ISLAMABAD, Feb 27 (APP): Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) organized a meaningful “Ramadan Weekly Seerat Seminar” to embrace the spiritual blessings of the holy month of Ramadan and to promote the teachings of Seerat-un-Nabi (PBUH).
The seminar was held at the university’s Central Library and was jointly organized by the Central Library and the Faculty of Arabic and Islamic Studies. The theme of the seminar was “Seerat-un-Nabi (PBUH) and Patience and Perseverance.” Students, faculty members and staff attended in large numbers and listened attentively to the speakers.
The keynote speaker, Dr Syed Abdul Rahman emphasized that the golden principles of patience and steadfastness embodied in the blessed life of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) are essential for overcoming the intellectual, social and moral challenges of the modern era.
He stated that incorporating these principles into both individual and collective life is crucial for building a strong and resilient society.
Dr Rahman highlighted that the life of the Holy Prophet (PBUH) serves as a shining example of patience, tolerance, forbearance and unwavering determination. Referring to the hardships faced in Taif and the persecution in Makkah, he said that despite severe trials the Prophet (PBUH) remained steadfast and conveyed to the Ummah that difficulties are temporary, but patience ultimately leads to honor and success.
On the occasion, Librarian Syed Ghulam Kazim Ali announced that weekly lectures covering different aspects of Seerat would continue throughout Ramazan.
He also informed participants that future sessions would be streamed live on social media to enable a wider audience to benefit from these scholarly and spiritual gatherings.
The seminar concluded with a collective prayer for the peace and prosperity of the country, unity of the Muslim Ummah, and for being blessed with patience and steadfastness.