
Act Like a Man workshop
Prophetic Manhood, Adab, Strength & Responsibility in Islam
In a time when many young men are confused about what it means to be a man, Islam offers a clear, balanced and honourable model of manhood. This workshop explores true masculinity through the Qur’an, Sunnah, the lives of the Prophets, the Companions, and the refined tradition of Islamic adab.
Real masculinity in Islam is balanced masculinity: strength with mercy, courage with wisdom, leadership with humility, confidence with kindness, dignity with service, and independence with reliance upon Allah.
Rooted in Adab
Masculinity in Islam is not built on arrogance, aggression, dominance or image. It is built on taqwa, responsibility, courage, wisdom, patience, generosity, dignity and service.
Faith First
A man whose religion comes first and whose identity is shaped by iman, worship and accountability before Allah.
Strength Controlled
Strength is honoured when it is disciplined by mercy, patience, self-control and refined character.
Leadership as Trust
Leadership is not ego. It is responsibility, service, protection, humility and wise decision-making.
Who This Course Is For
Young Men
For young men seeking Islamic direction, discipline, confidence and identity.
Fathers & Mentors
For fathers, mentors and teachers who guide boys and young men with wisdom.
Muslim Men
For men wanting to reflect on responsibility, adab, leadership and spiritual growth.
Course Objectives
- Understand the Islamic meaning of manhood through Qur’an, Sunnah and adab.
- Recognise the difference between Prophetic masculinity and modern toxic or shallow ideas of masculinity.
- Appreciate why religion, character and self-control are the foundation of true manhood.
- Understand the role of responsibility, leadership and service in the life of a Muslim man.
- Develop a personal framework for discipline, courage, generosity, respect and spiritual grounding.
- Reflect on the Prophets, Companions and righteous men as true role models for Muslim boys and men.
Educators
See the bio page for more information on each educator.
Workshop Information
Programme Notes
- Duration
- 3hrs 30mins
- Breaks
- 2 short 15-minute breaks
- Materials
- All course materials included
- Snacks
- Please bring along your own snacks
EFT Payments
- Bank
- Standard Bank
- Account
- Cape Town Muslim Events
- Number
- 300794711
- Type
- Cheque Account
- Reference
- Your Name, Surname, and Course Code (#ACT688)
- POP
- WhatsApp CTME Class – 0794906292
Venue Information
- Location
- The Knowledge Zone, 541 Lansdowne Rd, Lansdowne
- GPS
- Please enter 530 Lansdowne Rd due to Google mapping error. The venue is located directly across the road.
- Entrance
- Access through Unique Hijabs Store on the main road.
- Parking
- Parking is available in front of the store and along the sides of the main road.
- Security
- Security guards will be on duty. Please follow their instructions and do not leave valuables in your vehicle.
- Facilities
- Air-conditioning and wudu facilities are available on-site.
Cape Town Muslim Events