Islamic Guidance

A short and sweet description of Jannah (Paradise) by Ustadh Wahaj Tarin. This was presented in the Glad Tidings Conference 2017.

In this powerful episode, Abu Bakr Zoud shares the inspiring story of a young man who struggled with his desires but found strength through his connection to the Messenger صلى الله عليه وسلم. A moving reminder of the battles within, the mercy of Allah, and the transformative power of sincere love for the Prophet صلى الله عليه وسلم.

In this episode, we explore Itikaf, a profound spiritual retreat observed during the last ten days of Ramadan. We’ll discuss its significance, the inner peace it brings, and how it deepens one’s connection with the Divine. From self-reflection to detachment from worldly distractions, Itikaf offers a transformative experience that rejuvenates the soul. Tune in as we uncover the spiritual, mental, and emotional benefits of this sacred practice.

To Heraclius the Arabs were a backward people living in a desert wasteland. The Arabs he knew were an unsophisticated lot in constant conflict with each other, just barely eking out an existence under the unforgiving desert sun. The Arabs were not a military threat let alone a military power they were just a thorn in his side, But united for the first time under the banner of Islam, the Arabs unleashed a gale force wind that would sweep across the Middle East and blow as far East as China and West across North Africa.

The prophet said, “Our Lord, the Blessed, the Superior, comes every night down on the nearest Heaven to us when the last third of the night remains, saying: “Is there anyone to invoke Me, so that I may respond to invocation? Is there anyone to ask Me, so that I may grant him his request? Is there anyone seeking My forgiveness, so that I may forgive him?” [Bukhari].