How does Allah let you know that He's pleased with you? How can we celebrate Eid when our ummah is suffering? What is true victory? Join Shaykha Muslema Purmul with hosts Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Abdullah Oduro as they reflect on Juz 30 of the Qur'an, discussing the full-circle parallels between the first and last juz, the journey of a believer, what victory in Islam truly is—especially in light of Palestine, and what our responsibilities are towards our global Muslim family. Download...
Apr 08, 2024•29 min•Transcript available on Metacast How can understanding Allah’s blessings and provision on earth increase us in the afterlife? How can reflecting on your own creation give you a stronger sense of purpose? How can we understand God’s dominion and connect it with His Mercy? Join Sh. Mowlid Ali with hosts Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Abdullah Oduro as they reflect on Juz 29 of the Qur’an, discussing the humble beginnings of the creation of man, our vulnerability and reliance on Allah, and Allah’s total Dominion over all things. Downlo...
Apr 07, 2024•29 min•Transcript available on Metacast What is the key to success? What does Allah categorize as distractions from Him? How do you know if you’re a hypocrite or a believer? Join Mufti Abdul Wahab Waheed with hosts Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Abdullah Oduro as they reflect on Juz 28 of the Qur’an, discussing the state of the heart, dhikr, and where true success comes from. Download our FREE eBook: “Qur’an 30 for 30: Thematic Tafsir” here: https://yqn.io/6853a9
Apr 06, 2024•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast What does the reward of excellence (ihsan) look like? How is patience a form of excellence? How can we see Allah’s Mercy in everything, even in difficulty? What is the greatest gift from God? Join Dr. Suzy Ismail with hosts Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Abdullah Oduro as they reflect on Juz 27 of the Qur’an, discussing excellence, patience, and how the Qur’an is our greatest blessing. Download our FREE eBook: “Qur’an 30 for 30: Thematic Tafsir” here: https://yqn.io/6853a9...
Apr 05, 2024•27 min•Transcript available on Metacast What is real iman ? What does being “religious” truly mean? How can a sinner hope for reward in Ramadan? Join Imam Hanif Fouse with hosts Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Abdullah Oduro as they reflect on Juz 26 of the Qur’an, discussing what sets true believers apart from unrepentant sinners, the fairness of Allah, guidance, the link between truthfulness, faith, and scholarship, and how connecting with Divine Revelation shapes us. Download our FREE eBook: “Qur’an 30 for 30: Thematic Tafsir” here: http...
Apr 04, 2024•26 min•Transcript available on Metacast Why does Allah give His Mercy to some people more than others? Am I worthy of the provisions that Allah has given me? How do I increase my rizq? Join Sh. Atef Maghoub with hosts Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Abdullah Oduro as they reflect on Juz 25 of the Qur’an, discussing the meaning of rizq, setting intentions, fighting your nafs, and understanding the true nature of Ar-Razzaq. Download our FREE eBook: “Qur’an 30 for 30: Thematic Tafsir” here: https://yqn.io/6853a9...
Apr 03, 2024•31 min•Transcript available on Metacast What are the false gods we see in the world today? What does it mean to have istiqamah, or steadfastness? What happens when you put God first? Join Imam Wesley Abu Sumayyah Lebron with hosts Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Abdullah Oduro as they reflect on Juz 24 of the Qur’an, discussing the ulterior motives—and absolute powerlessness—of false gods, the effect of internalizing that Allah is sufficient, and the impossible blessings of steadfastness in this life and the next. Download our FREE eBook: “...
Apr 02, 2024•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast Why is it so important to take responsibility for your actions and not blame others? What can Ibrahim (AS) and Ismail (AS) teach us about father-son relationships? How did Allah send us guidance not just through the prophets but their individual stories? What causes the heart to accept Islam? Join Sh. Abdirahman Kariye with hosts Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Abdullah Oduro as they reflect on Juz 23 of the Qur’an, discussing how to be grateful to God, having a soft heart, the story of Abraham and Is...
Apr 01, 2024•27 min•Transcript available on Metacast How can I be truly content? Why are my blessings being taken away from me? What does Allah’s name Al-Ghaniyy mean? Join Imam Abdullah Smith with hosts Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Abdullah Oduro as they reflect on Juz 22 of the Qur’an, discussing our need for God the Self-Sufficient, accountability, gratefulness, and the effect sins have on our blessings. Download our FREE eBook: “Qur’an 30 for 30: Thematic Tafsir” here: https://yqn.io/6853a9...
Mar 31, 2024•24 min•Transcript available on Metacast How can I remember Allah in times of both safety and danger? How can recognizing my weakness and vulnerability make me a stronger believer? Join Sh. Mikaeel Ahmed Smith with hosts Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Abdullah Oduro as they reflect on Juz 21 of the Qur'an, discussing thanking God for our blessings, asking God for help, weakness and vulnerability in humans, and why we need God. Download our FREE eBook: “Qur’an 30 for 30: Thematic Tafsir” here: https://yqn.io/6853a9...
Mar 31, 2024•29 min•Transcript available on Metacast Why do I face hardships? What am I supposed to get out of the test Allah has given me? Is it too late for me to turn back to Allah? Join Ustadha Fatima Lette with hosts Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Abdullah Oduro as they reflect on Juz 20 of the Qur'an, discussing the purpose of trials (and life) and what makes it all worth it in the end, how to get closer to God as a result of them, the importance of gratitude in navigating life, the hope that Allah gives us, and what to focus on in the last ...
Mar 29, 2024•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast Do I have anything to do with the poverty around me? How can I rely on Allah and keep striving, even when all seems hopeless? Why did Allah give power to tyrants? Join Ustadha Youssra Kandil with hosts Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Abdullah Oduro as they reflect on Juz 19 of the Qur’an, discussing the qualities and lessons that can be learned from the stories of Musa (AS) and Pharaoh, and that of Sulayman (AS) and the ants, including being sincere in your help towards others, humbling yourself befor...
Mar 28, 2024•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast How can Allah put righteous people through such painful trials? How do I deal with losing a loved one? How does grief change a person and those around them? What can I do to build trust in Allah’s timing and qadar? Join Ustadha Lobna Mulla with hosts Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Abdullah Oduro as they reflect on Juz 18 of the Qur’an, discussing the beautiful characteristics of the prophets, worshipping false gods and material things, trusting Allah and His Wisdom, and finding strength in Him in gri...
Mar 27, 2024•27 min•Transcript available on Metacast How can I have patience in difficult times? How do I hold myself accountable (do muhasabah )? How can I find comfort in God in even the most difficult of circumstances? Join Sh. AbdulNasir Jangda with hosts Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Abdullah Oduro as they reflect on Juz 17 of the Qur’an, discussing servitude to Allah, the story of Ibrahim (AS) when he was cast into the fire and the miracles of Allah, how to exercise self-accountability (muhasabah), and discussing the true meaning of hasbunallah ...
Mar 26, 2024•29 min•Transcript available on Metacast What's the most important thing to do when you want to come back to Allah? How do you deal with the unknown? How do you stop yourself from being held hostage by grief? Why don't you know your decree? Join Sh. Yaser Birjas with hosts Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Abdullah Oduro as they reflect on Juz 16 of the Qur'an, discussing the story of Musa (as), how everything in life ties into the examples in the story of Khidr in Surah Kahf, the difference between qada and qadar, the power to ...
Mar 25, 2024•29 min•Transcript available on Metacast How does God execute His decrees? Is extravagance haram, even if I can afford it? What’s the best investment I can make in this life and the next? Join Mufti Abdul Rahman Waheed with hosts Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Abdullah Oduro to reflect on Juz 15 of the Qur’an, focusing on accepting God’s Will, how qadar manifests itself, frivolous spending, and doing good deeds. Download our FREE eBook: “Qur’an 30 for 30: Thematic Tafsir” here: https://yqn.io/6853a9...
Mar 24, 2024•29 min•Transcript available on Metacast How can a Merciful God punish us? What does it mean to do something solely for the sake of Allah? How can appreciating beauty increase my iman? Join Sh. Ammar AlShukry with hosts Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Abdullah Oduro as they reflect on Juz 14 of the Qur’an, discussing God’s mercy, sincerity in actions, and the beauty of His creation. Download our FREE eBook: “Qur’an 30 for 30: Thematic Tafsir” here: https://yqn.io/6853a9
Mar 23, 2024•25 min•Transcript available on Metacast Why is gratitude an important characteristic to have? What does God say about forgiving others? How do I deal with betrayal? Join Sh. Ahmed Billoo with hosts Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Abdullah Oduro as they reflect on Juz 13 of the Qur’an, discussing the virtuous characteristics of Prophet Yusuf (AS), including the power of gratitude, forgiving others, how to deal with betrayal, and the importance of family ties and maintaining sibling relationships. Download our FREE eBook: “Qur’an 30 for 30: T...
Mar 22, 2024•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast How do I cope with hardship? How do I stop being miserable? If my rizq is already written, does that mean I can sit back and let it come to me? How do I trust God? Why should I? How does all of this tie to predestination? And tawhid? Tawakkul? Join Dr. Shadee Elmasry with hosts Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Abdullah Oduro as they reflect on Juz 12 of the Qur’an, discussing the stories of Yusuf (as) and Musa (as), being hopeful and grateful during hardships, how to utilize God’s provisions, the mind-...
Mar 21, 2024•27 min•Transcript available on Metacast If I’m rewarded for just wanting to do a good deed, what if I sin, and I deeply regret it? What does it mean to sacrifice comfort? What are the things that weigh you down and are keeping you from Allah? Join Sh. Suleiman Hani and hosts Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Abdullah Oduro as they reflect on Juz 11 of the Qur’an, discussing the context of the believers in Surah at-Tawbah, keeping the afterlife in mind, trusting in God, and embracing positive discomfort. Download our FREE eBook: “Qur’an 30 for...
Mar 20, 2024•29 min•Transcript available on Metacast Why is it so easy for some people to respond to the call of Allah but not others? How can a Merciful God punish people? Everyone wants to be happy, but how can you actually find that happiness and contentment? Join Dr. Hassan Elwan with hosts Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Abdullah Oduro as they reflect on Juz 10 of the Qur'an, extracting beautiful gems on hope and fear of God, what it means to have tawakkul, the motivation to do the right things, predestination, and where contentment truly lies...
Mar 19, 2024•30 min•Transcript available on Metacast We know that faith and taqwa (God consciousness) benefit us in the hereafter, but how do they benefit us in this world? How can mindfulness increase our obedience to Allah? When we feel so crushed by our enemies, how can we achieve psychological victory to give us resolve to keep fighting? Join Dr. Osman Umarji with hosts Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Abdullah Oduro as they reflect on Juz 9 of the Qur'an, discussing our covenant with God, mindfulness as a means to uncover the truth, and the les...
Mar 18, 2024•29 min•Transcript available on Metacast Why are some people saved while others aren't? What does divine guidance truly mean? Why is contentment and clarity important for da'wah? Join Ustadha Zaynab Ansari with hosts Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Abdullah Oduro as they reflect on Juz 8 of the Qur'an, focusing on Surah al-An'am verses 111, 144, and 153. In this session, they discuss concerns about predestination, salvation, what guidance feels like, and finding peace in the fact that God is All-Knowing. Download our FREE...
Mar 18, 2024•27 min•Transcript available on Metacast Why is Allah testing me with something so difficult? How can the knowledge of good and evil help me ponder my own life? How do I deal with mockery of Allah and Islam? How can I submit to God when I don't have all the answers? Join Mufti Hussain Kamani with hosts Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Abdullah Oduro as they reflect on Juz 7 of the Qur'an, discussing the divine wisdom of Allah's tests and blessings, understanding good and evil, how to deal with mockery of Allah and religion, as ...
Mar 17, 2024•29 min•Transcript available on Metacast Why is God punishing me? How does He balance His Mercy and His Justice? What does the story of Jesus, or Isa (as), son of Mary, or Maryam (as), have to do with arrogance and humility? Join Sh. Majed Mahmoud with hosts Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Abdullah Oduro as they reflect on Juz 6 of the Qur'an, discussing divine Justice, Allah's correction of the Christian understanding of Jesus, the Bani Isra'il, and what it means to be a humble slave of Allah. Download our FREE eBook: “Qur’an...
Mar 16, 2024•29 min•Transcript available on Metacast At what point does the gratitude for faith and its restrictions overshadow the fear of missing out? Can someone be righteous to a fault? What does it mean to be a good person? Join Sh. Mohammad Elshinawy with hosts Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Abdullah Oduro as they reflect on Juz 5 of the Qur'an, discussing characteristics that would save you from punishment, the idea of true righteousness, and the foundations of being good. Download our FREE eBook: “Qur’an 30 for 30: Thematic Tafsir” here: h...
Mar 15, 2024•29 min•Transcript available on Metacast What is the real meaning of success? What's the difference between the charity of a believer and a disbeliever? And when you're overwhelmed by your sins, how do you hold on to the rope of Allah? Join Dr. Tamara Gray with hosts Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Abdullah Oduro as they reflect on Juz 4 of the Qur'an, discussing sincerity, the rope of Allah, the power of hope, and making the most of Ramadan. Download our FREE eBook: “Qur’an 30 for 30: Thematic Tafsir” here: https://yqn.io/685...
Mar 13, 2024•29 min•Transcript available on Metacast If Allah says that He doesn't test souls beyond their scope, then why does it feel like Allah is testing me with heavy burdens that I can't handle? How is God's Power manifested in the way He grants authority to whom He wills, even in the case of oppressors like Fir'aun? Why can't I just "live my truth"? Join Dr. Tesneem Alkiek with hosts Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Abdullah Oduro as they reflect on Juz 3 of the Qur'an, discussing the capacity we have for fa...
Mar 13, 2024•29 min•Transcript available on Metacast How does the Qur'an explain hardships and the things we dislike? How do we understand the suffering of the Muslims in Gaza and the world over? In Surah Baqarah, what does ""purchasing error in exchange for guidance"" mean? Join Imam Tom Facchine with hosts Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Abdullah Oduro as they reflect on Juz 2 of the Qur'an, discussing Allah's knowledge and wisdom, what happens when you sell your soul for your desires, what it means to live a princip...
Mar 11, 2024•29 min•Transcript available on Metacast As this blessed month begins and we seek Allah's forgiveness, guidance, and acceptance, there is no better example to turn to than the story of Adam (AS). Adam was inspired with powerful words of forgiveness as he strove to return to Jannah, and to Allah. Join Dr. Omar Suleiman, Sh. Abdullah Oduro, and Dr. Tahir Wyatt as they reflect on Juz 1 of the Qur'an, discussing how the Qur'an is a guidance for mankind, how to ask Allah for guidance, and how to soften your heart and repent f...
Mar 11, 2024•29 min•Transcript available on Metacast