Podcasts about Ummah

Beyond the famous story of Timbuktu, the intellectual world of Muslim West Africa was vast, vibrant, and deeply connected to the wider Ummah. One of the most remarkable surviving expressions of this legacy lies in Mauritania, where the traditional desert maḥāḍir still preserve a centuries-old culture of Islamic learning. Here, under the guidance of deeply erudite teachers, students memorise texts on wooden lawḥs, absorb knowledge through oral transmission and poetry, and live a rhythm of study, discipline, and spirituality that has changed little over time.

The War Before Judgment Day | Are We Prepared? - Shaykh Saqib Iqbal

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit groundeddaily.substack.comFollowing along? A paid subscription includes the Surah Al-A'raf Study Guide and Workbook. Grounded is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.The last ten have begun.Taharaw laylatal qadr fil ashril awakhir min Ramadan. Hunt for Laylatul Qadr in the last ten nights of Ramadan.Here's why this gift exists. The Prophet ﷺ once told the companions about a man from the Banu Israel who worshipped Allah for 80 years straight. Not 80 years of regular life with some ibadah mixed in. 80 years of dedicated, committed worship. The companions were jealous — and honestly, who wouldn't be? We live 60, maybe 70 years. The Prophet ﷺ himself said the age of his ummah is between 60 and 70, and very few go beyond that. And yes, there are billionaires today spending fortunes trying to extend human life to 120, 130 — but biologists will tell you that quality of life drops significantly past a certain point, no matter how much money you throw at it. That's just how the body is built.So the companions asked: Ya Rasulullah, how do we compete with people who had 80 years to worship Allah when we barely get 60?And then Allah revealed an entire surah — Surah Al-Qadr — answering that question.The night of Al-Qadr is greater than a thousand months.Not equal to. Greater than. 1,000 months is 83 years. And Allah didn't say you get this once. You get it every single year. Think about that. If you start taking your deen seriously at the age of 10 and you live to 70 — that's 60 Ramadans. 60 Laylatul Qadrs. 60 opportunities where one night of ibadah is worth more than 83 years of continuous worship. In terms of quality of ibadah, how old are you really?That is the gift Allah gave the Ummah of Muhammad ﷺ.So don't let any of these ten nights pass you without something in it. The absolute minimum — and none of us should drop below this — is to pray Isha in jama'ah and pray Fajr in jama'ah. Just those two. The Prophet ﷺ said whoever does that, Allah writes for them the reward of praying the entire night. Imagine praying the entire night. Now imagine that night is Laylatul Qadr. Do it every night for these ten nights and insha'Allah you will not miss it. Beyond that — pray your sunnah, do taraweeh, read some Quran when you get home, wake up a few minutes before suhur and make dua.For the sisters who can't pray right now — you are not left out. Your dua is the same. Your dhikr is the same. Sayyidah Aisha RA asked the Prophet ﷺ what to say on Laylatul Qadr: Allahumma innaka afuwwun tuhibbul afwa fa'fu anni. O Allah, You are the Most Forgiving, You love to forgive, so forgive me. That's the dua. Fill these nights with it.The People of the Heights — And What Their Story Tells UsWe stopped last night at the Ashab al-A'raf — the people standing on the elevated ground between Jannah and Jahannam, neither here nor there, their good and bad deeds perfectly balanced at 50-50.From their vantage point on the heights, they can see both destinations. And here's a detail I want you to sit with: the ayah says wa idha surifat absaruhum — when their gaze was turned towards the people of fire. They didn't choose to look. Allah turned their eyes. Given the choice, if you're standing on the A'raf and Jannah is right there on one side — you know exactly where you're going to keep your attention. You're not voluntarily turning to look at Jahannam.But Allah turns their gaze. And the moment they see the punishment the people of fire are enduring, they immediately make dua: Rabbana la taj'alna ma'al qawmidh dhalimin — O Allah, do not place us among the wrongdoers.Then they recognise people. They call out to the people of fire and they know them — ya'rifoonahum bisimaahum — by the marks on them. And this makes sense, because the Ashab al-A'raf are the in-between people. In their life on earth, they moved between both worlds. Sometimes in the company of good people, sometimes in the company of bad. So on Yawmul Qiyamah, they look at Jahannam and they see faces they know. And they look at Jannah and they see faces they know too.They point to the people of Jannah — people like Bilal, like Sumayyah, like Khabab ibn al-Aratt — and they say to the people of fire: are these the ones you swore would receive no mercy from Allah? Look where they are now.Why Do They Get to Enter?And then comes the moment. Allah says to the Ashab al-A'raf: udkhulul jannah — enter Jannah.Some of the mufassirun say this is the Ashab al-A'raf congratulating the people of Jannah as they enter. Others say it is the angels — who had been guarding the Ashab al-A'raf at the heights, preventing them from moving — now giving them permission to enter.

Friday Sermon delivered by Hazrat Khalifatul Masih V (aba) - 06 MAR 2026

Hier finden Sie die aktuelle Khutba von Hadhrat Khalifat-ul-Massih V (aba) mit deutscher Übersetzung.Hudhur (aba) sagte, dass der Zweck der Botschaft, die der Heilige Prophet (saw) gebracht hat, darin bestand, die Menschen zum Glauben an den einen Gott, zu Seiner Anbetung, zur Verwirklichung Seiner Einheit und zum Streben in dieser Hinsicht zu führen sowie die Rechte zu erfüllen, die den Mitmenschen geschuldet sind, damit die Menschen harmonisch zusammenleben können.Hudhur (aba) sprach über die Rolle der muslimischen Länder in den aktuellen Unruhen, die Bedrohung durch die Errichtung militärischer Stützpunkte in muslimischen Ländern, das Säen von Zwietracht unter muslimischen Ländern, die Notwendigkeit von Gerechtigkeit und der Wahrung der Rechte anderer sowie darüber, dass die muslimische Ummah sich vereinen sollte. Wenn Sie die aktuelle Khutba mit deutscher Übersetzung als Video sehen möchten, besuchen Sie unseren YouTube-Kanal MTAGermany unter der Playlist „Freitagsansprachen 2026 - deutsche Übersetzung“ Wenn Sie die aktuelle Khutba mit deutschen Untertiteln sehen möchten, besuchen Sie unseren YouTube-Kanal MTAGermany unter der Playlist auf „Freitagsansprachen 2026 - deutsche Untertitel“. „Ich werde deine Botschaft bis ans Ende der Welt tragen“ Offenbarung an den Verheißenen Messias und Mahdi Abonnieren oder folgen Sie uns auch auf unseren Social Media Kanälen Instagram, Twitter und Facebook unter @Muslimtvde und erleben Sie unsere spannenden Formate! ©Copyright MTA International Germany Studios

For generations, Muslims have remembered Badr, admired the past, and grieved the present yet the question remains:  Why does an Ummah with numbers, resources, and strategic power still live in humiliation and defeat? A hard-hitting... The post From Badr to Defeat first appeared on Islampodcasts.

For generations, Muslims have remembered Badr, admired the past, and grieved the present yet the question remains:  Why does an Ummah with numbers, resources, and strategic power still live in humiliation and defeat? A hard-hitting address for anyone ready to face the roots of decline and make a change!

Urdu Friday Sermon delivered by Khalifa-tul-Masih on March 6th, 2026 (audio)

French translation of Friday Sermon delivered by Khalifa-tul-Masih on March 6th, 2026 (audio)

Turkish translation of Friday Sermon delivered by Khalifa-tul-Masih on March 6th, 2026 (audio)

Bulgarian translation of Friday Sermon delivered by Khalifa-tul-Masih on March 6th, 2026 (audio)

In this episode: The consolidation of Muslim control of North Africa; The illuminating legacies of Qayrawan, Tunis and Fez, and the role of the Maghrib region in even greater expansion for Islam, and the shaping of defining moments for the Ummah.

علامات قیامت کی آسان ترتیب - The Events That Will Shake the World - What the Ummah Must Know! Shaykh Saqib Iqbal> The signs of Qiyamah (the Day of Judgment) are unfolding — but do you know their order?>> In this episode, we break down the major and minor signs of the Last Day in a clear, easy-to-follow sequence — from the events already passed to the ones yet to come. Whether you're new to this topic or looking to deepen your understanding, this is your essential guide to what the Ummah must know before it's too late.>> From the trials of the Dajjal to the return of Isa (AS), from Gog and Magog to the final Hour — understand the timeline that will shake the entire world.>>

Ust. Hamza joins Dr. Syed for a deep and bracing conversation about what it truly means to be a man of strength in times of crisis. Ust. Hamza opens up about pursuing combat sports not for violence, but to confront fear itself, using it as a gateway to discuss the Islamic blueprint for building genuine courage. This isn't about bravado; it's about spiritual grounding, the prophetic example, and remembering death to truly live with purpose.Then, the conversation sharpens its focus. In an age of performative outrage, especially regarding Gaza, they dissect the moral cowardice lurking beneath much of our online "dawah." They challenge us to move beyond metrics and likes toward real civil disobedience and internal reform. The core argument is a return to a Quranic framework for change: one that starts with transforming the self, boycotting our own sins first, and finding strength in sincerity and gratitude, not secularized activism.This episode is a call to un-alive the ego, to discard imported ideologies like the "red pill," and to find our true model in the character of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). It's a roadmap for disillusioned men seeking real strength to face the real problems of the Ummah—not through branding, but through brotherhood, building institutions, and uplifting the next generation of leaders. This isn't just a podcast; it's a reset.

This is One Ummah News Hour — where we report what others avoid, ask the questions others won't, and speak clearly without fear and without apology. Tonight: • The African Union calls emergency talks as Sudan's war spills across borders.• A major review at the Court of Justice of the European Union could reshape hijab employment rights.• The continued detention of journalist Bilal Abdul Kareem raises serious press freedom concerns.• A courtroom incident involving Sheikh Sulayman al-Alwan sparks due process questions.• New Ramadan restrictions at Al-Aqsa Mosque intensify tensions.• And in finance — Gulf sovereign wealth funds increase investments in Western defense contractors. War spreads quietly.Courts shape identity.Capital moves without headlines.Sacred spaces face restrictions. The Ummah must pay attention. If this broadcast brought clarity —Share it. Engage with it. Support independent Muslim journalism. You Can't Ban The Dawah

A special tribute programme celebrating the remarkable 30-year journey of Moulana Heidar Ally Dhorat at Radio Islam International — a pioneer, mentor and servant of the Ummah whose leadership helped shape a voice of guidance for generations. Join us as we reflect on three decades of unwavering commitment, sincerity and service to the Deen.

Honouring a legacy of dedication and vision

At 21 years old, he conquered Constantinople — a city that stood unconquered for 1,123 years.However, this isn't just history; it serves as a blueprint for the Muslim youth of today.In Episode 1 of Rise of the Ummah Series, we explore the life of Mehmed II, also known as Mehmed Al-Fatih, the young Muslim leader who fulfilled the famous Prophetic glad tidings about the conquest of Constantinople in 1453.But more importantly…He didn't just conquer a city. He built a civilization.With special guest Salim Khan — author of The Golden Age of Islam, The Warriors of Islam, and Women in Islam — we break down the discipline, mentorship, faith, psychological warfare, and mercy that shaped one of the most remarkable Muslim leaders in history.This episode is not about glorifying war.It's about understanding the mindset that builds greatness.⏱ Episode Breakdown00:00 mins – Introduction to Rise of the Ummah02:15 mins – Who Was Mehmed Al-Fatih?05:15 mins – Discipline, Mentorship & Early Grooming10:37 mins – Ascending the Throne & Early Struggles15:57 mins – Preparing for Constantinople20:22 mins – The Golden Horn Strategy (Ships Across Land)23:17 mins – The 53-Day Siege & Psychological Warfare29:27 mins – The Final Night Speech & Morale32:46 mins – The Fall of Constantinople36:30 mins – Mercy, Hagia Sophia & Building a Civilization49:18 mins – Leadership Lessons for Muslim Youth53:11 mins – Read. Knowledge. The Real Conquest

As-Salaamu Alaikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh.Tonight on One Ummah News Hour:From Southeast Asia to West Africa, from Gaza to Detroit — we examine the stories shaping the Ummah and beyond.• Malaysia investigates a cryptocurrency platform over Shariah compliance concerns.• Nigeria moves to regulate Islamic schools nationwide.• A U.S. housing probe involving a Muslim development project in Texas.• Palestinians work to restore Gaza's historic Great Omari Mosque.• Detroit volunteers unite to feed families amid rising need.• And in sports — rising Moroccan talent in Europe and leadership legacy in MMA.The Ummah is tested — but present.Challenged — but resilient.Global — yet connected.We report with accountability.We report with dignity.We report with truth.As-Salaamu Alaikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh.

Are the Ulema Leading or Hiding? When scholars use knowledge as a shield for rulers instead of a light for people, what happens to the Ummah?When staying quiet becomes betrayal, who breaks the silence? Join... The post Are the Ulema Leading or Hiding? first appeared on Islampodcasts.

Are the Ulema Leading or Hiding? When scholars use knowledge as a shield for rulers instead of a light for people, what happens to the Ummah?When staying quiet becomes betrayal, who breaks the silence? Join the speaker as he explores the reality the danger of silenced scholars, and the heavy responsibility of commanding good and forbidding evil.

In this episode of One Ummah News Hour, we break down the latest developments impacting the global Muslim community—from geopolitical shifts and legal decisions to security concerns and humanitarian crises. Analysts warn that political transitions, border instability, and economic hardship are being exploited across multiple regions, with civilians and public infrastructure increasingly caught in the middle. What was once confined to rural or remote areas is now reaching major cities, reshaping daily life and raising urgent questions about stability, accountability, and justice. This program delivers context, clarity, and perspective—beyond headlines and talking points.

Beyond Slogans: The Essence of Islamic Unity Ustadh Haitham, in the first speech, “Beyond Slogans: The Essence of Islamic Unity,” highlighted that while the Ummah remains deeply united in grief, compassion, and concern over crises... The post Beyond Slogans: The Essence of Islamic Unity first appeared on Islampodcasts.

Beyond Slogans: The Essence of Islamic UnityUstadh Haitham, in the first speech, “Beyond Slogans: The Essence of Islamic Unity,” highlighted that while the Ummah remains deeply united in grief, compassion, and concern over crises such as Gaza, Sudan, and Kashmir, it remains fragmented in action due to the absence of unified leadership and an overarching political structure. He emphasized that authentic Islamic unity is built upon discipline, coordination, and governance rooted in the Qur'an and Sunnah. He further explained that unity in Islam is not uniformity, but rather a unity of purpose and accountability, achievable only through restored leadership and collective responsibility that enables the Ummah to protect its people, uphold justice, and fulfill its role as witnesses over humanity.

Ustadh Zaki, in the second speech, “From Fragmentation to Strength: Building an Integrated Islamic Bloc,” explained that poverty in the Muslim world persists not because of a lack of resources, but due to political fragmentation, external economic control, and man-made systems that obstruct fair distribution of wealth. He highlighted the strategic significance of Muslim lands in global energy, agriculture, minerals, and trade, illustrating that division has turned abundance into dependency. Drawing on Islamic principles of justice and public ownership, he called for economic and political unity under Islamic governance, asserting that only an Islamic system can restore sovereignty, ensure equitable distribution of wealth, and protect the Ummah from exploitation.

Why your personal struggles never end until priorities shift? Sahil Adeem exposes a brutal mindset formula linking Ummah pain, identity, and peace, forcing you to question what deserves your energy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mu'allimah Atihya Sayed : Purpose-Driven Living : Discovering your role in the Ummah by Radio Islam

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The Salaf were placed at the forefront of this Ummah - not only in time, but in depth of understanding, precision of speech, and clarity of method.  Their knowledge was not scattered, their words were not excessive, and their approach to the religion was guarded from speculation and unnecessary complexity. Ustadh Muhammad Tim Humble begins explaining the book Faḍl ʿIlm as-Salaf ʿalā ʿIlm al-Khalaf by Ibn Rajab al-Ḥanbal, laying the groundwork for why the Salaf were recognised as more knowledgeable than those who came after them - and by what measures that superiority is understood. This explanation introduces the central themes of the book: the Salaf's distance from Kalām, their comprehensive yet restrained speech, their exacting relationship with the Arabic language, and the standards by which sound knowledge was historically weighed. If you want to understand the foundations of why the Salaf were treated as the benchmark in matters of understanding - this is the book for you. 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 #Islam #Dawah  

The Salaf were placed at the forefront of this Ummah - not only in time, but in depth of understanding, precision of speech, and clarity of method.  Their knowledge was not scattered, their words were not excessive, and their approach to the religion was guarded from speculation and unnecessary complexity. Ustadh Muhammad Tim Humble begins explaining the book Faḍl ʿIlm as-Salaf ʿalā ʿIlm al-Khalaf by Ibn Rajab al-Ḥanbal, laying the groundwork for why the Salaf were recognised as more knowledgeable than those who came after them - and by what measures that superiority is understood. This explanation introduces the central themes of the book: the Salaf's distance from Kalām, their comprehensive yet restrained speech, their exacting relationship with the Arabic language, and the standards by which sound knowledge was historically weighed. If you want to understand the foundations of why the Salaf were treated as the benchmark in matters of understanding - this is the book for you. 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 #Islam #Dawah

This Week on One Ummah News Hour In this week's episode, we bring you critical updates from across the Ummah and beyond. We begin with the ongoing war in Sudan, where civilians — including entire Muslim communities — remain trapped amid violence, displacement, and severe humanitarian shortages. We examine what's happening on the ground and why the world's silence continues. We then turn to India, where Muslims face growing legal, political, and social risks. From policy decisions to civil rights challenges, we break down how recent developments are impacting Muslim life and institutions. From there, we cover demonstrations in Iran, analyzing the regional, political, and societal implications through a grounded and informed lens. This episode also features a special editorial, offering reflection, context, and accountability beyond headlines — connecting events to broader patterns affecting the Ummah. We round out the hour with sports highlights from around the world and financial insights, including developments shaping markets, opportunity, and ethical participation in today's economy. 

One Ummah News Hour is a global Muslim-centered news broadcast delivering the stories that matter to the Ummah — with context, clarity, and truth. Hosted by Brother Zayd and a trusted team of journalists, analysts, and contributors, this program covers breaking news, humanitarian crises, civil rights, geopolitics, finance, culture, and sports — all through an unapologetically Muslim lens. From attacks on places of worship to refugee displacement, from policy decisions impacting Muslim communities to emerging economic trends shaping the future of the Ummah, One Ummah News Hour connects the dots mainstream outlets ignore. We report on the Ummah as one body — whether in Africa, the Middle East, South Asia, Europe, or the West — grounding every story in justice, accountability, and Islamic ethical awareness. Alongside hard news, we explore global finance, Shariah-aligned economic developments, and the social forces impacting Muslim life today. This is not sensationalism.This is not selective outrage.This is news with responsibility.  One Ummah News Hour — because truth unites hearts, even when borders divide us. New episodes regularly. Stay informed. Stay grounded. Stay connected.

In contemporary Indonesia the idea that Islam and Marxism are inherently incompatible has become deeply entrenched. However, as Lin Hongxuan's work Ummah Yet Proletariat: Islam, Marxism, and the Making of the Indonesian Republic (Oxford University Press, 2023) shows, the relationship between them in Indonesian history is deeply intertwined. Based on a wealth of Indonesian language sources, Lin traces over the half century between 1915 and 1965 how Islam and Marxism coexisted and converged in the Netherlands Indies and newly independent Indonesia. In addition to reframing Indonesian ideological history, the book also helpfully emphasises key actors' engagement with broader intellectual currents to situate them in a global historical context. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/history

In contemporary Indonesia the idea that Islam and Marxism are inherently incompatible has become deeply entrenched. However, as Lin Hongxuan's work Ummah Yet Proletariat: Islam, Marxism, and the Making of the Indonesian Republic (Oxford University Press, 2023) shows, the relationship between them in Indonesian history is deeply intertwined. Based on a wealth of Indonesian language sources, Lin traces over the half century between 1915 and 1965 how Islam and Marxism coexisted and converged in the Netherlands Indies and newly independent Indonesia. In addition to reframing Indonesian ideological history, the book also helpfully emphasises key actors' engagement with broader intellectual currents to situate them in a global historical context. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/history

In contemporary Indonesia the idea that Islam and Marxism are inherently incompatible has become deeply entrenched. However, as Lin Hongxuan's work Ummah Yet Proletariat: Islam, Marxism, and the Making of the Indonesian Republic (Oxford University Press, 2023) shows, the relationship between them in Indonesian history is deeply intertwined. Based on a wealth of Indonesian language sources, Lin traces over the half century between 1915 and 1965 how Islam and Marxism coexisted and converged in the Netherlands Indies and newly independent Indonesia. In addition to reframing Indonesian ideological history, the book also helpfully emphasises key actors' engagement with broader intellectual currents to situate them in a global historical context. 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 contemporary Indonesia the idea that Islam and Marxism are inherently incompatible has become deeply entrenched. However, as Lin Hongxuan's work Ummah Yet Proletariat: Islam, Marxism, and the Making of the Indonesian Republic (Oxford University Press, 2023) shows, the relationship between them in Indonesian history is deeply intertwined. Based on a wealth of Indonesian language sources, Lin traces over the half century between 1915 and 1965 how Islam and Marxism coexisted and converged in the Netherlands Indies and newly independent Indonesia. In addition to reframing Indonesian ideological history, the book also helpfully emphasises key actors' engagement with broader intellectual currents to situate them in a global historical context. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/islamic-studies

In contemporary Indonesia the idea that Islam and Marxism are inherently incompatible has become deeply entrenched. However, as Lin Hongxuan's work Ummah Yet Proletariat: Islam, Marxism, and the Making of the Indonesian Republic (Oxford University Press, 2023) shows, the relationship between them in Indonesian history is deeply intertwined. Based on a wealth of Indonesian language sources, Lin traces over the half century between 1915 and 1965 how Islam and Marxism coexisted and converged in the Netherlands Indies and newly independent Indonesia. In addition to reframing Indonesian ideological history, the book also helpfully emphasises key actors' engagement with broader intellectual currents to situate them in a global historical context. Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/southeast-asian-studies

In contemporary Indonesia the idea that Islam and Marxism are inherently incompatible has become deeply entrenched. However, as Lin Hongxuan's work Ummah Yet Proletariat: Islam, Marxism, and the Making of the Indonesian Republic (Oxford University Press, 2023) shows, the relationship between them in Indonesian history is deeply intertwined. Based on a wealth of Indonesian language sources, Lin traces over the half century between 1915 and 1965 how Islam and Marxism coexisted and converged in the Netherlands Indies and newly independent Indonesia. In addition to reframing Indonesian ideological history, the book also helpfully emphasises key actors' engagement with broader intellectual currents to situate them in a global historical context. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/intellectual-history

One Ummah News Hour | Out Today This episode of One Ummah News Hour confronts three critical stories shaping the reality of the Ummah today. We begin with the deeply troubling death of a Muslim Imam while in ICE custody—raising urgent questions about state violence, religious freedom, and the treatment of Muslim detainees in America. We examine what is known, what is being hidden, and why silence is not an option. Next, we address the growing bans on hijab, policies that target Muslim women under the guise of “neutrality” while stripping them of dignity, identity, and basic human rights. These bans are not isolated incidents—they are part of a broader campaign of erasure. We close with a powerful reminder of prophetic action on the ground: the tireless efforts of Imam Bilal Ali in Gainesville, Georgia, who continues to feed the homeless and serve the forgotten—showing us what Islam looks like when it moves beyond words and into action. This is not just news.This is accountability.This is One Ummah.

From atheist to Muslim at 75. From police artist to Islamic calligrapher. From abandoned at a bus stop to being embraced by the Ummah. Brother Yahya C's story is raw, real, and deeply moving. Proof that Allah guides whom He wills — at any age.

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Help us expand our Muslim media project here: https://www.thinkingmuslim.com/membershipDonate to our charity partner Baitulmaal here: http://btml.us/thinkingmuslim This week on The Thinking Muslim podcast, we are joined by Ibtihal Aboussad to discuss Microsoft's complicity in the Gaza genocide. We talk about the viral action she took against the company and her decision to place the Ummah and justice above her career.You can find Ibtihal Aboussad here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hal.ib.ti/Become a member here:https://www.thinkingmuslim.com/membershipOr give your one-off donation here: https://www.thinkingmuslim.com/donateListen to the audio version of the podcast:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7vXiAjVFnhNI3T9Gkw636aApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-thinking-muslim/id1471798762Purchase our Thinking Muslim mug: https://www.thinkingmuslim.com/merchFind us on:X: https://x.com/thinking_muslimLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-thinking-muslim/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Thinking-Muslim-Podcast-105790781361490Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thinkingmuslimpodcast/Telegram: https://t.me/thinkingmuslimBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/thinkingmuslim.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.com/@thinkingmuslimpodcastFind Muhammad Jalal here:X: https://twitter.com/jalalaynInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jalalayns/Sign up to Muhammad Jalal's newsletter: https://jalalayn.substack.comWebsite Archive: https://www.thinkingmuslim.comDisclaimer:The views expressed in this video are those of the individual speaker(s) and do not represent the views of the host, producers, platform, or any affiliated organisation. This content is provided for lawful, informational, and analytical purposes only, and should not be taken as professional advice. Viewer discretion is advised. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Help us expand our Muslim media project here: https://www.thinkingmuslim.com/membershipDonate to our charity partner Baitulmaal here: http://btml.us/thinkingmuslim In this exclusive interview with Sami Hamdi, we explore his recent detention by ICE, the shifting political atmosphere in the United States, and the broader state of the Ummah.You can find Sami Hamdi here:X: https://x.com/SALHACHIMIIG: https://www.instagram.com/salhachimiBecome a member here:https://www.thinkingmuslim.com/membershipOr give your one-off donation here: https://www.thinkingmuslim.com/donateListen to the audio version of the podcast:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7vXiAjVFnhNI3T9Gkw636aApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-thinking-muslim/id1471798762Purchase our Thinking Muslim mug: https://www.thinkingmuslim.com/merchFind us on:X: https://x.com/thinking_muslimLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-thinking-muslim/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Thinking-Muslim-Podcast-105790781361490Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thinkingmuslimpodcast/Telegram: https://t.me/thinkingmuslimBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/thinkingmuslim.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.com/@thinkingmuslimpodcastFind Muhammad Jalal here:X: https://twitter.com/jalalaynInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jalalayns/Sign up to Muhammad Jalal's newsletter: https://jalalayn.substack.comWebsite Archive: https://www.thinkingmuslim.comDisclaimer:The views expressed in this video are those of the individual speaker(s) and do not represent the views of the host, producers, platform, or any affiliated organisation. This content is provided for lawful, informational, and analytical purposes only, and should not be taken as professional advice. Viewer discretion is advised. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Imagine waking up one day and realising everything you believed was true… was a lie. The scariest part? You were convinced you were right the entire time. Ignorance isn't harmless. It's the disease that blinds a person while they believe they can see. Across the world, Muslims have endless access to knowledge - reminders, verses, hadith, fatawa - all just a scroll away. Yet never has confusion been so widespread. Sins parade as "freedom." Music is suddenly rebranded as "halal" by modern du'āt despite clear proof to the contrary. Zina, alcohol, and misguidance are no longer shameful - they're personal "choices," "differences of opinion," and "no big deal." The signs of the Hour flicker around us while people argue online. The guardians of knowledge diminish, and ignorance confidently rises to take their place - shaping beliefs, corrupting morals, and slowly dismantling the Ummah from within. People feel confident discussing matters that once made the greatest Sahabah pause. Opinions replace evidence. Impulse replaces forbearance. Foolishness replaces understanding. Ignorance isn't just "not knowing." It is turning away from the truth when it comes. It is rejecting what saves the soul. It is the very reason past nations fell - even after witnessing miracles with their own eyes. It is why some Muslims cannot recognise truth anymore - even when it stands clearly in front of them. It is why sins feel easier than obedience. It is why misguided voices sound convincing. It is why the heart feels dark, heavy, and spiritually dead. This lecture by Ustadh Abdulrahman Hassan dives deep into the Qur'an and Sunnah to expose: • How ignorance destroys Iman • Why it leads to shirk, sin, and moral collapse • The spiritual blindness that blocks truth • Why Allah turns away from those who turn away from knowledge • The simple, powerful cures Allah has given us So now, the real question comes to be - are you okay being ignorant? Or will you revive your heart with the light Allah revealed? 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 #Islam #Dawah

Born Muslim or a revert for years. Praying five times a day. Yet you still Google “is my prayer valid?” at every mistake in Salah. You trade daily but barely know the forms of Riba. You make business deals without learning the rulings of Buyu'. You'll debate world politics with confidence, but when it comes to Taharah or the fundamentals of the Deen? Silence. The scholars of Islam memorised on their deathbeds, still learning until their last breath. Meanwhile, you keep putting it off, living as if knowledge is for “later,” while every day takes you closer to meeting Allah. Allah raises the people of knowledge above all others. So what are you waiting for? In this reminder, Ustadh Abdulrahman Hassan unveils the one reason you were created, exposes why “ChatGPT fatwas” and shortcuts are ruining your Deen, and revives the tried and tested method of seeking Islamic knowledge that the Ummah has forgotten. Don't let another day slip away. Every delay is meeting Allah with less. Watch now, and make this the day your journey begins. 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 #islamicknowledge #seekingknowledge #islamiclectures #islamicmotivation