A Journey of Barakah
The Story of Our Zāwiyah
Our Zāwiyah began humbly — with sincerity and intention rather than space or resources — and grew, by the grace of Allāh, into a dedicated home for remembrance and learning.
The very first Zāwiyah was located in a small garage connected to the Shaykh’s home. Though modest, it was filled with barakah. With himmah and the support of our Shaykh, we renovated that space, building a new wall and preparing it to host gatherings of remembrance and learning. At that time, we were among the first Zāwiyahs established in South-East Melbourne, taking an early step in serving the spiritual needs of the community.
As the community grew, so did the need for a larger space. We moved to our second location — still a garage connected to the Shaykh’s house — which allowed for greater capacity and comfort. This space enabled us to cook and host meals for the community, strengthening bonds and increasing attendance, and the Zāwiyah became a place where everyone felt welcomed and accommodated.
Today, we are blessed to be in our third and current location. For the first time, the Zāwiyah is officially rented and stands independently, no longer connected to a private home. It now functions as a dedicated space with an office, madrasa, and various classes and programs. Over time, our gatherings have increased from once a month, to once a fortnight, and now to weekly — sometimes even twice weekly — reflecting the growing need and enthusiasm within the community.
This journey is a testament to steady growth, sincere intention, and collective effort. With each step forward, we continue to look ahead — aspiring to serve more people and, in shā’ Allāh, to move into an even larger space in the future, while holding firmly to the values and spirit with which our Zāwiyah first began.
First Zāwiyah
A small garage beside the Shaykh's home — modest, but filled with barakah.
Second Zāwiyah
A larger space, still by the Shaykh's house, with room to cook and host the community.
Third Zāwiyah
Our first independent, officially rented home — office, madrasa, and weekly programs.
