Bayyinah Podcast 1h2311

This Khutbah was recorded in Euless on 05/05/2017. In this khutabah Ustadh Nouman recounts the story behind Surah ‘Abasa, a Mekki surah that was revealed as Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) was speaking to one of the elites of Quraish. On this rare occasion when one of the tribal leaders was actually listening to the Prophet, a blind distant relative of the Prophet rushed to him, interrupting the conversation to ask for guidance and inspiration. Even though the Prophet’s reaction was muted – he only slightly frowned and looked away – Allah revealed these ayat to draw the attention of the Prophet and the rest of us, that in the eyes of Allah, this blind man who sought the Prophet out with all his senses, is more worthy than those with hardened hearts no matter what their status in society. For thousands of hours of Quran and Arabic content, visit http://www.bayyinah.tv

This Khutbah was recorded in Euless on 05/05/2017. In this khutabah Ustadh Nouman recounts the story behind Surah ‘Abasa, a Mekki surah that was revealed as Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) was speaking to one of the elites of Quraish. On this rare occasion when one of the tribal leaders was actually listening to the Prophet, a blind distant relative of the Prophet rushed to him, interrupting the conversation to ask for guidance and inspiration. Even though the Prophet’s reaction was muted – he only slightly frowned and looked away – Allah revealed these ayat to draw the attention of the Prophet and the rest of us, that in the eyes of Allah, this blind man who sought the Prophet out with all his senses, is more worthy than those with hardened hearts no matter what their status in society. For thousands of hours of Quran and Arabic content, visit http://www.bayyinah.tv

Tafseer of Surah Muminoon – Part 21 07/20/17

Tafseer of Surah Muminoon – Part 21 07/20/17

This Khutbah was recorded in Dallas on 04/28/2017. Often in the Quran Allah teaches us profound lessons through beautiful parables. In this khutbah, Ustadh Nouman Ali Khan digs deep into two such analogies in Surah An-Nur by contrasting light with darkness. He begins by explaining the many meanings of the word light (nur) when it is used in the Quran: light sometimes refers to Allah, to guidance or to the Quran itself. Like a lamp in a niche inside a house, the light of faith and sincerity to Allah not only lives inside our hearts but also emanates from us to illuminate our path on the Day of Judgment. For thousands of hours of Quran and Arabic content, visit http://www.bayyinah.tv

Tafseer of Surah Muminoon – Part 20 07/12/17

Tafseer of Surah Muminoon – Part 20 07/12/17

This Khutbah was recorded in Irving on 04/07/2017. The only thing that distinguishes one Muslim from another, as Nouman Ali Khan teaches us in this khutbah, is their level of fear of Allah. In Aya 11 of Surah Al-Hujuraat, Allah says that we must never make others feel inferior to us, whether because of their race or the job they do. Ustadh Nouman reminds us of how Prophet Dawoud, who was one of the greatest rulers humanity has ever known, was honored by Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) for eating from the toil of his own hands and how the Quran too honored him for his ability to shape metal. Despite the greatness of his kingdom, he was an ironsmith, and by dignifying him as such, Allah has dignified every kind of halal work as work in the path of Allah. For thousands of hours of Quran and Arabic content, visit http://www.bayyinah.tv

This Khutbah was recorded in Irving on 04/07/2017. The only thing that distinguishes one Muslim from another, as Nouman Ali Khan teaches us in this khutbah, is their level of fear of Allah. In Aya 11 of Surah Al-Hujuraat, Allah says that we must never make others feel inferior to us, whether because of their race or the job they do. Ustadh Nouman reminds us of how Prophet Dawoud, who was one of the greatest rulers humanity has ever known, was honored by Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) for eating from the toil of his own hands and how the Quran too honored him for his ability to shape metal. Despite the greatness of his kingdom, he was an ironsmith, and by dignifying him as such, Allah has dignified every kind of halal work as work in the path of Allah. For thousands of hours of Quran and Arabic content, visit http://www.bayyinah.tv

Tafseer of Surah Muminoon – Part 19 07/05/17

Tafseer of Surah Muminoon – Part 19 07/05/17

This Khutbah was recorded in Irving on 03/24/2017. In this khutbah Nouman Ali Khan focuses on the last ayah of Surah Al-Hajj, where Allah asks us to struggle in a way that is worthy of Him. Even though this seems impossible, Allah makes it easier for us with a reminder that each one of us was carefully chosen to be Muslim because we are capable of things that we are not even aware of. We learn from the legacy of Ibrahim (AS) that whatever difficulties we face, Allah will make them easy the way He has eased the hardships of Ibrahim, the one prophet whose trials are unparalleled. As Muslims today, we have become a target, but Allah has chosen us specifically because we are best qualified to withstand these hardships. That is our purpose and the more sincere we are in our struggle for Allah, the more He will ease our burdens. For thousands of hours of Quran and Arabic content, visit http://www.bayyinah.tv

Tafseer of Surah Muminoon – Part 18 06/29/17

Tafseer of Surah Muminoon – Part 18 06/29/17

This Khutbah was recorded in Richardson on 01/13/2017. In today’s hyper consumerist societies, where effortless instant gratification is the norm, it is easy for those whose faith is weak to stray from the path of Allah. Those whose faith is literally “on the edge”, weighed down by unanswered questions and unresolved emotions, are ready to fall off when faced with life’s inevitable trials and tribulations. But at such times of personal and public crisis, says Nouman Ali Khan, we must that the purpose of those tests is to draw those with strong faith closer to Allah, who has a plan for everybody. Both Yacoub (AS) and Musa’s mother lost a child but despite their agony, and because they both had unshakable faith, the former was reunited with his son after many years while the latter was returned to his mother within hours. When we question Allah’s design we miss the core truth that reality will only submit to us when we submit ourselves to Allah. This is  ultimately the path to inherit paradise. For thousands of hours of Quran and Arabic content, visit http://www.bayyinah.tv

This Khutbah was recorded in Richardson on 01/13/2017. In today’s hyper consumerist societies, where effortless instant gratification is the norm, it is easy for those whose faith is weak to stray from the path of Allah. Those whose faith is literally “on the edge”, weighed down by unanswered questions and unresolved emotions, are ready to fall off when faced with life’s inevitable trials and tribulations. But at such times of personal and public crisis, says Nouman Ali Khan, we must that the purpose of those tests is to draw those with strong faith closer to Allah, who has a plan for everybody. Both Yacoub (AS) and Musa’s mother lost a child but despite their agony, and because they both had unshakable faith, the former was reunited with his son after many years while the latter was returned to his mother within hours. When we question Allah’s design we miss the core truth that reality will only submit to us when we submit ourselves to Allah. This is  ultimately the path to inherit paradise. For thousands of hours of Quran and Arabic content, visit http://www.bayyinah.tv

This Khutbah was recorded in the Euless Masjid on 06/09/2017. In this khutbah, Sheikh Abdullah Oduro shares his thoughts about how to make the Holy Month of Ramadan a catalyst to positive change rather than just a festive season. This is a chance to become spiritual opportunists and to set concrete goals for ourselves. First and foremost Ramadan is a time to reconnect with the Quran, the blessed month when it was revealed. The goal is not to finish reading but to ponder, and learning Arabic is the first step towards that. Twenty-six letters will transform the depth of your engagement with Allah’s words, so start your pact with Allah this Ramadan. For thousands of hours of Quran and Arabic content, visit http://www.bayyinah.tv

This Khutbah was recorded in Euless on 12/16/2016. As we witness the human tragedy taking place in Aleppo, Syria, we must some profound ayat from Surat Al-Ana’am, Nouman Ali Khan points out. Allah continuously rescues us from calamity, which is the human race’s default state, but despite that, people continue to disbelieve, triggering Allah’s punishment. One of the manifestations of this punishment is aggression that flares up amongst people. But this hate and resentment does not come from a vacuum. It is the by-product of the deeply flawed sectarian nature of religious education in our societies. What is happening now should be a wakeup call for us to plant a seed, to make a long-term investment in the minds of our children, to take in orphans and reintroduce the legacy of the ansar. For thousands of hours of Quran and Arabic content, visit http://www.bayyinah.tv

This Khutbah was recorded in Euless on 12/16/2016. As we witness the human tragedy taking place in Aleppo, Syria, we must some profound ayat from Surat Al-Ana’am, Nouman Ali Khan points out. Allah continuously rescues us from calamity, which is the human race’s default state, but despite that, people continue to disbelieve, triggering Allah’s punishment. One of the manifestations of this punishment is aggression that flares up amongst people. But this hate and resentment does not come from a vacuum. It is the by-product of the deeply flawed sectarian nature of religious education in our societies. What is happening now should be a wakeup call for us to plant a seed, to make a long-term investment in the minds of our children, to take in orphans and reintroduce the legacy of the ansar. For thousands of hours of Quran and Arabic content, visit http://www.bayyinah.tv

This Khutbah was recorded in Frisco on 04/21/2017. We have this common belief that when we make duaa, Allah will immediately solve our problem, otherwise He is not happy with us. In this khutbah, Ustadh Nouman Ali Khan teaches us that this can’t be further from the truth. A simple look at the trials of all the messengers of Allah will prove it: Prophet Nuh made daawa for 950 years, but those closest to him never followed; Prophet Muhammad made duaa for his uncle, but Abu Lahab continued to fight him; and Prophet Yacoub cried so much over the loss of his son Youssef that he lost his eyesight. The story of Maryam is another inspiring example. She was in such shock when the angel told her that she will have a child – to her this was the worst punishment – that she prayed to Allah that she would rather die than face humiliation in her community. As it turns out, the child who caused all that grief, Prophet Esa (AS), was the reason she is being honoured until today, hundreds of years later. For thousands of hours of Quran and Arabic content, visit http://www.bayyinah.tv