The Beginning of Guidance for Muslim Women
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The Basmalah
We begin our formal study of the Beginning of Guidance with a deep exploration of what are four of the most analysed and discussed words in the universe - In the Name of Allah. The name and place of birth of Imam al-Ghazali are also discussed, along wit
Primordial Pedagogy - Reading and Listening
Off on a tangent, this episode explores the primordial pedagogical method of recitation/reading and listening. We investigate why it is important for English speaking, Muslim women to engage with this method of learning in Arabic, and why correct reading
The Commentator's Introduction - Explanation & Meanings
Discover how introductions to classical texts are structured, how the commentator sees himself and his contribution and what he asks for from those reading his work.
Welcome to the Beginning of Guidance podcast series!
Welcome to MISK Women and our first classical text - the Beginning of Guidance! We chat about the importance of English speaking Muslim women studying a classical text from Arabic sources and commentaries, the content of the book and the fruit of knowle