As we discuss Imam Ali (AS), we can learn so much from his life and his words. His quotes in Nahjul Balagha are so powerful and important for us to reflect on. This booklet has some of my personal favorite quotes from Nahjul Balagha, with space below them to reflect. I love activities like this, … Continue reading Reflections on Nahjul Balagha
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Titles of Imam Ali (AS)
With the foundation of Asadullah being the title of Imam Ali (AS), we decided to stick with the theme of a lion, but I wanted to introduce a few more titles of Imam Ali (AS), especially since he is often referred to by various titles. I started with a template of a lion, and because … Continue reading Titles of Imam Ali (AS)
Lion of Allah part 2
We continued our discussion of Imam Ali (AS) with some fun lion-themed activities, since Asadullah is one of the titles of Imam Ali (AS). You can download these activities below: Find the name of Imam Ali (AS) in Arabic To start, we spelled out the name of Imam Ali (AS) using the Arabic magnets, and … Continue reading Lion of Allah part 2
Lion of Allah
As we approach the month of Rajab, we will be starting our focus on Imam Ali (AS). One of the most visual titles of Imam Ali (AS) is Asadullah, which means the Lion of God. To introduce this, I first started with a lion. Kids typically have some familiarity with lions, so I asked my … Continue reading Lion of Allah
Questions for Imam Ali (AS)
Before the shahadat of Imam Ali (AS), he told the people to ask him whatever they wanted to ask him, before they would lose their access to him. “Ask me before you lose me. By Allah, if you ask me about anything that could happen up to the Day of Judgment, I will tell you … Continue reading Questions for Imam Ali (AS)
Two Weighty Things
On the 18th of Zil Hajj, Prophet Mohammed (SAW) appointed Imam Ali (AS) as his successor and our Imam. As Prophet Mohammed (SAW) knew that he would soon pass away, he made sure to tell us who we should follow, saying, “For whomsoever I am the Maula, Ali is his Maula.” On this day, Prophet … Continue reading Two Weighty Things
Imam Ali (AS) + Laylatul Qadr
Part 1: I WANT TO BE LIKE IMAM ALI (AS) The shahadat of Imam Ali (AS) is a major event in the holy month of Ramadhan. We mourn the loss of one of the most amazing beings ever created. For our children to understand why we are sad and why this loss is so important, they … Continue reading Imam Ali (AS) + Laylatul Qadr
Calligraphy– Connect the Dots
I remember when I was little, I was fascinated by all the beautiful calligraphy decorating the walls of our homes and our mosques. Ever since I could recognize the Arabic letters, I would try to pick them out in the artwork and try to figure out what was written. With all the loops, it took … Continue reading Calligraphy– Connect the Dots
Happy Birthday to our Imams!
15th Shabaan. 13th Rajab. 15th Ramadhan. All dates that have significance, in our minds and in the mind of a child that attends regular programs for the Birthdays of our Imams. But what’s the birth date of our 8th Imam? To be honest, I’d have to look it up. I learned it at one point, … Continue reading Happy Birthday to our Imams!