Ramadan 2018 - Nightly Reminder - May 18
Ramadan Nightly Reminder May 18
May 20, 2018•21 min
Nouman Ali Khan
Nouman Ali Khan is the founder and CEO of Bayyinah and serves as a lead instructor for several programs including Dream, traveling seminars and Bayyinah TV. His serious Arabic training began in the U.S. in 1999 under Dr. Abdus-Samie, founder and former principal of Quran College in Faisalabad, Pakistan.
Khan served as a professor of Arabic at Nassau Community College until 2006 when he decided to take Bayyinah on as a full-time project. Since then he has taught more than 10,000 students through traveling seminars and programs. He currently resides in Dallas, Texas and is focusing on teaching his students, developing Arabic curricula and filming material for Bayyinah TV.
Nouman Ali Khan, who was of Pakistani descent and was born in Germany on May 4, 1978, spent his early years in the former East Berlin. Khan attended the Pakistan Embassy school from second through eighth grade while his father was employed by the Pakistani Embassy in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Khan was a teenager when his father decided to relocate the family to New York.
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A Fresh Start
Why do we start doubting our religion and why are our youth misguided? Why is it absolutely necessary to start afresh? Ustadh Nouman Ali Khan explicitly delves into this topic to achieve immense clarity for all of us in these matters. Points of interest include: Accepting that Allah gives us guidance in the Qur'an. Acknowledge that Allah is going to heal us through the Qur'an. The realization that Allah doesn't want to punish us and judge us. It (the guidance) is mercy that enables us to see All...
May 20, 2018•31 min
Tafsir Ayatul Kursi
Ustadh Nouman Ali Khan delves an explicit explanation on the Tafsir of Ayatul Kursi. He also provides deep insight on the greatest verse in the Qur'an, Ayat Al Kursi - verse 255 of Surah Al-Baqarah and the occasions on which it should be recited. It is the most blessed Ayah in the Qur'an because of the content, subject, and style of the verses. It is about the Names, Grandeur, and Majesty of Allah SWT. When should this magnificent Ayah be recited? Before going to sleep every night. If recited af...
Mar 20, 2018•1 hr 48 min
What Allah Sees In You
Ustadh Nouman Ali Khan gives a beautiful lecture on what Allah sees or wants to see in us. The secret of our striving in this life is to find out what our Rabb wants from us at every moment and stage of our lives and then do it to the best of our ability. Similarly, we should work towards in an identical manner for all people. The first thing to do is have a proper attitude in the light of Deen and to understand ourselves. Allah created man in the best of forms, pleasing in appearance, and endow...
Mar 06, 2018•51 min
Khutbah 02-03-2018
Ustadh Nouman Ali Khan delves into the topic of how dignity is addressed in the Qur'an. How does Allah define dignity and what significance it has in our daily lives? When Allah has made us the recipient of dignity in this life, we also need to pass this on to other people so that we duly thank Allah in this way. Shaytan hates that Allah has ordained dignity for us and hence, it's His continuous motive to annihilate the dignity of others by making us do these acts. Our parents and children are w...
Mar 06, 2018•35 min
Answering Interesting Questions
Ustadh Nouman Ali Khan takes some time out to patiently answer some questions that warrant a suitable answer. Some of them are as below: I have become completely disillusioned from this world because of some events and from relationships and people. Please suggest something. My parents have been at a minimum psychologically abusive, verbally abusive, physically abusive, sexually abusive. How can one handle this situation appropriately? I have divorced parents and so my mom and dad live in two di...
Feb 26, 2018•32 min
The Shepherd And The Flock
Khutbah
Feb 26, 2018•24 min
The Weight Of Our Deeds
Khutbah In this life, the fact that the law is served doesn't necessarily mean that justice is served. But the situation is completely different on Judgment Day, as Allah describes it using beautifully nuanced language in the first part of Surah Al-Aâraf. On that day when we stand humbly before our maker, the scales reveal the absolute truth about our deeds. It is an accurate, precise and justified reckoning. The scales do not measure the quantity of our deeds, but their quality, as each one o...
Feb 22, 2018•30 min
Selective Islam
Khutbah. Referring to the Israelites in Surah Al-Baqarah, Allah stresses that like them, we are in real danger that our hearts will harden even though the Quran is in our hands and we recite it in prayer. In the same surah, Allah teaches us how to protect our hearts from this, first by maintaining a deep connection with our creator, which in turn will improve our relationships with close family; then by always speaking well of people, followed by establishing the prayer and finally giving zakat....
Feb 22, 2018•33 min
Context And Meaning In The Quran
- Khutbah In ayah 36 of Surah Al-Isra Allah warns against obsessively following what we do not know fully. On the Day of Judgment, we will be held accountable for what we hear, see and become impassioned about. Hearing something constantly not only influences our perception of it, but also informs our emotions towards it. That is why having a regular relationship with the Quran is essential. Our views and feelings become aligned with what Allah teaches us through His blessed words. But we must b...
Feb 22, 2018•28 min
Faith In Allah's Plan - Khutbah
This Khutbah was recorded on October 6th, 2017 at the Euless Campus The story of Prophet Musa (PBUH) and Al-Khidr in Surah Al-Kahf is a source of profound guidance for situations many of us find ourselves facing in our daily lives. It begins with Prophet Musaâs (PBUH) relentless commitment to learning despite the fact that Allah had bestowed so much knowledge on him that his disciples were even called the People of the Book. Although Allah spoke directly to Prophet Musa (PBUH), He decided that...
Nov 21, 2017•25 min
The Real Story of Dawoud PBUH - Khutbah
In this video, Ustadh Nouman revisits the story of Prophet Dawoud (AS) through his reading of a famous incident recounted in Surah Sad. He explains how our correct understanding of the life and character of Dawoud (AS) was tarnished by a false interpretation of this incident in the Hebrew scripture, and that a careful study reveals that Allah sent these ayat to refute the false accusations they made against him regarding his alleged scheme to take the wife of one of his military commanders. Alla...
Nov 21, 2017•24 min
Light Up Your Heart - Khutbah
Often in the Quran Allah teaches us profound lessons through beautiful parables. In this khutbah, Ustadh Nouman Ali Khan digs deep into two such analogies in Surah An-Nur by contrasting light with darkness. He begins by explaining the many meanings of the word light (nur) when it is used in the Quran: light sometimes refers to Allah, to guidance or to the Quran itself. Like a lamp in a niche inside a house, the light of faith and sincerity to Allah not only lives inside our hearts but also emana...
Nov 21, 2017•29 min
How Gratitude Shapes Our Lives - Khutbah
This khutbah was given on 9/29/2017 in the Bayyinah musalla. After escaping the clutches of Pharaoh, Prophet Musa (PBUH) and his people found themselves in the middle of the desert with no food, shelter, or hope for survival. It was at this point that Allah chose to remind them about gratitude. What we learn from this passage from Surah Ibrahim is that, when we are faced with insurmountable challenges and odds, we must recognize that it is only with Allah's help that we can be successful. If we ...
Nov 21, 2017•27 min
A Divine Remedy - Khutbah
The Khutbah was recorded at the Euless Campus on Oct. 13, 2017 In Surah Al-Maâarij, Allah uses a powerful word to describe the human psyche. Ustadh Nouman explains how the word âhaluâaâ ingeniously captures our knee jerk reaction to adversity; how we get angry, give up and slip into despair. On the flip side, when good things happen to us, our immediate tendency is to be greedy and fearful of giving wealth or even knowledge. Yet in the same surah Allah provides a remedy for this conditio...
Nov 21, 2017•26 min
Studying Surah Al Mulk - Part 6
Ustadh Nouman Ali Khan gives us an overview and a bird's eye view on Surah Al Mulk. This Surah is symmetrically perfect. How so? This Surah is divided into 6 parts with different connotations: Verses 1 - 4 - Primarily about Allah’s Power and Constancy. Verses 5 - 15 - About Heaven and Hell. Verses 16 - 22 - Immediate threat from Allah that is coming Verses 23 - 24- How grateful we should be for mortality and how we should make the most of it. Verses 25 - 28- Questioning of the promise made by Al...
Nov 21, 2017•19 min
Studying Surah Al Mulk - Part 5
Ustadh Nouman Ali Khan is now heading towards the final part of the lecture relating to Surah Al Mulk. If the disbelievers are awaiting the change of fortunes for the Prophet ﷺ and his Companions, and suppose that this change does happen, then why should they themselves expect the same rest assured? They shall certainly meet the dreadful fate they have been informed of. The only way we can avoid the punishment from above and below is if we turn to Allah. The Surah concludes with Allah’s Divine M...
Nov 21, 2017•27 min
Studying Surah Al Mulk - Part 4
Ustadh Nouman Ali Khan delivers a valuable lecture pertaining to Surah Al Mulk. This lecture encompasses two Ayats from this Surah. We are acquainted with the fact that whatever is suspended in the unfathomable skies is held by the Almighty who is watching everything. If someone is deprived of His assistance and support, no one will be able to help him. If He deprives someone of sustenance, no one will be able to sustain him. Those who lead their lives while remaining a slave to their desires wi...
Nov 21, 2017•49 min
Studying Surah Al Mulk - Part 3
Ustadh Nouman Ali Khan continues his elaborate and explicit explanation on an exemplary Surah - Surah Al Mulk. We are acquainted with the fact that people who remain fearful of Allah in this world shall be rewarded and All their virtuous deeds are in the knowledge of Allah and He shall duly honor them. He is the Creator of all and nothing is hidden from Him. This earth has been created by the Almighty as very obedient and submissive to man. It is a source of reminder for man of a great reality: ...
Nov 21, 2017•1 hr 1 min
Studying Surah Al Mulk - Part 2
Ustadh Nouman Ali Khan continues his talk on an elaborate explanation of the second part of Surah Al Mulk. We are made aware through the Surah that if this universe is carefully observed, not even a single minor flaw can be pointed out in it and repeated observations will only second this inference. The nearest of the seven skies has been adorned with stars by Allah referenced as bright lamps wherein they serve the dual purpose of guiding people in their journeys and pelting Satan and his army i...
Nov 21, 2017•1 hr 36 min
Studying Surah Al Mulk - Part 1
Ustadh Nouman Ali Khan provides a deep dive into Surah Al-Mulk, highlighting its distinct theological and linguistic nuances. He explains its unique position in the Quran, the Prophet's emphasis on its recitation, and its power to intercede and protect. The discussion thoroughly analyzes key Arabic terms like "Tabarak" and "Mulk," revealing Allah's boundless power, constant capability, and ultimate authority. The surah's focus on death, life, and the perfection of creation underscores a call to continuous improvement rather than unattainable perfection, all framed by Allah's infinite mercy as Al-Rahman, Al-Aziz, and Al-Ghafur.
Nov 21, 2017•1 hr 35 min
In The Eyes Of Allah
In this khutabah Ustadh Nouman recounts the story behind Surah âAbasa, a Mekki surah that was revealed as Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) was speaking to one of the elites of Quraish. On this rare occasion when one of the tribal leaders was actually listening to the Prophet, a blind distant relative of the Prophet rushed to him, interrupting the conversation to ask for guidance and inspiration. Even though the Prophetâs reaction was muted - he only slightly frowned and looked away - Allah revealed t...
Jul 29, 2017•28 min
Honoring Honest Work
Jumuah Khutbah on June 7th, 2017 @ Bayyinah Institute The only thing that distinguishes one Muslim from another, as Nouman Ali Khan teaches us in this khutbah, is their level of fear of Allah. In Aya 11 of Surah Al-Hujuraat, Allah says that we must never make others feel inferior to us, whether because of their race or the job they do. Ustadh Nouman reminds us of how Prophet Dawoud, who was one of the greatest rulers humanity has ever known, was honored by Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) for eating from...
Jul 17, 2017•24 min
The Prize Of Submission To Allah
Jumuah Khubah: In todayâs hyper consumerist societies, where effortless instant gratification is the norm, it is easy for those whose faith is weak to stray from the path of Allah. Those whose faith is literally âon the edgeâ, weighed down by unanswered questions and unresolved emotions, are ready to fall off when faced with lifeâs inevitable trials and tribulations. But at such times of personal and public crisis, says Nouman Ali Khan, we must remember that the purpose of those tests is...
Jun 30, 2017•27 min
Ramadan With The Quran - Day 24
Surah Az-Zalzalah In the final passage of Surah Az-Zalzalah, Allah describes the moment of resurrection and how our deeds will be weighed on the Day of Judgment. Ustadh Nouman explains to us that the word "yasdur" gives an entire spectrum of meaning that implies that our existence on this earth was no more than a brief stop at a watershed in a desert journey. During this temporary stop, believers and disbelievers live together side by side, but at the end of this journey they will be separated a...
Jun 23, 2017•13 min
Ramadan With The Quran - Day 23
Surah Al-Bayyinah In this talk Ustadh Nouman focuses on the first two ayat of Surah Al-Bayyinah, which he says have been the subject of many different interpretations. Here, he delves into the meanings of two key words: "munfakkeen", which denotes "getting separated", and "al-bayyinah" (The Quran) which means "that which provides clear evidence." In his interpretation, Ustadh concludes that these ayat refer to Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) himself, and how his credibility in his community and his hone...
Jun 23, 2017•15 min
Surah Al-Qadr - Laylatul Qadr
Surah Al-Qadr is entirely dedicated to Laylatul Qadr, the most noble of nights during the month of Ramadan when the Quran was first revealed. In this video, Ustadh Nouman teaches us the nuances of the phrase âlaylatul qadrâ in Arabic, which combines the meanings of night of âdecreeâ, âhonorâ and âpowerâ. This is the night when Allah will decree that the angels execute all His decisions for the rest of the year; when Allah revealed the most honorable words through His most honored...
Jun 23, 2017•37 min
Amazing Kabah Facts
Amazing Things You Need To Know About The Kabah In this lecture Nouman Ali Khan discusses some of the amazing things about the ka'aba. Like for example the history and why Allah changed the Qibla etc.
Jun 23, 2017•21 min
Ramadan With The Quran - Day 21
Surah Al-Alaq In his introductory comments to a more detailed interpretation of Surah Al-Alaq, Ustadh Nouman stresses the importance of understanding the context in which its ayat were revealed. Here Ustadh reads and explains the narration - verified in Sahih Al-Bukhari - which details Prophet Muhammad's (PBUH) very first encounter with Jibreel (AS). He recounts how the Angel asked him to read three times, each time holding him very tight. Terrified and unsure of his own sanity, the Prophet rush...
Jun 18, 2017•15 min
Ramadan With The Quran - Day 20
Surah At-Tin In this talk Ustadh Nouman focuses on Ayat 4-6 of Surah At-Tin. These ayat follow the opening oaths where Allah reminds us of Prophets Eissa, Musa and Muhammad (PBUH) and by association of the messages they carried. In this transition to the heart of the surah, Allah makes a strong statement about how He created man in the most upright fashion, balancing him both physically and spiritually. Those amazing messengers who's memory was evoked in the opening ayat, are proof that human be...
Jun 17, 2017•12 min
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