin
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2:05 PM - 2:45 PM | Hearts TogetherThe Messenger of Allah ﷺ established a community with a vision of collective growth. What are ways we can foster spiritual and ethical communities of purpose in our own neighborhoods? |
Shaykha Muslema Purmul
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2:55 PM - 3:50 PM | Living With GraceThe Prophet ﷺ was the living embodiment of the Qur’an, a model of compassion and virtue. Moving forward, how do we incorporate that model into our own behavior, and foster a graceful approach to challenges and relationships in alignment with Qur’anic principles? |
Dr. Zainab Alwani
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4:00 PM - 4:40 PM | Seeking AllahIn this series, Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui will explore the critical issues we must consider if we are to be true seekers of the Divine. |
Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui
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