Inspired by the Prophet Muhammad's ﷺ mission to perfect noble character, this course explores key traits of a Muslim through the timeless insights of Imam al-Ghazali’s The Muslim Character. Building on last year’s study of friendship, fulfilling promises, mercy, and modesty, this summer we will continue our journey by examining strength, tolerance, and pardon, overcoming enmity, and making the most of our time. Through modern analysis and practical application, theis course aims to help students embody the character of the Prophet ﷺ, who was described by Allah as being of the highest moral standard (Surah al-Qalam: 4).
Every Saturday ~ July 19th, 2025 - August 9th, 2025
Course Instructor
Dr. Imam Sherif Ahmed
Dr. Imam Sherif Ahmed is the Co-Founder and the Dean of Tarbiya Institute’s Seminary. Additionally, he is a Visiting Scholar at Bayan Islamic Graduate School. Dr. Ahmed is an entrepreneur whose career spans more than two decades working as a supply chain consultant and business owner in The Gulf and Egypt. He studied English Literature, Business Administration, and Islamic Studies and received a Master’s in Strategic Business Unit Management from HEC Paris. He got his Doctorate in Nonprofit Leadership and Management from the University of Colorado. Dr. Ahmed is working on his second Master’s in Islamic Studies at Chicago Theological Seminary. Lastly, Dr. Ahmed is the Co-Founder and the Chief Operating Officer of California Real Traders - A Real estate company in Northern California. Dr. Ahmed is a father of five lovely children.