...And remember Allah much that you may be successful.
Al-Anfaal | Verse 45
The Center of Islamic Knowledge - Detroit is committed to the remembrance of Allah, community development & spiritual upliftment through the Holy Qur'an and Sunnah.
Who we are
Photo credit: Imam Saleem by Laylah Amatullah Barrayn
Our purpose is the remembrance of Allah by following The Holy Qur’an and the life examples of Prophet Muhammad (May the peace and blessings of Allah be upon him). We are a local expression of a global community of students of Shaykh Ahmad Tijani and the Faydah of El-Hajji Shaykh Ibrahim Niasse (R.T.A.).
Founded by the late El-Hajji Imam Saleem Abdul-Muqit Joseph (R.A.) in the mid-1990's, The COIK was renamed, formalized and registered as a State of Michigan non-profit corporation in April 2018. El-Hajji Imam Saleem received direct guidance, education, and ijaza (permission) from Shaykh Hassan Cisse (R.A.) to establish a Detroit-based jamaat (group) of believers.
Our mission is to aid the spiritual upliftment of humanity through educational, cultural, social, and charitable activities. We support seekers, travelers, and lifelong learners yearning to heal and reconnect with their higher selves.
Photo credits: 1) Cheikha Marieme Niasse and 2) Shaykh Mahy at Flint Water Giveaway both taken by Tasneem Maryum; 3) Amir Sulaiman at fundraiser for Nasrul Ilm by Malikah Abeo
Services
Education
1) Provide spiritual sciences classes that honor oneness of the Creator through the lens of Sufism. 2) Teach from the Holy Qur'an and Sunnah (life examples) of Prophet Muhammad (s.a.w.s.) contextualized with modern life, as a means of personal development and growth.
Family Engagement
Our leadership offers marital and parental counseling, officiates nuptials, birth/naming ceremonies, and funeral/burial services. We promote youth education and exposure to opportunities that will help families prepare for the future.
Community Outreach
Esteemed guests and erudite scholars from around the world come to share knowledge with the community. Our Center provides a safe space for the community to learn, worship, fellowship, and network.
Photo credits: 4) Shaykh Seydi Ali Tidjani Cisse visits; 5) Imam Yusuf at baby's aqiqah and 6) Sharifah Rania Tidjani visits from Morrocco by Tasneem Maryam
Programs & Activities
Charity & Outreach
- Twice annual Kurbani meat distribution (lamb) to Muslim and non-Muslim families in Detroit neighborhoods
- Periodic distribution of non-perishable food items from pantry, bottled water, clothing and book-giveaways
- Co-host religious holiday feasts during Ramadan and Eid Celebrations with other community partners
Community Education
- Weekly beginning Arabic and Qur'anic recitation classes for children and adults taught by Ustadz Zaki Muhammad Abdus-Salaam
- Weekly study of Shahkh Al-Hajji Ibrahim Niasse's The Stations of the Religion led by Sidi Kafani Ibrahim
- Classes for youth on adab (manners) and etiquette led by Imam Yusuf Joseph
Spiritual Upliftment
- Wazifah dhikr circle offered daily both live and virtually (Zoom & Facebook)
- Weekly Jumu'ah khutbah (sermon) and salat (prayer)
- Weekly Dhikrul Jum'uah circle
- Monthly Qur'anic group recitation (first Sunday of each Hijri month)
- Dawah and intra- and interfaith dialogues
Get Involved
Board of Directors
Imam Yusuf Abdul-Muqit Joseph, President
Imam Kafani Ibrahiim Cisse (T. Gambrell),
Vice President & Chief Muqqadam
Ali Abdus-Shaheed
(W. Griffin),Treasurer
Malia Salaam-Cisse,
Secretary
Dr. Halim Naeem,
Business Advisor
Donations
*501(c)3 Status Pending
Already successful
are the believers.
Al-Muminoon | Verse 1
Contact us
The Center of Islamic Knowledge
Mailing Address
11000 W McNichols Rd
Ste 323 #1030
Detroit, MI 48221
coikdetroit@gmail.com
Phone
(313) 349 - 0277
Photo credit: Woman with dhikr beads by Tasneem Maryam