Jaffari Community Centre

19 May 2024 - 11 Dhul Qadah 1445 AH Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/ Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

- Comparison between 1960s student protests and present-day protests: - 1960s: Massive anti-war movement during Vietnam War. - Present: Pro-Palestine protests across North American campuses despite arrests. - Global spread of present student protests: - Canadian universities: Protests from McGill to Vancouver against Gaza war. - Worldwide protests: Netherlands, Belgium, Ireland, Sw

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- Commemoration of the demise of Imam Ja‘far aṣ-Ṣādiq (a) this weekend. - Reminder of important advice from the Imam regarding relationships within the community, emphasizing praise, purification, and assistance between members. - Highlighting the contrast between Islamic values of sharing blessings with those less fortunate and the lack of compassion in capitalism. - Reflec

- The conflict in Gaza has been exposing America's hypocrisy on human rights through it's diplomatic juggling. - Universities are have also become an arena of dissent regarding US foreign policies. - Pro-Palestinian protests in universities have escalated to calls for divestment from companies supporting Israel's actions. - High school protests against the war occurred, with warnin

- Eid holds immense significance as a day deemed worthy by Allah. - Gratitude for global unity in Eid celebrations facilitated by technological advancements. - Quranic verses highlight mastery over nature and its responsible exploitation. - Communal observance of Ramadan emphasized, acknowledging the role of volunteers and technology. - Theme of competing for virtues in the afterli

- Recitation of the full version of Salaatul Ayat - Explanation and history of the meaning behind this prayer during natural phenomenon - Discussing the upcoming moonsighting of Shawwal 1445 / Eid ul Fitr - Moonsighting tool for the North American community at https://al-m.ca/moonsighting Solar Eclipse April 8, 2024 Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/ Ja

- Last Friday of Ramadhān observed, hoping for acceptance of rituals by Almighty Allāh. - Gaza Strip suffering, Israel blamed for not respecting laws of war, targeting aid workers. - Seven World Central Kitchen staff killed in Israeli airstrikes, aid efforts hindered. - World Central Kitchen responsible for 60% of aid, accused Israel of using starvation as a weapon. - Internation

- Surah al-Isra, verse 71, highlights the significance of Imāmat, especially on Laylat al-Qadr. - The verse emphasizes that every community will be raised with its leader or imām on the Day of Judgment. - Two outcomes are delineated: those following a divine guide will be saved, while those following ungodly leaders will face punishment. - It's essential to know and follow the ap

- Focusing on the concept of Imāmat in the Qur’ān, specifically referencing Prophet Ibrāhim (a). - Ibrāhim's exemplary status is highlighted, as he was promised Imāmat by Allah, indicating its significance. - Three key conclusions are drawn from this verse: Imāmat is superior to prophethood, it's solely Allah's prerogative, and it's only for the ma‘ṣūm