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The Firsts

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The Firsts: The Forerunners of Islam is the series that visits trailblazers of the ummah. Those that rise to the occasion, and inspire a generation. Host Sh. Dr. Omar Suleiman dives into the stories of the giants who were the first of their kind in this world, and distinguished in the next. Listen in to revive the personalities buried in history.Let’s meet the Firsts. This series is brought to you by Yaqeen Institute for Islamic Research. We aim to make academic and Islamically-credible scholarship mainstream through accessible resources such as infographics, animations, podcasts, learning materials, and more. Visit www.yaqeeninstitute.org or download the Yaqeen app from the app store to continue dismantling doubts, nurturing conviction, and inspiring contribution, one truth at a time. 

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Episodes

Abdullah Ibn Rawahah (ra): The Warrior Poet

Dr. Omar Suleiman talks about Abdullah Ibn Rawahah (ra), who with his piety as remarkable as his poetry, was the first of the poets who defended the Prophet ﷺ and most noted for his virtues.

Sep 28, 202257 minEp. 86

Abu Darda (ra): The Scholar Who Wouldn't Sleep

He was the man who the companions used to say was the most sincere amongst them in combining knowledge and action. Dr. Omar Suleiman talks about Abu Darda (RA) and a legacy of scholarship, spirituality, and wisdom that spanned Madinah to Syria and beyond.

Sep 21, 20221 hr 11 minEp. 85

Salman Al Farsi (ra): Back to Persia

Part 2 of the journey of Salman (ra) with Dr. Omar Suleiman takes us through the events that led this noble companion from the trenches of Madinah back to the heart of the Persian empire.

Sep 14, 20221 hr 12 minEp. 84

Salman Al Farsi (ra): The Truth Seeker

Dr. Omar Suleiman talks about the journey of truth that took the son of a Zoroastrian chief from Persia, through the churches of Syria and Iraq, to eventually becoming one of the most beloved companions of the Prophet ﷺ in Madinah.

Sep 07, 20221 hr 9 minEp. 83

Abdullah ibn Salam (ra): The Righteous Rabbi

Abdullah ibn Salam moved to Madinah in anticipation of the arrival of the Prophet ﷺ, and went on to become one of the greatest companions to ever live. A scholar who knew multiple scriptures, and was promised paradise on more than one occassion.

Aug 18, 20221 hr 4 minEp. 82

Umm Haram (ra): When Dreams Come True

Introducing the aunts and uncles of Anas (ra) to properly appreciate this family of sacrifice, with emphasis on the life and vision of Umm Haram (ra).

Jun 08, 20221 hr 1 minEp. 78

Sa'ad Ibn Ubadah (ra): The Generous Chief

He was the man who operated the equivalent of a soup kitchen in Madinah, and led with courage and generosity without fear of persecution or poverty.

Mar 16, 20221 hrEp. 75

Sa'ad Ibn Muadh (ra): The Man Who Shook The Throne

There is no other man from the Ansar who commanded greater respect and authority from the Prophet ﷺ and his companions, and no other man about whom it was said the throne of Allah shook at his death.

Mar 10, 202256 minEp. 74

Usayd Ibn Hudayr (ra): Transformed by the Quran

From the moment he heard the Quran, his face changed and his heart turned towards Allah and his messenger ﷺ in a way that made him beloved to the righteous in the heavens and in the earth.

Mar 02, 202250 minEp. 73

As’ad Ibn Zurara (ra): The First Convert of Madinah

As’ad Ibn Zurarar is the young chief who paved the way for the Ansar to embrace their Prophet ﷺ and became the ultimate “first” in almost every category from the people of Madinah.

Feb 24, 202240 minEp. 72

Loving the Ansar

What made the Ansar the most beloved of people to the Prophet ﷺ, and what is the history behind this blessed group?

Feb 16, 20221 hr 10 minEp. 71

New! Sincerely Yours, a talk show by Yaqeen Institute!

Access the new podcast channel here ! https://yqn.io/sincerely-yours-podcast Did you ever wish you knew the scholars, preachers and teachers of Islam better? What if you could get to know on a more personal level? Join me, Sh. Ibrahim Hindy and my co-host Sh. Abdullah Oduro weekly as we bring on different guests, learn their stories, the challenges they face and share a laugh or two! Catch the talk-show weekly on live on YouTube every Wednesday 7pm EST or on your favorite podcast channel! https:...

Jan 19, 202230 sec

Amir Ibn Fuhayra (ra): The Guide on the Hijrah

Amir Ibn Fuhayra (ra) was the one man who was with the Prophet ﷺ and Abu Bakr (ra) throughout the Hijrah, and was lifted to the heavens while the enemy looked on.

Dec 15, 202117 minEp. 67

Rayta Bint Al-Harith (ra): Poisoned on the Way

Rayta Bint Al-Harith is a woman we know very little about. She is one who embodies the struggle of those who died on their way to the promised land of Madinah.

Dec 01, 202111 minEp. 65

Ukasha ibn al-Mihsan (ra): He Beat You To It

Ukasha (ra) is synonymous with the idea of being ahead of the bunch. Learn about how he reached this position over time with an attitude of excellence.

Nov 03, 202114 minEp. 61

Abdullah Ibn Jahsh (ra): An Accepted Prayer

Abdullah Ibn Jahsh (ra) was the first Ameer in Islam and the only man to be buried in the same grave as Hamza (ra) in Uhud. Tune in to episode 58 with Dr. Omar Suleiman.

Oct 12, 202117 minEp. 58
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