Show overview
Belal Assaad has been publishing since 2023, and across the 3 years since has built a catalogue of 146 episodes. That works out to roughly 130 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a weekly cadence.
Episodes typically run thirty-five to sixty minutes — most land between 43 min and 1h 8m — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Religion & Spirituality show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 4 days ago, with 16 episodes already out so far this year.
From the publisher
Sheikh Belal Assaad holds a Degree in Shari’ah and Da’wah from the ‘Ad-Da’Wah Wal-Irshad University Institute’, Tripoli, Lebanon 1995.He continued his studies in Biomedical Science at Victoria University (VU), followed by a postgraduate degree in Teaching Science and Student Welfare & Well-being’ also from Victoria University (VU). He also competed a second postgraduate degree in Migration Law and Practice from the Australian National University (ANU).Sheikh Belal is a registered Minister of Religion (title: Imam) and Marriage Celebrant with the Australian Federation of Islamic Council and the Australian Governor General’s Office. He has been in the field of Da’wah delivering regular khutbas and a public speaker locally and abroad for the past 26 years. He is internationally known and is invited to guest speak and lecture regularly through various organisations internationally and nationally as much as his time permits. Sheikh Belal was born in Melbourne Australia, and currently resides there.
Latest Episodes
View all 146 episodesThe Cure for a lonely heart - Al Wadud (The Most Loving)
This requires purity - Al Quddus
You will be tested, how will you react? (The Benefactor, The Detractor)
The Secret to Inner Peace - Al-Mu’min
He Protects you. He Hears you. He Sees you. (Al-Waliy, As-Samii' & Al-Baseer)
In this lecture, we explore Allah’s names Al-Waliy, As-Samii', and Al-Baseer, and how understanding them strengthens trust, worship, and reliance upon Him.
Superiority Complex- Who is better? (Al-Khaaliq, Al-Badii’, Al-Baari, Al-Musawwir, Al-Muqsit)
In this lecture, we explore the names of Allah: Al-Khaaliq, Al-Badii’, Al-Baari, Al-Musawwir, and Al-Muqsit. We reflect on how Allah creates, originates, fashions, and shapes with perfect wisdom, and how His justice calls for equality, mercy, and the rejection of racism, sexism, and tribalism.
The All-Forgiving (Al Ghafoor), The Most Merciful (Al Rahmaan), The Everlasting Merciful (Al Raheem)
In this lecture, we explain the meanings of Allah’s names Al Ghafoor, Ar-Rahmaan and Ar-Raheem, showing how His vast and continuous mercy appears through forgiveness, provision, guidance, compassion, divine laws, and His love for those who repent before death.
He is Sufficient for me - Al Haseeb
In this lecture, we explore the beautiful name of Allah Al-Haseeb, its deep meanings as the One who is sufficient and perfectly accounts for all things, and how remembering it brings comfort through life’s hardest moments.
Healing Through Faith
Life can feel overwhelming... stress, anxiety, fear, and silent struggles that weigh heavily on the heart. But Allah has not left us without guidance or healing.This podcast was held online by Islamic Online University (IOU) and will not be available on YouTube.
Ramadan Revival
In this lecture, we discuss how Ramadan serves as a spiritual break from materialism, its history and purpose in Islam, the key acts to observe and avoid, the importance of intention, patience, and community, and the allowances for those unable to fast.
When Allah Honours You - The Most Generous, The Most Noble (Al Kareem)
In this lecture, we reflect on the beautiful Name of Allah Al-Kareem, exploring His nobility, gentleness, and boundless generosity, and how He honours us despite our shortcomings.
Allah is Ḥayiyy - He will not turn you away
In this lecture, we explain the attribute of Allah 'Ḥayiyy', clarifying its true meaning. We explore how this attribute encourages self-respect and modesty, and guides us to live by high moral principles while strengthening our connection with Allah.
A Reflection on Self-Worth and Existence - The Fashioner (Al Musawwir)
In this lecture, we explore the beautiful name of Allah "Al-Musawwir" (The Fashioner), reflecting on its meaning, Quranic context and its relevance to creation, human identity and self-worth in the modern world.
The Compeller, The Mender, The Most High (Al Jabbar)
In this lecture, we explore the deep and multifaceted meanings of Allah’s name Al-Jabbār, highlighting His absolute power, ability to heal the broken, and exalted status above all creation.
These are His signs - The Manifest & The Hidden
In this lecture, we explore the profound meanings of Allah’s names: The First, The Last, The Manifest, and The Hidden, and how they shape our understanding of His Oneness, Power, and Presence in our lives.
Look Deeper - The All-Knowing, The All-Wise Knows Why
In this video, we explore the profound meanings of Allah’s names Al-‘Aleem (The All-Knowing) and Al-Hakeem (The All-Wise), highlighting how His infinite knowledge and perfect wisdom govern every aspect of creation and our lives, and why true trust in Him requires obedience, patience, and disciplined action.
When everything feels like it's crumbling...
In this video, we explore Allah’s name Al-Qarib, reflecting on His nearness, His perfect attributes, and how remembering Him brings comfort, clarity and strength through every stage of life.
Ghaflah - When you're spiritually numb
In this lecture, we explore the concept of spiritual heedlessness (ghaflah) in Islam and emphasise staying spiritually aware by remembering Allah through Quran recitation, prayer, good company, and practical daily habits that keep us focused on our purpose.
Your questions answered - Open Q&A session
This week we answer some of your questions.
The era of armchair experts
In this lecture, we address the rise of unqualified “armchair experts” and emphasise the importance of seeking reliable knowledge, verifying information, and avoiding the harm caused by speaking or acting without proper understanding, especially in matters of religion.