Upcoming Book Club! Friday, June 12 7pm @ Fusion, Paramus, NJ
Nurture your soul and connect with like-hearted Muslims in our Social & Spiritual Book Club. Through meaningful reads, guided reflections with Imam Kaiser Aslam, and uplifting conversations, we explore timeless wisdom and deepen our connection with Allah ﷻ and one another. Whether you’re new to spiritual reading or a lifelong seeker, join us in a welcoming space where books become a bridge to growth, healing, and community building.
Sakinah Institute hosts an engaging, in-person monthly book club meeting, where members of the community enjoy sharing their favorite passages and reflections. Register below to get all the details for upcoming meetings! Ustadh Kaiser Aslam is leading the book club!
To-date, we have discussed:
When Hearing Becomes Listening - Prophetic Listening and How It Can Transform the World Within Us and Around Us, by Mikaeel Ahmed Smith
With the Heart in Mind by Mikaeel Ahmed Smith
Our Master Muhammad, the Messenger of Allah ﷺ, his Sublime Character & Exalted Attributes : Vol 1 by Shaykh 'Abdallah Sirajuddin al-Husayni
Lost Islamic History by Firas Alkhateeb
Destiny Disrupted: A History of the World through Islamic Eyes by Tamim Ansary
On the Muslim Question, by Anne Norton
Current Read: When Hearing Becomes Listening - Prophetic Listening and How It Can Transform the World Within Us and Around Us, by Mikaeel Ahmed Smith
One of our favorite evenings is coming up, and this time, you get to help decide what we'll read next.
Join us for an engaging discussion as we explore four compelling book options:
• The Cambridge Illustrated History of the Islamic World – a fascinating journey through the civilizations, people, and ideas that shaped Muslim history.
• Disciplining the Soul and Breaking the Two Desires – Imam al-Ghazali's timeless guidance on overcoming the ego and cultivating spiritual excellence.
• Green Deen – an inspiring look at environmental stewardship through the lens of Islamic values.
• Purification of the Heart – a beloved classic that examines the spiritual diseases of the heart and their cures.
📍 Fusion Community Center, Paramus
📅 Friday, June 12
🕖 7:00 PM
Please RSVP in advance so we can best accommodate our guests.
We look forward to an evening of learning, reflection, and community.