🎙️ Episode Summary

Title: 📜 Episode 1 — When Revelation Became Line, The Birth of Islamic Calligraphy, Ramadan Special
Podcast: 🌙 Faith Found: A Journey in Islam
Hosted by: Dr. Susan Rashid

In this opening Ramadan episode of Faith Found: A Journey in Islam, Dr. Susan Rashid invites listeners into one of the most intimate and consequential moments in Islamic history—the moment when divine revelation first sought permanence.

Before Islamic calligraphy became one of the world’s most revered art forms, it began as an act of moral urgency.

Revealed over twenty-three years, the Qur’an first lived not on the page, but in breath, memory, and sound—recited, memorized, and carried heart to heart by a community bound by trust. As the early Muslim world expanded and human memory revealed its fragility, a profound responsibility emerged: to preserve eternity in a world that forgets.

This episode traces how revelation moved from sound into line—how early Muslims recorded sacred verses not for beauty or display, but for protection. Listeners are guided through the origins of Islamic calligraphy, the theological decision to honor the Word over the image, and the ethical discipline that shaped one of humanity’s most enduring artistic traditions.

Woven throughout is the quiet wisdom of Ramadan itself. Just as fasting refines the body through restraint, calligraphy refines meaning through discipline. Hunger, patience, ink, and intention become parallel acts of worship—each teaching that the sacred reveals itself not through spectacle, but through care.

This is not merely the history of an art form.

As you listen, you are invited to slow your breath, enter the stillness of Ramadan nights, and reflect on a question that still echoes across time:

What do you protect when what you are given is sacred?

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Ramadan Mubarak.
Assalamu alaikum.

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Title: The Tenth Day: Ashura, Memory, and the Mourning of an Ummah
Podcast: Faith Found: A Journey in Islam
Hosted by: Dr. Susan Rashid

On the 10th of Muharram—known as Ashura—time does not simply pass. It gathers.

In this powerful episode of Faith Found: A Journey in Islam, Dr. Susan Rashid guides listeners through the layered history and sacred resonance of Ashura, a day revered across the Islamic world for its spiritual gravity and prophetic echoes.

From the forgiveness granted to Prophet Ādam (عليه السلام), to the resting of Prophet Nūḥ (نُوح عليه السلام)’s Ark on Mount Jūdī, to the parting of the sea for Prophet Mūsā (موسى عليه السلام), and finally, to the martyrdom of Imām Ḥusayn (رضي الله عنه) on the plains of Karbala—ʿĀshūrāʾ is not one event, but a tapestry of trials, redemption, and resistance.

This episode explores:

The theological significance of Ashura across Sunni and Shia traditions

The interwoven stories of prophetic deliverance and divine mercy

The ethical and spiritual legacy of Karbala in both religious and global consciousness

Why Ashura remains a moral compass in a fractured world

With poetic narration, Qur’anic reflection, and scholarly context, Dr. Rashid invites you to consider Ashura not only as a day of remembrance—but as a call to moral clarity, justice, and faith.

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✨ Episode Summary:

In this episode of Faith Found: A Journey in Islam, we explore the sacred significance of the Islamic New Year—not as a moment of festivity, but as a timeless reflection on transformation, sacrifice, and divine intention. Why does the Islamic calendar begin not with birth or victory, but with a migration? What does the Hijrah of the Prophet ﷺ teach us about courage, conviction, and starting over?

Dr. Susan Rashid traces the spiritual logic behind the first of Muharram, unveils the meaning of sacred time in Islam, and honors the legacy of Imam Hussain at Karbala. Listeners are invited to see the Islamic New Year not as a change of date, but as a call to inward migration—a movement from stagnation to sincerity, from fear to faith.

This episode is an offering for those seeking a deeper beginning—one that aligns the calendar not with the world’s noise, but with the soul’s need to return.

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🎙️ Faith Found: A Journey in Islam
Episode Title: The Foundation of Islam – Origins, Beliefs, and Practices
Hosted by: Dr. Susan Rashid
Duration: 30–40 minutes

Episode Summary:
In this illuminating opening episode of Faith Found: A Journey in Islam, Dr. Susan Rashid guides listeners through a sweeping and heartfelt exploration of the Islamic faith—from its divine origins to its living presence in nearly every corner of the globe.

Beginning with the essence of Tawhid, the oneness of God, the episode introduces listeners to the meaning of Islam, its central declaration of faith, and its profound embrace of monotheism. We journey through the life of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), the revelations he received, and the social transformation that unfolded in 7th-century Arabia.

Listeners are then introduced to the Qur’an and the earlier holy texts recognized in Islamic tradition, before traveling across continents to discover where and how Islam flourishes today—from Indonesia to Nigeria, from Iran to China.

The heart of the episode lies in an elegant and thoughtful exploration of the Five Pillars of Islam—Shahada, Salah, Zakat, Sawm, and Hajj. Each pillar is not only explained in detail but honored for its ethical, spiritual, and communal significance. The episode concludes with a look at major Islamic holidays and the Islamic view of the afterlife, where the soul’s journey continues beyond this world.

Whether you are new to Islam or seeking a deeper understanding of its teachings, this foundational episode offers clarity, reverence, and insight into a religion that has shaped civilizations and continues to touch hearts worldwide.

🔊 "There is no god but Allah, and Muhammad is His Messenger."
This is where the journey begins.

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🎙️ Podcast Episode Title:
From Tears to Tablets: Prophet Adam’s Legacy, the Light of Prophet Sheeth, and the Sacrifice for Prophet Dawud

🌙 Podcast Series: Faith Found: A Journey in Islam
Host: Dr. Susan Rashid
Tone: Poetic, Reverent, Spiritually Healing

✨ Podcast Episode Summary:
In this illuminating episode of Faith Found: A Journey in Islam, Dr. Susan Rashid guides us through two intertwined legacies of love, loss, and divine mercy.

First, we witness the profound sorrow of Prophet Adam (AS) after the murder of his son Habil—and the healing that arrived through the birth of Prophet Sheeth (AS), the son granted by Allah as a symbol of renewal. Prophet Sheeth (AS), chosen as a prophet, became a vessel of wisdom and a beacon of righteousness in a time of spiritual divergence.

Then, in a deeply intimate and rarely told account, we travel into the moment when Prophet Adam (AS), shown a vision of his future descendant Prophet Dawud (AS), is so moved by love and awe that he offers forty years of his own life so Prophet Dawud (AS) may live longer and fulfill his divine purpose. It is the first act of prophetic sacrifice—a quiet, selfless offering that echoes through generations.

With Qur’anic reflection, classical tafsir, and elegant narration, this episode reveals the tender humanity of the first Prophet: a father grieving, a teacher guiding, and a man offering his time so that light may endure.

💫 This is a story of grief transformed into legacy, of divine gifts born from sorrow, and of the eternal echo of sacrifice.

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🎙️ Podcast Episode Title: Prophet Adam: From Paradise to Arafat – Reunion, Regret, and the Rise of Humanity

🎧 Episode Summary:
In this profound episode of Faith Found: A Journey in Islam, we walk alongside Prophet Adam (AS) and Hawwa (AS) as they begin life on Earth—not in punishment, but as part of a divine design. Their descent marks the dawn of the human journey—a journey of faith, remembrance, and reunion. From the peaks of Mount Serendib to the sacred plains of Arafat, we trace the emotional and spiritual path that led to their heartfelt reunion and the reawakening of hope for all humankind.

But light is followed by shadow. In the second segment, we explore the sorrowful story of their sons—Qabil and Habil—and witness how envy gave rise to the first bloodshed on Earth. Through Qur’anic narration and timeless moral lessons, we reflect on the sacredness of life, the weight of free will, and the enduring consequences of unchecked jealousy.

This episode offers a deeply reflective exploration of beginnings—of humanity, of sin, of mercy, and of divine love—through the legacy of Prophet Adam (AS).

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In this profound episode of Faith Found: A Journey in Islam, we explore the origins of humankind through the story of Adam (AS)—the first human, the first prophet, and the father of all. From his divine creation from clay to the knowledge that set him apart, we uncover the wisdom behind his existence and the test that would shape the destiny of humanity.

Journey with us through the moment the angels prostrated, the defiance of Iblis, the beauty of Paradise, and the first great test that led to the descent to Earth. We reflect on the lessons from Adam’s trials, the tragedy of his sons, and his ultimate return to Allah.

As we embrace the spiritual essence of Ramadan, this episode serves as a reminder that life is a test, but Allah’s mercy is ever near. Join us in this enlightening discussion as we reflect on Adam’s (AS) legacy and the lessons that guide us toward righteousness today.

📖 Tune in for a moving narrative, deep reflections, and timeless wisdom from the first chapter of humanity’s story. 🌙

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In this profound episode of Faith Found: A Journey in Islam, we embark on a journey to one of the most sacred and transformative moments in human history—the first revelation of the Qur’an. As the blessed month of Ramadan unfolds, we reflect on the night when divine light pierced the darkness, forever altering the course of humanity.

Dr. Susan Rashid takes us back to the solitude of Cave Hira, where Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) sought refuge in contemplation, longing for truth amidst the moral decay of society. It is here, in the stillness of the night, that Angel Jibreel (Gabriel) descends with a divine command from Allah—Iqra! Read! Overcome with awe and trembling from this celestial encounter, the Prophet rushes home to the comforting embrace of his devoted wife, Khadijah (RA), whose unwavering support becomes a beacon of reassurance.

As we honor the sacred connection between Ramadan and the Qur’an, this episode explores the significance of the first revelation, the power of knowledge in Islam, and the spiritual legacy that continues to guide us today. Through recitations, reflections, and timeless wisdom, we are reminded that the Qur’an was revealed as a mercy to all, a source of light for our hearts, and a divine compass for our souls.

Join us as we step into this momentous chapter of faith, uncovering its impact and embracing its message—one that continues to illuminate our path in the sacred month of Ramadan and beyond.

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