The first obstacle on the spiritual path is gaining the knowledge necessary to fulfill God's commands, in order to move forward. In this episode, we will cover: • Knowledge & worship • What kind of knowledge? • The fruits of knowledge Resources: • Being Muslim: A Practical Guide by Asad Tarsin - http://www.beingmuslim.org • Absolute Essentials of Islam (Shafi'i): http://seekershub.org/home/courses/ILAES100 • Absolute Essentials of Islam (Hanafi): http://seekershub.org/home/courses/ILAE100 • ...
May 19, 2018•16 min
If you are able––by God's enabling grace––to overcome these seven obstacles, you will taste the sweetness of nearness. In this episode, we will cover: • The 7 obstacles on the spiritual path • The Glorious Result Intro and outro music by Sidi Ibrahim Nass
May 18, 2018•16 min
The beginning of the spiritual path is caused by a heavenly urge which is cast into the heart. In this episode, we will cover: • Imam al-Ghazali's intro to 'The Path of Worshipful Servants' • How worship is the currency of our dealings with Allah ﷻ • The question of meaning Intro and outro music by Sidi Ibrahim Nass
May 17, 2018•16 min
Now that Ramadan is over, how do you continue to progress spiritually? In this episode, we will cover: • Fasting Virtuous Days • Keeping the momentum • Advice for the path Intro & outro music by Nader Khan (www.naderkhan.com)
Jun 25, 2017•15 min
Eid is a time of eating, drinking, and showing love to one another as part of our spiritual community. In this episode, we will cover: • Enjoying Eid • Being with loved ones • The real Eid Intro & outro music by Nader Khan (www.naderkhan.com)
Jun 25, 2017•14 min
Giving life to Eid gives life to your heart on the day when only a sound heart avails you. In this episode: • Spiritual celebration • Having a living heart • Beautiful glorification Additional resource: • Takbiraat of Eid: https://soundcloud.com/omar_mm/takbiraat-of-eid Intro & outro music by Nader Khan (www.naderkhan.com)
Jun 23, 2017•13 min
Your fast is suspended between the heavens and earth, and what makes it ascend is zakat ul-fitr. In this episode, we will cover: • The obligation of zakat ul-fitr • When to give it • Accepting Ramadan Additional resource: • The Fiqh of Eid al-Fitr: https://seekersguidance.org/answers/general-counsel/fiqh-eid-al-fitr-eid-al-adha/ Intro & outro music by Nader Khan (www.naderkhan.com)
Jun 22, 2017•13 min
How will you say farewell to Ramadan? In this episode, we will cover: • Seeking forgiveness • Not underestimating the end of Ramadan • Being granted freedom Intro & outro music by Nader Khan (www.naderkhan.com)
Jun 21, 2017•11 min
In each night of Ramadan, God frees 60,000 people from the Fire. On the last night of Ramadan, He frees the same number as He did throughout the month of Ramadan. Don't you want to be included in that? In this episode: • Seeking forgiveness • Not underestimating the end of Ramadan • Being granted freedom Intro & outro music by Nader Khan (www.naderkhan.com)
Jun 20, 2017•12 min
One of the greatest acts of mercy and clemency in human history was the Prophet's Conquest of Mecca, which occurred in Ramadan. In this episode, we will cover: • The Conquest of Mecca • Mercy trumps revenge • Guiding people to God Intro & outro music by Nader Khan (www.naderkhan.com)
Jun 20, 2017•13 min
Within Ramadan, there is a night worth more than 1,000 months––blessed are those who seek it! In this episode: • When is Laylat ul-Qadr • What to ask for on this night • The Ultimate Treasure Intro & outro music by Nader Khan (www.naderkhan.com)
Jun 18, 2017•13 min
As Ramadan draws closer to its end, take time to focus exclusively on Allah. In this episode, we will cover: • The purpose of spiritual seclusion • The rewards of spiritual seclusion • Increasing in good deeds towards the end Additional resource: • Spiritual Retreat (itikaf): http://seekershub.org/ans-blog/2009/08/14/the-spiritual-retreat-itikaf/ Intro & outro music by Nader Khan (www.naderkhan.com)
Jun 18, 2017•13 min
As the end of Ramadan approaches, now is the time to finish strong. In this episode, we will cover: • Whoever strives, tastes • The description of the Prophet ﷺ in the last ten • Seeking Laylat ul-Qadr Give SoulFood merch as a Eid gift! https://soulfoodfm.shop Intro & outro music by Nader Khan (www.naderkhan.com)
Jun 17, 2017•13 min
As we approach the last third of Ramadan approaches, it is time to check in and to take your spiritual pulse. In this episode, we will cover: • Importance of reflection • Healthy regret • Finishing strong Intro & outro music by Nader Khan (www.naderkhan.com)
Jun 15, 2017•11 min
How giving has your heart become this Ramadan? In this episode, we will cover: • The description of the Prophet in Ramadan • Seeking refuge from miserliness • Relationship between courage and generosity. Intro & outro music by Nader Khan (www.naderkhan.com)
Jun 15, 2017•13 min
"If My servants ask you about Me, I am near. I respond to those who call Me, so let them respond to Me, and believe in Me, so that they may be guided." [Quran 2.186] In this episode, we will cover: • God’s mercy • The power of dua • Responding to the call SoulFood is a project of the Muslim Chaplaincy of Toronto. Please support the programs and services of the Muslim Chaplaincy by becoming a monthly donor today at www.mcuoft.com/donate. This episode of SoulFood is sponsored by Naseeha Muslim You...
Jun 13, 2017•14 min
One of the greatest events in the history of the early community of believers was the Battle of Badr, which occurred in Ramadan. In this episode, we will cover: • The significance of history • The Great Battle of Badr • A blessed night Intro & outro music by Nader Khan (www.naderkhan.com)
Jun 12, 2017•13 min
Backbiting is spiritual cannibalism and one of the most dangerous ways to nullify the reward for fasting. In this episode, we will cover: • The dangers of backbiting • The virtues of silence • Only mentioning what is good Intro & outro music by Nader Khan (www.naderkhan.com)
Jun 12, 2017•13 min
The Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) said, "The people of the Quran are the people of God and His most chosen." So ask yourself, what level of recitation do you have? In this episode, we will cover: • The reward for recitation • The levels of recitation • Commitment to the Quran Intro & outro music by Nader Khan (www.naderkhan.com)
Jun 11, 2017•13 min
Don't jeopardize the benefit of your fast by giving in to anger. In this episode: • How fasting can affect anger • Controlling your tongue when angry • Constraining the nafs Intro & outro music by Nader Khan (www.naderkhan.com)
Jun 09, 2017•12 min
All blessed acts of worship are combined in the month of Ramadan, and one of the greatest acts of worship to perform in Ramadan is the Umrah (lesser Pilgrimage). In this episode, we will cover: • The reward of Umrah in Ramadan • The Companions' love for the Prophet ﷺ • Love is the spirit of worship Intro & outro music by Nader Khan (www.naderkhan.com)
Jun 07, 2017•13 min
Out of God's mercy, He ﷻ gave us a way to make up for violating the fast. In this episode: • The way to expiate a fast when it is violated. • Holding ourselves to a higher standard • Being merciful towards others Additional Resource: • Paying the expiation by feeding poor people: https://islamic-relief.org/ramadan/fidya/ Intro & outro music by Nader Khan (www.naderkhan.com)
Jun 06, 2017•12 min
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said, "Whoever eats during the day in Ramadan without a valid excuse or illness—were he to fast for eternity, it would still not make up for it.” [Tirmidhi] In this episode, we will cover: • The great warning of violating the fast • The honor of worship • How fasting is essential Intro & outro music by Nader Khan (www.naderkhan.com)
Jun 05, 2017•12 min
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said, "Whoever prays at night in Ramadan, faithfully and anticipating the reward from Allah, will have their previous sins forgiven." [Bukhari & Muslim] In this episode, we will cover: •The reward for praying at night in Ramadan • How communal taraweeh began • Four statements for Ramadan Additional Resource: • Ramadan Invocation: "Ashhadu a'llā ilāha illa Allah, astaghfirullah, as'aluka al-Jannata wa a'udhu bika min al-Nar" (I bear witness that there is no god but God,...
Jun 05, 2017•14 min
Don't sleep on the great rewards of feeding a fasting person. Even the angels seek out the person who feeds others in Ramadan. In this episode, we will cover: •The reward of feeding a fasting person •Shaking hands with the Angel Gabriel •Using a tooth stick (siwak) while fasting Intro & outro music by Nader Khan (www.naderkhan.com)
Jun 04, 2017•13 min
Another beautiful Prophetic practice in Ramadan is hastening to break the fast as soon as the sun sets. In this episode, we will cover: • The virtue of hastening to break the fast • What the Prophet ﷺ preferred to break his fast on • Dua when breaking the fast Additional Resource: • Prophetic Dua when breaking the fast: 'Allahumma laka ṣumt, wa 'ala rizqika afṭart' (Translation: O Allah, for You I have fasted, and with what You have provided, I break my fast). Intro & outro music by Nader Kh...
Jun 02, 2017•12 min
Learn about one of the blessed Prophetic practices that should be performed during the month of Ramadan. In this episode: • The description of the Prophet ﷺ in Ramadan • The importance of seeking barakah (blessing) • Taking advantage of Suhur • Dua during Suhur Intro & outro music by Nader Khan (www.naderkhan.com)
Jun 01, 2017•11 min
Ramadan is the time to dedicate yourself to being alone with Allah ﷻ and getting to work in performing acts of worship. In this episode, we will cover: • The description of the Prophet ﷺ in Ramadan • The importance of generosity • The need for worship Intro & outro music by Nader Khan (www.naderkhan.com)
May 31, 2017•14 min
Fasting is not merely refraining from food and drink but controlling our limbs and tongues from sin. In this episode, we’ll cover: • The state of your heart in Ramadan • Dangers of vile speech in Ramadan • Increasing in Taqwa Intro & outro music by Nader Khan (www.naderkhan.com)
May 30, 2017•15 min
God calls us in Ramadan to seek ever higher levels of spiritual achievements. So ask yourself, what degree is my fasting at? In this episode, we will cover: • The 3 degrees of fasting • Goals in Ramadan • Seeking Allah ﷻ Intro & outro music by Nader Khan (www.naderkhan.com)
May 29, 2017•13 min
