Date: Saturday, 6 March 2010

Topics

• A question on forgiving ourselves for our wrongs

Especially after committing a sin or wrong action, it is not surprising that paranoia can befall us. How do we overcome this state? This discussion explores how to use the prescriptions of the Quran and the Sunnah (practices of the Prophet) to overcome this 'vesvese' (scruples).  Download Audio

• Is faith acquired voluntarily?

What role does our free will play in achieving faithfulness or receiving salvation? We are dependant on many things that we have no role and choice in.  Are we as dependant, or without say, in our spiritual make-up and nourishment (ie our faith)?  Download Audio

• Making decisions in accordance with the will of Allah

We make so many decisions each day. How do I know my decisions are aligned with Allah's will and pleasure? This discussions focuses on how to maintain the sincerity in our decision making and planning of our future pathways.  Download Audio

Date: Saturday, 26th December 2009

Topics

• A discussion on why we need Tafsirs or Quranic commentaries

The Qur'an is Allah's word and is the most elevated divine communication to all of creation. How do we understand the place and role of scholars and tafsir (commentary on the Qur'an), such as the Risale-i Nur? Read More

• Criteria for determining the most excellent path to Allah

After having found the truth and entered Islam, what is the criteria that we follow to continue on the path of excellence within Islam? Read More

Word Vision Conference Centre, 40 Somerton Road, Somerton : Every Saturday 8.00pm

Central to our learning is the weekly discussion circles.In our discussion circles we analyze, contemplate and reflect on fundamental questions that we all want and need answers to.

In our discussions of these crucial questions and issues, there are no questions left unanswered. We guarantee that once you approach and critically engage with a rational mind and pure heart, you will inevitably change; in mind, body and soul.

Discussions circles are held at the Word Vision Conference Centre. This is a conference venue with a seating capacity of 50 -100. The venue is air conditioned and provides a state-of-the-art sound system with wireless microphones and live recording.

Who am I? Where did I come from? Where Am I going?
What is the meaning of Life? Is there a higher purpose to living?
Do I matter in this Universe?  Is Death the End?

Does God Exist?

Word Vision is a registered non-profit organisation established in 2003. We dedicate ourselves to lifelong learning.We aim to not  only enhance the knowledge and abilities of our listeners and readers, but to also broaden their horizons and introduce them to new ways of assessing their observations and experiences.

We embrace the unique approach of the great scholar Bediuzzaman Said Nursi, and use his work, The Risale-i Nur, as our core reference. We compare and contrast his writings to that of other prominent Thinkers from the past and present such as Plato, Kant, Hume and Dawkins.

The Risale-i Nur is a lesson of the Qur’an to modern understanding. The treatises in it are a commentary of Quranic verses dealing with all matters of faith. They provide remedies from the pharmacy of the Qur’an to all spiritual and psychological ills.