Fundamentals of Islam - One Day Boot Camp

By Imaam Khalid Dogar

Objective

10 of age and above male or female, families are welcome July 8, 2023 10:00am - 4:00pm CST
ICKC 2325 Dean St #100b, St. Charles, IL 60175
Lunch and refreshments will be served

Audiences:
Date & Time:
Venue:
Food:
Donations:
Registration: https://forms.gle/HvKvzuQ5LV3CHCXGA Please register for us to make seating & food arrangement

Will be appreciated

Duration: 6 hours

The objective of this boot camp is to provide participants with a foundational understanding of the fundamentals of Islam. This is the ‘fard ayn knowledge’ which is a shar’i (Islamic legal) terminology. It is that which is incumbent upon every sane and mature Muslim.. By the end of the boot camp, participants should be able to:

1. Understand the basic beliefs and principles of Islam.

2. Gain deeper understanding on the five Pillars of Islam (building of Islam)

3. Gain deeper understanding of seven pillars of Emaan (Emaan Muj’mil & Mufassal)

4. Know Prophet Mohammad PBUH being the last messenger

5. Interrelationship between Islam, Emaan and Ihsan

6. Recognize the importance of ethics and morality in Islam.

7. Appreciate the diversity within the Muslim community.

8. Develop an awareness of common misconceptions and challenges faced by Muslims.

Syllabus

Session 1

Introduction to Islam (1.5 hour)
➢ Definition of Islam and its key concepts
➢ Building of Islam - the five pillars
➢ Shahada (testimony): The declaration of submission in Islam
➢ Salah (prayer): The significance of ritual prayer and its components
➢ Zakat (charity): The obligation to give alms and support the community
➢ Sawm (fasting): The spiritual and physical benefits of fasting during Ramadan ➢ Hajj (pilgrimage): The journey to the holy city of Mecca and its rituals

Islamic Center of Kane County - ICKC

➢ Importance of the Quran and Hadith as primary sources

Session 2

Seven Pillars of Emaan (2.5 hours) ➢ What does it mean to ..
➢ Belief in Allah SWT
➢ Belief in the angels of Allah ➢ Belief in the divine books

➢ Belief in the messengers and prophethood ➢ Belief in the day of judgment
➢ Belief in the divine destiny
➢ Resurrection or life after death

Session 3

Ethics and Morality in Islam (1 hour)
➢ Overview of Islamic ethical principles
➢ Emphasis on justice, compassion, and honesty
➢ The importance of family values and community welfare ➢ Environmental responsibility in Islam
➢ Introduction to the diverse Muslim community
➢ Recognizing different cultural practices and traditions

Session 4

Addressing Misconceptions and Challenges (0.75 hours)
➢ Common misconceptions and stereotypes about Islam and Muslims ➢ Strategies for countering Islamophobia and promoting understanding ➢ Addressing contemporary challenges faced by Muslims

Final Exam

Multiple choice 30 questions (20 minutes)

Additionally, there will be interactive activities, discussions, Kahoots and Q&A sessions throughout the boot camp. Participation and completion certificates will be awarded to the attendees who passed the exam. Lunch and refreshments will be served.

Islamic Center of Kane County - ICKC