Who are We?
Javed Ahmed Ghamidi is a Pakistani Muslim theologian, a Quran scholar, and an educationist. Al-Mawrid U.S. was established in 2014 in order to expand the reach of his effort. In 2019, Al-Mawrid U.S. took on the initiative of establishing the Ghamidi Center of Islamic Learning in Dallas, Texas as a formal educational institute.
Since its inception, Al-Mawrid’s aim has been to conduct research, educate people, and disseminate Islam based purely on Quran and sunnah, freeing it from external influences that have gradually clouded the religious thought of Muslims over the last 14 centuries.
About this Course
This course is created to deepen participants' comprehension of the core principles surrounding the existence and understanding of Allah Almighty. This immersive experience draws from the wellsprings of collective human wisdom, historical perspectives, and the rich tapestry of Islam. The course unfolds in two distinctive sections, each offering profound insights.
In Section 1, you can explore the existence of God through intuitive, intellectual, and historical perspectives. In Section II, participants will delve into the comprehension of the Allah Almighty, covering concepts like Being, Attributes, divine tests, guidance, and the fundamental principles of reward and punishment.
How is the Content Divided?
The content has been arranged into 7 modules:
Section I: Existence of God
i. Intuitive Evidence
ii. Intellectual Evidence
iii. Historical Evidence
Section II: Comprehension of God
i. Being
ii. Attributes
iii. Dealings and Practices
a. Tests and Trials
b. Guidance and Error
c. Beyond-Capacity Directives
d. Rise and Fall of Nations
e. Divine Help
f. Remorse and Repentance
g. Reward and Punishment
Recommended Background
No background knowledge or skills are necessary, but an understanding and familiarity of Islam would be advantageous for anyone who participates in the course.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Dr Shehzad Saleem, the instructor of the course, created the course content and recorded videos on it. He was duly assisted by Faraz Ahmad who designed and simulated the course.