Category Archives: Memoir Eng

Chapter 29: Failing the Interview for a Lecturer Position in KUSZA

It was a nearly 8-hour journey for him to arrive at Subang International Airport. Zul’s return was welcomed by his families and villagers of Kubang Kekura. “Alhamdulillah, since Zul has returned home, we can drink Zamzam water and eat dates,” Pok De who came together with Mok De to visit Ustaz Mad said happily. “Please […]

Chapter 28: Ma’assalamah O the Land of Medina

“Syeikh Soleh, I’m going back home to Malaysia. Alhamdulillah, I’ve completed my studies in the Islamic University of Medina.” Zul greeted an elderly man wearing a misylah and yellow jubah who was busy doing dhikr. Syeikh Soleh and Zul are “classmates” together with Syeikh Muhammad ‘Ali Thani at Nabawi Mosque. He’s a slender and petite […]

Chapter 27: “I’m a Dual University Graduate!”

“Sarah, how many years do you think Zul spent in Medina?” Grandpa Aki asked testing his granddaughter who he saw sitting still barely ever moving. “Erm…it’s 4 years, right? You said so last time, don’t you remember?” Sarah answered proudly, winking at his grandfather. “Yes… that’s right. Good thing you remembered. I was just testing […]

Chapter 26: Cherished Friends

“Dear students blessed by Allah, The Islamic University of Medina always emphasizes the strengthening of relationships between our fellow Muslims as the basis in the construction of an excellent ummah. We uphold the statement of Allah SWT: يَا أَيُّهَا النَّاسُ إِنَّا خَلَقْنَاكُمْ مِنْ ذَكَرٍ وَأُنْثَى وَجَعَلْنَاكُمْ شُعُوبًا وَقَبَائِلَ لِتَعَارَفُوا  إِنَّ أَكْرَمَكُمْ عِنْدَ اللَّهِ أَتْقَاكُمْ  إِنَّ […]

Chapter 25: If We Could Turn Back Time

“Zul, hurry up…we’re going to be late. I think Maulana is already there!” Zulkifli Singapore invites Zul to Nabawi Mosque. Zulkifli is one of his friends from Singapore. Due to the fact that there are several students there named Zulkifli, each has their own moniker, to help differentiate them from each other among their peers […]

Chapter 24: Kulliyyah Shariah Islamic University of Medina’s Syllabus

“Zul, did you get what Syeikh Muhammad bin Muhammad al-Mukhtar’s explanation just now?” Azhan asked right after class. Syeikh’s class is among the most awaited classes for his solid arguments and comprehensive knowledge. “What’s the issue? The one on Fath al-zara’i? Oh…it’s actually easy to understand. The terminology is mentioned by Imam AL-Qarafi. He’s a […]

Chapter 22: The One Who Taught Me Knowledge and Manners

“My name is Zulkifli bin Mohamad. I’m from Terengganu, Malaysia. Here, I’m studying in the Kuliyah of Syariah, Islamic University of Medina. I dream of one day becoming one of the arrows of Islam. To be shot anywhere…,” Zul introduced himself in the special usrah with Dr Abu Mu’az. Dr Abu Mu’az smiled and laughed, […]