Islamic Marriage Course [Online]

Allah SWT says

"And from Allah's signs of greatness is that He has created for you, from amongst you, spouses (in marriage)..."

The ABC's of Love and Mercy [Online]

The ABC's of Love and Mercy is a short course focusing on Islamic marriage and related Fiqh (Islamic jurisprudence), and serves as an excellent platform to learn about the Islamic framework that guides and governs this exciting union, especially suited for Muslims in South Africa.

The course utilises modern teaching methods and pedagogies to ensure that you leave the course feeling informed, liberated and inspired.

The course explores the practical elements of marriage through the lens of the Shari'ah (Islamic law), providing Islamic perspectives for contemporary issues. Modern-day challenges that affect Muslim marriages, particularly within the South African context, will be highlighted and discussed.

The course will provide a refreshing outlook on keeping a Muslim marriage on a path of bliss.

The ABC's of Love and Mercy is presented by Shaykh Mukhtar Raban.

If you live in Nelson Mandela Bay (Port Elizabeth and Uitenhage), then consider attending the FACE-TO-FACE version of this course: the Islamic Marriage Master Class.

About the instructor

Shaykh Mukhtar Raban resides in Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), South Africa and is a Shari'ah graduate of the renowned Islamic University of Madinah. He is also an academic in education and applied linguistics, and lectures at Nelson Mandela University. He serves as the director for teaching and learning at the International Open University. He is the Head Imam at Masjidut Taqwa, one of the largest mosques in the Eastern Cape. He has been teaching and lecturing for more than 12 years, is a member of the Muslim Judicial Council (MJC) SA, and is also a registered marriage officer for the Department of Home Affairs, RSA.

Who is the course for?

The course is intended for those about to get married or in their first years of marriage. We recommend that you attend this course with your partner (fiance-to-be, fiance, or spouse).
Many assume that marriage education is 'counseling', and is actually only needed when a marriage is already facing challenges. This is a major misconception! In reality, when couples are ignorant of the laws of Islam governing marriages, they often face additional marital challenges. It also becomes more difficult to embrace fully the beauty of Islamic marriages when one is preoccupied with conflict. So, don't wait for a marital fight before learning about Islamic marriages. The course highlights common causes of general marital discord and offers solutions from the Shari'ah to keep a marriage on track. The course is structured to offer 'something' for everyone.

Currently, the course is open to South African nationals and residents only due to the contextualised nature of some of the course content.

Everyone is welcome

Whether you are thinking about marriage, getting married, or married already - join us!

How and what will you learn?

The course is presented completely online via scheduled live (synchronous) sessions on Zoom. Participants will join the instructor in a virtual room (online) for informative presentations and critical discussions.
Course notes and other e-resources will be emailed to participants.
All online sessions are recorded, particularly for participants that might have missed a live session. You'll be able to access a recording shortly after a class was presented.
Quizzes are released after the sessions to keep track of your learning.

The following topics will be explored during the course:

Islamic engagement & Islamic marriage
The protection of women in Islam
Love & mercy of marriage
The wedding day & beyond
The Islamic marital agreement and contract (including Shari'ah compliant anti-nuptial contracts)
Getting married in South Africa - exploring Muslim rights and registered marriages
Rights of husband & wife
Marital intimacy
Dealing with marital conflict & discord
Islamic divorce & its rulings
The Muslim household - establishing an abode of Sakeenah
Raising a Muslim family - reflecting on the rights of children
Communication between the couple
Financial management and Nafaqah (maintenance) in a South African context
Strengthening the marital bond

If you live in Nelson Mandela Bay (Port Elizabeth and Uitenhage), then consider attending the FACE-TO-FACE version of this course: the Islamic Marriage Master Class.

When will the course be offered?

The course is offered via 9 live online sessions on Zoom on Tuesday evenings at 7pm (19h00 GMT+2 South African time).
The course runs during 9 weeks with a 90-minute online session weekly (7pm to 8:30pm).
The next offering of this course is:
OFFERING B: July-September 2024
The 9 live sessions online on Zoom of OFFERING B will take place on the following dates:

16, 23, 30 July
6, 13, 20, 27 August
3, 10 September

How much does it cost?

The cost of the course is R 500.00 per person or R 900.00 per couple (for two participants co-registering).
After you've applied and been accepted, you'll receive instructions to pay for the course.

How do I apply?

Apply for this course online : APPLY HERE.

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