Spirit & Rituals of Hajj- Performed by Youth at the Islamic House of Wisdom
Imam Elahi spoke with the children at the start of the program. The children had an opportunity to hear about the Hajj rituals with a highlight on the spirit and values of the blessed holiday of Eid al-Adha. Following the discussion, Br. Younus Makki led the youth through a series of activities, symbolic to the hajj rituals. Together, the children were encouraged to recite the talbiyah as they circled the miniture replica of the Kaaba. ( Labbayka Allāhumma Labbayk. Labbayk Lā Sharīka Laka Labbayk. Inna l-Ḥamda, Wa n-Niʻmata, Laka wal Mulk, Lā Sharīka Lak). Next, the children offered prayer together, led and explained by Br. Younus. Safa & Marwa, two small hills that are located in Mecca were also represented where children had a chance to walk back and forth between, seven times. The group concluded with ramī al-jamarāt, a symbolic reenactment of Abraham's hajj, where he threw pebbles at three pillars representing the temptation to disobey God. The children asked God to keep them from any sin, to keep us all on the straight path of righteous deeds. At the conclusion of the program, the kids had a chance to celebrate the completion of their Mini-Hajj with their families and friends. It was a wonderful and beautiful afternoon with the Youth & their families. Wishing everyone a blessed Eid al-Adha! If you would like to hear about our next youth event & occasions- email us at Info@Islamichouseofwisdom.com
The Arabic-Islamic School concluded their summer session with a program featuring students reciting a combination of various dua, chapters of the holy Quran and nasheed presentations. The Arabic-Islamic School will continue at the start of the school year- to register your children or for more information, please call (313) 359-1221 or reply to this email!
07/29/16: Imam Elahi's Birthday Celebrated after Friday Services
Eid al-Fitr Celebrated at the Islamic House of Wisdom
Watch Imam Elahi's Eid Sermon HERE!
Also: Brief Announcements & First part of the Eid Prayer- Watch HERE!
06/27-28/16: Ramadan Nights of Power Services
6/23/16: Interfaith Iftar in Ramadan
6/20/16: Birth of Imam Hassan (as) Celebrated at the IHW
6/18/16: Ramadan Bonfire- Hosted by Youth of Wisdom
Last Weekend- The Islamic House of Wisdom held a family celebration to honor the birth of Sayeda Fatima (as)- the daughter of Prophet Muhammad (pbuh). Br. Younus Makki performed nasheed recitations, Imam Elahi touched on the life of Sayeda Fatima (as) and families enjoyed in some activities together following the program. Stay tuned for the next occasion to be announced soon!
20th Anniversary Dinner of Islamic House of Wisdom - A Great Success!
Photo Highlights- IHW's Facebook Page: HERE Bintjbail.org: HERE
November 8, 2015- With the presence of Congresswoman- Debbie Dingle, Mayor of Dearborn, interfaith community and hundreds of other dignitaries, community leaders and members, it turned to a great celebration of IHW's accomplishments in the last two decades. Some founding members and long terms supporters of IHW were awarded!
Hajja Nawal Hamadeh, Dr Mohammad Ajjour, Yousuf Bazzi, Dr Hassan Amirikia, David Sadeghi, hajj Nasib Sowaidan and hajj Mohammad Siblani received plaques of Appreciation. Imam Mohammad Ali Elahi honored the souls of those who were part of IHW and passed away in the last 20 years.
Imam honored the Islamic center, the Islamic institute of knowledge and Nadi Bint Jebail and talked in details about the history of IHW.
A delicious dinner was catered by Byblos while the material was donated by Dearborn Fresh.
At the end, Mayor of Dearborn, Judge Somers, Naser Beydoun, Dr Mahmoud Al-Hadidi, ADC Director Fatina Abdrabboh, Sam Elhaf, Zainab Hussein and some friends of interfaith expressed their support for Imam Elahi and board of IHW.
This was one of the happiest and most successful events at IHW, inshallah many wonderful years to come! In case you missed the dinner yetstill would like to make a contribution to the Programs, Services and Outreach of the Islamic House of Wisdom- Donate Online HERE
April 26, 2015: A memorial service and breakfast was held at the Islamic House of Wisdom in honor of the late, Hajj Steven Hassan Michael Ashker.
Last weekend: Some of the classes of the Saturday Arabic School met with Imam Elahi. Students had an opportunity to hear from Imam Elahi and have their religious questions answered. Following the discussion, the students prayed together as a group with Imam Elahi.
Honoring the Memory of Martyr Ayatollah Al-Sayyed Mohammad Baqer al-Sadr at IHW
A crowd of the Muslim community, especially the Iraqi and Lebanese backgrounds gathered at the IHW to honor the service, sacrifice and historic accomplishments of shahid al-Sadr.
Ayatollah Sadr and his distinguished sister, Bent-Alhoda were murdered by the tyrant of Iraq, Saddam of Aflaghi. While Saddam was punished with a humiliating death and will be remembered as a shame in the history of evil oppresses, Shahid Sadr will continue to educate and inspire the forces of truth and justice forever.
Turfe & Charara Families honored the memory of two faithful ladies!
In remembrance of Hajji Mariam Sharafeddine Charara and Hajji Kheirieh Turfah, the related families and friends attended an anniversary to pray for their souls and transfer their legacies to their grand children. The service included reading the Quran (Khatmiyya) majles, dinner and group prayer!
Arba'een Guests Honored at the Islamic House of Wisdom
December 15, 2014
Last Monday- A faithful and friendly dinner gathering of some community leaders, activists and IHW members was held in appreciation of the guest speakers who served the community on the Arbaeen anniversary of Imam Hussein (as) at the Islamic House of Wisdom.
Imam Mohammad Ali Elahi thanked the Arbaeen guests and appreciated the attention of the faithful to such a historic occasion.
He also condemned the insanity of the terrorist in Australia who promoted an ISIS criminal agenda and warned about the seriousness of Islamophobia. He concluded that the only way to win this media war is to work together with sincere unity.
He considered ego, arrogance and greed as evil instruments which divide the community and asked the community members to promote the culture of humility, harmony and vision both among the leaders and all members of the community.
Ostad Tahsin Bazzi was another speaker in the dinner that confirmed imam Elahi's points and concluded that only through purified souls we can create a humble community.
December 14, 2014: With us in the Sunday Breakfast & Service last Sunday, Sayed Ali Alhakeem who recited in both the Ashura and Arba'een nightly Services. Sayed Ali presented latmiyah to the congregants of Sunday's morning service and some of the youth joined him at the front of the room.
December 11-14, 2014
Last Weekend: Arba'een Services were held at the IHW. The programs included presentations in both English & Arabic. With us reciting, Sayed Ali Alhakeem in English from Manchester, UK and Sheikh Fadel Al-Khatib in Arabic from London, UK. In English, presentations were given by Imam Elahi, Abathar Tajaldeen, and sisters who shared poetry- Teeba Sadoun and Abir Safa.
Successful Semi-Annual Fundraising Event at the Islamic House of Wisdom
A crowd of 500 guests gathered at the Islamic House of Wisdom from religious leaders, Interfaith, Council of Imams of MMCC, elected officials, Mayor of Dearborn Heights- Mr. Daniel Paletko, Mayor of Wayne- Mr. Abdul "Al" Haidous, Consul-General of Lebanon-Mr. Bilal Qabalan, Chairman and board members of Islamic Center of America, Bint Jbeil, Message of Hope, Al-Beqa, and a good number of community leaders, activists, teachers and professionals.
Dr. Mohammad Ajjour, the founding Chairman and a member of IHW's Advisory Council welcomed the dinner guests and spoke about services and contributions of IHW to the community.
During this dinner, 4 distinguished guests were honored for their qualities and contributions to our community and country.
Sir Michel Berry was introduced by IHW Vice Chair person, Hajjah Vicki Ashker and was honored for an Outstanding lifetime of Leadership, Vision, Courageous Community and National Outreach, Hard work and Social Services!
Hajjah Neemat Haidous Turfe was introduced by Dr. Hoda Amin and honored for Outstanding Faith and Family values, Humanitarian Services and promoting the Culture of Cooperation and Volunteerism in the Community.
Dr. Mahmoud Al-Hadidi was introduced by Mr. Osama Siblini, Editor of the Arab American News For Outstanding Dedication, Community Leadership, Promoting Unity, Moderation and Social Services!
Sayyed Hamid Al-Sadr was introduced by Hajj Ali Ghossein For Outstanding Moral Values, Great Family Background and Sincere Services to the Sadr Foundation.
The keynote speaker of the ceremony was Imam Mohammad Ali Elahi, the founding imam of IHW who spoke about the mission of the mosque and its role in constructing the character of the community based on faith and moral values. Creating a truthful, trustworthy, just, compassionate, caring, hardworking, educated, ethical and confident community is the main mission of the mosque.
Imam Elahi stated that the mosque will succeed in its mission only with people’s participation, engagement and support. He warned the families about the crisis of the youth, consisting the threat of drugs, drinking, depression, crime and suicide. The imam encouraged the community to participate in the mosque services, programs and activities with their children with an emphasis on Friday prayer.
He pointed out that the role of mosques are more than a lecture that can be found online. The experiences of unity, interaction, celebration of similarities, family and personal development, working for a common destiny, practicing charity are just a few elements that the mosque enables for a stronger community.
Imam emphasized on the role of Friday prayer in uniting and maintaining the community and thanked God that since the establishment of the Islamic House of Wisdom 19 years ago, the Friday prayer was never canceled and always begins sharp on time.
In the last part of his message the imam spoke about the social and political challenges of the community, in particular the tragedy of Takfiry theology and extremism. He condemned the recent crimes of ISIS in beheading the American aid worker, Peter Kassig (Abdol-Rahman) and19 Syrian citizens. He also condemned Islamophobia and some Christian extremists who could not even tolerate the prayer of peaceful Muslims who were invited to hold their Friday prayer in Washington National Cathedral. He asked Muslims and Christians to work together against hate, injustice, racism, war and violence.
