From MCL to Seeking Knowledge in Kuwait - Ustadh Zoheir Hajji | #InTheMaktaba

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Ustadh Abdulwahid Stephenson has a conversation with Ustadh Zoheir Hajji #InTheMaktaba as he discusses his journey to seeking knowledge from a young age, his parents influence, his journey to seeking knowledge in Kuwait, leading Taraweeh and more. __________ Who are we? Madinah College is a London-based Islamic institute dedicated to teaching Qur’an, Arabic, and Islamic studies to adults and young people. Our mission is to provide authentic knowledge from the Qur’an and Sunnah, taught by qualified teachers, in a way that is accessible and relevant for Muslims living in the West. With on-site classes, online courses, and resources through our MCL Portal, we aim to nurture faith, strengthen understanding, and help Muslims apply their religion in everyday life. Join the community Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/madinahcollege/ Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/madinahcollegelondon/ Telegram → https://t.me/madinahcollegelondon Tiktok → https://www.tiktok.com/@madinah.college/ Study with us Online (Free 7 Day Trial) → https://www.mclportal.com/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=youtube&utm_campaign=description On-site → https://www.madinahcollege.uk/ __________ Video Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction: 1:03 - Early life and family influence 2:01 - Parental Motivation and early Arabic/Qur’an learning 3:41 - State School to Islamic school 5:00 - Strict Parenting 8:55 - Qur’an Memorisation journey 10:04 - Starting Madinah College and structured learning 13:05 - Advice on Qur’an memorisation 18:35 - Madinah College to Studying in Kuwait 25:06 - Teaching as a method of consolidating knowledge 26:00 - Social experiences and networking in Kuwait 30:06 - Importance of building strong relationships with teachers 31:04 - Receiving Ijazah in Qur’an 33:10 - Teaching experience and methodology 37:52 - Prioritising memorization in Islamic sciences 39:11 - How to choose what to memorize in each subject 40:49 - Recommended books 42:04 - Personal favorite subject: Fiqh 44:52 - Leading Taraweeh in Kuwait 47:02 - Student-teacher relationships for opportunities 49:30 - Visiting Kuwaiti scholars and gatherings during Ramadan 51:01 - Emotional impact of Qur’an recitation and reflection 53:42 - Advice on Path of Seeking knowledge 57:04 - Summary: Qur’an, Arabic, sincerity, and consistency 58:54 - Sincerity and intention in seeking knowledge 1:00:05 - Advice on studying Fiqh 1:03:00 - Studying texts: Avoiding early focus on evidences or ikhtilaf 1:05:00 - Choosing a primary reference book and sticking with it 1:07:22 - Closing remarks __________ "When a man dies, his deeds come to an end except for three things: Sadaqah; a knowledge which is beneficial, or a virtuous descendant who prays for him (for the deceased)." (Muslim) Support us → https://www.madinahcollege.uk/donate/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=youtube&utm_campaign=description Subscribe for videos with the scholars and students of knowledge.