GAP Year Jalsa 2017 P2

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Reflections and spiritual advice delivered during a Madrasah Gap Year graduation and Hifz completion ceremony (Jalsa).

Listening to and acquiring sacred Islamic knowledge (Ilm-e-Deen) cleanses and positively impacts the heart, even through passive listening in a blessed gathering.
Living in a madrasah environment teaches vital interpersonal character traits such as patience (Sabr), tolerance, and brotherhood.
Fulfilling the needs of others (Khidmat) brings the help and assistance of Allah subhanahu wa ta'ala in times of need.
A gap year program equips youth entering university or the workplace with foundational knowledge of Taharat, essential Fiqh, and protection against contemporary ideological fitnahs.
Knowledge combined with sincerity (Ikhlas) acts as a shield to preserve one's Iman and adherence to the Sunnah.

Hadith: "The best of you is he who studied the Quran and taught it."
Hadith: Whoever fulfills the needs of a brother, Allah subhanahu wa ta'ala will fulfill his needs.

Express heartfelt gratitude to parents, Asatidha (teachers), and community members who facilitate Islamic learning.
Maintain steadfastness in Deen and protect one's faith when transitioning into secular higher education or professional life.
Continuously make Dua for sincerity (Ikhlas), steadfastness (Istiqamah), and guidance.