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SUMMARY:As the Curtains Were Drawn: The Final Days of the Prophet ﷺ | Shaykh Abdullah Waheed (Miftaah Institute)
DESCRIPTION:The final moments of the life of the Prophet ﷺ were filled with wisdom\, love\, and a deep concern for his Ummah. His last days serve as a powerful reminder of his mission\, his mercy\, and his unwavering devotion to Allah. \nJoin us\, Shaykh Abdullah Waheed\, as we reflect on the profound lessons from the closing chapter of the life of our beloved Messenger ﷺ. \n7 p.m. to 10 p.m. | Friday\, August 8 | MCC Prayer Hall | Join us in person | $10/person (early-bird discount until Aug 1) | Childcare (Kids 12 and Under) at $10/child | Register at mcceastbay.org/final \nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \nSponsored by Miftaah Institute & MCC East Bay. \nBay Area! Step into the final moments of the Prophet ﷺ’s life with us at the Muslim Community Center – East Bay. \nOn Friday\, August 8th\, As the Curtains Were Drawn invites you to an unforgettable evening reflecting on the Prophet ﷺ’s last days—a journey of inspiration\, reflection\, and deep connection. \nSeats are limited—secure yours now and be part of this powerful experience! \nIn this workshop\, we will: \n\nUnderstanding the Prophet’s ﷺ Mission: Explore how the Prophet ﷺ exemplified his mission in his final days\, emphasizing his teachings and their enduring relevance.\nStudying Devotion to Allah: Analyze the Prophet’s ﷺ unwavering devotion to Allah in his final days\, highlighting his spiritual practices and teachings.\nReflecting on Mercy and Compassion: Examine the Prophet’s ﷺ acts of mercy and compassion towards his Ummah\, drawing lessons on empathy and care.\nExtracting Contemporary Relevance: Discuss the contemporary lessons from the Prophet’s ﷺ final days\, applying his teachings to modern-day challenges and personal spiritual growth.\n\nAbout the Instructor \nShaykh Abdullah Waheed\nShaykh Abdullah Waheed was born and raised in the suburbs of Detroit\, MI. He commenced his studies at the age of ten in Toronto\, Canada\, where he memorized the Quran. He completed memorizing the Holy Quran by the tender age of thirteen and then went on to study in a seven-year\, extensive Shariah program in Toronto\, Canada. Shaykh Abdullah specialized in the Tafseer of the Quran. Shaykh Abdullah spent years studying the details and beauty of our Holy book\, since understanding and mastering the language of the Holy Quran was always the primary goal. Shaykh Abdullah is a co-founder and instructor at the Miftaah Institute\, serving as the Director of Islamic Affairs at the Flint Islamic Center. \n \n\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n \nSchedule\nHere is the program schedule. Please try to make it by Asr prayer at 6:30 p.m. for check-in and get a good seat in the Prayer Hall.\n \nDinner\n\nThe Chai Guy and 523 Southern Halal Food Truck will be stationed outside the women’s entrance. Feel free to stop by anytime from 6 p.m. onwards and enjoy your food and drink at tables outside. Please no food or drink in the Prayer Hall. \nWe anticipate long lines for halal soul food. Please pre-order your dinner here. At checkout\, select “Order ahead” to let Br. Muhammad Hammad and his team know what time you will be picking up your meal. \nIf you pre-purchased a Mirchi Cafe dinner (sold out now\, sorry)\, please pick up your meal in the MCC lobby. Our volunteers will have your name on their list. Here is a facility map. \nCheck-In & Seating \nThe masjid doors will open at 6 p.m. tomorrow . We encourage you to arrive early to ensure you get the most suitable seat in the Prayer Hall. Seating will be provided on a first-come\, first-served basis. We have more than 300 guests expected. \nThere will be a lot of information. We encourage you to bring a notebook and pen. This will be an emotional evening so maybe some tissues as well. We have set up tables on the men’s and women’s sides in the first couple of rows. The remaining rows have seating for taking notes on your lap. \nBecause of the length of the program\, we will have chairs in the Prayer Hall. We will have floor seating available for those who want it. Overflow seating and all the congregational prayers – Asr\, Maghrib and Isha – will be in the Conference Room. \nYou don’t need to print your e-ticket. Our volunteers will have your name on electronic check-in devices. \nLivestream \nWe understand life happens. If something comes up\, you don’t need to let us know (we will be busy running the program). Instead\, join us virtually on the live stream link at http://mcceastbay.org/curtains-live \nThis unlisted link will go live on MCC’s YouTube channel today at 6 p.m. PST\, inshaAllah. Please do not share the link unless the person registers to watch live online. Ask them to register here. \nParking \nAfter the MCC lot is full\, volunteers will direct you to the park in the Pleasanton School District parking lot\, next to the MCC parking lot. That lot is marked “HP” on this aerial map. \n\nSupport Gaza & Afghanistan\n\nWe will not have community vendors at this event. Instead\, we want to support nonprofit vendors who will donate 100 percent of their profits to charity. \nIn the Banquet Hall\, please support Asiyah’s Collection (supports widows in Afghanistan) and MECA (supporting Gaza relief).
URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/final-days/
LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States
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