Hidden In The Open - Episode 12

In Episode 17, we ask a fundamental question: if God is supposed to guide our lives, why is it that when elections come around, Allah isn’t even an afterthought? 

In Episode 16, Ali introduces us to another fascinating hadith from Imam Ali (as), who discusses three conditions—or more specifically, three occasions—that define a true friend. Two of these occasions likely won’t surprise us; but the third occasion reveals a mystery that we sol ... Show More

In Episode 15, Ali responds to a request from our community to examine the role of “Jihad.” But this is not your average discussion about one’s holy struggle, for we meet many faces of Jihad, including that of Ali’s uncle. 

Welcome back to another profound episode of Ramadan Reflections 2024! Today, on the 25th day of Ramadan, we delve into the depths of Surah al-Takathur, exploring its significance and relevance in our lives. Join us as we reflect on the verse from this noble chapter and its connec ... Show More

In the final episode of the Prayers of the Pious series, Sh. Omar Suleiman reflects upon the du’a of Umar (ra) and praying for guidance. [ Day 30 Du’a ] اللَّهُمَّ أَرِنِ الحَقَّ حَقّاً وَوَفِّقْنِيْ لأِتِّبَاعِهِ، وَأَرِنِ البَاطِلَ بَاطِلاً وَوَفِّقْنِيْ لِاجْتِنَابِهِ “O Allah ... Show More

In Episode #12, our respected Imam Omar Suleiman relates to us the task of the angel when a servant of Allah makes du’a for our beloved and honoured prophet s.a.w.. If a servant sends salawat (peace and blessings) upon the prophet s.a.w., Allah sends ten times of that peace and b ... Show More

During the battle of Uhud, our beloved Muhammad reached the limits of physical exhaustion. At this challenging time, Allah showed us how He stood by His servant and gave him the strength to overcome one of Quraysh's prized fighters. Learn the story in the Quran Tafsir of Aya 144 ... Show More

Today, on the 23rd day of Ramadan, we delve into the profound concept of guardianship in Islam, as elucidated in Surah al-Maidah (5), verse 55 of the Noble Quran. As we reflect on this verse, we explore its implications on the hierarchy of guardianship within the Muslim community ... Show More

On the twentieth day of Ramadan 2023/1444, we review the theme of "Imam Ali and Khadijah binte Khuwaylid: The Caregiver to Imam ʿAlī and Supporter of the Prophet - 2." 

As we mark the 26th day of Ramadan, we delve into the profound wisdom embedded in Surah al-Jumuah and its relevance to our lives today. Join us as we explore the transformative impact of Divine revelation and the pivotal role of Imam Ali in preserving and elucidating the teaching ... Show More

Muharram, a month filled with deep emotions, spirituality, and contemplation. Millions of Shia Muslims around the world mourn the beloved grandson of Rasool Allah Muhammad (saww) in the 10 nights leading to Ashura. These nights have the power to soften our hearts, leading us towa ... Show More

In the first episode of the Prayers of the Pious series, Sh. Omar Suleiman considers the righteous dua that Abu Bakr made at the end of his lifetime. [ Day 1 Du’a ] اللَّهُمَّ اجْعَلْ خَيْرَ زَمَانِيْ آخِرَهُ، وَخَيْرَ عَمَلِيْ خَوَاتِمَهُ، وَخَيْرَ أَيَّامِيْ يِوْمَ أَلقَاكَ “O ... Show More

In Episode #11 our beloved Imam Omar Suleiman teaches us what to do when we are faced with insults against the prophet s.a.w. To defend the prophet s.a.w. is one of the most beautiful acts a servant of Allah can engage in. Jibril a.s. once asked the prophet s.a.w. about the posit ... Show More