About Shaykh Shaqur Rehman
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A Scholar of Islamic Jurisprudence
Shaykh Shaqur pursued his traditional Islamic studies in Egypt (1999–2001) and continued in his studies in Syria and Saudi Arabia, during which time he memorised the entire Quran (Hafiz) and earned Ijaza in Qur’anic recitation, alongside authorisations in various Islamic sciences, including theology and jurisprudence.
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Senior Adviser at the Islamic Council
In his role, Shaykh Shaqur delivers nikahs, offers marriage and family counselling, and serves as a senior instructor in Islamic Council marriage programmes and workshops like Marriage Primer, Marriage Matters, and Marital Mastery.
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Active Casework
He regularly provides hands-on counselling for couples facing marital difficulties—a core service as part of Islamic Council’s mission to reduce marriage breakdowns. Having guided hundreds of couples via Islamic Council online and live workshops—and hearing feedback like “saved a marriage” and “very beneficial” he brings proven, real-world insight to Masjid Tawhid’s event.
CONTENT TO BE COVERED
Considerations before Marriage
Reflect on key aspects like readiness, expectations, and understand how to make mature, informed decisions
Divine Aims of Marriage
Learn about the sacred bond and the love, tranquility and mercy that it comes with
Choosing the Right Spouse
Explore qualities of a good husband and a good wife, vital for a successful marriage
How to get Married
Understanding how a marriage is formed; from the proposal and the role of the wali to the nikah itself
Case Studies
Delve into real-life marital challenges and learn how to navigate them through positive behaviour and Islamic guidance
Excelling Together
Examine scenarios and take a journey of self-reflection to get alignment with your future spouse
Conquering Conflict
Learn how to manage marital conflict with wisdom and fairness through timeless principles
9:30am - 1:15pm - Morning Session - Foundations of a Blessed Marriage
Start by grounding yourself in the essentials every Muslim must know before marriage
- Session 1: The Divine Aims of Marriage (9:30 am - 10:30am)
- Session 2: Eight Considerations before a Marriage Meeting (10:30 am - 11:30am)
- Session 3: Choosing the Right Spouse (11:30 am - 1:15pm)
All in person registrants will be served a meal after the morning session.
2:30pm – 5:30pm - Afternoon Session - The Marriage Contract & Real-Life Realities
Understand how to do it all properly, and what marriages done right look like in practice
- Session 4: How to Get Married (2:30pm - 4:00pm)
- Session 5: Case Studies (4:00pm - 5:30pm)
All in person registrants will be served refreshments, tea, coffee and biscuits after the afternoon session.
6:00pm - 9pm - Evening Session - Strengthening and Sustaining Your Marriage
A toolset for long-term success; nurturing love, solving conflicts, and growing together
- Session 6: Excelling Together as a Couple (6:00pm - 7:30pm)
- Session 7: Conquering Conflict (7:30pm - 8:30pm)
All registrants of the Marital Primer workshop will be given access to the Islamic Council portal, where they can view course materials, including session recordings and additional resources.