Islam Podcasts

Navigating the Path to Justice

An explosion struck Monday in a Masjid in the northwestern Pakistani city of Peshawar.

The previous week in Jenin, traumatized and afraid Muslims are still reeling from the Zionist raid.

Where and how can Muslim around the world seek Justice?

Join the Sheik as he explains the fundamental solution for navigating a path to Justice for all of mankind.

Let’s Solve the World’s Problems

Killing and bloodshed witnessed in Jenin and Palestine. 

Death from freezing cold in Afghanistan.

Tyre Nichols' brutal beating by police

All the above-mentioned incidents from the past week have definite solutions!    
Join the sheik as he identifies the root cause and the solutions.

Defeating Jahiliyyah Ignorance - What exactly is there to defeat

Defeating Jahiliyyah(ignorance) is often interpreted as overcoming this state of ignorance and embracing the teachings of Islam bringing him closer to attaining the pleasure of Allah(swt).

But what is there to defeat and how can it be defeated?

Join the sheik as he details point by point on acknowledging and successfully defeating Jahiliyyah.

Youth Presentation -Do I fear Allah swt like I fear Spiders

Becoming a Al-Muttaqun (the believers with Taqwa (piety))), or a person who fears and obeys Allah, is the goal of every Muslim.

 

What is the concept of “Fear” when it comes to Allah(swt)? 

Is it the same “fear” when we consider things like “fear of heights” or “fear of spiders” or even “fear of punishment”?

 

Join the Youth speaker as he provides the correct understanding of fear of Allah(swt).

Carrying the Legacy to the West

The legacy of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) was to carry the message of Islam to all of humanity.  No one can deny that Rasool Allah (saw) completed this task in the absolute best manner.

This precocious responsibility falls upon Muslims in the West. 

• How are we to achieve success among challenges?
• What criteria should we use?
• How should we prepare ourselves to convey in the best manner?

Answers are clearly provided by the speaker with clear evidences and examples.

New Year- Same Racism

New Year- Same Racism

The largest poll of its kind conducted to date,  “Discrimination in America” focuses on personal experiences with discrimination across more than a dozen areas of daily life.

Key Findings:

• Nearly half (45%) of African Americans experienced racial discrimination when trying to rent an apartment or buy a home.
• 18% of Asian Americans say they have experienced discrimination when interacting with police. Indian-Americans are much more likely than Chinese-Americans to report unfair police stops or treatment.
• Nearly 1 in 5 Latinos have avoided medical care due to concern of being discriminated against or treated poorly.
• 41% of women report being discriminated against in equal pay and promotion opportunities.

(Source: Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and National Public Radio (NPR))

The year is new, but racism is not.  Join the speaker as he explains how Islam has the answer.

Being Time Conscious

 

End of Semester… No more tests, homework, class! Freedom to do what you want when you want! 

Join us as the sheik explains the importance of being time conscious as students take a break during t heir holidays.

Flashes of Unity at the World Cup

In the Muslim World where the thought of unity is met with “Unity of the Muslims is not possible”, it was refreshing to see Muslims around the world be proud of the Moroccan football team running to their mothers to celebrate wins, making sajda (prostrating) to Allah (swt), reciting Sura Fatiha before that penalty shootout against Spain and chanting for Palestine.

At the core of these celebrations, there is something more important than fantastic plays or unbelievable goals.

Join the sheik as he explains what has happened during the World Cup and what is yet to come for our Ummah.

Explaining Islam to Christians- Masjid Visit

Often times Muslims are asked by Christians our Deen (Creed - Way of Life) - Islam.

Join the Sheik as he describes how we Muslims today can accurately convey Islam as did Ja’far ibn Abi Talib, the leader and spokesman of the Muslims who migrated to Abyssinia (Christian Land).

The Rotten Fruit and What it Does!

There is a rotten fruit in the Muslim Ummah that prioritizes Muslims towards attaining the worldly pleasure.

This idea has been penetrating into the minds of this ummah as a slow poison and it’s time to discard it and replace it with the glory of Islam.

Join our Khateeb as we discover the Rotten Fruit, what it does, and most importantly how to effectively discard it.

The Cause & Solution for the Division of the Ummah

The problems stemming from the division of our global Ummah are too many to count. 

Why are we divided?

What causes us to divide?

What can bring us together as one Ummah?

Join the sheik as he clearly explains from the Seerah, the cause, and solution for this great problem in our Ummah.

Kyrie Irving under pressure to Apologize

All eyes and immense media pressure on Muslim Basketball Player Kyrie Irving this week for an apology.

Let’s go beyond the media pressure for condemnation and get to the root of the real problem.

 

For Context: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_aakf4_gEHU

Carrying the Prophetsﷺ Legacy to Attain the Pleasure of Allah swt

There are many great characters in history, but none of their legacies impacted the world nor shaped the politics and lives of nations to the extent that the life and legacy of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. 

Indeed he ﷺ was the most influential man in history!

Join the sheik as he inspires us all as inheritors of this great legacy in transforming this world according to the model our beloved Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.

A detailed Question & Answer Follows Presentation.

What is Hikmah and Where can we Attain it

The word Hikmah is generally translated as into English as “Wisdom”.

However, many times concepts like Hikmah cannot be expressed correctly in English with just one word.  

It’s vital we as Muslims understand what is meant by the word Hikmah and where does the Hikmah come from. 
Join the sheik as he dissects in detail the concept of Hikmah and where we can attain the Hikmah.

 

Surah Al-Buruj- Ultimate Achievement is Attaining the Pleasure of Allah

The most important goal a Muslim aims to achieve in his or her life is the pleasure of Allah.
Whatever comes on our path in life, achieving this goal is what is on our mind when dealing with trials and tribulations of today.

 

Join the speaker as he explains from Surah Al-Buruj what the fate will be of the Believers and what the fate will be of the tyrants & disbelievers.

Surah At-Tin – More than just Meaningful Oaths from Allah(swt)

Surah At-Tin – More than just Meaningful Oaths from Allah(swt)

At first glance, the Mecca Surah at-Tin (The Fig) provides some powerful Oaths from Allah(swt) and gives some insights on the creation of Man. 

However, let’s join the Sheik and look deeply into what the true emphasis and lesson we can take from this short but powerful Surah.

What Have We Gained- What have we Lost

Life is based on gains and losses.

Have we determined the correct mindset to evaluate what we have sought and what we have achieved?"

Join the speaker as we understand our mindset and the set of criteria to evaluate our gains and losses.

Understanding how one Woman’s death in Iran ignited protests around the world

People around the globe react to the death of Mahsa Amini, a young Iranian woman who died in custody for not complying with Iran’s hijab rules.

Let’s join the sheik and fulfill our responsibility as Muslims to understand all the news surrounding the incident and the reaction around the world.

Protests against Hijab in Iran -A Women’s Perspective

Bilal Abdul-Kareem from On the Ground News interviews Dr. Nazreen Nawaz, Director of the Women’s Section in the Central Media Office of Hizb ut Tahrir, regarding how Muslims should respond to protests against the Hijab in Iran.

 

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mbvx02G0FFw

In the name of the Land - Nationalism

In the name of the Land - Nationalism

On September 23, Saudi Arabia celebrated its National Day, marking the unification of the kingdom by King Abdulaziz al-Saud in 1932.

Be it in Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, or any other place where Muslims celebrate, where does the concept of Nationalism fit into Islam?

 

Join the sheik as he explains Nationalism and the Muslim response.

Understanding the violence against Muslims in Leicester UK and other areas

Violence has been escalating for months against Muslims in many parts of the UK.

Join Br. Mazhar Khan as he explains what is going on and the what the response of the Muslims must be.

 

Source: https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=3242030959371180&id=714726773&sfnsn=wiwspwa&extid=a

Role of the Scholar and our Responsibility

The Ummah today more than ever before needs to understand Islam, judge events correctly, and implement the pure Islamic method for solutions. 

Today, turning to Scholars seems to be the most widely used method to help guide our actions.   

Let's reflect on the role of the scholars as well as ourselves on as an Ummah, we answer the events and challenges that we face.

The Queen is Dead: a Muslim’s Response

Queen Elizabeth II, England's(UK) longest-serving monarch, has died at age 96, after reigning for 70 years.

Join the sheik as he discusses death of any soul and the Muslim response specifically to the death of this historical figure.

What To Know About Pakistan’s Catastrophic Floods

Pakistan is grappling with its worst flooding in living memory. A staggering one-third of the country was underwater as of this week, with more than 30 million people affected over the last few weeks—killing at least 1,100 civilians and pushing almost half a million people into relief camps. U.N.

Politicians have described it as a “monsoon on steroids” that “requires urgent, collective action.”

Like all Muslim lands where problems occur, most are not unknown to occur or sudden, but are a result of years of systematic failures.

Join the sheik as he encourages support of our Muslim brothers and sisters living in Pakistan on how to alleviate the suffering now and into the future.

Understanding the means of Guidance -Surah An-Najm 1-23

As Muslims we are aware since the creation of the world, the struggle against Truth and Falsehood, between Light and Darkness, between Guidance and Misguidance continues will continue until the end of life for all.

The question then becomes what are the means through which Muslims receive and implement guidance.

Join the sheik as he expertly conveys through the examples in Surah An-Najm (1-23) of what Allah (swt) wants from us in today's reality.

Viewpoint and Lessons to be Learned from the Karbala Tragedy

The horrific event at Karbala is one of the saddest moments in the history of Islam and it has always brought tears to the eyes of the Muslims. 

On the one hand, this episode shook the Muslim World at that time, while on the other hand, it offers a very important lesson for the Ummah today.

Let's arrive at the correct viewpoint and understand the lessons offered by the sheik on this historic event in light of Islamic principles.

Are Modern Nation States Helping or Hurting the Ummah?

Bilal Abdul Kareem interviews Taji Mustafa on the subject of Nation States and their value.  

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xqQwzj0mnVc 

A Forgotten Lesson of the 10th of Muharram - Ashura

Muharram is a blessed month, of which the 10th is a unique and important date. Muslims are recommended to fast on the 9th and 10th or the 10th and 11th.

There are many events in Islamic history have taken place on the 10^th of Muharram, but in our time, a very important lesson continues to be overlooked each year.

Join the speaker enlighten us on some vital lesson from Ashura that is most important for our lives today.

A Muslims Back to School Guide-What parents & Students need to know before students return to School

It's almost time for students at all levels in the US to head back to the classroom.

Fears of Active Shooters, Police Brutality, Bullying, and facing un-Islamic concepts are become the norm for parents and students.  

Please join the speaker as he outlines some important steps parent students can take to help navigate and protect our children as they return to school. 

Powerful Spoken Word- From al-Hind to al-Quds

An emotional picture painted by Sami Abu Musa as a spoken word on the situation of our Ummah from al-Hind to al-Quds and a reminder that the Khilafah is coming soon.

 

Connecting the New Year to our Lives

Very often when the marking of the New Year and the Hijrah (migration to Medinah) is discussed, we tend to limit ourselves to the details describing how the Prophet (صلى الله عليه وسلم)hid in a cave or who slept in his (صلى الله عليه وسلم) bed.   This process inevitably diverts us from discussing the true substance of important Islamic events and how it impacts our lives today.

 

Join the speaker as he connects us to the marking of the new year and the Hijrah to our contemporary lives today.

Justice for All

Police in a Chicago suburb punched a subdued a Muslim teenager in the head repeatedly after he fled a traffic stop this past week leaving him hospitalized with internal bleeding. 
A video from a bystander, shared widely on Facebook, begins after the teenager is on the ground and shows two officers throw at least 10 punches at the teenager’s legs and face. One officer appears to press the teen’s head into the concrete as he punches his face several times. 

This is but one of 100's of incidents that occur across the World yet, no one discusses the root cause and most importantly a solution that can provide Justice for All.

Please hear this powerful message from the speaker on the only solution.

Removing the Lines in the Sand

Br. Taji Mustafa gave a powerful and moving address as to what our role is in the global project to liberate the ummah today. 
Speech taken from Hizb ut-tahrir Britain's national conference "From al-Hind to al-Quds".

 

Source: https://youtu.be/gw8OzOX3opw

Special Address to Britain’s Muslim Community

Sheikh Issam Amirah (Hizb ut-Tahrir Palestine) delivers a powerful and motivational message to the participants in Hizb ut-Tahrir Britain's national conference "From Al-Hind to Al-Quds".

The conference took place in London and Birmingham in July 2022.

Source: https://youtu.be/LlQ4CmyZP8I 

Islam’s Melting Pot

Br. Rupon Shahid presents what society and life was like under the Khilafah in the past, and how it will look in the upcoming, second Khilafah Rashidah.

Speech taken from Hizb ut-Tahrir Britain's national conference "From Al-Hind to Al-Quds". 

Source: https://youtu.be/DroH0w6azgo

Heartfelt Message from al-Hind to Muslims of Britian

A heartfelt message directly from India, where the Ummah are attacked by Hindutva mobs, to the participants in Hizb ut-Tahrir Britain's national conference "From Al-Hind to Al-Quds".

The conference took place in London and Birmingham in July 2022.

Source: https://youtu.be/KgsRsMvBoxU 

Nation States An Excuse for Inaction

Dr Nazreen Nawaz delivers an emotive message to the participants in Hizb ut-Tahrir Britain's national conference "From Al-Hind to Al-Quds".

She demonstrates the disasters that have befallen the Ummah due to the nation state model, keeping us weak and divided.

 

Source: https://youtu.be/fY9WA6KBxVA

𝗛𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘁𝘃𝗮 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗭𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗶𝘀𝗺 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗗𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗵 & D𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻

Br. Mazhar Khan explains the death and destruction that both Hindutva and Zionism have caused the Ummah, from al-Hind to al-Quds, to the participants in Hizb ut-Tahrir Britain's national conference.

 

Source: https://youtu.be/FbYQnQmadxA

 

 

Understanding Science and our Islamic Belief

The rise of Science and Technology in the last 50 years has resulted in many youth questioning their religious beliefs and adopting the faith of science.

Join this most beneficial discussion for parents and youth to understand the correct process of thinking of science and our Islamic belief.

Surah an-Naas- Understanding the Context of its Revelation

Understanding the importance of Surah an-Naas in the context that it was revealed provides us with a greater understanding and closeness to our mission as Muslims.

Join us as the sheik explains Surah an-Naas, one of the Surahs referred to as “Al mu'awwidhatayn” (المعوذتان) “the verses of refuge”.

Eid ul-Adha - A Day of Unity and Reflection on the Mission of Muslims

Through the Deen of Islam, the Ummah is forever united by the blessing of Allah (سبحانه وتعالى). 
As we see around the globe, Muslim of all colors and walks of life celebrating one of the great blessings of Allah(سبحانه وتعالى) – Eid ul-Adha! : ٱلْحَمْدُ لِلَّٰهِ‎, al-Ḥamdu lillāh!

Join us on this auspicious occasion of Eid ul-Adha, the khateeb reminds us of the account of Ibrahim & Ismail (alaihi as-salaam) and details the mission of Muslims for saving all of humanity.   

The Farewell Sermon of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ

On the 25 Dhul Qa’dah the Prophet Muhammad (صلى الله عليه وسلم)left Madinah and headed for Makkah to make what was to be his last Hajj.

And at the Farewell Speech the Prophet (صلى الله عليه وسلم) 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 lifestyle and the behavioral mode of the Prophet); 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.’ 

Join the speaker as he shares with us our responsibilities as Muslim as it relates to the at the Farewell Speech the Prophet (صلى الله عليه وسلم).

What should Juneteenth mean for Muslims?

What should Juneteenth mean for Muslims?

Widespread recognition of Juneteenth as a federal holiday carries the hope of change for not only the Black community but for all minorities in America. 

What is Juneteenth and what does it mean for humanity and the Muslim Ummah at large?

Changing the Course of the Muslim Ummah

What has happened to the Status of the Muslim Ummah

Displaced refugees, mutilated persons whose lives are forever incapacitated, widows, scars of rape, torture and hunger…. These are the effects of the empires of today.

What can return Muslims to the status and glory promised by Allah سبحانه وتعالى.

Join the Sheik as he provides practical solutions to look beyond the current status quo and try to search for ending our miserable situation.

Today’s Youth- The Future of the Ummah

The challenges and current state of the future generation of the Muslims is one of the most vital issues for this Ummah and the future of its Deen.

Join this excellent discussion on how to present Islam’s vision for our youth and how as an Ummah we can make them strong adherents to Islam, instilled with the confidence to defend attacks against their Deen, and embodying the qualities to become pioneers of real change in this world

Recharge Our Iman

These days we find rechargeable batteries in almost everything imaginable. 

But how does a Muslim recharge himself/herself to  energize an idle soul?

Join the Sheik as he provides practical examples from the lives of the Sahabah (RA) as they recharged with amazing energy from the Quran to turn their dispositions to trivialize hardships and prevent the temptations of worldly pleasures for the sake of gaining the pleasure of Allah سبحانه وتعالى and the bliss of Jannah.

The Understanding from Surah al-Kawthar

For many Muslims, Surah Al-Kawthar is one of the first surahs that they will commit to memory after Al-Fatihah as it is one of the shortest surah in the Quran.

Join the Sheik as he expounds on the takeaways for the blessings outlined in this Surah.

Hopelessness in the face of the newest Elementary School Shooting

"Becoming numb is inevitable when living in a country that makes killing people easy" was a quotation on social media that captures the essence of the newest Elementary School Shooting in Uvalde, Texas USA.

Yet again we see and feel the devastating grief of the loss of life of the most innocent of Allah's Creation- Children.

Please join the Sheik as he examines our grief and provides Islamic based solutions for humanity.

 

The killing of Shireen Abu Akleh

In many parts of the world, Muslims and non-Muslims suffer from various kinds of injustice and persecution. The most recent injustice has been with the journalist Abu Akleh who was shot dead by Zionist soldiers while covering the Zionist raid on Jenin, a city in the northern West Bank. 

The world is watching yet another assignation, massive killings, and massacres silently!

Join the sheik as he explains the responsibilities we have as Muslim not only in the most recent case but wherever injustice is being applied. 

What does Allāh (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَى‎) require from us regarding our parents?

Parents are the best blessing that Allāh (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَى‎) has given!
Parents are the largest door to Jannah and the easiest way to get to Jannah. 

Join the sheik as he explain in details the blessings, rights, and responsibilities we have toward our parents.