The Road to Khandaq

By the end of this term, students will be able to:

• Explain the key expeditions and significant events that took place after the Battle of Uhud, leading to the Battle of Al-Khandaq.

• Understand the circumstances that led to the formation of the confederate armies against the Muslims of Madinah.

• Describe the major stages of the Battle of Al-Khandaq, its key events, and its aftermath.

• Analyse the leadership, consultation, and strategic planning of the Prophet ﷺ during this critical period.

• Understand the balance between preparation, patience, and reliance upon Allah in times of immense hardship and uncertainty.

• Recognise the courage, unity, perseverance, and sacrifice of the Companions in defending Madinah.

• Extract practical lessons in resilience, faith, leadership, unity, and reliance upon Allah that remain relevant today.

Session Schedule - Standard Sydney, Australian Timings.

• Six Week Term, November 22nd to December 27th

• 6 Classes, One Per Week

• Class Days, Every Sunday

Class Timings:

• In Person Class, 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm (GREENACRE)

• Online Class, 8:20 pm to 9:50 pm (OPEN TO STUDENTS WORLDWIDE)

Book
The prescribed book for this course is Al Fusul, Chapters from the Life of the Messenger, by Ibn Kathir, rahimahullah.

This text will serve as a foundational reference for the study of the Seerah during this term.

A copy can be purchased from Darussalam.

Course Notes
Course notes will be shared with students after each class to support revision, reflection, and continued benefit.

These notes are provided for personal use only and must not be shared or distributed.

THIS IS ONLY FOR THOSE WHO WISH TO RECEIVE A CERTIFICATE

Students who wish to receive a certificate of completion must successfully complete the following:

• Final Exam: Assess your grasp of the course material through a final exam (Pass Mark: 70%).

• None Required – This course is open to all, regardless of prior knowledge.

• To enrol in this course, students must be over 13 years old and have a good understanding of English.

Students must attend all classes.

One absence is permitted, but multiple unexcused absences will result in expulsion from the course.

We will be offering this class live on Zoom.

- Brothers and sisters will receive unique ID codes, which they must use as their Zoom ID to ensure complete anonymity.

- Student microphones and cameras must remain turned off at all times.

- Questions in the live chat will be strictly moderated, and any misconduct will result in expulsion.

Yes. We welcome students from all over the world, wherever you are based.

As this course is offered online, international students are encouraged to attend live.

Please ensure that you carefully check the class timings and convert them to your local time zone before registering.

Live attendance is strongly encouraged in order to gain maximum benefit from the lessons.

Yes. If you are experiencing genuine financial hardship, you may apply for assistance through The Sunnah Hub Scholarship Program.

Full details, including eligibility and conditions, are available on the scholarship page at the very bottom of this page.

Yes. You are welcome to attend this term as a new student. The course has been structured so that you can benefit even if you are joining for the first time.

For those who would like to review the earlier stages of the Seerah, the previous five terms are available for purchase. This includes all class recordings and detailed class notes.

Full access to the previous five terms - All recordings and class notes
$150 AUD.

Please email admin@thesunnahhub.com for more details.

Send your questions to admin@thesunnahhub.com