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Current Book 📖 Commentary on the Eleventh Contentions by Abdal Hakim Murad
For our inaugural gathering, we will be reading Commentary on the Eleventh Contentions, a thought-provoking work that reflects on faith, modernity, culture, and the challenges facing contemporary Muslims.
Together, we will explore the text through discussion, reflection, and the sharing of diverse perspectives.
📅 Saturday 27th June 2026
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 Dar Al Taqwa Basement
💻 Online attendance available
Please read the Introduction and First Contention before attending.
What to Expect
- Thought-provoking discussion
- A welcoming and respectful environment
- Open to all levels of familiarity with the text
- Tea and refreshments
- In-person and online participation
No prior study is required. Come ready to listen, learn, and contribute at your own pace.
Supporting Dar Al Taqwa
The Book Club is part of our ongoing effort to strengthen community engagement around books, learning, and meaningful conversation.
Participants are asked to purchase the featured book through Dar Al Taqwa. By doing so, you help support one of Britain's longest-serving Islamic bookshops and ensure that spaces like these continue to thrive.
Register Your Place
Attendance is free, but registration is required.
To register:
- Purchase your copy of the book from Dar Al Taqwa
- If you already own a copy of the featured book, please consider making a donation equivalent to its purchase price. As a community-supported initiative, every contribution helps us continue hosting events, supporting readers, and preserving Dar Al Taqwa as a space for learning and connection.
- Complete the registration form below
- Receive confirmation and event details
We look forward to welcoming you to the first gathering of the Dar Al Taqwa Book Club.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to be an expert?
No. The club is open to readers of all backgrounds.
Can I attend online?
Yes.
Is there a fee?
Attendance is free. Participants are required to purchase the featured book from Dar Al Taqwa.
Do I have to speak?
No. Listening is perfectly acceptable.
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The Book Club is part of our effort to support one of Britain’s longest-serving Islamic bookshops. Purchasing the featured text through Dar Al Taqwa helps sustain the space, its programming, and its community work.