Jamia Al-Karam

09/06/2026

Weekly Study Session at Jamia Al-Karam

Students gathered for their weekly lesson with Shaykh Muhammad Imdad Hussain Pirzada, benefiting from his guidance and insights. Also present were respected members of the teaching faculty, contributing to an atmosphere of learning, reflection and scholarly discussion.

May Allah bless our teachers and students, and grant us all the ability to act upon beneficial knowledge. Ameen.

07/06/2026

05/06/2026

𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗝𝗔𝗞𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲

We are pleased to share this moving lecture by Shaykh Abdal Hakim Murad on 'Reviving the Spirit of the Sirah', delivered at the JAK 2025 Convention at Jamia Al-Karam on Sunday 6 July 2025.

Watch now as part of the initiative:
https://youtu.be/kfeFNbga_gw?si=aHem_kQu5509YK7K

In this profound reflection, Shaykh Abdal Hakim Murad explores the meanings of Muharram, the Hijrah, and the blessed arrival of Prophet Muhammad (upon him be peace) in Madinah. The lecture reminds us of the prophetic call to spread peace, feed others, pray by night, overcome divisions, welcome new Muslims and revive love of the Messenger (upon him be peace) through action and service.

04/06/2026

The erudite scholar and benefactor of the graduates of Jamia Al-Karam, Shaykh Prof. Dr. Abdul Fadeel al-Qawsi, is remembered today commemorating the date of his passing, 4 June, back in 2020. An eminent personality with expertise in rational theology and philosophy.

The attached commemorative post is from the official page of Al-Azhar's Council of Senior Scholars (Hay'at Kubbar al-'Ulama').

Our tribute on his passing: https://www.facebook.com/JamiaAlKaram/posts/pfbid0y8MEA7dP8e6zgFWv4MBM94NN56yJtFGacJa9uM2Jwm8rkvsfWKutYPKhXCDXZ3t1l

01/06/2026

𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀

Today, 1 June, marks the Global Day of Parents, designated by the UN General Assembly in 2012 and observed annually in honour of parents throughout the world.

Islam places immense emphasis on honouring, serving and showing kindness to parents. Allah Almighty says: "And your Lord has decreed that you worship none except Him alone, and be good to the parents. If one of them or both of them reach old age with you, then do not even say 'uff' (fie) to them, and do not tell them off, but speak to them with great respect. And lower the wing of humility in front of them out of mercy, and ask (Allah): 'O my Lord! Have mercy on them in the same way that they nurtured me (with great love and mercy) when I was young.'" [Qur'an: The Sublime Word, 17:23-24]

Prophet Muhammad (upon him be peace), as reported by his Companion Anas, said: "Whoever pleased his parents has pleased Allah, and whoever displeased his parents has displeased Allah." [Kanz al-Ummal, Hadith 45497]

Honouring parents continues even after they have passed away. The Companion Malik ibn Rabi'ah reports that a person from the tribe of Banu Salamah asked Prophet Muhammad (upon him be peace): "After the passing away of my parents, am I still responsible for any good deed towards them?" He replied: "Yes, to perform their funeral prayer, to seek forgiveness for them, to fulfil their promises, to respect their friends and to maintain the ties of kinship which you would not have were it nor for them." [Sunan Ibn Majah, Hadith 3664]

You can find more background on the on the official United Nations Global Day of Parents page: https://www.un.org/en/observances/parents-day

The accompanying image is AI-generated and used for illustrative purposes.

27/05/2026

EID MUBARAK & HAJJ MABRUR

From Shaykh Muhammad Imdad Hussain Pirzada and all of us at Jamia Al-Karam, United Kingdom.

10 Dhu'l-Hijjah 1447 | 27 May 2026

Courtyard photo at the 'Complex of Shrines of the Companions: Zayd ibn Harithah, Ja'far ibn Abi Talib and 'Abdullah ibn Rawahah', located in the governorate of Kerak, in sourthern Mazar, Jordan, where the Battle of Mu'tah took place in 629 CE. Photo taken during the working visit of Vice-Principal Bakhtyar Pirzada to Amman, on 13 December 2022.

22/05/2026

𝗔𝗱𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗡𝗼𝘄 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻 – 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲

Begin a journey of knowledge, character and spiritual growth at Jamia Al-Karam.

With over four decades of educational excellence, our full-time residential programme combines traditional Islamic sciences and Classical Arabic with contemporary understanding, personal development and mentorship.

- Foundation & Advanced Diploma pathways
- For male and female students aged 18+
- Beautiful countryside campus with full boarding facilities

𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗽 𝗶𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗽𝘂𝗿𝘀𝘂𝗶𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄𝗹𝗲𝗱𝗴𝗲.

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20/05/2026

12/05/2026

𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗿𝗮𝗵 𝗦𝘆𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘂𝗺: 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 & 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲
𝗖𝘆𝗰𝗹𝗲 𝟭 – 𝗟𝗼𝘀𝘁 & 𝗙𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱: 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗜𝘀𝗹𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗛𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗼𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗻 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗱

Jamia Al-Karam recently hosted the inaugural Basirah Symposium: Reflections & Discourse, marking the completion of the first reading cycle of the Basirah Reading Club.

Over the past months, students and alumni engaged in a guided reading of 'Lost Islamic History' by Firas Alkhateeb, exploring major themes surrounding Islamic civilisation, historical memory, identity, colonialism and the interpretation of the Muslim past in the modern age.

The symposium brought together graduates, students, teachers and guests for a day of thoughtful presentations, reflective engagement and scholarly discourse. Alumni participants delivered insightful and well-researched presentations on key sections of the text, followed by panel discussions examining important and often challenging questions surrounding Islamic history and its understanding today.

We extend our sincere appreciation to our young Imams and graduates who travelled from across the country to contribute to the symposium:

• Haroon Hussain; Markazi Jamia Masjid Ghausia, Huddersfield
• Imad Ud-Din Iqbal; Masjid Ghousia, Peterborough
• Mohammad Yasin; Easton Jamia Mosque, Bristol
• Awais Ahmed Hussain; Al-Karam Mosque, London
• Muhammad Bilal Khan; Derby Jamia Mosque, Derby
• Mohammed Hasan Patel; Jamia Al-Karam, Retford

Among the themes explored throughout the symposium were:
• balancing theological and historical narratives
• idealised and romanticised understandings of the past
• colonial influence on Muslim historical consciousness
• the role of popular Islamic history in shaping contemporary understanding
• the importance of principled, intellectually confident engagement with history

A special note of gratitude to our teacher Mohammed Awais Maqsood, who led the guided reading programme for this first cycle. The symposium also featured reflections and concluding discussions led by Vice-Principal Bakhtyar H. Pirzada, alongside contributions from respected teachers and guests including Dr Mahboob Hussain and Maulana Gul Muhammad.

The Basirah Symposium reflects Jamia Al-Karam’s ongoing commitment to cultivating reflective scholarship, intellectual breadth and meaningful discourse rooted in both the Islamic tradition and contemporary awareness; nurturing students and graduates who engage the modern world with clarity, wisdom and 'both eyes open'.

Following the successful completion of Cycle 1, the second cycle of the Basirah Reading Club has now commenced for May–July 2026, continuing this growing culture of guided reading, reflective learning and meaningful intellectual engagement within the Jamia Al-Karam community.

May Allah bless all those who participated, contributed and supported this important initiative, and grant lasting benefit through gatherings of knowledge, reflection and sincere discussion.

27/04/2026

𝗝𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗮 𝗔𝗹-𝗞𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗺 𝗛𝗼𝘀𝘁𝘀 𝗗𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘂𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁: ‘𝗛𝗼𝗻𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗠𝗼𝘀𝗾𝘂𝗲𝘀’

On Sunday, 19 April 2026, Jamia Al-Karam hosted a distinguished Mosque leadership gathering at its Eaton Hall campus in Retford. The event brought together mosque committee members, Imams and scholars from across the UK, creating a valuable platform to reflect on the evolving role of mosques and faith institutions, and to strengthen collaboration in serving local communities.

Building on decades of experience in training Imams and educators who serve nationwide, Jamia Al-Karam once again provided a meaningful setting for dialogue, exchange and collective vision. The gathering aimed to reinforce shared values while addressing the opportunities and challenges facing mosques.

The programme began with a welcome address highlighting the enduring contributions of earlier generations in establishing mosques and the current committee members and volunteers serving nationwide to sustain mosques as vital centres of faith and community life. This was followed by a moderated discussion session that encouraged open dialogue and participation from attendees, chaired by Vice-Principal Bakhtyar H. Pirzada.

Key areas of discussion included:
• The evolving role of mosques in modern Britain
• Countering Islamophobia and anti-Muslim hatred in an age of global change
• Transitions in religious leadership
• Enhancing cooperation and mutual support

Participants actively contributed insights drawn from their local experiences, enriching the discussions and fostering a spirit of shared purpose. The event also included an appreciation segment recognising the continued efforts and support of mosques working alongside Jamia Al-Karam in community service, education and the nurturing of Imams and scholars.

The gathering concluded with an opportunity for informal discussions over lunch and tea with the Founder and Principal of Jamia Al-Karam, Shaykh Muhammad Imdad Hussain Pirzada, allowing attendees to hear wise counsel from over fifty years of service in the UK. Jamia Al-Karam extends its sincere thanks to the following mosques for their attendance:

1. Jamia Ghosia Mosque, Blackburn
2. M A Mission Learning Centre, Bolton
3. Derby Jamia Mosque, Derby
4. Al-Karam Mosque, London
5. Al-Mustafa Centre, Middlesborough
6. Markazi Jamia Ghausia Masjid, Nelson
7. Islamic Centre Mosque, Nottingham
8. Jamia Masjid Chashtia, Rochdale
9. Hanfia Masjid And Islamic Cultural Centre, Sheffield
10. Warrington Islamic Association, Warrington

Jamia Al-Karam remains committed to supporting mosques and communities across the UK and looks forward to further strengthening these partnerships in the years ahead.