The Universal Mercy Symposium in honour of the 1500 Years Legacy of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) took place on Friday, 11 April at the Islamia Auditorium, Cape Town.
Hosted by the Cape Town Ulama Board in partnership with Wiselife Academy, Awqaf SA, CTIEC, IPSA University , An Naas , Muslim Views and Ahlus Sunnah Media Network, aimed to delve into the Prophetic teachings and explore how they can be applied in contemporary times to promote unity, compassion, and societal harmony.
Speakers from South Africa and the UK led discussions on a range of topics tailored to enhance attendees’ understanding of the Prophetic legacy and its relevance today.
The keynote speaker, Ustaad Maajid delivered an informative presentation on “The Prophetic Blueprint for Uplifting the Ummah,” emphasizing the importance of following the Prophetic model in all aspects of life.
Shaykh Sa’dullah touched on the “Universality of the Prophetic Mission,” highlighting the global impact of Prophet Muhammad’s teachings on humanity.
IPSA University’s Sh Fakhrudeen Owaisi engaged the audience with his discussion on “Prophet Muhammad’s Mercy Towards Enemies: A Pathway to Conflict Resolution,” with a focus on the prophets method of promoting reconciliation and peace. Head Mufti of the Cape Town Ulama Board, Mufti Sayed Haroon Al Azhari provided insights on “Prophetic Mercy in Marital Relations: Insights for Contemporary Relationship Challenges,” offering practical guidance for addressing modern-day relationship issues.
Prolific author and media journalist, Shafiq Morton captivated the audience with his historical perspective on “The Arrival and Transmission of the Prophetic Legacy in South Africa,” showcasing the role Awliya played in preserving Prophetic teachings in the Cape. He presentation touched on key points from a book he is busy working on titled, “Circle of the Saints.
Shaykh Sa’dullah touched on the “Universality of the Prophetic Mission,” highlighting the global impact of Prophet Muhammad’s teachings on humanity.
The Symposium also featured engaging poetry performances by Hassan Ahmed of UK, Sayed Haseen ud Deen Ziyaee, Sayyidah Maliha and Sayyidah Mariha, including a moving Nasheed titled ‘Mercy of the Worlds’ penned by Mufti Sayed Haroon Al Azhari. Tasmiyyah Allykotty shared a poignant english poem titled “Rahmatul Lil Alamien,” further emphasizing the theme of mercy and compassion in the Prophetic teachings.
The partner organizations, Wiselife Academy, Awqaf SA, CTIEC, and Ahlus Sunnah Media Network, played a crucial role in coordinating the Symposium.
The event provided attendees with a platform to deepen their understanding of the Prophetic legacy and inspire them to embody the teachings of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) in their daily lives.
