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Presentation by Ustaz Zhulkeflee Hj IsmailPresentation by Ustaz Zhulkeflee Hj Ismail
Wednesday , 9 July 2014 @8.30PM
HCS Centre, Blk 2, Joo Chiat Complex (Lift lobby is
at glass door right next to Joo Chiat Coffeeshop)
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Singapura
IN THE NAME OF ALLAH,
MOST COMPASSIONATE,
MOST MERCIFUL.
ORIENTATION FOR YOUNG MUSLIMSORIENTATION FOR YOUNG MUSLIMS
“ THE NEGLECTED LEGACY ”
Session # 1:
General Advice regarding
way of our learning
Correcting misconception
regarding term DA’WAH
Advise on DA’AWAH
CV - Ta’arruf

IN THE NAME OF ALLAH,IN THE NAME OF ALLAH,
MOSTMOST
COMPASSIONATE,COMPASSIONATE,
MOST MERCIFUL.MOST MERCIFUL.
By: USTAZ ZHULKEFLEE HJ ISMAIL
TASAWWUR ISLAM

Are we really serious?
 Like how we slogged for Academic achievement and success?
 Like how we struggle in seeking worldly material progress?
 Like the way we are ready and committed to sacrifice in
seeking personal fame, status, career, influence, power?
 … the way we promote our groups, our company, our party?
Our ‘Amal firstly depends upon our having the right ‘ilm, in the right way
TASAWWUR ISLAM

BY READING ?
AS LISTENERS ONLY ?
BEING IN PRESENCE ?
BY BEING TRUE SEEKERS ?
BEING ACCEPTED AS SEEKERS OF ‘ILM ?
UNDERGOING MENTORSHIP ?
LEARNING THROUGH KHIDMAH ?
Or, could it be that we are still affected by “PAPERCHASE SYNDROME” ?
TASAWWUR ISLAM

A MODERNA MODERN
PARABLEPARABLE
““THE JIG-SAW PUZZLE”THE JIG-SAW PUZZLE”
By : Ustaz Zhulkeflee Hj Ismail.By : Ustaz Zhulkeflee Hj Ismail.
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Information gathered are like
pieces of jig-saw puzzle.
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Information gathered are like pieces of
jig-saw puzzle.
It may seem quite easy to get them,
especially when they seemed to be
scattered about almost everywhere.
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Some people are keen to only gather
them, to pick them up, to steal these
pieces, and are obsessed with merely
having as much of them as possible –
not realizing its true meaning, its true
significance, its true place and
purpose.
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Thus, some people may feel that they
have ‘knowledge’, whereas what
they possess may just be merely
‘information’.
Islam’s epistemology is different from
the conventional-secular educational
philosophy.
It emphasizes importance of
understanding terminologies and its
profound meanings adequately.
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Especially the term ‘ilm -for
knowledge.
Actually by “knowledge”, we
are referring to the relevant
“meaning of that subject that
we seek to acquire, arriving in
our soul ...”
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‫لم‬ْ‫م‬‫ع‬

The “Soul” (or sometimes
referred to as the ‘heart’,
‘mind’ or ‘intellect’) is the
spiritual Self (Nafs) of who we
are - our cognitive essence,
capable of knowing and of
learning.
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When we speak of
“knowledge” as referring to
“meaning” , it is:
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When we speak of
“knowledge” as referring to
“meaning” , it is:
“ ... the arrival of meaning of
not just the subject per se, but
how it relates to whatever
knowledge which we already
possess within our soul.”
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Thus education is said to be
“organic” liken to a living
organism – which pertains to
the “growth” of our soul.
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.
Education is not a mechanical
construct, but it entails nurturing of
something with Life – educators to
be likened as the gardeners not
engineers.
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Actually, (in Islamic education),
when acquiring any pieces of it
(information), you (as students)
should also be learning what its
meaning and significance is, and
how it is to be applied (fixed)
unto what you already possess
thus far – increasing your
growth.
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This can only be possible when
such pieces are given to you by
one who has true ownership of
these, and who consents to
give them to you and helps you
with how you should
understand them, and to form
(or attach) them unto your own
overall worldview.
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Thus, you must also seek to
learn from the right person, i.e.
especially those who has ‘seen’
the full - the completed picture.
Only they are the ones who can
rightfully teach you how you are
to make each pieces to become
meaningful to what you already
possess.
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Therefore the manner or
approach must also to be
appropriately inculcated with
ADAB:
“.. as to which category of
knowledge to learn, it’s order of
priority, how much quantum of
it to be acquired, its sequence
and relevance, how it relates to
the Reality, etc.”
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And the manner or approach
towards making it meaningful
(enlightening), may be seen
from various perspectives
(angles) amongst fellow
students in the same class,
because each student may have
a limited vision of what the
teacher was teaching.
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Thus traditional teachers
often encourage revision – (if
individually, the Malay term
used, that I remember was
“menderas”), or if in group
discussion, as “halaqah”
(study circle).
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Thus traditional teachers
often encourage revision – (if
individually, the Malay term
used, that I remember was
“menderas”), or if in group
discussion, as “halaqah”
(study circle).
Group sharing exercise,
enhances your learning.
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Differentiating the GeneralDifferentiating the General
meaning from the Specificmeaning from the Specific
(technical) meaning of the(technical) meaning of the
terms used.terms used.

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DA’WAH – today, has been understood generally, to refer to every
initiatives to call people towards adhering to every teachings of
Islam, without any distinction with regards to the audience
concerned (al-mad-’uun).
Unfortunately in Singapore, every religious activity amongst Muslims
are termed as “Da’wah” activity as though Da’wah is only meant for
Muslims, whereas the original meaning refers to “calling every one
towards Islam” especially the non-Muslims.

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DA’WAH – in the original sense refers to the
calling of all mankind (unbelievers) to Islam.
 In matters of Islam, we Muslims (in Singapore) generally may haveIn matters of Islam, we Muslims (in Singapore) generally may have
become ‘localized’ (insular and exclusive) to the extent that we onlybecome ‘localized’ (insular and exclusive) to the extent that we only
think as though “Islam” is only for us, and about us.think as though “Islam” is only for us, and about us.
 Every activities pertaining to Islam are deemed only for us Muslims.Every activities pertaining to Islam are deemed only for us Muslims.

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 All our “All our “Islamic Da’wah resourcesIslamic Da’wah resources” (if any) are geared only towards the” (if any) are geared only towards the
16% Muslims16% Muslims of the nation’s population (Singapore). We have all alongof the nation’s population (Singapore). We have all along
neglected theneglected the 84% (non-Muslims).84% (non-Muslims).
 Some Muslims here are so afraid to speak of doing direct “Some Muslims here are so afraid to speak of doing direct “Da’wahDa’wah””
towards non-Muslims. They even deemed this (the Prophetic Qur’anictowards non-Muslims. They even deemed this (the Prophetic Qur’anic
method ofmethod of Da’wahDa’wah ) as being confrontational – outdated!) as being confrontational – outdated!

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 Some (indirect) approach towards the non-Muslims inSome (indirect) approach towards the non-Muslims in ““InterfaithInterfaith
DialogueDialogue”” events may perhaps been done. Albeit only because it isevents may perhaps been done. Albeit only because it is
encouraged to showcase religious harmony in our nation. Yet, they areencouraged to showcase religious harmony in our nation. Yet, they are
claiming this as their efforts in doing “claiming this as their efforts in doing “Da’wahDa’wah” (they called it “non-” (they called it “non-
confrontational type”). Really ?confrontational type”). Really ?
 To ‘To ‘confrontconfront ’ does not necessarily mean that one must be “aggressive,’ does not necessarily mean that one must be “aggressive,
intolerant, discourteous etc.”intolerant, discourteous etc.”

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 The Qur’an already stipulates we must do it:The Qur’an already stipulates we must do it: “with wisdom and goodly
exhortation, and argue with them in the most kindly manner”
 So as not to be misunderstood, I am not against Interfaith dialogue, orSo as not to be misunderstood, I am not against Interfaith dialogue, or
efforts in building bridges with others, or promotion of religious andefforts in building bridges with others, or promotion of religious and
racial harmony amongst our comrades and citizens in this, our belovedracial harmony amongst our comrades and citizens in this, our beloved
nation. It is the manner Muslims are doing it … is it with Da’wah in mindnation. It is the manner Muslims are doing it … is it with Da’wah in mind
and method?and method?

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 The concern is our (Muslims’) honesty of claiming to be doing “The concern is our (Muslims’) honesty of claiming to be doing “Da’wahDa’wah””
when that effort, when judged by the criteria fromwhen that effort, when judged by the criteria from Al-Qur’anAl-Qur’an andand As-As-
SunnahSunnah ,, it may not qualify as to be regarded as “it may not qualify as to be regarded as “Da’wahDa’wah” in the true” in the true
sense. Some dare to regard this Prophetic criterion as archaic.sense. Some dare to regard this Prophetic criterion as archaic.
 They justify it by saying:They justify it by saying: “Those old methods are foolish and outdated,“Those old methods are foolish and outdated,
we must now be wise. Be pragmatic and inclusive … we do not want thewe must now be wise. Be pragmatic and inclusive … we do not want the
others to dislike us!”others to dislike us!”

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 Yet these people conveniently ignored or forgotten that they have beenYet these people conveniently ignored or forgotten that they have been
commanded by Allah to be sincere, even if this be hated:commanded by Allah to be sincere, even if this be hated:
““ ... be sincere (making religion pure for Allah only),... be sincere (making religion pure for Allah only),
however much the disbelievers be averse –”however much the disbelievers be averse –”
(Qur’an: Ghofir: 40: 15)

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 And those Muslims engaged in thisAnd those Muslims engaged in this “Interfaith dialogue”“Interfaith dialogue” have to behave to be
honest and sincerely admit as to what their motives and objectives forhonest and sincerely admit as to what their motives and objectives for
doing so are – Is it fordoing so are – Is it for Islamic Da’wahIslamic Da’wah or merely to comply with otheror merely to comply with other
agendas? To be in the mainstream?agendas? To be in the mainstream?
 Have they considered or have any regard for theHave they considered or have any regard for the “Usul ad-Da’wah”“Usul ad-Da’wah” andand
thethe “Fiqh-hud-Da’wah”“Fiqh-hud-Da’wah” ??
 Isn’t Truth supposed to confront falsehood?Isn’t Truth supposed to confront falsehood?

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 Afraid to confront and yet claim to be doing “Da’wah” ?
 They like to say: “Let’s accept that everybody is right and nobody is
wrong!!?” -
 LAA-HAU-LA WA LAA-QUW-WA-TA IL-LA BIL-LAAH !

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 And they should be reminded that this religion of al-Islam is also called
Ad-Deen-ul-Haqq (the religion of Truth):

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““He (Allah) it is Who hath sent His messenger with the guidance andHe (Allah) it is Who hath sent His messenger with the guidance and
the religion of Truth (al-Islam), that He may make it victoriousthe religion of Truth (al-Islam), that He may make it victorious
(triumph) over all religion however much idolaters may be averse.”(triumph) over all religion however much idolaters may be averse.”
((Qur’an: Saff: 61: 8Qur’an: Saff: 61: 8))

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““It is He (Allah) who has sent His Messenger with Guidance and theIt is He (Allah) who has sent His Messenger with Guidance and the
Religion of Truth (al-Islam), to proclaim it over all religion: and enoughReligion of Truth (al-Islam), to proclaim it over all religion: and enough
is Allah for a Witness.”is Allah for a Witness.”
((Qur’an: Fath: 48: 28Qur’an: Fath: 48: 28))

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““Da-’inDa-’in” [sing.] (caller; one who invites) –” [sing.] (caller; one who invites) – title indicating atitle indicating a
high station in the hierarchy of ranks amongsthigh station in the hierarchy of ranks amongst ‘ulama’‘ulama’ of Islamof Islam..
Title accorded only to those with certain criteria; more asTitle accorded only to those with certain criteria; more as
ambassador or emissary of Islam - to call others toambassador or emissary of Islam - to call others to al-Islamal-Islam..
This title or appellation of aThis title or appellation of a ““Du-’atDu-’at” [pl.]” [pl.] - should not be- should not be
carelessly used just because a Muslim is doing or helping in work ofcarelessly used just because a Muslim is doing or helping in work of
Da’wah.Da’wah.
As Prophet Muhammad s.a.a.w. is the exemplary :As Prophet Muhammad s.a.a.w. is the exemplary :
““and as one who invites to Allah's (Grace) by His leaveand as one who invites to Allah's (Grace) by His leave”” , - the task, - the task
of such a person is indeed wide-ranging .of such a person is indeed wide-ranging .

 Do not equate this task (DA’WAH) as being similar with other kinds
of professions. It is AMANAH as a mission and – not a vocation.
 Remember, it has been carried out by an unbroken chain of DU’AT,
faithfully linked to the Prophet Muhammad s.a.a.w.
 This legacy is the foremost concern because DEEN-AL-ISLAM has
been perfected and there will be no more new prophet sent to all
mankind after our Muhammad s.a.a.w.
 Every Muslim are to be developed towards assisting DA’WAH
ISLAMIYYAH, in whatever capacity they attained, the most basic is
to become Witnesses of Islam with their life for others.
AN-NASEEHAH – Sincere Advice

 Each region may underwent its own unique history, experiences
especially of “civilizational osmosis”. Therefore to have knowledge
and true appreciation of their respective history, to benefit from the
work of previous scholars and propagators, managing proper
transmission of their work with ADAB, especially in learning
adequately of Wisdom and experience gained by them, is
imperative.
 This is crucial – failure in fulfilling this is being ungrateful and can
lead to (KHIYAANAH) treachery to the Prophetic legacy.
 Remember, Allah SWT has stipulated the criteria for carrying it out.
AN-NASEEHAH – Sincere Advice

““It is He who has sent among the unlettered a Messenger fromIt is He who has sent among the unlettered a Messenger from
themselves (themselves (YAT-LU ‘ALAY-HIM AA-YAA-TIHIYAT-LU ‘ALAY-HIM AA-YAA-TIHI) reciting to them) reciting to them
His verses and (His verses and (YU-ZAK-KEE-HIMYU-ZAK-KEE-HIM) purifying them (and make) purifying them (and make
them grow) and (them grow) and (YU-’AL-LI-MU-HUMYU-’AL-LI-MU-HUM) teaching them the Book) teaching them the Book
(AL-KITAAB) and wisdom ((AL-KITAAB) and wisdom (AL-AL-HHIKMAHIKMAH)”)”
((Qur’an: Jumu’ah: 62: 2Qur’an: Jumu’ah: 62: 2))

““ ((UUD-’UUUUD-’UU) Invite (or call) to the way of your Lord with) Invite (or call) to the way of your Lord with
((AL-AL-HHIKMAHIKMAH) wisdom and good instruction, and argue) wisdom and good instruction, and argue
with them in a way that is best.”with them in a way that is best.”
((Qur’an: An-Nahlu: 16: 125Qur’an: An-Nahlu: 16: 125))

‘‘ILMILM -- knowledgeknowledge
TARBIYYAHTARBIYYAH
(training-nurturing)
TAZKIYYAHTAZKIYYAH
(self-purity growth)
TA’LIMTA’LIM
(learning - knowledge)
TA’DIBTA’DIB
EducationEducation
Disciplining orDisciplining or
inculcating withinculcating with ADABADAB MUJAAHADAHMUJAAHADAH
(striving with utmost in Allah’s Way)
FARDH ‘AINFARDH ‘AIN
(personal religious obligation)
FARDH KIFAAYAFARDH KIFAAYA
(shared community obligation)
Through all these to attain toThrough all these to attain to HIKMAHHIKMAH -- WisdomWisdom

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AD-DA-‘I WAD-DA’WAHAD-DA-‘I WAD-DA’WAH
(THE CALLER AND THE CALL)(THE CALLER AND THE CALL)
MUBALLIGHMUBALLIGH
MUDAR-RIS WA MU-‘AL-LIMMUDAR-RIS WA MU-‘AL-LIM
MURAB-BI’ - MU-AD-DIB - MURSHIDMURAB-BI’ - MU-AD-DIB - MURSHID
MUS-LIMUS-LIHH AD-DEEN WAL-UMMAHAD-DEEN WAL-UMMAH
MUJAD-DIDMUJAD-DID
MUJAHID - DA’WAHMUJAHID - DA’WAH
BIL-LISAAN BIL-QALAAM BIL-HAAL BIS-SAYF
QUDWAH HASANAH MUNAZARAH
THE EMISSARY AND THE MISSION

THE AMBASSADOR
MEDIA DEPARTMENT
EDUCATION DEPARTMENT
HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT
RESEARCH – THINK TANK - DEPARTMENT
COUNTER INTELLIGENCE
PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT – FIELD WORK

“People are like minerals, the best of them in Jahiliyah
will still be the best amongst them in Islam,
so long as they have proper (profound) understanding.”
(Hadith reported by Bukhary, Muslim, Darimi and Ahmad)

Turn ye to your Lord (in repentance) andTurn ye to your Lord (in repentance) and (ASLIMU-(ASLIMU-
LAHU) bow to His (WillLAHU) bow to His (Will),”),”
((Qur’an: Surah Az-Zumar: 39: 54Qur’an: Surah Az-Zumar: 39: 54))
MOST COMPASSIONATE,MOST COMPASSIONATE,
MOST MERCIFULMOST MERCIFUL..
AN-NASEEHAHAN-NASEEHAH

Not equal are the companions of the Fire and the companions of Paradise.Not equal are the companions of the Fire and the companions of Paradise.
The companions of Paradise - they are the ones who attain [true success].”The companions of Paradise - they are the ones who attain [true success].”
((Qur’an: Surah Al-Hashr: 59: 20Qur’an: Surah Al-Hashr: 59: 20))

ONLY FOR THOSE MEANT TO BE SUBDUEDONLY FOR THOSE MEANT TO BE SUBDUED
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““The purpose of theThe purpose of the Qur’anQur’an is for invitation (is for invitation (Da’wahDa’wah -calling)-calling)
to all the creation (to all the creation (KhalqiKhalqi) to (the worship of the One)) to (the worship of the One) TrueTrue
God (Al-Haqq)God (Al-Haqq), and to enter (, and to enter (DukhuuliDukhuuli) into (a transaction by) into (a transaction by
adhering to) Hisadhering to) His DeenDeen (religion of Islam).”(religion of Islam).”
MOSTMOST
MOST MERCIFULMOST MERCIFUL
AN-NASEEHAH
““Sincere advice”Sincere advice”
- Ibn Juazayy al-Kalbi rahmatullaahi ‘alayh- Ibn Juazayy al-Kalbi rahmatullaahi ‘alayh.
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Every tree begun from a seed, and wouldEvery tree begun from a seed, and would
grow in stages – from seedling into a plantgrow in stages – from seedling into a plant
which from its onset develops severalwhich from its onset develops several
important crucial components viz. Its roots,important crucial components viz. Its roots,
its stems which then grow into trunk andits stems which then grow into trunk and
branches, its barks and leaves etc.branches, its barks and leaves etc.
All of these has to be nurtured and let toAll of these has to be nurtured and let to
grow in tandem – as and when conditionsgrow in tandem – as and when conditions
permits.permits.
If any of these is neglected, or process forIf any of these is neglected, or process for
their growth stymied to only allow onetheir growth stymied to only allow one
component to be fully developed withoutcomponent to be fully developed without
these others – then the tree may be harmed.these others – then the tree may be harmed.

““Tinggi sungguh gunung Daik,Tinggi sungguh gunung Daik,
Mercunya nampak terang berkilau,Mercunya nampak terang berkilau,
Kalau asal benih yang baik,Kalau asal benih yang baik,
Jatuh ke laut menjadi pulau.”Jatuh ke laut menjadi pulau.”
““Majestic is mount Daik with awe and radiance,Majestic is mount Daik with awe and radiance,
With the sun atop its peak they appear to merge,With the sun atop its peak they appear to merge,
If a seed is truly derived from that of excellence,If a seed is truly derived from that of excellence,
When thrown in the sea an island will emerge”When thrown in the sea an island will emerge”
ENGLISH TRANSLATION?

“Ke hulu memotong pagar,
Jangan terpotong batang durian,
Carilah guru tempat belajar,
Jangan menyesal dihari kemudian.”
““The fence needs cutting as well as cleaning,The fence needs cutting as well as cleaning,
But do not destroy the branch of the durian tree,But do not destroy the branch of the durian tree,
Seek out a teacher to guide you in your learning,Seek out a teacher to guide you in your learning,
Lest great is the regret, your future will be.”Lest great is the regret, your future will be.”

““Berburu ke padang datar,Berburu ke padang datar,
Mendapat rusa belang kaki,Mendapat rusa belang kaki,
Berguru kepalang ajar,Berguru kepalang ajar,
Bagaikan bunga kembang tak jadi”Bagaikan bunga kembang tak jadi”
““To go hunting on the plains deserted,To go hunting on the plains deserted,
Tracking a deer till it meet its doom,Tracking a deer till it meet its doom,
If in learning one is lazy, dull and half-hearted,If in learning one is lazy, dull and half-hearted,
Like flower that wilted as bud, before it canLike flower that wilted as bud, before it can
ever bloom.”ever bloom.”

““Dikala pagi pergi berdagang,Dikala pagi pergi berdagang,
Menyara hidup untuk keluarga,Menyara hidup untuk keluarga,
Rela ku mati berputih tulang,Rela ku mati berputih tulang,
Dari hidup berputih mata.”Dari hidup berputih mata.”
““Morning to the market where trading is assured,Morning to the market where trading is assured,
Seeking provision for family not for fame,Seeking provision for family not for fame,
Honouring justice and truth, death is preferred,Honouring justice and truth, death is preferred,
Rather than life of self-pity, perpetually in shame.”Rather than life of self-pity, perpetually in shame.”

When We decide to destroy a population, We (first) send a definite orderWhen We decide to destroy a population, We (first) send a definite order
to those among them who are given the good things of this life and yetto those among them who are given the good things of this life and yet
transgress; so that the word is proved true against them: then We destroytransgress; so that the word is proved true against them: then We destroy
them utterly.”them utterly.”
((Qur’an: al-Isra: 17: 16Qur’an: al-Isra: 17: 16))
Sincere AdviceSincere Advice
““ REMEMBERREMEMBER :: With every power, status, wealth and well-beingWith every power, status, wealth and well-being
given to you, it comes with a big social responsibility which, ifgiven to you, it comes with a big social responsibility which, if
neglected, may be the primary cause of calamity upon others andneglected, may be the primary cause of calamity upon others and
bring Allah’s destruction of the entire society.bring Allah’s destruction of the entire society.

AND ALLAH KNOWS ALL
TO ALLAH WE SEEK HELP
WITH ALLAH IS THE SUCCESS TO BE
STEADFAST UPON THE STRAIGHT PATH

MOST MERCIFUL.MOST MERCIFUL.

““The best ones amongst you is the person who makesThe best ones amongst you is the person who makes
you remember Allah when you look upon him;you remember Allah when you look upon him;
and whenever he speaks it increases you yourand whenever he speaks it increases you your
knowledge (of the Deen), and with his deeds it inspiresknowledge (of the Deen), and with his deeds it inspires
(motivates) you to strive for your Hereafter.”(motivates) you to strive for your Hereafter.”
((Hadith reported by Hakim from Ibnu ‘Umar r.aHadith reported by Hakim from Ibnu ‘Umar r.a.).)

WHICHWHICH UNIVERSITYUNIVERSITY DID YOUDID YOU GRADUATEGRADUATE FROM ?FROM ?
WHAT’S YOUR BACKGROUND ?WHAT’S YOUR BACKGROUND ?
DO YOU HAVEDO YOU HAVE LOCUS STANDI ?LOCUS STANDI ?
ARE YOU FROMARE YOU FROM MADRASAHMADRASAH ??
Got ARS or not ?
SURE YOU QUALIFIED TO TALK ?
GOT PHD OR NOT?
WHY SHOULD I LISTEN TO YOU ?
DO I KNOW YOU?
NEVER HEARD OF YOU BEFORE
USUAL REMARKS ENCOUNTERED
YOU SPEAK ARABIC?
LAA-HAW-LA-WA-LAA-QUW-WA-TA-IL-LA-BIL-LAAH

BEGINNING OF TARBIYYAH
Family belongs to practitioner of the “Ba-’Alawi ” ways, emphasizing
much upon inculcation of Adab emulating the religious practices of the
Saadat Ba’Alawi, in loving the Prophet ,his Ahil-Bayt and descendants,
seeking beneficial knowledge, being in the company of ‘Ulama, prioritizing
upon ‘Amal (deeds) and Akhlaq-al-Karimah (noble disposition).
- Recitation of Surah Yaseen and Ratib Al-Haddad (weekly) has been
inculcated in our family since very young, without fail (even when we went
on holiday).
From young had been inculcated ‘Adab’ - through observance of many
community traditional practices of the elders viz. Mawlid, ‘kenduri’ ,
‘tahlilan’, ‘Ratib’ , Diba’ie, ceramah, ziyarah, ‘Wiridan’ , etc.

I owed immensely my Islamic upbringing to my to late
mother and both my grandmothers to whom I was very
closed to.
Most of early life was spent living as extended family
within a large estate-home headed by one of them as the
family grand Matriarch (Hajjah Aishah binte Haji Omar).

Many well-known Islamic religious scholars frequently were invited for the
whole family to gain audience from, as well Asaatizah were employed to
conduct regular Islamic classes for us the children after our schooling hours.
In this household, we strictly follow many traditions regarding
Islamic learning, ways and customs, instituted by a legacy of
my late grandfather ( Haji Yousoff bin Haji Mohammad Noor ).

Also, living in the earliest Muslim Quarter of Kampong Glam very close to
Masjid Sultan, and having strong family ties with other families with
similar Islamic tradition, had undoubtedly affected my religious
consciousness.

KUTTAB
KAK IJUM (NEK HAJI)
- @ MINTO ROAD, JALAN SULTAN
SHEIKH ABU BAKAR BAHASWAN (QUR’AN)
ADAB - FARDHU ‘AIN – RATIB AL-HADDAD – AKHLAQ (FAMILY-BASED)
ADULT – FARDHU ‘AIN (PERDAUS) @ MADRASAH ALSAGOFF
USTAZ OSMAN JANTAN
USTAZ HAFI HAKIM
FIQH AS-SUNNAH – (USTAZ WAN SALLEH – YA’COOB ELIAS)
TAUHEED – (USTAZ MAKTOOM – BUYA MALIK AHMAD)
DA’WAH-SIYAASAH –
(USTAZ ISMAIL BAHRUM – DR. BURHANUDDIN AL-HELMY)
HALAQAH (MOSQUE)
USTAZ MUHAMMAD B. ABDULLAH B. SALIM BIN DIAB (FIQH)
KIYAI HAJI SHUKUR (TASAWWUF)
HABIB MUHAMMAD BIN SALIM AL-ATTAS (MASJID BA-’ALAWIE)
MENTORED (HOME)
USTAZ SA’ID BIN MUHAMMAD BIN SA’ID
USTAZ GHAFUR
USTAZ MUHAMMAD BIN SA’ID SEMARANG
(SON OF FOUNDER MADRASAH AS-SIBYAN)
USTAZ HAJI DAWOOD BIN HAJI NASIR
USRAH
AL-MANAR (AFGHANI –ABDUH – RASHID REDHA)
IKHWANUL MUSLIMUN (HASSAN AL-BANNA – SAYYID SABIQ – ALGHAZZALI)
PERSATUAN ISLAM – MUHAMMADIYYAH – AL-IRSHAD – NAHDATUL ‘ULAMA
TABLIGH – PERIPENSIS - HIMPUNAN BELIA ISLAM – JAM’IYYAH – DARUL ARQAM
MOREMORE

*Guillemard English School (Primary – PSLE)Guillemard English School (Primary – PSLE)
* St. Patrick’s School (Secondary – Cambridge Cert.)St. Patrick’s School (Secondary – Cambridge Cert.)
City School of Commerce ( Cambridge Higher School Cert.)City School of Commerce ( Cambridge Higher School Cert.)
A turning point in taking very seriously my learning of Islam was when I
chose to study in a Catholic-Mission secondary School. I continued taking
extra-lessons on Islam in Madrasah, mosques and joined Halaqah etc.
With the advantage of Islamic home-schooling and nurturing, all of us
the siblings were sent to English schools. Combination of both systems
were gained – proficient in English and yet we could read and write also
in ‘Jawi ‘ script. This early foundation was indeed important.

* While learning about Islam and after my HSC result, because I
was not called for full-time National service, I had to apply for jobs.
Working with HDB, pursued and obtained theWorking with HDB, pursued and obtained the
Technological Certificate in Builders’ Quantities from theTechnological Certificate in Builders’ Quantities from the
City Guilds of London Institute.City Guilds of London Institute.
FIRST FULL-TIME JOB WITH HOUSING DEVELOPMENT BOARD (1973)
SERVED AS TECHNICAL OFFICER
IN CONTRACTS MANAGEMENT
(QUANTITY SURVEYING)
While continually
learning Islam and
sharing Islam on a
Part-time basis after
Working hours and on
week-ends
IN TANDEM

(1982) when the main resource teacher (Ustaz) for Muslim converts
in Singapore then, Allahyarham Cikgu Hj Zaini Hj Ahmad became
indisposed due to ill-health, I was interviewed by the then Singapore
second Mufti Syed Esa bin Semait and Allahyarham Ustaz Syed
‘Abdillah bin Ahmad al-Jufri, was granted permission and appointed
by them to be the Ustaz to replace his role. I was also appointed as
one of the Registrar for conversion of new Muslims.

While continually
learning Islam and
sharing Islam on a
week-ends
IN TANDEM

While continually
learning Islam and
sharing Islam on a
week-ends(1991) after working for 17 years, opted to leave my full-time job with
HDB to devote fully in serving the Ummah (Da’wah education)
IN TANDEM

WHILE SERVING IN DARUL ARQAM
(1991-1997)
MOULAVI BABU SAHIB
SHEIKH AHMAD DEEDAT
DR. JAMAL BADAWI
DR.GARY MILLER
AHMED VON DENFER
MOULANA IMRAN HOESEIIN
DR. BILAL PHILLIPS
DR. MAURICE BUCCAILLE
DR. AHMAD SAKR
HJ. A. KARIM GERALD D’CRUZ
KIYAI DRS. MUCHTAR ADAM
USTAZ HUSSEIN SHAHAB
... AND MANY OTHER VISITING SCHOLARS.
WHILE SERVING IN PERGAS
(1997-2004)
USTAZ HJ. ABU BAKAR HASHIM
USTAZ SYED ‘ABDILLAH AL-JUFRI
USTAZ AHMAD SONHADJI MUHAMMAD
USTAZ SALLIM JASMAN
USTAZ SYED HASSAN AL-BAHAR
... AND MANY OTHER ASAATIZAH.
ISTAC-PERGAS SEMINAR
(2000)
PROF. SYED MUHAMMAD NAQUIB AL-ATTAS
PROF. WAN MOHD NOR WAN DAUD
PROF. ALA-EDDIN KHAROUFA
PROF, MALIK BADRI
PROF. ABDUL RAHIM MUDDATHIR
PROF. AMIR ROUBA-’IE
PROF. FERID MUHIC
PROF. AHMAD MUSAVI KAZEMI
PROF. CEMIL AKDOĞAN
PROF. HASSAN EL-NAGAR
DR. MUHAMMAD ZAINIY UTHMAN
DR. BURHANUDDIN AHMAD
DR. WAN AZHAR
DR. UGI SUHARTO
DR. ADI SETIA
DR. FARID SAHRAN
OTHERS
UNABLE TO LIST MANY MORE ISLAMIC SCHOLARS,
TEACHERS, ACADEMICIANS, ELDERS, ETC. WHICH
I HAD PERSONALLY MET, LEARNT AND BENEFITTED
FROM THEIR WISDOM AND ADVICES

19911991- He resigned from HDB and became full-time staff in- He resigned from HDB and became full-time staff in
Darul Arqam.Darul Arqam.
PROGRAMS WHICH HE IMPLEMENTED WHILE IN DARULPROGRAMS WHICH HE IMPLEMENTED WHILE IN DARUL
““IIC (Islam It’s Challenges)” ;IIC (Islam It’s Challenges)” ;
post-IIC Du’at training program on Comparative religiouspost-IIC Du’at training program on Comparative religious
studies ;studies ;
training of lecturers for the “Orientation to Islam” ;training of lecturers for the “Orientation to Islam” ;
revised and introduced new curriculum for the convertsrevised and introduced new curriculum for the converts
“Beginners’ course on Islam”;“Beginners’ course on Islam”;

““Developed conducts Intermediate level Islam : Aqa’id,Developed conducts Intermediate level Islam : Aqa’id,
Fiqh Akhlaq courses for converts;Fiqh Akhlaq courses for converts;
Standardised and trained the assessors for the “ConvertsStandardised and trained the assessors for the “Converts
Assessment program”;Assessment program”;
Developed trained presenters for “Orientation to Islam”;Developed trained presenters for “Orientation to Islam”;
“Class tutors” etc.“Class tutors” etc.

““Marriage Guidance course” for Muslim converts;Marriage Guidance course” for Muslim converts;
Developed andDeveloped and conducted in-house TTC (Teachers Trainingconducted in-house TTC (Teachers Training
CourseCourse)) for Beginners’ class teachersfor Beginners’ class teachers
Developed theDeveloped the “Fardhu ‘Ain Camp for Youth” curriculum“Fardhu ‘Ain Camp for Youth” curriculum

OTHER ROLE AND CONTRIBUTION WHILE IN DARULOTHER ROLE AND CONTRIBUTION WHILE IN DARUL
Contributor for “Muslim Readers” – Darul Arqam magazine.Contributor for “Muslim Readers” – Darul Arqam magazine.
one of the Registrarone of the Registrarss for Muslim Conversion;for Muslim Conversion;
A qualifiedA qualified KhatibKhatib (preacher)(preacher) for Juma’ah prayer (Fridayfor Juma’ah prayer (Friday
sermon);sermon);

OTHER ROLE AND CONTRIBUTION WHILE IN DARULOTHER ROLE AND CONTRIBUTION WHILE IN DARUL
regularly invited by mosques, Madrasah,regularly invited by mosques, Madrasah, IslamicIslamic
organisations, universities, the American Internationalorganisations, universities, the American International
Schools, WAMY (World Assembly of Muslim Youth), etc. asSchools, WAMY (World Assembly of Muslim Youth), etc. as
speaker and lecturer on Islam.speaker and lecturer on Islam.
Invitation to present papers on Islamic Da’wah and EducationInvitation to present papers on Islamic Da’wah and Education
at conferences and seminars in Singapore, Malaysia andat conferences and seminars in Singapore, Malaysia and
Brunei Darussalam.Brunei Darussalam.

19971997- He resigned from Darul Arqam and became full-time- He resigned from Darul Arqam and became full-time
staff in PERGAS (Association of Islamic Scholars Religiousstaff in PERGAS (Association of Islamic Scholars Religious
Teachers, Singapore).Teachers, Singapore).
ROLE AND CONTRIBUTION WHILE SERVING IN PERGASROLE AND CONTRIBUTION WHILE SERVING IN PERGAS
19971997 - Begun as Executive Officer (Research Development)- Begun as Executive Officer (Research Development)
Drafted the by-laws and co-ordinated with special ad-hocDrafted the by-laws and co-ordinated with special ad-hoc
committee led by PERGAS’ President Ustaz Hj Abu Bakarcommittee led by PERGAS’ President Ustaz Hj Abu Bakar
Hashim, for the establishment of PERGAS Co-operative;Hashim, for the establishment of PERGAS Co-operative;

Wrote for PERGAS’ quarterly magazine “AR-RISALAH”Wrote for PERGAS’ quarterly magazine “AR-RISALAH”
Responded on behalf of PERGAS in Berita Harian regardingResponded on behalf of PERGAS in Berita Harian regarding
talk by Orientalist Prof. John L. Espositotalk by Orientalist Prof. John L. Esposito
19981998 -Prepared a research paper and presented for discussion-Prepared a research paper and presented for discussion
in PERGAS, in response to a Minister’s comment on Madrasah :in PERGAS, in response to a Minister’s comment on Madrasah :

19971997- He resigned from Darul Arqam and became full-time staff- He resigned from Darul Arqam and became full-time staff
in PERGAS (Association of Islamic Scholars Religious Teachers,in PERGAS (Association of Islamic Scholars Religious Teachers,
Singapore).Singapore).
19981998 – Prepared PERGAS’s response to the Parliamentary Select– Prepared PERGAS’s response to the Parliamentary Select
Committee regarding proposed Amendment Bill on AMLA.Committee regarding proposed Amendment Bill on AMLA.
And was amongst those representing PERGAS in the specialAnd was amongst those representing PERGAS in the special
hearing (others were Ustaz Hj Abu Bakar Hashim, Ustazhearing (others were Ustaz Hj Abu Bakar Hashim, Ustaz
Muhammad Fatris Bakaram and Muhammad Hannan Hassan);Muhammad Fatris Bakaram and Muhammad Hannan Hassan);

19981998 – Given additional role as the Acting Manager of PERGAS.– Given additional role as the Acting Manager of PERGAS.
Spearheaded PERGAS’ move to Wisma Indah and helpedSpearheaded PERGAS’ move to Wisma Indah and helped
designed the new office to re-strategize re-assert PERGAS’designed the new office to re-strategize re-assert PERGAS’
important role as the foremost Islamic organizationimportant role as the foremost Islamic organization
representing the ummah in Singapore;representing the ummah in Singapore;

19991999 – confirmed as the Manager of PERGAS– confirmed as the Manager of PERGAS
Headed a unit as the Acting Director “Islam in English program.”Headed a unit as the Acting Director “Islam in English program.”
Initiated the working relation between PERGAS and SKML (SingaporeInitiated the working relation between PERGAS and SKML (Singapore
Kadayanallur Muslim League) where classes were developed for theKadayanallur Muslim League) where classes were developed for the
Indian and non-Malay speaking students there.Indian and non-Malay speaking students there.

20002000 - Organized the special year-long Islamic Intellectual program- Organized the special year-long Islamic Intellectual program
for Asaatizah and professionals in: “Seminar PERGAS/ISTAC 2000”for Asaatizah and professionals in: “Seminar PERGAS/ISTAC 2000”
with collaboration from International Institute of Islamic Thoughtswith collaboration from International Institute of Islamic Thoughts
and Civilization (ISTAC, KL).and Civilization (ISTAC, KL).

Trained speakers launched “Marriage Guidance Course” for SKML.Trained speakers launched “Marriage Guidance Course” for SKML.
Prepared the framework for the establishment of joint MUIS-PERGASPrepared the framework for the establishment of joint MUIS-PERGAS
Board of Accreditation for Islamic Teachers and Propagators.Board of Accreditation for Islamic Teachers and Propagators.
Developed the Educators Enrichment Program– Orientation forDeveloped the Educators Enrichment Program– Orientation for
Muslim Educators” and conducted the program in collaboration withMuslim Educators” and conducted the program in collaboration with
Perbayu (NIE) inPerbayu (NIE) in 20012001

20022002 - Published the textbook specially for new Muslims undergoing- Published the textbook specially for new Muslims undergoing
their Fardhu ‘Ain course in English - “Beginners’ Manual on Islam” –their Fardhu ‘Ain course in English - “Beginners’ Manual on Islam” –
ISBN 981-04-8683-7ISBN 981-04-8683-7

He was also a lecturer in the PERGAS weekend Madrasah for adultHe was also a lecturer in the PERGAS weekend Madrasah for adult
Muslims leading to SPI (Certificate in Islamic Studies) – as well theMuslims leading to SPI (Certificate in Islamic Studies) – as well the
DPI (Diploma in Islamic Studies)DPI (Diploma in Islamic Studies)
Developed and conducted new courses on Islam for MandarinDeveloped and conducted new courses on Islam for Mandarin
Tourist Guides Club; Tasawwur Islam (Islamic Worldview), etc.Tourist Guides Club; Tasawwur Islam (Islamic Worldview), etc.

Appointed by MUIS to conduct a special course to introduce IslamAppointed by MUIS to conduct a special course to introduce Islam
to Catholic seminarians at the St. Francis Xavier Seminary, Ponggol.to Catholic seminarians at the St. Francis Xavier Seminary, Ponggol.
Again invited by the Catholic community to conduct course onAgain invited by the Catholic community to conduct course on
Islam at the Singapore Pastoral Centre of the Catholic Archdiocese,Islam at the Singapore Pastoral Centre of the Catholic Archdiocese,
Queens Street.Queens Street.

Other invitations were from Singapore American School, NationalOther invitations were from Singapore American School, National
University of Singapore Muslim Society, Nanyang TechnologicalUniversity of Singapore Muslim Society, Nanyang Technological
University Muslim Society, Sree Narayanan Mission, MENDAKI,University Muslim Society, Sree Narayanan Mission, MENDAKI,
Catholic Archdiocese, PPIS (Young Women Muslim Organization),Catholic Archdiocese, PPIS (Young Women Muslim Organization),
and several mosques, etc.and several mosques, etc.

Overseas assignments – invited to lecture conduct courses inOverseas assignments – invited to lecture conduct courses in
Australia :Australia :
InIn PerthPerth, (Masjid Al-Hidayah Padbury, Masjid Rivervale, Masjid At-, (Masjid Al-Hidayah Padbury, Masjid Rivervale, Masjid At-
Taqwa Mirabooka),Taqwa Mirabooka), RockinghamRockingham (Masjid Ar-Rukun),(Masjid Ar-Rukun), KatanningKatanning
(Masjid Katanning), etc.(Masjid Katanning), etc.

Overseas assignments – invited to lecture conduct courses inOverseas assignments – invited to lecture conduct courses in
AustraliaAustralia ::
InIn MelbourneMelbourne – Werribee Islamic College of Victoria, University of– Werribee Islamic College of Victoria, University of
Melbourne Muslim Society, community of Muslims in Ringwood, etc.Melbourne Muslim Society, community of Muslims in Ringwood, etc.
Had also visitedHad also visited SydneySydney,, Port HedlandPort Hedland,, GeraldtonGeraldton,, CanberraCanberra etc.etc.

Prepared presented research paper for PERGAS’ response to thePrepared presented research paper for PERGAS’ response to the
““Madrasah Issue”, was one of the resource PERGAS spokesmen toMadrasah Issue”, was one of the resource PERGAS spokesmen to
push for the preservation of the status quo of Madrasah vis-a-vispush for the preservation of the status quo of Madrasah vis-a-vis
“Compulsory Education Act.”“Compulsory Education Act.”
(Assigned by PERGAS’ president and) served one term as the Secretary(Assigned by PERGAS’ president and) served one term as the Secretary
to Madrasah Aljunied Al-Islamiyah Management Committee.to Madrasah Aljunied Al-Islamiyah Management Committee.

20042004 - He resigned from being the full-time staff in PERGAS- He resigned from being the full-time staff in PERGAS
(Association of Islamic Scholars Religious Teachers, Singapore), but(Association of Islamic Scholars Religious Teachers, Singapore), but
continued to teach, lecture, write, serves as religious counsellor,continued to teach, lecture, write, serves as religious counsellor,
Imam/Khatib, Hakam (Arbitrator) for the Shari’ah Court, consultantImam/Khatib, Hakam (Arbitrator) for the Shari’ah Court, consultant
and resource person on Islamic Da’wah education.and resource person on Islamic Da’wah education.
2006 (Dec)2006 (Dec) – He suffered a stroke and was hospitalized for 3 months.– He suffered a stroke and was hospitalized for 3 months.

2008 (April)2008 (April) – While recuperating, became active on the internet by– While recuperating, became active on the internet by
setting up blogs for Da’wah (in cyberspace) :setting up blogs for Da’wah (in cyberspace) :
• http://an-naseehah.blogspot.com/http://an-naseehah.blogspot.com/
• http://introductiontotauhid.blogspot.com/http://introductiontotauhid.blogspot.com/
• http://oyoubelievers.blogspot.com/http://oyoubelievers.blogspot.com/
• http://al-amthaal.blogspot.com/http://al-amthaal.blogspot.com/
• http://zhulkeflee-archive.blogspot.com/http://zhulkeflee-archive.blogspot.com/
• http://criteriaforaholybook-quran.blogspot.com/http://criteriaforaholybook-quran.blogspot.com/
• http://with-the-truthful.blogspot.com/http://with-the-truthful.blogspot.com/
• http ://muqaddam-nurul.blogspot.com/http ://muqaddam-nurul.blogspot.com/

20082008 - Resumed public appearance with Talk @ Masjid Sultan- Resumed public appearance with Talk @ Masjid Sultan
Auditorium, followed by invitations from Darul Arqam Singapore.Auditorium, followed by invitations from Darul Arqam Singapore.
2008 (Nov) –2008 (Nov) – Opened Slideshare account – (link):Opened Slideshare account – (link):
2009 (Feb) –2009 (Feb) – Opened Facebook account –Opened Facebook account –
Zhulkeflee Bin Haji IsmailZhulkeflee Bin Haji Ismail
20092009 - resumed teaching and developing FARDHU ‘AIN classes on- resumed teaching and developing FARDHU ‘AIN classes on
Islam in English for Adults.Islam in English for Adults.
http://www.slideshare.net/zhulkeflee

””All praise be to Allah Who has guided us onAll praise be to Allah Who has guided us on
to this. Had it not been for Allah Who grantedto this. Had it not been for Allah Who granted
us guidance, we would not be on the Rightus guidance, we would not be on the Right
Path.”Path.”

IN THE NAME OF ALLAH,
MOST COMPASSIONATE,
MOST MERCIFUL.
ORIENTAION FOR YOUNG MUSLIMSORIENTAION FOR YOUNG MUSLIMS
“ THE NEGLECTED LEGACY ”
Session # 2 :
Understanding the history of the
spread of Islam and the state of
DA’WAH effort in Singapura
TO BE CONTINUED
TO BE CONTINUED
INSHAA-ALLAAH
INSHAA-ALLAAH

WE HAVE TO KNOW ….WE HAVE TO KNOW ….

HOPE TO FURTHER ELUCIDATE THISHOPE TO FURTHER ELUCIDATE THIS
IN SEPARATE SESSION –IN SEPARATE SESSION – INSHA-ALLAH!INSHA-ALLAH!
Presentation by: Ustaz Zhulkeflee Hj Ismail (Singapore)

““INTRODUCTION TO THE STUDY OFINTRODUCTION TO THE STUDY OF FIQHFIQH ””
Intermediate Level Islamic course in English for AdultsIntermediate Level Islamic course in English for Adults
conducted by Ustaz Zhulkeflee Hj Ismailconducted by Ustaz Zhulkeflee Hj Ismail
Extracted from:
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MOST MERCIFULMOST MERCIFUL

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