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  1. 20h ago

    Ep. 105: Between the Pitch and the Sacred: Scholars, Soccer, and Social Media

    From World Cup fever in the masjid to intellectual defenses of the Sunnah, this round-table discussion explores the shifting cultural and spiritual landscape of the modern Muslim community. Join us as we honor the loss of John Esposito and Yahya Emerick while navigating everything from halal food trends to answering hard questions for the next generation. CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Introduction 1:20 - World Cup Watch Parties 3:54 - Sanctity of the Prayer Space 8:29 - Halal Food Boom 10:28 - Bucc-ee's and Ranch Dressing 12:42 - Muslim Players, Immigration and Demographic Shifts 20:26 - Politics and Moralism in Soccer 27:41 - On the Passing of John Esposito 34:01 - Yahya Emerick: The Loss of a Hidden Gem 35:21 - "Quranist" Rejections of the Prophetic Tradition & Social Media 45:17 - Answering Questions for the Next Generation 49:16 - Intellectual Rebuttals and the Prophetic Persona 1:07:59 - Experiencing the Summer Suhba in Istanbul 1:14:47 - Beautiful Communities

    Ep. 105: Between the Pitch and the Sacred: Scholars, Soccer, and Social Media

  2. 1d ago

    Purification of the Soul Ep. 29: The Essence of Dhikr - Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui

    Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui unpacks the significance of daily remembrance, the power of communal supplication, and the importance of maintaining a constant state of reverence towards Allah ﷻ. CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Introduction 3:20 - Morning and Evening Adhkar Importance 12:40 - Dhikr Essence Explained 18:00 - Tongue Heart Dhikr Differences 28:30 - Spiritual Cleansing Methods 33:07 - Heart Purification through Dhikr 41:07 - Benefits of Plentiful Dhikr 44:28 - Fortress of Allah Significance 46:50 - Characteristics of Rare Dhikr Practitioners 51:10 - Trust Violation and Dhikr Connection

    Purification of the Soul Ep. 29: The Essence of Dhikr - Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui

  3. Jul 20

    Ep. 104: Names of the Beloved ﷺ Part 2: Ahmad, Mahmud & Hamid - Hassan Lachheb

    While we may be well-acquainted with the Names of God, the names given to the Messenger of God himself may be unfamiliar to us. While previous generations used these names to describe, understand and emulate the Messenger ﷺ, it is a reflection of our modern disconnect with the Muhammadan reality that today we have largely forgotten these names. In this series, Shaykh Hassan Lachheb dives into an exploration of the names of the Beloved ﷺ, providing a glimpse into the many facets of the Prophet ﷺ to foster a deeper connection with him in our daily lives. In Part 2, Shaykh Hassan continues to explore the names of Hamd (praise), offering deep insights into the ever-expanding beauty of the Messenger. CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Introduction 3:19 - Ahmad: A Qur'anic Name Foretold by Previous Prophets 19:57 - The Best of Praisers and the Ummah of Hamd 27:51 - Hamid: The One Who Praises More 41:54 - The Banner of Praise: The Authority of the Prophet 44:16 - The Ever-growing Image of the Prophet

    Ep. 104: Names of the Beloved ﷺ Part 2: Ahmad, Mahmud & Hamid - Hassan Lachheb

  4. Jul 13

    Purification of the Soul Ep. 28: Fasting: The Path to Divine Awareness - Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui

    Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui's exploration of spiritual growth continues through the discipline of fasting, discussing the transformative power of fasting and emphasizing its role in self-purification, character refinement, and achieving a heightened state of consciousness in reverence towards Allah ﷻ. CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Introduction 01:05 - Self-Reflection & Self-Criticism Significance 11:32 - Fasting for Self-Control & Discipline 19:04 - Eating Habits: Moderation & Simplicity 21:15 - Understanding the Essence of Fasting 29:20 - Fasting Beyond Ramadan: Its Significance 36:14 - Devotion in Salah & Fasting for Allah

    Purification of the Soul Ep. 28: Fasting: The Path to Divine Awareness - Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui

  5. Jun 29

    Ep. 103: Wealth in Worship Part 3: Buildings that Remind - Ahmed Tyler Krupp

    Does a building, something seemingly unconscious, reflect and shape our lives? Can a building draw us to empathy with the world and its ecosystems – or separate and isolate us? In this episode, Umar Moghul speaks with real estate developer, Ahmed Tyler Krupp of Threshold Development Group to explore a radical premise: space is never neutral — every wall, window, and doorway either invites us toward God or distances us from Him. Listeners are invited to a conversation about how the physical spaces we design, manage and occupy reflect our faith and ethics – and engender social, economic and environmental equity. CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Introduction 3:39 - Integrating Shariah Into the Built Environment 7:34 - Buildings That Shape People 16:10 - Shariah-Compliant Real Estate Development and Riba 22:07 - Extending Risk-Sharing Across Stakeholders 28:45 - Market Reception and Business Impact 31:13 - Stewardship, Sustainability and Planetary Boundaries 37:10 - Finance, Growth and Environmental Limits 43:41 - Translating Shariah Into Property Management 49:42 - Da'wah in the Built Environment 51:09 - Beauty in Business Opportunity

    Ep. 103: Wealth in Worship Part 3: Buildings that Remind - Ahmed Tyler Krupp

  6. Jun 22

    Purification of the Soul Ep. 27: Defining Success Beyond the Material - Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui

    Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui shares insights into the essence of true success and wisdom that transcends material gains, guiding us towards a life of genuine fulfillment in the eyes of Allah ﷻ. CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Introduction 16:36 - Beloved Strong Believers 18:09 - Patience Virtue Islam 19:00 - Forgiveness Power Faith 19:35 - Divine Love Allah 20:00 - Bravery Courage Islam 23:50 - Pursuit Beneficial Deeds

    Purification of the Soul Ep. 27: Defining Success Beyond the Material - Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui

  7. Jun 8

    Ep. 102: Having A Good Opinion of God - Yahya Rhodus

    Shaykh Yahya Rhodus returns to the podcast to discuss how cultivating husnu dhann (a good opinion of Allah and His Creation) serves as the ultimate foundation for our spiritual path, empowering us to navigate both trials of ease and hardship with resilience. CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Introduction 1:55 - A Foundation for the Spiritual Path 7:42 - Practicality in the Inward Dimension 10:28 - Changing the Mindset 15:44 - Empowered by a Good Opinion 19:18 - Asking the Good From the Day Before 23:29 - From Resilience to Drawing Closer to Allah 26:46 - Trials of Ease and Trials of Hardship 32:00 - Adopting a Positive Viewpoint 35:04 - Trusting After Experiencing Mistrust 35:53 - An Abandoned Sunnah: Caring for People 40:01 - Effort Over Achievement 43:10 - Having Good Opinion of the Servants of Allah 46:55 - Is This Being Naive? 51:35 - Don't Let People Destroy You 53:11 - Balancing Husnu Dhann 57:11 - Guarding Against the Environment of Backbiting 59:57 - Raising the Bar of Conversation 1:03:50 - The Path of Dhikr

    Ep. 102: Having A Good Opinion of God - Yahya Rhodus

  8. Jun 1

    Purification of the Soul Ep. 26: The Light of Burhan - Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui

    Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui explores the intricate nuances between ‘Noor’ and ‘Salah’ and how they serve as both manifestations and requirements of sincere faith. Discover how the essence of 'Burhan', often associated with proof and clarity, intertwines with the concept of light in Islamic teachings, providing a path to liberate our hearts and minds. CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Introduction 0:41 - Burhan Definition 11:49 - Liberation by Allah 17:24 - Concept of Self-Trade 22:18 - 9:111 Explanation 38:35 - Importance of Repetition 38:55 - Power of Dua

    Purification of the Soul Ep. 26: The Light of Burhan - Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui
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  • Creator
    Al-Madina
  • Years Active
    2016 - 2026
  • Episodes
    142
  • Rating
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