The Light of Knowledge in Enduring Times
Engage in an Extraordinary Academic Experience
The Classical Institute is honoured to host an exclusive seminar with one of the most authentic and distinguished scholars of our era, Professor Dr Shaykh Hasan al-Shafi’i. This event offers a rare opportunity to learn directly from a world-renowned scholar whose life and legacy embody the very ethos of knowledge, scholarship, and human flourishing.
About the Speaker
Professor Dr Shaykh Hasan al-Shafi’i is a distinguished authority in the field of Islamic Theology and Philosophy. With a career spanning around six decades, he has become a global authority on Islamic thought, education, and moral philosophy. His many accolades include:
Member of Al-Azhar’s Senior Scholars Authority
Chairman of The Union of Arab Linguistic and Scientific Academies
Recipient of the King Faisal Prize for Islamic Studies (2022)
His contributions to Islamic intellectual thought have left an indelible mark on the global academic community. As a leading authority in classical scholarship and a vanguard of authentic knowledge, Professor al-Shafi’i’s lectures inspire audiences to reflect deeply on timeless values and contemporary challenges.
This lecture reflects The Classical Institute’s mission to nurture discerning minds, purposeful learners, and morally conscious individuals. Through our comprehensive approach to education, we bridge the richness of classical thought with contemporary challenges. Our curriculum draws from the timeless disciplines of Languages, Literature, Philosophy, Theology, and Islamic Intellectual Thought. Rooted in authentic traditions and modern relevance, we seek to foster intellectual, spiritual progress, and moral virtue. By hosting this seminar, we reaffirm our commitment to providing an academic space where the most authentic voices of classical knowledge engage with present-day realities.
What Will the Lecture Entail?
This landmark seminar, "The Light of Knowledge in Enduring Times" delves into the transformative power of knowledge and its centrality to human life. Professor al-Shafi’i will illuminate how knowledge shapes and reshapes our values, offers hope and purpose, and strengthens us in the face of adversity. As societies confront uncertainty and change, this lecture will explore how knowledge serves as an enduring compass, guiding us toward clarity, resilience, and higher purpose.
Key Themes of the Seminar:
The Value of Knowledge: Discover how authentic knowledge is essential to individual and collective growth, underpinning every facet of a meaningful life.
Hope and Purpose in Challenging Times: Gain insights into how knowledge provides clarity, conviction, and confidence during periods of difficulty and doubt.
Endurance and Resilience: Explore how knowledge fortifies the human spirit, fostering perseverance, moral courage, and spiritual resolve.
Knowledge as the Centre of Life: Understand why knowledge lies at the heart of personal, communal, and civilisational progress.
Why Attend?
Access to World-Class Scholarship: Learn directly from one of the foremost authorities in Islamic Theology and Philosophy.
Engage with Classical Knowledge: Immerse yourself in the rich intellectual tradition that informs and transforms modern life.
An Academic Experience Like No Other: This is a unique academic experience - a thoughtful engagement with ideas that shape intellectual traditions.
This seminar is not just a lecture - it is an invitation to engage in an authentic academic experience where timeless scholarship meets contemporary relevance. Attendees will gain insight into profound ideas that inspire purposeful action, build intellectual resilience, and nurture a deeper understanding of the role of knowledge in shaping human potential. Join us for a thought-provoking session that promises to leave a lasting impact on your academic and personal journey.
Date & Time: Monday 30th December at 7:30pm-9:00pm (UK Time)
Format: Online Only
Registration
Free Admission | Registration Required
Delivered
The lecture will be delivered in Arabic with an English translation.
Honourable Guest Speaker
Professor Shaykh Hasan al-Shafi’i
Registration Opens: Wednesday 18th December at 2pm & closes on Friday 27th December at 6pm (UK Time).
For all enquiries contact info@theclassicalinstitue.co.uk.