The Beginning of Guidance for Muslim Women

In this episode, we learn about the key concept in this book on the importance of having a worship schedule and how to fulfill it. We look at what to do in the early morning, the sunnah prayer of Fajr, preparing to go to the mosque and the general etiquettes of entering the mosque, greeting and waiting for the communal prayer to begin. Imam al-Ghazali teaches us the most important supplications to make at this time of the day, including the most beautiful dua for light.

But how do women fulfil our schedule of worship at home if we aren’t attending the mosque so early in the morning? Tune in to find out.

Islam is so complete and holistic that there is no physical state or human condition that prevents ritual purification. Whether it be a full bath from top to toe or the wiping of dust over the face and arms for the ill or injured, the Divine law provides a way to ensure that access to your Lord through purification and worship is always possible, regardless of your situation.

It's time to prepare for the performance of the prayer and acts of worship that require the minor ritual purification - wudu.

Imam al-Ghazali takes us through the essential steps, with spiritual insights and meanings that explain how what looks like the mere washing of one's limbs is actually the key to entering the presence of the Divine.

There is no topic off the table in Islam...even the most mundane activity, such as personal hygiene, requires a dignified response that conforms to Prophetic etiquette and ensures that one's body and clothes are purified and ready for prayer.

Perfecting the lowest aspects of life is akin to opening a door on to the first step of an illuminated staircase. As each level is reached and perfected with the best of actions and a present state of heart, a person ascends, by one divinely guided step at a time, on the inevitable journey back to God.

• Discover the importance of waking in the last third of the night and how not to let your ears be used for the wrong reasons.
• Study the supplications that are recommended to read upon waking.

We look at dressing:

• as the first requirement after waking,
• the two conditions of women's Islamic dressing,
• how to blend in with your society without compromising your modesty,
• modest comportment and some associated marriage issues.

This episode includes a variety of concepts invaluable to the person seeking to draw closer to Allah.

We discuss why does 'obedience' get a bad rap?

We explore Book 38 of the Ihya 'Ulum al-Din to expand on the concept of observing oneself.

We discuss adab, etiquettes and manners, and having a daily schedule.

The final episode on the introduction to the book, Bidayat al-Hidayat.

Discover the three groups of people who seek knowledge, and strive to be of those who are sincere.

Make sure you are not dazzled by the illusion of worldly success as you traverse the path of seeking sacred knowledge because you are sure to regret the outcome.

Check your intention again - and get ready to enter Part One - the adornment of outer actions with taqwa.

What happens when seeking knowledge is motivated by the lower self?

Join us to investigate how a seeker of knowledge needs to be aware of deceptive tricks on their journey...and a supplication to protect from that.

Let the celestial spotlight illuminate your way, as you master the outer sciences and their application, before tasting the sweet fruit of Divine guidance.

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Imam al-Ghazali immediately directs us to check our hearts and intention...what are we seeking when we set out on the path to learn sacred knowledge?

Please find us on Instagram at miskwomen for discussion, comments, questions and references for the books used in the podcast series.