Surah Al-Baqarah: The Cow - Verse 214

What happens when words are used cleverly, or distorted entirely? Today, you'll hear the story of a one-eyed tailor whose work sparks a poetic jab, an Imam who outsmarts a governor's curse, and greetings that seem peaceful but hide deadly meaning. Each tale reveals just how power ... Show More

Do you trust God to take care of you? Do you trust Him to protect you against a vicious enemy far stronger than you? Would you risk everything—even your life—based on your answer? It is easy to speak of reliance on Allah in times of comfort, but true reliance is revealed in m ... Show More

Did you know that some Muslim influencers on social media are spreading false ideas that go against Islam? They infiltrate schools, TV, and online platforms, often making their message harder to spot. Today, we continue our discussion of misguidance and uncover the different tact ... Show More

This talk mentions about the circumstances in which Surah Kahf was revealed to Prophet Muhammed SAW and the lessons we need to learn from the stories mentioned in this Surah in the form of trial of faith, trial of wealth, trial of knowledge and trial of power. Mufti Menk thereby ... Show More

Allah does not send us trials without also giving us the means to seek relief and to make our success easy. The real test of hardship goes beyond worldly concern and discomfort and extends to how we choose to respond to it. So, how do we overcome what seems beyond our comprehensi ... Show More

Why is life so hard? Does it feel like your trials and tribulations are never ending? Why is Allah testing you with this, and someone else seems to have it easier? Join Dr. Haifaa Younis with hosts Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Abdullah Oduro as they reflect on Juz 2 of the Qur'an, d ... Show More

Why do some people stay firm in faith while others crumble in hardship? Allah has given us guidance for both good days and bad—but without taqwa, our desires can blur reality. The more you know Allah through His names and attributes, the more clearly you’ll see yourself and the w ... Show More

This khutbah was given on April 22 2016 at Al-Islam Masjid. Surat Al-Israa tells the story of Al-Isra’ wal Miraj, when Allah took Prophet Muhammad overnight from Mecca to Jerusalem then to heaven. The event tested the faith of Muslims as they faced increasing hardships in Mecca, ... Show More

This is a story of struggle, hardship, pain, grief, heartbreak, agony and survival, to a guidance from Allah from darkness to light, narrowness to vastness, loneliness to being part of an ummah, and from heartbreaking loss to gain and healing. 

How do we respond when others are in need? Are we truly mindful of the weight of the Day of Judgment? What lessons can we draw from the unwavering perseverance of the Prophets (as) in the face of rejection?Join Sh. Mohamed AbuTaleb with hosts Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Abdullah Od ... Show More

The Prophets came to guide us to the truth—one God, one purpose, and the reality of the akhirah. But while they call us to success, Shaytan distracts us with ease and entertainment. How do you keep an akhirah-first mindset without compromising for this world?Join Sh. Mohammad Els ... Show More

<p>(88:1) Has the news of the overwhelming event reached you? (88:2) Some faces that Day shall be downcast with fear, (88:3) be toiling and worn-out; (88:4) they shall burn in a Scorching Fire; (88:5) their drink shall be from a boiling spring. (88:6) They shall have no food exce ... Show More