Issue No.36
The month of Muharram signals the start of the
Islamic New Year and we thank and praise our Cre-
ator and Sustainer for this wonderful blessing. At
Boorhaanol we feel it is only right that due impor-
tance should be given to its inception, and we have
thus decided to delay the publication of our Eidul
Adgha Newsletter by a few weeks to this sacred
month.
Fasting during this month is highly recommended,
with the 10th of Muharram being the most sacred
among all its days. Popularly known in Cape Town as
'Tiene Muharram', the day is traditionally marked by
voluntary fasting and the handing out of sweets to
the children. This spirit of generosity emanates from
a Hadith attributed to Rasulullah(pbuh), who urged
his ummah to be generous on that day, for Allah will
in turn increase their provision for the whole year.
We thus urge all Muslims to enthusiastically support
the Muharram March, organised under the auspices
of the Boorhaanol Islam Movement, in association
with the Tana Baru Trust, and which has grown from
strength to strength since its inception in 2013. At a
time when the Cradle of Islam is under severe threat
from gentrification, it behoves all Cape Muslims to
appreciate the massive sacrifices made by our fore-
fathers to establish the torch of Islam at the dark
and hostile tip of Africa. This year the march shines
the spotlight on these pioneers, and we urge all our
readers to be extra generous in supporting this
event. On the last page there is a window detailing
the various ways you can support this event.
Finally, may we wish all Muslims a 1440 filled with
barakah, ghayr, health and strength, and may the
Mercy of Allah protect our community, Insha-Allah.
EDITORIAL
September 2018Muharram 1440
Welcome to the New Year 1440
MAY AL L AH MAKE I T A GO O D AND B L ESSE DY EAR FO R YO U
All praise and thanks is to Allah who has blessed us with
another year.
With the passing of 1439 H we are reminded of the fleeting nature of life where Allah says:
“Know that the life of this world is but play and amusement and adornment and boasting to one an-other and competition in increase of wealth and children - like the example of a rain whose [resulting] plant growth pleases the tillers; then it dries and you see it turned yellow; then it becomes [scattered] debris. And in the Hereafter is severe punishment and forgiveness from Allah and approval. And what is the worldly life except the enjoyment of delusion” Surah Al Hadid 57:20
Reflecting on 1439H the year that was, from the on-going bloodshed in Syria, Ye-men, Burma, Palestine and elsewhere, the Muslim lands seemed afflicted by an endless cycle of division, strife and violence. We also note the growing hostility against Muslims in the West, where we as an ummah find ourselves in unparalleled hardship and difficulty.
Muharram Message
1440
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Locally we see the threats of external ideolo-
gies, sectarianism, poverty and crime contin-
uing to plague our community. In troubling
times like these we lower our heads and
raise our hands in istigfaar beseeching Allah
for His mercy, forgiveness and assistance.
And (Nabee Nuh) said, 'Ask forgiveness of
your Lord. Indeed, He is ever a Perpetual
Forgiver. He will send [rain from] the sky
upon you in [continuing] showers. And give
you increase in wealth and children and
provide for you gardens and provide for
you rivers. Surah Nuh 71: 10-12
While we are saddened by our current state
of affairs, we know it is not from the sunnah
of the Prophet (s) to be pessimistic. With
every new Hijiri year we celebrate the amaz-
ing moment in our history when the state of
Madinah was established and for the first
time we as an ummah came together as one
people. Now 1440 years later we are an
extension of that tiny Islamic nation founded
by the Prophet (s) and his sahaba; and this
ummah will remain until the end of times.
We therefore put our yaqeen and hope in
Allah that with this new year, 1440H will be
a turning point for us as an ummah. We
believe firmly that the solution to all our
problems lies in our return to the Quran and
sunnah of the Prophet (s) and that with
every new day is an opportunity to renew
our relationship with Allah.
As Prophet Yacoub said to his sons:
“…and do not despair of relief from Allah;
surely none despairs of relief from Allah
except the disbelieving people." Surah Yusuf
12: 87
We pray Allah blesses us in the year to
come. May Allah alleviate the hardship of
those going through afflictions. May Allah
protect us, our families, our community and
the ummah. May Allah have mercy on those
who have passed on this last year and all
those before them Ameen.
“Allah and His angels send blessings on the
Prophet: O you that believe! Send your
blessings on him, and salute him with all
respect” (Surah Al Ahzab 56)
Allahuma sali a'laa Muhammad wa a'laa
aalihi wa sahbihi wasalam
From myself and the team at Boorhaanol
Islam we wish you a blessed new year…Kulu
a'am wa antum bi khair.
Wasalamu alaykum
Sheikh Muhammad West
MUHARRAM MESSAGE continued from page 1 ...
Notice of the
Annual General
Meeting of the
Boorhaanol
Movement to be
held in October
2018 will soon be
sent to all
members of the
congregation.
Major changes to
the administrative structure of the Movement
have been proposed and the revised
Constitution will accompany the notification.
Members are urged to carefully scrutinise the
proposed changes and give their input in
writing to the Secretary, or from the floor at
the AGM.
agm2018
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
Jumuah Collections at Masjied Boorhaanol Islam
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The annual Muharram March through the
streets of Bo-Kaap to inaugurate the
Islamic New Year, will this year be paying
tribute to the pioneers of Islam in this
country. These pioneers arrived here at
the Cape as political prisoners and slaves,
yet their unflinching commitment to their
Deen overcame overwhelming odds to
firmly plant the seeds of Islam at the Cape.
Thus under the theme ' Paying Tribute to
the Pioneers of Islam and their Countries of
Origin', the organizers have chosen to place
the spotlight on 4 pioneers
and 8 countries of origin.
The pioneers are Tuan
Guru, Tuan Sayed Alawie,
Sheikh Abubakr Effendi
and Tuan Nuruman( Paay
Schaapie ). The countries
are Indonesia, India, Sri
Lanka, Bangladesh, Yemen,
Madagascar, Malaysia and
Turkey. A big flag of each
of these countries will be
at the vanguard of a group
of children, each of which
will be waving smaller
versions of that flag.
Muslim United Nations
Thus a veritable Cape
Muslim United Nations
will be adorning the
streets of the Bo-Kaap,
and coupled with the sea
of white attire worn by the
kids, will provide a feast
for the eye. This will be
complemented by the
thikrullah that Gafith
Wafique Simon and his group will be
reciting along the journey.
A crowd of 1200 kids and 300 adults is
expected, with the attendance of many
orphans in the balance due to their lack of
sponsorship. An urgent appeal is thus made
to the public to sponsor an orphan for R80
(see page 12 for more details).
Tiene Muharram tradition
Tiene Muharram is all about treating the
kids, and this year the Nurul Islam Masjid as
well as the Bo-Kaap Daycare have come on
board to assist. Members of the Nurul Islam
Masjid in Buitengracht Str, the third oldest
mosque in the country, have very kindly
offered not only to staff the Goody Station
outside the mosque, but to procure the
toys to be handed out to all the kids. We
thank them warmly for this magnanimous
gesture, but warn them that they will have
their hands full in coping with the
enthusiastic crowd.
With the emphasis firmly on the kids, the
programme for them as they wait at the
Schotsche Kloof Primary School have been
considerably enlivened. In addition to a
Nasheeth group that will be providing live
entertainment, the children can look
forward to several lucky draws where big
prizes are up for grabs. More of these
draws will take place at the
Boorhaanol Centre after
they have completed their
journey.
Cradle of Islam
Staging such a massive event
comes at considerable cost
and while the spirit of
volunteerism still shines
brightly in our community
and many stalwart sponsors
have been the backbone of
this event, a large shortfall is
still anticipated. The Bo-Kaap
is the Cradle of Islam, and a
living showcase of the
history, culture and
institutions of the Deen.
However, its 10 mosques is
in grave danger of becoming
white elephants within a
generation if the current
pace of gentrification is
maintained. It behoves all
Muslims, in Bo-Kaap and
elsewhere, to ensure that
this does not happen by
supporting such events that will, inshallah,
trigger a collective sense of pride and
commitment in our culture and history.
Ultimately we do not want our own
children to be strangers to what once
belonged to them.
Muharram March Honours Pioneers of Islam
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For the past two years the Libyan Abduraghiem Al-Deraz and his adorable son Achmat, have crept into the hearts of the musallees at the Boorhaanol Islam Mosque in Longmarket Street, and it was now time to say goodbye.
Sheikh Muhammad West even dubbed little Achmat the official mascot of the jamaah because everyone was so fond of the little livewire! Why not, for the little Libyan was the youngest and most regular of musallees at the mosque over the past two years.
Achmat stayed with his father Abduraghiem, and mother Fatima, who was doing her Masters in maths at UWC, in Longmarket St opposite the mosque. Their regular attendance for the waqts had resulted in Abduraghiem not only frequently leading the musallees in salaah, but being given a key to the mosque to unlock the door for
waqts.
At a simple function held at the mosque on Monday evening, July 16, the musallees led by Yusuf Johaar and Aziz Esau, expressed their thanks and gratitude to the family before they returned to Libya.
It was a bitter-sweet occasion, for the family had become an integral link between the local Muslim neighbourhood and the Middle Eastern community in the area.
While Abduraghiem hardly spoke any English, his leadership role at the mosque attracted many Arabic-speakers to Longmarket St where they could practise many of their customs.
According to Aziz, Ramadan evenings were frequently spent sipping Middle Eastern and Turkish coffee outside on the stoeps in the street. Conversely, the Libyan family soon adopted the local custom of exchanging plates of cakes during the holy month.
This kind and inclusive Libyan family will be missed in the mosque neighbourhood, and we thank Almighty Allah for their presence and wish the Al-Deraz family barakah and success in the future, Insha-Allah, Ameen.
The monthly ghatamal Quran under the
auspices of the Bo-Kaap Council of
Masajid (BCM) was held at Masjid
Boorhaanol Islam on Saturday July 28,
after Eshaa.
Alghamdulillah, not only were two
ghatams completed, but a record
attendance of over 200 people created a
deeply spiritual atmosphere in the
mosque. The BCM had encouraged families
of deceased persons to mark their
commemoration with the monthly ghatam.
Some of the families who did so included :
Our beloved late Imam Abduragmaan
Bassier who passed away 14 years ago on
the July 24, Imam Erefaan Joseph who
passed away on the June 27 this year,
Rashieda Jackson on the June 2, Fatima
Hendricks on the June 1, as well as Gafsa
Allie, mother-in-law of Imam Faizel
Karstens.
The ghatams were also on the rugh of the
following people :
Imam Abdol Khaliel, Imam Sadien Jonas,
Imam Abdul Bassier, Imam Dr Saleh Adams, H
Dr Achmat Davids, Abdul Nasser Dramat, H
Rashaad White & wife Aunty Toemie, H Salie
Salie, H Fatima, H Mogamat, H Ismail, H
Shafick, H Hamza Khan, H Mareldia Bassier,
Imam Na-aym Moerat, H Cassiem & H
Koelsoem Ahmed (parents of Imam Amien –
Australia), H Gafsa Allie, H Ismail Doutie, H
Moegsien Taliep, Faroek Sakildien, Shamiel
Loubscher, Zulaiega Behardien, H Sukayna
Kamalie, Imam Naeem Manie, Cassiem Abdul
Razak Sungey, Gadja Rachmat Martin,
Rasheeda Jackson, H Mareldia Johaar, H
Fatima Hendricks, H Murida Cloete, Sh Abdel
Aziem (from Australia), H Achmat Dramat, H
Ebrahim Manuel, Abduragmaan Dramat, H
Latiefa Davids, H Zubeidah Abrahams,
Shamiel Marcus, Ismail Barnes, Fatima
Hafajee, Abdullah Joseph, Ismail Allie, Fatima
Karstens, Rashaad Karstens, Yagya Frieslaar,
and Gabieba Dramat.
The evening's programme consisted of the
simultaneous recitation of a single juz of
the holy Quran by individuals in the
mosque, then the traditional voorwerk, a
short lecture which was delivered by Imam
Shamiel Bassadien, and a closing dua.
The monthly ghatamal Quran was
introduced to the mosques of the Bo-Kaap
in 1994 by amongst others Sheikh Salie
Abadie, and its administration has since
been taken over by the BCM.
The BCM meets monthly to plan these and
other events, and the current office-
bearers are as follows:
Chairman : Imam Shamiel Bassadien
Vice-Chair: Hadji Taliep Salie
Secretary: Fuad Salie
Assistant Secretary: Farouk Kamalie
Treasurer: Faadiel Joseph
Assistant Treasurer: Prof Ebrahim Arnold
Fond farewell to Al-Deraz family
Record attendance at Boorhaanol Ghatam
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5 years ago ...................
The rapid growth of the Boorhaanol Movement in the mid-sixties resulted in the Imam formally addressing the
Secretary to request a discussion at the next meeting of several issues confronting the organisation.
“The more things change the
more they remain the same”,
is a refrain used to highlight
the enduring quality of
certain challenges in society
while that society has
undergone far-reaching
developments. This
correspondence written by
Imam Abdurahman Bassier 50
years ago, focuses on several
aspects of the Movement and
society in general.
First, the spelling of several
Arabic words written in
English has changed. The
words 'Islaam', 'Assalaamoe,
Aleikoem' and
'waragmatoellah' indicate an
Afrikaans language
relationship. Whether this
was Imam- or community-
specific will require further
investigation.
Second, Imam was writing
this correspondence as the
official Imam of the 'Mosque
Boorhaanol Islaam', a name
that has also changed to
Masjied Boorhaanol Islam.
Third, he is voicing his
concerns on issues that the
current administration is also
grappling with, namely the
Trust, the status of the Boorhaanol Recreational Movement and
the adequacy and capability of the Committee to cope with its
functions.
Indeed, “plus ça change, plus c'est la même chose.” - Alphonse
Karr, French philosopher, critic, journalist (1808-1890).
DIFFERENT ERA, SAME CHALLENGES
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The impact that Maulana Ighsaan Hendricks, who was only 53 years old when he passed away on Friday the 10th August, 2018, had on people globally was reflected in the vast number of tributes that poured in for this humble human being.
He inspired so many with his passion for the Palestinian struggle for freedom, a cause he took up with all the oratorial, intellectual and emotional skills he could muster.
Maulana Ighsaan Hendricks raised the consciousness of all South African Muslims for the struggle. He was a beacon of hope for the Palestinian people who deemed him as their unofficial spokesperson to the outside world.
Like so many other prominent leaders that the Cape has produced, Maulana Ighsaan's parentage had entered the Deen and this, alongside his Khoisan ancestry, propelled him to promote non-racialism, reject faith intolerance and embrace cultural diversity.
The impact of acting on these values is not to be underestimated, for as the President of the MJC for 10 critical years of our coun-try's budding democracy, he contributed immensely towards harmonising attitudes,
removing prejudices and promoting equal-ity.
Maulana Ighsaan's legacy is that of justice and egalitarianism. However, let us not forget his thirst for knowledge and his sterling work in establishing institutions of ilm that will hopefully propel Muslims towards scholarship and thus meet the challenges humanity faces in the 21st Cen-tury.
One of his projects was his discourse of the Fiqh of Citi-zenship, where more atten-tion is vested in our South African identity, building this country morally, economi-cally and socially.
He said in the Kayfee inter-view last year, we must co-
exist with our fellow citizens without sacri-ficing our traditions, norms and Islamic identity.
As he so succinctly stated, the aim of the Shariah is not to develop an Islamic State, the aim of the Shariah is to develop good human beings and good Muslims.
We pray that Almighty Allah grant Maulana Ighsaan Jannatul Firdouz, and that the causes and values he stood for are upheld and developed for the benefit of humanity, Insha-Allah.
Maulana Ighsaan HendricksHero for the oppressed
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An exciting online learning tool was
launched by the Digital Marketing Team of
the Movement on Monday August 6,
when the WhatsIslam programme went
live on WhatsApp and email.
The idea is to provide an interactive online
workshop so anyone with a smart device
can join in, be it from their home, vehicle
or work, on topics related to Islam.
As August was Women's Month, the topic
chosen was 'The Women around the
Messenger(s)', an exposition of the wives
of Rasulullah(s), as the first topic.
This first course is presented on Mondays
and Wednesdays, lasting for 12 weeks,
and its format consists of a lecture by
Sheikh Muhammad West in the form of an
audio file as well as course notes in pdf
format sent via WhatsApp to those who
registered.
Participants familiarise themselves with
the content of the lecture and may then
post questions and comments via
WhatsApp or email for discussion by
Sheikh and other participants.
Registration is free.
New online WhatsApp Course
i The Women Around the Messenger (S)Sh Muhammad WestPart 10
WhatsIslamLearning via WhatsApp
Powered by Boorhaanol Islam
iWhatsIslam
Learning via WhatsApp Powered by Boorhaanol Islam
“Their meat will not reach Allah, nor will
their blood, but what reaches Him is piety
from you. Thus have We subjected them to
you that you may glorify Allah for that [to]
which He has guided you; and give good
tidings to the doers of good.” (22:37)
On Saturday, 18th August 2018, a few days
before Eidul Adgha, Boorhaanol held a very
successful workshop at Boorhaanol House in
Bo-Kaap, whereby participants were
addressed by several speakers on the various
perspectives of Qurbaan.
It was emphasised that as the Qurbaan rite
involves the sacrifice of living creatures, it is
imperative that we ensure that the sheep
are at all times kept as comfortable as
possible. It is related from Abu Umama that
the Messenger of Allah, may Allah bless him
and grant him peace, said, "Whoever is
merciful even to a sparrow, Allah will be
merciful to him on the Day of Judgment."
It is for this reason that the Boorhaanol
Islam Movement this year has striven to
ensure the comfort of all sheep by not only
paying careful attention to the Shariah rules
and guidelines, but also consulting with the
SPCA and local legislation.
SPCA
As Senior Inspector Theo Arendolf from the
SPCA explained, in the modern day we are
not always aware of what stressors we are
subjecting the sheep to. Taking sheep into a
new environment within close proximity to
each other, people, traffic and noise can
cause discomfort.
The workshop held at Boorhaanol House had
18 attendees and covered the topic, Ethical
Qurbaan in the Modern Day. The purpose of
the workshop was to serve as a reminder of
the Shariah guidelines and to highlight the
guidelines, legislation and regulations that
should be adhered to in modern day Cape
Town.
From the SPCA Inspector Theo's address
which highlighted the importance of taking
into consideration the comfort of sheep not
only on the days of Qurbaan, but also on the
days leading up to the Qurbaan, emphasising
that every attention should be given to the
handling, dietary, environmental and
healthcare aspects of the animals.
The NSPCA has published a document this
year entitled “Qurbani Animal Care Guide:
Guidelines for the Humane Transport,
Handling, Care and Slaughter of Animals”.
We encourage all Mosques and Qurbaan
organisations to request a copy of this useful
document by contacting [email protected].
Relevant Legislation
In terms of legislation and regulations, The
Animals Protection Act No 71 of 1962, Meat
Safety Act 40 of 2000 and The Red Meat
regulations No 1072 of 17 September 2004
were highlighted as relevant regulations to
ensure compliance with when performing
the Qurbaan.
Spiritual Significance
H Achmat Bassier
beautifully outlined the
spiritual significance of
the Qurbaan, quoting
biblical as well as
Quranic references.
The principle that the
Qurbaan is not just “a silencing of the lamb”
but a sacred rite echoing Nabi Ebrahim's
immense sacrifice is paramount. He then
explained the Shariah guidelines that should
be adhered to when performing the
Qurbaan.
Demonstration
Br Kaashief Bassier then conducted a
demonstration, displaying the precise
techniques that should be employed to
ensure compliance with the Shariah and as
little suffering to the sheep as possible.
May Allah (SWT) accept all our efforts Insha-
Allah.
Boorhaanol Holds Highly Successful Qurbaan Workshop
QurbaanWorkshop 2018
ETHICAL AND LEGAL QURBAAN IN THE MODERN DAY Report by Workshop Co-ordinator - Naasir Bassier
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The Boorhaanol Movement's Qurbaan Programme for 2018 went smoothly over the days of Eidul Adgha, as a total of 114 sheep were slaughtered on the area in front of Boorhaanol Centre in Bo-Kaap. We thank the Almighty Allah for making this all possible, for without His Will and Guidance, nothing whatsoever can be achieved.
Personalised Service
Our Qurbaan Programme is a personalised service that strives to balance and facilitate the tradition of dignified Qurbaan with the requirements of Shariah as well as local municipal, health and safety regulations. We work closely with the local SPCA to ensure that the transport, feeding, handling and slaughtering is done in conformity with regulations.
In addition we go the extra mile for the beneficiary by making it a meaningful and spiritually fulfilling experience. Bonding with your designated sheep is encouraged via interaction and feeding, while 7 minutes before the Qurbaan you have the option of interaction with your sheep via personal duas and prepping. You and your family have the option of rendering the 3 takbirs and/ or performing the actual slaughtering, as well as the duah thereafter. The Qurbaan meat will thereafter be cut and distributed to your specifications.
Amazing Team
To give effect to all these requirements and benefits, you need a group of dedicated and committed individuals. People who are
willing to sacrifice their Eid with their families for almost the entire day. People who are compassionate, who do not shy away from back-breaking or repetitive work. Almighty Allah has blessed the Movement with such a team and we want to thank all of them and their families for their sacrifices, love of His creations and dedication to the Movement.
It would be impossible to name all those who assisted and we render our sincere apologies to those who have been overlooked, but mention must be made of the following:
the Qurbaan Team under the leadership Ÿof Hadji Achmat Bassier and son Kashief with their team of 12
Ÿ the Skinning Team under Faizel Bassier who had a team of 4 people assisting him
Ÿ the Sheep Prepping Team under Isgak Abrahams who had a team of 4 people
Ÿ Br Reza of Security Wise who provided overnight security over the 6 days
Ÿ Farouk and Faheem Meyer of Farolink who kindly provided the refrigerated truck to store the meat
Ÿ Crown Butchery in Salt River who cut all the meat according to specs
Ÿ Achmad Kamalie of Udhiyah Livestock Merchants who supplied and delivered the sheep well before Eid
Ÿ the SPCA and City Health Inspectors who were present on both days
We also acquired a bigger marquee which
allowed a total of 114 sheep to be
slaughtered over the 2 days. Within 2 days of
the Qurbaan, the meat had been cut to
specs, whereafter it was parcelled and
delivered to its beneficiaries. May Almighty
Allah accept the noble actions of all those
involved and bless them and their families
abundantly, Insha-Allah.
Wonderful Qurbaan
Programme 2018Qurbaan
Programme 2018Offering personalised Qurbaan services on the days of Eid-ul-Adgha
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Our lives as parents, teachers, and
care-givers are guided by the flow of
Allah's Infinite Mercy. In light of this,
we proceed with our daily duties at
the school, knowing that it plays a
role in the whole of existence,
Alghamdulillah!
School holiday gems
So how have we been empowered by
this Infinite Mercy of Allah, since the
month of Ramadan to Eid-ul-Adgha to
the New Year?
· In the mid-year school holidays, we
took our learners to dig gemstones
at Scratch Patch, play on the
promenade in Sea Point, bounce at
Bounce World in Montague
Gardens and visit the Tana Baru.
· White House triumphed over Blue
House at our annual Family Fun
and Fitness Day. As usual the entire
hall was reverberating with cheers
as parents eagerly spurred on their
children in the races.
· As life goes on, it was also time to
say farewell to one of our long-
standing
young
teachers,
Aaiesha
Samodien,
who is
taking the
next step in
her career,
Insha-Allah Ameen. Aaiesha joined
the Boorhaanol as a matriculant 6
years ago and completed two
diplomas in ECD while working
here. It is heart-warming to see the
young ones grow and then leave;
knowing, Alghamdulillah, we were
part of their unfolding journey.
· For Muharram we have been
getting ready to embark on our
annual Muharram March,
September 16, to share the spirit of
love in the Bo-Kaap community.
· We will be highlighting our
learner's skills in our Annual School
Concert on October 20. Our theme
for this year is “On the other side…”
Endless Love and Spiritual
Development
We always strive to make the lives of
our learners as pleasurable, eventful
and filled with growth with every
activity and experience offered. All
the time being conscious that we can
offer this only as we are blessed with
Allah's guidance, a sign of Allah's
Endless Love for all!
Pre-school is an introduction to the
love of learning in all areas, Qurbaan
and Hajj rituals of love, goodwill and
growth in Allah-Consciousness. So we
see, our waking lives is a reflection of
our eternal spiritual unfoldment.
Recognising our purpose of becoming
purer channels of Allah.
Alghamdulillaah!
May the new year be a good and
blessed year for you and your families
- may it be filled with all the barakah,
ghayr, love and all you desire. Ameen!
Kul lu ‘aam wa an tum bi ghair
Principal Nuha
boorhaanolnursery & pre-primary school
Report by Principal Manager Nuha Dramat
Assalamu alaykum warahmatullaahi wabarakatu
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FOR THE BOORHAANOL RECORD ...
JANAZAHS
Our Imamat Team and Committee wish to
convey their sincerest condolences to the
families on the demise of their loved ones, and
apologize for unintentionally omitting anyone :
n Yaghya Adams (Pietie), Sussex Street, Woodstock – 16 June 2018
n Warda Schroeder (nee Ismail) daughter of Oesman Ismail), formerly of Signal Street, Bo-Kaap - 50 George Starke Street, Goodwood – 16 June 2018
n Mareldia Johaar (wife of Isgaak Johaar), 8 Morris Street, Bo-Kaap - 23 June 2018
n Hadji Gadija Davids (wife of Marghoom Abbas, 111 Wale Street, Bo-Kaap - 27 June 2018
n Faldielah Jaboodien (nee Jacobs) (Peppis), formerly of Longmarket Street, Bo-Kaap – 27 June 2018
n Imam Erfaan Joseph, formerly of Church Street, Bo-Kaap – 27 June 2018
n Rashieda Jackson (wife of Ebrahim Jackson), 63 Chiappini Street, Bo-Kaap – 27 June 2018
n Hadji Asa Gamiet (93 years), formerly of upper Bloem Street, Bo-Kaap – 2 July 2018
n Saiet Majiet (brother of Rushdie Majiet), Ottery Road, Wynberg – 17 July 2018
n Hadji Abbas Fredericks (son of late Hadji Mog Tape Fredericks), formerly of Lion Street, Bo-Kaap – 23 July 2018
n Imam Naiem Moerat (brother of Sh Mogamat Moerat, 50 Walmer Road, Woodstock – 26 July 2018
n Abduraghmaan Viljoen, 2 Moire Street, Surrey Estate – 29 July 2018
n Hadji Mymoena Kriel (Aunty Monie dressmaker), 2nd Avenue, Rondebosch East – 6 August 2018
n Hadji Mariam Abrahams (sister of the late Dr Abrahams, also known as Aunty Malaam), Chester Road, Walmer Estate – 8 August 2018
n Abdullah Behardien (brother of the late (Vettie), formerly of Lion Street, Bo-Kaap - 8 August 2018
n Maulana Ighsaan Hendricks (former President of MJC) of Oasis Road, Hazendal – 10 August 2018
n Aaiesha Jassiem (wife of late Sh Mogamat Tape Jassiem), 71 Leeuwen Street, Bo-Kaap – 11 August 2018
The Boorhaanol Islam Movement is deeply saddened
by the passing of one of the icons of our community,
Al-Marghoom Imam Erefaan Joseph. Imam Erefaan
has left a rich legacy not only in the Bo-Kaap where
he spent most of his life, but throughout the Muslim
community.
While the exquisitely melodious voice of Imam Erefaan
has for many years tugged at the heart-strings of all
those fortunate enough to hear his athkaar renditions, it
was while his health was failing that this self-effacing
Imam of the Vos Street mosque in the Bo-Kaap was
laying his greatest legacy. When he was approached to
lend his advice to the producers of the Ramadaan
Recitals CD in 2013 and the 22 Short Surahs and Athkaar
CD in 2014, not only did he unhesitatingly avail his frail
presence to the whole process, but went out of his way
to assist the tajweed and pronunciation of all the
mosque groups who recited on the CDs. Such
inspirational leadership underlined the essence of this
humble man, who has spent his life as a servant of the
deen.
Born and bred in the Bo-Kaap, Imam Erefaan grew up in
a milieu where gadat was compulsory on a Thursday
night and Moulood and arwaag were the preferred
social engagements. At the age of 21 he joined the
Geiraatul Giesaan Gaatam Jamaah and remained a
loyal member ever since. In his early thirties he
started a thikr group amongst his own family and
friends and this jamaah had developed so well over
the years that they became the preferred choice of
most people including the radio stations and the
Ahlan Wasahlan Ramadaan programme.
The combination of Imam's humble demeanor,
exceptional pronunciation and beautiful laagu had
endeared him to thousands of admirers over the years. In 2007 he was
appointed as the Imam of the Vos Street Masjid which he still faithfully
served despite suffering a severe setback to his health in 2011.
In paying tribute to his contribution as an Imam and love for his
community, the wonderful role he has played in the preservation of
athkaar amongst Cape Muslims, the courageous qualities he has
demonstrated despite his severe ill-health and the inspiring leadership he
manifested in ensuring that the athkaar of this generation of Cape Muslims
was recorded properly for posterity, we ask Allah Almighty to reward him
abundantly, to grant him Jannatul Firdouz and to place sabr in the hearts of
his family and congregation, Insha-Allah Ameen.
Imam Erefaan Joseph
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Congratulations to all our beginners and
intermediate students for passing their
gradings.
We will be participating in the annual ISKA,
DESTINY tournament that will be held in
Stellenbosch on the 29th and 30th
September, 2018.
Wishing all our students well for the
upcoming tournaments, and thanking
parents and guardians for their continued
support and encouragement.
For any enquiries, please contact Shiham
Davids on Tel.073 150 4363 or Sensei
Samira on Tel.063 076 6950.
Wishing all our readers and their families
well for the new Islamic year.
BO O RHAANO L
S E I S H I N K I A M O T O B U H A K A R AT E
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The Publications Committee of the
Boorhaanol Islam Movement is trying to
collect a full set of newsletters
published by the Movement.
This will have many positive spin-offs
including:
Placing the entire series on a digital Ÿplatform.
Making series of articles more Ÿaccessible
A few issues are still outstanding, and we appeal to anyone who has back copies to assist us:
Volume Number Year
4 2 1971
7 1 1977
7 2 1977
11 3 1978
12 1 1978
14 4 1981
18 3 1985
19 4 1986
20 1, 2, 3 1985
So if you had ties with the Movement in the 1970s and 1980s or know of family and friends who may have a copy, please phone the Boorhaanol office at
021 424 1864, or contact Hadji Taliep Salie at 021 424 9365.
Your efforts will benefit those who would like to reflect on years gone by; those who missed out the first time and future generations, Insha-Allah.
Urgent appeal for newsletters
from 1970s and 1980s
Sunday 16 September 2018MUHARRAM MARCH
10h00-13h00Starts and ends at the Boorhaanol
Centre, Pentz Street, Bo-Kaap
Saturday 24 September 2018 (Heritage Day)
BO-KAAP HERITAGE FESTIVAL(see advert below) Starting at 7h30
Saturday 20 October 2018BOORHAANOL SCHOOL CONCERT
11h45 - 16h00Joseph Stone Auditorium
Sunday 18 November 2018RAMPIE-SNY13h30-18h00
Masjid Boorhaanol Islam
Monday 19 November 2018MOULOOD-UN-NABI
Masjid Boorhaanol Islam
CALENDER OF EVENTS
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Hadji Taliep Salie (Co-ordinator) - Tel. 021 424 9365, 084 307 5204
Sheikh Muhammad West - Tel.021 911 2360, 082 785 0032
Yusrah Salaam (Boorhaanol Office) - Tel.021 424 1864
Nuha Dramat (Nursery School Principal) - Tel.021 423 7690
Masturah Adams (Social Welfare) - Tel.021 424 2759, 083 286 2480
M Saied Solomons (Masjid Chairman) - Tel.021 424-4629, 083 6280064
Abdul Muhaimin Bassier (BPDC Convenor) - Tel. 084 222 1308
Akbar Allie (Nursery School Chairman) - Tel. 082 962 8553
Sensei Cassiem Davids (Karate) Tel.021 423 7047
Isgaak Abrahams (Boorhaanol Centre Custodian) Tel.073 567 3073
NOTE: For any urgent or emergency matter, contact Hadji Taliep Salie at the above numbers and he will direct you further.
USEFUL CONTACT NUMBERS
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