Surah Al-Baqarah: The Cow - Verses 263 &...

In today's Tafsir, we examine why Islam has specific guidelines regarding whom you can and cannot marry. These rules are not just faith-based; they're backed by time-honored wisdom and modern scientific findings. If you want strong, healthy children, the next 10 minutes will sure ... Show More

It is hard to imagine, but before Islam, sons marrying their stepmothers was a common practice after the father's death. The Quran decisively ended this practice. Join us to unpack this intriguing ancestral practice and the wisdom behind its prohibition. There's a lot more to lea ... Show More

The dowry is a woman's right in Islam. However, we find that it often causes problems during the divorce. In today's Tafsir, we will explain the dowry's role during separation and divorce and how some Muslim men abuse and coerce their wives for material gain. If you or someone yo ... Show More

Friends, if the intention of an author is to convince people to read and think about what he’s written, the author of Sunday's first reading has done his job well. We hear the deeply troubling story of Abraham’s willingness to sacrifice his own son, Isaac. How do we reconcile God ... Show More

From time to time, Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him, will test his companions. How does he test them? This is Day 334 out of 365 days of stories of the greatest man in the world, our beloved Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him. A sincere rendition of the book '365 days with th ... Show More

An atheist once asked me why does he get this deep sense of calling out to God if he imagines himself shipwrecked and stuck in the middle of the sea? Even an atheist asks. We all ask the same question. Some make up their own beliefs, others hold on to a supernatural deity or supe ... Show More

Why is this happening? Where are you God? These are the sorts of questions people sometimes ask when they experience great suffering or doubt. To show how God responds to us in these situations, Dr. Edward Sri dives into the story of one of the greatest figures of the Old Testame ... Show More

In this Bible Story, Abram is called by God to leave his country, saying He would bless him, make his name great, and make him into a great nation. Yet in Abram’s heart was imperfections, fears, and faithlessness. This story is inspired by Genesis 11:26-12:20. Go to BibleinaYear. ... Show More

Qaswa, the camel of Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him, is lost during the battle of Tabuk. Once again, the hypocrites make fun of this situation by saying not nice things about the Prophet. What are they saying? And can Qaswa be found? This is Day 320 out of 365 days of stories ... Show More

The story of Hannah’s barrenness and faithful prayer to Yahweh for a child is well known to Bible readers. Yet there is much more to the story and her prayer than meets the eye. In this episode of the podcast we look at how this portion of 1 Samuel connects to the wider Old Testa ... Show More