Subject: Ihsan (Spirituality)
Unit Title: Futuwwa (Sufi Chivalry)
Duration / Lessons: +4h / 3 Sessions
Playback Type: Pre-Recorded
Certificate: Yes
Sanad & Ijazah: Yes
Taught by: Shaykh Atabek Shukurov
Course Text: Futuwwa - Sufi Chivalry
Text Author: Abu Abdur Rahman Sulami
Introduction:. Abu Abdur Rahman Sulami (936 AD - 1026 AD) was a highly respected Sufi saint and Scholar of the 10th Century. He compiled this book Futuwwa - The way of Sufi Chivalry’ as a guide to enlightened behavior for the spiritual aspirant. Sulami records accounts and teachings of spiritual masters as well as tales and quotations from the Quran and Hadith. The teachings reveal the true meaning of compassion, love, friendship, generosity, and hospitality, as well as the right actions associated with these virtues. According to the Sufis, Futuwwah is a code of honorable behavior that follows the example of the prophets, saints, and sages. By adhering to its precepts, the student learns detachment from the ego. In this lecture, the Shaykh gives a commentary on the beautiful pages of the book with stories from Quran, Hadith and real life accounts he experienced in his own life as well as those sat in the audience
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Assessment: Exam completed remotely online
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Certification: Certificate on Completion and Sanad / Janaza (if applicable). After successful completion of the course you will be issued a certificate of completion from Maturidi College. However to obtain a formal certificate (sanad) / Isnaad (Authentic chain of transmission) for this book going back to the Author himself you will need to pass the exam at the required %. This will also give you ijazah (certification and permission) to teach and pass on the book.
Module Delivery: Online through structured prerecorded lessons with access to the instructor and students discussion form. Examinations completed remotely online .Note: The course / module has been compiled using historic video / audio with the permission of the instructor however due to technical issues, there could be some missing content.
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Prerequisite (Entry Requirements): The course is designed for Level 2 / advanced students. You will and is recommended for you to complete a Level 1 module in the same subject before starting this course. If you have completed a alternative Level 1 module previously within another organisation / instructor, this will be adequate. Please contact us on info@maturidi.co.uk to obtain access code which will be required to commence learning after Enrolment
Fee: £120 for enrolment, recorded lessons, assessment and certification (For benefits of enrolling please see FAQ on home page
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