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Heaven's Celebrities
28 april 2020 · 15 min
Heaven's Celebrities are Often Unknown on Earth Lees meer
Fame is not a ladder to the Creator, it can actually be the greatest testimony against a person in the Hereafter. Tune in as Sh. Omar Suleiman reflects on what makes us great and what defines greatness.
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Feeling Lonely and It's Getting Worse
28 april 2020 · 16 min
Sh. Omar Suleiman reflects on the idea of loneliness and provides a few tips on what we as a community can do to help others and help ourselves deal with loneliness during this time and afterwards.
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Don’t Just Ask for the Loss to be Less
28 april 2020 · 8 min
Ask for the Replacement to be More Lees meer
The perfect supplication is when you ask Allah (swt) for the best, the highest in your perception, and accepting what He grants as the best. But how do you do this in times of hardship, times of loss and uncertainty?
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Does God Ever Give Us Tests We Can't Handle
28 april 2020 · 16 min
Sh. Omar Suleiman reflects on the subject of handling more than we can bare while referencing the ayah that states that God does not burden or test us beyond our scope.
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Do Not Wish to Meet Your Enemy in Battle
28 april 2020 · 9 min
Sh. Omar Suleiman reflects on the idea that while Allah may test us with hardships, He does not ask us to put ourselves in harmâs way to prove our loyalty to Him. At the same time, when Allah does test us, He has given us the tools to handle the test and gain reward from it. Lees meer
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To be spared and grateful
28 april 2020 · 6 min
To be spared and grateful Is more beloved than to be tested and patient Lees meer
Sh. Omar Suleiman reflects on the idea of asking Allah for hardship in order to gain more reward. However it is a narrated that to be spared and grateful is better than to be tested and patient.
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The Greatest Way to Seek Allah's Forgiveness
28 april 2020 · 16 min
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.
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Angels in your Presence #4
27 april 2020 · 4 min
In Episode #4, the respected Imam begins our understanding the role of the angels with our night sleep. Lees meer
The prophet s.a.w. said when a person makes wudu’ Allah sends an angel that spends the entire night at your head supplicating to Allah to forgive His servant as he went to sleep in the state of purification.
And the prophet s.a.w. said that the recitation of the Ayatul Kursi before sleep would have Allah send an angel that would stand guard and protect from the shayateen.
So for how long does the angel supplicate to Allah and for how long does the other angel protect you from the shayateen? Few hours? The whole night?
To learn the answers make the time to listen to the very end of this episode by Imam Omar Suleiman.
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Angels in your Presence #3
27 april 2020 · 4 min
In Episode #3, Imam Omar Suleiman talks about those times when we are fasting and yet we are surrounded by those who aren’t. It's natural to feel an instance of annoyance or even envy that they are eating while you aren’t. Lees meer
You may not know it but those instances are some of the most blessed moments in your life and you owe it to the angels. Truly.
Why? Well find that five minutes which is all the time this talk takes to discover why.
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When God Sends You a Dog or a Drunkard
26 april 2020 · 26 min
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When the Prophet Sent People Home from the Masajid for Taraweeh
26 april 2020 · 14 min
On the fourth night of Ramadan, the Prophet ﷺ did not show up to lead Taraweeh. Tune in as Sh. Omar Suleiman reflects on this incident and the meaning behind it.
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How Ali (ra) Spent 4 Dirhams in Search of Allah's Mercy
26 april 2020 · 9 min
Sh. Omar Suleiman describes a narration where Ali (ra) spent four dirhams in charity to search for Allah's mercy, as well as the lessons we can take about planting seeds in all forms of good.
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Ramadan Prep
26 april 2020 · 1 uur 43 min
10 Essential Tips
The holiest month of the year is nearly upon us! What can we do to make this the most spiritually productive and fulfilling Ramadan we've ever had? Join our panel of speakers as they offer 10 practical tips to make the most of Ramadan this year. Lees meer -
Two Things Allah Keeps Hidden From Us
26 april 2020 · 10 min
Sh. Omar Suleiman shares a beautiful statement by Ali (ra) that in essence tells us not to belittle good deeds, and not to belittle other people regardless of their status.
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The Sunnah of Saying I Love You
26 april 2020 · 11 min
Through the example of Muadh ibn Jabal, Sh. Omar Suleiman reflects on the Sunnah of loving each other and expressing that love for the sake of Allah.
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The Bedouin Who Mastered His Praise with Two Words
26 april 2020 · 12 min
Sh. Omar Suleiman reflects on the story of a Bedouin who describes himself between two states: that of thanking Allah, and seeking forgiveness from Him, and how his simple praise of Allah was considered masterful.
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Angels in your Presence #2
26 april 2020 · 5 min
In Episode #2, our respected Imam Omar Suleiman introduces the two angels, Raqib and Atid. Whatever we do or say is recorded by either of the angels on our right and left. When a sin is committed the angel on the left is to record it. However, did you know that the angel does not record it the instant it is committed? Lees meer
No. Rather the angel is instructed by Allah s.w.t. to hold back, hold off the recording for a certain time. How long is that time? And why is the time prescribed? What is the effect of this holding off?
These answers lie towards the end of this 5 minute episode.
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Qur'an 30 for 30 #2
25 april 2020 · 36 min
Juz' 2 with Tesneem Alkiek - Ramadan series Lees meer
Sh. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Abdullah Oduro, joined by special guest Tesneem Alkiek, explore gems from the second Juz' of the Holy Quran.
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Qur'an 30 for 30 #1
25 april 2020 · 38 min
Juz' 1 with Justin Parrot - Ramadan Series Lees meer
In the opening episode of the series, Sh. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Abdullah Oduro, joined by special guest Justin Parrott, explore gems from the first Juz' of the Holy Quran.
In the month leading into Ramadan, our team worked around the clock to be there for you, bringing you relevant, uplifting, and educational content to help cope with lockdowns, quarantines, and the fear around COVID-19.
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'When My Servants Ask of Me, I Am Near'
25 april 2020 · 14 min
From Adam to Abraham- 'When My Servants Ask of Me, I Am Near' - Virtual Khutbah
In surah tul Bakarah, there is a verse that states "and when my servants ask you about Me, then tell them I am near. I answer the call of every believer when they call upon me so let them also answer my call and believe in me so they may find rightful guidance" (2:186). Sh. Omar Suleiman discusses the very powerful connection of this ayah to two prophets, Adam and Abraham, and their call to Allah. Lees meer -
Angels #1
25 april 2020 · 5 min
Angels in your presence #1 - They've Got Your Back. Lees meer
Do we have such a thing as guardian angels? What do they do, and how do we experience them?
This Ramadhan 2020 Imam Omar Suleiman guides us through the realm of the Angels, the Mala'ikah. Episode #1 is an introduction into the role and presence of the angels in the life of every man and woman.
Can you recall a moment when you are on your war somewhere and suddenly a car or bike that was definitely not going to miss you swerves and misses you by inches?
That is the angel carrying out its duty to keep you out of harm's way.
Each of us is assigned four angels - two who record our deeds and two who protect us. But sometimes despite the presence of the guardian angels harm does befall. Why?
Listen to this series to learn the who, what, when, why and how of the Angels.
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Understanding Invisible Wounds
17 april 2020 · 14 min
The Prophet ﷺ bled more in Uhud, but he hurt more in Taif. Sh. Omar Suleiman reflects on becoming aware of our own invisible wounds, the wounds we cause, the ones we ignore in the people around us.
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Falling Into Your Thoughts
8 april 2020 · 7 min
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Do not leave me to myself
8 april 2020 · 33 min
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The Shadows of My Worries
8 april 2020 · 8 min
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99 gods vs 99 names of one God
2 april 2020 · 12 min
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Buying What You Want When You Feel Like It
2 april 2020 · 8 min
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Two Blessings that are Rarely Combined
2 april 2020 · 4 min
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The Death of the Prophet & the Vision of Ibn Abbas
29 maart 2020 · 8 min
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Make Peace and Move On
29 maart 2020 · 9 min
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Consuming Too Much Bad News and the Danger of Despair
29 maart 2020 · 24 min
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The reward of a martyr for staying at home
29 maart 2020 · 11 min
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Observing the Forgotten Month of Sha’aban in the Coronavirus Era
29 maart 2020 · 58 min
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Make a Wish!
27 maart 2020 · 13 min
ICNA Dawah Conf 2020
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When will life go back to normal
24 maart 2020 · 14 min
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To Put a Smile on the Face of your Brother or Sister
24 maart 2020 · 10 min
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Avoiding that which doesn't concern you
24 maart 2020 · 15 min
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Find Clarity in Your Cave
24 maart 2020 · 14 min
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How sincere are we about our sincerity
24 maart 2020 · 35 min
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Neglected Blessings and Unique Opportunities of the Coronavirus
16 maart 2020 · 31 min
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Coronavirus - Spirituality, Anxiety, Practicality
16 maart 2020 · 1 uur 21 min
How do we manage our spirituality and mental health during the Coronavirus outbreak? Lees meer
The outbreak of COVID-19 is stressful for people and communities. In addition to fear of the risk of the disease itself, voluntary social isolation, mosque and school closures, and shifts in working situations can take a toll on our spirituality and mental well-being.
Join Yaqeen Founder & President Sh. Omar Suleiman and authors of the Trauma series Sarah Sultan LPC, LMHC and Najwa Awad, LCSWC as they provide practical tips on how to nurture our faith and mental health during a time of fear and uncertainty.
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The Plague that Killed Sahaba and the Coronavirus
6 maart 2020 · 1 uur
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. Lees meer
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The Firsts - Episode 12
2 maart 2020 · 1 uur
Abu Bakr - Part 3
There Will Never Be Another One Lees meerProphet Muhammad ï·º was keen to remember and honor âthe firstsâ for their support, suffering, and sincerity. Abu Bakrâs (ra) honor surpassed everyoneâs, including that of Umar ibn al Khattab (ra).
He surpassed everyone by a distance that no one could ever catch up to. His status is sanctified as the first after the prophets. Prophet Muhammad ï·º said the sun has never risen or set on anyone, after the prophets, that is better than Abu Bakr, and that he will be the first to enter Paradise in his nation.
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The Firsts - Episode 11
25 februari 2020 · 59 min
Abu Bakr_ Setting His Own Standards Lees meer
Abu Bakr's (ra) character is best described by the words of Ali (ra), 'he is the first to every good'. Abu Bakr (ra) was the ultimate trendsetter, the fastest to do the good deed.
In episode 10 of The Firsts, Sh. Omar Suleiman continues to talk about Abu Bakr (ra) and his elevation in the pursuit of good. The standards that he set and the inspiration that he had to achieve the good deed and how we can learn from him in setting our own goals and placing a higher standard on ourselves and actions.
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The Firsts - Episode 10
25 februari 2020 · 54 min
Abu Bakr_ Second to None in the Pursuit of God Lees meer
Abu Bakr al-Siddiq (ra) was the ultimate "first": quick to believe, quick to do good, never hesitant to follow the Prophet ï·º, and had a natural instinct toward good.
In Episode 9 of The Firsts, Sh. Omar Suleiman describes the noble character of Abu Bakr (ra), his friendship with the Prophet ï·º, and his unmatched legacy.
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The Firsts - Episode 09
25 februari 2020 · 1 uur 1 min
Ali and Fatima_ From Love to the Pain of Death Lees meer
Many came to the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, asking whom he loved the most, including Ali (ra) and Fatima (ra). He had the most eloquent answer, while maintaining his character of honesty. Even though Fatima was very dear to him and his heart was very attached to her, he didn’t want to answer in a way that would hurt Ali, whom he loved as his own son. He looked at Ali and said, 'She is more beloved to me than you, but you are more precious to me than her', making them both very happy." Tune in to episode 8 of The Firsts as Sh. Omar Suleiman continues to talk about the love between Ali and Fatima and the love they had with Prophet Muhammad ﷺ to the pain that was felt after the passing of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and the passing of Fatima (ra).
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What's in a Name and What's Your Defining Quality
6 februari 2020 · 27 min
What's in a name? Sh. Omar Suleiman discusses the etiquette of how we deal with one another from the prohibition of mockery of names outlined in Surat al-Hujaraat to the names we give our children.
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Why do we grieve and what can we learn from celebrity deaths
1 februari 2020 · 31 min
Why do we grieve and what can we learn from celebrity deaths? Sh. Omar Suleiman addresses the recent death of basketball legend, Kobe Bryant, and why celebrity deaths affect us so much as well as what we can learn from moments like these.
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The Firsts - Episode 08
31 januari 2020 · 57 min
The First Family - Ali (ra) and Fatima (ra) Lees meer
Both Ali and Fatima were raised by the beloved Prophet ﷺ and had a special place in his heart. They were married by the Prophet ﷺ then counseled by him. Through their blessed marriage, a community came together and a community remains inspired. They faced obstacles that we all face in our marriage but by the guidance of Allah, the advice of the Prophet ﷺ, and the faith in their hearts, they were able to pull through and leave behind one of the greatest examples of a marriage ever to exist. And in studying this blessed family, we get to see our Prophet ﷺ in a new light: as a loving father, grandfather, and father in law.
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The Firsts - Episode 07
31 januari 2020 · 57 min
Both Ali and Fatima were raised by the beloved Prophet ﷺ and had a special place in his heart. They were married by the Prophet ﷺ then counseled by him. Through their blessed marriage, a community came together and a community remains inspired. They faced obstacles that we all face in our marriage but by the guidance of Allah, the advice of the Prophet ﷺ, and the faith in their hearts, they were able to pull through and leave behind one of the greatest examples of a marriage ever to exist. And in studying this blessed family, we get to see our Prophet ﷺ in a new light: as a loving father, grandfather, and father in law. Lees meer