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1 September 18th, 2009 Ramadan 28th, 1430 Muslim Community Association, c/o Newsletter, P.O. Box 180, Santa Clara, CA Starting Sat 09/19/09 Prayer MCA An-Noor Fajr 6:10 am 6:10 am Dhuhr 1:30 pm 1:30 pm Asr 5:00 pm 5:30 pm Maghrib Sunset Sunset Isha 8:45 pm 8:45 pm Jummah 12:15 & 1:30 pm 12:15 & 1:30 pm Upcoming Events California Costal Clean up Sept. 19th, See page 3 Being Steadfast after Ramadan Sept. 19th, See page 2 Women's Henna Night Sept. 19th, See page 3 New Muslims Eid Dinner Sept. 20th, See page 5 Muslim Family Day Sept. 26th, See page 4 Themes of the Qur an Sept. 27th, See page 3 MCA Eid Festival Information 1st Prayer: 7AM Takbeer 7:30AM Prayer / Khutba 2nd Prayer: 9AM Takbeer 9:30AM Prayer / Khutba 3rd Prayer: 11AM Takbeer 11:30AM Prayer / Khutba Festival 8:00AM to 1:30PM in Banquet Hall Parking Lot Festival Includes: Petting Zoo, Cotton Candy, Balloons, Drinks, Pop Corn, Jumpers, Slides, Sweets, Chai, Vendors...etc IMPORTANT: Alfred Street: ONE WAY (North Bound) ONLY Passenger Unloading Zones: On Alfred St, next to Vanguard Parking: - Parking Available in South & West MCA Parking Lots - Free parking available at Vanguard until 10:30AM - Additional parking available at LSI Logic for $5/car Prayer Areas: - Women: Women s Prayer Hall, Banquet Hall, East Parking Lot - Men: Men s Prayer Hall, Banquet Hall, East Parking Lot - Kids: Babysitting Room, Women s Lounge, GYMs - Strollers: East Parking Lot ONLY Eid Day Prayer Areas Allocation Eid Day PARKING Allocation 1

2 Weekly Reminder O my son! (said Luqman), If there be (but) the weight of a mustard-seed and it were (hidden) in a rock, or (anywhere) in the heavens or on earth, Allah will bring it forth: for Allah understands the finest mysteries, (and) is well-acquainted (with them). 31:16 Being Steadfast after Ramadan with Imam Tahir Anwar Saturday, Sep 19th, 2009 after Dhuhr (1:45pm) at the Men s Prayer Hall. Both brothers and sisters are welcome to attend. DISCOVER ISLAM SERIES STARTS October 6th, pm-9pm, Room #11 GIS MCA outreach offers free classes for the public under the umbrella of the newly launched program, "Discover Islam" series. It's a 5- week course that closely examines and discusses the essence of Islam. Please encourage your friends and colleagues to attend so that they may undertand Islam in its true light.. Class 1/Oct 6th : Muslim Beliefs, Spirituality and Practice Class 2/Oct 13th : A Mercy to Mankind Class 3/Oct 20th: The Miracles of the Quran Class 4/Oct 27th: Social Justice in Islam Class 5/Nov 3rd: Panel Discussion: " Be in this Life a Traveler" Time: from 7pm-9pm Location: Room #11 at GIS The class is free but rsvp is required. For detailed schedule and topic please visit the MCA website or contact dian.alyan@mcabayarea.org ext 402. Over 500 people attended the inaugural lecture of the President s Speaker Series on Community Health: "Healthy Lifestyle Changes" (FREE) on Friday, September 11, 2009, 10:30pm to Midnight with Imam Suhaib Webb and Dr. Cesar Molina at Banquet Hall, MCA. The newly established offers the MCA Community and the general public a wealth of perspectives, experiences and insights presented by a wide variety of leaders and luminaries of our time. The purpose of the Series is to provide a forum for the exchange of ideas and the intellectual enrichment of the community. MCA will bring speakers of national and international renown all throughout the year with one lecture per month to share some of our time s most compelling issues, stories and events. The series features scholars, scientists, authors, Presidents, CEO s and other luminaries. All events will be held in the Banquet Hall, MCA. Tickets are $5 for individual events or $50 for the complete series; and tickets for MCA staff, and members are $25 for the series. Student tickets are free, but student seats are limited. Reservations strongly encouraged. Stay tuned for the next lecture. For more information please contact presidentspeakerseries@mcabayarea.org MCA Free Medical Clinic Providing free, compassionate, quality health care to those who do not have Medical Health Insurance and are otherwise unable to access health services. Dr. Jabeen Parkar, Internist will see adult patients on Sept. 19th from 10:00am to 1:00pm ****The Clinic will remain closed on September 26th for the Eid-ul-fitr.**** Walk-ins are accepted, provided we have not reached our maximum capacity of patients. To make an appointment please call ext 411 or medicalclinic@mcabayarea.org Khutbah Committee Announcement Send your feedback to khutbah@mcabayarea.org Speakers/Khateebs for Friday, September 25th, 2008 MCA at 12:15pm: Br. Sami Hilali MCA at 1:30pm: Br. Omar Ahmad Masjid An-Noor at 12:15: DAWA Masjid An-Noor at 1:30: Br. Rajab Ali 2

3 Islamic Organization of North America (IONA) presents Themes of the Quran Topics: a. Concept of Justice in Islam b. Duties of a Muslim/Momin c. Obligations Muslims Owe to Quran d. Politico & Socio-economic System of Islam e. Basic Arabic Grammar f. Forty Ahadith from Imam Nawawi Sep 27 to Dec 13, 2009 Sundays from 9:00 am to 12:10 pm in MCA Game Room Registration Fee: $50.00 (Checks payable to MCA) For more information contact: Training Coordinators Shuaib Ilyas shuaib.ilyas@tanzeem.us Saleem Ur Rehman saleem.rehman@tanzeem.us Program Coordinator Abdul Rehman Markar rehman.markar@tanzeem.us Cosponsored by MCA Da wah 3

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6 For KidZone info, or to submit a writing, mcakidzone@gmail.com Are you sleeping, my dear sister, Adhan is coming on, pray your fajr Are you playing, my dear friend, Adhan is coming on, pray your Dhuhr. Are you playing, my dear brother, Adhan is coming on, pray your Asr Are you eating, my dear friend, Adhan is coming on, offer Maghrib prayer. Are you talking, my dear sister, Adhan is coming on, offer isha prayer. 99 Names of Allah My dear friend, we should learn together, Five times everyday, offer every prayer. Written by Iqra Hashmi Grade: 2nd Pronunciation: al-muakh'kheru jalla jalaaluh Meaning: THE DELAYER He who sets back or delays whatever He wills Related Verse From The Holy Quran: We sent Noah to his People (with the Command): "Do thou warn thy people before there comes to them a grievous Penalty." He said: "O my People! I am to you a Warner, clear and open: "That ye should worship Allah, fear Him, and obey me: "So He may forgive you your sins and GIVE YOU RESPITE FOR A STATED TERM: for when the Term given by Allah is accomplished, it cannot be put forward: if ye only knew." (71:1...4) 6

7 MCA Youth Committee Contact: ; ext 444. Halaqa Leaders Contact: MCA Youth Halaqa Presents... PARENT ORIENTATION NIGHT Friday October 2nd, 2009 From Maghrib to Isha in the MCA Banquet Hall Calling all parents to meet and get to know their Youth s Halaqa Leaders! Learn more about the Vision of the Halaqa program and its plans for this upcoming year! Halaqas will meet every Friday starting October 9th For more information & to Register for the MCA Halaqa Program, please youth@mcabayarea.org Last YOUTH FORUM of Ramadan Friday Night after 8 Rakaats of Taraweeh Ages 13+ in the MCA Gym Ages 8-12 in the MCA Game Room 1 on 1 with Imam Suhaib Webb Make your appointments soon, registration available on the MCA website MAS Bay Area announces 2nd annual sponsorship of ABRAHAM'S VISION UNITY PROGRAM Welcoming applicants age Earn college certificate and recommendations The Abraham's Vision Unity Program is a high school course designed to educate students about the complexities of contemporary Jewish-Muslim relations in the United States and beyond. Through their engagement in classes, fieldtrips, inter-school meetings, and more, students will deepen their understanding of what it has meant, and what it currently means, to be a Jew or a Muslim in the United States today. The UP will be the fifth year of running this groundbreaking program (our second year in the Bay Area), and we will be working with students from three regions: the East Bay, the South Bay, and the city of San Francisco. Apply online now at Featuring Classes in: MCA Youth Presents YOUTH CENTER Yoga for Sisters Hapkido Martial Arts for Brothers Arts & Crafts for Kids Arabic Calligraphy Art for Everyone & More! Classes start the week of October 19th Registration Opens Soon! 7

8 Paying Zakāh al-fitir with Cash By Saūd bin Abdullah al-finisān PhD Translated by Suhaib Webb All praise is to Allah. May His peace and blessings be Upon the Messenger of Allāh, [Muḥammad], Allah s peace and blessings be upon him. Zakāh al-fiṭir is obligatory according to the Majority of Scholars. Some scholars from the Zāhiri, as well as Shafi ī and Mālikī schools, held that it was merely recommended, while those who held it as an obligation differed on the method it should be paid falling into two groups: Those who Prohibited Paying it with its Cash Equivalent: This group argues that the only way to pay zakāh al-fiṭir is with one of the items mentioned in the Prophetic traditions. Three of the four great Imams held this opinion- Mālik, al-shāfi Ī and Ahmed. Their evidence is the Prophet s statement, related on behalf of Abdullah bin Omar who said, The Prophet [sa] prescribed the payment of zakāh al-fiṭir as, a Sa [four handfuls] of dates, wheat or barley. Other narrations state, Or cottage cheese. To be spent upon the elderly and the children. Proof taken from this Hadith: If it were allowed to pay zakāt al-fiṭir with its cash equivalent the Prophet [sa] would have mentioned it. A Shari ah axiom states, It is not allowed to delay instructions on how to perform when it is time to be performed. In addition, the statement attributed to the prophet Enrich them this day has a weak chain or, it could mean, on this day of Eid, share your food with them so they are not forced to ask for food while others are celebrating. The Second Opinion: zakāt al-fiṭir can be Paid in Cash Those who allowed this included Abū Ḥanifah and his students. Other scholars approved of it as well such as Sufyān al-thawri, Ḥassan al-basri who said, I see nothing wrong in paying it with cash and the Caliph and Omar bin Abdul Aziz who instructed the tax collectors of Basra to Take half a dirham (cash) from everyman. It was also attributed to some of the Companions such as Mu awiyah bin Abi Sufyān. The Companions Were Concerned with the Value not The Commodity Ibn Munthir mentioned in his book al- Awṣat: The companions (ra) allowed the payment of zakāt to be with a half sa of wheat because they saw it equal to the value of a sa of dates or barley. He related this with a sound chain on behalf of a large group of the companions [Allah be pleased with them] such as Uthmān bin Affan, Alī bin Abi Tālib, Abī Hurairah, Jābir bin Abdillāh, Abdillah bin al-zubair and Asmāh bin Abi Bakr. Ibn Hajar mentioned in al-fath: When Abdullāh bin Abbās (Allah be pleased with him) was the mayor of Basra, he ordered that zakāt al-fiṭịr given with a sa of dates, barley, cottage cheese or a half sa of corn seeds. When Ali ibn Abi Talib (Allah be pleased with him) was in charge of Basra, the prices fell considerably so he ordered that all of the above mentioned commodities (in the Prophetic Narration) be combined to equal one sa and paid in bulk. This proves that the Companions (Allah be pleased with them) concern was with the value. The Companions and the Maqāṣid of al-sharī ah (Objectives of Islamic Law) Imām al-bukhārī mentions the statement of Ibn Omar [Allah be pleased with him] that the Companions used to dispense zakāt al-fiṭịr a day or two before Eid, while the Prophet [sa] was reported to have designated its distribution on the day of Eid. This proves that they assessed the needs of the poor so they could use their charity to prepare flour, dough or bread. (by the Eid celebration). Definitive Consensus on using what is Most Beneficial The scholars reached unanimity that a country is allowed to dispense zakāt alfiṭịr using foodstuffs other than those mentioned in the hadith in order to fulfill the needs of the poor. Today we must ask, Do most of today s poor have a need for anything greater than cash? Why the Scholars Differed The crux of this difference centers around the following question: Is consideration given to the commodity or is it given to the value? The majority contend the former, going with the explicit meaning of the relevant texts, while the second group looks at the needs of the poor, addressing them based on changes in price and values. This practice is done with regards to zakāt on properties as well. (it is based on looking at the needs of the poor). Anas mentioned that Abū Bakr, Allah be pleased with them both, wrote to him concerning what Allah had instructed his Messenger, Allah s peace and blessings be upon him, to do in the case of someone whose Zakāt payment should have been one year old she-camel, which he did not have, while he did have a two year old shecamel. It should be accepted from him and the zakāt-collector would give him twenty dirhams (coins) or two sheep in compensation. If he had no one year old she-camel but did have a two year old male camel, it should be accepted from him and he would not receive anything in compensation. Related by al-bukhāri in his Sahīh. Ṭāwūs said that Mu ādh said to the people of Yemen, Bring me small or second-hand garments for zakat instead of barley and millet. It will be easy for you and good for the companion of the Prophet in Madina. Related by al-bukhāri in his Sahīh. 8

9 Understanding these Evidences Based on these evidences, if it were forbidden to dispense zakāt al-fiṭir with its cash equivalent or something similar, Islamic law would have made it crystal clear. For example, the Prophet, Allah s peace and blessing be upon him, would have been reported to have said something like: That being said, it is well known that the raw food items mentioned in the Prophet s statement above are no longer relevant to people [in their raw form] today. Since it was acceptable to exchange those raw foods, which the Prophet specified with other goods, then it is surely allowable to, based on ijtihad, replace them with what is most needed. underlying reason for the designation of those things mentioned in the hadith is need. An important Shari ah axiom states, Rulings run according to their principle causes. Therefore, it is permissible to pay zakāt al-fiṭir with cash if there is a real need and benefit to the poor. You are forbidden to pay zakāt in cash. Indeed, zakāt should only be paid with food or something similar. (please note this is not an actual statement of the Prophet, Allah s peace and blessing be upon him. Since nothing of this sort was related on behalf of the Prophet, Allah s peace and blessing be upon him, it proves that the underlying reason behind zakāt al-fiṭir is serving the needs of the poor and the underprivileged; and a purification for the shortcomings of the fasting person. There is an axiom in Islamic Law that states, Needs reach the degree of necessities when demanded. That The Opinion The distribution of those things mentioned in the hadith is contingent to the needs of the poor, just as distributing cash (instead of the items mentioned in the hadith) is as well. This will allow them to purchase what is needed such as different types of food, or to purchase what is satisfying for them and their families on the day of Eid. The hadith related by al-daruqtuni, although its chain is weak, Enrich them this day strengthens that contention because the needs of today s poor are not restricted to food exclusively, but extend to clothing and other things which are necessities (paying the bills and rent for example). Therefore, the Those Eligible for zakāt al-fiṭir It is not allowed to give zakāt al-fiṭir to a person unless he is from the following: the poor, the destitute, those in debt and those who are stranded as noted in the 9th chapter of the Qur an verse 60. As for the other groups mentioned in the verse, then they are exempted from taking it because they are allowed to take from the general zakāt fund as well as the spoils of war. And Allah knows best Sa ūd bin Abdullah al-finisān PhD. Translated and abridged by Suhaib Webb In Pain? How to Recover Rapidly from Chronic Pain & Enjoy Better Health A Workshop by Farhad Amir Author of Rapid Recovery from Back and Neck Pain: A Nine-Step Recovery Plan (Now Available at the MCA Bookstore!) Four Saturdays, Oct 17 Nov 7, 2009, MCA Game Room To learn if you should attend, how you can benefit, workshop details, and testimonials, please visit I recovered completely and cancelled two back surgeries Allan J. Masison, Retired Accountant, Weymouth, Massachusetts FREE first session; 12-month money-back guarantee! Super early registration: Now till Oct 10: $75 Early registration: Oct 11 Oct 16: $99 On Oct 17: $125 9

10 First Ever Career Fair A Pleasant Success! On Saturday Aug 29th, the MCA Career Services held its first ever "Career Fair". Over 10 wellknown employers were represented, offering job opportunities across various functional areas including finance, marketing, management, and engineering to name a few. The event drew a crowd of 200+, ranging from new college grads to experienced professionals. Alhumdulilah, the event manifested into an immediate success as there was a software engineer who was hired on that day, and another individual who was hired as a medical assistant a few days following the event. We are extremely appreciative of our key sponsor, Buy.It.Together, a bay area start-up run by a successful serial entrepreneur: they gave us the financial support to put together this event, and in return they were able to identify top talent via onsite interviews. The event represented a unique opportunity for community members to network with topbrass professionals from across Silicon Valley. The marketing leading up to the event gravitated an increasing number of employers to participate, We are also appreciative of the experienced professionals and career counselors in the community who volunteered their time to make this event a success. Concurrent to the networking and resume submission at one end of the banquet hall, stage presentations were delivered on various topics: - Samrina Qureishi, who leads the business development for MCA Career Services, presented the all-new career services job portal, where employers can post jobs and candidates can seek jobs (at no charge): cs.mcabayarea.org - Anand Krishan, a Hass MBA graduate and currently an investment banker at Morgan Stanley, delivered a presentation on "Is Business School right for me?" - Farhan Syed, a Wharton MBA graduate and a consultant at Bain & Co., presented a compelling set of slides on how to make the leap from college to the workplace while maintaining your values - this was a huge crowd favorite. With the success of this event, the MCA Career Services activities are getting busier: more resumes to match jobs against, more community members to connect with career counselors, and more employers/business owners with whom we need to establish an ongoing dialog. This means we need more professionals to pitch in their skills so we can continue to serve the community; please us at careerservices@mcabayarea. org to see how you can volunteer and shape our vision. Kind regards, Khurram Taji Director, MCA Career Services Employment Opportunity at Granada Islamic School Social Studies Teacher for Grades 6 & 7 Part Time position (60%). To apply submit résumé and cover letter to nihadm@granadaschool.org, or fax/send the information to: Granada Islamic School, Attn: Mrs. Nihad Mourad, 3003 Scott Blvd., Santa Clara, CA Fax: (408) most notably Facebook, who sent their recruiter last-minute to seek out the best talent in the community. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree U.S. Teaching Experience CBEST Teaching Certificate Preferred Legal Work Status English Proficiency 10

11 MCA Legal Clinic Need Legal Help? Have a Family Law question? From September 19th, MCA Legal Clinic offers free family law advice every 3rd Saturday of the month on: Marriage, Separation, Divorce Spousal and Child Support Child Custody and Visitation Domestic Violence and Restraining Orders Property Division, family residence, bank accounts, retirement accounts, stock options, and other assets We continue to offer free legal advice on other general areas of law on every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month, including immigration, business, family/divorce, court appearances/litigation, employment, landlord-tenant, small claims, personal injury, consumer law/bankruptcy/ debt, civil rights, and wills/estates/trusts. To schedule your free 20-minute appointment, please visit or legalclinic@mcabayarea.org or call x 470 IHSAN FOUNDATION for WEST AFRICA Accepting Zakat and Sadaqa for Education, Health Care, Orphans, Vocational Training, Digging of Wells, and building of Masajid *** Sponsor a needy child s Education for Sadaqa of just $20/Month *** FALL 2009 ARABIC & ISLAMIC SCIENCES COURSES Note: All timings are subject to changes due to daylight savings time or in prayer timings Allah willing, the courses will run from: SEPTEMBER 27, 2009 to DECEMBER 1, 2009 Arabic 2C: Introduction to Arabic Grammar. Prerequisite: Arabic 1A-2B Required Text: Elementary Modern Standard Arabic I. Sundays 1:45-3:15 (1:30-3:00 after daylights savings time). Fee $170. Commentary on the 40 Hadith of al-nawawi: An in-depth commentary on some of the most comprehensive statements of the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him). Required Text: Commentary on the 40 Hadith of al-nawawi by J. Zarabozo Sundays 3:30-4:30 Fee: $130 Preservation of the Sunnah IV: Detailed discussion of how the sunnah and hadith were preserved, starting from the earliest years. Recommended Text: The Authority and Importance of the Sunnah by J. Zarabozo Sundays 5:15-6:15 (with slight adjustment after daylight savings time) Fee $130. Commentary on Fiqh al-sunnah V: Explanation of the wellknown book available in English and Arabic, covering the basic material and then highlighting most interesting topics. This session's emphasis will be on the sunan al-fitra. Required Text: Fiqh al-sunnah by al-sayyid Sabiq. Sundays 7:15-8:30 (moving to 6:45-8:00, due to prayer times) Fee: $145 Principles of Tafseer: Rules of Interpretation 2: A study of the most important rules one should be familiar with to understand the Word of Allah properly. Tuesdays 7:00-8:00 - (7:15-8:15 for first session only due to prayer times) Fee: $130 Visit or IHSAN s Table at MCA banquet hall Donate generously, and transform lives forever Tel ; info@ihsanfoundation.org Tax-Exempt Charity (Federal Tax ID: ) Arabic 1A: Introduction to Arabic Grammar. Prerequisite: Good Command of the Arabic Script. Text: Elementary Modern Standard Arabic I by Peter Aboud and others. Tuesdays after Isha Prayer for one hour and a half Fee $170. NOTE: Arabic 1A is onsite only and will not be available online. To register go to or register in person at the first class. 11

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