Islamic Sciences and Research Academy

Studies of Religion and IB students visited the Islamic Sciences and Research Academy – ISRA, in Auburn this week. ISRA is an Islamic education institution that serves the Muslim community in Australia in areas of identity, faith, knowledge and service. ISRA plays a pivotal role in equipping NSW Studies of Religion teachers, providing support in addressing issues and topics in the Preliminary Course and HSC course. It also serves IB students by providing thoughtful perspectives on different ways of knowing, and deeper understanding of Islamic diversity and expression in diverse cultures.

Students were informed of the formation of Islamic Jurisprudence by significant jurists and scholars, including Imam Al-Shafi, who played an instrumental role in Islamic history and theology. Students also visited Auburn Gallipoli Mosque, providing them with firsthand experience of Ottoman inspired architecture, including the artistry of Arabic calligraphy, and a presentation of the nature and significance of the Hajj pilgrimage.

Year 12 students are commended for demonstrating full respect and courtesy to our hosts and the sacred spaces they visited. Santa Sabina’s visit to both ISRA and Auburn Gallipoli Mosque forms part of the philosophy of equipping our students to be informed global citizens.

Charlotte Burton and the SOR Team