ZAYTUNA INSTITUTE PRESENTS
Zaytuna Minara Program

GIFTS OF THE PROPHET
Lessons from the Life and Character of the Beloved Messenger

A day-long intensive workshop taught by
IMAM ZAID SHAKIR
USTADH YAHYA RHODUS
Atlanta, Georgia
May 12th, 2007

GIFTS OF THE PROPHET: PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The knowledge and teachings handed down in the Islamic tradition are bountiful. Yet it is in the life and character of the Prophet Muhammad that we find perhaps our most practical and inspiring wisdom for Muslims to apply in their daily life and practice. This workshop program focuses on the profound lessons we can take from the life and character of the Prophet and the importance of truly knowing him and embodying his noble example. Drawing largely from the text al-Nafahat al-'Itriyya min Sirat Khair al-Bariyya ("Fragrant Breezes from the Life of the Best of Creation") by the renowned hadith scholar Shaykh Nuruddin 'Itar, program sessions will alternate between reflections upon key moments in the story of the Prophet's blessed life (sirah) - his bearing hardships, his strategic wisdom, and his remarkable success - and vivid descriptions of his outward and inward characteristics (shamail) - his physical stature and mannerisms, his courage and compassion, and his humility and devotion to his Lord. Our hope is that attendees gain a deeper familiarity with and appreciation of the Prophet and how the gifts of his brilliant example can serve us in our efforts toward self-refinement and spiritual fulfillment.

ZAYTUNA MINARA PROGRAM
Zaytuna’s Minara programs are intensive weekend workshops offered for the many Muslims who are searching for sacred knowledge while grappling with the arduous scheduling demands of the modern world. Aimed at bringing high-quality Islamic education to people in their communities in a convenient yet powerful format, this program provides a concentrated educational offering which includes practical, relevant knowledge for students to apply in their daily efforts to better themselves and strengthen their connection to the Islamic tradition. For more information on Zaytuna's Minara program, click here.

"This is probably the most enlightening conference I have ever been to." - Texas Minara participant
"It was a life-transforming experience." - Florida Minara participant

LOCATION
Atlanta Airport Marriott
4711 Best Road
Atlanta, GA 30337
(404) 766-7900

TIMINGS
Saturday, 10:00am - 7:00pm

TUITION & TERMS
- $45 per person
- $30 for students (student ID will be required)
- Meals, accommodations, and transportation not included
- No children under age 10
- To reserve a hotel room at our group rate click here.  The group code is ZAYZAYA.
- Parking is available at a group discount rate of $3 per day. Mention "Zatyuna when arriving.

REGISTRATION
Online pre-registration is now closed
On-site registration is available.  On-site registration opens at 9:00am.

FOR MORE INFO
Phone: (510) 582-1979
E-mail: minara@zaytuna.org