Al-Hikma Seminary presents...
The Intellectual and Spiritual Traditions of Islam: Theology (Kalām), Philosophy (Falsafah), and Mysticism (ʿIrfān)
Across six weekends, this course guides students through the classical sciences of kalām, falsafah, and ‘irfān, tracing how each discipline developed its own path toward truth yet ultimately converges on the Qur’anic vision of divine unity. Using traditional texts and methods, participants will learn the essentials of Islamic theology, the rational principles of Islamic philosophy, and the transformative practices of spiritual wayfaring. It is a self-contained programme suitable for those wishing to study one discipline or all three together.
Enrolment on this course requires some prior foundational knowledge of Islamic studies.
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Saturday 10:00-12:00 Theology |
Saturday Mysticism |
Sunday 10:15-12:00 Philosophy |
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7-8 February 2026
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History of kalām tracing its development from the classical period to the emergence of kalām jadīd. Sheikh Mirza Abbas |
The meaning of Islamic mysticism. The roots and manifestations of mysticism and its relationship with shariah. |
A historical overview of Islamic philosophy with particular emphasis on its development within Shiʿi intellectual traditions. Sheikh Mirza Abbas |
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28-29 March 2026 |
History of kalām tracing its development from the classical period to the emergence of kalām jadīd. Part 2 Sheikh Mirza Abbas |
Importance of ethical practice in the training of the soul Sheikh Jahangir |
Introduction to Islamic Philosophy. * Peripatetic School Sheikh Mohammadian |
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11-12 April 2026 |
Proofs of the existence of God Sheikh Dr Sobhani |
Development of early Sufism Sheikh Jahangir |
Mulla Sadra and Transcendent Philosophy Sheikh Mohammadian |
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2-3 May 2026 |
Proofs of the existence of God – part 2 Sheikh Mirza Abbas |
Biographies of major Sufi and saints Sheikh Jahangir |
Existence & essence Sheikh Mohammadian |
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30th May- 31st May |
Proofs of imamah & Discussions on Infallibilty (ismah) Sheikh Mahdi Abdullah |
Key concepts in Sufism Sheikh Jahangir |
Primacy of existence Sheikh Mohammadian |
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13-14 June 2026 |
Proofs of imamah & discussions Part 2 on Infallibilty (ismah) Sheikh Mahdi Abdullah |
The theory of Wahadat al-Wujud. Sufi poetry and literature Sheikh Jahangir |
Moral philosophy at a glance Sheikh Mehdi Abdullah |
Event Information
Instructors: Sheikh Mirza Abbas, Sheikh Mohammadian, Sheikh Isa Jahangir, Sheikh Sobhani
Dates: 7-8 February, 28-29 March, 11-12 April, 2-3 May, 30-31 May, 13-14 June 2026
Time: Saturdays, 10 am–4 pm; Sundays, 10 am–1 pm
Cost: £100 per module, or £250 for all 3
Location: The Islamic College, 133 High Road, Willesden, London, NW10 2SW
