Yesterday, I attended my graduation ceremony for the Certificate in Islamic Law Course. I was rather reluctant to go, but I kind of enjoyed it. Especially since we got there after all the banking speeches had been done. An advocate who completed the course, said that this was the first graduation she was attending because in apartheid days black students boycotted all graduation ceremonies. That made me appreciate it.
When the Professor called my name, I was not really paying attention and there was a lull in the room, while they waited for me. My mum poked me out of my reverie. I was very glad that I did not have to go on stage. They had a lady lecturer give out certificates for the female students, and I shook her hand, blushed furiously and returned to my mom with a rather silly expression on my face.
In fact, I was saved from a certain speech. It turns out that the Professor had wanted me to address the Class of '09, but got my surname mixed up with another lady. Its a kind of a popular surname. I don't really mind speeches, but it would be way too intimidating in front of all these highly educated people. Well, I'd like to thank all the Professors, who have enlightened and educated me. Please do lengthen the course. To my fellow students, especially the wonderful top student, who graciously shared her assignments with me, may Allah Almighty bless you all, always.
One of the amazing aspects was that some female students beat the males. I mean, I'm not boasting, but I was rather surprised.
All praise belongs to the Almighty. If you'd ask me a year ago, when I returned from Haj, what I wanted most, and I would say, independence. I have to attest to the fact that knowledge and hard work gives one a certain grace. Allah Almighty increase us all in beneficial knowledge!
The Certificate in Islamic Law, is available from the University of Kwa-Zulu Natal, South Africa. Lectures take place all around the country. Even though it is centered around law, it is not only for lawyers. I'd highly recommend it to all those wishing to gain a better understanding of Shariah, especially those in professional environments. A doctor who came second in Gauteng, said that even though his life was centered around the sciences, the science of Shariah is exceptionally pure and precisely perfect.
You can find out more about the course, here: http://law.ukzn.ac.za/
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