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SeekersGuidance Podcast - Islam, Islamic Knowledge, Quran, and the guidance of the Prophet Muhammad

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Islamic lessons, talks, and reminders—with explanations of Qur’an, commentary on Prophetic hadiths, and practical guidance for living Islam–from reliable, qualified scholars from SeekersGuidance (https://seekersguidance.org).

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Remembering the Days of Allah: Commemorating the Battle of Badr- Imam Yama Niazi

May 28, 2021 03:32 - 16 minutes - 28.8 MB

In this podcast, Imam Yama Niazi reminds all that there are great days that remind everyone of Allah, and the day of Badr is one of those days. It is a victory of Allah. It is the first battle between truth and falsehood for Muslims. The night before the battle was to occur, the Prophet […] The post Remembering the Days of Allah: Commemorating the Battle of Badr- Imam Yama Niazi appeared first on SeekersGuidance.

Giving and Prevention from Ibn ‘Ata’Illah’s Hikam – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

May 19, 2021 01:28 - 1 hour - 133 MB

This class is based on some of the key works on spiritual teaching. Shaykh Faraz Rabbani opens up by explaining how one deals with the test and how the nature of this life is meant to be a test for the believers. As a means to getting closer to Allah Most High. He explains a […] The post Giving and Prevention from Ibn ‘Ata’Illah’s Hikam – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani appeared first on SeekersGuidance.

How Faith is Nurtured – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

April 09, 2021 02:36 - 6 minutes - 10.6 MB

Shaykh Faraz presents Imam Ghazali’s exposition in the second chapter of the Ihya on the Principles of Beliefs, that faith presented through submission and worship.   For more SeekersGuidance podcast shows, visit seekersguidance.org/podcasts. Help SeekersGuidance reach millions around the world through reliable knowledge and guidance from qualified scholars, completely free: become a monthly supporter – […] The post How Faith is Nurtured – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani appeared first on SeekersGuida...

Ramadan with Purpose: Fasting As An Expression of Love for Allah – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

March 30, 2021 19:01 - 35 minutes - 43.5 MB

Shaykh Faraz Rabbani explains that the reality of religion and faith revolves around love and gratitude. Allah Most High tells us, “And those who believe are more intense in their love of Allah.” (Quran) Everything we do in Ramadan and in our lives should express love for Allah, in the ways beloved to Allah.  This […] The post Ramadan with Purpose: Fasting As An Expression of Love for Allah – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani appeared first on SeekersGuidance.

Why Remember Allah Part Two – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

March 15, 2021 19:25 - 31 minutes - 70.3 MB

Shaykh Faraz Rabbani leads a special session of SeekersGuidance Canada’s Coffee and Connections discussion circle on why we remember Allah. In addition to discussing a variety of benefits, he explains that the main reason for our remembrance is Allah’s remembering us when we remember Him   For more SeekersGuidance podcast shows, visit seekersguidance.org/podcasts. Help SeekersGuidance […] The post Why Remember Allah Part Two – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani appeared first on SeekersGuidance.

Why Remember Allah Part One – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

March 07, 2021 17:25 - 26 minutes - 60.3 MB

Shaykh Faraz Rabbani leads a special session of SeekersGuidance Canada’s Coffee and Connections discussion circle on why we remember Allah. In addition to discussing a variety of benefits, he explains that the main reason for our remembrance is Allah’s remembering us when we remember Him.   For more SeekersGuidance podcast shows, visit seekersguidance.org/podcasts. Help SeekersGuidance […] The post Why Remember Allah Part One – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani appeared first on SeekersGuidance.

Are you too busy to worship God- Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

March 01, 2021 15:37 - 4 minutes - 9.54 MB

We may feel that work, studies, family, parents, and all the things we need to do, are unduly stealing our time and we are too busy to worship God. In this week’s Friday Reminder, Shaykh Faraz beautifully shows us how this is simply not true and that Islam encompasses rewards, and honors all of these […] The post Are you too busy to worship God- Shaykh Faraz Rabbani appeared first on SeekersGuidance.

Gratitude is the Best Attitude- Shaykh Yusuf Weltch

February 22, 2021 17:10 - 5 minutes - 4.61 MB

We are often blind to the blessings that God rains down upon us in our daily lives. And so we wrongly attribute our talents and blessings to our own efforts and blame our hardships on the failures and shortcomings of others. This leads the human being into a state of complaint (shakwa). And for the […] The post Gratitude is the Best Attitude- Shaykh Yusuf Weltch appeared first on SeekersGuidance.

The blessings of sending Salawat upon our Beloved – Imam Yama Niazi

February 11, 2021 18:32 - 5 minutes - 10.7 MB

If sending just one prayer of peace and blessings upon Prophet Muhammad [peace be upon him] grants us ten in return from Allah himself, what is our excuse for not filling our time with sending abundantly more? In this week’s Friday reflection, Imam Yama Niazi talks us through the many blessings and benefits of sending […] The post The blessings of sending Salawat upon our Beloved – Imam Yama Niazi appeared first on SeekersGuidance.

“The Power of Intention – Turning the Mundane into Sacred”- Imam Yama Niazi

February 06, 2021 18:51 - 5 minutes - 11.2 MB

It is Allah alone who we worship and it is Allah alone who we ask for help. The one constant throughout our lives is The One who is constantly in existence. The Everlasting, Allah. Worldly Obligations throughout our lives often lead us to feel we don’t have the time or energy to sit and praise […] The post “The Power of Intention – Turning the Mundane into Sacred”- Imam Yama Niazi appeared first on SeekersGuidance.

The Prophet Muhammad’s (Allah bless him and give him peace) Living Tradition- Shaykh Yahya Rhodus

January 22, 2021 16:12 - 20 minutes - 44.9 MB

In this podcast, Shaykh Yahya Rhodus begins by explaining that the prophetic mission is a living tradition and a lived reality. He goes on to give several examples of what is meant by a living tradition, a tradition that is about actions of the limbs and the heart. Shaykh Yahya mentions that all believers should […] The post The Prophet Muhammad’s (Allah bless him and give him peace) Living Tradition- Shaykh Yahya Rhodus appeared first on SeekersGuidance.

Let us connect with Allah-Shaykh Jamal-ud-Deen Hysaw

January 16, 2021 13:47 - 5 minutes - 10.6 MB

Almost a year has passed on this pandemic, and we are forced to stay at home in isolation. It is an opportunity for us to use this time to reflect and reconnect. In this week’s Friday Reminder, Shaykh Jamal reminds us to reconnect with Allah The Glorified and Sublime ‎. To think where we are […] The post Let us connect with Allah-Shaykh Jamal-ud-Deen Hysaw appeared first on SeekersGuidance.

Hearts Unguarded: Reflections on the Storming of the Capitol – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

January 12, 2021 21:00 - 8 minutes - 19.9 MB

Shaykh Faraz Rabbani offers reflections on the Storming of the U.S. Capitol from a political perspective, but also from a spiritual one. The fragility of democratic institutions can serve to remind us of the fragility of our own hearts, and not to feed the dark forces encroaching on them. For more SeekersGuidance podcast shows, visit […] The post Hearts Unguarded: Reflections on the Storming of the Capitol – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani appeared first on SeekersGuidance.

Benefits of Self Isolation – Ustadh Abdullah Misra

January 06, 2021 19:30 - 4 minutes - 11.1 MB

In these troubling times, we are forced to stay in self-isolation. This can be a blessing if we consider it as a spiritual retreat, a time for self-reflection. In this week’s Friday Reminder, Ustadh Abdullah Misra reminds us that we need to use this time to come closer to Allah. He shares stories from the […] The post Benefits of Self Isolation – Ustadh Abdullah Misra appeared first on SeekersGuidance.

Contentment with Where Allah Has Placed You – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

January 02, 2021 18:19 - 14 minutes - 33.3 MB

In this reminder, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani warns against mere religious fantasizing as contrary to contentment with the decree. He cites two stories where companions advised people not to wish to be where Allah did not place them. These companions reminded that one does not know what one’s state would be had one been in the […] The post Contentment with Where Allah Has Placed You – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani appeared first on SeekersGuidance.

Will I be Forgiven?- Shaykh Yusuf Weltch

December 30, 2020 00:08 - 4 minutes - 11 MB

Allah didn’t create us to be perfect, and that is not the purpose of our creation. We are not meant to become sinless. Striving for perfection would cause us to feel all types of despair because we are trying to reach an unattainable goal. In this week’s Friday Reminder, Shaykh Yusuf shares the story of […] The post Will I be Forgiven?- Shaykh Yusuf Weltch appeared first on SeekersGuidance.

Prophetic Response to Trials and Tribulations – Shaykh Yusuf Weltch

December 26, 2020 00:22 - 8 minutes - 19 MB

Shaykh Yusuf Weltch begins by explaining some of the trials the Prophet Muhammad (Allah bless him and give him peace) went through in his life. He starts with the trials from the people of Ta’if. How they ran him out of their town after he called them to Islam. The Prophetic response was to pray for […] The post Prophetic Response to Trials and Tribulations – Shaykh Yusuf Weltch appeared first on SeekersGuidance.

Allah Test Those Whom He Loves- The Tests of Messenger of Allah (Allah bless him and give him peace)- Shaykh Yusuf Weltch

December 21, 2020 22:16 - 16 minutes - 38.1 MB

Shaykh Yusuf Weltch begins this talk by explaining how it was the prophets (peace be upon them) who were tested the most, and how the Prophet Muhammad (Allah bless him and give him peace) was the most tested of all the prophets. Shaykh Yusuf goes on to show how one gets through the test remembering […] The post Allah Test Those Whom He Loves- The Tests of Messenger of Allah (Allah bless him and give him peace)- Shaykh Yusuf Weltch appeared first on SeekersGuidance.

What does it mean to love God?- Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

December 20, 2020 16:41 - 4 minutes - 11.2 MB

Love has consequences and divine love has divine consequences. In this week’s Friday reflection, SeekersGuidance Executive Director, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, talks us through what it means to truly love God. For more SeekersGuidance podcast shows, visit seekersguidance.org/podcasts. Help SeekersGuidance reach millions around the world through reliable knowledge and guidance from qualified scholars, completely free: become […] The post What does it mean to love God?- Shaykh Faraz Rabbani appear...

The Prophetic Standard of Virtue – Shaykh Omar Qureshi

December 18, 2020 19:36 - 19 minutes - 44 MB

In this talk, Shaykh Omar Qureshi explores the idea of the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) being our uswah (“excellent model”; Quran 33.21) and point of reference, and how it helps us understand who we are. With Shaykh Faraz Rabbani joining in, he reminds us of the importance of hadith (Prophetic traditions) […] The post The Prophetic Standard of Virtue – Shaykh Omar Qureshi appeared first on SeekersGuidance.

Steadfastness in Trials 02- Shaykh Yusuf Weltch

December 12, 2020 21:21 - 11 minutes - 25.8 MB

Shaykh Yusuf begins by explaining one of the signs of Allah’s love is not by not being tested or acquiring a lot of wealth. He explains who is beloved to Allah. It is the one who is able to adore themselves with praiseworthy qualities, and waking up in the depths of the night only for […] The post Steadfastness in Trials 02- Shaykh Yusuf Weltch appeared first on SeekersGuidance.

Steadfastness in Trials-01- Shaykh Yusuf Weltch

December 09, 2020 22:31 - 16 minutes - 37.3 MB

Shaykh Yusuf Weltch begins the lesson by reminding all of the great stories that are related in the Qur’an. Of the greatest of stories we know is the story of Prophet Yusuf (peace be upon him). Shaykh Yusuf then goes on to explain the objective of the stories and that is to increase one in […] The post Steadfastness in Trials-01- Shaykh Yusuf Weltch appeared first on SeekersGuidance.

Steadfastness in Trials- Shaykh Yusuf Weltch

December 09, 2020 22:31 - 16 minutes - 37.3 MB

Shaykh Yusuf Weltch begins the lesson by reminding all of the great stories that are related in the Qur’an. Of the greatest of stories we know is the story of Prophet Yusuf (peace be upon him). Shaykh Yusuf then goes on to explain the objective of the stories and that is to increase one in […] The post Steadfastness in Trials- Shaykh Yusuf Weltch appeared first on SeekersGuidance.

Purification and Increase Through Zakat and Charity – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

December 03, 2020 23:39 - 7 minutes - 16.8 MB

Shaykh Faraz explains how zakat and charity can be a means of purification and increase, as Allah has told us in the Qur’an: “Take from their wealth ‘O Prophet’ charity to purify and bless them, and pray for them—surely your prayer is a source of comfort for them. And Allah is All-Hearing, All-Knowing” Qur’an (9:103). […] The post Purification and Increase Through Zakat and Charity – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani appeared first on SeekersGuidance.

Sound Hearts. Sound Societies. – Shaykh Yahya Rhodus

November 27, 2020 14:27 - 1 hour - 57 MB

Shaykh Yahya explains to us and gives us a background of what a sound society means and what does a sound heart entails, drawing on references from the Qur’an and the Sunna.   For more SeekersGuidance podcast shows, visit seekersguidance.org/podcasts Help SeekersGuidance reach millions around the world through reliable knowledge and guidance from qualified scholars, completely […] The post Sound Hearts. Sound Societies. – Shaykh Yahya Rhodus appeared first on SeekersGuidance.

The Sealed Heart – What is it and how can it be unsealed? – Shaykh Faid Mohammed Said

November 25, 2020 16:38 - 20 minutes - 46.4 MB

Shaykh Faid Said answers the following questions about the spiritual condition of a sealed heart. What is it? Can it be unsealed? If so, what would be the steps to take? Can there be an irreversible sealing of the heart?   For more SeekersGuidance podcast shows, visit seekersguidance.org/podcasts Help SeekersGuidance reach millions around the world through […] The post The Sealed Heart – What is it and how can it be unsealed? – Shaykh Faid Mohammed Said appeared first on SeekersGuidance.

Spiritual Manners of Prophet Muhammad (Allah bless him and give him peace) – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

November 14, 2020 01:57 - 19 minutes - 43.6 MB

Shaykh Faraz Rabbani draws from Imam Abu ‘Abd al-Rahman al-Sulami’s work “The Compendium of Manners on the Spiritual Path” to refresh our heart’s gaze on the actions and comportment of the Beloved Messenger (peace and blessing be upon him).   For more SeekersGuidance podcast shows, visit seekersguidance.org/podcasts Help SeekersGuidance reach millions around the world through reliable […] The post Spiritual Manners of Prophet Muhammad (Allah bless him and give him peace) – Shaykh Faraz Rabb...

The Prophet Musa and Khidr and Knowledge – Shaykh Walead Mosaad

November 12, 2020 04:31 - 48 minutes - 110 MB

Shaykh Walead explains verses 60 to 82 of Surah Kahf, which tell the story of Prophet Musa (peace be upon him) with Khidr. He highlights the key lessons from the story and significant themes it addresses.   For more SeekersGuidance podcast shows, visit seekersguidance.org/podcasts Help SeekersGuidance reach millions around the world through reliable knowledge and guidance […] The post The Prophet Musa and Khidr and Knowledge – Shaykh Walead Mosaad appeared first on SeekersGuidance.

The Parable of the Good Tree: Tafsir of Quran 14:24-27 – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

November 10, 2020 02:43 - 41 minutes - 94.4 MB

Shaykh Faraz Rabbani looks at a classical commentary on verses 24-27 of Sura Ibrahim. He explains different opinions on which is the “good word” and the “good tree” and how the metaphor relates to the believer. He also offers basic advice on how to improve one’s connection to the Quran’s meanings. The verses are: “Do […] The post The Parable of the Good Tree: Tafsir of Quran 14:24-27 – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani appeared first on SeekersGuidance.

Nurturing the Tree of Faith & Institution Building – Shaykh Yahya Rhodus

November 07, 2020 00:50 - 21 minutes - 48.2 MB

Shaykh Yahya Rhodus shares his viewpoint that in this phase of North American Islam, the most important priority is institution-building and conveying the Prophetic inheritance. He reflects on the idea of the Tree of Faith as a metaphor for institution building. Beginning with the seed of faith, he draws links between nurturing the soil of […] The post Nurturing the Tree of Faith & Institution Building – Shaykh Yahya Rhodus appeared first on SeekersGuidance.

The Importance and Method of Seeking Sacred Knowledge – Shaykh Walead Mosaad

November 05, 2020 00:42 - 28 minutes - 65.4 MB

In this counsel, Shaykh Walead Mosaad shares advice for seekers of knowledge. He highlights the imperative nature of seeking knowledge and the importance of the transmission of the Islamic sciences, offering insights into the precision of our oral tradition. Reminding that our tradition is alive not only in its textual form but also through the […] The post The Importance and Method of Seeking Sacred Knowledge – Shaykh Walead Mosaad appeared first on SeekersGuidance.

Distinguishing Traits of the Family of the Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace) – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

November 03, 2020 03:30 - 6 minutes - 15.7 MB

Shaykh Faraz Rabbani narrates and explains one of the hadiths in Sahih Bukhari, from the chapter on “The Distinguishing Traits of the Immediate Family of the Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace), and The Particular Merits of Fatima (peace be upon her”. It has come from Sayyiduna Abu Bakr as-Siddiq that he said: […] The post Distinguishing Traits of the Family of the Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace) – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani appeared first on SeekersGuidance.

Living Faith Fully – Meanings, Gratitude, Certitude, and Tests and Blessings- Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

October 31, 2020 20:28 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MB

Shaykh Faraz Rabbani shares four keys to “Living Faith Fully.” He explains the journey of life as being a journeying from (a) merely living; to (b) having faith; to (c) living this faithfully. For this, he advises that: One. Strive to live the meanings of the religion and its rituals—not just its forms. “Mean it, […] The post Living Faith Fully – Meanings, Gratitude, Certitude, and Tests and Blessings- Shaykh Faraz Rabbani appeared first on SeekersGuidance.

3 Ways to Connect to Prophet Muhammad (Allah bless him and give him peace) in Rabi’ al-Awwal – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

October 31, 2020 01:29 - 6 minutes - 5.54 MB

Shaykh Faraz Rabbani provides a comprehensive and practical counsel on how we can connect with Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) in the month of his birth, Rabi’ al-Awwal. He gives us three goals to aim for this month. 1. Choose a work on the life (Seera) or description (Shama’il) of Prophet Muhammad […] The post 3 Ways to Connect to Prophet Muhammad (Allah bless him and give him peace) in Rabi’ al-Awwal – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani appeared first on SeekersGuidance.

Why The Prophet(May Allah bless him and give him peace) Started A School Before He Established A Mosque – Shaykh Abdurragmaan Khan

October 29, 2020 17:29 - 6 minutes - 15 MB

If there was any doubt about the importance of learning centers, this should settle the matter. Did you know, the Prophet Muhammad ((Allah bless him and give him peace) established a place of learning before he built a mosque? He began this school in the home of a teenage boy called Arqam, which explains why […] The post Why The Prophet(May Allah bless him and give him peace) Started A School Before He Established A Mosque – Shaykh Abdurragmaan Khan appeared first on SeekersGuidance.

Five Things the Prophet Muhammad (Allah bless him and give him peace) Prayed for Every Day – Shaykh Yahya Rhodus

October 25, 2020 18:21 - 22 minutes - 51.1 MB

In this Friday sermon, delivered at our 2018 retreat by Shaykh Yahya Rhodus, he reminds of a prayer of the Prophet that applies to virtually every aspect of the human experience: “O Allah, I ask you for the good of this day: it’s opening, its victory, its light, it’s a blessing, and its guidance.”   […] The post Five Things the Prophet Muhammad (Allah bless him and give him peace) Prayed for Every Day – Shaykh Yahya Rhodus appeared first on SeekersGuidance.

What Is Beneficial Knowledge? – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

October 22, 2020 01:54 - 41 minutes - 96.1 MB

In this lesson, Shaykh Faraz covers eight characteristics of beneficial knowledge from Ghazali’s Beginning of Guidance. For more SeekersGuidance podcast shows, visit seekersguidance.org/podcasts Help SeekersGuidance reach millions around the world through reliable knowledge and guidance from qualified scholars, completely free: become a monthly supporter – www.seekersguidance.org/donate The post What Is Beneficial Knowledge? – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani appeared first on SeekersGuidance.

Circles of Mercy in Islam: Embracing Good Through the Mercy of Community – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

October 18, 2020 19:26 - 34 minutes - 32 MB

In this talk given after the eclipse prayer, Shaykh Faraz counsels everyone to enter in the circles of mercy and embrace good through being with family and community. He draws on the hadith of Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him): “Community is mercy, and being alone is torment.” Shaykh Faraz calls Muslims to […] The post Circles of Mercy in Islam: Embracing Good Through the Mercy of Community – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani appeared first on SeekersGuidance.

Keys on How to Retain Knowledge – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

October 16, 2020 02:55 - 8 minutes - 19.1 MB

In this podcast, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani counsels students on some keys on how to retain knowledge. Shaykh Faraz relates the story of Imam Shafi’i and his avidness to gain knowledge and to act on the knowledge.   For more SeekersGuidance podcast shows, visit seekersguidance.org/podcasts Help SeekersGuidance reach millions around the world through reliable knowledge and guidance from […] The post Keys on How to Retain Knowledge – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani appeared first on SeekersGuidance.

Welcome to Rabi’ al-Awwal & the Virtues of Praising the Prophet(Allah bless him and give him peace) – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

October 11, 2020 21:04 - 17 minutes - 40.9 MB

Shaykh Faraz provides a welcome and introduction to Rabi’ al-Awwal, the month of the birth of Prophet Muhammad (Allah bless him and give him peace), who is the means to our having every good. He highlights praise of the Prophet(Allah bless him and give him peace)  and sending blessings on him as an expression of gratitude […] The post Welcome to Rabi’ al-Awwal & the Virtues of Praising the Prophet(Allah bless him and give him peace) – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani appeared first on SeekersGuidance.

Imam Abu Hanifa: Six Lessons from His Life – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

October 03, 2020 19:23 - 28 minutes - 64.8 MB

Shaykh Faraz Rabbani highlights six key lessons for seekers of knowledge from six beautiful stories from the life of Imam Abu Hanifa (Allah be pleased with him). These six practical lessons are relevant for everyone who wishes to become a true seeker of Islamic knowledge, and to fulfill the true purpose of knowledge–namely, seeking Allah’s […] The post Imam Abu Hanifa: Six Lessons from His Life – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani appeared first on SeekersGuidance.

Importance of Circles of Remembrance of Our Beloved Prophet (Peace be upon him)- Shaykh Yusuf Weltch

September 27, 2020 15:24 - 9 minutes - 20.8 MB

Shaykh Yusuf Weltch begins by reminding the believers of the reasons for the gatherings of the remembrance of the Prophet (Peace be upon him) that is to stir up the good in one’s soul that is already there. He goes on to explain what are the two gardens of paradise mentioned in Surat al Rahman, […] The post Importance of Circles of Remembrance of Our Beloved Prophet (Peace be upon him)- Shaykh Yusuf Weltch appeared first on SeekersGuidance.

COVID-19: A Global Islamic Response | Recognizing Divine Control | Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat

September 26, 2020 14:54 - 16 minutes - 38.6 MB

In this lesson, Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat reminds of the need to look at the bigger picture. He encourages us to recite and reflect upon Sura al-Mulk (Qur‘an, 67) and looks at several lessons we can find at the opening verse to help us deal with this crisis. 1. Have a good opinion of Allah and […] The post COVID-19: A Global Islamic Response | Recognizing Divine Control | Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat appeared first on SeekersGuidance.

Knowledge Comes First: Examples of Veneration of Knowledge – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

September 25, 2020 20:52 - 14 minutes - 33.5 MB

Shaykh Faraz Rabbani relates some examples of veneration of knowledge he had experienced with his teachers. Illustrating that one should not be shy of seeking knowledge at any age, he starts with the story of one of his teachers, Shaykh Adib Kallas, insisting to sit at the back of a high-level class by a peer […] The post Knowledge Comes First: Examples of Veneration of Knowledge – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani appeared first on SeekersGuidance.

58- Eid Message- Shaykh Sadullah Khan

May 25, 2020 22:30 - 4 minutes - 3.76 MB

In this final episode, Shaykh Sadullah delivers a befitting reminder to us all. This day of Eid should be a day of happiness, joy, and celebration. Despite the circumstances that we find ourselves in we should continue to remain hopeful for a better tomorrow. It is on this day that we proclaim the greatness of God over everything else. God is the greatest and He has control over everything. Let us do our part in ensuring that we are fulfilling our personal and social responsibilities to God. ...

58: Eid Message- Shaykh Sadullah Khan

May 25, 2020 22:30 - 4 minutes - 3.76 MB

In this final episode, Shaykh Sadullah delivers a befitting reminder to us all. This day of Eid should be a day of happiness, joy, and celebration. Despite the circumstances that we find ourselves in we should continue to remain hopeful for a better tomorrow. It is on this day that we proclaim the greatness of […] The post 58: Eid Message- Shaykh Sadullah Khan appeared first on SeekersGuidance.

57-Losing the Night of Power-Shaykh Sadullah Khan

May 23, 2020 20:31 - 4 minutes - 4.08 MB

In this episode, Shaykh Sadullah explains how we can miss out on the blessings of Allah in our lives. Whilst we search for the Night of Power in the last ten nights of Ramadan, it is very easy to lose the opportunity to truly benefiting from this auspicious occasion. Through bickering, fighting, and arguing Muslims cause more problems for themselves. Furthermore, Allah removes his blessings and mercy from Muslims when they antagonize each other. For more SeekersGuidance podcast shows, visit ...

56- Relationship with the Book- Shaykh Sadullah Khan

May 23, 2020 19:55 - 3 minutes - 3.65 MB

In this episode, Shaykh Sadullah discusses the importance of building a relationship with the Quran. The Quran deserves to be treated with respect and honor. This entails that we develop our basic capacities to read and understand the Quran so that we are able to implement its lessons and injunctions in our lives. For more SeekersGuidance podcast shows, visit seekersguidance.org/podcasts Help SeekersGuidance reach millions around the world through reliable knowledge and guidance from qualif...

55- The Powerless on the Night of Power- Shaykh Sadullah Khan

May 22, 2020 16:53 - 4 minutes - 4.14 MB

In this episode, Shaykh Sadullah reflects on the condition of the oppressed. Whilst many of us have the luxury of spending these last few days of Ramadan in the comforts of our homes, many people around the world do not have the same privileges as ourselves. So, as we try to attain the Night of Power, let us remember the powerless. For more SeekersGuidance podcast shows, visit seekersguidance.org/podcasts Help SeekersGuidance reach millions around the world through reliable knowledge and gu...

54-Pursuing Taqwa Through Tazkiya- Shaykh Sadullah Khan

May 22, 2020 00:02 - 4 minutes - 3.69 MB

In this episode, Shaykh Sadullah discusses the importance of spiritual purification through the attainment of God-consciousness. When we become more conscious of God and his obligations upon us, we become more willing to purify our spiritual states. This in turn beautifies us as individuals and ensures that our hearts are illumined. Beautiful hearts make a beautiful world. For more SeekersGuidance podcast shows, visit seekersguidance.org/podcasts Help SeekersGuidance reach millions around t...