Last season #AtMaktabah we spent about 12 weeks studying Allaah's beautiful Names and Attributes; learning the foundational principles in understanding the Names & Attributes; their meanings, manifestation, and implications in our lives.
The hardest part of running that season was my apprehension around the duration; 12 weeks is three times our normal at Maktabah — and I am one of those people who may be said to have commitment issues. Not for a lack of loyalty but for ADD, my love for spontaneity, and my intolerance for monotony.
I knew we couldn’t breeze through the topic with our usual four-week schedule but 12 weeks just felt so heavy a commitment to make. So, I said 8 weeks. And kept emphasizing this is ONLY for 8 weeks.
8 weeks came and passed and the community wanted more.
I was reluctant, to be honest, I remember even suggesting (and hoping they’d be more inclined to my suggestion) that we take a break and work towards something post-Ramadan.
But most of them pushed, and #AtMaktabah we are not only keen on feeling the pulse of our community but also tending to its needs.
So I succumbed,
I can survive two more weeks.
But 10 became 12 — and I didn’t just survive those weeks, I thrived.
We thrived.
I laughed when I realized the 12 weeks I was running from, I eventually embraced through the subtle planning of al-Lateef.
Al-Khabeer, He was well aware of my apprehension, so He let me do (and decide) whatever I needed to give me calm, all the while compelling me to His will.
You see, nothing is more precious, gratifying, and illuminating than spending time learning about our Most Gracious Lord, and yet, it demands courage.
Courage to stifle and subdue your Nafs, to see life and all it presents beyond yourself, to see life in light of He Who is much Greater and Incomparable.
Courage to take a sharp exit or make a complete U-turn after having traveled so far and for so long; to start anew.
Courage to sit with your mess and endure the painful realignment of your heart and self -- for His sake.
Courage to embrace even things that don't make sense because now, you have come to know -- you know Him.
I dare say that everyone who was with us through the season has experienced growth in faith and courage.
And so, this time, we are not just dipping our toes, we are deep diving.
For the next 6 months in shaa Allaah, every week, we will be sitting with and immersing ourselves in the vast and rich ocean of Allaah’s beautiful Names and Attributes — and we made room for you to join us.
When you join us, you can expect:
🌸 Weekly Live Watch Parties where you will learn the meanings, manifestations, and implications of the Perfect Names and Attributes of Allaah.
🌸 Monthly Live Community Reflections Calls where you will share and hear reflections, struggles, inspirational moments, and lessons with these Names and Attributes.
🌸 A Living with the Names of Allah Guide & Template that will help you take the theory of these Names and Attributes and translate them into concrete action.
🌸 24/7 Community, Accountability, and Sisterhood that will inspire you, hold space for your most vulnerable stories, share beneficial resources to support your growth, and hold your hand as you transform your life with these perfect Names and Attributes.
This is the point where you will battle with yourself, Sis.
Do I have the time? Do I have the Money? Is it worth it? What if..?
And I would love to counter-argue every excuse that your mind (or Shaytaan) may present — but I won’t.
It is not my place.
You must decide for yourself if you can make time to learn about your Lord, Who is incessantly taking care of your affairs — and if it is worth it.
That’s your call, no one else’s.
What I can do (and have done) is try to manage the potential money excuse — because I never want money to be the problem, especially not when it comes to learning about our Lord, al-Kareem, The Most Generous.
So, here is the deal:
You see, the entire program is valued at N60,000 (for 6 months)
But I brought it down to N45,000 because I always have you in mind, even when pricing.
And then again, If you are reading this email, there is more for you.
You get:
A whooping N15,000 OFF if you sign up with this link (only 25 spots are available with this link and 3 are already gone)!
O wait! I just checked again; 1 more sale, that makes four spots gone!
You get a 25% Discount Code for our Maktabah Classics subscription for the month of Shawwaal (book reveal coming in shortly in shaa Allaah)!
DEALS DON’T COME THIS GOOD, and you know it.
If you prefer to pay in installments, you can choose a monthly or quarterly plan with this link.
And whatever you spend in the cause of Allaah, He knows it.
Sis!
We are taking a leap of faith (pun intended), all of us, with this study circle; diving deep with courage, and though we may get breathless, and struggle with the currents, we know for certain that we will resurface with gems.
He who seeks Allaah will find Him.
And those who strive in our cause, we will guide them to our paths. Indeed Allaah is with those who strive with Ihsaan.
The question is,
are you bold enough to deep dive with us?
Don’t hesitate to leave a message if you need more convincing 😉 or assistance 🤗
Your sister-in-striving,
Fatimah,
On the road to Ihsan.
Love how you shared how reluctant you were, even as the host. I love the honesty and it does require courage whewww. May Allah give us the strength to endure for His sake. Jazakallah khairan
I'm BOLD enough to dive deep! BismiLlah. I don't understand #2 - You get a 25% Discount Code for our Maktabah Classics subscription for the month of Shawwaal (book reveal coming in shortly in shaa Allaah)!
Kindly expand on it. JazakiLlahu khairan.
I'm so excited to join Maktabah! I've taken Sheikh Ammar alShukry's His Majesty courtesy of a group of amazing sisters and loved it. I want to make the Names and Attributes of my Lord the often go-to place to know Him better everyday. Alhamdulillah.