Every week hundreds of seekers come and sit in the presence of Shaykh Babikir, one of the world's last living spiritual masters. Trained by the highest-ranking grandsages of Africa, join us as he imparts his inspirational teachings with humility and love.
The Qur'an commands that we should stand firmly for justice. The Prophet ﷺ honoured the black man and raised him up high, on to the ka'bah
Talk given in 'Little_Hagia_Sophia' after fajr prayer
What is the heart? Starting with the deepest secrets of the letters of the word, the mysteries of the heart are unravelled
Salaam Sunday lecture on the topic of Hardship and Debt
Self and Spirituality course at Rumi's Cave
Self and Spirituality course at Rumi's Cave
Self and Spirituality course at Rumi's Cave
Self and Spirituality course at Rumi's Cave
Self and Spirituality course at Rumi's Cave
Sadiq Khan has today been inaugurated as the first Muslim Mayor of London. Some Muslims are rejoicing, yet others are more critical; Shaykh Babikir offers words of wisdom about the election, and the duty all Muslims have to the citizens of this city.
The Prophet always took care of those who were poor or neglected; in that spirit, he always took care of Sha'ban, the oft-neglected month, overlooked as it is surrounded by the mighty Rajab and Ramadan. How can we take care of ourselves in Sha'ban?
Shaykh Babikir treats us by bringing the hair of the Prophet to the circle; a beautiful talk on the baraka of the Prophet Muhammad.
The Life of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ – A Complete Sirah Course
The Life of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ – A Complete Sirah Course
The Life of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ – A Complete Sirah Course
The eye is true, magic is rife but the worst is the jealousy that comes from the arrogant heart
The Life of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ – A Complete Sirah Course
The Life of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ – A Complete Sirah Course
The mysterious jinn are but another of Allah's creatures, existing on Earth before Adam.
The Life of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ – A Complete Sirah Course
The Life of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ – A Complete Sirah Course
The Life of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ – A Complete Sirah Course
The Life of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ – A Complete Sirah Course
The Life of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ – A Complete Sirah Course
The Life of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ – A Complete Sirah Course
The Life of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ – A Complete Sirah Course
The Life of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ – A Complete Sirah Course
The Life of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ – A Complete Sirah Course
The Life of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ – A Complete Sirah Course
The Life of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ – A Complete Sirah Course
The Life of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ – A Complete Sirah Course
A gift is a messenger from heart to heart. It does not need to seek permission before entering.
The Life of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ – A Complete Sirah Course
The Life of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ – A Complete Sirah Course
The Life of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ – A Complete Sirah Course
The Life of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ – A Complete Sirah Course
The Life of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ – A Complete Sirah Course
The son of Adam is forever sinning: but the best of those who sin are the ones who make ammends, and seek pardon from their Lord.
In these sacred days of Hajj, those who have been blessed with the divine calling now travel to Makkah. How can those of us who remain at home partake in their blessings?
Have you seen him? A vivid portrayal of the physical attributes of the Prophet Muhammad.
A true friend is patient, forever sincere and good. He speaks the truth, always forgives and shelters the one he has befriended. The Prophet loved all of his companions, for sure - but he chose Abu Bakr as his truest friend.
With the furore regarding the new film about the Prophet Muhammad, it seems that many are seeing a red mist. Comforting words calling for calm, drawing from the Prophetic example.
A wise man once said: "I saw the scholars wandering near the sea, but I saw the sages diving into its depths. As for the gnostics - I saw them on ships of safety travelling across the ocean."
All creatures are sustained and our life in this world is given to us under the name of God, Ar-rahmaan. That which is for the good in the hereafter is by the name Ar-raheem.
Man's greatest enemy is not a foreign power, nor is it some unseen creature. Rather, man's greatest enemy is his ego which resides within him. Unless he can come to know his enemy, he shall remain forever imprisoned.
God does not judge you by looking at the clothes you wear or at your material possessions, but He looks into your heart, and your actions.
This world, borne out of the Divine Command, is enchanted everywhere with blessings. Blessed are her holy people and whatever they touch. Sacred space and time are also dressed in blessings, through which the seeker may be enlivened.
After the human ego was created in the spiritual world, it was asked by its Lord: "Who are you?". Arrogantly, it replied "I am me, and you are you". What is the true nature of the ego, and how can it be tamed?
The month of Shaban contains the annual spiritual budget. Those who know of it make sure they are ready for it with prayer, fasting and seeking forgiveness.
From the hallowed soil of Jerusalem, the Prophet travelled sky-bound into the celestial realm, passing the farthest boundaries until he entered the Divine Presence. Throughout his ascension, he epitomised the dignity and humility of a true Servant of God.
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