It was narrated from Abu Sa’eed al-Khudri (may Allah be pleased with him) that the Prophet (صَلَّى اللّٰهُ عَلَيْهِ وَسَلَّمَ ) said: “The believer will never have enough of listening to good things (seeking knowledge) until he reaches Paradise.”
Join us for Sacred Desires, a Halaqa designed to open hearts, deepen understanding, and create space for healing. Grounded in Islamic teachings, this workshop invites participants to explore sexuality as a sacred trust rather than a source of silence or shame.
PLEASE NOTE: This halaqa will cover mature and sensitive topics. Parental discretion is advised.
At the heart of Sacred Desires is the belief that our sexual selves are not in opposition to our spiritual selves. This workshop will guide participants through the process of understanding desire as a divine part of the human experience—meant to be acknowledged, honored, and directed with care. We’ll explore:
How Islam frames sexuality and desire with purpose and dignity
The difference between healthy modesty (haya) and destructive shame
Ways to navigate internal struggles with compassion, education, and hope
Rooted in Islamic tradition and informed by contemporary challenges, Sacred Desires offers a safe and spiritually nourishing environment to reflect, learn, and grow. Together, we’ll begin the work of transforming shame into insight, and desire into divine connection.
Destigmatize: Break the silence and open up meaningful, respectful conversations about sexuality within an Islamic framework.
Understand: Unpack the role and wisdom of sexual desire in our faith tradition.
Discern: Learn to differentiate between haya that protects the soul and shame that erodes it.
Empower: Gain tools for education, repentance, and long-term healing around sexual struggles.
This interactive halaqah will include discussions, Q&A sessions, and digital resources to enhance your learning experience, in shaa Allah.
Shaykh Raihaan Habibulla is an Assistant Imam and Youth Coordinator of Masjid As-Siddiq. Shaykh Raihaan is an educated and contemporary Islamic lecturer and teacher. He possesses a strong foundation in both academic and Islamic knowledge. He began his undergraduate studies by earning a bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice and Law from John Jay College in New York City.
Shaykh Raihaan then took the bold step of continuing his education, graduating from Umm Al-Qura University in Makkah, Saudi Arabia, with a bachelor's degree in Arabic and Islamic Education. Most recently, he completed his master's degree in Comparative Laws, with a focus on Islamic laws, at the International Islamic University Malaysia. Throughout his educational journey, Shaykh Raihaan has been an active khateeb and teacher.
Please stay updated for information on future events, in shaa Allah.
