Yaqeen Podcast
This podcast is brought to you by Yaqeen Institute for Islamic Research. You'll find a variety of Islamic lectures, conversations, and discussions on topics most important to you. At Yaqeen, we aim to make academic and Islamically-credible scholarship mainstream through accessible resources such as infographics, animations, podcasts, learning materials, and more.
Episodes
How To Raise Young Muslims in a Land Built Against Them | Khutbah by Sh. Mohammad Elshinawy
Most people believe what the people around them believe, and Muslim children are no exception. A child who watches a parent jump up from the dinner table because a prayer is about to pass learns that Allah is real in that house. A child who watches prayer times come and go learns something too, and eventually concludes that their parents never really believed it either.Sh. Mohammad Elshinawy talks
Why Modern Life Makes Every Death Feel Sudden | Signs of the Hour Ep. 19 | Dr. Omar Suleiman
Sudden death is a sign of the Hour, and nearly everyone says they would choose it: to go peacefully in their sleep. The pious predecessors wanted an illness first, with time to repent, make their will, and seek forgiveness. When Aisha (ra) asked the Prophet ﷺ about sudden death, his answer depended on who was dying. Find out what he said in the full episode.Dr. Omar Suleiman’s answer to a world wh
Uthman ibn Talha (ra): The Key Guarded by One Clan for 1,400 Years | The Firsts | Dr. Omar Suleiman
For over 1,400 years, one clan has guarded the most important key in history. And ironically, it reached them through a man who once rudely denied the Prophet ﷺ entry into the Ka’bah. But even as his own parents vehemently opposed the Prophet ﷺ, Uthman ibn Talha (ra) inched closer to Islam. His excellent character in escorting a Muslim woman (ra) to safety, and his joining two other great Companio
The 4 Decrees Written For You In Your Mother’s Womb | Anchored Ep. 3 | Sh. Mohammad Elshinawy
You were still in your mother’s womb when all of this was already written for you by an angel: your rizq (provision), your lifespan, your deeds, and whether you will be among the blessed or wretched. So does it matter what you do with your life? Can you still change your destiny? What kind of plot twists might still happen at the end of an apparently good or evil life? And how deep are the risks o
Why The Prophet ﷺ Told Hosts To Do LESS I LATEST Khutbah by Sh. Mohammad Elshinawy
Hosting guests at home has become rare. Most of us have friends we’ve known for years and never had over. We meet at cafés and restaurants, keep up in the group chat, and save our homes for some day when the house is clean and there’s time to cook. That day rarely comes.Sh. Mohammad Elshinawy argues in this khutbah that the feast is part of the problem. When hosting means a week of cooking and a t
Are You Tired Of Being Here? | Signs of the Hour Ep. 18 | Dr. Omar Suleiman
NOTE: This lecture discusses Islamic teachings about the trials of the end times, including the prophecy that people will wish for death. It is a discussion of Islamic eschatology. Nothing in it is encouragement toward self-harm. If you are struggling with despair, hopelessness, or thoughts of harming yourself, please contact Naseeha Mental Health for free, confidential, faith-sensitive support. C
Abdullah ibn Sa’d (ra): Why He Embraced Islam Twice | The Firsts | Dr. Omar Suleiman
Abdullah ibn Sa'd ibn Abi Sarh (ra) was honored with writing the revelation down as it came to the Prophet ﷺ. Then he left Islam. He returned to Mecca and claimed he could tamper with or forge the Qur’an himself. It was the worst lie one could tell, and Allah (awj) responded in Surah al-An’am, ayah 93. The punishment set for him was severe, even amidst the general amnesty in the conquest of M
The Prophet ﷺ, An Angel, and An Orientation for the Ummah | Anchored Ep. 2 | Sh. Mohammad Elshinawy
Manners are not the polish on top of a religion. In the framework Abdullah ibn Mubarak used, faith sits inside five concentric walls. Certainty at the centre, then sincerity, then the obligations, then the prophetic practices, and manners as the outermost wall of all. The order matters, because the outermost wall is the one that gets breached first. Lose your adab and the sunnah starts looking opt
How Time Is Shrinking | Signs of the Hour Ep. 17 | Dr. Omar Suleiman
A narration says that before the Hour a year will pass like a month, a month like a week, a week like a day, and an hour like a burning leaf. Ibn Hajar (rh) gave three reasons for it, and the first was that the barakah of time had been removed. Dr. Omar Suleiman on what disappears first when time stops being blessed. Find out what he says the first casualty actually is, and the one thing he guaran
Clear Intentions In A Chaotic World | Anchored Ep. 1
Should you seek Islamic knowledge? Work for Big Tech? Get involved in politics? Make hijrah? Use AI? These are some of the complicated questions that shape the decisions Muslims have to make every day, as students, professionals, parents, community members, and even in their personal worship. And answering them starts with reflecting on the foundation of everything we do in life: intention (niyyah
9/11 Anniversary: Who Taught You To Hate?
Six months after 9/11, 25% of Americans said Islam encourages violence more than other religions. 25 years later, that number is 51%.The hostility did not fade with time. It grew. And it grew in a country where Muslims buried their own dead from that day, where Muslim first responders ran toward the towers, and where a generation has now spent its entire life answering for a crime committed by 19
How To Fix Your Life | Khutbah by Dr. Omar Suleiman
What does it take to really fix a broken heart, relationship, and community? Are we making du’a to Allah to fix our lives, while neglecting the actions He wants us to take because they are uncomfortable? It’s easy to skip to the conclusion that your situation isn’t fixable. It’s more difficult, but honest, to remember that nothing fixes itself. Dr. Omar Suleiman explains the power Allah has given
Abdullah ibn Abi Umayyah (ra): He Shouted Over the Prophet ﷺ | The Firsts | Dr. Omar Suleiman
He mocked the Prophet ﷺ publicly for years, shouted him down at his dying uncle's bedside, and died a martyr fighting for him. Abdullah ibn Abi Umayyah (ra) believed long before he ever came forward, certain he was beyond forgiving. He was turned away once. Find out what his sister said that changed it.Watch a previous episode of The Firsts to learn more about Abu Sufyan ibn al-Harith (ra): h
Is Any Income Actually Halal Anymore? | Signs of the Hour Ep. 15 | Dr. Omar Suleiman
The Prophet ﷺ said he did not fear poverty for this ummah. He feared wealth, and he feared what abundance without barakah does to a community. A man would be handed a hundred dinars and still not be satisfied. People would stop asking where their money came from. One companion walked away from wealth that was even 10% doubtful. Find out why.Dr. Omar Suleiman traces the hadith of the end times abou
Struggling, In Debt, and Trusting Allah | Khutbah by Sh. Elshinawy
Imam Ahmad (rh)’s best mornings, he said, were when they told him there was no flour left in the house. An empty shelf reminded him Who had been filling it every other day of his life.Most of us run that instinct in reverse. The bank balance drops and we quietly conclude that Allah is withholding out of displeasure. What must we remember about our rizq when it seems to stop flowing? How can Muslim
Aging Parents, Growing Kids & "Inshallah Next Year" | Khutbah by Dr. Omar Suleiman
You may still be alive tomorrow, but this version of your life won’t be.Your body will change. Your circumstances will change. Your children will grow older. Your parents may not always be here. The person waiting for your apology may eventually stop waiting.So what happens to all the good we keep telling ourselves we’ll do later?The call we keep meaning to make. The apology we keep putting off. T
Dajjal's Rebrand Has Already Started | Signs of the Hour Ep. 14 | Dr. Omar Suleiman
Shaytan never told Adam and Hawwa (as) to disobey Allah. He told them the forbidden tree was something else: shajarat al-khuld, the tree of eternal life. A good tree.The command never changed. Only the name did. The Prophet ﷺ warned that this technique would come back at the end of time as one of the signs of the Hour, and it's stranger than it first sounds. It isn't about a generation t
Why Your Attention is Worth More Than You Think & Who’s Buying It | Focal Point | Imam Tom Facchine
Our attention has become one of the world's most valuable commodities—and we're paying for it in ways we rarely notice.In this Focal Point, Imam Tom Facchine explores how the attention economy grew from a simple business model into an industry built to capture our focus, shape our habits, and keep us distracted. More importantly, he asks what all of this means for Muslims trying to live
"My Dream is to Make Gaza Proud." | Gaza Diaries | Renad Attalah and Dr. Omar Suleiman
Renad Attalah inspired hope with her cooking videos set in war-torn Gaza. Now, she has sought safety in the Netherlands while her mother remains behind. Join Dr. Omar Suleiman to hear from Renad and her mother, Um Firas, learn about what life is like in Gaza as the world moves on, and hear the stories of a mother and daughter separated by a needlessly cruel conflict.
A Beautiful Masjid With Empty Rows | Signs of the Hour Ep. 13 | Dr. Omar Suleiman
A time will come, the Prophet ﷺ said, when people gather in the masjid and there isn't a single believer among them.Dr. Omar Suleiman unpacks that warning alongside several others: mosques built to compete rather than to function, mushafs that grow more beautiful while fewer people actually read them, and a Companion who wept after watching someone recite the Qur'an for payment. This epi
Are You Too Sensitive? | Khutbah by Dr. Omar Suleiman
We live in a culture where every slight can become a microaggression, every disagreement can feel like an attack, and “protect your peace” can sometimes mean cutting people out the moment they make us uncomfortable.But what happens when we lose the ability to overlook?The Prophet ﷺ described the believer as samhaa—someone who is gracious, easygoing, and willing to let things go. This doesn’t mean
Safwan ibn al-Mu’attal (ra): Slandered for Helping A Woman | The Firsts | Dr. Omar Suleiman
Safwan ibn al-Muattal (ra) was a Bedouin warrior from Banu Sulaym, trusted with the most exposed job in the army: staying behind everyone else to make sure no one got left in the desert. When he found the wife of the Prophet ﷺ alone and asleep, left behind by accident, he said exactly one sentence the entire journey back to Medina.That silence should have protected him. Instead, it became the cent
Priorities Under Pressure | Khutbah by Dr. Omar Suleiman
A tension has opened up in Muslim communities: Is it right to talk about salah, hijab, or personal worship while Gaza is under siege and Al-Aqsa remains under occupation? One camp says centering these "smaller" matters right now is a distraction. Another says losing sight of them in the name of bigger issues comes at its own cost.In this khutbah, Dr. Omar Suleiman directly addresses the
7 Ways Islam Dealt with Slavery (And Why It Matters Today) | Sh. Mohammad Elshinawy
There's a version of history where slavery just sort of ends, where enough people had a change of heart and the world moved on. That's not what happened. Every legal and religious system on earth treated it as permanent, inevitable, untouchable—except one.In this episode, Shaykh Mohammad Elshinawy traces how Islamic law approached slavery from its very first rulings, why total abolition
Mistah ibn Uthatha (ra): Is Forgiving Family More Difficult? | The Firsts | Dr. Omar Suleiman
A Companion who fought beside the Prophet ﷺ at Badr helped spread the worst slander in Islamic history. Mistah ibn Uthatha (ra), relative of Abu Bakr (ra) was flogged for his role in the slander of Aisha (ra), and the verse of the Qur’an that reversed Abu Bakr's vow to cut him off.Dr. Omar Suleiman walks through who Mistah was, his lineage, his nickname, his standing as one of the first Muha
When Your Sin Reaches The Land and Sea | Khutbah by Sh. Ibrahim Hindy
A scholar of the Salaf spent time in prison, and he knew exactly why. Forty years earlier, he'd insulted someone with a single word, and he traced his own hardship straight back to that moment.From a hadith describing a black spot that appears on the heart with every sin, to a hafidh who forgot the entire Qur'an except one verse, to the red and orange skies that covered Toronto this July
The “Approval” Idol | Signs of the Hour Ep. 12 | Dr. Omar Suleiman
Will Islam one day look unrecognizable, the way other major religions have? The Prophet ﷺ left his ummah a stark warning: don't follow previous nations into a lizard's hole. It's a call to hold firm to your faith, even when the crowd moves elsewhere. In this episode, Dr. Omar Suleiman talks about the 10 patterns that led other religions astray and what every Muslim needs to watch fo
3 Rules for Calling People Out the Islamic Way | Imam Tom Weekly
The Companions of the Prophet (s) welcomed correction because they cared more about being right with God than being right in the room. Somewhere along the way, we lost that instinct and replaced it with defensiveness when we’re corrected and ego when we’re correcting. In this Snapshot, Imam Tom Facchine breaks down how to hold people accountable without letting it tip into ego, and why Islam has a
The Fastest "Yes" in Islamic History | Khutbah by Sh. Ibrahim Hindy
Abu Bakr (ra) wasn't just the first man to accept Islam. He was the first to believe without hesitation, to sacrifice without calculation, and to stand beside the Prophet ﷺ when everyone else stepped back.From freeing slaves and spending his wealth for Allah, to protecting the Prophet ﷺ during the Hijrah, his life is a lesson in unwavering conviction, humility, and trust in Allah.In this khut
4 Voices the Prophet ﷺ Told Us Not to Follow | Signs of the Hour Ep. 11 | Dr. Omar Suleiman
A time is coming when liars will be seen as trustworthy, and the honest will be branded as deceivers. The Prophet ﷺ warned us about becoming one of these people—including the person who has an opinion on everything, yet contributes nothing.In this lecture, Dr. Omar Suleiman dives deep into this powerful warning and what it means for how we carry ourselves, speak, and show up for the people around
Do You Want What Allah Wants? | Khutbah by Dr. Omar Suleiman
The next time you raise your hands, don’t stop asking Allah to change your circumstances. But before you ask Him to change your world, ask Him to change your heart. Sometimes the greatest answer to a du’a is not that Allah changes what surrounds you, but that He changes who you become within it. Memorize this du’a that the Prophet ﷺ would make.“O Allah grant me Your love and the love of those whos
The Night the Qur’an Disappears | Signs of the Hour Ep. 10 | Dr. Omar Suleiman
The Prophet ﷺ told the Sahabah that abandoning 1/10th of what they were commanded would ruin them. Then he told them that a day would come when holding on to that 1/10th would be enough to save an entire generation.What changed between these two moments isn’t the religion. It’s what it cost to hold on to it.Dr. Omar Suleiman illustrates how knowledge and religion decay in the same fashion, not str
The Rise of the Unqualified | Signs of the Hour Ep. 9 | Dr. Omar Suleiman
The Prophet ﷺ gave us a chilling warning: a time is coming when knowledge will quietly vanish, leaving ignorance in its wake. And where knowledge fades, chaos and immorality will thrive. Are we already living in this era? Learn why protecting sacred knowledge, and the scholars who carry it, is our final line of defense.
Nature Responds To Your Rebellion Against Allah | Signs of the Hour Ep. 8 | Dr. Omar Suleiman
We've all witnessed natural disasters, but among the signs of the Day of Judgment is when these disasters intensify beyond anything we've known: winds that wipe out entire communities, fire raging across the ocean, the earth itself in rebellion. And perhaps that rebellion mirrors our own.In this episode, Dr. Omar Suleiman explores what these signs truly mean and how the Prophet ﷺ respond
Only Allah Knows What You Went Through | Khutbah by Dr. Omar Suleiman
When the world falls silent and it feels like no one truly understands the depth of your struggles, remember that your pain is never invisible to Allah. Even when the strongest hearts feel vulnerable and words fail to explain what you are going through, Allah sees every hidden tear and knows exactly what you have endured. This moving khutbah serves as a comforting reminder that when human empathy
5 Ways to Have A Good Ending | Khutbah by Dr. Omar Suleiman
In Islam, a good ending is not because of chance. Rather, it is pursued with intention and striving. While "luck" may seem to decide the final moment of a game, our lives operate on an entirely different principle. Allah has given us the means to shape how we live and how we leave this world. This khutbah explores what it means to strive for a good ending and why that pursuit is one of t
When Only One Sahabi Was Left In The World | Signs of the Hour Ep. 6 | Dr. Omar Suleiman
The Prophet ﷺ leaned in and whispered heavy words into the ear of Uthman (ra). He ﷺ warned of a coming tide of tribulations that would peak after his passing, leaving his Companions with a single, important command: "Stick to the trustworthy ones."He ﷺ cautioned that true safety in these times would belong only to those spared from three world-altering trials. Learn about these and many
What If I’ve Lost Motivation? | Khutbah by Dr. Omar Suleiman
You’ve been Muslim your whole life and yet you still feel like a stranger to your religion. You’re not alone, and you’re not the first.In this khutbah, Dr. Omar Suleiman addresses one of the most common and least talked about struggles in the Muslim community. The feeling that your faith has always been there, but never truly felt like yours. Du’a mentioned by Dr. Omar Suleiman: اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي
King Sulayman (AS) and The Ant That Spoke Up | Khutbah by Sh. Mohammad Elshinawy
What can a single ant teach us about how to live? In Surah an-Naml, the Quran captures an exchange between Prophet Sulayman (peace be upon him) and an ant warning its colony of approaching danger, a moment Allah chose to preserve for all generations.Sh. Mohammad Elshinawy shares lessons from the surah on mercy that extends beyond those who look like us, the responsibility to contribute rather than
Ep.8 How to Have Jannah Pray for You | Dhul Hijjah Series | Dr. Omar Suleiman & Sh. Ali Hammuda
One day, death itself will die.There will be a moment when death is slaughtered between Paradise and Hellfire, and eternity finally begins. Temporary choices will become permanent realities.This conversation wrestles with difficult but necessary questions about divine justice, mercy, and accountability. What happens when heedlessness hardens the heart? How can you seek Allah’s mercy before the doo
From 9/11 to San Diego: The Cost of Looking Away | Khutbah by Sh. Mohammad Elshinawy
From the events of 9/11 to San Diego: this past Monday, three Muslim men stood between two armed gunmen and the lives of 140 children.Sh. Mohammad Elshinawy delivers this khutbah the Friday after. He reflects on the brevity of life, the honor of these three men, and the Islamophobia that has been building since 9/11. He calls on the Muslim communities in America to respond not just with grief, but
Dhul Hijjah: Don't Miss The Point | Khutbah by Dr. Omar Suleiman
Why are the first 10 days of Dhul Hijjah considered the best days of the entire year? In this Khutbah, Dr. Omar Suleiman discusses the spiritual rewards of this sacred month and shares the essential deeds we should all strive to perform.Whether you are seeking to renew your faith, increase your rewards, or make the most of these blessed days, this reminder provides a practical roadmap for your wor
When 43 Prophets Were Killed | Signs of the Hour Ep. 5 | Dr. Omar Suleiman
First all the Prophets (as) go. Then the Companions (ra). Then slowly, the righteous and good-hearted people start to dwindle until only corrupt people are left. These are signs of The Hour. Yet even after the Prophet ﷺ passed, something of his legacy endures in our world today. What remains of Prophethood? Find out in Episode 5 of Signs of the Hour.
You're Not A Lost Cause | Khutbah by Sh. Elshinawy
There is no one who is not worth saving. Look at the incredible journey of a Companion who went from hurting Muslims to becoming one of the most influential figures in Islamic history. This powerful story is a reminder that Allah can turn over any heart and guide whomever He wills. Before we are quick to "cancel" others, we must remember the boundless mercy and transformative power of fa
Shaytan Prepared You For Dajjal | Signs of the Hour Ep. 4 | Dr. Omar Suleiman
How can you protect yourself from the Dajjal, and the era of dajalah (deception) that comes before him? The Prophet ﷺ gave us guidance for our protection from these trials, including multiple du’as and 20 verses from Surah al-Kahf — and he taught us to make sure that we don’t become agents of deception today.
Was Dajjal Alive During Prophet’s ﷺ Time? | Signs of the Hour Ep. 3 | Dr. Omar Suleiman
In the heart of Medina, a young boy named Ibn Sayyad began exhibiting behaviors that defied explanation. He claimed to see visions of a throne over the water and possessed knowledge he shouldn't have known. The rumors spread like wildfire: could this be the Dajjal, the False Messiah?Even the Prophet ﷺ took notice, leading to a series of confrontations that left the Sahabah in awe and confusi
A Love Story In The Year of Grief | Khutbah by Sh. Elshinawy
Many of us know about Khadijah (RA), but do we really know what made her exceptional? Even after her death, the Prophet ﷺ spoke of her constantly, sent meat to her old friends, and grew emotional at the sound of her sister’s voice. Listen to the khutbah by Sh. Mohammad Elshinawy to gain a new perspective on the Prophet (SAWS) and his relationship with Khadijah (RA).
The Major Sign That’s Already Happened | Signs of the Hour Ep. 2 | Dr. Omar Suleiman
How many minor signs of the Day of Judgment are still left? The answer might scare you. History is full of people who saw the signs with their own eyes and still turned away. Watch Signs of the Hour Episode 2 to understand the difference between the major and minor signs, why the minor signs actually demand more from you, and how to respond in a way that moves you forward.
What Did You Call Me?! | Khutbah by Dr. Omar Suleiman
What happens when the world tries to define you and the definition is wrong?In this jummuah khutbah, Dr. Omar Suleiman explores Muslim identity in America and how Islam gives us the tools to reclaim our dignity when labels are used as weapons. Whether you've been called a terrorist for wearing hijab, an antisemite for supporting Palestine, or simply made to feel like an outsider, Islam has al
The End Times: Everything You Need to Know | Signs of the Hour Ep. 1 | Dr. Omar Suleiman
How much time do we have left?In this new series on the signs of the Day of Judgement, Dr. Omar Suleiman addresses one of the most pressing questions of our time: are we in the end times? In this first episode, he examines the Prophet's ﷺ response when others would ask him about the Hour. The Prophet ﷺ informed us that recognizing the signs is about preparing for the day when repentance is no
Are You Giving Allah Your Leftovers? | Khutbah by Dr. Omar Suleiman
When was the last time you actually showed up for Allah?Allah says in Surah Al-Ahqaf: "We accept from them the best of what they did." Not the most. Not the longest. The best.Ihsan is excellence in action and showing up for Allah the way He deserves, with your full heart, not whatever energy survived the day. And khushu in salah isn't a gift some people are born with. It's some
Easter & The Illusion of Victory | Khutbah by Dr. Omar Suleiman
Allah controls what you’re allowed to see. And sometimes, He lets the wicked see exactly what they want to.This Easter, the world is reflecting on the story of Jesus. The Quran tells us directly: “They did not kill him, nor did they crucify him, but it was made to appear so to them.” (Surah An-Nisa, Verse 157). Allah didn’t just protect Isa (Jesus). He constructed an illusion. And they fell for it
Do You Only Worship Allah When Life Is Easy? | Khutbah by Dr. Omar Suleiman
When life feels unbearable, remember this: Allah never places a burden on any soul greater than it can bear. Faith isn't only for the easy seasons of life. True worship means turning to Allah in your darkest moments and your brightest ones.In this khutbah, Dr. Omar Suleiman explores why Allah tests those He loves, how to maintain strong faith when you're at your breaking point, and pract
What Do You Make Your Angels Do? | Midnight Majlis 8 | Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Yaser Birjas
What are you keeping your angels busy with? What are they building for you in Jannah, brick by brick, with the dhikr that you make every day? And how does dhikr give you the strength and courage in this life to do the right thing? Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Yaser Birjas continue to discuss gems on the benefits of dhikr (remembrance of Allah) that are outlined by Ibn al-Qayyim (rh) in his book Al-Wa
Loving the People Who Remember Allah | Midnight Majlis 7 | Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Yaser Birjas
“How can you neglect to remember the One Who never neglects to remember you?” Never discourage the dhikr of Allah for yourself or others, for that is a way of showing enmity to Allah and depriving yourself of the great reward of even just being present in the gatherings of remembrance.
Leave Your Nafs Behind and Come to Allah | Midnight Majlis 6 | Dr. Omar Suleiman & Sh. Yaser Birjas
What is ma’iyyah (with-ness) of Allah, and how do you gain it? And how can we avoid the pitfalls of our dhikr becoming mere lip service, a pursuit of spiritual ecstasy, or something that feels like a cheat code? Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Yaser Birjas continue to discuss gems on the benefits of dhikr (remembrance of Allah) that are outlined by Ibn al-Qayyim (rh) in his book Al-Wabil al-Sayyib min a
Pay Attention to the Masjid Al-Aqsa Shutdown! | Ramadan Pause & Reflect #11 | Dr. Omar Suleiman
While the ummah searches for Laylatul Qadr, Masjid Al-Aqsa stands in silence. A place loved by the prophets, honored by Allah, and sacred to the hearts of believers—yet closed to those who long to pray within it.In these blessed nights, as we raise our hands in duʿa and seek Allah’s mercy, let our hearts remember Al-Aqsa. Feel its absence. Let your duʿa reach it. May Allah protect it, honor it, an
The Beauty of the Light of Allah | Midnight Majlis 5 | Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Yaser Birjas
What is the connection between dhikr and light? What does the Verse of Light mean for our lives? And how do we build a life of anticipating meeting Allah and seeing Him in Jannah?Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Yaser Birjas continue to discuss gems on the benefits of dhikr (remembrance of Allah) that are outlined by Ibn al-Qayyim (rh) in his book Al-Wabil al-Sayyib min al-Kalim al-Tayyib (available in E
The Secret to Allah’s Forgiveness | Khutbah by Dr. Omar Suleiman
What is the tawbah that Allah never rejects? Many of us struggle with guilt, wondering if our prayers for forgiveness are actually being heard. In today’s khutbah, Dr. Omar Suleiman explains the spiritual mechanics of Allah’s forgiveness and why admitting your sins is the key to unlocking divine mercy.00:00 Opening Praise and Salawat00:27 The Prophetic Duʿa of Repentance02:20 The Secret of Tawbah0
Allah Will Love You For Your Dhikr | Midnight Majlis 3 | Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Yaser Birjas
Do you miss Allah? Is there a way to measure how far you are from Him? What does your dhikr have to do with the angels, the heavens, and His Throne? And which of your friends are remembering Him with you? Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Yaser Birjas continue to discuss gems on the benefits of dhikr (remembrance of Allah) that are outlined by Ibn al-Qayyim (rh) in his book Al-Wabil al-Sayyib min al-Kalim
Your Dhikr Makes You Beautiful | Midnight Majlis 2 | Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Yaser Birjas
How does the remembrance of Allah calm your body? Can you love the Qur’an and music at the same time? Does Allah ever mention you by name? And how do you move beyond doing dhikr on autopilot? Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Yaser Birjas share gems from the first 17 benefits of dhikr (remembrance of Allah) that are outlined by Ibn al-Qayyim (rh) in his book Al-Wabil al-Sayyib min al-Kalim al-Tayyib (avai
When Your Heart Makes Dhikr | Midnight Majlis 1 | Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Yaser Birjas
Ibn al-Qayyim (rh) outlines the 3 keys to happiness in this life and the next: gratitude, patience, and seeking forgiveness. And dhikr (remembrance of Allah) is essential to each of these. As Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Yaser Birjas embark on this year’s Midnight Majlis with the book Al-Wabil al-Sayyib min al-Kalim al-Tayyib (available in English translation under the titles “The Invocation of God”
How Can You Despair of the Lord of Laylatul Qadr? | Ramadan Pause & Reflect #10 | Dr. Omar Suleiman
How could anyone despair of a Lord who sends Laylatul Qadr? A night better than a thousand months, where Allah multiplies good deeds and forgives sins beyond what we can imagine. Dr. Omar Suleiman reflects on Allah’s mercy and why every believer should approach these nights with hope, repentance, and longing to return to Him.
How to Build Your Laylatul Qadr Du’a List | Khutbah by Dr. Omar Suleiman
As Laylatul Qadr approaches, have you thought about what you will ask Allah for?The last ten nights of Ramadan are the most powerful nights of the year, especially the odd nights. These are moments filled with mercy, forgiveness, and the opportunity for life-changing du’a.In this khutbah, Dr. Omar Suleiman shares four essential du’as you should make during the last ten nights of Ramadan that can t
What If Laylatul Qadr Is The Wrong Night? | Ramadan Pause & Reflect #9 | Dr. Omar Suleiman
Is it an even night or an odd night?As we enter the last 10 nights of Ramadan — the most blessed part of the entire month, and the opportunity to catch the immensely valuable Laylatul Qadr — we must not take any chances. Do your best on every single night. Dr. Omar Suleiman also urges us to make du’a for our unjustly detained brothers and sisters in the last 10 nights of Ramadan. May Allah grant t
Sharia Takeovers and Middle East Chaos | Ramadan Pause & Reflect #8 | Dr. Omar Suleiman
What are the 3 lies being sold in America right now? From those who stood against Nuh (as) and the Prophet ﷺ to those committing crimes in Iran, the oppressors have always had foot soldiers who swallow the propaganda and genuinely believe they’re fighting for a good cause.Dr. Omar Suleiman reflects on Surah al-Mu’minun, verse 24, and emphasizes that Muslims must urge their neighbors to realize tha
Why The Epstein Empire Attacked Iran | Ramadan Pause & Reflect #7 | Dr. Omar Suleiman
What happens when powerful elites are exposed — and war follows?Dr. Omar Suleiman reflects on the Epstein scandal, the Iran war narrative, and a powerful ayah from Surah Al-Isra about how nations fall. The Qur’an teaches that when corruption spreads among the elites, destruction follows a pattern.Are we witnessing that pattern today? From past empires to our present moment, exposure often comes be
How Am I Supposed To Feel About Israel vs. Iran? | Ramadan Pause & Reflect #6 | Dr. Omar Suleiman
There are clear, black-and-white truths about the current conflict, but also many gray areas and political dynamics. How should Muslims navigate this?Dr. Omar Suleiman reflects on leaning into your fitrah, the Qur’an’s guidance on conflict between Muslims, remembering the Names of Allah as you process the situation, and the reality that multiple things can be true at once.
The Only Surah Without Bismillah | Ramadan Pause & Reflect #5 | Dr. Omar Suleiman
Why is Surah Tawbah the only surah in the Qur’an without bismillah?Surah Tawbah is one of the most powerful and hard-hitting chapters of the Qur’an. It opens with a final warning and disavowal, yet it is still called the Surah of Repentance. How can a surah that begins with distance still carry the name of tawbah?This reflection explores its missing basmalah, its urgent call back to Allah, and the
One Small Sin That Tips The Scale | Ramadan Pause & Reflect #4 | Dr. Omar Suleiman
What does it mean to feel “safe” from Allah? These powerful verses from Surah Al-A'raf contrast two states — sleeping at night and playing during the day — and expose a deeper issue: a heedless heart.This reflection is a wake-up call about spiritual alertness, small sins we take lightly, and how to live with constant awareness of Allah without paranoia — but with purpose. Are we awake… or jus
How Every Day of Ramadan is Worth 70 Years | Khutbah by Dr. Omar Suleiman
The Prophet ﷺ said:“Whoever fasts one day in the path of Allah, Allah will distance his face from the Fire by seventy years.”In this khutbah, we reflect on the deeper meaning of this powerful hadith. We explore what it means to build distance from the Fire, why a believer should never feel secure from it, and why no act of fasting is ever small in the sight of Allah.
He Wrote on Himself Mercy | Ramadan Pause & Reflect #3 | Dr. Omar Suleiman
In Surah Al-An‘am (6:12), Allah says: “He has written mercy upon Himself.” And in the hadith qudsi, Allah declares: “O My servants, I have made oppression forbidden for Myself…”The One with absolute authority chose to write mercy upon Himself and make oppression haram for Himself. What does that mean for us? When you have the upper hand — at home, at work, in leadership — do you hold yourself to a
The Scholars Who Can’t Read | Ramadan Pause & Reflect #2 | Dr. Omar Suleiman
What does it truly mean to be “rooted in knowledge”? The Qur’an praises a special group of believers — but their defining quality may surprise you. This lecture explores the difference between intellectual ego and sincere faith, the danger of twisted interpretations, and why saying “I don’t know” is actually a sign of strength. True knowledge begins with humility and ends with, “We believe in it a
The Baqarah Challenge | Ramadan Pause & Reflect #1 | Dr. Omar Suleiman
This Ramadan, make one life-changing commitment: Surah al-Baqarah.The Prophet ﷺ said, “Take it, for taking it is a blessing and leaving it is regret.” It brings barakah into your home, expels Shaytan, and will come as shade on the Day of Judgment for the one who holds onto it.Less than 50 pages. One year. Start now — and meet next Ramadan with it in your heart.May Allah make the Qur’an the spring
SERIES FINALE: Salahuddin's Legacy | The Salahuddin Generation | Ep. 11 | Dr. Hassan Elwan
He defeated kings. He liberated Jerusalem. He broke the Third Crusade. But in the end — what mattered to him most?Not the throne. Not the cities. Not even Jerusalem.This episode uncovers Salahuddin’s final concern, his greatest desire, and the responsibility he placed on those who came after him.
Ramadan Prep 2026: A Complete Guide | Special Lecture by Dr. Omar Suleiman
How can you know if Allah accepted your Ramadan?As the month comes to a close, take time to reflect deeply. Do an honest evaluation of your Ramadan. Was it transformative? Did it bring you closer to Allah?In this powerful reminder, Dr. Omar Suleiman encourages us to assess our worship, intentions, and growth, and shares a beautiful du’a the Sahabah would recite at the beginning of a new month, tea
Has Allah Chosen You This Ramadan? | Khutbah by Dr. Omar Suleiman
Allah grants His mercy to whom He wills and raises whom He wills in faith. What does it mean to be among those chosen, and how can we strive to be included?Listen to this khutbah to reflect on how Allah selects His servants for special mercy, guidance, and increase in iman, and what we can do to seek that honor.
How to Wipe Out Your Sins | Servants of the Most Merciful | Ep. 7 | Dr. Omar Suleiman
Dr. Omar Suleiman continues his reflection on the characteristics of the Servants of the Most Merciful through Surah Al-Furqan, ayahs 70–71. In this episode, he explains how true repentance is marked by sincere regret, a firm intention not to return to sin, and a commitment to rectifying past wrongdoing.The Servants of the Most Merciful do not plan their sins, nor do they take repentance lightly.
Understanding Major Sins in Islam | Servants of the Most Merciful | Ep. 6 | Dr. Omar Suleiman
Major sins do not happen overnight. Dr. Omar Suleiman expands on verse 25 of Surah Furqan, “They are˺ those who do not invoke any other god besides Allah, nor take a ˹human˺ life—made sacred by Allah—except with ˹legal˺ right, nor commit fornication. And whoever does ˹any of˺ this will face the penalty.”This episode explores how major sins line shirk, murder, and zina begin long before the act its
Salahuddin vs. Richard the Lionheart | The Salahuddin Generation | Ep. 10 | Dr. Hassan Elwan
After Jerusalem was opened, the world didn’t celebrate — it came for revenge.Europe gathered its greatest kings. Richard the Lionheart arrived with a mind as sharp as his sword. The siege of Acre dragged on for years until both sides were exhausted — then came a betrayal no one expected.This is where Salahuddin is tested like never before: a shocking wedding proposal, a massacre that changed the C
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