Qur'an Connection by Good Tree Academy
165 episodes - English - Latest episode: 22 days ago - ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsMaking Allah's guidance meaningful for everyone is part of the mission of Good Tree Academy, an Islamic school with Pre-K to high school curriculum in learning Arabic, Qur'an and equivalent core curriculum to local public schools. Qur'an Connection seeks to share guidance for everyone seeking it. Support our project at www.goodtreeacademy.org/donate?id=pd
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The Dividends of Spending Time with The Qur’an
May 28, 2021 22:00 - 17 minutes - 11.8 MBUstadh Michael Wolfender has words of encouragement for Good Tree Academy students to spend their summer building on what they’ve learned this school year from Allah’s Book. The Qur’an is Allah’s Book with benefits from reciting its verses. It is the final revelation from Allah complete with His Words. The Qur’an brings humans from darkness to light. The Qur’an is a cure and protection and it makes you a better person. Listen as Ustadh Michael shares the story of an early accepter of Islam...
7 Ways to Receive Protection from Angels
May 14, 2021 21:00 - 19 minutes - 13.2 MBUstadh Michael Wolfender reminds us how angels will visit us when it is our time to return to Allah. It can be a time to be happy to see and meet them, especially if you’ve taken advantage of seven times when angels pray for you: When you are eating suhoor, the pre-dawn meal prior to fasting, angels mention you to Allah based on your intention, as Allah says fasting is between Him and His believer. Arrive early to be in the first row at the masjid Sit after salah and remember Allah as a...
Unseen but not Unreal: Preparing for the Annual Visit from Angels
May 09, 2021 16:00 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MBUstadh Michael Wolfender recites from five surahs in the Holy Qur’an where Allah explains, among other aspects of angels, the protection He provided the delivery of His Book by Angel Gabriel. Al-Qadr (97 The Power) discusses the one night every year in the last third of Ramadan when Allah floods the earth with angels and why this night carries the power of 1000 months. Even Angel Gabriel descends on earth that night, though his mission of delivering the Qur’an to Prophet Muhammad ﷺ is compl...
Learning to Seek and Understand Our Creator
May 01, 2021 21:00 - 16 minutes - 11.3 MBUstadh Michael Wolfender uses surahs Ar-Ra’d (13 The Thunder) and Ibrahim (14 Abraham) and their explanations to help teach the unending value of learning to seek and understand Allah, as this brings true relaxation and peace. All of the messengers Allah sent delivered the same message that Allah is our Provider, place your trust in Him and that He controls all. Our job is to worship and please Allah. Verses 32 - 34 of Surah Ibrahim describe Allah and His Might with some examples includi...
How Ramadan Makes You a Better Person
April 16, 2021 22:00 - 17 minutes - 11.9 MBThe Muslim lunar calendar means Ramadan moves back about 10 days every year. Ramadan is a month where Muslims fast, staying away from food and drink during the daytime as primary items per Allah’s Command. When you are strong enough to stay away from food and drink during the daytime, you realize you have the power to stay away from what you're not supposed to do and to withhold yourself from something you really want. The most successful Ramadans begin with a plan, which correlates to tak...
Asking for Forgiveness and its Bounty
April 09, 2021 13:00 - 17 minutes - 11.8 MBGuest khateeb Hammad Qasim Siddiqui describes why Allah created each of us imperfect, prone to error. This creates our opportunity to ask for His Forgiveness and understand how close He is to each of us. In Surah Al-Furqan (25 The Criterion): Allah says: “Except those who repent and believe (in Islamic Monotheism), and do righteous deeds, for those, Allah will change their sins into good deeds, and Allah is Oft-Forgiving, Most Merciful.” (25:70) A key to closeness to Allah is through dua ...
The Power of Ramadan
March 26, 2021 18:00 - 15 minutes - 10.8 MBAllah explains the significance of the month of Ramadan starting in the second surah of the Holy Qur’an: "Ramaḍân is the month in which the Qur’an was revealed as a guide for humanity with clear proofs of guidance and the standard ˹to distinguish between right and wrong˺. So whoever is present this month, let them fast. But whoever is ill or on a journey, then ˹let them fast˺ an equal number of days ˹after Ramaḍân˺. Allah intends ease for you, not hardship, so that you may complete the presc...
In hardship, call on Allah
March 19, 2021 19:00 - 18 minutes - 12.8 MBThere are seven surahs in the Holy Qu’ran referred to as the ‘musabeehat’ in Arabic. They start with phrases of glorification of Our Creator. They were revealed by Allah to bring comfort and relief to His Believers. The first is Surat Al-A'la (87 The Most High), This surah brought so much comfort of Prophet Muhammad that he often recited it in jummuah, the Friday congregation, and the Eid clebration prayers. Glorifying Allah reminds us of His Perfection and this world is not perfect. This br...
Lessons from Surah Al-Waqi'ah (56 The Inevitable): Gratitude in Depravity
March 05, 2021 16:00 - 17 minutes - 11.7 MBUstadh Michael Wolfender recites from Surah Quraysh (106 Quraysh) where Allah acknowledges the blessings He provided people in Mecca at the time of Islam’s onset. These blessings included a variety of food and safety in a desert. However, when humans get used to blessings as normal, they forget these favors indeed are blessings from Our Creator. This can even lead to, as in the case for the Quraysh, disbelieving in the Signs of Allah by not being thankful to Him. This angers Allah. So we sh...
Parenting Advice from Surah Yusuf
February 27, 2021 01:00 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MBImam Ilir Aliji shares guidance from Surah Yusuf (12 Joseph) on interaction between children and parents. Support the show
Lessons from 2 Verses in Surah Al-An'am (6 The Cattle)
February 23, 2021 02:00 - 16 minutes - 11.2 MBSurah Al-Anam (The Cattle ) is the sixth chapter of the Qur'an with 165 verses which were revealed all at once. Ustadh Michael Wolfender shares two verses or ayah from the Holy Qur'an which ultimately underscore the peace of Islam in its appropriate practice. Translations of the two ayah from Arabic are: "Indeed, Allah is the One Who causes seeds and fruit stones to sprout. He brings forth the living from the dead and the dead from the living. That is Allah! How can you then be deluded ˹fr...
Islam’s View of Racial Equality
February 12, 2021 18:00 - 19 minutes - 13.1 MBUstadh Michael Wolfender shares the story of early Muslims provided safety from persecution by migrating to Africa and examples of early believers in Islam who were black. Piety and character is what we should value in our fellow humans, not the color of their skin. Support the show
The Power of the Qur’an
February 06, 2021 02:00 - 18 minutes - 12.5 MBUstadh Michael Wolfender was looking for the beauty of the Qur’an and shares how he found its power, in particular while listening to Surat ‘Abasa (80 He Frowned). Allah trains your heart to be touched by the Qur'an when you seek to only worship Him. Whoever who has a heart who wants to know Allah is the best. This is a premise in Surat ‘Abasa referencing the blind man who is now memorialized in the Qur’an. Allah made him famous due to his dedication to learn about Him. And the lesson Allah ...
Remember 4 Lessons from John the Baptist (Prophet Yahya)
February 03, 2021 03:00 - 17 minutes - 11.9 MBAll of Allah’s messengers came with the same message: worship Allah alone. Ustadh Michael Wolfender shares four lessons from a contemporary of Jesus, John the Baptist, and their correlation to the fifth ayat of Surat Al-Bayyinah (98 The Clear Proof): “... even though they were only commanded to worship Allah ˹alone˺ with sincere devotion to Him in all uprightness, establish prayer, and pay alms-tax. That is the upright Way.” (98:5) What are these lessons from Allah’s prophet? Don’t worship...
Lessons from Ibrahim, His Duas and the Power of Prayer
January 23, 2021 03:00 - 14 minutes - 10.3 MBAmong the lessons from Prophet Ibrahim is that of conviction at a young age, guidance and steadfastness in belief. Ustadh Michael Wolfender references two passages in the Qur’an of Allah telling Ibrahim’s story, beginning with Surah Al-Anbya (21 The Prophets) from ayah 57 - 65. Ibrahim advised those in his community that when they would be gone, he would take action against their devotion to idolatry. And when the community was away, he broke their idols, except for the biggest one where he ...
Your Ticket to Paradise
January 15, 2021 20:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MBDo you get upset standing in the security line before an airline trip or do you get excited about the destination? Ustadh Michael Wolfender uses this analogy to help prepare us for the best journey ever – the life Allah provides us and what to do to earn paradise. Allah tells us in Surat At-Tur (52 The Mount): “Indeed, the righteous will be in Gardens and bliss, enjoying whatever their Lord will have granted them. And their Lord will have protected them from the torment of the Hellfire. ˹Th...
Lessons from Having A Lot and What To Do With It
January 08, 2021 20:00 - 16 minutes - 11.7 MBUstadh Michael Wolfender shares the story of a prophet, two bad guys and their fate with what Allah provides and how we can learn to remember Allah, avoid being arrogant and harming others. Support the show
A Lesson on the Blessing of Praying on Time
December 25, 2020 20:00 - 5 minutes - 3.91 MBThe kings who were father and son, Dawood and Suleiman (as), were aware of where their blessings came from, so Allah gave them more because they had the right attitude. In Surat An Naml (27 The Ant), Allah gives examples of these prophets acknowledging their blessings from Allah. In Surat Sad (38 The Letter ‘Saad’), Allah acknowledges the blessing Dawood was provided in his son: “And We blessed David with Solomon—what an excellent servant ˹he was˺! Indeed, he ˹constantly˺ turned ˹to Allah˺....
How to Be Thankful to Allah so He Provides More
December 18, 2020 20:00 - 20 minutes - 13.8 MBIn this season of thanks, Ustadh Michael Wolfender provides lessons from Surat An Naml (27 The Ant) focusing on a father and son who naturally and genuinely thanked Allah (27:15-16) Who thusly granted them more and more. The father Dawood and his son Suleiman were kings in their time who recognized how Allah provides individuals favors specific to each of us. You simply have to look and recognize them and be thankful to Allah. Like when Suleiman was leading an army and heard an ant as refere...
Ditching the Game Controller Means Controlling Your Life
December 11, 2020 20:00 - 21 minutes - 15.1 MBQur'an will give us cure and is a mercy for believers. Ustadh Michael Wolfender provides the example of one of the early believers in Islam, a slave, and how the Qur’an made him strong despite torture he endured for his faith. Ustadh Michael uses this example to illustrate how many are slaves to video games, which inherently, due to addictive behavior, teach you how not to take care of yourself. As stimulating activities, the psychology of video games makes the participants eager for further...
Allah Advises the Key to Success in An-Nahl (16 The Bee)
November 27, 2020 20:00 - 16 minutes - 11.4 MBNothing is perfect except Allah summarizes Ustadh Michael Wolfender, referencing An-Nahl (16 The Bee), the 14-page surah wherein Allah lists many of His Blessings (see ayat 78 – 81). For example, Ayah 8 advises His Favor of what animals have been provided to ride without which some areas could not be reached. Ayat 10 – 11, 65 and 67 discuss how Allah sends rain as water for drinking and for plants to grow which then makes food for cattle to graze. As Brother Michael phrases: “flavors in frui...
Focusing on Faith and Guidance from the Final Messenger ﷺ
November 20, 2020 20:00 - 14 minutes - 9.72 MBAt the beginning of Surat Al-Azhab (33 The Combined Forces) Allah swt addresses the value of believing in His final messenger, Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. In verse 21, saying: "Indeed, in the Messenger of Allah you have an excellent example for whoever has hope in Allah and the Last Day, and remembers Allah often." And then affirming those who follow, from verse 23: " Among the believers are men who have proven true to what they pledged to Allah. Some of them have fulfilled their pledge ˹with their ...
3 Qualities of Success from Surat Al-Ambya (23 The Prophets)
November 13, 2020 19:00 - 16 minutes - 11.6 MBLearn three qualities to ensure Allah provides an immediate answer. Ustadh Michael Wolfender takes us through Surat Al-Ambya (21 The Prophets) where Allah details the stories of at least a dozen prophets and lessons we can learn from, including the commandments provided to Moses, Ibrahim’s destroying of idols, Noah’s ultimate dua, Job’s calling out to his Master, and the famous dua from Jonah trapped in a whale. Of the prophets mentioned, each embodied three qualities warranting Allah’s im...
Learning from Surat Al-Mu'minun (23 The Believers)
August 28, 2020 19:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MBUstadh Michael Wolfender shares learnings from Surat Al-Mu’minun on how amazing Allah is. Brother Michael advises how the surah opens with the first four ayat guaranteeing success to believers who follow what Allah ordains: care about prayer, do not waste time and share. Believers will be winners when they are serious about praying salah and care about prayer, use time productively and are charitable. Believers give what they like to others, understanding Allah is The Provider and He can giv...
The Legacy of Our Prophet ﷺ
August 21, 2020 19:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MBAs the new Hijri calendar year begins, Ustadh Michael Wolfender reflects on the legacy of our prophet Muhammad ﷺ and how he would love to see those who love him, which includes believers of today. Brother Michael shares how Allah revealed Surah Al Kawthar (108 The Abundance) as comfort and to advise His messenger of the legacy he would provide humanity. Takeaway lessons include trusting in Allah alone, worry about pleasing Allah and He will make you the best. Support the show
Promoting Community and Peace
August 14, 2020 19:00 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MBSchool’s back in session at Good Tree Academy and Ustadh Michael Wolfender kicks off the year explaining how, in a time of uncertainty, community and peace are foundations to achieve daily. Ustadh Michael Wolfender explains the value of reciting Surah Al Fatihah the most, as it is the perfect dua to ask of Allah, guiding our relationship with Him. Note at the end of this dua, we ask Allah to keep us among those who please Him and not the opposite. This speaks to the value of community and th...
Welcome to Jannah
July 31, 2020 01:00 - 4 minutes - 2.9 MBCelebrating Eid al-Adha with you, Ustadh Michael rejoices in the culmination to our Ten Best Days series by concluding with a description of what Allah promises His believers and we will be pleased with Him. Support the show
The Ultimate Gift
July 30, 2020 01:00 - 4 minutes - 2.82 MBOn the Day of Arafat, Ustadh Michael Wolfender reminds us of the most important day when we will meet Allah with our reckoning for eternity. As the ten best days conclude, Hajj is nearly complete for the pilgrims. They spent many hours preparing. Ustadh Michael helps us consider the preparations we are all making to meet our Master. We can use these simple three examples everyday, making every simple action a remembrance of Allah: looking for shade, drinking water and treating each other e...
Did you say yum?
July 29, 2020 01:00 - 4 minutes - 3.12 MBThe Eid celebration after Hajj and the best ten days commemorates sacrificing and sharing. Ustadh Michael Wolfender examines and extols the virtues behind obeying Allah’s commands in preparing meat to eat. What do you think about Ustadh Michael’s contention to vegetarians of the world? Our goal is to help spread understanding of Islam and Allah’s guidance, with the direction He’s provided. As humans, we are given the choice to follow the directions our Prophet peace be upon him has brought...
The Best Investment
July 28, 2020 01:00 - 2 minutes - 1.54 MBThe best investments we can make in this lifetime are those which we’ll carry towards the Hereafter - good deeds, engaging to understand Allah’s words in the Qur’an and offering prayer. Ustadh Michael Wolfender encourages an act to tip your scale of good deeds in your favor. Support Good Tree Academy at http://www.goodtreeacademy.org/donate Support the show
Patience and Appreciation
July 27, 2020 01:00 - 3 minutes - 2.37 MBUstadh Michael Wolfender is producing these podcasts to help believers understand the directions Allah provides so we can all increase our worship, particularly in the ten most blessed days. Ustadh Michael provides examples of exercising patience, particularly when performing Hajj. As Brother Michael explains, a second way to increase worship of Allah is to focus on and offer prayer. Support Good Tree Academy’s efforts to share Allah's Message online at http://goodtreeacademy.org/donate ...
The Glow of Humility
July 26, 2020 01:00 - 3 minutes - 2.17 MBUstadh Michael Wolfender discusses Ayah 35 of Surah Hajj which deviates from details on Hajj to discuss four qualities of believers: being humble before Allah, patience with what befalls believers, offering worship and prayer and spending from what Allah has provided. Each is a means to increase your connection with our Maker. Support Good Tree Academy at http://goodtreeacademy.org/donate Support the show
Significance of Obedience
July 25, 2020 01:00 - 3 minutes - 2.31 MBAllah invites believers to His House to witness what is good for us and to remember Him. Remember that Allah encourages this journey as one of the strongest acts of obedience in worshiping and connecting to Him. Brother Michael’s newest video helps you connect with our Master and perfect our worship of Him, no matter how far you may be from Allah’s House. Support the show
A Message of Truth
July 24, 2020 01:00 - 4 minutes - 3.05 MBThe idea of bearing witness and being a testimony to Islam’s message of truth is an idea to help believers remain steadfast on Allah’s straight path. Support the show
Call to Worship
July 23, 2020 01:00 - 3 minutes - 2.21 MBWe’re on Day Two of the ten blessed days, as millions of believers would love to converge in Mecca this year but cannot accept Allah’s invitation to His House. Allah understands your intention, whether it’s a hope to be on a physical journey to Mecca and where you may be on your path of faith within Islam. Allah has declared Islam as THE religion for humanity and given us the gift of prayer to worship Him. Ustadh Michael Wolfender further explains how Prophet Ibrahim was chosen to build Al...
The Ten Best Days
July 22, 2020 04:00 - 3 minutes - 2.32 MBAre you ready to show Allah your steadfast belief in Him in what He calls the best ten days? Ustadh Michael Wolfender explains why Allah selects the beginning of Hajj for such a precious time. Support the show
Surah An-Nas (114 The Mankind) Recitation, Meaning and Context
May 20, 2020 19:00 - 4 minutes - 3.31 MBZahrah from 3rd grade completes our recitation of Juz 'Amma by sharing Surah An-Nas. We offer the final surah to seek refuge with Allah from the retreating whisperers. As mentioned with Surah Al-Falaq, with regards to Prophets Musa and Muhammad ﷺ offering similar sentiments (see 40:27 and 44:20), this reflects their conviction on not giving up preaching the Word of Truth, not caring for detractors’ actions, having sought refuge with Allah, our Creator and Rabb of the whole universe. 4th gra...
Surah Al-Falaq (113 The Daybreak) Recitation, Meaning and Context
May 17, 2020 19:00 - 3 minutes - 2.76 MB3rd grader Adilah recites Surah Al-Falaq, a powerful surah we offer in worship seeking refuge with Allah from all evils. Both Prophets Musa and Muhammad ﷺ recited similar messages, indicating their conviction in Allah as the Supreme Power, that all powers in this world are insignificant against Him, and that no one can harm one who has taken His refuge.Adilah also teaches ten vocabulary words used throughout the Qur’an. Zayd from 3rd grade and Ustadh Michael Wolfender share some benefits fro...
Surah Al-Ikhlas (112 The Sincerity) Recitation and Meaning
May 15, 2020 19:00 - 3 minutes - 2.22 MBUmar’s 3rd grade recitation of Surah Al-Ikhlas provides one of the foundations of Islam in four brief sentences, making it easy to read and recite. Prophet Muhammad ﷺ regarded this surah equivalent to one-third of the Qur’an in underscoring the principles of Tawheed, oneness of God. Umar also shares the meaning of Surah Al-Ikhlas and five vocabulary words to help connect you to the Holy Qur’an. Support the show
Surah Al-Masad (111 The Palm Fiber) Recitation and Meaning
May 13, 2020 19:00 - 3 minutes - 2.26 MB3rd grader Adilah recites Surah Al-Masad, in which Allah has cursed Abu Lahab and his wife who were opponents of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. Of all of Islam’s persecutors, Abu Lahab, the prophet ﷺ‘s own uncle, is the only person condemned by name in the Qur’an. This revelation, at the time, showed a non-relative could become near and dear based on belief, and a near relation may become non-relative as a disbeliever. Abdullah shares the meaning of Surah Al-Masad, teaching nine vocabulary words and p...
Surah An-Nasr (110 The Divine Support) Recitation and Meaning
May 11, 2020 19:00 - 3 minutes - 2.34 MB3rd grader Aminah’s recitation of Surah An-Nasr should bring a smile as it indicates the Prophet ﷺ’s mission has been fulfilled. We learn victory is not an occasion of exultation but to glorify Allah. Victory comes with the help of Allah. Aminah shares the meaning of Surah An-Nasr and ten vocabulary words to help you understand further in connecting with the Qur’an. Support the show
Surah Al-Kafirun (109 The Disbelievers) Recitation and Meaning
May 09, 2020 19:00 - 3 minutes - 2.26 MBSarah from 5th grade recites Surah Al-Kafirun which carries a lesson in living together. Allah provides the commandment not to compromise in matters of religion. This surah was not revealed to advocate religious tolerance as some think today. The prophet ﷺ‘s enemies consistently approached him ﷺ with proposals to compromise. This definitive and decisive reply from Allah indicated there would be no ‘give and take.’ Sarah shares the meaning of Surah Al-Kafirun and eight vocabulary words to le...
Surah Al-Kawthar (108 The Abundance) Recitation and Meaning
May 06, 2020 19:00 - 4 minutes - 2.79 MBAdilah from 3rd grade recites Surah Al-Kawthar, in which Allah records the name of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ everlasting. This surah was revealed in the early stages of prophethood when he ﷺ was enduring extremely difficult conditions, including being ostracized by his ﷺ community, his ﷺ handful of companions were helpless poor people who were also being persecuted and tyrannized. The Prophet ﷺ was grieving the death of his ﷺ two sons, while near relatives and his clan rebuked him ﷺ. In just one s...
Surah Al-Ma'un (107 The Small Kindnesses) Recitation, Meaning and Context
May 03, 2020 19:00 - 4 minutes - 3.34 MB3rd grader Misbah recites Surah Al-Ma’un with two lessons: Disbelief in the Hereafter is the main cause of moral decay. God consciousness, social welfare and caring about others’ necessities of life are the main purpose of salah (prayer). Misbah shares the meaning of Surah Al-Ma’un, with the lesson that Allah wants each of us to have a good heart. A sign of sincerity is giving to those who need help. Learn seven vocabulary words from this surah to see where they are used elsewhere in the Qu...
Surah Quraysh (106 Quraysh) Recitation, Meaning and Context
April 30, 2020 19:00 - 3 minutes - 2.64 MBMariam from 5th grade recites Surah Quraysh, where Allah references the abundance He provided the Quraysh, including the favors detailed in Surah Al-Fil, with a lesson of believing in Allah, the Provider of Sustenance. Mariam shares the meaning of Surah Quraysh and five vocabulary words to learn to help understand meaning in reading the Qur’an. Mariam and Ustadh Michael Wolfender spend 1:30 reviewing some lessons from Surah Quraysh, including the favors Allah provides and what that means ...
Surah Al-Fil (105 The Elephant) Recitation, Meaning and Context
April 27, 2020 19:00 - 4 minutes - 3.32 MBAyyan’s 6th grade recitation of Surah Al-Fil demonstrates its simple flow, harkening to a significant event with a miracle of Allah saving His house (Al-Ka’bah) by destroying an army of 60,000 with elephants, through a flock of birds. Ayyan shares the meaning of Surah Al-Fil, the miracle of Allah saving His House and seven vocabulary words to learn and look for in other surahs throughout the Qur’an. 6th grader Sanan and Ustadh Michael Wolfender discuss some benefits of Surah Al-Fil. What ...
Surah Al-Humazah (104 The Traducer) Recitation and Meaning
April 25, 2020 19:00 - 3 minutes - 2.69 MBIn his recitation, Misbah from 3rd grade shares the warning from Surah Al-Humazah to the slanderer, defamer and stingy, who will earn hellfire. Listening to the cadence and verbiage guides the listener to understand why such an end is a fit one. Particularly when, in this world, it may appear such people with this character, may not suffer and appear to be thriving. Misbah explains Surah Al-Humazah carries Allah’s warning to share between those who have a lot and those who don’t. In additi...
Surah Al-'Asr (103 The Declining Day) Recitation, Meaning and Context
April 22, 2020 19:00 - 3 minutes - 2.61 MBAyyan shares his 6th grade recitation of Surah Al-’Asr. The formula for the way to salvation is to become a believer, do good deeds, be truthful and patient, and advise the same to others. Ayyan helps explain the guidance in Surah Asr, including how early believers in Islam recited this to each other upon leaving one another. Allah has only given humans intellect, for us to realize, understand and believe in His Guidance. Belief in the unseen is the measure of a believer. Obeying Allah and...
Surah Al-Fatihah (01 The Opener) Recitation, Meaning and Context
April 20, 2020 19:00 - 5 minutes - 4.02 MBPrayer is a conversation with our Creator. So we should understand the Qur’anic Arabic we recite. Study the Qur’an with the mental attitude of a seeker of truth. Recognize that the Lord of the Universe is the Source of All Knowledge. Begin the study of the Qur’an with this prayer to Allah for seeking His Guidance. Al-Fatihah is the prayer from Allah’s servant and the rest of the Qur’an is Allah’s answer. 4th grader Affan recites and shares the meaning of Surah Al-Fatihah. After parts of thr...
Sheltering In, Strengthening Connections
April 03, 2020 16:00 - 39 minutes - 27.1 MBIn lieu of Friday jummuah khutba, Good Tree Academy convenes online to share weekly reminders. Among the ayah Ustadh Michael Wolfender refers to include: Surah 27 An-Naml part of the last ayah (with adjustment of pronouns) Surah 25 Al-Furqaan ayah 1 - 2 End of the last ayah of Surah 17 Al-Israa Ustadh Michael advises on how everyone impacted by the COVID-19 affects can use this time to become a better person with an attitude of gratitude, to become more righteous, improve character and ...