Banbury Madni Masjid is pleased to announce Breezes of the Elect, a special Islamic gathering bringing the community together for devotional poetry, remembrance and reflection.
Compiled by Umm al-Khair, Breezes of the Elect provides an opportunity to engage with classical Islamic devotional poetry and reflect upon the love, devotion and spiritual connection that are central to our faith.
Taking place across October, November and December 2026, this three-part gathering invites members of the community to come together in a peaceful and spiritually uplifting environment at Banbury Madni Masjid.
The first gathering will take place on Sunday 18 October 2026, followed by further gatherings on Sunday 22 November 2026 and Sunday 20 December 2026.
Islamic devotional poetry has long provided a beautiful way for Muslims to express love, reverence and spiritual reflection.
Breezes of the Elect offers an opportunity for the community to pause from the busyness of everyday life and spend time in an atmosphere centred around remembrance and devotion.
Through the gathering, attendees can come together to appreciate classical devotional poetry and reflect upon the spiritual teachings and values expressed through these works.
The programme is designed to create a meaningful community experience while encouraging greater appreciation for Islamic devotional traditions.
The collection is presented as a gathering of classical Islamic devotional poetry, offering an opportunity to engage with works connected to love and devotion within the Islamic tradition.
During the series, attendees can look forward to an environment of:
The Breezes of the Elect series provides a space where the community can come together, listen, reflect and deepen their appreciation of Islamic devotional heritage.
The programme will take place across three Sundays, creating a continuing opportunity for the community to participate throughout the final months of 2026.
Date: Sunday 18 October 2026
The series begins in October with the first Breezes of the Elect gathering at Banbury Madni Masjid.
Date: Sunday 22 November 2026
The second gathering continues the series in November, providing another opportunity for the community to come together for devotional reflection.
Date: Sunday 20 December 2026
The final gathering of the series will take place in December, bringing the three-part programme to a close.
At Banbury Madni Masjid, community gatherings provide opportunities for people to come together around faith, learning, remembrance and Islamic tradition.
The Breezes of the Elect series contributes to this community experience by creating a dedicated space for devotional poetry and reflection.
For those who appreciate Islamic literature, devotional poetry and gatherings centred around remembrance, this programme offers an opportunity to spend time within a peaceful community environment.
It is also an opportunity to discover and appreciate the rich tradition of Islamic devotional expression and the spiritual values conveyed through classical works.
Make time for remembrance, reflection and community connection through the Breezes of the Elect gathering at Banbury Madni Masjid.
Across three gatherings in October, November and December, the programme offers an opportunity to experience Islamic devotional poetry and spend meaningful time with the local Muslim community.
We look forward to welcoming the community to Banbury Madni Masjid for this special series.
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