Behind the Minbar 🎙️

Behind the Minbar 🎙️ EP20 | The Land of Fadak (with Sheikh Shabbar Mehdi)Salam and welcome back to another episode of Behind the Minbar ‼️💭 In this episode, we discuss a frequently mentioned, but not very well understood aspect of Sayeda Fatimah's tragic story: The Land of Fadak.Introduction - 00:00What was Fadak? - 1:57How did the Prophet (S) get it? - 3:32The Legal Status of Fadak - 9:55What did the Prophet do with Fadak? - 14:00Why was Fadak given to Sayeda Fatima - 16:37Fadak: Gift of Inheritance? - 20:40Khutbah of Fadak - 28:00Why didn't Imam Ali (a) take it back when he was the Khalifah - 34:50What is Fadak's status now and in the future? - 43:15Closing Remarks - 45:53Be sure to check out our socials for all the latest updates! https://instagram.com/behindtheminbarhttps://instagram.com/alrasoolyouthhttp://alrasool.caMasjid Al-Rasool Al-AdhamToronto, Ontario, Canada

Behind the Minbar 🎙️ EP19 | What is a successful community? (with Dr. Sayed Moustafa Qazwini)Salam and welcome back to another episode of Behind the Minbar ‼️💭 In this episode, we discuss what makes a successful community with someone who has built and led Islamic communities for almost 40 years: Dr. Sayed Moustafa Al-Qazwini.Introduction - 00:00Competent Leadership - 5:04Financial Integrity - 13:45Dealing with Politics - 18:50Ethnocentrism- 22:57Role of Women - 28:30The Mosque is More than Azadari - 34:00Common Pitfalls - 40:10Wrapping Up - 52:21Be sure to check out our socials for all the latest updates! https://instagram.com/behindtheminbarhttps://instagram.com/alrasoolyouth

Behind the Minbar 🎙️ EP18 | The Messenger of Allah (with Shaykh Azhar Nasser)Salam and welcome back to another episode of Behind the Minbar ‼️💭 In this episode, we begin with a brief introduction into Shaykh Azhar and his background. We then move on to discussing the life and ideals of our Holy Prophet (saaw), covering a variety of topics regarding our characterization and the images Shi'is have of RasoolAllah (saaw).Be sure to check out our socials for all the latest updates! https://instagram.com/behindtheminbarhttps://instagram.com/alrasool_youth

The Arbaeen 🎙️ EP17 | The Arbaeen (with Shaykh Dr. Usama Al-Atar)Salam and welcome back to another episode of Behind the Minbar ‼️💭 In this episode, we begin with a brief introduction into Shaykh Dr. Usama and his background. We then move on to discussing the Arbaeen of Imam al-Hussain (as), its history and its basis in Islam. We then answer some of the questions asked about the significance of the Ziyarah, and defend against many of the criticisms leveled against it. The Shaykh concludes with advice and suggestions for the zuwwar to complete on their journey.Introduction - 00:00Arbaeen: History and Origins - 5:20Arbaeen or Hajj? - 15:55Significance of Imam Hussain's Grave - 20:10Arbaeen: Sad or Happy? - 28:00The Message of Arbaeen - 40:00Be sure to check out our socials for all the latest updates! https://instagram.com/behindtheminbarhttps://instagram.com/alrasool_youth

Behind the Minbar 🎙️ EP16 | LGBT and Islam (with Sayed Mohammed Hassan Alsheraa)Salam and welcome back to another episode of Behind the Minbar ‼️💭 In this episode, we begin by discussing the interaction of Islam and Liberalism, the reduction of family values, and how the traditional nuclear family is being targeted. We then discuss the issue of transgenderism in Islam, before going onto discussing the issue of LGBT as a parent and how to answer our childrens' concerns. After that, we touch upon the issue of LGBT within our communities and how to deal with individuals expressing such sentiments in leadership roles. We conclude by stressing the importance and duty we have to address these issues as an ummah. Introduction - 00:00Liberalism and Islam - 00:35Targeting the Nuclear Family - 9:37Transgenderism and Islam - 19:10Approaching LGBT as a Parent - 28:30LGBT in our Communities - 40:00The Duty to Address these Issues - 54:25Be sure to check out our socials for all the latest updates! https://instagram.com/behindtheminbarhttps://instagram.com/alrasool_youth

Behind the Minbar 🎙️ EP15 | Finding the Path (with Sheikh Nuru Mohammed)Salam and welcome back to another episode of Behind the Minbar ‼️💭 In this episode, we begin by discussing Sheikh Nuru Mohammed's story of being guided to the path of Ahlulbayt. Then, we discuss his path of scholarship, and whether Shi'i scholars are more open to answering questions. Sheikh Nuru then responds to common doubts about the existence of Allah (swt) and our beliefs. We wrap up by discussing Shahr Ramadan and how best to prepare and take advantage of this blessed month.Introduction - 00:00Sheikh Nuru's Story - 1:20The Path of Scholarship - 11:30Answering Questions - 22:08Responding to Doubts - 28:30Preparing for Shahr Ramadan - 40:44Closing Remarks - 57:55Be sure to check out our socials for all the latest updates! https://instagram.com/behindtheminbarhttps://instagram.com/alrasool_youth

Behind the Minbar 🎙️ EP14 | Intergender Relations (with Dr. Sayed Moustafa Al-Qazwini)

Behind the Minbar 🎙️ EP13 | The Struggle (with Sayed Hussain Makke)

Behind the Minbar 🎙️ EP12 | Til Death Do Us Part (with Sheikh Mohammed Al-Hilli)

Behind the Minbar 🎙️ EP11 | Telling the Shi'i Story (with Nouri Sardar)