Nights of Illumination
A spiritual retreat (non-residential) in the company of internationally renowned scholar and spiritual guide: His Eminence Shaykh Muhammad al-Yaqoubi and guests. During the last ten nights of the holy month of Ramadan.
** Please note: due to unforeseen circumstances, Shaykh Muhammad al-Yaqoubi is unable to attend the retreat in-person. Shaykh Muhammad will attend exclusively at the event via a LIVE video feed. **
** Please note: due to unforeseen circumstances, Shaykh Muhammad al-Yaqoubi is unable to attend the retreat in-person. Shaykh Muhammad will attend exclusively at the event via a LIVE video feed. **
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Date & Time
Friday 14th April 2023 4.30PM - Sunday 16th April 5.00AM |
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Location
The Maddison, 220 City Road, Bradford, BD8 8JY, United Kingdom Please note: there are no facilities at the venue for overnight accommodation. Attendees are required to make their own arrangements for overnight accommodation.
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Shaykh Muhammad al-Yaqoubi (Live Video Feed)
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Guidance Hub is honoured to announce our first annual Ramadan spiritual retreat with his eminence Shaykh Muhammad al-Yaqoubi.
Shaykh Muhammad, a direct descendent of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, is widely recognised as one of the most influential Muslim leaders in the world today; with his speeches, classes, and publications having impacted millions of people around the world. A prolific writer and a poet, his most recent books - the ‘Shama’il of al-Habib al-Mustafa’ and ‘Introduction to Sahih al-Bukhari’ - are indispensable for every Muslim. He has penned 60 poems, of over 5000 lines, in praise of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ - including the doubling (tashtir) of the famous Burdah and Hamziyya poems - which earned him the title of ‘the Busiri of this time’. In recognition of his work for building peace and harmony, and better understanding between all religious groups, Shaykh Muhammad received the International Award of Ambassador of Liberty and Peace in 2016. For several years running, the Royal Aal al-Bayt has included him as one of the 500 most influential Muslims in the world, with the 2022 edition placing him 37th. His bestselling book, ‘Refuting ISIS’, has been published in 6 languages, including Arabic and English, and is widely heralded by critics. The book has played a significant role against Daesh and has been accredited with saving the lives of many youths, whilst helping non-Muslims Islam understand Islam’s position on this hot topic. |
Shaykh Muhammad Yaseen
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Born and raised in Birmingham, Shaykh Muhammad Yaseen developed an interest in acquiring the traditional Islamic Sciences from an early age. His enthusiasm led him to travel to the blessed lands of Sham (Syria), where he meet many great scholars and men of Allāh. He spent a year there studying Arabic at the University of Damascus as well as attending lessons of some of the great luminaries of our era in Damascus. Shaykh Yaseen was blessed to attend many gatherings and classes with His Eminence Shaykh Muhammad Al-Yaqoubi.
Upon his return to the UK, Shaykh Yaseen continued his studies with Shaykh Rasul Bakhsh Saeedi and Mufti Yar Muhammad. He studied a number of classical texts across a variety of disciplines including Hadith Studies, Quranic Exegesis, Arabic linguistics, Jurisprudence, Theology, Legal Theory, Logic, and Hadith Principles. Alongside his theological studies, Shaykh Yaseen completed his undergraduate studies in Computer Science. Since 2005, Shaykh Yaseen has taught across the UK and lectured on a variety of issues facing the muslim ummah. |
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Shaykh Mufti Wajid Iqbal
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Shaykh Mufti Wajid Iqbal descends from a noble family of scholars. Most notably, his mother’s uncle was the honourable Shaykh Mufti Abdul Hakim, the Grand Mufti of Kashmir.
Under traditional tutelage, Shaykh Mufti Wajid has completed all aspects of the highly revered ‘Dars-i-Nizami’ curriculum; remarkably, he has never missed a class of sacred knowledge over a 11 year period, which culminated in being authorised in iftah at the age of 27. As well as being the founder and head principal at Essential Islam, Shaykh Mufti Wajid is an Imam at the Jamiyat Tabligh-ul-Islam Victor Street Masjid, Bradford as well as a Friday prayer preacher at the Bradford Central Mosque. He has been teaching all aspects and levels of the Islamic sciences in Bradford and further afield for well over a decade, whilst also being a stand bearer for spirituality in the local and wider community. |
Retreat Schedule
FRIDAY 14th APRIL
4.30pm Doors Open
5.30pm Welcome and Introduction
6.00pm Asr Prayer
6.30pm Session ONE
8.11pm Open fast, Maghrib Prayer and Iftar
10.30pm Isha Prayer and Tarawih
11.30pm Session TWO
SATURDAY 15th APRIL
1.00am Rest
2.00am Tahujjad and Dhikr
3.00am Suhur Meal
4.16am Sehri Ends
4.30am Fajr Prayer and Quran Recitation
5.00am Attendees Depart to Rest in Hotels/Accommodation
4.30pm Session THREE
6.00pm Asr Prayer
6.30pm Session FOUR
8.13pm Open fast, Maghrib Prayer and Iftar
10.30pm Isha Prayer and Tarawih
11.30pm Session FIVE
SUNDAY 16th APRIL
1.00am Rest
2.00am Tahujjad & Dhikr
3.00am Suhur Meal
4.13am Sehri Ends
4.30am Fajr Prayer and Quran Recitation
5.00am Final Dua and Departure
4.30pm Doors Open
5.30pm Welcome and Introduction
6.00pm Asr Prayer
6.30pm Session ONE
8.11pm Open fast, Maghrib Prayer and Iftar
10.30pm Isha Prayer and Tarawih
11.30pm Session TWO
SATURDAY 15th APRIL
1.00am Rest
2.00am Tahujjad and Dhikr
3.00am Suhur Meal
4.16am Sehri Ends
4.30am Fajr Prayer and Quran Recitation
5.00am Attendees Depart to Rest in Hotels/Accommodation
4.30pm Session THREE
6.00pm Asr Prayer
6.30pm Session FOUR
8.13pm Open fast, Maghrib Prayer and Iftar
10.30pm Isha Prayer and Tarawih
11.30pm Session FIVE
SUNDAY 16th APRIL
1.00am Rest
2.00am Tahujjad & Dhikr
3.00am Suhur Meal
4.13am Sehri Ends
4.30am Fajr Prayer and Quran Recitation
5.00am Final Dua and Departure
Venue
The Maddison, is one of the premier banqueting venues in the north of England. Providing a befitting venue for our spiritual retreat. The retreat will be conducted within a traditional setting with attendees sitting on a carpeted floor.
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Address
The Maddison, City Road, Bradford, BD8 8JY, United Kingdom Getting Here Nearest train station: Bradford Interchange Nearest airports: Leeds Bradford Airport and Manchester Airport Parking Free on-site parking available. Please note: there are no facilities at the venue for overnight accommodation. Attendees are required to make their own arrangements for overnight accommodation. |
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Retreat Fee
Adults: £100 Children under 11 years: £50 Children under 5 (accompanying mothers): £15 Retreat fee includes: Entry, Iftar meals, Suhur meals and refreshments. Please note: The retreat fee does not include any overnight accommodation. Attendees will need to make their own accommodation arrangements. There are no refunds available for this event. |
FAQs
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not included in the retreat. Attendees will need to make their own accommodation arrangements.
Can you recommend accommodation?
There are a large number of hotels located in Bradford and the areas surrounding the venue. We recommend to use www.booking.com or your preferred hotel search engine to make a booking.
Is this event available online?
No. This seminar will only be available on-campus.
Are ladies allowed to join?
This seminar is open to males and females.
Will this event be delivered in English?
Yes.
Are there any prerequisites?
There are no prerequisites for this event.
Can families sit together?
There will be segregated seating arrangements for this event. Children under 11 are not permitted entry into the main seminar hall for this event. Children aged 5 - 10 years old will have a dedicated space and will have their own tailored programme under the supervision of our volunteer team until 11.00pm. Children aged 4 years and under will be required to sit in the mother and toddler room along with their mothers or female carers.
Do children (under 11) need tickets?
Yes, all children require a ticket. Please ensure you hold a ticket for your child.
Will there be any provision for mothers with toddlers?
We have a dedicated space for mothers and young children aged under 5 years. All mothers with toddlers will be required to sit in the mother and toddler room. As spaces in this room are limited, entry will be given on a first come first serve basis (upon registration). Once the spaces are full, no further entries will be allowed. Children under 11 will not be allowed in the main seminar hall.
Will there be any provision for children under 11?
Special arrangements will be made for children aged 5 - 10 years old. With a dedicated room and a special programme developed just for them. This programme will draw to a close at 11.00pm. From 11.00pm onwards parents will be required to join the children (under 11s) in the dedicated room with an audio and visual link to the main hall. Children under 11 years will not be allowed to enter the main seminar hall.
Can we bring duvets and pillows for children in the mother and toddler room and in the 5 - 10 year olds room?
Yes.
What if I am unable to attend?
We are not able to offer any refunds for this event. Places can be transferred. Please get in touch if you would like to change the name on your ticket.
Will there be food available?
Iftar and suhur meals will be provided. Unfortunately, we are not able to cater for any specific dietary requirements. A meat and non-meat option will be provided based on your selection at the time of registration.
What are the arrangements for prayer?
Prayer will be prayed in congregation.
Am I allowed to attend if I am not praying?
Yes.
Will recordings be provided?
There will be no recordings provided for this event.
Can I make my own recordings?
We follow a strict safeguarding policy. As such, all video and audio recordings and photography by attendees are strictly prohibited and only permitted for the official media team. Anyone in violation of this will have their registration cancelled and required to leave the event (no refunds will be issued).
Who do I contact if I have any issues?
Please contact our administration team by email admin@guidancehub.org or WhatsApp +447983432900
Accommodation is not included in the retreat. Attendees will need to make their own accommodation arrangements.
Can you recommend accommodation?
There are a large number of hotels located in Bradford and the areas surrounding the venue. We recommend to use www.booking.com or your preferred hotel search engine to make a booking.
Is this event available online?
No. This seminar will only be available on-campus.
Are ladies allowed to join?
This seminar is open to males and females.
Will this event be delivered in English?
Yes.
Are there any prerequisites?
There are no prerequisites for this event.
Can families sit together?
There will be segregated seating arrangements for this event. Children under 11 are not permitted entry into the main seminar hall for this event. Children aged 5 - 10 years old will have a dedicated space and will have their own tailored programme under the supervision of our volunteer team until 11.00pm. Children aged 4 years and under will be required to sit in the mother and toddler room along with their mothers or female carers.
Do children (under 11) need tickets?
Yes, all children require a ticket. Please ensure you hold a ticket for your child.
Will there be any provision for mothers with toddlers?
We have a dedicated space for mothers and young children aged under 5 years. All mothers with toddlers will be required to sit in the mother and toddler room. As spaces in this room are limited, entry will be given on a first come first serve basis (upon registration). Once the spaces are full, no further entries will be allowed. Children under 11 will not be allowed in the main seminar hall.
Will there be any provision for children under 11?
Special arrangements will be made for children aged 5 - 10 years old. With a dedicated room and a special programme developed just for them. This programme will draw to a close at 11.00pm. From 11.00pm onwards parents will be required to join the children (under 11s) in the dedicated room with an audio and visual link to the main hall. Children under 11 years will not be allowed to enter the main seminar hall.
Can we bring duvets and pillows for children in the mother and toddler room and in the 5 - 10 year olds room?
Yes.
What if I am unable to attend?
We are not able to offer any refunds for this event. Places can be transferred. Please get in touch if you would like to change the name on your ticket.
Will there be food available?
Iftar and suhur meals will be provided. Unfortunately, we are not able to cater for any specific dietary requirements. A meat and non-meat option will be provided based on your selection at the time of registration.
What are the arrangements for prayer?
Prayer will be prayed in congregation.
Am I allowed to attend if I am not praying?
Yes.
Will recordings be provided?
There will be no recordings provided for this event.
Can I make my own recordings?
We follow a strict safeguarding policy. As such, all video and audio recordings and photography by attendees are strictly prohibited and only permitted for the official media team. Anyone in violation of this will have their registration cancelled and required to leave the event (no refunds will be issued).
Who do I contact if I have any issues?
Please contact our administration team by email admin@guidancehub.org or WhatsApp +447983432900
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education@guidancehub.org
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0161 870 6001
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