Yaqeen Podcast

It is not enough for our love towards our children to be apparent to us; it is also important for them to know how much we care for them. Sh. Ibrahim Hindy reminds us that we must create an environment for our children where they never doubt our affection. Learn more about the Prophet’s approach to compassionate parenting and the context of his famous hadith “whoever does not show compassion, will not be shown compassion.” Explore the second key to Prophetic Parenting with practical advice on how to express mercy, even when disciplining your child.

Our children are gifts from Allah. How we raise them has an impact on our life in this world, our life in the hereafter, and the entire Ummah. In fact, the story of Musa (as) teaches us that the first step to transform the entire nation was telling a mother to raise her child. In this first episode of our newest series, Keys to Prophetic Parenting, Sh. Ibrahim Hindy shares the meaning of “coolness of your eyes” in relation to children and how we can, insha’Allah achieve that, with the right parenting tools.

Listen here.Have you ever heard something about Islam that made you double take? Questions like “With our political climate, will my children be Muslim?” or “If God is the Most Merciful, why does Hellfire exist?” Welcome to DoubleTake, Yaqeen Institute's new podcast exploring Islamic topics that give us pause. Join our host Mohamad Zaoud and array of experts and scholars as they address these tough questions and topics by exploring the bigger picture through current events, pop culture, and practical applications. Subscribe and Listen to the show here:https://doubletakewithyaqeen.buzzsprout.com/

As humans, we are all bound to sin, but the believer is one who repents after making a mistake. Learn about repentance in Islam and the different ways of returning to Allah and seeking forgiveness.

What does Islam say about loving and respecting our parents? Explore today’s content to learn about the station of parents in Islam and how some of our pious predecessors cared for their parents.

When we think of da’wah, we think of directly inviting people to Islam, but there are many ways to perform da’wah. Learn about the ways in which we can invite others towards good in today’s content.

Today’s content describes the beauty and benefit of turning to Allah when others are asleep.

Sometimes we care too much about how others perceive us that we lose sight of our intentions and sincerity to Allah. Explore today’s content to learn how to protect your private life with Allah.

Du’a is a powerful connection between the believer and Allah. Learn about this important component of our worship and check out our du’a eBook of prophetic prayers for relief and protection.

What is the prophetic way of forgiving others? Learn how to forgive those around you and seek justice in healthy ways.

What is your relationship with the Qur’an? Here’s how you can revitalize or nurture your connection with the Qur’an and the reward for doing so.

What does it mean to have good ethics and morality?

One of our deficiencies as human beings is that we forget our place with Allah. So how do we keep up our remembrance of Him?

Charity in Islam has exponential reward and is an important virtue of a believer. Discover the personal and societal benefits of giving charity.

Charity in Islam has exponential reward and is an important virtue of a believer. Discover the personal and societal benefits of giving charity.

What’s the relationship like with your family? Learn about the importance of strong familial ties in Islam.

Truthfulness is not just a beautiful virtue to have, it’s a crucial trait for a believer. Learn the levels of truthfulness and what its absence leads to

What does it mean to be a righteous believer? Here are some principles to follow to start establishing this virtue.

Today’s content is all about anger. What did the Prophet (pbuh) teach us about controlling our anger and how can we overcome this powerful emotion?

Optimism is a very important value in the Qur’an and tradition of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). Today’s content provides ways to maintain our optimism, even during difficult circumstances.

As Muslims, we place great importance on seeking knowledge. Being open minded gives us the opportunity to learn from others by examining, tolerating, and accepting differing viewpoints and situations. Dive into today’s content to learn about why a Believer should be open-minded and how to navigate differences of opinion.

What lengths do you take to show compassion? Be sure to tune in to today’s episode to learn about how to live a compassionate life, and be sure to check out the video to see the extent to which the companions expressed this virtue.

Why is patience an act that is rewarded beyond measure? Learn about the virtue of patience and how we can practice this beautiful quality in our daily lives.

Learn about the character of the Prophet (pbuh), particularly the quality that is considered the hallmark of a believer.

What is the significance of sacrifice as an act of worship? Sacrificing for others is a crucial part of our faith, and what better way to understand sacrifice than looking to the story of Prophet Ibrahim (AS)? Watch today’s episode to explore the connection between love and sacrifice and our supplemental content to dive further into what sacrifice means in Islam.

What does it mean to fear Allah and how can it enhance our worship? Today’s content describes how to fear Allah and how to better our worship by changing our mindset.

To hope in Allah’s mercy is something you earn. Learn about two kinds of hope and how one is far more powerful than the other in increasing faith. Check out today’s content to explore hope as a means to increase your station with Allah.

What exactly is taqwa, God-consciousness, and how do we attain it? Today’s content is all about this beautiful quality.

It’s not enough to just secure our own faith. In order to attain the heights of righteousness, we must also care about the faith of others. Check out today's content to see how we can reach higher levels of faith by examining our interactions with others.

Once we have certainty in our faith, there are certain ideals a believer should hold, one of them is following the companions’ instinct of “we hear and we obey” upon hearing the commandments of Allah. What does that look like?

Last episode, we learned about the importance of seeking knowledge to increase faith. However, there is a difference between attaining knowledge and being certain of our knowledge.

What is the status of those who seek knowledge? Why is seeking knowledge an important aspect of faith?

Many of us wish to increase our iman, our faith, and become better believers. Iman is something that begins in our hearts, but what exactly is it? How is it different from islam and ihsan? Today’s content is all about these three beautiful components of faith.

We’re all striving to be better people and better Muslims, but sometimes the road to righteousness can be intimidating. We can leave the confusion behind by focusing our journey of spiritual development on the concepts and practices that are most beloved to God.This series is a guide to building on our preexisting piety by learning about and incorporating the best of deeds and conduct, as described in the Qur’an and Sunnah, into all aspects of our lives.Sign up to receive new episodes each week, along with daily guidebook checklists to help you stay on track on your journey to good. http://bit.ly/3rDRZTx

Whereas learning about the history of mental health in the Islamic world is important, it is equally important to understand how this can serve our community today. As international efforts attempt to encroach on Islamic achievements, it is vital that Muslims recognize the steps that need to be taken towards continuing and reviving that legacy. Dr. Rania Awaad describes what efforts need to be done to address mental health needs in Islamic society.This series was brought to you in collaboration with the Stanford Muslim Mental Health Lab.

In the previous episode of this series, we discussed the way Muslim scholars examined mental health illnesses. In this video, Dr. Raniaa Awaad delves into the treatment options these scholars employed. This helps us understand that mental health conditions are multifactorial and we must analyze and examine all contributing factors.This series was brought to you in collaboration with the Stanford Muslim Mental Health Lab.

Has anyone ever uttered these words to you, “A Muslim is not afflicted with depression?” If so, you are not alone. However, this phrase actually contradicts the teachings of our beloved Prophet ﷺ. It’s important to truly understand the factors that influence mental health illnesses in order to begin healing. In this episode, Dr. Rania Awaad discusses how early Muslim scholars understood the complexities of such illnesses. This series was brought to you in collaboration with the Stanford Muslim Mental Health Lab.

The earliest presence of mental health hospitals can actually be traced back to 7th or 8th century Baghdad! Now, when people think about mental health institutions from the past, they often think of prison-like cells and abominable treatment. That was not the case in these early Muslim institutions. Join Dr. Rania Awaad as she describes the first homes of healing found throughout the Muslim world. This series was brought to you in collaboration with the Stanford Muslim Mental Health Lab.

What is the secret that allowed Muslims to flourish into the Golden Ages as Europe sank into the Dark Ages? While people throughout the West were thought to be possessed by demons when dealing with depression, Muslims turned to Islamic teachings. Dr. Rania Awaad elaborates on the different scholars who initiated treatments that are now known as “therapy”!This series was brought to you in collaboration with the Stanford Muslim Mental Health Lab.

Did you know that the Prophet ﷺ laid down the groundwork that was used by Muslim scholars to identify mental health conditions? For those who believe mental health can be addressed solely by having strong faith, it is worth noting that many prophets experienced intense emotional challenges. Tune in to the first episode of Holistic Healing with Dr. Rania Awaad, as she discusses the prophetic guidance to dealing with mental health challenges.This series was brought to you in collaboration with the Stanford Muslim Mental Health Lab.

Subscribe to our new NEW Show - The Firsts: The Forerunners of Islam for weekly episodes! New episodes can be found here: https://thefirsts.buzzsprout.com Join Sh. Dr. Omar Suleiman weekly as he dives into the stories of the giants who were the first of their kind in this world, and distinguished in the next. Listen here: https://thefirsts.buzzsprout.com

Subscribe to our new NEW Show - The Firsts: The Forerunners of Islam for weekly episodes! New episodes can be found here: https://thefirsts.buzzsprout.com Join Sh. Dr. Omar Suleiman weekly as he dives into the stories of the giants who were the first of their kind in this world, and distinguished in the next. Listen here: https://thefirsts.buzzsprout.com This series is brought to you by Yaqeen Institute for Islamic Research.

Sh. Mohammad Abu Taleb looks back on one of his final moments at the Ka'bah during Hajj when he saw an elderly woman that stood out to him, and the lessons he learned about investing in and cherishing our time.

Ustadha Lobna Mulla looks back on life-changing moments during her Hajj experience.

Sh. Yasir Fahmy describes a powerful moment witnessed upon walking back from ‘Arafah.

Dr. Naved Bakali looks back on the 7-hour walk his Hajj group took from Mina to ‘Arafah and some lessons he learned along the way.

Sh. Omar Husain recalls what he learned on his first Hajj experience leading a Hajj group and falling ill.

Sarah Sultan looks back on her transformative experience making du’a in front of the Ka’bah.

Dr. Altaf Husain reflects on his journey away from the air conditioned tents to experience ‘Arafah on the mountain.

Dr. Jibran Khokhar reflects on his role as a parent during his Hajj experience.