Islamic Awareness Week 09

Edinburgh University Islamic Society and Edinburgh University Students Association present Islamic Awareness Week. A whole week of events to promote Islam and teach about what Islam actually is
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Monday 23rd February

Muslim Youth: The Islam Factor

Description: A talk by Imam Ziaullah Khan on Muslim youth and how Islam plays a vital role in their lives. Imam Ziaullah Khan is Director of the Centre for Islamic Development in Halifax, Canada. He is also host of a local radio show Salam Halifax. Imam Ziaullah Khan is a speaker throughout Canada and Britain, as well as other countries.

Time: 7pm 9pm
Venue: Appleton Lecture theatre 1

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Tuesday 24th February

Movie Screening Muhammad: Legacy of a prophet

Description: Tells the story of the prophet Muhammad (pbuh) who changed world history in 23 years, and continues to shapes the lives of more than 1.2 billion people. The film takes viewers not only to ancient Middle Eastern sites where the prophets Muhammad's (pbuh) story unfolds, but into the homes, mosques and workplaces of some of America's estimated seven million Muslim to discover the many ways in which they follow the prophet Muhammad's (pbuh) example.
Time: 6.30pm - 8pm
Venue: Appleton Lecture theatre 1

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Wednesday 25th February

The Noble Quran: A Manual for Muslims

Description: A talk explaining what the Quran is and the importance of the Quran in Islam. The talk will cover many aspects from what the Quran says to its application in life.
Time: 5.30pm 6.30pm
Venue: Room 1, Chaplaincy

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Thursday 26th February

Islam's contribution to the English language: English words of Arabic origin

Description: A talk about the links between Arabic and English by Mourad Diouri an e-Learning Lecturer in Arabic Studies in Edinburgh University.
Time: 6pm 8pm
Venue: Appleton Lecture theatre 1
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Friday 27th February

Negotiating Diversity in a Shared Global Society: How Islam Accommodates the Other

Description: Sheik Jihad Brown is an American-born Islamic scholar based in Abu Dhabi. He's lectured and taught at various Islamic courses around the world.
Time: 6pm - 8pm
Venue: Appleton Lecture Theatre 1

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Saturday 28th February

Islam & the Environment

Description: A contemporary talk about Islam and the Environment at the summit of Arthurs Seat. This is an exciting and novel talk, which involves a trek up Arthurs seat. There will also be a picnic with snacks and drinks during the talk.
Time: 11am 2pm
Venue: Arthurs Seat, meet outside common wealth pool at 11am


For more information or details email vice-president@isoced.org

We would like to thank the sponsors of Islamic Awareness Week:
Maramis Kebab House
Palmyra Pizza & Wraps
Kebab Mahal

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info@isoced.org

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[jaaniali]

Mashallah great video

[oOoSairaoOo]

Salam :D

Good effort mashaAllah....love the video

may Allah reward everyone who made the week a success!

[t33ks]

keep up the good work!

[tadaas247247]

Amazing video! ISocEd is doing a great job.. Keep up the good work!