In this episode, Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat elaborates on the wisdom behind Allah Most High changing the qibla from Bayt Al-Maqdis [Jerusalem] to the Kaa’ba in Mecca. This test was to make evident those who believed and followed His Messenger (peace and blessings be upon him) wholeheartedly. Shaykh Reasat explains the word “wasat” as meaning “the best and the most honored”, and “middle”. He expounds on Allah Most High’s mercy towards the believers. For more SeekersGuidance podcast shows, visit ht...
Mar 28, 2022•41 min
In this episode, Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat concludes the commentary of Sura al-Baqara and elaborates on the meaning of the word “haneefa” (turning away from that which is wrong or corrupt). He explains that Allah Most High commands Prophet Muhammad (blessings and peace be upon him) to declare that the Muslims are steadfast in the religion of Prophet Ibrahim (peace be upon him). Allah Most High further instructs the Muslims to believe in all the prophets and not differentiate between them. Shaykh...
Mar 14, 2022•40 min
Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat continues his commentary of Sura al-Baqara, verses 131 – 134. This section starts where Prophet Ibrahim (peace be upon him) submits himself to Allah Most High and commands his sons to do the same. Shaykh Reasat explains the lesson herein: It is not enough to be content with being on the right path; we should encourage and support our loved ones too. He then elaborates on the meaning of the word “wassa” (to order to what is beneficial). The concluding ayat in this sectio...
Mar 03, 2022•31 min
In ayah 127, Allah Most High instructs Prophet Muhammad (blessings and peace be upon him) to convey the story of Prophet Ibrahim and Ismael (peace be upon them) building the Kaaba. Shaykh Reasat explains the duahs of Prophet Ibrahim (peace be upon him) and reminds us that supplications not made sincerely for Allah Most High are of no value. He elaborates on verse 130, where Allah Most High says that anyone abandoning the path of Prophet Ibrahim (peace be upon him) commits an injustice against hi...
Feb 23, 2022•32 min
Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat continues his commentary of Sura al-Baqara, verses 124 – 126. Now begins the story of Prophet Ibrahim Alayhi salaam. Shaykh Reasat elaborates on the many trials Prophet Ibrahim Alayhi salaam endured. Despite the severity, he consistently obeyed Allah Most High’s commands and received the honor of being an Imam for the people. In the following verses, Allah Most High describes Makka as a refuge and safe place for everyone who visits – even if they had committed evil acts...
Feb 18, 2022•37 min
Shaykh Abdul-Rahim continues where Allah Most High says that the Jews and Christians will never be pleased until the Prophet (blessings and peace be upon him) follows their invented religion. He explains the words “hudaa” (true guidance) and “hawa” (egotistical desire) and draws our attention to the eloquence and clarity of the Arabic language. He elaborates that “haqqan tilawah” (correct recital) holds many meanings. It encompasses proper recitation taking care of all the rules, making lawful w...
Feb 10, 2022•30 min
In this episode of Seekers Quran Tafsir, Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat continues his commentary of Sura al-Baqara, verses 116 – 119. This section begins where Allah Most High refutes the claims that the angels are Allah Most High’s daughters. Shaykh Reasat reiterates that the disbelievers (Jews, Christians, and Arab idolaters) were intent on disbelief. He explains the linguistic meaning of the word “badi” (to create something from scratch). This section ends where Allah Most High assures the Prophet...
Jan 28, 2022•38 min
I n this episode of Seekers Quran Tafsir, Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat continues his commentary of Sura al-Baqara, verses 113 – 115. The sura continues where Allah Most High explains the disputes between the Jews and Christians. Shaykh Reasat elaborates on verses 114 and 115 wherein Allah Most High chastises the disbelievers who prevent people from going to the mosques of Allah. This section of Sura al Baqara ends where Allah Most High comforts His Messenger stating that the whole earth is a Qiblah...
Jan 21, 2022•35 min
In this episode of Seekers Quran Tafsir, Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat continues his commentary of Sura al-Baqara, verses 109 – 112. In these verses, Allah Most High warns the Believers against following the ways of the People of the Book. Shaykh Reasat explains that they secretly envied and hated the Believers. However, Allah Most High encourages the Believers to forgive them. The Jews claim that they alone will enter paradise, while the Christians claim likewise. Allah Most High refutes these fals...
Jan 16, 2022•39 min
Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat continues his commentary of Sura al-Baqara, verses 106-108. Bani Isra’il asks the Muslims why Allah Most High suddenly replaces one ruling with another. Their aim was not to understand or seek guidance but to mock and cast doubt in the hearts of the Muslims. Shaykh Abdul-Rahim explains naskh (abrogation/remover) in detail and stresses that whatever Allah Most High abrogates or erases, He replaces it with equal or better. Allah Most High alone knows the wisdom therein. T...
Dec 22, 2021•38 min
In this episode of Seekers Complete Quran Tafsir, Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat elaborates on verses 103 – 105 of Surah al-Baqara. The sura continues where Allah Most High says that Bani Isra’il preferred magic over faith and following the Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace). Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat details how Bani Isra’il uses ambiguous expressions when greeting or visiting the Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace). They blatantly refused to accept that prophethood had descended ...
Dec 15, 2021•39 min
In the previous podcasts, Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat elaborates on Bani Isra’il’s refusal to believe in the Messengers and submit to the clear truth. In this episode, we learn what they choose to believe and follow. Shaykh Abdul-Rahim explains how Bani Isra’il spread falsehood about Prophet Suleiman (Blessings and peace be upon him), claiming that he was a sorcerer. He then discusses the concept of “black magic”, warning us that the one who engages in it is guilty of kufr (disbelief) and that All...
Dec 08, 2021•39 min
Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat elaborates how the disbelievers deliberately go out of their way to reject the truth. In these verses, Allah Most High says that He, Most High, has sent clear proofs that testify to Prophet Muhammad’s (Blessings and peace be upon him) prophethood. This knowledge is known to Bani Isra’il, and despite being honored with the Torah, they consistently break and disregard every promise they make. For more SeekersGuidance podcast shows, visit https://seekersguidance.org/podcas...
Nov 30, 2021•33 min
Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat expounds on the utter arrogance of Bani Isra’il and reminds us to take lessons from their behavior. Allah Most High admonishes Bani Isra’il’s claim that the Hereafter is for them exclusively. If this is so, why do they desire long life and not wish for death and enjoy the pleasures (which they claim) await them? Not only do they criticize the Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace) and his followers, but also God’s chosen angel, Gabriel. For more SeekersGuidance po...
Nov 25, 2021•42 min
In this episode, Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat goes on to explain the bigotry and narrow-mindedness of Bani Isra’il. Despite recognizing the clear proofs (the flood, the locusts, the staff, Musa parting the sea, etc.) as being from Allah Most High, they still chose to disbelieve. Shaykh Abdul-Rahim discusses the Quranic verse, “their hearts absorbed (the worship of) the calf because of their disbelief”, and draws our attention to the beauty, precision, and depth of the Arabic language. For more Seek...
Nov 18, 2021•34 min
In this episode, Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat elaborates on Bani Isra’il’s arrogance. Bani Isra’il used to invoke Allah Most High to send the promised Messenger to assist them in victory over the Arab disbelievers. When Allah Most High sends an Arab prophet, Bani Isra’il immediately rejects him. This, despite recognizing Prophet Muhammad (Allah bless him and give him peace) through the descriptions in the Torah. The commentary on the Quranic verse “ghadab” (anger upon anger) is discussed in detail....
Nov 10, 2021•35 min
In this episode, Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat elaborates how Allah Most High describes Bani Isra’il’s insolence and defiance towards the Prophets. Bani Isra’il not only rejected the Prophets but also killed some of them. The commentary on the Quranic verse “clear proofs” is also discussed in detail. For more SeekersGuidance podcast shows, visit https://seekersguidance.org/podcasts/ . Help SeekersGuidance reach millions around the world through reliable knowledge and guidance from qualified scholars...
Nov 05, 2021•35 min
In this episode of Seekers Complete Qur’an Tafsir, Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat continues his commentary of Sura al-Baqara, verses 84-85. This episode covers how Bani Isra’il chose to believe in some parts of the Torah and reject others. Shaykh Reasat explains that Bani Isra’il took a covenant with Allah that they will not kill people, expel people from their homes or help others fight against their tribe. These they blatantly defied. For more SeekersGuidance podcast shows, visit https://seekersgui...
Oct 31, 2021•35 min
In this episode of Seekers Complete Quran Tafsir, Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat continues his commentary of Sura al-Baqara, verses 81–83. This episode covers how Allah rebuked Bani Isra’il’s understanding of their punishment in the hereafter being only temporary. Shaykh Abdul-Rahim discusses how Allah reminds us all that transgressors will abide in the hellfire eternally. For more SeekersGuidance podcast shows, visit https://seekersguidance.org/podcasts/ . Help SeekersGuidance reach millions around ...
Oct 19, 2021•32 min
In this episode of Seekers Complete Quran Tafsir, Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat continues his commentary of Sura al-Baqara, verses 77-80. This episode covers how the Prophet Musa’s people persisted in proclaiming their faith whilst their actions spoke otherwise. Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat explains in detail that Allah knows what lies in the depths of one’s heart. For more SeekersGuidance podcast shows, visit https://seekersguidance.org/podcasts/ . Help SeekersGuidance reach millions around the world ...
Oct 12, 2021•35 min
In this episode of Seekers Complete Quran Tafsir, Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat continues his commentary of Sura al-Baqara, verses 74- 76. This episode covers how the Prophet Musa’s people not only refused to align themselves with what Allah had ordered them to do, but how they also disregarded the Prophet Musa. Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat explains how the people of Musa had been given opportunity after opportunity to mend their ways. For more SeekersGuidance podcast shows, visit https://seekersguidan...
Oct 01, 2021•33 min
In this episode of Seekers Complete Qur’an Tafsir, Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat continues his commentary of Sura al-Baqara, verses 67-73. This episode covers how the people of the prophet Musa worshipped the cow. He explains how they were concerned with small, unimportant details and rejected Prophet Musa again and again. As they persisted in their ways, Prophet Musa persisted in his calling. For more SeekersGuidance podcast shows, visit https://seekersguidance.org/podcasts/ . Help SeekersGuidance ...
Sep 16, 2021•37 min
In this episode of Seekers Complete Qur’an Tafsir, Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat continues his commentary of Sura al-Baqara, verses 62-66. Shaykh Reasat focuses on how guidance calls one to reflect on the afterlife, which in turn, eases the burden of one’s worldly trials. Knowing this, as Sura al-Baqara explains, the children of Israel still chose to turn away from Allah. For more SeekersGuidance podcast shows, visit https://seekersguidance.org/podcasts/ . Help SeekersGuidance reach millions around ...
Sep 09, 2021•39 min
In this episode of Seekers Complete Qur’an Tafsir, Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat continues his commentary of Sura al-Baqara, verse 61. This section focuses on the continued expression of ingratitude by the children of Israel. Despite everything they were given, they yearned for more. The children of Isreal implored Prophet Musa to ask for more from Allah. As a result of their greed, Allah refused their call. For more SeekersGuidance podcast shows, visit https://seekersguidance.org/podcasts/ . Help S...
Aug 23, 2021•33 min
In this podcast, Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat continues explaining sura al-Baqara and how Bani Israel’s arrogance and attitude of defiance toward Allah Most High. Shaykh Abdul Rahim explains in detail how the children of Israel were given sign after sign, blessing after blessing. Yet, they kept on with their disbelief in Allah. Allah pardoned Bani Israel, yet they remained arrogant, explains Shaykh Abdul-Rahim. Shaykh Abdul-Rahim ends the podcast by explaining how the Prophet Musa, out of his care ...
Aug 12, 2021•30 min
In this podcast, Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat continues explaining how the children of Israel received favor after favor yet rejected the guidance of the Prophet Musa, which caused their own destruction in the end. Shaykh Abdul Rahim explains how the believer’s repentance is from slips and mistakes, not for things done on purpose, as is the case of those in the outright rebellion of Allah Most High. Shaykh Abdul-Rahim reminds the believers how Bani Israel rejected all the signs Allah gave them out ...
Aug 05, 2021•36 min
Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat continues in this podcast to explain the many gifts and rewards given to Bani Isra’il. These many gifts and rewards were sent so they might re-direct themselves to Allah. Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat continues explaining how Bani Isra’il not only did not re-direct themselves to Allah but rejected the message; and built a calf to worship. As utter rejection to the message sent explains Shaykh Abdul-Rahim. The podcast is ended by explaining why the Bani Isra’il worshipped a ...
Jul 04, 2021•35 min
In this podcast, Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat continues explaining the glorious sura al-Baqara in the Quran by expounding on the many trials sent to the children of Israel and how they didn’t reflect on them. Shaykh Abdul Rahim goes into detail about how no one can pray the prayer of another. The importance of establishing prayer only for the sake of Allah Most High, building a relationship with Allah through the prayer. Shaykh Abdul-Rahim reminds the believers how acts of worship are strengthened ...
Jun 28, 2021•37 min
In this episode of Seekers Complete Qur’an Tafsir, Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat continues his commentary of Sura al-Baqara, verses 38-42. The first half of this section focuses on the consequence of the story of Adam (Blessings and peace be upon him) and Shaitaan. He explains in detail the meaning of the phrase. “There will be no fear concerning them, nor will they grieve.” In the second half, an explanation is given about the address of Allah Most High to the children of Israel. Shaykh Abdul-Rahim...
Jun 16, 2021•38 min
In this episode of Seekers Complete Qur’an Tafsir, Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat continues his commentary of Sura al-Baqara, verses 34-37. This section focuses on the story of Prophet Adam (Blessings and peace be upon him) and Shaitaan. When the angels were commanded to prostrate to Adam, all the angels prostrated at once, but Iblees refused. Shaykh Abdul-Rahim explains the significance of two prostrations in salah and clarifies the meanings of arrogance and disbelief of Shaitaan. He tells the story...
Jun 11, 2021•36 min
