Updated 11 December 2013 
The Wise Fool of Baghdad is an insightful collection of true stories from the life of Bahlool Dana, who feigned madness to escape the oppression of the ruling class in Baghdad circa the 8th century AD. As a result, Bahlool dispensed wisdom in strange and amusing ways.
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25 February 2026 / 8. Ramadhan 1447
Madinah & Bab 2019 Application
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WE'VE EXTENDED OUR DEADLINE TO 30th MAY 2019!!!
Step One: Decide which camp to attend:
Step Two: Read the Terms and Conditions.
Step Three: Apply using our online application form.
Note all COEJ Participants must apply here.
Payment Details:
Deposits must be paid to your respective Regional Federation - the deposit will be refunded for those are unsuccessful. Amounts below:
- CoEJ 300 GBP - Note all COEJ Participants must apply here.
- AFED 300 USD
- MIDDLE EAST 100 GBP
- OTHER 100 GBP
Additional info:
Your application will not be considered unless we have the following:
- A scanned copy in JPEG of your passport photo page - your passport must be valid until at least February 2020.
- A copy of a passport sized photograph in JPEG, taken in the last 6 months. Please note - female applicants must be in full hijab.
- Although both courses will run on the same dates, there may be slight variations for each region depending on regional flight itineraries.
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Imam Ali (AS) has said: “Live in this world as a traveller, and leave behind you every sweet memory. Indeed we are guests here, and every guest must soon leave.”
Reflections of Sermon 109
It is duly appropriate to learn some lessons from Imam Ali (as) when aiming to become a better person. This sermon will allow us to expand our knowledge where it shapes our future in an attempt to make a victory of something we know nothing about.
