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Fundamental to Islamic thought is the idea that there is a way that human beings simply are, by nature or creation. This concept is called fiṭra. In The Politics of Islamic Ethics: Hierarchy and Human Nature in the Philosophical Tradition (Cambridge UP, 2025), rooting her investigation in two central passages in the Qur'an and hadith literature, where it is asserted that God created human beings in a certain way, the author moves beyond discussion of the usual figures who have commented on those texts to look instead at a group of classical Islamic philosophers rarely discussed in conjunction with ethical matters. Tracing the development of fiṭra through this overlooked strand of medieval thinking, von Doetinchem de Rande uses fiṭra as an entrée to wider topics in Islamic ethics. She shows that the notion of fiṭra articulated by al-Fārābī, Ibn Bājja, Ibn Ṭufayl, and Ibn Rushd highlights important issues about organizational hierarchies of human nature. This, she argues, has major implications for contemporary political and legal debates. Raissa von Doetinchem de Rande is Assistant Professor of Religious Ethics and Islamic Studies at the University of Chicago. Host Yaseen Christian Andrewsen is a DPhil candidate at the University of Oxford, specialising in Islamic intellectual history in West Africa focusing on issues in Sufism, theology, renewal, and authority. Yaseen is a co-host for the New Books in Islamic Studies podcast. He can be reached by email at: christian.andrewsen@pmb.ox.ac.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

In Episode 584 of the Bible as Literature Podcast, Fr. Marc Boulos explores Luke 9:10 through the Semitic root ס־פ־ר / س־ف־ر (samek-fe-reš / sīn-fāʾ-rāʾ), uncovering a rich biblical ecology of sending, hearing, obeying, recounting, and carrying the word of God.Beginning with a sharp critique of Greek epistemology and the modern assumption that knowledge originates in the human mind, Fr. Marc argues that Scripture presents a radically different orientation. The fool who says "there is no God" is not merely the unbeliever, but the one who enthrones himself in the seat of judgment, making human reason the source of truth. In contrast, the biblical witness portrays humanity not as the author of knowledge but as its recipient, addressed and commanded by God.Tracing the root ס־פ־ר across the Hebrew Bible, the New Testament, and the Qurʾan, Fr. Marc shows how the apostles' "report" in Luke 9:10 is far more than a missionary debrief. Their recounting belongs to the same scriptural pattern found in Abraham's slave, Moses, Ezekiel, Joseph, and the prophets: the slave is sent, encounters God's action, and returns to recount what God has done. The true witness does not testify to his own experience but hands on the command and deed of the Lord.Along the way, Fr. Marc explores the connections between journey (safar), scroll (sefer), scribe (sofer), unveiling, dreams, hearing and obedience (ש־מ־ע / س־م־ع), and the contrast between faithful slaves who carry God's word and false prophets who recount only the dreams of their own hearts. The episode culminates in a powerful reading of Luke 9:10 in which the apostles appear not as religious entrepreneurs reporting their accomplishments, but as slaves who have been found, sent, instructed, and returned to hand back the word they received. The question is not what a person knows, but which way he is turned. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Fundamental to Islamic thought is the idea that there is a way that human beings simply are, by nature or creation. This concept is called fiṭra. In The Politics of Islamic Ethics: Hierarchy and Human Nature in the Philosophical Tradition (Cambridge UP, 2025), rooting her investigation in two central passages in the Qur'an and hadith literature, where it is asserted that God created human beings in a certain way, the author moves beyond discussion of the usual figures who have commented on those texts to look instead at a group of classical Islamic philosophers rarely discussed in conjunction with ethical matters. Tracing the development of fiṭra through this overlooked strand of medieval thinking, von Doetinchem de Rande uses fiṭra as an entrée to wider topics in Islamic ethics. She shows that the notion of fiṭra articulated by al-Fārābī, Ibn Bājja, Ibn Ṭufayl, and Ibn Rushd highlights important issues about organizational hierarchies of human nature. This, she argues, has major implications for contemporary political and legal debates. Raissa von Doetinchem de Rande is Assistant Professor of Religious Ethics and Islamic Studies at the University of Chicago. Host Yaseen Christian Andrewsen is a DPhil candidate at the University of Oxford, specialising in Islamic intellectual history in West Africa focusing on issues in Sufism, theology, renewal, and authority. Yaseen is a co-host for the New Books in Islamic Studies podcast. He can be reached by email at: christian.andrewsen@pmb.ox.ac.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/islamic-studies

Fundamental to Islamic thought is the idea that there is a way that human beings simply are, by nature or creation. This concept is called fiṭra. In The Politics of Islamic Ethics: Hierarchy and Human Nature in the Philosophical Tradition (Cambridge UP, 2025), rooting her investigation in two central passages in the Qur'an and hadith literature, where it is asserted that God created human beings in a certain way, the author moves beyond discussion of the usual figures who have commented on those texts to look instead at a group of classical Islamic philosophers rarely discussed in conjunction with ethical matters. Tracing the development of fiṭra through this overlooked strand of medieval thinking, von Doetinchem de Rande uses fiṭra as an entrée to wider topics in Islamic ethics. She shows that the notion of fiṭra articulated by al-Fārābī, Ibn Bājja, Ibn Ṭufayl, and Ibn Rushd highlights important issues about organizational hierarchies of human nature. This, she argues, has major implications for contemporary political and legal debates. Raissa von Doetinchem de Rande is Assistant Professor of Religious Ethics and Islamic Studies at the University of Chicago. Host Yaseen Christian Andrewsen is a DPhil candidate at the University of Oxford, specialising in Islamic intellectual history in West Africa focusing on issues in Sufism, theology, renewal, and authority. Yaseen is a co-host for the New Books in Islamic Studies podcast. He can be reached by email at: christian.andrewsen@pmb.ox.ac.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/critical-theory

In this profound episode of School of Divine Mysteries, the Mahdi Aba Al-Sadiq explores the hidden spiritual realities behind prophecy, testing, and human destiny, joined in conversation by his disciple Tiffany. This episode delves into the forgotten covenant of the souls, the world before creation, and why this physical life is not a first test—but a reenactment of an ancient one. Through deep Qur'anic insights, prophetic narrations, and esoteric knowledge, the discussion uncovers how inner belief and disbelief manifest across lifetimes, why divine tests repeat, and how free will, destiny, and spiritual purification truly work. The conversation also examines envy as the root of spiritual downfall, the unseen burden of divine authority, and why even prophets and messengers were tested with humility and self-knowledge. Using powerful symbolism, timeless myths, and sacred history, this episode challenges common assumptions about righteousness, leadership, and what it truly means to be chosen by God. Viewers are invited to reflect on envy, obedience, reincarnation, the Rajʿah (Return), and the mercy embedded in divine justice—making this episode essential viewing for anyone seeking deeper understanding of Islamic mysticism, the Ahlul Bayt, and the spiritual mission of the Mahdi in our time.

Fundamental to Islamic thought is the idea that there is a way that human beings simply are, by nature or creation. This concept is called fiṭra. In The Politics of Islamic Ethics: Hierarchy and Human Nature in the Philosophical Tradition (Cambridge UP, 2025), rooting her investigation in two central passages in the Qur'an and hadith literature, where it is asserted that God created human beings in a certain way, the author moves beyond discussion of the usual figures who have commented on those texts to look instead at a group of classical Islamic philosophers rarely discussed in conjunction with ethical matters. Tracing the development of fiṭra through this overlooked strand of medieval thinking, von Doetinchem de Rande uses fiṭra as an entrée to wider topics in Islamic ethics. She shows that the notion of fiṭra articulated by al-Fārābī, Ibn Bājja, Ibn Ṭufayl, and Ibn Rushd highlights important issues about organizational hierarchies of human nature. This, she argues, has major implications for contemporary political and legal debates. Raissa von Doetinchem de Rande is Assistant Professor of Religious Ethics and Islamic Studies at the University of Chicago. Host Yaseen Christian Andrewsen is a DPhil candidate at the University of Oxford, specialising in Islamic intellectual history in West Africa focusing on issues in Sufism, theology, renewal, and authority. Yaseen is a co-host for the New Books in Islamic Studies podcast. He can be reached by email at: christian.andrewsen@pmb.ox.ac.uk

What if the thing you're trying hardest to hide is already completely known to Allah?In this episode of Quran Conversations, Dalia Mogahed is joined by Imam Muhammad Magid to reflect on verses 110–111 of Surah TaHa.These verses shift our attention to two profound realities: Allah's infinite knowledge and humanity's complete humility before Him on the Day of Judgment. Allah knows what came before us, what lies ahead of us, and everything in between—while our own knowledge remains limited and incomplete.Together, Dalia and Imam Magid explore what it means to be truly known by Allah, the power of naming and understanding our experiences, and why the Day of Judgment is ultimately a day of complete exposure, accountability, and justice.In this episode, you will learn:

Shaykh Abdur-Rahman (hafizahullah) begins by mentioning the Qur'anic verse in which Allah describes the servants upon whom He sends His peace and mercy. In this verse from Surat al-Baqarah, Allah explains that when calamity befalls them, they say: “Indeed, to Allah we belong, and to Him is our return.” He then explains that the seeker should recognise the nature of this worldly life: it is inevitable that one will experience hardship and trial. Believers, in particular, will be tested in their wealth, health, and lives. He further advises that remembering death and reflecting upon the rewards and blessings Allah has prepared for the believers in the Hereafter helps cultivate patience and steadfastness in times of loss and calamity. As a result, even amid worldly hardship, the seeker's heart can remain tranquil and at peace.

In this talk, the sālik — the spiritual seeker — is reminded of the importance of remaining consistent in their dhikr regimen. Shaykh Abdur-Rahman explains that the one who abandons dhikr is like a person who neglects their cultivated field. Just as a field requires continual care in order to flourish and bear fruit, the seeker must likewise strive in remembrance if they desire a sound heart constantly occupied with the remembrance of their Lord. For some servants, Allah opens for them the doors of Paradise in this world, and this occurs when their hearts find joy and sweetness in His remembrance — through recitation of the Qur'an, murāqabah, and other acts of devotion. The delight they experience is so profound that one of the righteous is reported to have said: “If kings knew the happiness and joy we experience in our hearts, they would fight us for it with their swords.”

Tafsir Ibn Kathir describes Surah An-Naml (The Ant, Qur'an 27) as a chapter that emphasizes Allah's wisdom, power, and guidance through the stories of prophets such as Musa (Moses), Sulayman (Solomon), and Salih. A central focus is the story of Prophet Sulayman understanding the speech of the ant and his interactions with the Queen of Sheba, showing gratitude, justice, and submission to Allah. The surah also warns against arrogance and disbelief while encouraging reflection on the signs of creation and the truth of the Hereafter. This video series is a curated collection of reflections and summaries drawn from the 30 Days with the Qur'an series, where each Juz was explored over the month of Ramadan. While not a full tafsir, these concise and heartfelt talks aim to highlight key themes and insights from each Surah to inspire a deeper connection with the Qur'an. In this series, we've taken those reflections and focused them surah by surah, offering a dedicated video for each chapter of the Qur'an. The goal is to spark curiosity, build motivation, and encourage further study of the Qur'an in a manageable, engaging format. Whether you're revisiting familiar Surahs or exploring new ones, these summaries are here to help you pause, reflect, and fall in love with the Qur'an all over again. Link to donate - https://www.whitethread.org/whitethread-centre/

Bismillah,Bacaan Al-Qur'an Calon Suami Belum Lancar(My Future Husband's Qur'an Recitation is Not Fluent Yet)ustadz Muhammad Nuzul Dzikri -Hafizhahumullah-Video Tanya Jawab dari Kajian Wanita No. 258“Ingatlah Allah -Ta'ala- Ketika Bersama Teman-Temanmu”

Link to book - https://www.whitethreadpress.com/products/the-art-of-cultivating-noble-character-pre-order This groundbreaking translation revives Imam Raghib al-Isfahani's seminal ethical treatise, integrating Qur'anic principles with philosophical depth. Isfahani's timeless exploration of moral virtue, the soul and spiritual refinement is characterized by his unique weaving of Qur'anic verses and prophetic traditions into ethical discourse. "You hold in your hands one of the most important books of the Islamic tradition. The proof of Islam, Abu Hamid al-Ghazali, memorised by heart Kitab al-Dhari'a. Anyone familiar with Imam Ghazali's works will recognise the immense influence this book had on him... We owe a great debt to Dr Yasien Mohamed for bringing this exceptional work into English... With excellent knowledge of Arabic and English, coupled with a serious background in ethics, he provides us with a translation that works well and conveys the contents of the Imam's works." Hamza Yusuf Zaytuna College, USA Link to donate - https://www.whitethread.org/whitethread-centre/

Send us Fan MailEpisode 109 of 'The Open Forum' where we react to a recent video by Muslim Lantern https://youtu.be/Mc-2HiePa94?si=pau26BxyaHp01dV7 titled 'This Trend NEEDS To Stop Now!' Guests will be invited on a first come first serve basis. Please note we can only have a maximum of 10 panelists (including efdawah panelists) at any one time.Link to join the panel: © 2026 EFDawah All Rights ReservedDonate to Ijaz's medical expenses: https://buymeacoffee.com/ijazthetriniWebsite : https://efdawah.com/https://www.patreon.com/EFDawahhttps://gofund.me/7cb27d17https://www.paypal.me/EFDawahhttps://www.facebook.com/efdawah/Timestamps:00:00 - Intro 01:05 - EF Dawah Panel join: Format of the Stream02:46 - Weather Talk03:55 - Approach for giving dawah today 11:41 - Exploring modern dawah vs entertainment17:11 - Clip Reaction: Issues with modern dawah22:26 - Reminder for Da'ees26:40 - Sam (Quranist) joins: shares his beliefs27:25 - Problems with the belief of rejecting hadith 32:23 - Dismantling the beliefs of hadith rejectors37:19 - Refutation of the arguments of Sam42:28 - Debate on the Qur'an being the word of God 46:50 - Discourse on hadith being divine revelation 59:25 - Br.Trucker joins: Divine revelation of Qur'an1:02:29 - Debunking the arguments of Quranists1:12:47 - Importance of following the Sunnah 1:17:46 - Issue of Quranists' partly following sunnah1:38:52 - Significance of following the Prophet ﷺ 1:45:50 - Against (Muslim) joins1:47:57 - Discussing the purpose of creation in Islam1:55:25 - Understanding free will in creation in Islam2:01:59 - Humble (Quranist) joins2:02:35 - Debate on following the Qur'an & Sunnah2:13:07 - Meaning of being a Sunni Muslim2:16:57 - Insights about the history of the hadith2:22:52 - Clearing the misconceptions about hadith2:30:07 - Comparing the Hadith vs the Gospels2:37:38 - Exploring Hadith's Compilation & Validity2:51:21 - Discussion on Consolidation of the Hadith3:02:20 - Rebuttal of the Arguments of the Quranists3:14:19 - Meaning of "Obey the Messenger" in Qur'an3:23:55 - Dismantling the false claims of Quranists3:36:55 - Closing Remarks & Wrapping UpSupport the show

Send us Fan MailEpisode 108 of 'The Open Forum' where Religious or Non-Religious are invited to join the discussion. Guests will be invited on a first come first serve basis. Please note we can only have a maximum of 10 panelists (including efdawah panelists) at any one time.Link to join the panel: TEARS OF GAZA Donation Link: https://givebrite.com/gazacrisis© 2026 EFDawah All Rights ReservedDonate to Ijaz's medical expenses: https://buymeacoffee.com/ijazthetriniWebsite : https://efdawah.com/https://www.patreon.com/EFDawahhttps://gofund.me/7cb27d17https://www.paypal.me/EFDawahhttps://www.facebook.com/efdawah/Timestamps:00:00 - Intro01:05 - EF Dawah Panel join: Format of the Stream02:50 - Evaluation of the Modern Dawah Scene 05:21 - Advice about giving Dawah08:55 - Reminder to Muslims about Intention12:45 - Dealing with Islamophobes vs Non-Muslims 19:13 - Message to Muslims about Dawah 22:55 - Nonoah (Theist) joins: shares his beliefs24:12 - Obstacles to fully accepting Islam27:38 - Exploring the Unreliability of the Bible38:08 - Examining the beliefs of Nonoah46:40 - Inconsistencies in Nonoah's beliefs52:33 - Uplift (Ex-Muslim) joins: shares his views54:16 - Advice for dealing with faith struggles59:10 - Recognising the Signs of Allah ﷻ 1:02:26 - Understanding the Prophet's character1:05:48 - Importance of Gratitude in Islam1:08:32 - The Prophet's character: free will or destiny 1:16:02 - Free Will vs Predestination in Islam1:18:47 - Kaum (Muslim) joins1:20:46 - Responding to Christian Apologetics 1:22:36 - Refuting claims about the end of times 1:27:16 - Issues with the claims of Islamophobes1:29:12 - Exposing the Hypocrisy of Christians1:34:04 - Age of Marriage in the Abrahamic religions1:39:38 - Problems with the Far Right movements1:46:24 - Uncovering the Corruption in the UK1:49:47 - Insights into the Unreliability of the Bible2:00:10 - Analysing the Bible's errors & corruption2:07:08 - Inconsistencies in Christian theology2:08:52 - Message to Christians2:15:38 - Praying after taking ADHD medication 2:22:36 - Roy (Christian) joins2:23:01 - Arguments for the Bible's reliability 2:26:03 - Debunking Roy's arguments for the Bible 2:35:40 - Debate on the authenticity of the Bible2:54:27 - Who was Jesus pbuh sent for?3:03:11 - 1000 H (Christian) joins3:04:26 - Claim about the Qur'an's preservation3:06:35 - Establishing the Qur'an's preservation3:10:52 - Mechanism of the Qur'an's preservation3:14:56 - Dawah to 1000 H: The Message of Islam3:22:17 - Refutation of the claim of Jesus' divinity3:25:15 - Message to the Viewers3:31:27 - Closing Remarks & Wrapping UpSupport the show

What happens when every illusion of power disappears?In this episode of Quran Conversations, Dalia Mogahed is joined by her teacher, Imam Muhammad Magid, for a reflection on verses 108–109 of Surah TaHa.These verses continue the Qur'an's powerful depiction of the Day of Judgment—a day when every human being who has ever lived will stand before Allah. No one will be able to ignore the summons. No one will be able to resist, delay, negotiate, or escape.As the Qur'an describes humanity following the caller without deviation, Dalia and Imam Magid explore what it means to live in a world where we often ignore Allah's call, yet are heading toward a day when responding will no longer be optional. They reflect on the complete silence of that gathering, the collapse of worldly status, and the profound significance of Allah describing Himself as Ar-Rahman in a scene of overwhelming judgment and power.In this episode, you will learn:

Friday Juma KhutbaJune 5th, 2026- Eid al-Ghadir celebrates the completion and perfection of Islam, as reflected in Qur'an 5:3, and affirms the continued relevance of Islam through the institution of ijtihad.- The khutbah honored the late Grand Ayatullah Shaykh Ishaq Fayyaz, who passed away in Najaf at the age of 96.- Najaf's senior maraji' represented diverse backgrounds: Ayatullah Sayyid Saeed al-Hakim (Iraqi), Ayatullah Sayyid Ali al-Sistani (Iranian), Shaykh Ishaq Fayyaz (Afghani), and Ayatullah Shaykh Bashir Najafi (Pakistani).- These scholars were leading students of Ayatullah Abu al-Qasim al-Khoei and contributed significantly to Shi'a scholarship.- Despite independent legal opinions, the senior maraji' remained united on major socio-political issues affecting Iraq.- During the ISIS crisis, Ayatullah Sistani's call to defend Iraq was collectively supported by the other maraji', demonstrating unity of leadership.- Ayatullah al-Hakim emphasized that Ayatullah Sistani's statement alone was sufficient because he represented their collective voice.- In his condolence message, Ayatullah Sistani described Ayatullah Fayyaz as "a chosen brother."- A personal meeting with Ayatullah Fayyaz highlighted his encouragement for Muslims to participate actively in political systems.- He argued that Muslims should engage at all levels of government rather than limiting themselves to advisory roles.- Ayatullah Fayyaz cited the influence of the Jewish community in the United States as an example of how political participation can amplify a community's voice.- The speaker stressed that political involvement in Canada helps Muslims reduce challenges facing both the present and future generations.- Canadian Muslim advocacy succeeded in bringing attention to Islamophobia, leading to the appointment of Amira Elghawaby under the previous government.- Concerns were raised about Mark Carney replacing the Islamophobia office with a broader advisory council and the symbolism surrounding its launch and leadership.- Recent research from York University's Islamophobia Research Hub indicates continuing discrimination, marginalization, and workplace inequality experienced by Muslims in Canada.Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Auto-generated transcript: Bismillāh ar-Raḥmān ar-Raḥīm. Al-ḥamdu lillāhi Rabbil-‘Ālamīn, wa salātu wa salāmu ‘alā ashrafil-‘ibād wal-mursalīn Muḥammadur-Rasūlallāh ﷺ. Tasliman kathīran kathīran. My brothers and sisters, Allāh subḥānahu wa ta’ālā mentioned the story of Mūsā alayhis-salām in 28 out of the 30 juz of the Qur’an, so it is everywhere but very beautifully and very concisely. Allāh… Continue reading Iyyaka Na’abudu

In the recently published No Compulsion in Religion—No Exceptions: Islamic Arguments for Religious Freedom, Cato senior fellow Mustafa Akyol collaborated with a team of international Muslim scholars to articulate a noncoercive vision of Islam. Among the issues addressed in the book are blasphemy laws that restrict free speech in dozens of countries—with Pakistan often regarded as home to some of the most troubling cases.Akyol will discuss the issue with two Pakistani scholars: Husnul Amin, author of the book's chapter on blasphemy, and Muhammad Khalid Masud, the book's academic adviser and a distinguished scholar of Islamic law and theology. The three will also explore how a reformist reading of the Qur'an and other Islamic sources can help build a case against blasphemy laws. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this insightful lecture, Dr. Mufti Abdur-Rahman Mangera highlights the vital responsibility of the Muslim community in supporting new Muslims after embracing Islam. Drawing upon verses from the Qur'an and teachings of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, the lecture emphasises compassion, brotherhood, education, and continuous guidance for converts as they navigate their new spiritual journey. The lecture also sheds light on the inspiring efforts of Nida Sri Lanka, an organisation dedicated to assisting and nurturing new Muslims through Islamic education, community support, counselling, and welfare initiatives across Sri Lanka. Through practical examples and powerful reminders, attendees are encouraged to play an active role in welcoming and supporting those entering Islam, ensuring they remain connected, confident, and spiritually grounded in their faith.

In this episode, Fr. Marc Boulos explores the profound connection between the Qurʾanic account of Adam as khalīfa (خليفة), Paul's teaching on κοινωνία (koinonia), the biblical function of stewardship, and Luke 9:7–9, where Herod is troubled by reports concerning Jesus.Why is Herod perplexed? Why does Scripture repeatedly shift attention away from the identity of the messenger and back toward the command of the One who sent him?Drawing on the Qurʾan, the Hebrew Bible, and the New Testament, Fr. Marc argues that the central conflict in Scripture is not ignorance but rebellion. Like Iblīs before Adam, Herod hears the command but refuses to bow. He seeks understanding through sight, observation, and human judgment, while Scripture consistently calls human beings to hear, obey, and cross.The episode also examines the fundamental conflict between the biblical framework and the Greek philosophical tradition. Plato teaches that man escapes the cave through contemplation and attains truth through a clearer vision of reality. Aristotle locates perfection in the Unmoved Mover, the highest principle understood through intellectual contemplation. In both cases, salvation is associated with sight, understanding, and ascent.Scripture presents the opposite movement. Abraham does not contemplate, he crosses. Israel does not speculate, it crosses the sea. Elijah does not discover truth within the cave, he leaves the cave under command. The prophets are not enlightened by self-reflection but confronted by the word of the Most High. The biblical problem is therefore not lack of knowledge but refusal to submit. The obstacle is not ignorance but rebellion.Herod's διαπορία (diaporia), his inability to find a way through, becomes the literary embodiment of this conflict. He seeks a passage through observation, evidence, and human reasoning, yet the only crossing available is obedience. Like Iblīs before Adam, he refuses to bow before a command that God has placed into the hands of another. Thus Luke's Gospel and the Qurʾanic account of Adam converge on the same question:Will you submit to the One who sent the messenger?The messenger may disappear. The steward may pass away. The shepherd may fall. But the command of the Most High continues to cross the Arabah. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Auto-generated transcript: Bismillahir-Rahmanir-Raheem. Alhamdulillahi Rabbil ‘Alameen. Wa salatu wa salamu ala ashrafil ummah wal mursaleen, Muhammadin Rasulullah ﷺ. Was-salamu alaykum wa rahmatullahi wa barakatuh. Wa ma ba’du, my brothers and sisters, Allah subhanahu wa ta’ala used two words in the Qur’an to describe the believers: Muslimeen and Mu’mineen. Corresponding with that, who is a Muslim?… Continue reading Convert Iman to Yaqeen

(0:00) Intro(1:15) Previous Friday Bayan Topic(1:40) Kya Qurbani entertainment ka tehwar hai?(2:38) Qurbani Hazrat Ibrahim (AS) ki yaad mein(3:03) Qurbani ke waqt dua, na ke shor sharaba(3:31) Eid ul Azha par hone wali kotahiyan(3:41) Janwaron par zulm(4:41) Hadith: Aag se jalane ka haqq sirf Allah ko hai(5:43) Duble oont ko dekh kar Nabi ﷺ ka farman(6:04) Extremism in animal rights(6:20) Bhooki piyasi billi ko takleef dene wali aurat ka anjam(6:45) Zulm ki saza: duniya aur aakhirat(7:46) Order ki ahmiyat aur Allah ke qawaneen(10:02) Allah ke ehsanaat ginne ki koshish(12:56) Lauh-e-Mahfooz(13:29) Aamaal nama likhne wale farishtay(13:53) Qur'an ke aasan alfaaz(14:29) Hafiz Ibn Hajar (RA) aur Fath ul Bari ki tehqeeq(15:05) Ghair mustanad writers se hoshiyar(17:38) Doosron ki tehreer apne naam se chhapna(17:53) Mufti sahab ki kitab aur plagiarism ka waqia(22:27) Tehqeeqi kaamon mein darkar waqt(22:40) Maulana Sarfaraz Khan Safdar (RA) ki tehqeeqi kitabein(23:07) Musalmanon ka tehqeeq mein urooj aur zawal(25:39) Allah ke ehsanaat ka hisab mumkin nahi(26:06) Paidaish se hi Allah ki ne'matein(27:17) Maa ki god aur bachay ka apnaiyat ka ehsas(28:45) AI-generated fake videos par tabsara(29:05) Maa ka doodh aur bachay ki behtareen ghiza(30:32) Maa ke doodh se bachay ka roohani taalluq(31:45) Bachay ke liye baap ki sarparasti ki ahmiyat(32:04) Khawateen ke comments ka jawab(34:02) Kamane wali biwi ke mutalliq sawal(34:39) Islam vs Western concept(35:45) Kamana aurat ki zimmedari nahi(36:06) Biwi ka maqam: ghar wali aur ahl-e-bait(36:50) Nature aur husband-wife duties(37:12) Liberal aunty ka sawal(38:22) Aurat ki zimmedariyan(38:44) Mardon ke liye mushaqqat wale kaam(40:49) Nabi ﷺ ka farman: Shohar ka maqam(41:15) Shohar ki demands biwi ke liye(44:17) Biwiyon ki demands shohar ke liye(46:00) Apni marzi ka Islam chahne wale(46:28) Allah ki ne'matein: doodh aur behen bhai(47:11) Family system ki barbadi(48:23) Kasrat-e-aulad aur khushgawar zindagi(49:18) Family planning propaganda ka jawab(50:35) Aulad rokne ki soch(51:47) Balanced diet reality(52:12) Sehatmandi ka raaz(52:45) Qurbani ke dinon mein janwar par zulm Allah ki nafarmani hai(53:44) Janwar zibah karne se pehle chhuri tez karna(54:05) Janwar ko nakail dalna(54:59) Sabaq aamoz waqia(56:08) Haram maghaz mein chhuri marne ki ghalati aur us se bachne ka tareeqa(1:00:27) Gosht mein khoon reh jaye to? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Mufti Abdur-Rahman Mangera explores the Islamic principles of unity, compassion, and collective responsibility in his talk on “Building Communities.” Drawing upon the Qur'an, Sunnah, and practical examples from the lives of the Prophets and the early Muslims, he highlights the importance of strengthening relationships, fostering mutual support, and creating environments rooted in faith, respect, and service. The talk also emphasizes Islam's universal message of mercy and the responsibility of Muslims to serve and support all of humanity, regardless of faith, background, or beliefs. Attendees are encouraged to become active contributors within their families, masjids, and wider society, embodying good character, kindness, and social responsibility as a means of building stronger, more compassionate communities for everyone.

Have you ever thought of someone and had them appear moments later? Or found something beautiful growing exactly where something painful once was? In today's episode I explore synchronicity through an Islamic and spiritual lens, the idea that nothing happens by accident, that our souls are part of an invisible network of connection, and that the moments we tend to brush off as coincidence might actually be something far more intentional. Drawing on a beautiful Sufi teaching about the soul as the real internet and the Qur'anic understanding that all of humanity is deeply, spiritually interconnected, I look at what these everyday signs are really pointing to. From a spontaneous visit that solved a car-washing problem, to a rose blooming  from a place of grief, today's episode is an invitation to slow down, pay attention and trust in divine arrangement. Whether you're Muslim, spiritual, or simply someone who has experienced one too many coincidences to keep dismissing them, this one is for you. With peace and love always, Amber xoxo  

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Surah al-Infitar opens with scenes so powerful that they force the heart to pause, the sky splitting apart, the stars scattering, the seas bursting forth, and the graves overturned. As the Surah unfolds, it shifts from the collapse of the universe to the reality of the human soul standing before Allah. In this Tafseer session, the Ayat are explored through classical explanations and Qur'anic connections, uncovering lessons about accountability, heedlessness, the recording of deeds, and the certainty of Yawm ad-Deen. Ustadh Muhammad Tim Humble also helps us to reflects on one of the Surah's most piercing questions: what has deceived mankind concerning their Lord? A reminder of how people become distracted from Allah, neglect His rights, and grow heedless despite His endless mercy and blessings. Sign up now to AMAU Academy: https://www.amauacademy.com/ AMAU Academy: https://www.amauacademy.com/ AMAU Junior: https://amaujunior.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amauofficial/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AMAU Telegram: https://t.me/amauofficial YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AMAUofficial Twitter: https://twitter.com/AMAUofficial iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/al-madrasatu-al-umariyyah/id1524526782 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/08NJC1pIA0maaF6aKqZL4N Get in Touch: https://amau.org/getintouch BarakAllahu feekum. #AMAU #quran #tafseer #juzamma #islamiclectures

(00:00) Trailer (02:32) Why Sahil Adeem enters difficult debates (04:44) Podcast culture and humiliation for views (06:42) Youth confusion, reels, luxury lifestyle and comparison (09:22) Why real direction comes from the Qur'an (10:00) Teaching children purpose from the Qur'an (11:51) The right age to build a child's worldview (12:30) Tafseer, questions and understanding the Qur'an (14:20) Why early childhood seeds matter (16:17) Technology, AI and social media addiction (17:02) Has social media destroyed the home system? (18:34) “It is not the children's addiction” (20:00) Mothers, gadgets and parenting responsibility (21:00) What about the father's role? (23:00) Women empowerment vs responsibility (28:09) What should parents do now? (30:03) Instagram comparison, beauty pressure and insecurity (35:47) The Pakistani male discussion begins (37:42) Mother's rights and father's role in Islam (40:15) Bad parenting and future rebellion (45:00) Serving parents: dunya vs akhirah (50:00) Wrong duas, wealth obsession and Qaroon (51:31) Why Sahil Adeem says podcasts get edited (55:00) What should a real podcast achieve? (56:00) Father as boundary, policy and responsibility (1:05:00) Counting favors in marriage (1:10:00) Narcissism, divorce and changing marriage rules (1:15:00) Qur'an recitation, Tajweed and reflection (1:17:00) Can women interview religious scholars? (1:20:16) Sufism, miracles and confusion in youth (1:25:00) Superstition as a mask of fear (1:30:00) Soft hearts, accountability and gender psychology (1:35:00) Astrology, predictions and social media fear (1:40:00) Prophecy, patterns and unseen knowledge (1:45:00) Jinn, amulets, mental illness and common sense (1:49:33) Closing thoughts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I don't really follow football but this past week there seemed to be a lot of it in the news. One of the most contentious stories has been that of Southampton who admitted to spying on their opponents training sessions. They've now lost their appeal against expulsion from the Championship play-offs, which they described as `manifestly disproportionate.' For many of the fans who are hurt it may seem like an unfair and collective punishment. But while the fallout has been enormous, the issue isn't really about the consequences for breaking a rule. Football survives mistakes, controversy and questionable refereeing decisions every week. What it can't survive is the erosion of trust. Once clubs begin believing covert spying and deception are acceptable routes to competitive advantage, the integrity of the sport itself starts to erode. Competition in all areas of life must still have moral boundaries because if winning becomes the only value left, then every other principle gradually becomes negotiable. Whether in football, politics business or our relationships, a culture obsessed purely with outcomes eventually loses the moral language needed to restrain itself. Success begins to justify deception and eventually people no longer even recognise dishonesty because it has become so normalised by success. But if restraint is important so is the principle of proportionality. The Qur'an says, ` we have made you a middle nation' a verse which inspired Muslim thinkers to regard balance and equilibrium as a spiritual act. A small wound shouldn't become a lifelong bitterness, a mistake shouldn't lead to total exile and justice should always be distinguishable from revenge. This isn't weakness, its God consciousness contained in the sacred words, `By justice, the heavens and the earth endure.' When so much of our culture encourages us towards extremes, cutting people off, letting disagreement turn to dehumanising, and destroying peoples reputations, the courage to remain fair even when you're hurting or angry is a difficult but necessary virtue. On losing their appeal Southampton issued a statement apologising to their fans and supporters stating that `trust now needs to be rebuilt' and that they were determined to act with humility and `put things right.” And in the end that is all any of us can hope to do whether in sport or in life in general. All of us carry a relationship we could mend, a trust we can uphold, and while its not always easy, perhaps one of the quietest forms of spiritual maturity is the ability to put something right before time makes the repair impossible.

Why do some hearts surrender to the truth while others resist it, even when they recognise it?In this episode of Quran Conversations, we are joined by Ustadh Fahd Yasin. Ustadh Fahd Yasin has been studying Quranic/Classical Arabic for the past decade. He has received ijazas (certifications) in Tajwid and grammar, and he is certified in Quranic Arabic linguistics. His current interests are in Quranic Analysis, Arabic Grammar, Rhetoric, Tazkiyah, and Tafsir. He has been a Quranic Arabic instructor at Fawakih Institute for the past 5 years. Ustadh Fahd Yasin is passionate about spreading Quranic linguistics to all of his students and everyone he meets! He wishes for everyone to experience the Light of the Quran and taste of the Quran's Secrets, Nuances, and Linguistic Subtleties.Dalia Mogahed and Ustadh Fahd Yasin reflect on Surah TaHa, ayah 105, exploring the destruction of the mountains on the Day of Judgment and the deeper meanings hidden within the Qur'an's precise language.What begins as a linguistic discussion unfolds into something far more personal: a reflection on certainty, ego, accountability, and the condition of the human heart. Why did the Qur'an choose mountains as its symbol? Why did the Quraysh feel so threatened by the Qur'an? And what separates the people who surrender to truth from those who fight against it?This episode explores how the Qur'an challenges the very things we rely on for stability and security, reminding us that even the mountains will one day disappear like dust.In this episode, you will learn:

Quran Chapter 26, Ash-Shu'ara (“The Poets”), emphasizes the message of divine guidance and the repeated rejection of prophets by their people. The surah recounts the stories of prophets such as Moses, Abraham, Noah, Hud, Salih, Lot, and Shu'ayb, highlighting themes of faith, perseverance, and the consequences of denying truth. It concludes by affirming the authenticity of the Quran and distinguishing true divine revelation from the words of misguided poets. This video series is a curated collection of reflections and summaries drawn from the 30 Days with the Qur'an series, where each Juz was explored over the month of Ramadan. While not a full tafsir, these concise and heartfelt talks aim to highlight key themes and insights from each Surah to inspire a deeper connection with the Qur'an. In this series, we've taken those reflections and focused them surah by surah, offering a dedicated video for each chapter of the Qur'an. The goal is to spark curiosity, build motivation, and encourage further study of the Qur'an in a manageable, engaging format. Whether you're revisiting familiar Surahs or exploring new ones, these summaries are here to help you pause, reflect, and fall in love with the Qur'an all over again. Link to donate - https://www.whitethread.org/whitethread-centre/

If you've ever struggled with impatience, yelling, mom guilt, or feeling disconnected from the kind of mother you truly want to be — this video is for you.✨ In this episode, Sana talks about:• The prophetic meaning of Rahmah in parenting• Why mercy is NOT weak parenting• The connection between rahmah, fitrah, and motherhood• Why emotional healing matters in tarbiyah• How to build deeper connection with your childrenWhether you are homeschooling, navigating toddler meltdowns, or striving to parent with more patience and intention — welcome to this space for intentional Muslim motherhood.⟡ CONNECT WITH ME ⟡Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tarbiyahbysana/Website: www.toddlertarbiyah.comYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@tarbiyahbysana/featured⟡ ABOUT THIS CHANNEL ⟡Helping Muslim moms raise righteous children through:• Islamic parenting• Homeschooling• Emotional regulation & self development• Intentional motherhood rooted in the Qur'an & Sunnah#MuslimParenting #IslamicParenting #MuslimMoms #Tarbiyah #GentleParenting #Homeschooling #Motherhood

(0:00) Intro(0:02) Important announcement about Waqf Qurbani(2:54) Islam par chalna kyun zaruri hai?(3:29) Cheez ko uski ulat se samajhna(4:57) Kufr kise kehte hain?(5:41) Shari'a laws vs duniya ke qanoon(6:03) Chori vs kufr(7:35) Badkari vs kufr(9:33) Ahl-e-Kitab se nikah vs kufr(11:08) Anbiya ki biwiyan badkar nahi ho sakti(12:09) Nasab mein daagh aurat se paida hota hai(13:02) Shohar ka zina vs biwi ka zina(14:32) Aurat ka zina zyada bara jurm kyun?(15:58) AI vs experts(16:12) Qur'an mein har jagah mard ka zikr pehle(17:54) Canada mein aik shakhs ka bayan: “Bahu kaam karne ki machine?”(18:45) Naam nihaad liberals ke rishtay(19:19) Individualism(20:03) Canada mein “chhamak chhalo” ke husband ki death ka waqia(21:34) Aaj ke scholars(21:58) Ilm ki quantity(22:32) Ilm ki quality(23:24) Gaon ki aurat(23:52) Modern aurat(24:33) Muashray ka rona(25:02) Kufr aur Islami sazain(25:51) Qur'an mein mard ka zikr pehle(26:47) “Biwi shohar ka libas hai” — aayat ka matlab(28:18) Karachi ke logon ki sehat(29:17) Libas ka maqsad(30:05) Unmarried logon ke scandals ki wajah(31:33) Male aur female sexual desires mein farq(32:58) Libas mein aurat ka zikr pehle karne ki wajah(33:29) Hazrat Umar (RA) ka qoul apni biwi ke bare mein(34:15) Allama Ibn-e-Qayyim (RA) ka qoul aise taqwa par(35:56) Malaysia(36:15) Pakistan(37:05) Mufti sahab ke world tour experiences(37:48) Pakistani government aur Sindh ka exam system(38:36) Aise sufiyon ka taqwa jab toota(40:35) Mard ko 4 shadiyon ki ijazat ki wajah(40:57) Islam vs liberalism(41:28) Male aur female mein farq(41:55) Mushaqqat wale kaam — mard ki zimmedari(42:59) Bachon ki paidaish ka amal — aurat ki zimmedari (Japan ka naya qanoon)(44:20) Border par larrna — mard ki zimmedari(45:51) Aulad — aurat ke liye Allah ka tohfa(46:27) Women's real rights vs feminism reality(48:00) Nikah ko aasan banane wale liberals(51:06) Qur'an mein zina ke jurm mein aurat ka zikr pehle kyun?(52:02) Zina ki saza vs zina ka jurm(53:28) Badkar biwi vs kafir biwi(54:02) Pardadar biwi(54:15) Bahir mulkon mein husband-wife trust khatam hone ki wajah(56:42) Musalman biwi vs ghair Muslim biwi(59:38) Family system tabah hone ki wajah: modernity(1:01:00) Bachpan mein nikah vs pachpan mein(1:01:48) Islam vs kufr(1:02:42) Zakaat vs sood(1:03:33) Zina vs nikah(1:03:54) Insan ke liye Allah ki ghulami ka hukm vs assembly laws(1:05:17) Eid ul Azha par janwar ki qurbani par liberals ke aitraazat(1:05:59) 1998 ka charsii(1:06:30) Qurbani ke gosht par aitraazat(1:07:05) Sahaba (RA) ka sawal: “Qurbani kya hai?” — Nabi ﷺ ka jawab(1:08:42) “Kyun?” ka jawab(1:09:15) Modernism vs hamare bazurgon ki sehat(1:10:41) Beti ki shadi ki ideal age(1:11:13) Masla: larrki ke liye baap ki wilayat saqit?(1:11:40) Mufti sahab ke bete ki 18 saal ki age mein shadi(1:12:24) Nikah se rizq mein barkat(1:13:21) Hazrat Ibrahim (AS) ka surrender vs shaitan ka surrender na karna(1:14:30) Janwar zibah karne par ye 2 log zyada aitraaz karte hain(1:15:11) Maa ki muhabbat(1:16:10) Eid ul Azha par Allah ki taraf se gosht ki ziyafat(1:17:20) Eid ul Azha par Nabi ﷺ ka pehla khana gosht tha(1:17:42) Eid ul Azha par “decent” banne walon ke liye paigham(1:18:08) Aameen(1:18:10) Waqf Qurbani by MTM Foundation(1:20:01) “Munajat-e-Sabri” kitab parhna kaisa hai?(1:22:53) Madrasa ke tulaba o talibat ka parhai ke dauran nikah aur rukhsati(1:28:53) Khawateen ka Tablighi Jamaat mein nikalna kaisa hai?(1:33:16) “Tibb-e-Nabvi se ilaj” bayan par aitraaz ka jawab(1:40:52) Gosht, charbi aur doodh ki fazilat(1:45:37) Aaj ke bachay khalis doodh aur desi ghee se allergic(1:46:54) Quetta ke Pathan aur Afghani bachay vs burger bachay(1:49:29) Mufti sahab ne 15 saal ki age ke baad gosht khana shuru kiya(1:50:17) Tajurbakaar hakeem?(1:51:20) Barelvi ulama(1:55:27) Mufti sahab ke liye Sindhi ajrak aur topi ka gift(1:56:45) Aurat ki kamai aur financial independence ka Shari'a law(1:59:35) Chhota bhai fohash films dekhta ho? (Shohar ke aib chhupane ka hukm)(2:05:59) Qiston par karobar ka asool Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.grounded.dayWhere we left offLast week we paused at ayah 25, in the middle of a sustained portrait of al-Walīd ibn al-Mughīra — the father of Sayyidunā Khālid ibn al-Walīd, and one of the leading poets of Quraysh.For all his hostility, al-Walīd could not stay away from the Qur'an. In the dark of the night he would slip out of his house and stand quietly outside the…

In this episode of The Bible as Literature, Fr. Marc Boulos delivers a powerful Mother's Day homily and biblical reflection on the meaning of Baal, husbandry, empire, and the anti-imperial function of scripture. Beginning with the Semitic root ב־ע־ל / ب־ع־ل (b-ʿ-l), Fr. Marc explains how the biblical attack is not against the husband or father, but against the corruption of husbandry into domination, ownership, kingship, and institutional power, what he calls “Baalism.”Drawing on examples from Roman slavery, Baalbek, St. George, Ezekiel, Luke 9, Isaiah, Nahum, and the Qur'an, this episode explores how scripture dismantles empire and restores humanity to its proper place as caretaker of the land rather than master over it. Fr. Marc argues that the earth functions as mother, not as a goddess, and that Elohim alone is Father, King, and Lord.The second half of the episode turns to Luke 9:6 and the Greek verbs διέρχομαι, εὐαγγελίζω, and θεραπεύω, showing how the apostles do not possess healing as power, but cross through the land as slaves bearing witness to the coming judgment and kingdom of God. Through Hebrew and Arabic lexical correspondences, Fr. Marc demonstrates how biblical language functions not as abstract philosophy, but as enacted decree.This episode challenges modern assumptions about power, property, fatherhood, rights, religion, and institutional life, while presenting scripture as an ancient anti-imperial witness against tyranny and domination.Luke 9:6Εξερχόμενοι διήρχοντο κατὰ τὰς κώμας εὐαγγελιζόμενοι καὶ θεραπεύοντες πανταχοῦ“Departing, they began going throughout the villages, preaching the gospel and serving everywhere.” ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

In this deeply reflective and transformative talk, Dr. Mufti Abdur-Rahman ibn Yusuf Mangera explores the inner dimensions of Hajj beyond its outward rites and rituals. The Unseen Hajj: The Spiritual Journey Beyond the Rituals invites listeners to uncover the hidden meanings, spiritual lessons, and profound states of the heart embedded within every step of the sacred pilgrimage. Drawing upon Qur'anic insights, Prophetic teachings, and centuries of Islamic scholarship, the talk examines how Hajj is not merely a physical journey to Makkah, but a journey of the soul toward sincerity, surrender, humility, and nearness to Allah. From the symbolism of Ihram and Tawaf to the sacrifice of Mina and the standing at Arafah, each ritual becomes a mirror reflecting the believer's inner condition and spiritual aspirations. This inspiring presentation challenges attendees to move beyond performing rituals mechanically and instead experience Hajj as a life-changing process of purification, self-discovery, and renewal. Whether preparing for pilgrimage, reflecting on a past Hajj, or seeking spiritual growth in everyday life, listeners will gain timeless insights into how the essence of Hajj can continue long after the journey ends. Link to donate - https://www.whitethread.org/whitethread-centre/ Whatsapp Channel: https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaDV1iu5a249gftHif0D

What happens when everything you ignored becomes impossible to deny?In this episode of Quran Conversations, Dalia Mogahed is joined by Talha Ghannam. Talha is a Mathematics and Economics graduate, Islamic scholar, entrepreneur and community activist. He studied under leading scholars in the UK, Syria and Egypt, completed a seven-year Alimiyah course, and now focuses on purification of the heart and the Quran. Known for his Quranic reflection and tafsir content, his videos have reached millions, helping people connect deeply with the Quran. He is the founder of Quran Club, which has surpassed 500,000 downloads, co-founder of ClassTutor, supporting over 2,000 students with 150+ teachers, and co-founder of the Centre for Islam and Medicine, exploring contemporary bioethics through Islamic tradition.In this episode, Dalia and Talha reflect on verses 102–104 of Surah TaHa. A vivid, unsettling glimpse into the Day of Judgment.These verses don't just describe an event. They immerse you in it. Through sound, imagery, and subtle language, the Qur'an pulls you into a moment where control disappears, illusions collapse, and reality is fully exposed.This is not a distant scene. It is a mirror of what we are becoming.In this episode, you will learn:

Link to book - https://www.whitethreadpress.com/products/the-art-of-cultivating-noble-character-pre-order This groundbreaking translation revives Imam Raghib al-Isfahani's seminal ethical treatise, integrating Qur'anic principles with philosophical depth. Isfahani's timeless exploration of moral virtue, the soul and spiritual refinement is characterized by his unique weaving of Qur'anic verses and prophetic traditions into ethical discourse. "You hold in your hands one of the most important books of the Islamic tradition. The proof of Islam, Abu Hamid al-Ghazali, memorised by heart Kitab al-Dhari'a. Anyone familiar with Imam Ghazali's works will recognise the immense influence this book had on him... We owe a great debt to Dr Yasien Mohamed for bringing this exceptional work into English... With excellent knowledge of Arabic and English, coupled with a serious background in ethics, he provides us with a translation that works well and conveys the contents of the Imam's works." Hamza Yusuf Zaytuna College, USA Link to donate - https://www.whitethread.org/whitethread-centre/ Whatsapp Channel: https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaDV1iu5a249gftHif0D

There are Names of Allah that don't just inform you… They dismantle everything you thought you understood about existence. This episode centres on two of the greatest: Al-Hayy and Al-Qayyoom - names many scholars held to be from the greatest names of Allah, 'Azza wa Jalla. Everything you see is marked by a beginning, a deficiency, an end, or weakness. But what of the One whose life was never preceded nor is His life touched by death, sleep, or any deficiency? The One who needs nothing… yet everything is sustained by Him. These names don't just describe Allah - they establish why He alone is worthy of worship, reliance, and Du'aa. And hidden within them is a powerful reality… one that transforms how distress, hardship, and need are answered. The question is - are you willing to truly understand them and find in your life a sudden burst of Tawakkul like never before?  00:00 - Precap & Introduction 01:35 - Occurrences of "Al-Hayy" & "Al-Qayyoom" in the Qur'an 03:20 - Al-Hayy 06:53 - Why All of Allah's Attributes Return to "Al-Hayy" 08:57 - Different Things People Worship and Their Reality 12:35 - Al-Qayyoom 19:02 - The Vast Meanings of "Al-Hayy Al-Qayyoom" 20:35 - Is "Al-Hayy Al-Qayyoom" Allah's Greatest Name? 22:32 - Seeking Relief Through "Ya Hayy Ya Qayyoom" 25:35 - Only the Perfectly Living Can Perfectly Sustain 27:29 - Allah Does Only What Befits His Majesty 30:46 - Evidence for "Ya Hayy Ya Qayyoom" in Du'aa 31:43 - The Distinction Between Names and Attributes in Du'aa 33:22 - Submission and Lowliness Before "Al-Hayy Al-Qayyoom" 34:28 - Acting Upon the Meanings of "Al-Hayy Al-Qayyoom" 40:16 - The Meaning of "وَبِكَ خَاصَمْتُ"  Sign up now to AMAU Academy: https://www.amauacademy.com/ AMAU Academy: https://www.amauacademy.com/ AMAU Junior: https://amaujunior.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amauofficial/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AMAU Telegram: https://t.me/amauofficial YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AMAUofficial Twitter: https://twitter.com/AMAUofficial iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/al-madrasatu-al-umariyyah/id1524526782 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/08NJC1pIA0maaF6aKqZL4N Get in Touch: https://amau.org/getintouch BarakAllahu feekum. #AMAU #Allah #namesofallah #islamicknowledge #seekingknowledge

For the final ( for now ) episode in this hidden beings series, we're entering one of the strangest, most serious, and most misunderstood parts of the Islamic unseen: the djinn.Not just genies or horror-movie demons. Definitely not just folklore.In Islam, the djinn are hidden beings created from smokeless fire.They hear revelation. They believe and disbelieve. They are morally accountable. They appear in the Qur'an, in hadith, in family stories, in dreams, in fear, in thresholds, and sometimes in the strange feeling that the room is not as empty as it looks.This episode explores the djinn through Islamic tradition, Qur'anic cosmology, the qareen, pre-Islamic Arabian poetry, Pakistani and South Asian folklore, possession narratives, sleep paralysis, mental health, and the wider Idiot Mystic hidden beings series.Mothman was modern high strangeness.Fairies were the hidden people.Daimons were the strange inner companions.Shedim and demons brought us into Jewish and Christian spirit worlds.And now, the djinn bring us into the Islamic unseen.The question at the center of this episode is simple:What does it mean to live in a world where unseen intelligence is not an exception, but part of the structure of reality?Welcome to Idiot Mystic.Join the Idiot Mystic Discord:https://discord.gg/dXKjhZrZmMFollow Idiot Mystic:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/idiotmysticTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@idiotmysticYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@idiotmysticWebsite: https://idiotmystic.comListen on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/idiotmystic

Samiha Rahman's Black Muslim Freedom Dreams: Islamic Education, Pan-Africanism, and Collective Care (New York University Press, 2026) follows three generations of Black American Muslims as they pursue education through the Tijani Sufi order in Medina Baye, Senegal, outside the anti-Black and anti-Muslim racism of the United States. This deeply rich ethnographic book captures the transatlantic flows of Black American religious life through the prism of Black mothers and othermothers (as conceptualized by Patricia Hill Collins “motherwork”) and the young people whose lives are transformed through the process. By focusing on the Islamic education offered by the Tijani Order, such as Qur'an education, we learn about the intricate networks of kin that step in to support the young Black Muslims who have migrated for schooling, highlighting the tangible realities of collective care and service that circulates within the Tijani Order. These registers of care and service are informed by Shaykh Ibrahim Niasse, the Senegalese Islamic scholar, Sufi Shaykh, and pan-Africanist, whose teachings define these networks of education, organizing, and care work. The book then offers critical insights into the flow of one particular Sufi community between the United States and Senegal, and how dreams of better futures for Black Muslim youth and the liberatory goals of Pan-Africanism intersect to co-constitute a significant economy of collective care, Sufi service, and Islamic piety. This book will be of interest to anyone who works on education, Sufism, Black and African Islam and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/african-american-studies

Samiha Rahman's Black Muslim Freedom Dreams: Islamic Education, Pan-Africanism, and Collective Care (New York University Press, 2026) follows three generations of Black American Muslims as they pursue education through the Tijani Sufi order in Medina Baye, Senegal, outside the anti-Black and anti-Muslim racism of the United States. This deeply rich ethnographic book captures the transatlantic flows of Black American religious life through the prism of Black mothers and othermothers (as conceptualized by Patricia Hill Collins “motherwork”) and the young people whose lives are transformed through the process. By focusing on the Islamic education offered by the Tijani Order, such as Qur'an education, we learn about the intricate networks of kin that step in to support the young Black Muslims who have migrated for schooling, highlighting the tangible realities of collective care and service that circulates within the Tijani Order. These registers of care and service are informed by Shaykh Ibrahim Niasse, the Senegalese Islamic scholar, Sufi Shaykh, and pan-Africanist, whose teachings define these networks of education, organizing, and care work. The book then offers critical insights into the flow of one particular Sufi community between the United States and Senegal, and how dreams of better futures for Black Muslim youth and the liberatory goals of Pan-Africanism intersect to co-constitute a significant economy of collective care, Sufi service, and Islamic piety. This book will be of interest to anyone who works on education, Sufism, Black and African Islam and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

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Samiha Rahman's Black Muslim Freedom Dreams: Islamic Education, Pan-Africanism, and Collective Care (New York University Press, 2026) follows three generations of Black American Muslims as they pursue education through the Tijani Sufi order in Medina Baye, Senegal, outside the anti-Black and anti-Muslim racism of the United States. This deeply rich ethnographic book captures the transatlantic flows of Black American religious life through the prism of Black mothers and othermothers (as conceptualized by Patricia Hill Collins “motherwork”) and the young people whose lives are transformed through the process. By focusing on the Islamic education offered by the Tijani Order, such as Qur'an education, we learn about the intricate networks of kin that step in to support the young Black Muslims who have migrated for schooling, highlighting the tangible realities of collective care and service that circulates within the Tijani Order. These registers of care and service are informed by Shaykh Ibrahim Niasse, the Senegalese Islamic scholar, Sufi Shaykh, and pan-Africanist, whose teachings define these networks of education, organizing, and care work. The book then offers critical insights into the flow of one particular Sufi community between the United States and Senegal, and how dreams of better futures for Black Muslim youth and the liberatory goals of Pan-Africanism intersect to co-constitute a significant economy of collective care, Sufi service, and Islamic piety. This book will be of interest to anyone who works on education, Sufism, Black and African Islam and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/islamic-studies

Samiha Rahman's Black Muslim Freedom Dreams: Islamic Education, Pan-Africanism, and Collective Care (New York University Press, 2026) follows three generations of Black American Muslims as they pursue education through the Tijani Sufi order in Medina Baye, Senegal, outside the anti-Black and anti-Muslim racism of the United States. This deeply rich ethnographic book captures the transatlantic flows of Black American religious life through the prism of Black mothers and othermothers (as conceptualized by Patricia Hill Collins “motherwork”) and the young people whose lives are transformed through the process. By focusing on the Islamic education offered by the Tijani Order, such as Qur'an education, we learn about the intricate networks of kin that step in to support the young Black Muslims who have migrated for schooling, highlighting the tangible realities of collective care and service that circulates within the Tijani Order. These registers of care and service are informed by Shaykh Ibrahim Niasse, the Senegalese Islamic scholar, Sufi Shaykh, and pan-Africanist, whose teachings define these networks of education, organizing, and care work. The book then offers critical insights into the flow of one particular Sufi community between the United States and Senegal, and how dreams of better futures for Black Muslim youth and the liberatory goals of Pan-Africanism intersect to co-constitute a significant economy of collective care, Sufi service, and Islamic piety. This book will be of interest to anyone who works on education, Sufism, Black and African Islam and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/african-studies

What is the Qur'an really asking from you, and what happens when you turn away from it?In this episode of Quran Conversations, Dalia Mogahed and Mohammed Magid reflect on verses 99–101 of Surah TaHa. A moment where the story pauses, and the Qur'an speaks directly to you.After the powerful narrative of Musa (peace be upon him), these verses shift from storytelling to meaning. They reveal why these stories are told, what they demand from us, and the consequences of ignoring their message.This is where the Qur'an stops being history, and becomes a mirror.In this episode, you will learn:

Explore the deep meanings and powerful lessons of Surah Al-Furqan (Chapter 25) in this tafsir video. This chapter highlights the distinction between truth and falsehood, the qualities of true believers, and the signs of Allah in creation. Join us as we reflect on its guidance, warnings, and timeless wisdom for navigating life with clarity, faith, and purpose. This video series is a curated collection of reflections and summaries drawn from the 30 Days with the Qur'an series, where each Juz was explored over the month of Ramadan. While not a full tafsir, these concise and heartfelt talks aim to highlight key themes and insights from each Surah to inspire a deeper connection with the Qur'an. In this series, we've taken those reflections and focused them surah by surah, offering a dedicated video for each chapter of the Qur'an. The goal is to spark curiosity, build motivation, and encourage further study of the Qur'an in a manageable, engaging format. Whether you're revisiting familiar Surahs or exploring new ones, these summaries are here to help you pause, reflect, and fall in love with the Qur'an all over again. Link to donate - https://www.whitethread.org/whitethread-centre/

Islam is proliferating across the United States. This is due in part to immigration from other nations. According to ChatGPT, it's believed that between 55-60% of Muslims in the United States are immigrants. Around 1970, the number of mosques in the U.S. was estimated to be around 100. By the year 2000 that jumped to around 1200 mosques and by 2020 that jumped to around 2,800 mosques, a 25-fold increase since 1970. A broader inclusive estimate for 2026 put that number between 3,700 and 4,000 mosques and Islamic centers and growing. Could this be a sign of the Islamizing of America? To answer that question, Crosstalk welcomed back Usama Dakdok. Usama is founder of the Straight Way of Grace Ministry. He is the speaker on Revealing the Truth About Islam and founder of The Straight Way of Grace Ministry. Usama speaks fluent Arabic and has translated the Qur'an into English. He is the author of Exposing the Truth about the Qur'an, Exposing the Truth About Jihad and the booklets, The Violent Truth about Islam and The Straight Way to Eternal Life. There have been massive public relations campaigns put on using libraries across the country in special outreaches known as "Know Your Muslim Neighbor." Following up with that effort, the Council on American/Islamic Relations (CAIR) joined forces with the U.S. Council of Muslim Organizations to promote what they call "National Open Mosque Day," which began this past Sunday. It's an attempt to open doors to the wider community as they invite people of all faiths and backgrounds to explore and learn about Islam. Listen as Usama communicates a timely warning about Islam!

Islam is proliferating across the United States. This is due in part to immigration from other nations. According to ChatGPT, it's believed that between 55-60% of Muslims in the United States are immigrants. Around 1970, the number of mosques in the U.S. was estimated to be around 100. By the year 2000 that jumped to around 1200 mosques and by 2020 that jumped to around 2,800 mosques, a 25-fold increase since 1970. A broader inclusive estimate for 2026 put that number between 3,700 and 4,000 mosques and Islamic centers and growing. Could this be a sign of the Islamizing of America? To answer that question, Crosstalk welcomed back Usama Dakdok. Usama is founder of the Straight Way of Grace Ministry. He is the speaker on Revealing the Truth About Islam and founder of The Straight Way of Grace Ministry. Usama speaks fluent Arabic and has translated the Qur'an into English. He is the author of Exposing the Truth about the Qur'an, Exposing the Truth About Jihad and the booklets, The Violent Truth about Islam and The Straight Way to Eternal Life. There have been massive public relations campaigns put on using libraries across the country in special outreaches known as "Know Your Muslim Neighbor." Following up with that effort, the Council on American/Islamic Relations (CAIR) joined forces with the U.S. Council of Muslim Organizations to promote what they call "National Open Mosque Day," which began this past Sunday. It's an attempt to open doors to the wider community as they invite people of all faiths and backgrounds to explore and learn about Islam. Listen as Usama communicates a timely warning about Islam!

What does it take to truly break free from false idols—whether they are people, ideas, or desires?In this episode of Quran Conversations, Dalia Mogahed and Mohammed Magid reflect on verses 97–98 of Surah TaHa. A powerful turning point where Prophet Musa (peace be upon him) confronts As-Samiri and dismantles the illusion of the golden calf.This moment goes beyond punishment. It exposes the reality of false devotion, the psychology of influence, and the path to spiritual liberation. From social isolation as consequence, to the public destruction of the idol, the Qur'an offers a profound blueprint for breaking free from manipulation, materialism, and misplaced worship.In this episode, you will learn:

Did the Quran once contain additional suras that are no longer part of the standard text? In this video, we explore reports about the codex of Ubayy ibn Ka'b and examine claims about “lost” or excluded suras during the Uthmanic recension.Find me and my music here:https://linktr.ee/filipholmSupport Let's Talk Religion on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/letstalkreligion Or through a one-time donation: https://paypal.me/talkreligiondonateSources/Recommended Reading:Amir-Moezzi, Mohammad Ali. 2022. The Shi'is and the Qur'an: Between Apocalypse, Civil Wars, and Empire. Religions 13: 1.Anthony, Sean W. (2019). "TWO ‘LOST' SŪRAS OF THE QURʾĀN: SŪRAT AL-KHALʿ AND SŪRAT AL-ḤAFD BETWEEN TEXTUAL AND RITUAL CANON (1st-3rd/7th-9th CENTURIES)". JSAI 46 (2019).Harvey, R., & College, E. (2017). "The Legal Epistemology of Qur'anic Variants: The Readings of Ibn Masʿūd in Kufan fiqh and the Ḥanafī madhhab".Karimi-Nia, Morteza. (2019). A New Document in the Early History of the Qurʾān. Journal of Islamic Manuscripts. 10. 292-326. 10.1163/1878464X-01003002. Sadeghi, Behnam & Bergmann, Uwe. (2010). The Codex of a Companion of the Prophet and the Qurān of the Prophet. Arabica. 57. 343-436. 10.1163/157005810X504518. Sinai, Nicolai (2017). "The Qur'an: A Historical-Critical Introduction". Edinburgh University Press. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.