It didn’t start last week. From Isra wal Mi’raj, Umar ibn al-Khattab, and Salahuddin Ayyubi to the Balfour Declaration, the Zionist Movement, the Nakba, and the current siege of Gaza—Palestine’s history is well-documented. Join three Palestinians—Morad Barghouthi, Dania Tbakhi, and Reem Sultan (whose family members were among those killed in the Gaza hospital bombing this week)—as they recount the true story of what is today an occupied land and a traumatized people on the brink of a g_enocide....
Oct 23, 2023•2 hr 30 min•Season 14Ep. 10
The best thing you can do for Palestine right now is to pray, and the best du'a you can make is one that is sincere and heartfelt. But when you've exhausted your own words, turn to the Qur'an and Sunnah. Each is full of resonant du'as that believers have echoed for centuries in their own moments of crisis. As Gaza continues to burn, keep these du’as frequent on your tongue, just as you keep the martyrs and the suffering women, men, and children of the Holy Land in your heart....
Oct 22, 2023•1 hr 29 min•Season 14Ep. 9
Thousands gathered at the national mall between White House and Capitol Hill for Jummah followed by a march. You are alive in this moment of Palestinian catastrophe. You are witnessing a genocide of Gaza. With that witnessing comes a great responsibility.
Oct 22, 2023•23 min•Season 14Ep. 8
Advocacy is exhausting. It demands your energy, passion, and unrelenting focus. It requires you to forgo daily priorities and neglect yourself in pursuit of a greater good. And it’s worth it, because the Palestinian people deserve peace and justice. But in the middle of these moments of crisis, it’s crucial to take care of yourself and maintain extra acts of ‘ibadah. In a dunya filled with suffering and injustice, it’s only in the remembrance of Allah that your heart will find rest....
Oct 20, 2023•39 min•Season 14Ep. 7
Rage. Anger. Hurt. The horrific images, the appalling injustices, and the exposure to propaganda have taken us on an emotional roller coaster. There is a genocide happening before our very eyes, and yet the media is working in full force to uphold lies. We’re waging a battle on multiple fronts: infuriated at the Zionist atrocities and misinformation campaign, enraged at the lack of support for our brothers and sisters, and furious at the feeling of being robbed of a voice. What do we do with thi...
Oct 19, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Season 14Ep. 6
Israel just bombed a hospital into non-existence. Doctors, nurses, infants, orphans, refugees—at least 800 innocents, gone from this world in an instant. But not dead. They are in the Merciful Hands of Allah, receiving the rank and blessings of honored martyrs. They’ve been chosen to be among His shuhada’, and we’ve been chosen to speak out against the ongoing massacre of the Gazan people. Now is the moment for each of us to stand up to an uncaring world and make them see the brutality and horro...
Oct 18, 2023•33 min•Season 14Ep. 5
Dehumanization. Brutalization. Victim-blaming. From the IOF to police brutality, our oppression is undoubtedly connected and undoubtedly devastating. But the outpouring of protests around the world uplift us like nothing else can. In the hundreds of thousands, in cities across the globe, people have been calling on the world to recognize and rectify the tragedy unfolding in Gaza. This collective courage moves mountains. Now is the moment to fulfill our duty as Muslims and stand for justice. Be b...
Oct 17, 2023•1 hr 28 min•Season 14Ep. 4
Palestine is being pulverized while the world watches. Images of our brothers and sisters, most of them children, are flooding our circles, and though we’re sharing them incessantly amidst censorship, pushback, and lies, it feels like shouting into a void. There is collective pain in our global ummah on many levels. How do we deal with the trauma we are witnessing through our screens? How do we cope with feelings of powerlessness, despair, and anguish? How do we cope with the loss of loved ones ...
Oct 17, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Season 14Ep. 3
As we witness the machinery of political and media institutions squarely against the Palestinians, and our own friends and colleagues consuming and parroting the most harmful of propaganda, how do we assure ourselves that we will indeed prevail against it all insha'Allah.
Oct 17, 2023•22 min•Season 14Ep. 2
Dr. Omar Suleiman leads a moving du‘a for our brothers and sisters in Gaza and Palestine.
Oct 17, 2023•33 min•Season 14Ep. 1
Yaqeen is back with an all-new podcast show with Imam Tom Facchine, Dogma Disrupted. Check it out on it's own podcast channel: https://yqn.io/dogma Available on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, or whoever you get your favorite podcasts.
Jun 14, 2023•11 sec
Why do we not feel the same connection to Allah every time we recite or listen to the Qur’an? How can we improve the quality of my connection over time? What can we do to manage feelings of guilt and weakness when reading the Qur’an? In the season finale of Qur’an Convos, Sh. Suleiman Hani talks to Sh. Yasir Fahmy about reaching an elevated spiritual state when engaging with the Qur’an. Sh. Yasir is the first American Azhari to teach in the renowned Al-Azhar Mosque. He is the founder of Propheti...
Nov 01, 2022•34 min•Season 12Ep. 8
Why are some people moved to tears when they read or hear the Qur’an while others have no reaction at all? How should we feel when we hear verses about the afterlife? What should we do when we don’t feel motivated to read or reflect on Allah’s words? In this episode, Sh. Suleiman Hani talks to Dr. Tesneem Alkiek and Dr. Nazir Khan about feeling emotionally moved by the Qur’an. Dr. Tesneem is the Director of Expanded Learning and the Director of Content Strategy at Yaqeen. Dr. Nazir is the Presid...
Oct 25, 2022•50 min•Season 12Ep. 7
How can we make the Qur’an’s stories feel more relatable to our lives? What can we do to always feel like the Qur’an is speaking to us personally? If the Qur’an is meant for everyone, how can we nurture a personal relationship with it? In this episode, Sh. Suleiman Hani talks to Dr. Jinan Yousef and Dr. Osman Umarji about how to feel like the Qur’an is speaking to you directly. Dr. Jinan is a Senior Fellow at Yaqeen and the author of the recently published book, “Reflecting on the Names of Allah...
Oct 18, 2022•47 min•Season 12Ep. 6
What is the difference between reflecting on the Qur’an and understanding its meanings? How can a holistic approach to its meanings be maintained? How can scholarly interpretation of the Qur’an be made more accessible? In this episode, Sh. Suleiman Hani talks to Sh. Osamah Salhia and Ustadha Faatimah Knight about understanding the meanings of the Qur’an. Sh. Osamah is the Imam of the Islamic Center of Passaic County - Clifton Campus. Ustadha Faatimah is a research fellow at Yaqeen and the Commun...
Oct 03, 2022•53 min•Season 12Ep. 4
What is the definition of tadabbur? How can we develop the appropriate seriousness and respect the Qur’an deserves? How can we overcome mental distractions that make it more difficult to reflect deeply? Join author of The Clear Qur'an, Dr. Mustafa Khattab, and host, Sh. Suleiman Hani as they dive into episode 3 of Qur'an Convos: Tadabbur and what about the mindset is needed to start reflecting on Allah’s words. Dr. Mustafa is a scholar, author, imam and chaplain who is known for his tr...
Sep 26, 2022•43 min•Season 12Ep. 3
Why is reading the Qur’an different for us than reading other things? What are the distractions that can steal our attention away from Allah? What can we do to put our hearts in the right state to connect with His Words? In this episode, Sh. Suleiman Hani talks to Dr. Safaruk Chowdhury about overcoming spiritual distractions. Dr. Safaruk is a Research Scholar in Islamic theology and philosophy at the Ibn Rushd Centre of Excellence for Islamic Research. 🎧 Check out our other podcast channels! ▶️...
Sep 19, 2022•44 min•Season 12Ep. 2
What does it mean for the Qur’an to be the “speech of Allah? ” How can our understanding of the Speaker affect our relationship with the Qur’an? How should we think about Allah when we read His words? Join host Sh. Suleiman Hani for the first season of the Qur’an Convos podcast, where he’ll be exploring the topic of tadabbur—deep reflection on the Qur’an—with various scholars and experts. In this episode, Sh. Suleiman sits with Sh. Arsalan Haque and Sh. Jamaal Diwan to discuss the importance of ...
Sep 12, 2022•40 min•Season 12Ep. 1
We are back with a new show straight from Yaqeen's Qur'anic Studies Department! Tune in every Monday starting Sept 12th with host Sh. Suleiman Hani and guests. The Qur’an cannot be understood by skimming a page or half-listening to a recitation. It opens itself to understanding only when we reflect deeply on its verses, themes, and meanings. In this season of Qur’an Convos, we’ll explore how to engage in the many aspects of reflection, from fighting distractions to finding echoes of ou...
Sep 02, 2022•1 min
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 27, 2022•1 hr 12 min
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, 2022•30 sec
How can we become people of Tahajjud? In this episode, Dr. Tamara talks us through several practical tips that will strengthen our ability to wake up, bolster our spiritual strength, and consequently, transform our communities, inshaAllah.
Nov 12, 2021•11 min•Season 10Ep. 6
How can we pray Tahajjud despite our exhaustion? In this episode, Dr. Tamara gives us a new perspective on sleep, as well as some practical tips on developing the keystone habit that can change our lives.
Nov 04, 2021•8 min•Season 10Ep. 5
When is the best time to pray Tahajjud? How many rak’at, or units of prayer, should you perform, and what do they look like? What did the Prophet ﷺ do? In this episode, Dr. Tamara goes through some practical tips to help us perfect our Tahajjud prayer.
Oct 28, 2021•9 min•Season 10Ep. 4
Imam Ash-Shafi’i said, in regard to du’a in Tahajjud, “The arrow that is shot at night doesn’t miss its mark.” Sincere du’a and communication with Allah is an antidote to the difficulties we face as individuals and communities. In this episode, Dr. Tamara encourages us to help build a healthier ummah through regular nightly prayers.
Oct 21, 2021•9 min•Season 10Ep. 3
How does the Qur’an help us understand ourselves and the world we live in? What does life look like through the lens of the Quran? In Season 2 of DoubleTake, host Mohamad Zaoud sits down with scholars and guests to explore how the Qur’an can strengthen our faith and change our perspectives. Check out our dedicated channel below! Apple Google Spotify Other Platforms...
Oct 19, 2021•25 sec
Those who came before us set a brilliant example in their practice of Tahajjud. Dr. Tamara shares a few of their stories in this episode and describes how sincerity, gratitude, and consistency in their nightly prayers can continue to inspire us.
Oct 14, 2021•10 min•Season 10Ep. 2
How did our pious predecessors accomplish so much in their lifetimes and change the world while maintaining a deep connection with the Lord of the Universe? When we look at what fuels their unwavering inner strength and resolve, we see that they were habitual risers for nightly worship. Whether we strive to be like them or are simply looking for strength to make it through another day, tahajjud is prescribed as the best sunnah prayer to perform. Journey with Dr. Tamara Gray to awaken your soul w...
Oct 07, 2021•8 min•Season 10Ep. 1
While we yearn and pray for the day Allah invites us to experience the last pillar (whether or not it is our first visit), we can find solace in a few gifts the Prophet (s) left us: messages that confirm that even when we are far from his land and the land of Ibrahim (a), we can still earn the reward of a fully accepted Hajj through the ordinary deeds that are in extraordinary standing with the Most High.
Jul 19, 2021•12 min•Season 9Ep. 10
A major theme of the Prophet’s directions on how to perform Hajj was flexibility. He knew that, just as Allah never places a burden upon anyone beyond what they can handle, Hajj was also meant to be something every individual could handle. He reminded his Companions to be flexible and to remember that honoring each other was even more important than the holy pilgrimage itself.
Jul 18, 2021•11 min•Season 9Ep. 9
