Academy Faculty
Dr. Arif Hussain
ILF Leadership
Dr. Arif Hussain received his training in social activism and youth mentorship during his years as a member of Young Muslims (YM). While in YM, he served as a Neighbornet Coordinator, Chicago City Coordinator, and National Coordinator. He was also a founding member of the Islamic Learning Foundation in Chicago where he helped develop the curriculum for the faculty of Arabic studies.
He completed a rigorous course of Arabic study at the Qortoba Institute in Cairo Egypt. He has studied with Imam Yusuf Rios with a focus on Islamic leadership and Principles of Islamic Law. He is currently a student in the Mentors program of ILF and in the Alimiyyah program at Al-Salam Institute under the auspices of Dr. Akram Nadwi. Professionally, He is a practicing Physician.
Dr. Arif's Courses
Exalted & Purified: A Nooraniyah Course for Sisters
Begin your journey of reading the Quran with Islamic Learning Foundation. In this course we will cover the basics of how to read the Arabic alphabet and build until you are able to read the verse of Quran. This class will be for sisters only.
50
25
Who Wants a Caliphate?
A historical narrative of Islamic governance, it's emphasis in the Islamic tradition, and the religious impact of post-colonial secular governance in the Muslim world.
free
Building a Relationship with the Book of God
A practical guide for approaching Quran, studying its message, and living by its guidance
50
The Four Concepts by Maulana Maududi
The Quranic message can be summarized into four fundamental concepts: Ilah, Rabb, Ibadah, and Din.
50
Access to Quranic Arabic
This is our foundational Arabic course with an emphasis on reading comprehension.
50
Al Bayquniyya Explained (Private Session)
free
Building The Muslim Mind
Develop a grounded intellectual paradigm to deal with contemporary ideological, moral, and ethical constructs.
50
Conviction: The Creed of Imam Tahawi
A rational exposition on the fundamentals of Islamic Belief
free
Fiqh of Tahara and Salah (According to the Hanafi School)
free
Fundamental Islamic Spirituality
Soften the heart, enliven the soul. How to reconnect with God.
50
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