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The Benefits of Trials 3: Stuck out at Sea and Discovering True Sincerity - Ustadh AbdelRahman Murphy
The third gift that 'Iz ad Deen ibn Abd as Salaam (r) provides us with as a virtue of being tested is that we discover what it truly means to be truly and totally focused on Allah - sincerity, or ikhlaas.
The Benefits of Trials 2: Coming to Know Ourselves, Our Need of God - Ustadh AbdelRahman Murphy
The first benefit yesterday taught us that trials bring us to develop a clearer understanding of who our Lord is - His honor, His power, and His lordship.
The Benefits of Trials 1: Being Brought to Know Allah - Ustadh AbdelRahman Murphy
A series based on a text by a 12 century Egyptian scholar, The Benefits of Trials. The first benefit that he mentions is that trials and tests in life bring us to a much more intimate and deep knowledge of Allah - tests make us appreciate His honor and power in Lordship, and that realization comes to us in the midst of the trial, with the fruit of bringing us to a state of reliance and spiritual rest with God.
The Greatest Way to Seek Allah's Forgiveness - Imam Omar Suleiman
Istighfar, or seeking forgiveness, both prevents hardship and is a means of relieving hardship. Sh. Omar Suleiman describes one of the best du'as to make for seeking Allah's forgiveness.
A Powerful Dua for Happiness - Suleiman Hani
Dua for happiness, its transliteration and its meaning.
Importance of and How to Make Du'a (Supplication) - Sh. Yasir Qadhi
Dua is the backbone of worship! Learn the etiquettes of making dua.
The Delayed Dua Syndrome - Mohammad Elshinawy
When struck with a hardship, we make profuse duâ’ appealing for comfort and a way out. Sometimes, the response from Allah is delayed, and we become consumed by worry and anxiety. Is there a wisdom in delayed dua?
21 Recommended Times for Dua (Supplication) - MV Media
There are certain times dua (supplication) is more likely to be accepted by Allah (Most High) as mentioned by Prophet (ﷺ). This article lists 21.
Coping with the Coronavirus - Najwa Awad, Sarah Sultan and Dr. Omar Suleiman
How do we empower ourselves spiritually, mentally, and emotionally during a time of anxiety and uncertainty? With all the fear around the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, we can feel panicked and anxious, like our life is spiraling out of control. This infographic helps us reflect and refocus our thinking.
The Plague that Killed Sahaba and the Coronavirus - Sh. Omar Suleiman
In light of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, Sh. Omar Suleiman delivers a special lecture on the Amwas plague, the first plague to claim the lives of hundreds of Sahaba and thousands of people in the 7th century. He highlights lessons we can learn from that time period and offers some spiritual gems that are relevant to us today.
Time stamp: 9:33 - mass health crisis (a plague)
10 Days of Dhul Hijjah - Imam Zaid Shakir
The importance and the blessings of the first ten days of Dhull Hijjah
The Ten Days of Dhul Hijjah - Sh. Yaser Birjas
The blessings of the first 10 days of Dhul Hijjah
Series: Angels in your presense - Imam Omar Suleiman
Throughout your existence, there are angels in your presence. But it’s your actions that cause those angels to either praise you or disgrace you. Through this series, we will explore the actions that invite these blessed unseen beings to pray upon you, and carry your name and mention to the One who created us all.
They've Got Your Back | Angels in Your Presence - Imam Omar Suleiman
Do we have such a thing as guardian angels? What do they do, and how do we experience them?
Islamic Beliefs (Aqeedah) - Imam Omar Suleiman
Learn about the 6 pillars of faith (aqeeda)
Content:
Belief in Allah -- 01:50
Belief in Angels -- 10:28
Belief in Books -- 14:31
Belief in Messengers -- 25:10
Belief in Day of Judgement -- 38:00
Belief in Divine Decree -- 46:56
Easliy accessible video!
Sectarianism & Anathematization - Sh. Hamza Yusuf
God prohibited sectarianism yet we find a problem of attacking other Muslims in our community.
Facts vs. Interpretations: Understanding Islam & Evolution - Dr. Yamina Bouguenaya, Isra Yazicioglu and Ilhan Akan
The purpose of this essay is to offer an Islamic perspective on the theory of evolution. As we discuss this particular theory, we also aim to highlight broader issues related to Islam and science.
Why Do People Suffer? God’s Existence & the Problem of Evil - Mohammad Elshinawy
This essay argues that the existence of evil offers neither a logical nor probable case against God’s existence and that Islam offers a comprehensive theodicy: that is, a systematic solution to the problem of evil.