Ramadan is a special time of the year in which we as Muslims engage in an act of worship that’s like no other. In contrast to all other acts of worship, fasting is an intimate act that cannot be witnessed or confirmed by anyone other than Allah. It’s a secret between the servant and their […]
Category Archives: Podcast
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Aug
Aug
This episode is a sneak peak into our weekly live sessions at Al-Andalus Academy’s Halaqa series where we’re currently engaging in the study of Sidi ibn ‘Atā-illah’s Kitab at-Tanwīr (The Book of Illumination). In this session, wel delve into three reasons that should compel us to dropping the measure alongside Allah ﷻ. These revolve around the […]
11
Aug
Aug
Humans spend one third of their lives sleeping. It’s one of the most conserved behaviours in nature, which speaks to a crucial role it plays in survival. Yet, much of the popular discussion on sleep follows a reductive approach that focuses on its import in the physical realm whilst completely ignoring the metaphysical realities behind […]
14
Jun
Jun
The Illumination in Dropping the Measure is a text by Sidi ibn ‘Atā-illah in which he expounds on the belief in the Divine Decree. In a way, it can be viewed as a commentary on the Hadith of ibn ‘Abbās RA where the Beloved ﷺ affirms for him that what is written will pass, regardless […]
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Feb
Feb
In an age consumed by obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure, and cancer, many people have shifted towards what is known as “Prophetic Medicine” as an alternative to conventional medicine. But what does Prophetic Medicine mean and does it even exist? I was invited on the Ahmed Khan Podcast recently to discuss the origins of Prophetic […]
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Aug
Aug
The Beloved ﷺ described prayer as the “pillar of the religion”. As Muslims, we’re commanded to establish the five daily prayers. For many of us, the routine of it can lead us to becoming absent-minded as we perform them. Without presence, we fail to grasp the true significance of what it means to be in […]
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May
May
The greatest weapon in modern warfare is the media, which Malcolm X warned us can make the oppressed appear as the oppressor and the oppressor appear as the oppressed. Nothing demonstrates this so clearly as in the case of Palestine. At the time of recording this episode Israel’s terrorist army was entering its 8th day […]
15
Mar
Mar
As we enter the month of Sha’bān we must use this time in the way the Beloved ﷺ taught us – to prepare for the month of Ramadan. Sha’bān is a blessed month in which our deeds for the entire year are raised up to be presented to the Lord of the Worlds. Our Beloved […]
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Feb
Feb
Alhamdulillah, we’re now moving into our fifth year at Al-Andalus Book Club and with that comes our fifth booklist. My tongue is incapable of expressing how grateful I am for this blessing; the conversations we’ve had and the ideas we’ve been able to develop over the years with each book we read. 2020 was a […]
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Nov
Nov
Death is the transition from this ephemeral world to the eternal abode. It’s an inevitable part of this life. Yet, many of us live as if we’re going to be here forever and get stunned when this calamity befalls us. Topics addressed in this episode include the response to death, the proper perspective this world […]
15
Nov
Nov
I was invited on November 14th, 2020 by Northwestern University’s MSA to give a talk to their cohort. Given the current travel restrictions, we had to do it over Zoom. Topics addressed in this talk include Cartesian dualism contrasted with Islamic dualism, building a stronger connection with Allah, and spiritual cultivation through everyday tasks and […]
15
Jul
Jul
Confusion Painting by Hans Magden As Muslims have become increasingly integrated into social justice movements and the entertainment industry, many prominent figures are taking actions that align with the dominant ideology in these spheres. Despite their apparent unrelatedness, a common theme runs through Muslim hijabi Instagram influencers taking off their hijabs, comedians mocking Islamic practices […]
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Mar
Mar
This is a recording of a special online event coinciding with this month’s Mizan Monthly held on March 21, 2020/ Rajab 27, 1441. The night of Isra and Miraj was the incredible journey of the Prophet ﷺ from Makkah to Jerusalem, followed by the Ascension to the Heavens. Relive the story of this epic […]
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Mar
Mar
We live in perilous times and the current coronavirus has many confused and in panic. Mainstream news and social media have added more to the bewilderment and many feel the current lockdowns, cancellations of events, and suspensions of Jumua prayers are overreactions. Topics discussed in this episode include: What are coronavirus and COVID-19? Where did […]
14
Feb
Feb
What is the purpose of education and how does Islamic education differ from modern forms of it? What makes a scholar in Islam? Topics discussed in this episode include the differences between the aims of education from a traditional perspective vs that of a modern perspective, what makes a person of knowledge in the Quran, […]
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Nov
Nov
This is a recording of the third and final session of an intensive held at Mīzan Avenue in Sydney, Australia on October 27th, 2019 covering Ibn ‘Atā’illah’s as-Sakandarī’s Taj al-‘Arūs al-Hawī li-Tahthīb an-Nufūs or Refinement of Souls. This is a concise manual consisting of spiritual instructions, aphorisms and private discourses with the Divine. The author […]
15
Nov
Nov
This is a recording of the second session of an intensive held at Mīzan Avenue in Sydney, Australia on October 27th, 2019 covering Ibn ‘Atā’illah’s as-Sakandarī’s Taj al-‘Arūs al-Hawī li-Tahthīb an-Nufūs or Refinement of Souls. This is a concise manual consisting of spiritual instructions, aphorisms and private discourses with the Divine. The author has included […]
08
Nov
Nov
This is a recording of the first session of an intensive held at Mīzan Avenue in Sydney, Australia on October 27th, 2019 covering Ibn ‘Atā’illah’s as-Sakandarī’s Taj al-‘Arūs al-Hawī li-Tahthīb an-Nufūs or Refinement of Souls. This is a concise manual consisting of spiritual instructions, aphorisms and private discourses with the Divine. The author has included […]
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Oct
Oct
The Beloved ﷺ told us that a time will come when confusion will reign supreme and believers will be bewildered. It seems we can’t go a week without Muslims online jumping into another moshpit that adds to the chaos and further obscures matters rather than bringing any clarity or benefit to the actions of the […]
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Jul
Jul
Shaykh Hamza Yusuf is considered by a number of official entities to be the most influential Muslim leader in the West. Given his public status, he has attracted much attention, some of which has of late been negative given the political engagements he has been involved in. Due to an increasing level of attacks targetting […]
06
Jun
Jun
A heavy emphasis is placed in Islam on the dangers of the tongue. The Beloved ﷺ warned against heedlessness over speech and guaranteed Paradise to the one who is watchful over their words, which indicates the difficulty of attaining that level of consciousness. Indeed, the most difficult fast during Ramadan is not that of the stomach, […]
A heavy emphasis is placed in Islam on the dangers of the tongue. The Beloved ﷺ warned against heedlessness over speech and guaranteed Paradise to the one who is watchful over their words, which indicates the difficulty of attaining that level of consciousness. Indeed, the most difficult fast during Ramadan is not that of the stomach, […]
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May
May
A heavy emphasis is placed in Islam on the dangers of the tongue. The Beloved ﷺ warned against heedlessness over speech and guaranteed Paradise to the one who is watchful over their words, which indicates the difficulty of attaining that level of consciousness. Indeed, the most difficult fast during Ramadan is not that of the stomach, […]
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May
May
A heavy emphasis is placed in Islam on the dangers of the tongue. The Beloved ﷺ warned against heedlessness over speech and guaranteed Paradise to the one who is watchful over their words, which indicates the difficulty of attaining that level of consciousness. Indeed, the most difficult fast during Ramadan is not that of the stomach, […]
15
Apr
Apr
A heavy emphasis is placed in Islam on the dangers of the tongue. The Beloved ﷺ warned against heedlessness over speech and guaranteed Paradise to the one who is watchful over their words, which indicates the difficulty of attaining that level of consciousness. Indeed, the most difficult fast during Ramadan is not that of the stomach, […]
01
Apr
Apr
A heavy emphasis is placed in Islam on the dangers of the tongue. The Beloved ﷺ warned against heedlessness over speech and guaranteed Paradise to the one who is watchful over their words, which indicates the difficulty of attaining that level of consciousness. Indeed, the most difficult fast during Ramadan is not that of the stomach, […]
25
Mar
Mar
A heavy emphasis is placed in Islam on the dangers of the tongue. The Beloved ﷺ warned against heedlessness over speech and guaranteed Paradise to the one who is watchful over their words, which indicates the difficulty of attaining that level of consciousness. Indeed, the most difficult fast during Ramadan is not that of the stomach, […]
10
Mar
Mar
What is toxic masculinity? And how does it manifest in marriages and intimacy? How did the social conditioning of men lead to this? These questions form the points of discussion in this episode dedicated to Muslim men.
17
Feb
Feb
Can we believe Adam peace be upon him refers to the first cell and Eve peace be upon her refers to the amniotic division? Can the subjective experience of spiritual elation serve as proof for claims of truth in religion? How do we raise children to love prayer when we sometimes have to discipline them […]
13
Jan
Jan
Lady Khadijah RA was the first and while alive the only wife of the Beloved ﷺ. Their relationship was of immense significance and the love the Beloved ﷺ had for her did not diminish with her passing. Lady Aisha RA said she was never jealous of any of the wives of the Beloved ﷺ as she was of […]