Itikaf

Itikaf (Form on the Bottom of the Page)

Itikaf arrangements will be made during the last ten days of Ramadan. Itikaf refers to going into seclusion in the Masjid for the sole purpose of worshiping Allah swt and attaching oneself and one’s heart to His creator. It is the sunnah of the prophet (PBUH) during the last days of Ramadan to stay over the masjid. As stated in Bukhari, “He (SAW) used to perform Itikaf in the last ten days of Ramadan until Allah the Mighty & Majestic, took him.” 

Itikaf provides an opportunity to the believer to get closer to Allah by temporarily freeing oneself and one’s mind from the activities and worries of the world.

It is also deduced from the various narrations that one of the major objects of Itikaf during Ramadan is to search for Laylatul Qadr (the Night of Power) what better manner can there be than to remain in ibadah at all times, whether one is awake or asleep, to obtain the reward of 1,000 months (over 83 years) of worship.

Furthermore, in Itikaf one is free from all daily tasks and thus has all the time to devote in the remembrance of Allah.

This year’s Itikaf program will be lead by brother Khalil Adem. Registration opens up April 11th through April 17th.

Brothers and Sisters interested in performing Itikaf must register on the form below:

The minimum age for Itikaf participants is 18 years. All participants below 18 years of age have to be accompanied by an adult (guardian). If the guardian has to leave the Masjid for any reason, the under 18 yr old participant must accompany him.

The Following are rules for those observing Itikaf.

1) No food or drinks are allowed inside the Masjid. Water in securely capped bottles is allowed.

2)Iftar and Suhoor will be served at the designated area by Volunteers. This arrangement is strictly for the individuals performing Itikaf.

3) All participants must keep the Masjid area clean, including bathroom and shower facilities.

4) All participants acknowledge that they have read the aforementioned rules and agree to be bound by its terms.

5) All participants further agrees to indemnify and hold ATIC – Al-Tawheed Center, Its administration and staff harmless from any claim, action, liability or expense.