AlMaghrib Podcast

AlMaghrib

Dive into transformative Islamic education with AlMaghrib. Our podcast brings you timeless knowledge from the Seerah of the Prophet ﷺ, profound reflections on the Qur'an, and practical guidance for navigating modern challenges. Each episode features renowned scholars and instructors, offering insights that bridge traditional teachings with contemporary relevance. Whether you're seeking spiritual growth, intellectual enrichment, or practical advice, the AlMaghrib Podcast is your companion on the journey of knowledge.

  1. 12/20/2025

    Surprising Ways to Celebrate New Year | Sh. Waleed Basyouni & Sh. Ammar Alshukry

    New Year's Eve is celebrated everywhere — from Times Square to Muslim-majority countries. It's truly a global phenomenon. But as Muslims, can we participate? Is saying ""Happy New Year"" allowed? What about fireworks, parties, and resolutions?In this focused discussion, Shaykh Waleed Basyouni — President of AlMaghrib Institute and senior member of AMJA's fatwa committee — gives clear, practical guidance on how Muslims should approach New Year's celebrations.You'll learn:→ Why New Year's is fundamentally different from religious holidays→ Can you say ""Happy New Year""?→ Can Muslims attend New Year's parties and work dinners?→ Is buying personal fireworks halal or haram?→ What makes a New Year's celebration cross into haram territory→ Why New Year's resolutions are perfectly Islamic→ How to distinguish between cultural and religious practicesShaykh Waleed breaks down exactly where the boundaries are: what's prohibited, what's permissible, and what principles should guide your decisions. This podcast is about understanding that New Year's, unlike Christmas or other religious holidays, has no religious connotation and is simply a cultural marker of time.Whether you're wondering if you can wish your coworkers ""Happy New Year,"" planning a family dinner, or questioning whether that fireworks purchase is halal, this conversation provides the clarity you need.🔔 Subscribe to the AlMaghrib Podcast for more practical Islamic guidance for modern life.Follow AlMaghrib:📱 Instagram: instagram.com/almaghribworld🎥 TikTok: tiktok.com/@almaghribworld

    4 min
  2. 12/17/2025

    Sudan Is Falling Apart | And Here's Why Nobody Noticed | Sh. Ammar Alshukry & Omer Alghabshawi

    Sudan is falling apart. 40 million Muslims. And almost nobody noticed.Shaykh Ammar Alshukry sits down with Sudanese historian, Omer Alghabshawi, to uncover the untold story of a nation that shaped Islam across continents, yet remains invisible to most Muslims today. As genocide unfolds in Darfur and civil war tears the country apart, this conversation reveals why Sudan's history matters more than ever. In this episode, you'll discover:🔥 The Sudanese Sahabi you never heard about🔥 Why Malcolm X chose his name🔥 How a Sudanese scholar built mosques in New York in the early 1900s🔥 How Sudan lost 2 million people in massacres no one talks about🔥 A country richer than you think — agricultural land equal to the EU, 110 million livestock, and the 3rd largest gold reserves in Africa🔥 From training African scholars for centuries to influencing Islamic movements across the continent, why does nobody know about Sudan? Despite being home to 40 million Muslims, having a history that predates Islam itself, and producing scholars who shaped Islamic education worldwide, Sudan remains the Muslim world's best-kept secret.From ancient Christian kingdoms to the Mahdi's revolution against British colonialism, from Nubian civilizations to modern Islamic universities serving all of Africa — this is the history they don't teach you.🔔 Subscribe to the AlMaghrib Podcast for more educational and authentic knowledge.

    57 min
  3. 12/10/2025

    "Merry Christmas" | Everything You Need to Know about Xmas Parties, Gifts, Secret Santa and more!

    Christmas is everywhere -- decorations at work, parties with coworkers, family gatherings, Secret Santa exchanges, and the constant question: ""Can I say Merry Christmas?"" This is for Muslims living in the West, navigating the holiday season requires clarity, compassion, and understanding.In this comprehensive discussion, Shaykh Waleed Basyouni — President of AlMaghrib Institute and senior member of AMJA's fatwa committee — sits down with Shaykh Ammar AlShukry to address every Christmas question Muslims face, from greetings to gifts, from workplace celebrations to family dinners.You'll learn:→ Why don't Muslims celebrate Christmas?→ Should you say ""Merry Christmas"" or ""Happy Holidays""→ Can you attend Christmas dinner with non-Muslim family?→ Can I accept or give Christmas bonuses?→ Can I participate in Secret Santa→ What converts should know about maintaining family ties→ The difference between cultural participation and religious celebration→ How to navigate workplace Christmas parties and decorations→ Why context matters: Muslims in America vs Muslims in Muslim countriesThis podcast is about understanding where the boundaries are while maintaining your Muslim identity, respecting others, and keeping family ties strong. Whether you're a born Muslim, a convert with non-Muslim family, or someone just trying to figure out how to handle December at work, this conversation offers the nuanced, practical guidance you need.🔔 Subscribe to the AlMaghrib Podcast for more real conversations about Islam in the modern world.📺 Related Videos:Can Muslims Celebrate Thanksgiving? [link]Halloween: The Islamic Ruling [link]New Year's: Halal or Haram? [link]Follow AlMaghrib:📱 Instagram: instagram.com/almaghribworld🎥 TikTok: tiktok.com/@almaghribworld

    33 min
  4. 12/06/2025

    Why You Feel Empty: Overcoming Anxiety & Attachment | Ust. Yasmin Mogahed & Ust. Sarah Sultan

    Is your anxiety a sign of spiritual emptiness or unhealed trauma? In this deep dive, Ust. Yasmin Mogahed reveals the profound connection between your emotional health and your attachment to Allah.If you struggle with people-pleasing, constant worry, or a feeling of a "void" in your heart, this conversation offers the ultimate Islamic roadmap to healing. Yasmin combines modern psychological principles (like inner child work and nervous system regulation) with timeless Quranic wisdom to help you reclaim your heart.In this video, you will learn: 🌿 The "Orange Juice" Analogy: How to identify what you are truly dependent on. 🌿 Trauma & Faith: Understanding how childhood wounds impact your ability to trust Allah. 🌿 Breaking Patterns: How to stop people-pleasing and unlearn harmful shame. 🌿 Practical Healing: Techniques to regulate your nervous system and process suppressed emotions.Start your journey from spiritual emptiness to peace (Sakina) today.🎙️ Speaker: Yasmin Mogahed 📚 Topics: Islamic Psychology, Mental Health, Tawakkul, Trauma RecoveryCHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro: The Root of Anxiety 02:31 - The "Orange Juice" Analogy: What Are You Dependent On? 06:41 - The Danger of Unhealthy Attachment to People 08:43 - Worship of the Self vs. Worship of Allah 16:24 - How to Build True Attachment to Allah 22:15 - Healing the Inner Child with Islamic Wisdom 24:58 - Holistic Well-Being: Mind, Body & Soul 26:33 - Understanding Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) 28:36 - How Childhood Trauma Fuels Anxiety 31:06 - PTSD & Childhood Influences 34:57 - Is Your People-Pleasing a Trauma Response? 38:32 - How to Unlearn Harmful Mental Patterns 41:37 - Shame vs. Guilt: A Crucial Distinction 46:10 - Remorse is Healthy, Shame is Toxic 49:20 - Practical Steps to Regulate Your Nervous System 53:20 - The Diving Reflex: A Physical Hack for Calm 54:10 - Why You Must Involve the Body in Healing 57:10 - Overthinking vs. Under-feeling 59:10 - The Importance of Processing Stored Emotions 1:02:00 - Restoring Your Relationship with Allah 1:08:33 - The Power of Dua in Healing 1:08:39 - Closing Thoughts#YasminMogahed #IslamicHealing #TraumaRecovery #AnxietyRelief #MentalHealthInIslam #InnerChildHealing #Tawakkul #SpiritualGrowth

    1h 9m

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14 Ratings

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Dive into transformative Islamic education with AlMaghrib. Our podcast brings you timeless knowledge from the Seerah of the Prophet ﷺ, profound reflections on the Qur'an, and practical guidance for navigating modern challenges. Each episode features renowned scholars and instructors, offering insights that bridge traditional teachings with contemporary relevance. Whether you're seeking spiritual growth, intellectual enrichment, or practical advice, the AlMaghrib Podcast is your companion on the journey of knowledge.

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