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Seerah 44: Siege of Taif and Events that Followed

Battle of Taif was in fact an extension of the Battle of Hunain because the majority of the defeated troops of Hawazin and Thaqif went into Taif and fortified themselves within it.   

Very important lessons were learned in the distribution of wealth gained from the spoils of war by the Messenger of Allâh (ﷺ). 

Seerah 43: Aftermath of the Conquest of Makkah and the Battle of Hunain

The conquest of Makkah shocked both the Arabs and other tribes who realized that they were doomed and had to submit to the new situation leaving them with no option but to accept it. However, some of the fierce, powerful "proud tribes" did not submit and favored resistance. Join the speaker as he describes the political aftermath if the Conquest of Makkah and the Battle of Hunain.

Seerah 43: Aftermath of the Conquest of Makkah and the Battle of Hunain

The conquest of Makkah shocked both the Arabs and other tribes who realized that they were doomed and had to submit to the new situation leaving them with no option but to accept it.

However, some of the fierce, powerful "proud tribes" did not submit and favored resistance.

Join the speaker as he describes the political aftermath if the Conquest of Makkah and the Battle of Hunain.

Lessons from Ashura to Elect Leadership to Stop Injustice Today

There are many events in history which have taken place on the day of Ashura, but a very important lesson continues to be overlooked each year. We must not allow this oversight to continue in light of the injustice in the Muslim world and even in our own community here in the west. There is no greater lesson from the martyrdom of Hussain (رضي الله عنه) that we can take then the legitimate process on the election of a leader. As talk surrounds us on removing injustice by electing new leadership, let’s learn from the greatest political lesson from the month of Muharram and specially the day of Ashura.

Lessons from Ashura to Elect Leadership to Stop Injustice Today

There are many events in history which have taken place on the day of Ashura, but a very important lesson continues to be overlooked each year. We must not allow this oversight to continue in light of the injustice in the Muslim world and even in our own community here in the west.

There is no greater lesson from the martyrdom of Hussain (رضي الله عنه) that we can take then the legitimate process on the election of a leader. As talk surrounds us on removing injustice by electing new leadership, let’s learn from the greatest political lesson from the month of Muharram and specially the day of Ashura.

Importance of Aashura (Ashura)- Repost

Clarifying the understanding on Ashura and what its significance from Sharia perspective.

Importance of Ashura- Repost

Clarifying the understanding on Ashura and what its significance from Sharia perspective. -

Reflections on Muharram & The Tragedy at Karbala- Repost

In this month of Muharram,like in any month of the year, there are many important events that took place from which the Muslim generations can learn many lessons. However, today we are going to focus on one of the most important events that took place in this month and on the 10th day of Muharram, and that is the shahdah of the grandson of Rasulallah (saaw), Hussain ibn Ali (rz) and his family and friends at the hands of other Muslims.

This event and the incidents that led up to this tragedy needs to be reflected upon by every Muslim of all times so we can learn valuable lessons from it and refresh our commitment to the obedience of Allah (swt).

Reflections on Muharram & The Tragedy at Karbala- Repost

In this month of Muharram,like in any month of the year, there are many important events that took place from which the Muslim generations can learn many lessons. However, today we are going to focus on one of the most important events that took place in this month and on the 10th day of Muharram, and that is the shahdah of the grandson of Rasulallah (saaw), Hussain ibn Ali (rz) and his family and friends at the hands of other Muslims. This event and the incidents that led up to this tragedy needs to be reflected upon by every Muslim of all times so we can learn valuable lessons from it and refresh our commitment to the obedience of Allah (swt).

How true Independence is Achieved

Independence should not be understood only linguistically, in the sense of "freedom from the direct rule and occupation of foreign entity". The speaker clarifies how we should adopt the essence of independence from the true perspective and what actions Muslims need to take to guarantee ultimate freedom for all Muslim around the world.       -  

Seerah 42: Conquest of Makkah Part 2

In part two of the great Conquest of Makkah, the speaker dwells into the specific actions of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ)'s actions after entering Makkah after the conquest. Join a breathtaking account of the series of events and actions that further solidified the leadership of the ultimate statesmen Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) and is a clear example of what leadership means in Islam.    

Seerah 42: Conquest of Makkah Part 2

In part two of the great Conquest of Makkah, the speaker dwells into the specific actions of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ)'s actions after entering Makkah after the conquest.

Join a breathtaking account of the series of events and actions that further solidified the leadership of the ultimate statesmen Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) and is a clear example of what leadership means in Islam.

Failures in Leadership- Beruit Blast, Babri Masjid & Beyond

The capability to lead is manifested in certain traits that will enable the ruler to fulfill the responsibilities to manage the affairs of the state. The key trait of Taqwa (consciousness of Allah (ﷺ)) protects the leader from the evil of injustice and allows the leader to focus on implementation of the truth(haqq).

Join the speaker as he describes the importance of Taqwa (consciousness of Allah (ﷺ)) in leaders as it relates to the injustices related to the Beirut explosion, Babri Masjid, the Kashmir lock-down, and other injustices affecting Muslims today. 

Failures in Leadership- Beruit Blast, Babri Masjid & Beyond

The capability to lead is manifested in certain traits that will enable the ruler to fulfill the responsibilities to manage the affairs of the state. The key trait of Taqwa (consciousness of Allah (ﷺ)) protects the leader from the evil of injustice and allows the leader to focus on implementation of the truth(haqq). Join the speaker as he describes the importance of Taqwa (consciousness of Allah (ﷺ)) in leaders as it relates to the injustices related to the Beirut explosion, Babri Masjid, the Kashmir lock-down, and other injustices affecting Muslims today.

Seerah 41: Conquest of Makkah Part 1

The great victory for Muslims was the conquest of Makkah, the largest stronghold of the Kufaar at the time.  The Muslim army numbering ten thousand set off from Madinah to conquer Makkah. They eventually reached Marr al-Dahran, which was about five kilometres from Makkah, without the knowledge of the Quraysh. Join a inspiring account in the first part of the series describing the events of this great conquest.

Seerah 41: Conquest of Makkah Part 1

The great victory for Muslims was the conquest of Makkah, the largest stronghold of the Kufaar at the time.  The Muslim army numbering ten thousand set off from Madinah to conquer Makkah. They eventually reached Marr al-Dahran, which was about five kilometres from Makkah, without the knowledge of the Quraysh. 

Join a inspiring account in the first part of the series describing the events of this great conquest.

Eid Al-Adha Khutbah – Pertinent takeaways from Prophet Muhammad’s (ﷺ) Last Khutbah (Sermon)

On the 25 Dhul Qa’dah the Prophet (ﷺ)left Madinah and headed for Makkah to make what was to be his last Hajj. And at the Farewell Speech the Prophet (ﷺ)sat on his camel and addressed the congregation: ‘O People, no prophet or messenger will come after me and no new faith will be born. Reason well, therefore, O People, and understand words which I convey to you. I am leaving you with the Book of Allah (the Quran) and my Sunnah (the life & the actions of the Prophet (ﷺ); if you follow them you will never go astray. All those who listen to me shall pass on my words to others and those to others again; and may the last ones understand my words better than those who listen to me directly.’ On this great day of Eid Al-Adha 2020, the speaker reflects upon the last Khutbah (Sermon) of Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) and discusses key takeaways that are pertinent for today.

Eid Al-Adha Khutbah - Pertinent takeaways from Prophet Muhammad's (ﷺ) Last Khutbah (Sermon)

On the 25 Dhul Qa’dah the Prophet (ﷺ)left Madinah and headed for Makkah to make what was to be his last Hajj. And at the Farewell Speech the Prophet (ﷺ)sat on his camel and addressed the congregation:

 

‘O People, no prophet or messenger will come after me and no new faith will be born. Reason well, therefore, O People, and understand words which I convey to you. I am leaving you with the Book of Allah (the Quran) and my Sunnah (the life & the actions of the Prophet (ﷺ); if you follow them you will never go astray. All those who listen to me shall pass on my words to others and those to others again; and may the last ones understand my words better than those who listen to me directly.’

 

On this great day of Eid Al-Adha 2020, the speaker reflects upon the last Khutbah (Sermon) of Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) and discusses key takeaways that are pertinent for today.

Hajj & Eid Al-Adha

Speaker (Abu Talha) connects the story of the sacrifice commanded of Ibrahim Alayhi As-Salaam by Allah swt to that of the slaughter of our Muslim children around the world.           --  

Hajj & Sacred Muslim Blood

Makkah serves as a place of refuge for all Muslims. In this talk, Abu Talha discusses how Muslims are in need of a system which they can be rescued by more than ever due to the various injustices inflicted upon the Ummah.         -- -

Lessons from the Life of Prophet Ibrahim (Alayhi As Salaam)

An analysis of key incidents in the life of Prophet Ibrahim (Alayhi As-Salaam) with focus on connecting those lessons to today's life in the first ten days of first 10 days of dhul hijjah.

Hajj:The Pillar & Structure of Islam

Sadness fills our heart as we see the house of Allah scarcely populated during this years Hajj. When we conceptualize the structure of the house of Allâh (ﷺ), with pillars, walls, and so on, we can find similarities in this structure to that of our Islamic personality.The five pillars of Islam provide a sturdy frame, however a house cannot be complete with just pillars alone. The speaker, Abu Talha, discusses the essential elements which we must work towards to build, maintain, and improve our Islamic personality.

Hajj:The Pillar & Structure of Islam

Sadness fills our heart as we see the house of Allah scarcely populated during this years Hajj.

 

When we conceptualize the structure of the house of Allâh (ﷺ), with pillars, walls, and so on, we can find similarities in this structure to that of our Islamic personality.The five pillars of Islam provide a sturdy frame, however a house cannot be complete with just pillars alone.

 

The speaker, Abu Talha, discusses the essential elements which we must work towards to build, maintain, and improve our Islamic personality.

Aya Sophia - The Growing Islamic Sentiment

The Turkish Supreme Court decision to reverse the conversion of Aya Sophia from a museum to a mosque created a firestorm of mixed sentiments and accusations - accusations, which require to be clarified and contextualized to the wider issue of the growing aspiration of Muslims to live by Islam.

Source: https://youtu.be/kqwC7nkMGWQ 

Aya Sophia – The Growing Islamic Sentiment

The Turkish Supreme Court decision to reverse the conversion of Aya Sophia from a museum to a mosque created a firestorm of mixed sentiments and accusations - accusations, which require to be clarified and contextualized to the wider issue of the growing aspiration of Muslims to live by Islam. Source: https://youtu.be/kqwC7nkMGWQ

Seerah 40: Minor Ghazawat – Umrah – the Battle Mutah

Having subdued two powerful sides of the Confederates coalition, the Prophet (ﷺ) started preparations to discipline the third party, i.e. the desert Bedouins, who took Najd for habitation, and continued in their usual practices of looting and plundering. Unlike the Jews of Khaibar and people of Makkah, they had a liking for living in the wilderness dispersed in scattered spots, hence the difficulty of bringing them under control, and the futility of carrying out deterrent campaigns against them. However, the Prophet (ﷺ) was determined to put an end to this unacceptable situation and called the Muslims around him to get ready to launch a decisive campaign against those harassing rebels. When Dhul Qa'da month approached towards the close of the seventh year A.H., the Prophet (ﷺ) ordered his people, and the men who witnessed Al-Hudaibiyah Truce Treaty in particular, to make preparations to perform 'Umrah (lesser pilgrimage). The Battle of Mu’tah was the most significant and the fiercest battle during the lifetime of the Messenger of Allâh (ﷺ), a preliminary and a prelude to the great conquests of the land of the Christians.

Seerah 40: Minor Ghazawat- Umrah - the Battle Mawtah

Having subdued two powerful sides of the Confederates coalition, the Prophet (ﷺ) started preparations to discipline the third party, i.e. the desert Bedouins, who took Najd for habitation, and continued in their usual practices of looting and plundering. Unlike the Jews of Khaibar and people of Makkah, they had a liking for living in the wilderness dispersed in scattered spots, hence the difficulty of bringing them under control, and the futility of carrying out deterrent campaigns against them. However, the Prophet (ﷺ) was determined to put an end to this unacceptable situation and called the Muslims around him to get ready to launch a decisive campaign against those harassing rebels.

 

When Dhul Qa'da month approached towards the close of the seventh year A.H., the Prophet (ﷺ) ordered his people, and the men who witnessed Al-Hudaibiyah Truce Treaty in particular, to make preparations to perform 'Umrah (lesser pilgrimage).

 

The Battle of Mu’tah was the most significant and the fiercest battle during the lifetime of the Messenger of Allâh (ﷺ), a preliminary and a prelude to the great conquests of the land of the Christians.

Chicago and other US Cities in Crisis- One Bloody Day after Another

Chicago’s violence continues at this pace, it will be unfathomable!  Other US cities are not far behind.  The county’s morgue fills up.   Children lie in coffins.   American cities face a daunting rebuilding job in the wake of the civil unrest sparked by the death of George Floyd and the economic toll of the Coronavirus. What is the cause and the solution? 

Chicago and other US Cities in Crisis- One Bloody Day after Another

Chicago’s violence continues at this pace, it will be unfathomable!  Other US cities are not far behind.  The county’s morgue fills up.   Children lie in coffins.   American cities face a daunting rebuilding job in the wake of the civil unrest sparked by the death of George Floyd and the economic toll of the Coronavirus.

 

What is the cause and the solution? 

Seerah 39: Carrying of the Message of Islam outside the Arabian Peninsula

Late in the sixth year A.H., on his return from Hudaibiyah, the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) decided to send messages to the kings beyond Arabia calling them to Islam.   An in-depth look at the wording and the subsequent response is discussed understanding the implication on the spread of Islam beyond the Arabian Peninsula.

 

The actions taken by the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ)clearly indicate that he(saw) was a messenger for all mankind and that as Muslims we are bound to follow the method that the Messenger of Allah(ﷺ) followed. 

Has Colonialism Ended?

On the back of the global momentum of the Black Lives Matter movement, the specter of the brutal history of colonialism has raised its ugly head. The question remains whether Colonialism is something of the past or still firmly exists today.       --  

Has Colonialism Ended

On the back of the global momentum of the Black Lives Matter movement, the specter of the brutal history of colonialism has raised its ugly head. 

The question remains whether Colonialism is something of the past or still firmly exists today.

Seerah 38: Aftermath of Treaty of Hudaybiyyah and Battle of Khaybar

Al-Hudaibiyah Truce marked a new phase in the process of Islamic action and life of the Muslims.  A series of events confirmed the profound wisdom and splendid results of the peace treaty which Allâh (ﷺ)called “a manifest victory”. Quraish had recognized the legitimate Muslims’ existence on the scene of political life in Arabia, and began to deal with the believers on equal terms. Quraish in the light of the articles of the treaty, had indirectly relinquished its claim to religious leadership, and admitted that they were no longer interested in people other than Quraish, and washed their hands of any sort of intervention in the religious future of the Arabian Peninsula. The speaker systematically confirms the treaty of Al-Hudaibiyah was a treaty of victory for the Muslims leading up to the Battle of Khaibar.

What is a righteous deed?

As individuals, we have goals that we seek to achieve each day of our lives, whether in our education, at work, at home, with our family or children, or other aspects of our life.

Indeed, as Muslims we understand that these goals are meant to be achieved through our actions consistent with Islam known as "righteous deeds".

The speaker answers the very important question about what is a righteous deed.

What is a righteous deed?

As individuals, we have goals that we seek to achieve each day of our lives, whether in our education, at work, at home, with our family or children, or other aspects of our life. Indeed, as Muslims we understand that these goals are meant to be achieved through our actions consistent with Islam known as "righteous deeds". The speaker answers the very important question about what is a righteous deed.

Seerah 38: Aftermath of Treaty of Hudaybiyyah and Battle of Khaybar

Al-Hudaibiyah Truce marked a new phase in the process of Islamic action and life of the Muslims.  A series of events confirmed the profound wisdom and splendid results of the peace treaty which Allâh (ﷺ)called “a manifest victory”.

Quraish had recognized the legitimate Muslims’ existence on the scene of political life in Arabia, and began to deal with the believers on equal terms.

Quraish in the light of the articles of the treaty, had indirectly relinquished its claim to religious leadership, and admitted that they were no longer interested in people other than Quraish, and washed their hands of any sort of intervention in the religious future of the Arabian Peninsula.

The speaker systematically confirms the treaty of Al-Hudaibiyah was a treaty of victory for the Muslims leading up to the Battle of Khaibar.

The Annexation of the West Bank

The blessed land of Palestine is never far from the hearts of the Muslims, irrespective of their own situation. The call for the annexation of the West Bank has further stressed the need for the Muslims to respond for the liberation of the whole of Palestine.         --

The Annexation of the West Bank

The blessed land of Palestine is never far from the hearts of the Muslims, irrespective of their own situation. The call for the annexation of the West Bank has further stressed the need for the Muslims to respond for the liberation of the whole of Palestine.

Seerah 37: The Treaty of Hudaibiyah (Al-Hudaybiyah)

The illuminating account and analysis from Treaty of Al-Hudaybiyah establishes many lessons for Muslims today as they proceed towards carrying the message of Islam to the world.           - -  

Seerah 37: The Treaty of Hudaibiyah

The illuminating account and analysis from Treaty of Al-Hudaybiyah establishes many lessons for Muslims today as they proceed towards carrying the message of Islam to the world.

Family, July 4th & Fire

A intense reflection on Family, the Fourth of July, and Fire.       . . .

Family, July 4th & Fire

A intense reflection on Family, the Fourth of July, and Fire!

 

Seerah 36: The Battle of Banu Mustaliq and Treacherous Role Munifiqeen

Though militarily it did not assume its full dimension, the Bani Al-Mustaliq (Muraisi‘) Ghazwah had certain implications that brought about a state of turbulence within the Islamic State, and resulted in disgracefulness to the hypocrites. Moreover, it entailed enactment of consolidating legislation that attached an impression of nobility,dignity and purity of Islam to the Islamic community. Abdullah bin Ubai, a terrible hypocrite was full of resentment against Islam and the Muslims because he believed that the Prophet (ﷺ) had dispossessed him of his leadership over Al-Aws and Al-Khazraj, two clans already agreed on the Prophethood of Muhammad (ﷺ) and his leadership over them.

Seerah 36: The Battle of Banu Mustaliq and Treacherous Role Munifiqeen

Though militarily it did not assume its full dimension, the Bani Al-Mustaliq (Muraisi‘) Ghazwah had certain implications that brought about a state of turbulence within the Islamic State, and resulted in disgracefulness to the hypocrites. Moreover, it entailed enactment of consolidating legislation that attached an impression of nobility,dignity and purity of Islam to the Islamic community.

Abdullah bin Ubai, a terrible hypocrite was full of resentment against Islam and the Muslims because he believed that the Prophet (ﷺ) had dispossessed him of his leadership over Al-Aws and Al-Khazraj, two clans already agreed on the Prophethood of Muhammad (ﷺ) and his leadership over them.

Seerah 35: The Response of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ)to the betrayal of Banu Qurayza

The response of the Prophet (ﷺ)to the betrayal of Banu Qurayza is mistakenly talked about as an incident where the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) acted brutally and Islam is mistakenly referred to as a religion of war and barbarism. The speaker uncovers the truth and exposes the reality of the incident in light of the authentic historical sources and detailed analysis of the events. Furthermore, the speaker clearly outlines the treatment of non-Muslims living under Islamic rule.

Seerah 35: The Response of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ)to the betrayal of Banu Qurayza

The response of the Prophet (ﷺ)to the betrayal of Banu Qurayza is mistakenly talked about as an incident where the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) acted brutally and Islam is mistakenly referred to as a religion of war and barbarism.  

The speaker uncovers the truth and exposes the reality of the incident in light of the authentic historical sources and detailed analysis of the events.

Furthermore, the speaker clearly outlines the treatment of non-Muslims living under Islamic rule.

The Response of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ)to the betrayal of Banu Qurayza

The response of the Prophet (ﷺ)to the betrayal of Banu Qurayza is mistakenly talked about as an incident where the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) acted brutally and Islam is mistakenly referred to as a religion of war and barbarism.  

The speaker uncovers the truth and exposes the reality of the incident in light of the authentic historical sources and detailed analysis of the events.

Furthermore, the speaker clearly outlines the treatment of non-Muslims living under Islamic rule.

Al-Wala Wal-Bara -Loving and Hating for Allâh (ﷺ) Sake

The loyalty of Muslims is constantly in the spotlight. This brings to the forefront the importance of understanding the notion of Al-Wala Wal-Bara for both the Muslims and those seeking and expecting the loyalty from Muslims.

Al-Wala Wal-Bara -Loving and Hating for Allâh (ﷺ) Sake

The loyalty of Muslims is constantly in the spotlight. This brings to the forefront the importance of understanding the notion of Al-Wala Wal-Bara for both the Muslims and those seeking and expecting the loyalty from Muslims.

What is Systemic Racism?

Oftentimes, words and phrases are used without comprehensively understanding what they mean. "Systemic Racism" What is it? What does it mean? What is the solution?