Nights of Light Lecture Series
August 22, 2010 by circlegroup
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In his presentation,” Shaykh Rashid explains, “From the sacredness of submission in sawm, to the sanctifying upliftment of suhbat, to the subtleties of dhaahir and baatin, and today, to discussing the dynamics of the Isra Miraaj (to be followed by Nisfu-Shabaan and Laylatu-l-Qadr), we are on a continuing journey of understanding the pathway of light, the reality of wujuud, and the transformative process of tajalli. Read more
Ramadhan Retreat 2010
August 17, 2010 by circlegroup
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The Circle Group’s Ramadan Retreat is an opportunity for spiritual rejuvenation and clarification, through practice, of one’s understanding of Islam and Tasawwuf in daily life. A schedule of suhbat, prayer, recitation, and meditation will uplift our souls and increase our piety and our understanding.
Khutbah 2010
August 13, 2010 by circlegroup
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RECENT KHUTBAHS by Shaykh Ahmed Abdur Rashid. We invite you to listen to the audio khutbahs, as well as to download the pdf file to read and study the khutbah.
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Our CIRCLE GROUP Video Channel
August 4, 2010 by circlegroup
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Many of Shaykh Rashid’s lectures and suhbats (as well as his guest’s lectures) are available in video on Google video and at Youtube. Click on link to visit our CG Video Channel at Youtube
Check this page and sign up for the RSS feed for email notification of the most recent uploaded video to our Circle Group Youtube Channel of Shaykh Rashid’s lectures and other suhbats.
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The Second in the Series: Nights of Light
Shaykh Rashid (view below) and Shaykh Nooruddeen Durkee
The second in a Series of Talks on the Nights of Lights on the theme of “Nisfu Sha’ban” was presented July 11 at the zawiya of Shaykh Nooruddeen Durkee in Charlottesville. In his presentation,” (view below) Shaykh Rashid explains, “From the sacredness of submission in sawm, to the sanctifying upliftment of
Suhbat 2010
July 19, 2010 by circlegroup
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Suhbat with Shaykh Rashid
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Nights of Light
June 6, 2010 by circlegroup
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Nights of Light Three part Lecture Series honoring the special nights of Laylatu-l-Mir’aj, Laylatu-l-Bar’aat, and Laylatu-l-Qadr, Read more
Leadership Program for Muslimahs
June 1, 2010 by circlegroup
Filed under Islam in the Modern World
ALIMY (A Leadership Institute for Muslim Youths) is a summer program designed for young Muslimahs ages 13 to 16. In a safe and supportive environment, young women develope a greater sense of understanding, ownership, and pride in the American Muslim identity. Program Dates: August 1 to August 8, 2010 Through ALIMY, participants will insh’Allah, gain inspiration to maintain balance in their day to day lives through their Islamic practices and remembraance of Allah subhanahu wa ta’ala. They will enjoy activities specially designed to broaden their knowledge of Islam, develop leadership skills, and make lasting friendships. Read more
Shaykh Rashid meets Desmond Tutu
May 17, 2010 by circlegroup
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5 Sundays on Tasawwuf
April 21, 2010 by circlegroup
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Join us for suhbat with the Shaykh. This series of 5 Sunday Talks addresses the historical and practical importance of a guide on the Sufic Path. Last Sunday in this series- April 26th. “Dhaahir and Baatin“ Can’t attend in person? Watch Webcast here. You are invited to the Islamic Study Center, 108 10th ST. NW, Charlottesville, VA. Begins at 10:30 to 6:00.
Shaykh Ahmed Abdur Rashid, in the Naqshbandi tradition; Shaykh Nooruddeen Durkee, in the Shadhdhuli tradition. Each session will include a na’at singer or group and a Qur’an reader. Each speaker will have at least an hour to delve into his subject, with time for questions afterwards. Lunch and dinner will be served; dhuhr, ‘asr and maghrib will be prayed in jam’at. There is no charge for the program.

Miraj Ahmed Riccio
- The Necessity and Function of the Shaykh – listen to this talk
- Suhbet or the Oral Tradition-listen to this talk
- Ikhlas or Sincerity
Khutbahs 2009
March 5, 2010 by circlegroup
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KHUTBAHS by Shaykh Ahmed Abdur Rashid from 2009. We invite you to listen to the audio khutbahs, as well as downloading the pdf file.
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