The Cape Town 1446H Mawsim:
Exchanging Benefits & Remembering Allah Ladies ProgrammeLadies Programme registrationInspired by Allah’s description of the Hajj festival in Suratul Hajj, verse 28:
“To exchange benefits and remember Allah”
This year’s mawsim will focus on:
Connecting the Dots: Faith in the Unseen and Reliance on Allah
Under the guidance of Shaykh Tamer Degheidy Al-Maliki Al-Qaderi, the Mawsim this year continues our journey of learning and reflection under the theme from Suratul Hajj, verse 28: “To exchange benefits and remember Allah.”
Our focus in 1446 is on “Reliance on Allah” (Tawakkul). By reflecting on the life of our beloved Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), we aim to truly understand what it means to rely on Allah and the role of the seeker in these turbulent times.
The higher meanings of faith are becoming more difficult to reconcile with today’s modern life and civilizations. Tawakkul is a key aspect of faith for Muslims, but how do we reconcile this with today’s life of planning and monotony, where causality is deeply ingrained in our psyche, and where independence and self-reliance are highly praised? How can we understand and practice Tawakkul in such a context?
In this Mawsim, we turn to our leader and role model, Muhammad (PBUH), for answers. We do so through a lineage of connection to him, not through our confused minds and self-learning. We follow the way he prescribed, learning through a chain of inheritors and teachers, and walking with our Shaykh along that path to comfort our hearts and ease our minds with this jewel of a trait called Tawakkul.
For international registrations, click here: https://www.dqzawiya.org/international-registrations/
All sessions will be held at the Degheidy Qaderi Zawiya, 3 Links Drive, Pinelands
Session 1: Reliance on Allah (Tawakkul) and the Role of Muslim Women in These Times
Friday 6th September 2024 @ 16h30-18h30
In this session, Mualima Mumtaaz Isaacs, a scholar and teacher with a postgraduate degree in Arabic, will engage in a dialogue with Shaykh Tamer Degheidy on Tawakkul, reliance on Allah, specifically focused on the experiences of modern Muslim women. This discussion will reflect on how Muslim women can navigate the complexities of contemporary life while maintaining their faith.
Session 2: Tawakkul as a Cure for Anxiety and Stress
Saturday 7th September 2024 @ 16h30-18h30
This session will feature clinical psychologist Fairuz Gaibie, who holds dual Master’s degrees in Research and Clinical Psychology from the University of Cape Town. Together with Shaykh Tamer Degheidy, the discussion will explore the intersection of Tawakkul and mental health, emphasizing how reliance on Allah can be a powerful antidote to anxiety and stress.
Session 3: Tawakkul as a Way of Life
Sunday 8th September 2024 @ 09h30-11h30
In this session, Dawn Noemdoe, a journalist, beekeeper and advocate for sustainable agriculture, will engage in a dialogue with Shaykh Tamer Degheidy on Tawakkul as a holistic approach to living. The journalist and the Shaykh will discuss how Tawakkul is not only a spiritual principle but a practical guide for sustainability and community building. This session will inspire participants to integrate reliance on Allah into their everyday lives.
Space on these days are limited, so registration is essential, please use the form below to register
All sessions will be held at the Degheidy Qaderi Zawiya, 3 Links Drive, Pinelands
For the main Mawsim programmes, we will have 3 sessions of dialogue, where Shaykh Tamer Degheidy Al-Maliki Al-Qaderi and Dr Yusuf Patel will discuss and reflect on Tawakkul. The programme will also include a traditional Cape Town Ratibul Hadaad, a practical herbal remedy making workshop as well as the Mawlid Al-Barzanji. The Mawsim will conclude with joining to Cape Town community and celebrating the Moulood programme at a local Masjid.
3 sessions of dialogue:
This session will reflect deeply into the core of Tawakkul as a fundamental concept in Islam. Drawing inspiration from the life of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and rooted in the teachings of the Quran, these sessions will explore the profound implications of placing trust in Allah in all aspects of life. In a world where planning, self-reliance, and causality dominate, Tawakkul serves as a reminder that true peace and security come from faith in the unseen and complete reliance on Allah’s wisdom and mercy. The session will challenge modern understandings of independence by emphasizing that reliance on Allah does not negate effort or planning but rather elevates them to acts of faith.
Session 1 on Tawakkul: Monday 9 September 2024 @ 19h00
Session 2 on Tawakkul: Tuesday 10 September 2024 @ 19h00
Ratibul Hadaad: Thursday 12 September 2024 @ 19h00
Mawlid Al-Barzanji: Friday 13 September 2024 @ 18h30
Practical Herbal Remedy Making Workshop: Saturday 14 September 2024 @ 09h00
Session 3 on Tawakkul : Monday 16 September 2024 @ 19h00
Profile of Shaykh Tamer Degheidy Al-Maliki Al-Qaderi
Shaykh Dr. Tamer Degheidy is a devoted Muslim physician with a passion for bettering lives. In his academic pursuit, he studied medicine at the distinguished Kasr Al Aini Medical School at Cairo University in Egypt. He later pursued postgraduate studies in genetics, regenerative, and integrative medicine. Throughout his career, he has been instrumental in establishing various businesses in the global healthcare sector. Alongside his active medical license and practice, Dr. Tamer is also a renowned public speaker and coach in areas like regenerative medicine, cancer prevention, precision medicine, and alternative medicine techniques. His influence extends to serving on the boards of numerous companies and organizations throughout the Middle East and Africa.
Shaykh Tamer’s spiritual journey began under the guidance of his late mentor, the esteemed Shaykh Hamid Rabbani Siddiqui (RA) in Medina. Shaykh Rabbani, the heir to the spiritual lineage of the revered Mawlana Abdul Akeem Siddiqui Al Qaderi, set Dr. Tamer on a transformative path of knowledge acquisition and soul purification. Throughout his spiritual quest, Shaykh Tamer had the honor of accompanying several eminent teachers of Sharia and Haquiqa (Law and spirituality). These revered scholars granted Shaykh Tamer the permission to educate, guide seekers, and continue their spiritual legacies. Shaykh Dr. Tamer Degheidy Al Qaderi Al Maliki is qualified to instruct the path of purification according to the primary schools of Tasawwuf. Additionally, he is proficient in the Arabic language, various Qira’at (Quranic recitations), and poetry.
In Shaykh Tamer’s own words, his mission is to “help oneself through serving others.” He is deeply committed to the holistic growth of today’s seekers, addressing their spiritual, physical, psychological, and faith-based needs. He perceives the prevailing culture of materialism, technology, and a sedentary lifestyle as posing grave threats to humanity. He emphasizes that all individuals of faith should collaboratively strive to shield the younger generation from the overwhelming tides of modernity, which he believes threaten to erode faiths. Shaykh Tamer posits that Muslims bear significant responsibility in countering these challenges. He envisions true Sufi masters uniting various schools to forge a meaningful path for seekers, advocating for peace, enlightenment, and the rejection of division and historical disagreements. This united front, he believes, is essential to address the monumental challenges of the present era.