Waikato Muslims urged to look for the new moon of Muharram on 9 August 2021
Waikato Muslim Association strongly encourages its members to attempt to sight the new moon of the month of Muharram in the twilight of Monday 9 August 2021 (29 Dhul-Hijjah 1442H). "It is a Sunnah (tradition) of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) to go out moon-sighting to seek the new moon of Muharram," said Asad Mohsin, president of the Association. "Muharram is the first month of the Islamic calendar and is one of the four sacred months of the year. Many Muslims will fast voluntarily du...
August 5, 2021August 2021 prayer times at Hamilton Mosque released
Waikato Muslim Association has released the prayer times for August 2021 (Dhul-Hijjah 1442 to Muharram 1443 in the Islamic calendar). These include the time for each congregational prayer at the Hamilton Mosque at 921 Heaphy Terrace, Claudelands. If you are unable to make it to the mosque, the time each prayer begins in Hamilton is given also. The times are provided in a PDF document that you can save, download, print and share. See the August 2021 prayer times here....
August 4, 2021Former imam welcomed back to speak at mosque on 31 July
Waikato Muslim Association Inc is pleased to welcome back its former imam Shaykh Dr. Anwar Sahib, who will speak at the monthly Islamic programme on Saturday 31 July. "Shaykh Anwar was the imam at the Hamilton Mosque for a number of years during the 2000s before moving to Auckland," said Asad Mohsin, president of the Association. Shaykh Anwar gained his higher education at Madinah University in Saudi Arabia, where he gained a Bachelor's degree in Islamic Studies, followed by a Master’s degree ...
July 25, 2021Registrations open for KiwiSaver and investment seminar at Hamilton Mosque
Learn about Shari'a-compliant and ethical KiwiSaver and investment at the Hamilton Mosque at 921 Heaphy Terrace after Maghrib (sunset) prayers on Sunday 8 August. "We are pleased to host a seminar by Mr. Brian Henry and Sheikh Mohammad Amir," said Asad Mohsin, president of the Waikato Muslim Association Inc. Brian Henry is the Founder of Amanah Ethical and Sheikh Amir is the Chairman of the Religious Advisory Board of the Federation of Islamic Association of New Zealand. Amanah Ethical is a...
July 18, 2021Two Jum'ah prayers each Friday at Hamilton Mosque in Term 2 school holidays
The Jum'ah (Friday) prayer schedule has been released for the Hamilton Mosque at 921 Heaphy Terrace for the term two school holidays. "There will be two sessions each on Friday 16 July and Friday 23 July," said Asad Mohsin, president of the Waikato Muslim Association Inc.The first Jum’ah adhan (call to prayer) for the first session will be given at 12.35pm and the first adhan for the second session will be given at 1.15pm, with the khutbah (sermon) to begin five minutes later in...
July 14, 2021Details announced of Eid ul Adha 2021 events in Hamilton
Waikato Muslims will observe Dhul Hijjah with fasting, prayers, sacrifice and celebration, said the President of the Waikato Muslim Association Inc. The announcement comes after the Hilal (crescent moon sighting) Committee of FIANZ earlier confirmed that the new moon for Dhul Hijjah was sighted on Sunday 11 July. "Waikato Muslims will perform Salat Eid ul Adha at 7.50am on Wednesday 21 July," said Asad Mohsin. Salat (prayers to mark Eid ul Adha) will be held at the Claudelands Events Centre loca...
July 13, 2021Waikato Muslims urged to looked to the skies on 11 July 2021
Waikato Muslim Association strongly encourages its members to attempt to sight the new moon of the month of Dhul Hijjah in the twilight of Sunday 11 July 2021 (29 Dhul-Qa'dah 1442H). "It is a Sunnah (tradition) of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) to go out moon-sighting to seek the new moon of Dhul Hijjah," said Asad Mohsin, president of the Association. This day is also relevant for those intending to offer an udhiya (sacrifice) for Eid ul Adha. "We are reminded of the Sunnah of the Pro...
July 10, 2021Prayer times at Hamilton Mosque released for July 2021
Waikato Muslim Association has released the prayer times for July 2021 (Dhul-Qa'dah to Dhul-Hijjah 1442 in the Islamic calendar).These include the time for each congregational prayer at the Hamilton Mosque at 921 Heaphy Terrace, Claudelands.If you are unable to make it to the mosque, the time each prayer begins in Hamilton is given also.The times are provided in a PDF document that you can save, download, print and share.See the July 2021 prayer times here....
June 27, 2021Get with the programme: new ideas floated for long-running WMA event
There are several new ideas for Waikato Muslim Association's long-running monthly Islamic programme, with opportunities for the whole family to get involved. The Islamic programme has been a regular fixture at the Hamilton Mosque for several years. The next event is scheduled for Saturday 26 June. "The programme has a solid foundation. Now it is time to take it to the next level," said Asad Mohsin, president of the Association. The programme is for both genders and all ages and regularly feature...
June 24, 2021Enjoy international foods to support Waikato Eid celebration
Waikato Muslim Association invites you to buy lunch to raise funds for the upcoming Eid celebration. Eid ul Adha ("the feast of the sacrifice") is the second of Islam's two annual festivals. It is due to occur in late July 2021. "We are planning to hold a celebration for the whole community. This is tentatively scheduled for 24 July," said Asad Mohsin, president of the Association. Volunteers are preparing meals for sale to raise funds for the celebration. These include foods from South Asia, Ma...
June 13, 2021Hamilton Mosque June 2021 prayer times released
Waikato Muslim Association has released the prayer times for June 2021 (Shawwal to Dhul-Qa’dah 1442 in the Islamic calendar). These include the time for each congregational prayer at the Hamilton Mosque at 921 Heaphy Terrace, Claudelands. The time each prayer begins in Hamilton is given also in case you are unable to make it to the mosque. The times are provided in a PDF document that you can save, download, print and share. See the June 2021 prayer times here....
May 29, 2021Shawwal new moon unsighted - Eid ul Fitr on Friday 14 May
Waikato Muslims will celebrate Eid ul Fitr on Friday 14 May after completing the thirtieth fast of the month of Ramadan on Thursday. The Hilal (crescent moon sighting) Committee of FIANZ earlier confirmed that the new moon for Shawwal was not sighted today. Registrations for Sessions 1 and 2 of Salat Eid ul Fitr (prayers to mark the end of Ramadan) are still open here. The two sessions will be at 7.30am and 9.00am on Friday 14 May. The venue will be the Waikato Indian Association Hall at Bu...
May 12, 2021Waikato Muslims to join rally to end Israeli violence against Palestinians
"Waikato Muslims are deeply pained by violence committed by the Israeli state against Palestinian worshippers in Occupied East Jerusalem," said Dr Asad Mohsin, the President of the Waikato Muslim Association. "I urge everyone to attend the Al-Nakba (Catastrophe) Commemoration Rally this Saturday." Dr Mohsin said Waikato Muslims urged Israel to cease the violence and respect the right to freedom of peaceful assembly. "The status quo at the Haram Al-Sharif (the Noble Sanctuary) must be upheld and ...
May 11, 2021Waikato Muslims urged to looked to the skies on 12 May 2021
Waikato Muslim Association strongly encourages its members to attempt to sight the new moon of the month of Shawwal in the twilight of Wednesday 12 May 2021 (29 Ramadan 1442H). It is a Sunnah (tradition) of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) to go out moon-sighting to seek the new moon of Ramadan and Shawwal. Moon sightings should be reported urgently to the FIANZ office (04 387 8023) or Sheikh Mohammad Amir (021 2424 560). If the new moon is sighted in New Zealand or nearby countries...
May 7, 2021Registrations open for Waikato Muslim Association's Salat Eid ul Fitr 2021
Salat Eid ul Fitr (prayers to mark the end of Ramadan) will be held in two sessions at a new Hamilton venue in May 2021. Registration is important to help manage the event smoothly. Access event information, rules, a site map and register for Session 1 or Session 2 here. The two sessions will be at 7.30am and 9.00am. The venue will be the Waikato Indian Association Hall at Building 3, 26 Charlies Way, Frankton (off Higgins Road). The day and date of Eid ul Fitr will be confirmed in due cour...
May 6, 2021May 2021 prayer times at Hamilton Mosque released
Waikato Muslim Association has released the prayer times for May 2021 (Ramadan to Shawwal 1442 in the Islamic calendar). These include the time for each congregational prayer at the Hamilton Mosque at 921 Heaphy Terrace, Claudelands. If you are unable to make it to the mosque, the time each prayer begins in Hamilton is given also. The times are provided in a PDF document that you can save, download, print and share. See the May 2021 prayer times here....
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