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KNOXVILLE,TN DEEN INTENSIVE July 20th-25th
AyeshaZ
06/05/03 at 21:56:43



KNOXVILLE DEEN INTENSIVE PROGRAM   :-X :-X :-X
Coker Creek, Tennessee

Internalizing the Two Testimonies:
Knowing Allah, Following His Messenger

July 20th - July 25th, 2003

INSTRUCTORS:

* Imam Zaid Shakir of New Haven, CT
* Shaykh Husain Abdul-Sattar of Chicago, IL
* Shaykh Abdurrahman ibn Yusuf of Santa Barbara, CA
* Shaykh Adil Saleem Woods of Philadelphia, PA
* Shaykh Salek bin Siddina of Mauritania
* Shaykh Abdullah Adhami of Syria (tentative)

www.deen-intensive.com

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The fullness of Islam, the promise of eternal bliss,
the consummate expression of Absolute Reality is
contained in the two testimonies of "There is no god
but God, and Muhammad is the Messenger of God." As
Muslims, our lives are properly ordered only when they
revolve around these central verities. Our work is to
unceasingly bear witness to the Oneness of Allah and
the Prophetic nature. Living this Deen means
internalizing these two testimonies, so that our lives
become expressions of our knowledge of Allah, and our
way is the way established by His Messenger, the Best
of Creation, upon whom be peace and blessings.

We are honored to invite you to the ridges and valleys
of East Tennessee for a Deen Intensive Program
dedicated to the heart of Islam, the Two Testimonies.
From our mountaintop retreat, under the guidance of
some of the most renowned scholars of our time, we
will endeavor to discover the fullness and beauty of
La ilaha illa'llah, Muhammad ar Rasul'Allah.

THE SITE

The Deen Intensive will be held at Coker Creek Village
Adventure and Retreat Center, located 1.5 hours from
Knoxville, TN. This 300-acre park is nestled high in
the southern Appalachian Mountains on the famed Ocoee
River. Students will be surrounded by the creation of
Allah and enveloped in some of the nation's most
pristine national forests. Also available on the site
are various recreational opportunities, such as
hiking, bonfires, gold panning, horseback riding, wall
climbing, and white water rafting. Visit their website
at www.cokercreekvillage.com

ACCOMMODATIONS

Students will be housed in comfortable Bunkhouse log
cabins, with brothers and sisters accommodated in
separate sections of the site. Set apart in a quiet
wooded area, you will hear the sounds of owls and tree
frogs as you go to sleep and awake to the happy
melodies of the many song birds. The site is
supervised by trained personnel and will be assisted
by members of the organizing committee. Food will be
cooked onsite by the camp personnel, and all the meat
served will be halal (zabiha), provided by the camp
organizers. Classes will be held in the Village's new
Retreat Center, a spacious building of rustic
architecture built right next to Coker Creek itself.

SUBJECTS & TEXTS INCLUDE

* Fiqh - Jurisprudence: Hanafi, Shafii, Maliki
* Ihsan - Spiritual Excellence, Character Development
* Lessons from the Sira (Prophetic Biography) and
Islamic History
* Aqidah - Islamic Creed
* Hadith Methodology - Prophetic Narrations
* Community Building and Activism
* Group Dhikr

LIMITED CAPACITY


APPLY NOW at
www.deen-intensive.com
(Deadline: July 6th)


Re: KNOXVILLE,TN DEEN INTENSIVE July 20th-25th
AyeshaZ
07/01/03 at 01:16:38
Updates:
- Attendants can now fly into Nashville
- A Junior Deen Intensive parallel program is being
held for those between 12 and 16 years old
- Shaykh Mustafa Kharsa has been added to the confirmed
list of teachers
- One week left to apply!

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"The name of the program perfectly signifies what it
is. Just as patients in critical condition begin their
recovery in intensive care, so did we. For a week, we
were completely secluded from the affairs of our
society and wholly immersed in the remembrance of
Allah and the akhira. We studied sciences of the deen,
such as fiqh, seerah and aqida from scholars who can
be linked back to our beloved Rasool Allah (sallalahu
'alayhi wasallam) through a constant chain of
narration. Although a week is not enough for me to
completely recover from the diseases of my heart and
mind, it did help me to better realize what the
purpose of our lives is: to serve, worship, and love
our Creator (subhanahu wa ta'ala) in the way that He
and His messenger have laid down for us...The
emotional and spiritual experiences gained are
feelings that far exceed the typical enjoyment we are
used to."

- Sister Maha Ayesh of Knoxville, Tennessee
(read her complete story at www.msaKnoxville.org)


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KNOXVILLE DEEN INTENSIVE PROGRAM
Coker Creek, Tennessee

Internalizing the Two Testimonies:
Knowing Allah, Following His Messenger

July 20th - July 25th, 2003

INSTRUCTORS:

* Imam Zaid Shakir of New Haven, CT
* Shaykh Husain Abdul-Sattar of Chicago, IL
* Shaykh Abdurrahman ibn Yusuf of Santa Barbara, CA
* Shaykh Adil Saleem Woods of Philadelphia, PA
* Shaykh Salek bin Siddina of Mauritania
* Shaykh Mustafa Kharsa of Ontario, Canada

See teacher biographies at www.deen-intensive.com

**************************************************

The fullness of Islam, the promise of eternal bliss,
the consummate _expression of Absolute Reality is
contained in the two testimonies of "There is no god
but God, and Muhammad is the Messenger of God." As
Muslims, our lives are properly ordered only when they
revolve around these central verities. Our work is to
unceasingly bear witness to the Oneness of Allah and
the Prophetic nature. Living this Deen means
internalizing these two testimonies, so that our lives
become expressions of our knowledge of Allah, and our
way is the way established by His Messenger, the Best
of Creation, upon whom be peace and blessings.

We are honored to invite you to the ridges and valleys
of East Tennessee for a Deen Intensive Program
dedicated to the heart of Islam, the Two Testimonies.
From our mountaintop retreat, under the guidance of
some of the most renowned scholars of our time, we
will endeavor to discover the fullness and beauty of
La ilaha illa'llah, Muhammad ar Rasul'Allah.


NEW! JUNIOR DEEN INTENSIVE PROGRAM

In addition to the previously advertised Deen Intensive
Program, a Junior DIP will be held for youth between 12
and 16 years of age. Many of the same scholars will be
giving them separate classes and their schedule will
allow for additional recreation time. Male and female
youth leaders will be supervising the youth at all
times. The same application process applies to the Junior
DIP attendants.

SUBJECTS & TEXTS INCLUDE

* Fiqh (Jurisprudence) of 'Ibadat (Worship) - Hanafi,
Shafii, and Maliki (based on demand)
* Fiqh of Mu'amalat (Rights towards other people)
* Lessons from the Seera and Islamic History
* Aqidah - Islamic Creed
* Hadith Methodology - Prophetic Narrations
* Adab/Akhlaq - etiquette and character development
* Sessions on Community Building Initiatives by Imam
Zaid Shakir
* Regular Dhikr Sessions from the Quran and Prophetic
Supplications

LIMITED CAPACITY

APPLY NOW at www.deen-intensive.com
(Deadline: July 6th)

"Continuous remembrance gives direction to the spirit,
cures all ills, and awakens one’s soul. It cleanses
the heart from all else but Allah and increases His
love in one’s heart. As this remembrance descends from
the tongue to the heart and penetrates from the heart
to the soul, one rises closer and closer to one’s
Maker. In continuing repeating the phrase La ilaha
illa Llah, the heart joins the tongue, the mind is
cleansed of imagination, the rust upon the heart is
burnt, the darkness turns into day, and the candle of
the mind is put out by the sun of the divine light."

-Shaykh Tosun Bayrak al-Jerrahi al-Halveti

Re: KNOXVILLE,TN DEEN INTENSIVE July 20th-25th
Intellectual
07/07/03 at 08:51:59
As Salamu Alaikum,

I will be there, insha Allah. Is anybody else from this discussion board going to be there? I am anticipating this event very much, as this is the first time that I will be attending a Deen Intensive.

As Salamu Alaikum.
Re: KNOXVILLE,TN DEEN INTENSIVE July 20th-25th
Peace
07/10/03 at 23:01:35
As Salamu Alaikum:
Insha Allah, I will be attending the month long program, in New Mexico, on July 28th.  Is anyone from this broad, going to be at this event?
Peace122
Re: KNOXVILLE,TN DEEN INTENSIVE July 20th-25th
AyeshaZ
07/13/03 at 00:46:09

waliakum assalam wa rhamatullah,

Alhamdullilah, i had an opportunity to attend a Deen Intensive last summer!! It was one of the most beautiful experiences of my life!! :-X
I was *so* hoping to attend the knoxville dip but sigh i can't anymore!!! but insha'Allah May Allah(swt) make it beneficial for you!!!! ameen

ohhh peace the month long DI in NM sounds beyond awesome!! insha'Allah one day Allah(swt) will bless me with the opportunity!! insha'Allah ta'lah!!! please share your reflections after the program!!!  
:-X :-X :-X :-X
07/13/03 at 00:48:13
AyeshaZ
Re: KNOXVILLE,TN DEEN INTENSIVE July 20th-25th
Peace
07/13/03 at 13:29:24
As Salamu Alaikum: Thank you for writing me back, I am looking forward to this Summer's DI.  I pray Allah, he will blessed me to come back home with a heart that is closer to him, Ameen.  I will let you know about it, Insha Allah, when I return.  Is there anything special, I should bring ?  As a sister, traveling alone, I would like to have what I need with me.  Please make dua for me.  I look forward to sharing with you on my return.
Peace


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