Shaykh Fadhlalla Haeri
Shaykh Fadhlalla Haeri's podcast offers a unifying perspective on spirituality, emphasizing practical self-transformation. It bridges different approaches to spirituality, making traditional Islamic teachings accessible to modern seekers through courses and publications. The podcast includes lectures, commentaries on the Holy Qur'an, and discussions on irfan.
Episodes
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A question and answer session with Shaykh Fadhlalla Haeri
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A sohbet with Shaykh Fadhlalla Haeri on the matter of balance and appropriate action in present times
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An intimate exchange with Shaykh Fadhlalla Haeri
Participative Destiny: A Qur'anic Perspective with Shaykh Fadhlalla Haeri and Dr Adnan Al Adnani
Reference for Quranic Verses mentioned in this talk:
Chapter (8) sūrat l-anfāl (The Spoils of War)
O you who have believed, respond to Allah and to the Messenger when he calls you to that which gives you life. And know that Allah intervenes between a man and his heart and that to Him you will be gathered.
Chapter (2) sūrat l-baqarah (The Cow)
the month of Ramadan, wherein the Koran was sent
Quran with SFH Series: Surah Hashr (21-24)
Translation
Had We sent down this Quran upon a mountain, you would have certainly seen it humbled and torn apart in awe of Allah. We set forth such comparisons for people, ˹so˺ perhaps they may reflect. He is Allah—there is no god ˹worthy of worship˺ except Him: Knower of the seen and unseen. He is the Most Compassionate, Most Merciful. He is Allah—there is no god except Him: the King, the Most H
Quran with SFH Series: Surah Ale Imran (154)
Translation
Then after sorrow He sent down security upon you, a calm coming upon a party of you, and (there was) another party whom their own souls had rendered anxious; they entertained about Allah thoughts of ignorance quite unjustly, saying: We have no hand in the affair. Say: Surely the affair is wholly (in the hands) of Allah. They conceal within their souls what they would not reveal to you
Quran with SFH Series: Ayatul Nur
Allah is the light of the heavens and the earth; a likeness of His light is as a niche in which is a lamp, the lamp is in a glass, (and) the glass is as it were a brightly shining star, lit from a blessed olive-tree, neither eastern nor western, the oil whereof almost gives light though fire touch it not-- light upon light-- Allah guides to His light whom He pleases, and Allah sets forth parables
Quran with SFH Series: Ayatul Kursi
Allah is He besides Whom there is no god, the Everliving, the Self-subsisting by Whom all subsist; slumber does not overtake Him nor sleep; whatever is in the heavens and whatever is in the earth is His; who is he that can intercede with Him but by His permission? He knows what is before them and what is behind them, and they cannot comprehend anything out of His knowledge except what He pleases,
Quran with SFH Series: Surah Al-Maun
In the name of Allah, Most Gracious, Most Merciful.1. Have you considered him who calls the judgment a lie?2. That is the one who treats the orphan with harshness,3. And does not urge (others) to feed the poor.4. So woe to the praying ones,5. Who are unmindful of their prayers,6. Who do (good) to be seen,7. And withhold the necessaries of life.
Quran with SFH Series: Surah Al-Infitaar
1. When the heaven becomes cleft asunder,2. And when the stars become dispersed,3. And when the seas are made to flow forth,4. And when the graves are laid open,5. Every soul shall know what it has sent before and held back.6. O man! what has beguiled you from your Lord, the Gracious one,7. Who created you, then made you complete, then made you symmetrical?8. Into whatever form He pleased He cons
Quran with SFH Series: Surah At Tin
1. I swear by the fig and the olive,2. And mount Sinai,3. And this city made secure,4. Certainly We created man in the best make.5. Then We render him the lowest of the low.6. Except those who believe and do good, so they shall have a reward never to be cut off.7. Then who can give you the lie after (this) about the judgment?8. Is not Allah the best of the Judges?
Quran with SFH Series: Surah Ad Duha
1. I swear by the early hours of the day,2. And the night when it covers with darkness.3. Your Lord has not forsaken you, nor has He become displeased,4. And surely what comes after is better for you than that which has gone before.5. And soon will your Lord give you so that you shall be well pleased.6. Did He not find you an orphan and give you shelter?7. And find you lost (that is, unrecognized
Quran with SFH Series: Surah Al Zilzal
1. When the earth is shaken with her (violent) shaking,2. And the earth brings forth her burdens,3. And man says: What has befallen her?4. On that day she shall tell her news,5. Because your Lord had inspired her.6. On that day men shall come forth in sundry bodies that they may be shown their works.7. So. he who has done an atom´s weight of good shall see it8. And he who has done an atom´s weigh
Quran with SFH Series: Surah At-Takathur
1. Abundance diverts you,2. Until you come to the graves.3. Nay! you shall soon know,4. Nay! Nay! you shall soon know.5. Nay! if you had known with a certain knowledge,6. You should most certainly have seen the hell;7. Then you shall most certainly see it with the eye of certainty;8. Then on that day you shall most certainly be questioned about the boons.
Quran with SFH Series: Surah An Naziat
1. I swear by the angels who violently pull out the souls of the wicked,2. And by those who gently draw out the souls of the blessed,3. And by those who float in space,4. Then those who are foremost going ahead,5. Then those who regulate the affair.6. The day on which the quaking one shall quake,7. What must happen afterwards shall follow it.8. Hearts on that day shall palpitate,9. Their eyes cas
Quran with SFH Series: Surah Al Falaq
Those who are on a path of rising intelligence and consciousness, and who want to minimize conflict and suffering, are advised to take refuge and not enter the distractions of more power, and wealth etc.
Human consciousness is one of many multiverses of which we have no knowledge. Dabbling in unseen powers is extremely dangerous and will cause one destruction. We are advised to stay within very na
Quran with SFH Series: Surah An Naas
If we are to have a wholesome life, with appropriate conduct and presence, then we need to constantly steer ourselves away from distractions and distracting elements, including all mental whisperings, temptations and those suggestions from confused people. We have to remain centered and composed, otherwise we may lose our calibration with the higher Light within us (the soul). This can be complex
Quran with SFH Series: Surah Kauther
A powerful short surah, where the Prophet Muhammed was shown his boundless grace and goodness, i.e. full exposure to the light transmitted from his own ruh (soul). This came about through trust, abandonment of concern. The surah urges us to express goodness, be generous and make sacrifices through the generosity of spirit. And to those who are cut off from the light, they are the ones who truly ha
Quran with SFH Series: Surah Ikhlaas
The concept of God or the Divine Light, was part of the arab culture where the Muhammadi revelations occurred. The surah urges us to confess that God is One and know that it is beyond on mental comprehension. The mysterious One is self nourishing, self maintaining and perpetual forever, not subject to space or time.
Humans aspire to these qualities as we too love to be independent. However, unlik
Quran with SFH Series: Surah Fatiha
The most oft repeated Surah of the Qur'an focuses on the path.
The way to live our lives with least sorrow, emotional upheaval etc. It starts by reminding us of the fabric of existence, held by both the visible and invisible fabric of praise of our what we attract and wish for. Human consciousness is balanced between light and dark, attraction and repulsion. We straddle between these numerous
Quran with SFH Series: Surah Al Balad
We are reminded of the sacred oath that humans have taken, by housing the Divine Light within our bodies. The combination of both in one, is insan, who struggle to reconcile these two realities. The only way to reconcile this turmoil, is to dissolve oneself and transcend to the Ultimate Light.
The nature of the mind is to blame and claim innocence. Its shadowy nature will always try to justify it
Quran with SFH Series: Surah Al Qadr
Life on earth is within space and time and receiving messages from the Unseen enables us to cross the conditionality of human consciousness to that of the soul (ruh). The disclosure of the Quran connects physical activities, people, groups, historical rises and falls of mankind with the heavenly abode of lights and delights. Like previous sacred books, the Quran reinforces their messages, and brou
Quran with SFH Series: Surah Al Asr
At all times, the nature of the human, is to be at a loss, a statement of Higher Truth which will be realised when one transcends dualities and enters Oneness. We are at a loss and experience difficulties because of the evolving tendencies, biographies and values that we attribute to ourselves within time, within duality. The only way to resolve this, is by dissolving it, by faith and trust, that
Quran with SFH Series: Surah Al A'la
Surah Al A'la commentary by Shaykh Fadhlalla Haeri focuses on humanity's responsibility towards nature and its delicate balance as well as our inner intricate balance. The worst affliction one can experience is not being connected with the Source of Life in the moment, the nature of the soul or the ruh is eternal. Associating with one's body, which is not eternal, and its emotions, whi
Quran with SFH Series: Surah Inshirah
A 2023 series of Qur'an talks with Shaykh Fadhlalla Haeri, starting with Surah Inshirah focuses on the purpose of human life, the challenges of feeling trapped, the relief that soon inevitably comes afterwards. Human beings are continuously evolving- a work in progress- n duality, irrespective of how many times one touches the Divine Light within oneself. With every difficulty, the seed of eas
Shaykh Fadhlalla Haeri Wird
In the Name of Allah, the Beneficent, the Merciful. Praise belongs to Allah, the Lord of the worlds. May peace and prayers be showered upon the Master of the Messengers and his household and guided companions. Allah, the Sublime says: “Indeed through the remembrance of Allah the hearts become tranquil.” (13:28.) I ask Allah that you be of those whose hearts are tranquil and of those who have arriv
The Inner Meaning of Friendship with Allah
This Discourse recollects the life of the great patriarch of middle eastern spirituality: The Prophet Abraham. Shaykh Fadhlalla presents the historical narrative and arc of the defining moments that marked the life Abraham ‘Ebrahim’ in Arabic, in tandem with overviewing there meanings and value to seekers today. The historical – cultural dynamics of the period he lived in, the way of life an
Qur'an Talks in the UK (Part 5 & 6 of 6)
In this session, Shaykh Fadhlalla reviews the key landmarks of the series, beginning with the essential questions that have informed the reflection and study throughout: What is the position of human being in existence; why can’t we maintain constancy and happiness; what is this entity called you; how to save myself from myself?. Adam was designed in theGarden to experience duality in order to rea
Qur'an Talks in the UK (Part 4 of 6)
In the fourth session,Shaykh Fadhlalla continues developing the theme of Purification of the Heart and Human Cosmology. The Qur’an repeatedly calls human beings to greater awareness of the complex and incredible mechanism of human life - all of us seek truth beyond change. In this session, Shaykh Fadhlalla discusses the links between knowledge and action via the Qur’anic descriptions of Iman, Isla
Qur'an Talks in the UK (Part 3 of 6)
The third session in the UK Qur’an series. Utilizing several key questions in exploring further the central themes of human nature and existence: Why do seek the best outcomes? why do we want act in a way that is considered to be good in any given situation? what is this complex self that contains the entire spectrum of the highest and lowest? The first key topic is knowledge and the path that lea
Qur'an Talks in the UK (Part 2 of 6)
The second discourse from the UK Qur’an series. These discourses construct a multi - dimensional map and cosmology that both indicates the designs of life and provide keys in which one is able move along its pathways. Human beings are repeatedly challenged to review and adjust, as part of the mysterious movement of life. This talk considers several key topics - The first is the self and the Qurani
Qur'an Talks in the UK (Part 1 of 6)
This is the first in a series of several sessions hosted in the England. Whereby Shaykh Fadhlalla discusses select fundamental themes from the Academy of Self Knowledge teachings and cosmology with special emphasis on its Qur’an essence. One of the purposes of the ASK teachings is to present the Universality of The Qur’anic teachings and openings in manner that is accessible beyond language and cu
Journeys in Consciousness (Talk 4 of 4)- Part 2 of 2
A continuation of the fourth session in the retreat series this talk is composed of aphorisms read by different participants. Shaykh Fadhlalla continues his commentary using links and bridge in the aphorisms material to pointers and indications, relate to different dynamics in consciousness, contextualizing them both in terms of modern life, as well as prophetic teachings, conduct, and the Qur’an.
Journeys in Consciousness (Talk 4 of 4)- Part 1 of 2
In the fourth talk of the series, Shaykh Fadhlalla reminds the audience of the three main issues he outlined previously and how each relates to the five-journey model. Continued disclosures on patterns and design of nature, and the arrow of time using metaphors and examples in human life to further relay how the compendium levels of existence and reality are connected and encapsulated in Unity, co
Jewels of Qur'an Series: Surah Tin Part 2
The next chapter in the Jewels series, Shaykh Fadhlalla discusses another of the short meccan Surah’s at – Tin ‘The Fig’. The early short meccan surah’s are condensed snap shots of the multi layers of reality. This Surah places focus on natural patterns and rhythums. Using the metaphor and symbol of the ancient fruits: the fig and the olive that were staple part of the diet of people of the ancien
Jewels of Qur'an Series: Surah Tin Part 1
The next chapter in the Jewels series, Shaykh Fadhlalla discusses another of the short meccan Surah’s at – Tin ‘The Fig’. The early short meccan surah’s are condensed snap shots of the multi layers of reality. This Surah places focus on natural patterns and rhythums. Using the metaphor and symbol of the ancient fruits: the fig and the olive that were staple part of the diet of people of the ancien
Journeys in Consciousness (Talk 3 of 4)
The third disclosure in the retreat is about the meaning singularity, and the eternal moment; the singular light in our heart, which is inseparable from its multiple effects in the world of our experience. Shaykh Fadhlalla explains why we experience both confusion and hope, and then reviews his five-journey model previously outlined within the wider framework of the phases conclusion and completio
Journeys in Consciousness (Talk 2 of 4)
Beginning with the last of the three topics: All experience is encapsulated in Absolute Oneness - Shaykh Fadhlalla explains how this is realized naturally through the journey of life. Five broad levels are delineated in this talk as key reference on the map of the human journey, these are: early on; later, wisdom and insight; awakening, and ongoingness. This model is compared and related to Mulla
Journeys in Consciousness (Talk 1 of 4)
This is the first of a series of talks given during a retreat in the UK in 2011titled Journey’s in Consciousness. In the opening discussion, Shaykh Fadhlalla outlines the three main issues to which the retreat itself is based on there are patterns, designs, and ways which are natural; there is a direction in life - or arrow of time - which implies a relentless drive towards higher consciousness; a
Jewels of Qur'an Series: Surah Ash Shams
The focus is Surah as Shams ‘Sun’ It covers a wide range of human and worldly activities and is one of the earliest revelations. It therefore contains the essentials as to the unity between heavens and earth, building blocks of life; human nature and our role and purpose in the cosmic unfolding. The Stars, galaxies and celestial bodies were gathered in the Universal melting pot of the nascent univ
Jewels of Qur'an Series: Surah Al Fatir
In this Discourse Shaykh Fadhlalla uses key verses from Surah Al Fatir ‘the crack’ in discussing Flexibility, rigidity, diversity in Islam. Some of the important Questions contouring this discourse include: what is the relationship between culture and, habit; traditions and spiritual essence. What is the meaning of diversities relevant to the all-encompassing Unified field. The foundation of the D
Jewels of Qur'an Series: Surah Al A'la
Continuing the series of key Qur’anic disclosures Shaykh Fadhlalla presents this short discourse on one of the Early Meccan Surah’s - Surah Al A’la ‘The Most High’. This Surah is the eighth surah revealed chronologically and therefore is immensely rich in that it presents the map of existence and the purpose of human life. In the usual approach to these Qur’anic discourses Shaykh Fadhlalla emphasi
Jewels of Qur'an Series: Surah Ya'sin Part 1
In this two part Discourse Shaykh Fadhlalla presents the key topics and themes of Surah Ya’sin. Known as the heart of the Qur’an, the implication is that it contains the entirety. It is the center. It represents the essence of the Qur’anic message representing a distillation of thousands of years of maps and indications as to the human being and the direction of life. Classically it is divided int
Jewels of Qur'an Series: Surah Ya'sin Part 2
Part two of the Suarah Ya’sin Discourse – Shaykh Fadhalla presents how this surah presents the complete picture of the outer, the inner, the higher the lower and everything in between. The final segment of this surah is covered in the concluding three sections. The historical narrative of Isa’s Disciples, Antioch and the old man moves into a section of similitudes and symbols, patterns in nature a
Jewels of Qur'an Series: Surah Naba
The next Surah in the Jewels series is an Naba ‘The News’ part of the selection of Meccan surah’s covered in this series. The emphasis of this surah is Finality, in the tenor of all the key meccan surah’s, Shaykh Fadhlala draws attention to essential questions and issues: The meaning of life, the end and the beginning, the way human beings are to conduct themselves in this life and the essential p
Jewels of Qur'an Series: Surah Al Balad
In the Series of Key Qur’an talks the focus of this discourse is Surah Al Balad – ‘The City’. In Arabic the word for city, connotes town or country – every human is a city, containing multitudes of interactions and connections at numerous levels. Shaykh Fadhlalla highlights how Qur’anic interpretation is classically divided into four categories. In order to be appropriately nourished, the full pac
Jewels of Qur'an Series: Qalb as described in the Qur'an
This talk is a condensed presentation of key surah’s in the Qur’an. The Prophetic message of Unity is part of an evolution in life and consciousness culminating in the Adamic being that has the potential to encompass a spectrum of intelligence and awareness. This talk focuses on the heart as the spiritual organ or centre of the human being – the human heart that is the link between the cosmi
Jewels of Qur'an Series: Surah Al Mulk Part 2
In Part two of the commentary on Surah al Mulk Shyakh Fadhlalla indicates the key messages this short Surah presents. Human life rest on constant uncertainty and insecurity these verses bring this theme into focus to engender a heightened sense of awareness and caution – indicating the immensity of the Universal effulgence. These declarations take the mind to edge of the ineffable. Putting into co
Jewels of Qur'an Series: Surah Al Mulk Part 1
Surah al Mulk is a late Meccan surah. Dealing with key issues related to heavens and earth, life after death and key aspects of our interaction with this life. Death Precedes Life - the earth was barren for billions of years before cosmic rains brought life and existence. In this discourse Shaykh Fadhlalla engages various key themes encompassed in the first fifteen verses of this Surah. This Surah
Jewels of Qur'an Series: Surah Baqarah Selected Verses
This short and rich discourse draws focus to the five verses from surah Al Baqara. ‘The Cow’. Shaykh Fadhlalla uses these vast and powerful verses to illucidate on key themes and questions in human life: What is the path to sustainable durable happiness and wellbeingness? Why do human beings suffer?
Every living entity is constantly challenged by dualities, restrictions built into the patterns of
Quran Talks (9 of 9): Ayat Al Nur
The focus of this talk is the Verse of Light. These few short verses indicate the totality of the eternal author. In this short, distilled discourse Shaykh Fadhlalla discloses various insights and sketches representing levels of connectedness between the seen and the unseen. He does so against a backdrop of the type of disclosures that occur in Qur’anic language classically referred to as Muhkhama
Quran Talks (8 of 9): Ayat Al Kursi
The throne verse is a one of several Qur’anic verses that contain complete explications of the ultimate reality, Divine power and control, and the unified nature of existence at every level. It is in order for us to be revived, to be transformed by permanent Life as we journey through transient life. In this talk, Shaykh Fadhlalla explains the nature of cosmic totality and dominion which this ayat
Quran Talks (7 of 9): Surah Ad Dahar
In this discourse, Shaykh Fadhlalla presents a comprehensive commentary on Surah Ad Dahar, ‘Forgetfulness’, also referred to as Surah Al Insan, or ‘Mankind’. This surah is part of a selection of surahs that contain both Medinan and Meccan verses. It highlights the story of mankind; the purpose of life; and awareness of that which is permanent – sacred presence. The surah presents a sketch of human
Quran Talks (6 of 9): Surah Ar Rah'man
Every surah in the Qur’an has its special flavor. Surah Ar Rah’man, or ‘The Beneficent ’, containsthree major sections through which the total Quranic message is relayed. Shaykh Fadhlalla guides the listener through each in a verse by verse disclosure, unfoldinging key words via their root meanings as a way of opening the tapestries of this great surah. The three segments include: the nature of di
Quran Talks (5 of 9): Surah Al Ikhlas
In a famous Prophetic tradition. The Prophet Muhammad indicates that Al Ikhlas ‘ The Unity’ is a third of the Qur’an. In this talk, Shaykh Fadhlallah demonstrates the endless layers of nourishment this quintessential declaration of unity provides for those who go into it truly bereft. While we cannot encompass that which causes our existence, if we follow the command and confess that Allah is One
Quran Talks (4 of 9): Surah Al Qadr
In this powerful talk, Shaykh Fadhlalla illustrates how each cycle – be it annual, monthly, daily, hourly, momentary; or within the blood, breath, human body, earth; or out in the cosmos – has its specific frequency and pattern, and yet each resonates due to the One, original cause and essence of all patterns, vibrations or movements. He describes how laylat al-qadr – the night of power during the
Quran Talks (3 of 9): Surah Al Ankabut
Al Ankabut, or ‘The Spider’, is one of several surahs in the Qur’an which straddles both Meccan and Medinan periods. This surah discloses the themes and dynamics relevant to the nascent Muslim community, which are simultaneously sketches relevant to seekers of all times. Key themes include
● the nature of transformation; commitment and the purpose of human life;
● the meaning of difficulties, suff
Quran Talks (2 of 9): Surah Al Qiyamah
Al Qiyamah
The focus of this talk is Surah Al Qiyamah, or ‘The Reckoning’. Shaykh Fadhlalla demonstrates how this surah, like most of the Meccan unveilings, emphasizes Absolute Truth; the end of time; the purpose of human life; our duty; and transition into the next phase.
In the classical maps the human self, and its evolving nature, contains patterns and tendencies with several classifications.
Quran Talks (1 of 9): Surah Al Inshi'rah
Al Inshi’rah
The Qur’an is the ultimate manual of existence, containing within it endless horizons of knowledge that are directly usable to the believer in any situation in which they find themselves. The miracle of the Qur’an is that it uses ordinary language in a transcendent manner: taking discernable linguistic terms and relating them to celestial, cosmic Reality.
The focus of this discourse i
Johannesburg Sufi Centre Extended commentaries on the Qur’an: Talk 3 of 3- Surah Hadid
Talk 3 Surah Al Hadid Part 2
The third talk in this series completes the extended commentary on Surah al Hadid - the Iron . Al Hadid is a Medinan Surah, revealed several years after the Qur’anic revelation began, after the establishment of the community of Muslims in the Medinan oasis. In this section, Shaykh Fadhlalla further explores the seamless interaction between micro and macro realities, br
Johannesburg Sufi Centre Extended commentaries on the Qur’an: Talk 2 of 3- Surah Hadid
Talk 2 Surah Al Hadid Part 1
This second discourse of the series centers around the great Medinan Surah al Hadid - the Iron. Shaykh Fadhlalla leads the listener verse by verse though the many-tiered ladder of consciousness to which all human beings are exposed and navigate in the arc of life. Al Hadid is a perfect exposition of the seamless balance between the boundless and the limited zones of co
Johannesburg Sufi Centre Extended commentaries on the Qur’an: Talk 1 of 3- Intro & Surah Al A’la
This is the first discourse in a series of lectures recorded at the Johannesburg Sufi Centre. In an intimate, interactive setting, Shaykh Fadhlalla presents a series of classes and commentary on twelve key Surah’s of the Qur’an.
Shaykh Fadhlalla begins by describing how best to approach the Qur’an. In order to appreciate the unique nature of divine knowledge it is necessary to engage with it throu
Transformation Through Qur’an Series: Part 3
The third segment continues with specific questions directed at Shaykh Fadhlalla and a panel of respondents who illustrate the multidimensional nature of the Qur’anic revelation. Shaykh Fadhlalla reiterates the need to cultivate the appropriate attitudes and courtesy in approaching the Qur’an. The Qur’an is directly revealed knowledge that relates earthly appearances and connections with the infin
Transformation Through Qur’an Series: Part 2
In this second episode, Shaykh Fadhlalla responds to questions related to transformation through the Qur’an. This is a wide presentation of several major topics, including the map of reality; the Qur’an as the multidimensional book of guidance; the interplay of the two essential zones or aspects of existence; the diverse and complementary dynamics in combining the heavenly and earthly aspects of h
Transformation Through Qur’an Series: Part 1
This series presents selected recordings from various gatherings where Shaykh Fadhlalla addresses and responds to essential themes and issues related to transformation, application and awakening through the Qur’an. This episode emphasizes the fundamental dynamics of transformation. By examining key words from the Qur’an and unfolding their meanings, Shaykh Fadhlalla indicates the appropriate presc
Interview Shaykh Fadhlalla Haeri & Voice of the Cape Radio: Part 2 – Islam and Transformation
In this Interview Shaykh Fadhlalla discusses in greater depth the inner meanings and transformative elements of the Islamic path as he wrote about it in the publication Transformative Worship in Islam, Experiencing Perfecion. The essence of any path is awakening to the zone of higher consciousness. In this discussion, Shaykh Fadhlalla presents aspects of the transformative dynamics built into Isla
Interview Shaykh Fadhlalla Haeri & Voice of the Cape Radio: Part 1 – Decree, Destiny and Spiritual Biography.
In this two part interview series hosted by Shafique Morton, Shaykh Fadhlalla discusses various elements of his biography, the prophetic path and specific book publications. In this segment, Shaykh Fadhlalla describes his upbringing, early life experiences and his travels around the world in pursuit of knowledge and truth. He reflects on various essential questions: “What is the end of material pu
Quran: A manual for living- Part 10 of 10
The final talk is a summary and overview of the series. In an overarching manner, a variety of the essential issues related to the Qur’anic manual for living have been covered. One of the central directives of the series has been to present the means of imbibing and living the Qur’anic manual and the essential message of the Qur’an. The concluding talk covers three issues: the purpose of existence
Quran: A manual for living- Part 9 of 10
This segment focuses on the interdependent relations between individuals, communities, societies, and nations; exploring the meaning of harmony and health between and within each. All human beings are Adamic beings. We are all driven towards security, certainty, contentment, and peace. Equally we are subject to multiplicities, differences, and constant changes and cycles of dualities. We are essen
Quran: A manual for living- Part 8 of 10
This Segment specifically explores the nature and meaning of the path, Din of Islam and the Qur’anic manual of transformation. At the essence of all paths is submission, submission to truth at all levels. The Qur’an discloses keys to the essential issues of life: Where is it? how is it? Everything is emerging from the singularity yet what is the interplay between the inner and outer? The Absolute
Quran: A manual for living- Part 7 of 10
This Segment focuses on the meaning of Unity and centers around select aspects of Qur’anic reflections on Unity and Multiplicity emphasizing essential pervasive Oneness. Shaykh Fadhlalla briefly explores the essence of all paths relevant to the unfolding thread of Unity with special reference to the Abrahamic teachings and many occurrences of prophetic lights echoing the message of Unity culminati
Quran: A manual for living- Part 6 of 10
This segment revolves around the theme of prophetic beings and messengers. The talk explores the advent of prophecy and the evolutionary occurrence of various individuals relating and reflecting the message of Unity, culminating in the Qur’an and the way of the Prophet Muhammad. The meaning of prophetic consciousness, inspiration, and ‘the message’ is also explored with special attention given to
Quran: A manual for living- Part 5 of 10
This segment considers the essential designs and patterns in existence, the interrelationships between the macro and micro, and a way of life based on constant improvement of conduct disclosed in the prophetic teachings. The path of service and goodness and the purpose of prohibition are key themes in this episode relevant to developing awareness of boundaries and harmonious connections and intera
Quran: A manual for living- Part 4 of 10
This segment pivots around the centrality of Divine Unity. The Qur’anic universal cosmology and the attributes are further discussed relevant to sentiency, consciousness and an evolutionary unfolding of expansive life. The Qur’anic metaphors relevant to the emergence of human consciousness and nature are given detailed attention in presenting a spiritual cosmology that indicates the local dynamics
Quran: A manual for living- Part 3 of 10
This segment is the core of the series in which the central theme is the Divine Reality. Shaykh Fadhlalla presents various key questions in framing this discourse: ‘Who is Alllah?’, ‘Where is Allah?’, ‘How can we access Allah’s presence?’. This talk presents an essential overview of the Qur’anic cosmology. The ineffable nature of the divine cannot be described or contained, however the Qur’an prov
Quran: A manual for living- Part 2 of 10
The second segment of the series revolves around the history of the Qur’an and its purpose. Shaykh Fadhlalla presents a brief sketch of the unfolding of divine knowledge as it was understood by the peoples of the Middle East and the continuity of the prophetic consciousness, culminating in the Prophet Muhammad. The Qur’an as the book of Guidance and Reality, and the nature of divine revelation and
Quran: A manual for living- Part 1 of 10
In the introductory talk to this series Shaykh Fadhlalla presents a blueprint of the key issues in human life as disclosed by the Qur’an. The relevance of the Qur’an in the evolution of human consciousness and the evolving quest for reality and insights into the purpose of life, the nature of the human being and an optimum way of life are briefly discussed as a prelude to introducing the wider bod
Heart to Heart: Episode 9 of 9
This short yet rich conclusion to the series in which Shaykh Fadhlalla shares his views on the purpose of life and our role in this world. In an overarching style, Shaykh Fadhlalla briefly overviews various interplays and patterns that govern life and that we experience as we progress through our sojourn in the relative world. Various key insights into the nature of the two zones and the designs o
Heart to Heart: Episode 8 of 9
This segment is an adjoining segment to the previous episode providing a distillation of the overall topics covered. The specific focus of this episode revolves around worship, the internal and external journey, the various aspects of the self via the classical Sufi terminology and classification in grading the self in its evolution. The issue of self-abandonment and awakening is considered with c
Heart to Heart: Episode 7 of 9
This episode evolves several themes from the previous with detail and emphasis on the relationship between Shar’iah (boundaries) and Haqqiqah (reality). The dialogue frames the original din and the context in which the transmission of the original path was born briefly overviewing the language, culture and way of the arabs of the sixth century. The discussion of the diversity of Islamic people’s m
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