Fall 2026 – Fiqh al-Ibadat: al Madhhab al-Shafi’i | Part 1

Course Code: ISL 2201

Instructor: Anse ‘Alimatunnisa Abdul Ghani

Credit: 1.5 Credits

Method of Delivery: Online via Zoom

Term: Fall 2026

Course Dates: Sept. 16 – Dec. 16, 2026

Class Days: Wednesdays

Class Times: 5:00 – 6:30 PM CT

$225.00 — or $55.00 / month for 4 months

Enrollment type

Clear

Course Information

Course Description

An introduction to the foundation of Islamic law as the basis for a life of devotion and servitude to God. Students will learn about the reasons Islamic schools of law evolved and the nature and rationale of the legal schools. Students will learn the detailed rulings relating to purification (ṭahāra) and prayer (salah), including its pillars, conditions of correctness, nullifiers, how to perform congregational prayers, and other prayers.

Course Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, students will be able to:

Understand the concept of fiqh and its role in guiding Islamic practice.
Differentiate between obligatory, sunnah, mubah, makruh, and haram actions within the acts of worship.
Apply the rulings of purification and prayer in daily acts of worship while maintaining all obligatory acts, increasing sunnah acts, and avoiding forbidden and makruh acts.
Explain the relationship between fiqh and Islamic etiquette, spiritual growth, and moral depth.
Evaluate their own ibadah in terms of sunan followed, makruh avoided, and spiritual growth achieved.
Create a culture of value for and steadfast observation of fiqh rulings for daily worship, both for themselves and others around them.
Adjust their lifestyles to ensure application of all rulings in any situation without missing any obligatory acts of worship.

Course Prerequisites

This course is open to women ages 17 and above.

Course Materials

Students are responsible for purchasing all required textbooks before the start of class.
Ribāṭ textbooks are available at the Rabata Bookshop

Required Readings

Fiqh al-Ibadat by Hajjah Durriah al-Aytah

Additional readings may be shared through Canvas.

Registration Information

Registration Fee

$225.00

Course materials are not included.

Late Registration Fee	An additional $20.00 beginning September 11, 2026, if seats remain available
Registration Deadline	September 28, 2026
Auditing Fee	An additional $5.00
Course Access Ends	January 10, 2027

Important:
Registration fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. Before enrolling, please review the Registration Fees & Policies

Questions?
Contact registration@rabata.org

Attendance Policy

Students are expected to attend all scheduled class sessions and participate actively in their learning. Consistent attendance supports academic success and helps maintain the collaborative learning environment of the classroom. If an absence is unavoidable, students are responsible for communicating with their instructor, reviewing missed material, and completing any assigned work.

Technology Requirements

To ensure a successful online learning experience, all students must have regular access to a personal
computer and reliable high-speed internet. Courses at Ribāṭ University are delivered through Canvas and may include video lectures, interactive discussions, digital readings, and multimedia assignments.
Students are responsible for maintaining the technology needed to participate fully.

Minimum Technical Requirements

Computer:
A desktop, laptop, or similar device manufactured within the last five years and capable of running
current software and updates. Students should not rely solely on a phone, as coursework requires a full computer interface and functionality.

Operating System:
The computer operating system should be kept current with all recommended security updates and upgrades.

Internet:
A high-speed broadband connection with a minimum speed of 5 Mbps download and 2 Mbps upload.

Web Browser:
A current version of Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Microsoft Edge.

Software:
Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, or Apple productivity applications for word processing,
presentations, and spreadsheets; a PDF reader such as Adobe Acrobat; and updated antivirus and
security software.

Multimedia:
A functional webcam, microphone, and speakers or headset for participating in live sessions and assessments.

Technology Skills

Students should be comfortable with basic computer operations, including using email, browsing the internet, uploading and downloading files, and navigating an online learning platform. Training resources and orientation will be provided for students who need additional guidance.

Additional Notes and Technical Support

Students are expected to check course announcements and email regularly.
Technical support is available for login issues, course access, and basic troubleshooting.

For technical assistance, select Help from your Canvas course page or email techsupport@rabata.org

Fall 2026 – Fiqh al-Ibadat: al Madhhab al-Shafi’i | Part 1