Alhamdulillah, we completed a successful Sabeel Sunnah Retreat in Markfield. There were over 70 brothers in total, some of them coming for the first time. Shaikh Haitham delivered the definitions, recording and history of the Sunnah. Ustadh Abu Rumaysah delivered an important section about the authority of the Sunnah that was focusing on the Aahaad Ahadith and the usage of daeef ahadith. The Sabeel Admin was very happy to have Shaikh Ahmad Al-Barouni to deliver some sessions on the science of hadeeth especially as his PhD was on the Saheehul Bukhari. We had a fruitful workshop conducted by Ustadh Fraz about Abu Bakra (RadiAllahuanhu).

The programme went smoothly. Despite its intensive nature, there were some light-hearted moments and humorous occasions. Shaikh Haitham integrating into British society was apparent by him doing the same with the language as well addressing the attendees as ‘Yaa ayuhal brothers’ and clearun (with a tanween). Another feature of the Sabeels is the reminders after the salah. A memorable one was delivered by brother Salman Butt which was particularly humuorous and will no doubt be treasured by those who attended. Alhamdulillah, many of the brothers signed up for the Ijma and Qiyas Retreat in December and places are going fast. One brother commented: Everyone agrees there is nothing like it. J Hope to see you all the Seminar http://www.iprogress.org.uk/component/content/article/82.html