Tutors:
Ustadh Shaqur Rehman - Student of knowledge, teacher and instructor with Sabeel (www.iprogress.org.uk)
Dr Faizal Moosa - Consultant Psychiatrist and Chairperson of the Muslim Doctors and Dentists Association (MDDA - www.mdda.org.uk).
Description:
Is black magic allowed in Islam? Do Jinn live amongst us? Can we see them? Is someone with Schizophrenia “possessed”? Will amulets and spells work? Surely Prozac will help?
Jinn and black magic are common in Muslim communities which account for many marriage breakdowns, splitting of families and mental disorders. Unfortunately, this area has many misconceptions which lead Muslims to even greater problems i.e. seeking help of 'magicians', Peers/“Saints” and amulets/taweez.
Also, genuine mental disorders are labelled as possession and legitimate medical help is not sought. To help educate ourselves, IlmStoke is pleased to present this unique course covering:
A detailed and academic study off the world of the Jinn and black magic with Q&A and course folders providedMedical insight by a Consultant psychiatrist educating us about mental illness in the communityTitle: Possessed or Depressed?
Date: Sunday 12th July 2009
Start time: 13:00
Summary: A course on Jinn, Black Magic and Mental Health.
Venue: North Staffordshire Conference and Seminar Centre, Hartshill Road, Stoke On Trent, ST4 7NY
Lunch will be available for £2
“Whoever follows a path in the pursuit of knowledge, Allâh will make a path to Paradise easy for him.” (Narrated by al-Bukhâri, Kitâb al-‘Ilm, 10)
