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Why Vote? The Muslims Concern for the Public Good? (and what if we’re disillusioned with politics)-Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
October 16, 2019 14:06 - 18 minutes - 17.2 MBIn this Khutba, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani discusses the approach Muslims should have when engaging with elections and issues of politics. All Muslims should focus on bringing about the benefit for their communities. It is vital that Muslims should have a concern about how they are governed and how various policies affect them and their communities. Shaykh Faraz reminds the congregation that by intending to bring about benefit and dispelling harm, they will fulfill an important obligation of bringi...
06- Adab: The Adab of The Mosque Part 2- Ustadh Tabraze Azam
October 10, 2019 16:53 - 8 minutes - 4.01 MBUstadh Tabraze Azam reminds is of the honor Allah has bestowed upon the mosque as a place of worship and the importance of right conduct in it. Proper manners take time to inculcate. But the more sacred the space or setting, the greater the emphasis is in maintaining a high bar. Each time we display […] The post 06- Adab: The Adab of The Mosque Part 2- Ustadh Tabraze Azam appeared first on SeekersGuidance.
The Importance and Priority of Seeking Knowledge – Shaykh Yahya Rhodus
October 04, 2019 14:06 - 45 minutes - 83.6 MBIn this reminder, Shaykh Yahya Rhodus counsels on how to seek sacred knowledge. He particularly emphasizes making seeking knowledge a priority and taking everything in life as a learning opportunity. He looks at the four components of learning: a teacher, intelligence, correct books, and perseverance. Shaykh Yahya gives specific suggestions on making time for knowledge and offers guidelines on how to review and process one’s notes and dealing with boredom when studying. He closes by emphasizi...
Don’t Fear, Truly God Is With Us The Unconditional Hope- Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
September 20, 2019 22:05 - 29 minutes - 67.8 MBOne of the key sunnas of Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) is that he was always positive and full of hope in Allah Most High. It didn’t matter what was happening to him or around him, the Prophet’s positive attitude and hope were unconditional. In this Friday khutba, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani highlights Allah’s call to all believers to have unconditional hope. He explains how the Messenger (peace and blessings be upon him) maintained unconditional hope in Allah. Shaykh Faraz poi...
06- The Art of Reading -Shaykh Ahmed El Azhary
September 19, 2019 15:30 - 42 minutes - 38.8 MBIn this final episode of The Art of Reading, Dr Yusuf Patel asks Shaykh Ahmed El Azhary to holistically summarize all the various points and aspects which were discussed in the previous episodes. Shaykh Ahmed provides a comprehensive plan of how to coalesce all the skills of reading so that a student of knowledge is able to master the art of reading and ensure maximal extraction from a text. SeekersGuidance would like to thank Shaykh Ahmed El Azhary, Dr Yusuf Patel and Nabiel Mohammed for fac...
Re-Broadcast-Common Misconceptions about Istikhara – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
September 14, 2019 14:16 - 56 minutes - 38.6 MBShaykh Faraz Rabbani discusses salat al-istikhara (the prayer of guidance) by defining it, debunking misconceptions regarding it, the best way to perform it, and easy ways to integrate it into our lives in a meaningful manner Some of the common misonceptions include Istikhara is a prayer in matters of marriage The signs come in the form of dreams A sinful person must ask a pious person to perform the prayer on his behalf Istikhara is only for the big decisions, not small ma...
Re-Broadcast: Challenges and Choices: Lessons from the Great Day of Ashura
September 07, 2019 00:39 - 32 minutes - 14.9 MBShaykh Faraz Rabbani discusses the lessons of the great day of Ashura – the 10th of Muharram. This is one of the greatest days of the year – a day the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him) highly encouraged us to fast. This is the day in which… Prophet Adam was absolved of his error; the day in which Prophet Nuh was saved from the flood; the day in which the people of Prophet Yunus were forgiven; the day in which Prophet Musa and Bani Israel were saved from the Pharao...
The Time Is Now: Returning to Allah, the Merciful, in Gratitude and Joy Without Delay- Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
August 25, 2019 20:51 - 16 minutes - 14.9 MBIn this Friday sermon, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani reminds us of the great bounties and blessings that God has bestowed upon us in this sacred month of Hajj. Shaykh Faraz calls upon us to recognize and appreciate the moments of life that God has gifted us with. The scholars of Islam state that the greatest moment that a believer finds him or herself in is the moment of the present. By returning and repenting to Allah with sincerity and a firm resolve we can elevate our ranks to that of a friend of G...
Blessings Wrapped in Problems- Shaykh Abdurrahim Reasat
August 18, 2019 12:04 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MBThe Many Benefits Hidden in Trials. This sermon looks at the concept of trails and the hidden benefits within them. It is based on a work by Imam 'Izz al Din Ibn 'Abd al-Salam, and introduces the Islamic understanding of 'tribulation' and the first four points covered in the work: 1. Realizing that Allah is in charge. 2. Realizing the humility and lowliness before Allah that servanthood entails. 3. Learning sincerity to Allah. 4. Returning back to Allah. Help SeekersGuidance reach millions a...
‘Shepherds and Their Flocks: Parental Responsibility’- Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat
August 10, 2019 10:17 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MBThis sermon is a discussion around the sahih hadith ‘All of you are [like] shepherds, and all of you will be asked about you flocks. The topics of parenting, fulfilling the needs and rights of children, and common parental malpractices are addressed here. Help SeekersGuidance reach millions around the world through reliable knowledge and guidance […] The post ‘Shepherds and Their Flocks: Parental Responsibility’- Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat appeared first on SeekersGuidance.
‘Shepherds and Their Flocks: Parental Responsibility’- Shaykh Abdurrahim Reasat
August 10, 2019 03:21 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MBThis sermon is a discussion around the sahih hadith 'All of you are [like] shepherds, and all of you will be asked about you flocks. The topics of parenting, fulfilling the needs and rights of children, and common parental malpractices are addressed here. 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 Help SeekersGuidance support deserving sch...
The Doors of Mercy Are Wide Open: Blessings of Dhul Hijja and the Day of Arafa- Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
August 10, 2019 01:30 - 23 minutes - 21.3 MBShaykh Faraz Rabbani shares inspiring reminders on the vastness of Allah’s mercy, and the gratitude and joy a believer should experience when realizing the blessings and opportunities before them. The Days of Dhu’l Hijja are special. The Day of Arafa is special. Eid is special. Here are keys to truly benefit and rise through them. Help SeekersGuidance reach millions around the world through reliable knowledge and guidance from qualified scholars, completely free: become a monthly supporter...
05- The Art of Reading- Shaykh Ahmed Hussein El Azhary
July 24, 2019 17:13 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MBIn this new podcast series, Shaykh Ahmed Hussein El Azhary will discuss why the art of reading is critical for students of knowledge to master. One of the greatest barriers in mastering a science is the inability to read with structure and comprehension. In this series, Shaykh Ahmed will provide students with a detailed approach to rectifying this problem. In addition to offering practical tips and guidance in improving one’s reading and learning skills, Shaykh Ahmed will also elaborate on...
Responding to Allah’s Call to Friday Prayer With Joy- Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
July 19, 2019 22:32 - 28 minutes - 25.7 MBIn this Friday sermon, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani gives a beautiful and uplifting reminder on how to respond to Allah's Call to the Believers regarding Friday prayer, with joy, gratitude, urgency, and resolve. Allah calls us, "O you who believe, when the call to prayer is given on Friday rush to the remembrance of Allah and leave all trade..." (Qur'an, Surat al-Jumuah:9 Shaykh Faraz shares beautiful insights on how the believer, the Muslim, approaches life and work; what the true life is; who are...
Srebrenica Massacre of Bosnian Muslims: Lessons of Faith, Steadfastness, Learning from History, and Unity- Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
July 13, 2019 17:59 - 20 minutes - 19 MBIn this talk, at the 24th anniversary of the Srebrenica Massacre of over 8,000 Bosnian Muslim men and boys--rightly classified as a genocide--Shaykh Faraz Rabbani shares reflections on some lessons for all believers: One: Faith and how we view tests and tribulations. Two. How we respond to tribulations, and how we ready ourselves to be able to respond. Three: The critical need to learn from history, past and recent. Four: The imperative of unity for Muslims, locally and globally. Chec...
Embracing Excellence – 35 – On Divine Love and Contentment- Ustadh Amjad Tarsin
June 30, 2019 19:19 - 46 minutes - 106 MBUstadh Amjad Tarsin looks at the closing chapter of Imam Haddad's Book of Assistance, on Divine Love and Contentment. He begins the section by explaining why we love Allah and the various degrees of love of God. He shows that other loves for the sake of God -- such as love of the prophets -- are in reality part of one's love for God, and discusses the signs of sincere love. Next, he discusses contentment with the Divine decree and leaving objection to Allah's Will, particularly in tribulation...
The Prophet’s Constant Cheerfulness and Consistently Being Sorrowful- Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
June 22, 2019 18:36 - 22 minutes - 21.1 MBThe Sunna of Expressing Emotion -- Shaykh Faraz Rabbani explains some of the proper manners of expressing emotion and celebration in light of the sunna. He highlights that while the Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace) exhibited the best of character and experienced happiness and sorrow, inwardly his heart was always content with his Lord.
Embracing Excellence – 34 – On Pilgrimage (Hajj) – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
June 21, 2019 16:59 - 32 minutes - 32 MBIn this episode, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani looks at the chapter on pilgrimage (hajj) from Imam Haddad's Book of Assistance. He first highlights the importance of the pilgrimage and of performing it as soon as one is able. He also underscores the importance of properly learning the relevant sacred knowledge related to the pilgrimage in advance of the journey. He also discusses the virtue of visiting the Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace). Next, Shaykh Faraz moves on to discuss how to make...
Embracing Excellence – 33 – On Reliance on God – Ustadh Amjad Tarsin
June 18, 2019 16:18 - 29 minutes - 54.1 MBIn this episode, Ustadh Amjad Tarsin explores the virtue of reliance on God (tawakkul), looking at the concept from Imam Haddad's Book of Assistance. Imam Haddad starts the section with the virtues of reliance from various Qur'anic verses and hadith. He explains the basis of reliance (realizing that everything is in Allah's control) and its condition (that it not violate Allah's command), and that taking worldly means does not necessarily contradict reliance. He closes by highlighting three c...
Embracing Excellence – 32 – Renunciation (from Haddad’s Book of Assistance) – Ustadh Amjad Tarsin
June 16, 2019 12:50 - 28 minutes - 52.3 MBIn this episode, Ustadh Amjad Tarsin discusses the virtue of renunciation, covering the section in Imam Haddad's Book of Assistance. He discusses the importance of renouncing worldliness and its spiritual benefit and warns against the harms of being attached to the world. He highlights the virtue of renunciation, with key discussions on its objectives and how it is to be achieved. He also warns against love of wealth and prestige, citing religious traditions on their harm. He closes with a co...
Episode 4 The Art of Reading – Shaykh Ahmed El Azhary
June 13, 2019 15:39 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MBIn this fourth episode, Nabiel Mohamed asks Shaykh Ahmed El Azhary to provide advice and insights on how to select a suitable text for reading when studying a certain discipline. Additionally, Shaykh Ahmed provides a methodology of how to utilize the various components of a book (the introduction, index, nomenclature etc) in enhancing one's understanding in a specific discipline, and also the importance of knowing which books not to read. Biography of Shaykh Ahmed Hussein El Azhary: Shaykh...
Embracing Excellence – 31 – Gratitude- Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
June 12, 2019 19:21 - 36 minutes - 67.7 MBShaykh Faraz covers the chapter of Imam Haddad's Book of Assistance on gratitude (shukr). He explains how, if we reflected, would we would find much to be grateful for in every state. He cites Qur'anic verses showing that gratitude bequeaths increase in blessings. Next, he discusses gratitude for wider blessings as well, such as faith and guidance. He closes by mentioning the basis of gratitude (recognizing that the blessing is from Allah, not you) and its consequence (using it in His obedien...
Embracing Excellence – 30 – Patience and Fortitude (Part Two) – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
June 05, 2019 19:53 - 29 minutes - 54.9 MBIn this session, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani continues exploring Imam Haddad's Book of Assistance, completing the chapter on patience (sabr). He explains how good character can be attained through patience with others. Next, he looks at the fourth category of patience, patient renunciation of desires, where he discusses how to deal with the challenges presented by the lower self (nafs). This is part of the series presented by SeekersGuidance Canada in Ramadan 2019. Check out the SeekersGuida...
Embracing Excellence – 29 – Patience and Fortitude (Part One) – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
June 05, 2019 18:50 - 57 minutes - 105 MBShaykh Faraz Rabbani discusses the virtue of patience (sabr) from Imam Haddad's Book of Assistance. He first discusses how patience is required to follow the straight path despite one's lower tendencies. He further divides patience into four categories: patience in acts of obedience, in renouncing sins, and in enduring unpleasant things. On this point, he sheds light on how to deals with trials which come directly from God as well trials which appear at the hands of other humans. The fourth c...
Embracing Excellence – 28 – Hope and Fear – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
June 03, 2019 17:11 - 59 minutes - 109 MBIn this episode, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani looks at the concept of hope (raja') and fear (khawf) of God, covering the section on the topic in Imam Haddad's Book of Assistance. He explains the centrality of these two states, their causes and effects, and how people at various levels balance between hope and fear. He also cautions against both false hope and despair, and explains how true hope is conjoined with action. This is part of the series presented by SeekersGuidance Canada in Ramadan 201...
Embracing Excellence – 27 – Repentance (from Imam Haddad’s Book of Assistance) – Ustadh Amjad Tarsin
June 02, 2019 01:24 - 19 minutes - 35.6 MBUstadh Amjad Tarsin covers the concept of repentance (tawba), reading the discussion on the topic in Imam Haddad's Book of Assistance. In this section, he emphasizes the requirement of repentance and outlines how it is to be fulfilled. He warns against persistence in sin and encourages the constant renewal of one's repenting to Allah. He closes by recommending Jonah's prayer of repentance in the Qur'an as a supplication to remove grief and worry. This is part of the series presented by Se...
Embracing Excellence – 26 – On Salutations and a Salutary Opinion – Ustadh Amjad Tarsin
June 02, 2019 00:54 - 42 minutes - 78 MBUstadh Amjad discusses the section "On Salutations and a Salutary Opinion" from Imam Haddad's Book of Assistance, where he discusses spreading peace, having good character, and its various manifestations. He first touches on the greetings of peace and various etiquettes pertaining to it, as well as related proprieties related to social rights—responding to one who sneezes, answering invitations, and visiting others. Next, he highlights the importance of having a good opinion of others and war...
Embracing Excellence – 25 – Sincere Concern – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
May 31, 2019 17:58 - 59 minutes - 109 MBIn this episode Shaykh Faraz covers the chapter in Imam Haddad's Book of Assistance on sincere concern or counsel (nasiha). He explains how this is expressed, and delineates the harm of its against its opposite: envy. He then discusses what to do if one is praised and gives guidelines for praising others and giving them advice. He also highlights the importance of keeping trusts and speaking truthfully. Finally, he discourages argumentation, excessive joking, frightening others, and pride, un...
Patience and Gratitude – The Two Sides Of the Coin of Iman- Shaykh Abdurrahim Reasat
May 30, 2019 17:57 - 1 hour - 78.9 MBAs with everything of value, there is a price for Paradise. That price is iman. Those who possess iman must nurture it with patience and gratitude, for they are the two appropriate responses to life's tests. To make sense of these tests we need a context which explains the wisdom behind difficulty and ease, and the appropriateness of patience and gratitude as a response. This lecture explains the words of the Messenger of Allah, Allah bless him and give him peace, "[I am] amazed at the affai...
Embracing Excellence – 24 – Kindness and Charity – Ustadh Amjad Tarsin
May 29, 2019 20:12 - 41 minutes - 76.6 MBIn this episode, Ustadh Amjad Tarsin continues the exploration of the chapters in Haddad's Book of Assistance related to good character with others. He first examines the concept of love and hate for the sake of God. Next, he explains the importance of good company and highlights the virtue of being merciful and easygoing and of assisting others through both religious guidance and general support. He elaborates on what constitutes excellence to one's fellow believer and fulfilling his rights,...
Embracing Excellence – 23 – On Social Duties (from the Book of Assistance) – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
May 28, 2019 23:03 - 44 minutes - 82.3 MBIn this episode Shaykh Faraz Rabbani covers the section on social duties in Imam Haddad's Book of Assistance. The first duty he describes is the duty towards one's limbs in protecting them from sin for the sake of God. Next, he discusses one's social charges, beginning with one's family. He discusses how to protect their religious interests and fulfill their rights with excellence, advising to take particular care of the female members of the household. He also touches briefly on the public d...
Embracing Excellence – 22 – Commanding Good and Forbidding Evil – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
May 28, 2019 22:21 - 52 minutes - 97.1 MBIn this episode, Shaykh Faraz addresses the important yet often abused obligation of commanding the good and forbidding the evil, basing the discussion on the relevant chapter in Imam Haddad's Book of Assistance. After explaining relevant Qur'anic verses and hadith on the topic, he delineates when commanding good and forbidding evil is obligatory, recommended, and not obliged, warns against leaving it for worldly considerations. Imam Haddad advises that commanding the good should be done with...
Embracing Excellence – 21 – Scrupulousness – Ustadh Amjad Tarsin
May 27, 2019 23:29 - 44 minutes - 81.4 MBUstadh Amjad Tarsin gives guidance on avoiding the religiously doubtful based on the section on scrupulousness in Imam Haddad’s Book of Assistance. He explains how falling into the religiously suspect and unlawful tarnishes our spiritual works, emphasizing that this particularly applies as related to our food, as acts fuelled by the prohibited will be anything but good. Next, he gives guidelines on how to distinguish the prohibited and doubtful and their various degrees and cites the example ...
Embracing Excellence – 20 – Fasting and Ramadan – Ustadh Amjad Tarsin
May 27, 2019 22:57 - 34 minutes - 63.9 MBUstadh Amjad Tarsin inspires us to rev up our Ramadan devotions, giving a reminder on fasting and Ramadan from the section in Imam Haddad's Book of Assistance. He underscores the importance of increasing one's good works, staying in the mosque, and performing night prayers (tarawih) in the sacred month. Next, he sheds light on the Night of Great Worth (laylat al-qadr), giving some pointers on which night it is. At the same time, he reminds that "it's not a lottery," and that Allah's mercy is ...
Embracing Excellence – 19 – Zakat and Charity – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
May 24, 2019 21:31 - 1 hour - 119 MBShaykh Faraz Rabbani reads the discussion on zakat and charity in Imam Haddad’s Book of Assistance. He first outlines some practical guidelines on when and how to give one’s zakat, as well as certain practices to avoid. He also warns severely against the non-payment of the obligatory charity. Next, Shaykh Faraz discusses the virtue of zakat al-fitr, secret charity, giving even a small amount daily, and giving to beggars. He closes by explaining some of the merits of charitable giving and the ...
Embracing Excellence – 18 – Congregational Prayer – Ustadh Amjad Tarsin
May 24, 2019 01:24 - 38 minutes - 71.3 MBUstadh Amjad Tarsin continues the series “Embracing Excellence - 30 Steps on the Straight Path,” covering the Book of Assistance by Imam Haddad. In this session, he discusses prayer in congregation, its merit, and how it is to be properly performed for both men and women. He highlights the importance of following the imam properly, the virtue of the first row for men, straightening the rows in prayer, and praying in congregation in general, clearing some confusions in this regard along the wa...
Embracing Excellence – 17 – The Ritual Prayer – Ustadh Amjad Tarsin
May 23, 2019 18:04 - 24 minutes - 44.1 MBUstadh Amjad Tarsin looks at the ritual prayer, covering Imam Haddad's Book of Assistance. He discusses the importance of praying at the beginning of the time and preparing for the prayer in advance. He sheds light on the outward and inward manners to be observed while praying, highlighting the importance of concentration. He closes by discussing the importance of varying one's Qur'an recitation in prayer, and, if leading others, not making one's recitation too lengthy. This is part of th...
Embracing Excellence – 16 – Conduct in Mosques – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
May 23, 2019 17:41 - 29 minutes - 54 MBIn this episode, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani covers the chapter of Imam Haddad's Book of Assistance on conduct in mosques. He first discusses the great virtue of mosques and devotional retreat (iʿtikaf) therein. Next, he highlights things to avoid in the mosque, as well as particular adab and supplications to make the most of one's time in the houses of God. He closes by touching on the merits of answering the call to prayer (adhan). This is part of the series presented by SeekersGuidance Canada...
Embracing Excellence – 15 – Following the Sunna (Part Two) – Ustadh Amjad Tarsin
May 21, 2019 20:45 - 33 minutes - 61.6 MBUstadh Amjad Tarsin continues to look at the chapter in Imam Haddad’s Book of Assistance on following the sunna. In this episode, he discusses the importance of following the sunna, and gives a recap of the sunnas related to one’s clothing, speech, walking, sitting, sleep, eating and drinking, and sexual relations. Next, Ustadh Amjad completes the chapter with discussions on whether to marry or devote oneself to worship, the etiquettes of using the toilet (and why we follow the sunna even the...
Embracing Excellence – 14 – Following the Sunna (Part One) – Ustadh Amjad Tarsin
May 20, 2019 17:01 - 36 minutes - 67.5 MBUstadh Amjad Tarsin begins looking at the most comprehensive chapter in Imam Haddad’s Book of Assistance, on Following the Sunna. In this episode, he cites examples of the stringent following of the sunna by the righteous. He also gives a thorough discussion of sunnas related to one’s clothing and dress, speech and conversation, walking, sitting, sleep, eating and drinking, and sexual relations. This is part of the series presented by SeekersGuidance Canada in Ramadan 2019. Check out ...
Embracing Excellence – 13 – Cleanliness (from Imam Haddad’s Book of Assistance)- Ustadh Amjad Tarsin
May 19, 2019 21:10 - 31 minutes - 57.2 MBImam Haddad characteristically begins his chapter on cleanliness in the Book of Assistance not with outward but inward cleanliness -- purifying the heart from character traits he describes as "vile": envy, showing off, and so forth. And when he moves on to outward cleanliness, he first looks at purifying one's outward from sin and adorning it with virtue, before moving on to discussions of ritual purity and outward cleanliness according to the sunna. This is part of the series presented by S...
Re-Broadcast- Embracing Excellence – 12 – Religious Obligations and Knowledge – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
May 18, 2019 23:42 - 52 minutes - 96.1 MBIn this episode, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani looks at the chapter of Imam Haddad's Book of Assistance on religious obligations and seeking Islamic knowledge. He emphasizes the importance of ensuring we fulfill our religious obligations, reminding that these are not merely things we do but are keys to the love and closeness of Allah Most High. In this vein, he reminds of the importance of intention in how we view our life and priorities. Shaykh Faraz particularly highlights the necessity of gaining s...
Embracing Excellence – 11 – Nurturing Faith – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
May 17, 2019 18:36 - 51 minutes - 94.7 MBIn this episode, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani explores the chapter of Imam Haddad's Book of Assistance on Doctrine. He highlights the importance of learning one's beliefs (ʿaqidah) soundly and from reliable sources. He sheds light on ahl al-sunna wa'l-jamaʿa, the mainstream of Muslims, and warns against sectarianism. In this chapter, the author, Imam Haddad, explains how the traditional Ashʿari doctrine is that followed by the early Muslims as well as his own Ba-ʿAlawi tradition. He encourages studyi...
Embracing Excellence – 10 – Following the Book and Sunna – Ustadh Amjad Tarsin
May 17, 2019 00:49 - 43 minutes - 78.8 MBUstadh Amjad Tarsin explains the chapter of Imam Haddad's Book of Assistance on following the Qur'an and sunna. He highlights its centrality to faith and warns against innovations contradicting the sunna, while clarifying that this does not refer to everything not practiced by Prophet Muhammad (Allah bless him and give him peace). He also sheds light on the importance of connecting with scholars who can guide one to proper implementation of the teachings of the Qur'an and sunna. This lesson ...
03- The Art of Reading- Shaykh Ahmed Hussein El Azhary
May 16, 2019 20:33 - 40 minutes - 37.6 MBIn this new podcast series, Shaykh Ahmed Hussein El Azhary will discuss why the art of reading is critical for students of knowledge to master. One of the greatest barriers in mastering a science is the inability to read with structure and comprehension. In this series, Shaykh Ahmed will provide students with a detailed approach to rectifying this problem. In addition to offering practical tips and guidance in improving one’s reading and learning skills, Shaykh Ahmed will also elaborate on th...
Embracing Excellence: 30 Steps on the Straight Path- 09- Reflection -from Imam Haddad’s Book of Assistance – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
May 16, 2019 03:22 - 58 minutes - 108 MBIn this session, Shaykh Faraz looks at the section on reflection from Imam Haddad's Book of Assistance. He first explains the centrality of reflection to religious practice. Next, he explores the various types of reflection -- reflecting on Allah's creation, His favours, His encompassing knowledge of one, one's shortcomings, the paltry nature of this world, death, the virtues mentioned in the Qur'an, and on the Divine names and attributes -- citing the relevant verses and hadiths related to t...
Embracing Excellence: 30 Steps on the Straight Path- 08- Remembrance -from Imam Haddad’s Book of Assistance – Ustadh Amjad Tarsin
May 14, 2019 22:40 - 34 minutes - 62.3 MBUstadh Amjad Tarsin continues exploring Imam Haddad’s Book of Assistance as part of the series “Embracing Excellence: 30 Steps on the Straight Path.” In this session, he covers the chapter on remembrance. He explains the importance of remembrance from the Qur’an and hadith, as well as the importance of having a set litany of remembrance which one performs. Ustadh Amjad sheds light on some of the proprieties of remembering God, particularly that it involves both the tongue and heart. He also m...
Embracing Excellence – 07 – Acquiring Knowledge – Ustadh Amjad Tarsin
May 13, 2019 19:01 - 34 minutes - 63.4 MBUstadh Amjad Tarsin moves on to look at Imam Haddad’s chapter in the Book of Assistance on acquiring knowledge. He sheds light on the three core sciences necessary for the Muslim to understand and operationalize the Qur’an and sunna — beliefs (ʿaqida), sacred law (fiqh), and spiritual purification (tasawwuf) — in addition to hadith and Qur’anic commentary. He discusses the importance of gaining a sound foundation in sacred learning and recommends the practical writings of Imam Ghazali in part...
Embracing Excellence: 30 Steps on the Straight Path- 06 – Reciting the Qur’an – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
May 12, 2019 17:04 - 48 minutes - 89.7 MBShaykh Faraz Rabbani continues the series "Embracing Excellence: 30 Steps on the Straight Path" exploring Imam Haddad's Book of Assistance. In this episode, he explores the chapter on reciting the Qur'an This is part of the series presented by SeekersGuidance Canada in Ramadan 2019.
Reconnecting with the Quran in Ramadan – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
May 11, 2019 17:07 - 27 minutes - 49.8 MBShaykh Faraz Rabbani reminds of the gift of the guidance of the Qur'an, which provides the answers to the fundamental questions of life. He advises that we use Ramadan to reflect on the gift of the Quran and reconnect with Allah's Book, and reminding of the great rank and virtue of "the people of the Qur'an" described in Prophetic traditions. Shaykh Faraz advises that we establish a sustainable goal of recitation of the Quran in Ramadan that we maintain after. He encourages us to take advanta...