January, 2026 - The Community on Friday

ThoughtCast #3

January 18, 2026

In this edition, we welcome Dr Kamaal Ali Sheriff, a prominent figure based in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. He is known for his insightful lectures and contributions to the community. Dr Shariff often speaks on various topics, including deep and critical thinking, and has a significant following in the region. His work is well-regarded, and he continues to inspire many through his teachings and community involvement. In addition to his accomplishments, Dr Shariff is a dentist by profession, bringing a blend of expertise in both healthcare and thought leadership.

The Power of Empathic Listening

January 18, 2026

Empathic listening is how one listens when someone is sharing their experience—an active skill that puts empathy into action. One can feel empathy without listening, but cannot truly listen empathically without empathy.

Newton’s Curiosity

January 16, 2026

Isaac Newton is a household name. Even someone who has not studied the sciences has most likely heard of his name. A physicist and mathematician, discoverer of the laws of motion, inventor of Calculus and author of the Principia, a student of the Bible and an explorer on the subject of Alchemy, Newton’s range of expertise and diversity can be matched by very few from the annals of history.

Faith in Practice: Balancing Religious Rituals with Modern Life

January 15, 2026

Life today moves at a ridiculous pace. Time gets chopped up; attention scatters. People chase productivity and forget to breathe. In all this rush, religious rituals can start to feel like interruptions. Prayers get pushed back, fasting feels extra tough, and spiritual focus slips away in the glare of screens and endless to-do lists. Plenty of Muslims carry this quiet guilt—not because their faith is weak, but because they’re just trying to keep up with a world that never slows down.

Living Faith Through Service: The Transformative Power of Gülen’s Philosophy of Hizmet

January 14, 2026

Living Faith Through Service: The Transformative Power of Gülen’s Philosophy of Hizmet by Dr Hasnain Gulamali Walji

Across continents and cultures, I have met followers of Fethullah Gülen who, like my friend Dr Tekalan, reflect the essence of Hizmet in every word they speak and every action they take. In these encounters, I have witnessed something quietly powerful – a philosophy that goes beyond lofty ideals or well-spoken beliefs. There’s a depth to their commitment that transforms simple acts into living proof of leadership based on compassion, empathy, and tireless service. It’s a rare kind of leadership, one that goes beyond inspiring others to merely admire, inviting them instead to live a shared vision of service and humanity.

This publication originally started as print magazine in Nairobi under the auspices of the Haydari Madrasah. Later on, with greater demand for online material and demand to suppress costs as well as reach a wider audience, TC on Friday, became an online "Friday supplement". In the early 2000s, the forum received the support of The World Federation, giving their blessings to the publication as well as helping in its broadcast.

Again, with passage of time, changes are imminent as we now move to a more interactive state - a blog. To this end, I seek the support of all members who can contribute their valuable time and written material to the forum, which is being read all across the world.

Thank you

M Suleman
Moderator

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