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A quick note before we begin: from tonight, we recite Dua Qunut in Witr. The Shafi'i madhab holds that Qunut in Witr is only in the second half of Ramadan — following the practice established by Sayyidina Umar ibn al-Khattab when he unified the companions behind one imam for Taraweeh and instructed Sayyidina Ubay ibn Ka'ab to lead with Qunut in the final nights. May Allah enter us among those who pray with the imam from beginning to end, and receive the reward of a full night's prayer.The Battle of Badr — ApproachingThe Muslims left Madinah on the 12th of Ramadan. Tonight, in the timeline of history, they would have been settling into the plains of Badr — fasting, outnumbered, about to face something no one had fully planned for.The original aim was to intercept Abu Sufyan's caravan returning from Syria — laden with the wealth the Quraysh had confiscated from the Muslims at the time of Hijrah. Abu Sufyan's scouts, however, found camel droppings containing date pits from the farms of Madinah. He understood: the Muslims are tracking us. He rerouted the caravan and sent the fastest rider back to Makkah with a call for reinforcements — the rider even smeared camel blood on himself for dramatic effect, to ensure the message landed with urgency.Abu Jahl raised 1,300 men. By the time they reached the plains of Badr, the caravan had already escaped via a different route. Three hundred of the Quraysh army turned back — the property was safe, their reason for coming was gone. But Abu Jahl pressed forward with a thousand. This was no longer about a caravan. This was about crushing Islam once and for all.When the Prophet ﷺ chose a campsite on the plains of Badr, one of the companions asked: Ya Rasulullah, is this position based on revelation, or is this your personal judgement? The Prophet ﷺ said: personal judgement. The companion said: in that case, may I suggest we move further, to control the Quraysh's access to the wells?The Prophet ﷺ accepted. He moved the entire army.In that moment — a Prophet, the most beloved of creation, moving his troops based on a suggestion from a companion — is a masterclass in leadership. A good leader takes counsel. A good leader distinguishes between revelation and personal opinion. A good leader is not too proud to be corrected.We continue the story of Badr tomorrow insha'Allah.The Blame Game Has No EndReturning to Surah Al-A'raf — yesterday we saw the people of Jahannam blaming each other as they entered. The followers blamed the leaders. The leaders said: you chose to follow us. Taste what you earned.Now Allah introduces a further dimension: the former and the latter — early generations and those who came after.Think about what this means personally. If someone in your family tree was the first to introduce something harmful — idol worship, a corrupt practice, a tradition that led generations away from Allah — and their descendants followed without question, then when all of them meet in Jahannam, the descendants will turn to the ancestor: you started this. This is your fault. You deserve more.It is a sobering thought. The decisions we make do not end with us.The Reverse Is Also TrueBut the reverse is equally real — and this is where the heart lifts.A thousand years ago, the ancestors of many Muslims sitting in our community tonight were not Muslim. The Malays were Hindu and Buddhist. The Turks were sky-worshipping pagans on the steppe. The Indonesians had their own traditions. And then — somewhere up that family tree — one person made a decision. I am going to be a Muslim.Because of that one decision, generations of descendants were born into Islam. Every salah they prayed, every fast they kept, every act of charity they gave — a portion of that reward travels back up the chain to the one who made the original call.That ancestor has been in his grave for perhaps 700, 800 years. And he is still receiving dividends. Still collecting on that one decision. This is the real passive income. Not a pyramid scheme — a multi-level reward that compounds across generations until Yawmul Qiyamah.And in Jannah, insha'Allah, we will find that ancestor. We will say: thank you. Because of you, I did not have to make the hard choice. I was born Muslim. All I had to do was protect what you gave me.For those among us who did make that hard choice — who came to Islam as adults, who chose this path when no one around them did — your reward carries the same weight. Every person in your lineage who comes after you and remains on this deen is a continuation of your decision. Do not underestimate what you started.Do Not Trivialise Small Good DeedsThis is why we must never dismiss small acts of goodness as insignificant.Teach one child Quran. That child teaches his children. His children teach theirs. How many generations between now and Yawmul Qiyamah? Every one of them who recites the Quran — you carry a portion of that reward. A tiny portion, yes. But multiplied across centuries, across an entire family tree — it becomes something beyond calculation.Whatever good deed you start, its consequences ripple outward in ways you will never live to see. A Muslim thinks in generations, not just in lifetimes. The question is not only: what am I doing today? The question is: what am I starting?The Camel and the Eye of the NeedleFor those who reject the ayat of Allah, who are arrogant against His guidance — la tufattahu lahum abwab al-sama'. The gates of heaven will not be opened for them. Their good deeds will not ascend. The angels carry our deeds up twice daily — at Fajr and Maghrib, which is why these are the great times of morning and evening dhikr, when two shifts of angels overlap and the same act is recorded twice. But for the one who rejects Allah, those deeds remain earthbound. He gets what he intended — praise from people, a legacy among men — and nothing more.Hatim al-Ta'i was the most celebrated generous man in Arab history. His name became a byword for generosity — Arabs still use it today, 1,400 years later. His son asked the Prophet ﷺ about his father's fate. The Prophet ﷺ said: he never gave for Allah's sake. He gave to be known as generous. And Allah gave him exactly that. He is still being praised. His intention was fulfilled in full.You get what you intend for. If you intend for Allah, Allah rewards you. If you intend for people, people reward you. But the gates of heaven remain closed.And if a person who rejects the ayat of Allah still imagines they might enter Jannah — Allah gives us the measure of that hope: try fitting a camel through the eye of a needle first. In Arabic this is the expression for the impossible, the never-happening, the stop-dreaming. It will not happen. Not through arrogance. Not through denial. Not through rejecting the messenger.Tomorrow insha'Allah — the people of Jannah. The Quran always balances: after the warning comes the glad tidings.Following along with the series? Consider a paid subscription to receive a free digital copy of the Surah Al-A'raf Study Guide and Workbook. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit groundeddaily.substack.com/subscribe
May Allah grant Baba complete maghfirah and make this episode a means of ongoing reward for him
Sabon shirin Mu Zagaya Duniya wanda ke bitar wasu daga cikin muhimman lamurran da suka wakana a makon da muka yi wa bankwana daga nan sashen hausa na Rfi.
Find out more about Endeavor: https://pakistan.endeavor.orgIn this episode of Thought Behind Things, we're joined by Adnan Shaffi, Co-Founder of PriceOye — Pakistan's leading online tech marketplace that's processing over 5% of the country's total mobile phone purchases.This episode answers:What makes Pakistan a high-risk, high-reward market for startupsHow to attract global VC interest in a volatile economyThe early hustle, exit, and reinvention of Adnan's personal journeyWe also discuss venture funding, consumer behavior, the stigma of buying online in Pakistan, and the massive opportunity still left to unlock.Socials:TBT's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thoughtbehindthings/TBT's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tbtbymuzamilTBT's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thoughtbehindthingsTBT Clips: https://www.youtube.com/@tbtpodcastclipsMuzamil's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/muzamilhasan/Muzamil's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/muzamilhasan/Guest's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adnanshaffiEndeavor's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/endeavor-pakistanCredits:Executive Producer: Syed Muzamil Hasan ZaidiAssociate Producer: Saad ShehryarPublisher: Talha ShaikhEditor: Jawad Sajid
In this thought-provoking conversation, surgeon Shafi Ahmed and digital health futurist John Nosta revisit Geoffrey Hinton's bold 2016 prediction that radiologists would soon be replaced by AI.
In this insightful and timely lecture, Dr. Mufti Abdur-Rahman ibn Yusuf Mangera explores the topic of “Dealing with Differences” within the Islamic scholarly tradition. With clarity and balance, he addresses the historical development of the four Sunni madhabs—Hanafi, Maliki, Shafi'i, and Hanbali—and explains how these schools emerged through rigorous scholarship, sincere ijtihad (independent reasoning), and mutual respect among scholars. Dr. Mangera emphasizes that these madhabs, though differing in certain rulings, are all rooted in the Qur'an and Sunnah and represent a mercy and richness in Islamic jurisprudence. He highlights how the classical scholars maintained unity and adab (etiquette) despite their disagreements, promoting tolerance and harmony within the ummah. The lecture also examines the more recent emergence of the Salafi movement, its emphasis on direct textual interpretation, and how it has challenged traditional madhab adherence. Dr. Mangera respectfully critiques certain Salafi approaches, especially those that promote exclusivity or reject the legitimacy of traditional scholarship. He calls for intellectual humility, scholarly responsibility, and contextual awareness when engaging with different viewpoints. Ultimately, the lecture is a call to unity, understanding, and proper etiquette when navigating intra-Muslim differences. Dr. Mangera reminds the audience that diversity in legal opinion is not a weakness but a strength, and that dealing with differences requires knowledge, patience, and sincere intention.
Shirin Ilimi Hasken Rayuwa na wannan mako ya yi duba ne kan matsalar da aka samu ta faɗuwar jarabar sharar fage ta shiga jami'o'in Najeriya JAMB, da hukumar shirya jarabawar ta ce hakan ya faru ne a sakamakon tangarɗar da aka samu ta na'ura a lokacin rubutawa. Matslar da ta hana shafi ɗalibai dubu 300 da suka rubuta jarabawar. Ku latsa alamar sauti don sauraron cikakken shirin tare da Shamsiyya Haruna.........
(0:00) Intro(0:02) Witr se pehle sona kaisa? Janiye Sunnat tareeqa! (0:26) Witr ka asal matlab kya hai? (1:15) Raat ko uthne ka yaqeen na ho to Witr kab parhein? (2:04) Tahajjud reh jaye to kya karein? (4:30) Witr ko moakhar karne ka kiya faida hai? Farishton ki haziri! (6:14) Nabi Pak SAW ne Witr kab kab parha? (7:45) Raat ki namaz mein kitni rakat? (9:03) Witr ki rakat mein ulama ka kiya ikhtilaf hai? (12:01) Witr parhne ke mukhtalif tareeqe seekhiye! (12:54) 5 rakat Witr kaise parhein? (15:33) 3 rakat Witr ka mukammal tareeqa (Hanafi vs Shafi'i). (16:52) Witr ki aakhri rakat mein konsi Surah parhein? (18:13) 1 rakat Witr ka masla samajhiye! (19:15) Fajr ki Sunnaton ko mukhtasir karna? (21:30) Witr mein konsi suraton ki tilawat Sunnat hai? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this powerful After Maghrib episode, Sayed Mohammed Ali Rizvi reflects on the life and legacy of Imam Ja'far al-Sadiq — the revered teacher of the founders of the four Sunni madhabs: Hanafi, Maliki, Shafi'i, and Hanbali. Despite his vast influence, why is Imam al-Sadiq nearly absent from Sunni hadith collections like Sahih Bukhari? Was it fear of Shi'a association? Discover the forgotten impact of his teachings on Islamic thought and the stark contrast between famous history and the real truth. A moving tribute to a giant of knowledge who still shapes minds, yet rarely gets his due.
Social Media ist Teil unserer Gesellschaft geworden. Seit circa 10 Jahren nimmt Social Media stetig mehr Einfluss auf die Kindheit und Jugend. Studien weltweit zeigen, dass sich Social Media negativ auf deren Entwicklung auswirkt.Diese vierteilige Podcast-Reihe beleuchtet, wie Plattformen wie Instagram, TikTok ihre Kommunikation, Selbstwahrnehmung und die psychische Gesundheit beeinflussen. Ein Thema, das Kinder und Jugendliche, ihre Eltern, Pädagogen, die Politik und Wissenschaft gleichermassen bewegt.Über Hintergründe, neuste Erkenntnisse und mögliche Lösungsansätze spreche ich in dieser Reihe mit den folgenden drei Expertinnen:Teil 1 - Fakten & Ratschläge: Kinder- und Jugendpsychiaterin und stellvertretende Klinikleiterin, Psychiatrische Universitätsklinik Zürich, Dagmar Pauli.Teil 2 - Erfahrungen aus Dänemark: Kinder- und Jungendpsychologin und Forscherin Aida Bikić.Teil 3 - Politik & Praxis: Pro Juventute Head of Politics & Media, Lulzana Musliu.Teil 4 - Alles nicht so schlimm? Im Gespräch mit Sozialarbeiter Laurent Sedano.ShownotesEine Auswahl an Studien zum Thema Social Media und deren Einfluss auf Kinder und Jugendliche:Boers et al. (2019) Titel: Association of Screen Time and Depression in Adolescence Quelle: JAMA Pediatrics Link: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6632122/Keles et al. (2020) Titel: Social Media Use and Its Connection to Mental Health: A Systematic Review Quelle: International Journal of Mental Health and Addiction Link: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7364393/Ra et al. (2018) Titel: Association of Digital Media Use With Subsequent Symptoms of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Among Adolescents Quelle: JAMA Link: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6553065/Woods & Scott (2016) Titel: Sleepyteens: Social media use in adolescence is associated with poor sleep quality, anxiety, depression and low self-esteem Quelle: Journal of Adolescence Link: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27294324/Shannon et al. (2022) Titel: Problematic Social Media Use in Adolescents and Young Adults: Systematic Review and Meta-analysis Quelle: JMIR Mental Health Link: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35436240/Vicente-Benito & Ramírez-Durán (2023) Titel: Influence of Social Media Use on Body Image and Well-Being Among Adolescents and Young Adults: A Systematic Review Quelle: Healthcare (MDPI) Link: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37256748/https://www.kpkj.psy.unibe.ch/ueber_uns/personen/schmidt/index_ger.html#pane1162176https://www.emek.admin.ch/de/markt-und-meinungsmacht-von-plattformenhttps://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Teens-Screens_Report-2024_WEB.pdfhttps://www.who.int/europe/news-room/25-09-2024-teens--screens-and-mental-healthhttps://www.frontiersin.org/journals/developmental-psychology/artic-les/10.3389/fdpys.2024.1439040/fullhttps://psycnet.apa.org/record/2025-31872-001https://www.zhaw.ch/storage/hochschule/medien/news/2024/241128_MM_JAMES-Studie/JAMES_Stu-die_2024.pdfRamadhan, R. N., Rampengan, D. D., Yumnanisha, D. A., Setiono, S. B., Tjandra, K. C., Ariyanto, M. V., Idrisov, B., & Empitu, M. A. (2024). Impacts of digital social media detox for mental health: A sys-tematic review and meta-analysis. Narra J, 4(2), e786. https://doi.org/10.52225/narra.v4i2.786Sanders, T., Noetel, M., Parker, P., Del Pozo Cruz, B., Biddle, S., Ronto, R., Hulteen, R., Parker, R., Thomas, G., De Cocker, K., Salmon, J., Hesketh, K., Weeks, N., Arnott, H., Devine, E., Vasconcellos, R., Pagano, R., Sherson, J., Conigrave, J., & Lonsdale, C. (2024). An umbrella review of the benefits and risks associated with youths' interactions with electronic screens. Nature human behaviour, 8(1), 82–99. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41562-023-01712-8Valkenburg, P. M., Meier, A., & Beyens, I. (2022). Social media use and its impact on adolescent men-tal health: An umbrella review of the evidence. Current opinion in psychology, 44, 58–68. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.copsyc.2021.08.017Valkenburg P. M. (2022). Social media use and well-being: What we know and what we need to know. Current opinion in psychology, 45, 101294. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.copsyc.2021.12.006Weigle, P. E., & Shafi, R. M. A. (2024). Social Media and Youth Mental Health. Current psychiatry re-ports, 26(1), 1–8. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11920-023-01478-whttps://eprints.lse.ac.uk/127158/Was Handyverbote an Schulen bringen:https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lanepe/article/PIIS2666-7762(25)00003-1/fulltext
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Join Cyrus Says ft. Shaad Shafi for a rollercoaster of insights and humor as they explore fiery topics from around the globe. Is Lohri, Makar Sankranti, and Pongal just one festival in disguise across states? Are the devastating Los Angeles wildfires a cautionary tale about crony capitalism? Dive into an analysis of Jemimah Rodrigues' stellar performance in India Women vs. Ireland Women ODI and a humorous take on Modi’s podcast debut with Nikhil Kamath. From Barcelona's thrashing of Real Madrid to the Torres Mumbai Jewellery scam turning international, no topic is off-limits. Plus, the episode discusses TikTok’s US ban drama, and Honey Singh’s Millionaire . Tune in for a mix of sharp observations, comedic flair, and thoughtful debates!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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This Cyrus Says AMA episode featuring Shaad Shafi is packed with hot takes, laughs, and sharp insights! We're talking about Pushpa 2 smashing US pre-sales records, Virat Kohli rewriting cricket history, and Novak Djokovic teaming up with Andy Murray at the Australian Open—who saw that coming? Shaad also weighs in on Trudeau busting a move at a Taylor Swift concert during Montreal riots, Sidhu's bizarre “lemon water cures cancer” claim, and Diljit Dosanjh's dry concert drama in Pune. Plus, we discuss the Supreme Court's spicy new take on socialism in India and Khamenei's fiery demand for Netanyahu's death sentence. From cricket to politics, Bollywood to bizarre news—this episode has it all, served with a side of humor and sass. Tune in for a fun ride!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On this first episode of season 3 of Her Kajal Won't Smudge, Shana is joined by the queen of Pakistani pop music – Meesha Shafi. In 2018, Meesha spoke out publicly about the sexual harassment she endured at the hands of a popular actor. Time Magazine described this moment as having sparked Pakistan's #MeToo movement. In this candid conversation, Meesha shares what it means to live with her decision to speak out and how her music is an expression of her reflective self-journey. The woman we meet is courageous, vulnerable and so completely authentic. Meesha talks about the music videos for her songs Amrit and Hot Mango Chutney Sauce. You can watch them here: Amrit Hot Mango Chutney Sauce Follow us on Instagram @herkajalwontsmudge and check out our website www.herkajalwontsmudge.com. Follow @meesha.shafi on Instagram. CREDITS: Host and Creative Director: Shana This is a Maed in India production Head of Production: Mae Mariyam Thomas Project Manager: Shaun Fanthome Producer: Ruchi Sawardekar Junior Producer: Saakshi Samant, Quoyina Ghosh Sound Editor & Mix Engineer: Kartik Kulkarni, Lakshman Parsuram, Nihar Temkar Head of Visual Design: Minal Jadeja Visual Designers: Akshat Agarwal, Shaumik Kanvinde
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Our buddy Shafi Hossain talks about his childhood in Bangladesh, starting comedy in Albany, looking up to Usama as a kid, and his new special NOT FROM HERE--out now on YouTube!!!
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In this fun and chaotic episode of Cyrus Says : Cock & Bull, Cyrus is joined by Mikhail Almeida and Shaad Shafi for a hilarious take on the week's wildest news! They chat about Swifties turning Trump's anti-Taylor Swift rant into a $40,000 fundraiser for Kamala Harris, Satya Nadella's confession that 85% of Microsoft's employees feel overworked, and Zomato banning AI-generated food pics to keep things real. Plus, they dive into Atishi's rise from being the Delhi Education Minister's adviser to possibly the next Chief Minister and break down the crazy start to the Champions League, with Bayern Munich's nine-goal spree and wins for Real Madrid and Liverpool. It's full of laughs and packed with entertaining takes—don't miss it as Cyruss rants about Gym stories.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this week's episode of Promising Young Surgeon, we delve into a period of significant change and growth that many will face in their careers, often referred to as the "pivot year." This episode features Dr. Fariha Shafi, a dedicated physician educator and professor of medicine at the University of Missouri Kansas City School of Medicine. We begin with inspiring excerpts from Brianna Wiest's book, "The Pivot Year," setting the stage for a thought-provoking discussion. Dr. Shafi discusses her journey into medicine, her long-standing relationships with patients, and the emotional challenges of transitioning from outpatient to inpatient care. She also offers invaluable advice on handling difficult conversations with patients and the importance of self-reflection and feedback in professional growth. 00:00 – Cold Open02:54 – Introduction to Dr. Fariha Shafi23:17 – New Practice Model36:34 – Common Excuses47:03 – Staying Motivated52:30 – Where to Find Dr. Shafi Resources:https://providerdirectory.universityhealthkc.org/provider/fariha-shafi/2238226Interact with the podcast! Email me at pys@heyinfluent.com to ask questions. We would love to hear from the Promising Young Surgeon audience.Promising Young Surgeon is sponsored by Pattern. Discover why more than 20,000 doctors trust Pattern to shop for disability insurance. Request free quotes in 5 minutes. Compare policies with an expert. Buy with confidence. LINK: https://www.patternlife.com/promising-young-surgeon?campid=349433Subscribe, tune in, and join the conversation as Dr. Hardin and her guests tackle the pressing issues facing today's medical professionals and ponder how to nurture a more compassionate and sustainable healthcare environment. Connect with Frances Mei:https://linktr.ee/francesmei.md https://rethinkingresidency.com/about/ Find More info on this series and other podcasts on the Influent Network at HeyInfluent.comFollow the Influent Network on Social Media:LinkedIn | Twitter (X) | YouTube | TikTok | Instagram | Facebook The Influent Network is where emerging healthcare professionals and esteemed medical experts converge. Our platform is a straightforward resource for career development, financial planning, practice management, and investment insights, designed to foster strong professional connections. Powered by HurrdatSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Dans l'épisode du jour je vous parle du fondateur d'une des 4 écoles juridiques du sunnisme. Il est l'un des plus grand savant que l'islam est connu.Bonus en fin de vidéo ✨Lien cagnotte
how lucky are we to have the funniest engineer in the world on the pod!! shafi hossain (@shafistandsup) is a chemical engineer by day, world-touring bangladeshi comedian by night, and one of the most wise individuals we've shared our platform with. born and raised in bangladesh, he fell into comedy while studying internationally and hasn't looked back since. he's genuinely one of the kindest, funniest, and most intellectual humans we've have the pleasure of speaking with in this ep, we talk about being an international student from bangladesh and assimilating to american culture, why birds are better than cats, manifesting and silent retreats, defining success, cold plunges, and why you shouldn't eat eggs before an exam, and we can't wait for u to tune in. i hope u like it. follow shafi: https://www.instagram.com/shafistandsup/ our instagram: https://www.instagram.com/difficultish/ mohuya's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mohuyaakhan/ mashnun's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mashnunmunir/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/difficultish/support
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Hana Shafi is a Canadian illustrator, essayist and poet whose new book, “People You Know, Places You've Been,” takes readers on a journey from public transportation to antique stores to waiting rooms, looking at the connections we create with total strangers as we go about our daily lives. Hana speaks with guest host Talia Schlanger about the book and the power of those seemingly mundane interactions. Plus, she reads a poem from the collection.
Today is Thursday the 12th of Muharram, 1446 Hijrah. Yesterday I read a very disturbing news coming from Oman that a masjid in Oman was being bombed and took the lives of nine people. Apparently according to the news report, Daesh or IS claimed responsibility for the bombing and the masjid is said to belong to a Shia community in Oman and they were observing the mourning of the day of Ashura when the bombing happened. Now this is very sad because this is against the teaching of Islam.We need to look beyond sectarian divisions within the Islamic Ummah. Rasul salallahu alayhi wa sallam said,من صلى صلاتنا واستقبل قبلتنا وأكل ذبيحتنا فذلك المسلم“Those who pray our prayers and face our Qibla and eat from our slaughter, that is a Muslim that is under the protection of Allah and under the protection of Rasul salallahu alayhi wa sallam.”So this barbaric act of killing innocent lives, taking innocent lives just because of sectarian differences is haram. This is a great sin.Now are Shia Muslims? The answer according to this hadith is absolutely clear. Yes they are Muslims. We differ in certain things with them. I'm a Sunni, I'm a Shafi'i Sunni in terms of my theology. I grew up and learning Sunni creed from the Ash'ari school of Aqeedah, Shafi'i school of law and Ghazali school of Tasawwuf.Yet it doesn't mean that I would call our Shi'i brothers and sisters Kafir. We disagree. I disagree strongly with many of their teachings, with the way they view the Sahaba but that doesn't make them Kafir. That doesn't exclude them from the fold of Islam. Rasul salallahu alayhi wa sallam gave us this clear criteria. They pray like we pray. Look at the way our Shia brothers and sisters pray. Yes there may be some minor differences and those minor differences fall within Fiqh differences but by and large it's the same prayers and they face the same Qibla. It's not like they face some other places. It's not like they face Karbala in prayers. They face Masjid al-Haram. They face the Kaaba like you and I, like the rest of the Ummah and they eat from our slaughter. That makes them a Muslim. That makes them fall under the protection of Allah and the protection of Rasulullah salallahu alayhi wa sallam.IS you did this. You're going to answer before Allah and Rasul salallahu alayhi wa sallam in Yawm al-Qiyamah. So we have to rise beyond these petty differences. We can disagree but there are matters bigger concern, matters of bigger concerns to the Ummah that we will need to unite. For instance the matter of Palestine. The matter of Palestine we are one Ummah and we see realistically in the world today politically the only countries that are taking real actions beyond words, beyond rhetoric are the Shi'i countries. We see what the Houthi in Yemen are doing and the impact they have on the economy of Israel.Now just because they do that doesn't mean that we condone, we acknowledge their teachings as the correct teaching. We can defer yet they are still Muslims. We can strongly disagree yet they are still Muslims. We believe that they are Muslims but their teachings in some matters within Islam is wrong. We can sit down and discuss academically with regards to this matter but it should never lead to bloodshed. It should never lead to death.May Allah have mercy upon those who were killed at this Masjid in Oman. My condolences to the people of Oman. Oman is a peaceful country. People of Oman are beautiful souls, very peaceful, peace loving people. May Allah protect all of you and Allah bless Oman and her people. May Allah shower mercy upon those souls that have departed and may Allah destroy IS, may Allah destroy Daesh. Get full access to Be Quranic at bequranic.substack.com/subscribe
The Consensus on Marriage Between Muslim Women and Non-Muslim Men The issue of whether Muslim women can marry non-Muslim men has been subject to debate in recent times. However, there has been a binding consensus among Islamic scholars since the time of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) that such marriages are impermissible. This consensus is rooted in the understanding of Islamic law and the principles that govern marital relations. This view is grounded in various Quranic verses and Hadith, such as: • “Do not marry polytheistic women until they believe” (Quran 2:221).• “And do not marry the polytheistic men to your women until they believe” (Quran 2:221).• “Then marry those that please you of [other] women, two or three or four” (Quran 4:3), which implies that marriage should be within the bounds of faith. The Role of Scholars and Usul al-Fiqh To navigate complex issues like marriage and other contemporary challenges, it is crucial to rely on scholars well-versed in Usul al-Fiqh, the principles of Islamic jurisprudence. Usul al-Fiqh involves: 1. Determining What Constitutes Evidence: Not every claim can be supported as valid evidence in Sharia. As Imam Al-Baydawi stated, “Not everything can be an evidence in Sharia.”2. Proper Utilization of Evidence: Knowing how to apply evidence correctly. “The principle in private parts is prohibition; if both permissibility and prohibition are encountered in a woman, prohibition prevails” (Imam al-Suyuti).3. Scholarly Qualifications: Ensuring that those who engage in Islamic legal discussions have the necessary academic and practical training. “The conditions of the person who can engage in Islamic law must be met” (Imam Al-Baydawi). Refuting Modern Arguments for Permissibility Some modern scholars argue that there is no explicit evidence in the Quran and Sunnah against marriages between Muslim women and non-Muslim men, thereby claiming such marriages are permissible. This argument relies on the principle of Istishab, which presumes continuity unless there is evidence to the contrary. However, this principle is misapplied in this context. Understanding Istishab and Its Application Istishab means assuming that a ruling continues to apply unless there is clear evidence to change it. In the context of marriage, the default state is that marital relations are haram without a valid marriage contract (nikah). This principle places the burden of proof on those claiming permissibility. They must provide clear evidence from the Quran and Sunnah to justify their stance. • Imam al-Shafi'i: “All private parts are prohibited for everyone under all circumstances, except when allowed by marriage or ownership.”• Principle of Istishab: “Seeking evidence to prove a point without evidence is rejected.” Legal Foundations in Islamic Marriage 1. Presumption of Prohibition: The foundational state of marital relations is one of prohibition unless there is a valid contract.• Imam al-Shafi'i: “The foundational relationship between non-marital people is that they are not allowed to have a physical relationship.”2. Burden of Proof: It is not sufficient to claim permissibility without evidence. The absence of explicit prohibition does not automatically translate to permissibility.• Imam al-Qarafi al-Maliki: “The foundation of sexual relations, the default of other people's property, and the default of other people's wealth is haram unless there is an aqid.” Conclusion: Adherence to Traditional Scholarship In conclusion, the long-standing consensus against marriages between Muslim women and non-Muslim men is well-founded in Islamic jurisprudence. Scholars trained in Usul al-Fiqh provide the necessary framework to understand and navigate such issues. Young Muslims are encouraged to invest their time in learning their faith deeply, adhering to traditional scholarship, and understanding the principles that guide Islamic law. By focusing on these principles and maintaining a strong educational foundation, Muslims can ensure that their practices align with the core teachings of Islam and continue to uphold the integrity of their religious traditions.
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Wednesday February 7, 2024 Rajab 26, 1445 This edition of Ask The Imam answers the following questions: 00:00 1. Is there a correct ‘Aqida to follow? (Ash'ari, Maturidi, or Athari) 13:42 2. Is one allowed to sell lottery tickets and have lottery machines in their store? 17:51 3. A personal divorce question. 21:42 4. Visualization while in prayer. 29:27 5. Can a Hanafi trim his beard in a way that is deemed permissible in the Shafi'i school? 35:20 6. To what extent can we consult online resources for Fatwas? 44:37 7. What is the meaning of the poem that mentions ‘Make wudu' with water of the unseen'? Questions are submitted anonymously. If you wish to submit one, please go to http://mccgp.org/ask-the-imam. Also, please donate to support this and other programs. To donate, please go to http://mccgp.org/donate
Caregiving is about taking care of others, but unpaid caregiving is a unique crisis in America. This holiday season, as we wrap up the year and end of Season 4, we connect with leadership at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island to explore what the growing lack of access to childcare, limited assistance for mental and physical disability, and outlived resources by the elderly means for individuals and communities- and what insurers and employers can do to help. Don't miss Episode 24, Season 4. Happiest holiday wishes to you and yours!ABOUT THE SERIES: Future of XYZ is a bi-weekly interview series that explores big questions about where we are as a world and where we're going. Presented in collaboration with Rhode Island PBS. FOR MORE INFORMATION: Follow @futureofxyz on Instagram, and visit www.future-of.XYZ or www.ripbs.org/XYZ for show links and more.
Diablo Cody was only 29 when she won an Oscar for her first screenplay, “Juno”, catapulting her to celebrity status as a Hollywood screenwriter. Now, she's adapted the Alanis Morissette album “Jagged Little Pill” for the stage. Diablo Cody speaks with Tom Power about why that album works so well as a musical theatre show, and how the music of Alanis Morissette has soundtracked her own life. Hana Shafi is an illustrator, essayist and poet whose new book “People You Know, Places You've Been” takes us on a journey from public transportation to antique stores to waiting rooms, looking at the connections we create with total strangers as we go through our daily lives. She speaks with Talia Schlanger about the book and the power of those seemingly mundane interactions. Plus, she reads a poem from her book.
Ayesha Shafi, PhD, discusses all aspects of peer mentoring this week on the Faculty Factory Podcast. Dr. Shafi is an Assistant Professor with the Center for Prostate Disease Research (CPDR) at Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences in Bethesda, Maryland. She is a researcher who is currently working on translational and molecular signaling in prostate cancer. In this episode, Dr. Shafi shares the genesis of her own peer mentoring journey and how her network has grown into a powerful community of support. She, along with her colleague and former Faculty Factory Podcast guest, Sarah Amend, PhD, recognized the importance of mentorship from both traditional and peer perspectives. Together, they developed a program that fosters an environment of trust, open communication, and tailored guidance that enables participants to navigate the challenges of academia and research effectively. Learn More: https://facultyfactory.org/peer-mentoring
The boys are back. We talk about George Washington, Hasan Minhaj New Yorker piece. Plus patreon: we talk about Vivek Ramaswamy. follow Shafi: https://www.instagram.com/shafistandsup/ follow Dan: https://www.instagram.com/danpulzello/ follow Cultre Clash: https://www.instagram.com/cultureclashcomedypod/ Join our Patreon for more exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/cultureclashcomedy
Shafi's a comic from the east, Dan's a comic from the west. They analyze things from the Eastern and Western lens. At times, they have the funniest guests. follow Shafi: https://www.instagram.com/shafistandsup/ follow Dan: https://www.instagram.com/danpulzello/ follow Cultre Clash: https://www.instagram.com/cultureclashcomedypod/ Join our Patreon for more exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/cultureclashcomedy
Shafi's a comic from the east, Dan's a comic from the west. They analyze things from the Eastern and Western lens. At times, they have the funniest guests. follow Shafi: https://www.instagram.com/shafistandsup/ follow Dan: https://www.instagram.com/danpulzello/ follow Cultre Clash: https://www.instagram.com/cultureclashcomedypod/ Join our Patreon for more exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/cultureclashcomedy Watch Geoff Asmus new special: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_3vSW95zhfs
Shafi and Dan discuss the Astrology in the West and the East. Leave a review on itunes and follow on spotify. @cultureclashcomedypod on insta/tiktok Join Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cultureclashcomedy
We often hear from Muslims that our ummah suffers from disunity on a local, national, and international level. Slight differences of opinion can cause major divisions. Our countries remain deeply divided between themselves and there is an impression that has consolidated that we will not be able to recover our position. This situation has led to despondency. Helplessness and in the extreme an acceptance of the status quo. But is this written? Is there anything we can do about this parlous situation? Have we come to the end of Muslim civilisation and are we now merely managing decline? Are we waiting for the Mahdi, a leader who will change our situation? Or is there anything we can do about our predicament? To help us understand the issues of unity and division from an Islamic perspective we have invited Shaykh Dr. Shuayb Wani. Dr. Shuayb Wani is the Director and Co-Founder of the Dār Al ‘Ilm Institute. He grew up in Indian-occupied Kashmir and started his quest to learn Islamic ‘Ulūm during his schooling years. He completed his foundational Islāmic Studies in India, and Al-Azhar University, Egypt. He devoted 10 years studying advanced Islāmic Studies specializing in Usūl al-Fiqh (Islamic Jurisprudence) at the International Islamic University, Malaysia. He holds a Ph.D in : “The Legal Thought of Imam al-Shafi‘i” which was published in 2021. He has 20 years experience of teaching Islamic ulum. He lives in Istanbul with his family. Please consider making a donation, however small, to The Thinking Muslim, to receive a share in the reward and to help us make a greater impact. https://www.thinkingmuslim.com/Donate
Shafi and Dan discuss the UFO in the West and the East. Leave a review on itunes and follow on spotify. @cultureclashcomedypod on insta/tiktok Join Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cultureclashcomedy
WH100 Today Atul Prashar welcomes Raabia Shaafi who is ALL things: Culture Strategist, Executive coach and Master Facilitator for Senior Leadership. They go deep on what is required to be an effective leader. We discuss that a leader does not need to be the smartest person in the room, win/win strategies, correcting your blind spots and the notion that everything is “figureoutable”. We also explore our love of Music and Culture and draw leadership and organizational lessons from none other than famous rock group U2. Part of the Prof P Series. | Howler Head Monkey (banana flavor) provides the sips. 00:00 Intros05:24 Healthy Retention maximizes Output (Give me Your Dysfunction!)07:35 WOTD 09:00 Execs: Optimization is the word. Goals. Culture. 24.53 THE BEST Leadership Traits 34:15 ‘See' your employees40:45 Help your team WIN49:00 Into the Heart (U2) demonstrates Leadership1:2:00 Celebrate being Perfectly Imperfect1:7:15 WOTD 1:9:50 SYSK
Shafi and Dan discuss the Cold Cases in the West and the East. Leave a review on itunes and follow on spotify. @cultureclashcomedypod on insta/tiktok Join Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cultureclashcomedy
In this episode, Hana and Chetna talk about: Resistance and activism through frizzy hair Creating new worlds through visual art; drawing what we want to see in the world, from cool fashion to authentic femininity Clothes as wearable art yet co-opted by capitalism that make it seem frivolous The paradox in Hana's art between colorful and vibrant and dark and creepy The power in what is deemed as “ugly” Showing the unpleasant parts of humanness, like squeezing zits! Hana's fear of clowns and drawing jester archetypes Going to various phases of mediums in art-making Hana's love for Shakespeare and the value of the wise fool Making art that scares us is channeling our disruptor/tricker energy How Hana's has drawn from her mental illness in her drawing, from literal depictions to more dualistic expressions The paradox and appeal of upbeat or vibrant art that's also speaking to deeper issues like addiction and mental illness The importance of art that reflects multiple realities Creating art for yourself to validate your own experience and being in community with your own art The acceptance that not everyone is going to be a masterpiece, it's okay to experiment with different artistic mediums or processes The struggle of performativity on social media The proverb of “if a tree falls and no one hears it, did it really fall” and how it applies to our art-making practice Recognizing that we are being witnessed by more than the human world, but by the trees and bees and life all around us, including ancestors, spirit, etc… and that can be enough! The significance of art that takes a long time to create, unlike AI art, it's more than “content creation” Sharing from a place of safety and generativity, versus pressure or obligation Being mindful with how we consume art, and how we're consumed from to avoid being extractive in how we consume art or expect from artists Letting ourselves have an eb and flow with our mediums, without adhering to “consistency” if that isn't happening Francisco Goya as a muse in shifting our vibe and energy in our works as artists Cycling through styles and mediums of art-making is normal and natural The creativity within you is worthy to be expressed and freed! Find: Hana's IG @frizzkidart and her multi-disciplinary work Hana's Patreon (www.patreon.com/frizzkidart) Hana's books on Amazon (https://tinyurl.com/3syfbhmj) Chetna on IG @mosaiceye and the podcast @creationforliberation The podcast to watch on youtube Other offerings: Organizational Wellness: bring a mindful and expressive arts engagement to your people (www.mosaiceyeunfolding.com/organizational) Upcoming Events: Embodied Compassion, Creative Somatic Alchemy, SA Femme Disruptors Reflection Group (mosaiceyeunfolding.com/communityevents) Work 1:1 with Chetna for creative reclamation and authentic expression (mosaiceyeunfolding.com/oneonone)
Shafi and Dan discuss the Worst Leaders in the West and the East. Leave a review on itunes and follow on spotify. @cultureclashcomedypod on insta/tiktok Join Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cultureclashcomedy
Shafi and Dan discuss the Worst Movies in the West and the East. Leave a review on itunes and follow on spotify. @cultureclashcomedypod on insta/tiktok Join Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cultureclashcomedy
Shafi and Dan discuss the history of Celebrity Scandals in the West and the East. Leave a review on itunes and follow on spotify. @cultureclashcomedypod on insta/tiktok Join Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cultureclashcomedy
Did you know that Italians in America were also held in internment camps during the second world war? Shafi and Dan discuss the history of Political Scandals in the West and the East. Leave a review on itunes and follow on spotify. @cultureclashcomedypod on insta/tiktok
Did you know that Hilary Clinton indirectly got affected by a sex scandal during the 2016 election? Shafi and Dan discuss the history of Sex Scandals in the West and the East. Leave a review on itunes and follow on spotify. @cultureclashcomedypod on insta/tiktok
Did you know Rosie Ruiz won the 1980 Boston Marathon but never completed the entire route? Shafi and Dan discuss the history of Sports Scandals in the West and the East. Leave a review on itunes and follow on spotify. @cultureclashcomedypod on insta/tiktok
Did you know that Con in Con Artist stands for Confidence Artist? Shafi and Dan discuss the history of Con Artists in the West and the East. Leave a review on itunes and follow on spotify. @cultureclashcomedypod on insta/tiktok
Wednesday May 3, 2023 Shawwal 13, 1444 This edition of Ask The Imam answers the following questions: 00:00 1. On studying under the AICP (Association of Islamic Charitable Projects), also known as the Ahbash. 09:36 2. Clarification on the posture of women in prayer and reconciling it with the hadith 'Do the prostration properly, and do not put your forearms flat with the elbows touching the ground like a dog.' 12:32 3. Is it sinful to spend of my savings for a holiday instead of saving more for Hajj? 19:43 4. Is it obligatory to wash with water after relieving oneself? 23:20 5. What is the ruling on leaving extra sunnas after performing them? 31:41 6. What is the ruling on my wife changing her madhab (school of law) from Shafi'i to the madhab I follow (Hanafi)? 40:12 7. What is the ruling on celebrating birthdays? 43:18 8. Is there zakat on women's jewelry? 51:17 9. How do we understand the hadith that recommends fasting six days of/from the month of Shawwal? Questions are submitted anonymously. If you wish to submit one, please go to http://mccgp.org/ask-the-imam. Also, please donate to support this and other programs. To donate, please go to http://mccgp.org/donate
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