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Sacred Knowledge Podcasts

49 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 11 years ago - ★★★★ - 10 ratings

Sacred Knowledge podcasts consist of authentic traditional Islamic knowledge from qualified teachers. Our podcasts range from audio and video lectures to classical Islamic songs. Visit sacredknowledge.co.uk for more material.

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Shaykh Muhammad Yaseen introducing Shaykh Sayyid Muhammad al-Yaqoubi July 2013

September 10, 2013 22:55 - 30 minutes - 27.6 MB

A beautiful introduction of a teacher by his student. Shaykh Yaseen masterfully introduces Shaykh Muhammad al-Yaqoubi, describing some of the recent incidents in the life of the noble Shaykh. A must listen.

Shaykh Taha al-Houdire leading tarawih prayers at the Al-Huda Zawiyah

July 27, 2012 16:20 - 3 minutes - 3.22 MB

An excerpt from tarawih prayers at the Al-Huda Zawiyah in Dewsbury, UK.

قطب الأقطاب | Qutb al-Aqtāb | Ustādh Mahmūd Ghafīr

March 13, 2012 23:52 - 6 minutes - 5.98 MB

Ustādh Mahmūd Ghafīr and band sing 'Qutb al-Aqtāb', a poem dedicated to the great Sufi Master, Imām Abul Hasan al-Shādhilī. The poem was composed by 'Allāmah Shaykh Muhammad al-Ya'qūbī during his journey to Imam Abul Hasan's shrine in Egypt in August 2004. Text of poem in Arabic with English translation can be downloaded here: www.sacredknowledge.co.uk/downloads/Poem%20to%20Imam%20Abul%20Hasan%20(Arabic%20and%20English).pdf www.youtube.com/watch?v=D8qmnTWPZf4

The Power of Dhikr | Shaykh Muhammad al-Yaqoubi | GPU 2010

June 23, 2011 23:04 - 1 hour - 346 MB Video

In this seminar held at the 'Global Peace and Unity' event in London (Oct 2010), Shaykh Muhammad al-Yaqoubi talks about dhikr, its various meanings and benefits. The Q&A session at the end covers topics such as the need for a spiritual guide, reciting the Names of Allah, and dhikr from the Sunna.

Talama Ashku Gharami | al-Hajj Muhammad al-Barraq

June 20, 2011 21:32 - 1 minute - 1.17 MB

A short maghribi rendition of "Talama Ashku Gharami..." Performed by Shaykh Muhammad al-Barraq (rahimahullah)

On the Syrian Uprising: The Problem and the Solution | Shaykh Muhammad al-Yaqoubi

June 15, 2011 19:46 - 30 minutes - 221 MB Video

In the wake of his criticism of the Syrian regime, the Government bans Shaykh Muhammad al-Yaqoubi from public speaking. On 12th May 2011, the world-renowned scholar, Shaykh Muhammad al-Yaqoubi, was dismissed from his job as Friday speaker and lecturer at the Jami' al-Hasan mosque in central Damascus. He was also banned from public speaking, teaching and all religious activities. This decision comes following his 6th May Friday sermon in which he denounced the brutality of the regim...

Inna F'il-Jannati.. | al-Hajj Muhammad al-Barraq

June 13, 2011 12:40 - 2 minutes - 2.57 MB

"Love of the ahl al-bayt is an obligation, And with this love we are not fearful of calamities..." Performed by Shaykh Muhammad al-Barraq (rahimahullah)

Women in Islam | Shaykh Muhammad al-Yaqoubi

May 28, 2011 23:00 - 46 minutes - 52.4 MB

In this Friday Khutba delivered at the New York Islamic Center (USA) in 2001, Shaykh Muhammad al-Yaqoubi discusses the role of women in Islam. Shaykh Muhammad highlights how Islam honours women by granting them rights and making them equal before God, as well as giving examples of female Muslim scholars who made significant contributions to Islamic civilisation.

Importance of the 99 Beautiful Names of Allah | Shaykh Yaseen

May 19, 2011 23:00 - 19 minutes - 212 MB Video

Shaykh Yaseen discusses the importance of the Beautiful Names of Allah (al-Asma ul-Husna), and also talks about the 'Greatest Name' (al-Ismu'l a'zam), and what the ulema and awliya have said about it.

Shaykh Yaseen introduces Shaykh Muhammad al-Yaqoubi

May 16, 2011 15:01 - 9 minutes - 105 MB Video

Shaykh Muhammad Yaseen, Imam and teacher at Woodlands Road Mosque in Birmingham, UK, introduces his teacher, Shaykh Muhammad al-Yaqoubi in April 2011 at the beginning of the course 'The 99 Beautiful Names of Allah'.

A Conversation with the Beloved | Shaykh Muhammad al-Yaqoubi

April 24, 2011 23:00 - 32 minutes - 54.4 MB

A classic lecture by Shaykh Muhammad al-Yaqoubi delivered at the 2005 Wembley Mawlid (London).

Nur al-Huda | al-Hajj Muhammad al-Barraq

April 24, 2011 23:00 - 1 minute - 1.56 MB

Nur al-Huda performed by the late Shaykh Muhammad al-Barraq (rahimahullah)

Ya Imam ar-Rusli | al-Hajj Muhammad al-Barraq

April 17, 2011 17:05 - 4 minutes - 3.81 MB

Ya Imam ar-Rusli performed by the late Shaykh Muhammad al-Barraq (rahimahullah)

أحداث سورية خطبة الجمعة للشيخ محمد اليعقوبي من دمشق

April 11, 2011 00:26 - 21 minutes - 98.2 MB Video

موقف الإسلام من قتل الأبرياء وظلم الحكام للناس ‎خطبة الجمعة للشيخ محمد اليعقوبي ‫(‬مقتطفات‫)‬ ‎دمشق جامع الحسن - أبو رمانة  8 نيسان 2011 On The Syrian Uprising Murder and Oppression in Islam Shaykh Muhammad Al-Yaqoubi Extracts from Friday Sermon 8th April 2011 | Jami' Hasan Mosque Damascus, Syria

Bushra Lana | al-Hajj Muhammad al-Barraq

March 06, 2011 01:21 - 1 hour - 2.86 MB

Bushra Lana performed by the late Shaykh Muhammad al-Barraq (rahimahullah)

SallAllahu 'ala Taha | al-Hajj Muhammad al-Barraq

March 05, 2011 03:35 - 2 minutes - 2.52 MB

Beautiful Moroccan Qasida

Mawlid 1431 | Shaykh Yaseen

February 27, 2011 00:00 - 42 minutes - 39.4 MB

Shaykh Yaseen, student of Shaykh Muhammad al-Yaqoubi, delivers a lecture during the blessed month of Rabi' al-Awwal 1431 (2010). Visit www.sacredknowledge.co.uk for more lectures by Shaykh Yaseen, including a video lecture from Mawlid 1432 (Feb 2011).

Mawlid 1432 | Shaykh Yaseen

February 21, 2011 14:25 - 22 minutes - 264 MB Video

Shaykh Muhammad Yaseen, student of Shaykh Muhammad al-Yaqoubi, delivers a talk in honour of the Best of Creation, sallallahu 'alayhi wa sallam, in the blessed month of Rabi' al-Awwal 1432 (Feb 2011). This talk was given during a mawlid gathering in Burton-upon-Trent, UK.

Babu Hadi | باب هادي | Shaykhs Zuhayr, Ridwan & Yasin

February 09, 2011 07:00 - 3 minutes - 2.93 MB

"Door to the Guide of Mankind, Ahmad" - Traditional Qasida. Visit sacredknowledge.co.uk for Arabic text and accompanying English translation. Door to the Guide of Mankind, Ahmad Mercy of the Clear Truth In truth, a Reviver of the Deen Shaykh of all the Gnostics/Helper of the universe

Chronicles of the Prophets Part 8/8 | Shaykh Abdul Aziz Ahmed

February 08, 2011 06:00 - 20 minutes - 25.2 MB

Stories of the Prophets is a series of lectures taught by Shaykh Abdul Aziz Ahmed based mainly on the famous work of Ibn Kathir, "Qasas al-Anbiya" and also the more recent text, "al-Nubuwwa w'al-Anbiya" by Imam Muhammad al-Sabuni. Both texts have been translated into English. This podcast is the 8th and final part of the series.

Chronicles of the Prophets Part 7/8 | Shaykh Abdul Aziz Ahmed

February 07, 2011 06:00 - 1 hour - 83.5 MB

Stories of the Prophets is a series of lectures taught by Shaykh Abdul Aziz Ahmed based mainly on the famous work of Ibn Kathir, "Qasas al-Anbiya" and also the more recent text, "al-Nubuwwa w'al-Anbiya" by Imam Muhammad al-Sabuni. Both texts have been translated into English. This podcast is part 7 of 8.

Chronicles of the Prophets Part 6/8 | Shaykh Abdul Aziz Ahmed

February 06, 2011 08:00 - 1 hour - 87.9 MB

Stories of the Prophets is a series of lectures taught by Shaykh Abdul Aziz Ahmed based mainly on the famous work of Ibn Kathir, "Qasas al-Anbiya" and also the more recent text, "al-Nubuwwa w'al-Anbiya" by Imam Muhammad al-Sabuni. Both texts have been translated into English. This podcast is part 6 of 8.

Chronicles of the Prophets Part 5/8 | Shaykh Abdul Aziz Ahmed

February 05, 2011 14:44 - 55 minutes - 63.7 MB

Stories of the Prophets is a series of lectures taught by Shaykh Abdul Aziz Ahmed based mainly on the famous work of Ibn Kathir, "Qasas al-Anbiya" and also the more recent text, "al-Nubuwwa w'al-Anbiya" by Imam Muhammad al-Sabuni. Both texts have been translated into English. This podcast is part 5 of 8.

Chronicles of the Prophets Part 4/8 | Shaykh Abdul Aziz Ahmed

February 04, 2011 22:07 - 43 minutes - 50.7 MB

Stories of the Prophets is a long series of lectures taught by Shaykh Abdul Aziz Ahmed based mainly on the famous work of Ibn Kathir, "Qasas al-Anbiya" and also the more recent text, "al-Nubuwwa w'al-Anbiya" by Imam Muhammad al-Sabuni. Both texts have been translated into English. This podcast is part 4 of 8.

Chronicles of the Prophets Part 3/8 | Shaykh Abdul Aziz Ahmed

February 03, 2011 16:21 - 1 hour - 87.9 MB

Stories of the Prophets is a series of lectures taught by Shaykh Abdul Aziz Ahmed based mainly on the famous work of Ibn Kathir, "Qasas al-Anbiya" and also the more recent text, "al-Nubuwwa w'al-Anbiya" by Imam Muhammad al-Sabuni. Both texts have been translated into English. This podcast is part 3 of 8.

Chronicles of the Prophets Part 2/8 | Shaykh Abdul Aziz Ahmed

February 02, 2011 20:21 - 42 minutes - 49.2 MB

Stories of the Prophets is a long series of lectures taught by Shaykh Abdul Aziz Ahmed based mainly on the famous work of Ibn Kathir, "Qasas al-Anbiya" and also the more recent text, "al-Nubuwwa w'al-Anbiya" by Imam Muhammad al-Sabuni. Both texts have been translated into English. This podcast is part 2 of 8.

Chronicles of the Prophets Part 1/8 | Shaykh Abdul Aziz Ahmed

February 01, 2011 23:05 - 53 minutes - 61.6 MB

Stories of the Prophets is a long series of lectures taught by Shaykh Abdul Aziz Ahmed based mainly on the famous work of Ibn Kathir, "Qasas al-Anbiya" and also the more recent text, "al-Nubuwwa w'al-Anbiya" by Imam Muhammad al-Sabuni. Both texts have been translated into English. This podcast is part 1 of 8.

Yearning for the Beloved | Shaykh Muhammad al-Yaqoubi

January 27, 2011 15:37 - 55 minutes - 63.6 MB

Reflections on our Attachment to the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him). 1. Being a descendent of the Prophet 2. The Name of the Prophet Muhammad 3. Attachment fo the Prophet: Examples of the Ulema of Damascus 4. Yearning for the Messenger of Allah Shaykh Muhammad refers to Shaykh Ahmad al-Habbal in this talk, the great luminary of Shaam, who returned to his Lord in January 2009, may Allah shower him with mercy. Check out the podcast 'Shaykh Ahmad al-Habbal' for more informatio...

Imam Abu Hanifa | Shaykh Gibril Haddad

January 26, 2011 11:23 - 2 hours - 113 MB

Shaykh Gibril delivers a 2 hour lecture on this great Imam, al-Nu'man ibn Thabit ibn Kawus ibn Hurmuz ibn Marzuban, al-Imam Abu Hanifa, may Allah have mercy on him (80-150). He is the first of the four mujtahid Imams whose School survived to our time and acquired the greatest following among the Sunni Schools. He is known as "The Greatest Imam" (al-Imam al-a'zam). "Love of Abu Hanifa is part of the Sunna" - Muhammad ibn Khazim al-Taymi al-Sa'di al-Kufi (d. 195)

Hubb'un-Nabi | حب النبي | Shaykhs Zuhayr, Ridwan & Yasin

January 21, 2011 22:06 - 3 minutes - 3.65 MB

"Love of the Prophet" - Traditional Qasida. Visit sacredknowledge.co.uk for Arabic text and accompanying English translation. Love of the Prophet and his family is my relgion My true madhhab and conviction My support in all circumstances And forever - certainly I will not be let down

Ma Madda Likhayr-il-Khalqi Yada | ما مد لخير الخلق يدا | Shaykhs Zuhayr, Ridwan & Yasin

January 21, 2011 21:57 - 4 minutes - 3.98 MB

"Extend Your Hand" - Traditional Qasida. Visit sacredknowledge.co.uk for Arabic text and accompanying English translation. Extend your hand to the Best of all To be with him and hear his call For this I gave him both my hands To seek his help and see his hall

"Ha Mim" in Hizb al-Bahr | Shaykh Muhammad al-Yaqoubi

January 19, 2011 02:00 - 1 minute - 33.6 MB Video

Shaykh Muhammad al-Yaqoubi briefly explains why 'Ha Mim' is recited 7 times in the Hizb al-Bahr of Imam Abul Hasan al-Shadhili (rahimahullah)

Ahmad Ya Habibi | آحمد يا حبيبي | Shaykhs Zuhayr, Ridwan & Yasin

January 10, 2011 22:11 - 3 minutes - 3.51 MB

"Ahmad, my Beloved" - Traditional Qasida. View sacredknowledge.co.uk for Arabic text and accompanying English translation. Ahmad, my Beloved - peace be upon you O you, helper of the stranger - peace be upon you

Nur al-Huda | نور الهدى | Shaykhs Zuhayr, Ridwan & Yasin

January 10, 2011 19:40 - 3 minutes - 3.38 MB

"The Light of Guidance" - Traditional Qasida. Visit sacredknowledge.co.uk for accompanying Arabic text and English translation. The Light of Guidance has come to us By His splendour he has given us life By His encounter he has honoured us May our Lord send blessings upon him!

Talama Ashku Gharami | طالما أشكو غرامي | Shaykhs Zuhayr, Ridwan & Yasin

January 10, 2011 13:18 - 3 minutes - 3.02 MB

"How long will I yearn for my Beloved?" - Traditional Qasida. Visit sacredknowledge.co.uk for Arabic text and accompanying English translation. How long will my heart ache for my Beloved? O you, Light of the Universe And call out to you, O Tihami O you, Treasure of Goodness!

Ataynaka b'il Faqri | أتيناك بالفقر | Shaykhs Zuhayr, Ridwan & Yasin

January 10, 2011 12:05 - 6 minutes - 5.75 MB

"We come to You, poor and needy" - Traditional Qasida Visit sacredknowledge.co.uk for Arabic text and accompanying English translation. So poor we are nothing we have except our love for you The best of all we wish is that your love for us is due

Ya Imam al-Rusli | يا إمام الرسل | Shaykhs Zuhayr, Ridwan & Yasin

January 10, 2011 11:43 - 6 minutes - 6.21 MB

'O Imam of All Messengers' - Traditional Qasida Visit sacredknowledge.co.uk for Arabic text and accompanying English translation. O Imam of all Messengers of Allah On you I count to reach Jannah So in this life and the Hereafter Guide me through the way and hold my hand

Bushra Lana | بشرى لنا | Shaykhs Zuhayr, Ridwan & Yasin

January 10, 2011 11:29 - 4 minutes - 3.98 MB

'Glad Tidings' - Traditional Qasida Visit sacredknowledge.co.uk for Arabic text and accompanying English translation.

Inheritors of the Prophets | Shaykh Munawwar Ateeq

January 05, 2011 12:03 - 20 minutes - 19 MB

Shaykh Munawwar Ateeq delivers a short yet concise lecture describing the system of isnad, unique to the Religion of Islam, and the honour and respect owed to the scholars who possess it, as well as the necessity of seeking their company.

Signs of Love | Shaykh Faisal Abdur-Razak

January 03, 2011 22:40 - 1 hour - 106 MB

What are our duties and obligations to Best of Creation, sallallahu 'alayhi wa sallam? What is the litmus test of our love for the Seal of Prophets? What is the depth and reality of this love? In this podcast, Shaykh Faisal Abdur-Razak describes the signs of love for our Master Muhammad, sallallahu 'alayhi wa sallam.

Khatm of Imam Nawawi's 40 hadith | Shaykh Muhammad al-Yaqoubi

January 02, 2011 23:37 - 1 hour - 92 MB

Sacred Knowledge is honoured to present the closing session of the "40 hadith of Imam Nawawi" classes which took place in August 2008. This long-running course initiated and taught by Shaykh Abdul Aziz Ahmed in Glasgow, ended with Shaykh Muhammad al-Yaqoubi covering the 42nd and final hadith of Imam Nawawi's famous collection of Prophetic narrations. An electrifying lecture, beneficial to both beginners and more advanced students of knowledge, covering topics related to the science...

The Merits of the Ulema | Shaykh Gibril F. Haddad

January 02, 2011 14:26 - 15 minutes - 14 MB

A short lecture by Shaykh Gibril Haddad on the particular attributes of the scholars of truth, the people of Shaam, and the Ahl al-Bayt.

Benefits of Dhikr | Shaykh Faisal Abdur-Razak

January 01, 2011 22:05 - 1 hour - 68.9 MB

Shaykh Faisal Abdur-Razak (Islamic Forum of Canada) elaborates on the many benefits of the remembrance of Allah (dhikr) in this exclusive lecture from Sacred Knowledge.

Loving the Beloved | Shaykh Muhammad al-Yaqoubi

January 01, 2011 20:08 - 1 hour - 80.1 MB

A lecture by Shaykh Sayyid Muhammad al-Yaqoubi delivered to University students in London. Organised by Sacred Knowledge in conjunction with Imperial College Islamic Society. Shaykh Muhammad talks about love, its definition and types, and its significance and manifestation, in particular with respect to our relationship with the Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings of Allah upon him.

Hizb al-Bahr | Shaykh Muhammad al-Yaqoubi

January 01, 2011 00:37 - 16 minutes - 14.7 MB

Recitation of Imam Abu'l Hasan al-Shadhili's Hizb al-Bahr by Shaykh Sayyid Muhammad al-Yaqoubi حزب البحر للإمام آبي الحسن الشاذلي رضي الله عنه

A Tribute to Shaykh Ahmad Habbal | Shaykh Muhammad al-Yaqoubi

December 30, 2010 19:23 - 1 hour - 71.7 MB

Sacred Knowledge is privileged to present to our dear audience an excellent lecture delivered by His Eminence, Shaykh Sayyid Muhammad al-Yaqoubi. This talk is in honour and memory of the great wali of Shaam, Shaykh Ahmad Habbal who passed away in January 2009, may Allah Most High have mercy upon him and elevate his rank.

Isnad | Shaykh Gibril Haddad

December 29, 2010 23:53 - 48 minutes - 44.3 MB

Shaykh Gibril F. Haddad delivers a lecture on one of the distinguishing features of the Religion of Islam, Isnad (chain of transmission).

Purification of the Heart | Shaykh Muhammad al-Yaqoubi

December 28, 2010 20:49 - 1 hour - 55.9 MB

Shaykh Muhammad al-Yaqoubi delivers an in-depth lecture on purification of the heart, and elucidates the need for a guide to help achieve this in one's journey to Allah, subhanahu wa t'ala.

The Final Hour | Shaykh Muhammad al-Yaqoubi

December 27, 2010 18:19 - 1 hour - 85 MB

"Every soul shall taste death" [29:57] The true realities of the Final Hour are revealed in detail in this audio lecture by Shaykh Muhammad al-Yaqoubi.