Books - History
Conceptions of Islamic Education: Pedagogical framings - Conceptions of Islamic Education: Pedagogical Framings argues that madaris (Muslim schools) cannot exclusively be held responsible for the cultivation of extremism. Islamic education can most appropriately be framed according to three interrelated concepts: tarbiyyah (rearing or nurturing), ta...
From Slavery to Citizenship: A walk through the history of the Strand community
History of Muslims in South Africa: A Chronology - "History of Muslims in South Africa: A Chronology" provides a chronological history of Islam and Muslims in South Africa highlighting institutions, personalities and events
Surviving in The Apartheid Prison - Dr Sedick Isaacs was a prisoner of conscience on Robben Island where Nelson Mandela spent 18 years. This is another perspective of another section of the prison through the eyes of a scientist.
The Cape Hajj Tradition: Past & Present - This wonderful piece of social history delves into the rich world of the Cape hajj. It describes in great detail the particular traditions and ceremonies before and after hajj that are associated with the Cape Town Muslim community and recalls the particular status that was given to the hajji at ...
The Legacy: A Spiritual Journey to God - The Legacy – A Spiritual Journey to God is a biographical work on Islamic scholars including their sayings, advices and sanads. It includes notes on The Four Companions, The Four Imams, and Scholars from our heritage such as Hasan Al Basri, Junayd Al Baghdadi, Imam Al Nawawi and many others...
