Knowledge, Devotion & Service

Knowledge, Devotion & Service

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Knowledge, Devotion & Service episodes

  • Futuwwa (Spiritual Chivalry): Emptying the Heart from Everything Other Than Allah (swt) – Shaykh Yayha Rhodus

    In this second podcast exploring the concept of Futuwwa (“spiritual chivalry”) based on Imam Muhammad ibn al-Husayn al Sulami’s (d. 412 AH, 1034 CE) work, Shaykh Yahya first discusses the special honor of being a descendent of the Prophet Muhammad, sallallahu alaihi wa salam, and recites a powerful du’a of Imam al-Haddad recognizing this honor. He also explains how Futuwwa, in essence, entails emptying one’s heart from everything other than Allah, subhanahu wa ta’ala.

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    28 min
  • Futuwwa (Spiritual Chivalry): Emptying the Heart from Everything Other Than Allah (swt) – Shaykh Yayha Rhodus
    In this second podcast exploring the concept of Futuwwa (“spiritual chivalry”) based on Imam Muhammad ibn al-Husayn al Sulami’s (d. 412 AH, 1034 CE) work, Shaykh Yahya first discusses the special honor of being a descendent of the Prophet Muhammad, sallallahu alaihi wa salam, and recites a powerful du’a of Imam al-Haddad recognizing this honor. He also explains how Futuwwa, in essence, entails emptying one’s heart from everything other than Allah, subhanahu wa ta’ala.



    You were listening to Al-Maqasid podcast powered by SeekersGuidance global. The Maqasid (purposes) that are foundational to life of the believer are (1) Knowledge, (2) Devotion and (3) Service. It is through these purposes that we are able to truly fulfill our duty on Earth. Join us on this podcast as we explore these purposes which carry the meanings of the Prophetic inheritance.

     

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    28 min
  • Critical Qualities of the Believers – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
    In this Friday khutba Shaykh Faraz Rabbani begins by reminding the believers that Allah has granted a reminder as a gift alongside guidance in this life, as a way to show one’s purpose, and for one to have contentment. The Qur’an  is not simply a book of guidance. The Qur’an is also a reminder. The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) was sent not only as a guide. But as a reminder as well. Reminder benefits the believers. There are three critical qualities that describe the believers from Surat al-Anfal. “The ˹true˺ believers are only those whose hearts tremble at the remembrance of Allah, whose faith increases when His revelations are recited to them, and who put their trust in their Lord”. Qualities are mentioned for the believers to take heed, and be elevated through them. The fear of awe is not a negative fear. Positive awe is awe of Allah’s majesty, perfection, beauty. Hearts tremble out of a sense of gratitude. Upon opening the book of Allah, a believer will be moved by the remembrance of Allah. The believers' trust is upon Allah.
     

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    28 min
  • A Day in Madina (Part 5) – Shaykh Faid Mohammed Said
    In this fifth part of the series A Day in Madina by Shaykh Faid, he begins by describing the morning of the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him). He begins with how there is no guidance but the guidance of Allah Most High. There is nothing greater than learning about the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him). While the challenges might have been difficult while in Madina, the companions did not waver and stood next the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him) actually and figuratively. The companions (may Allah be pleased with them) came and sought blessings from the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him). The companions did not take things for granted. They sought out the blessings from the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) on a regular basis. After the morning prayer the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) would ask if there was anyone sick they could visit, out of his care and concern for the companions. Worries and concerns of the companions, were the worries and concerns of the prophet Muhammad (peace and blessing be upon him).
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    29 min
  • Futuwwa (Spiritual Chivalry): Introduction – Shaykh Yahya Rhodus

    In this series of lectures, Shaykh Yahya introduces Futuwwa, roughly translated at “spiritual chivalry,” as set forth by Imam Muhammad ibn al-Husayn al Sulami (d. 412 AH, 1034 CE) in his book Kitab al-Futuwwa. In Part I, the concept of Futuwwa is thoroughly explored by reviewing how many spiritual giants of the past defined it, culminating with a comprehensive definition by Imam ‘Abdallah ibn Alawi al-Haddad (d. 1132 HA, 1720 CE). Shaykh Yayha discusses how Futuwwa is a way of being that can bring back virtue to the modern world.

    You were listening to Al-Maqasid podcast powered by SeekersGuidance global. The Maqasid (purposes) that are foundational to life of the believer are (1) Knowledge, (2) Devotion and (3) Service. It is through these purposes that we are able to truly fulfill our duty on Earth. Join us on this podcast as we explore these purposes which carry the meanings of the Prophetic inheritance.

     

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    25 min
  • Futuwwa (Spiritual Chivalry): Introduction – Shaykh Yayha Rhodus
    In this series of lectures, Shaykh Yahya introduces Futuwwa, roughly translated at “spiritual chivalry,” as set forth by Imam Muhammad ibn al-Husayn al Sulami (d. 412 AH, 1034 CE) in his book Kitab al-Futuwwa. In Part I, the concept of Futuwwa is thoroughly explored by reviewing how many spiritual giants of the past defined it, culminating with a comprehensive definition by Imam ‘Abdallah ibn Alawi al-Haddad (d. 1132 HA, 1720 CE). Shaykh Yayha discusses how Futuwwa is a way of being that can bring back virtue to the modern world.



    You were listening to Al-Maqasid podcast powered by SeekersGuidance global. The Maqasid (purposes) that are foundational to life of the believer are (1) Knowledge, (2) Devotion and (3) Service. It is through these purposes that we are able to truly fulfill our duty on Earth. Join us on this podcast as we explore these purposes which carry the meanings of the Prophetic inheritance.

     

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    25 min
  • Allah’s Pleasure and the Next Life – and Five Qualities of the True Servants of Allah – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
    Allah blessed and gifted the believers with the gift of the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him), and the message he came with. His message is one that highlights what truly matters in life. In this Friday khutba, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani reminds us of the nature of this life and the nature of the hereafter through verses 14-17 of Sura al-Imran:
    زُيِّنَ لِلنَّاسِ حُبُّ الشَّهَوَاتِ مِنَ النِّسَاءِ وَالْبَنِينَ وَالْقَنَاطِيرِ الْمُقَنطَرَةِ مِنَ الذَّهَبِ وَالْفِضَّةِ وَالْخَيْلِ الْمُسَوَّمَةِ وَالْأَنْعَامِ وَالْحَرْثِ ۗ ذَٰلِكَ مَتَاعُ الْحَيَاةِ الدُّنْيَا ۖ وَاللَّـهُ عِندَهُ حُسْنُ الْمَآبِ ﴿١٤﴾ قُلْ أَؤُنَبِّئُكُم بِخَيْرٍ مِّن ذَٰلِكُمْ ۚ لِلَّذِينَ اتَّقَوْا عِندَ رَبِّهِمْ جَنَّاتٌ تَجْرِي مِن تَحْتِهَا الْأَنْهَارُ خَالِدِينَ فِيهَا وَأَزْوَاجٌ مُّطَهَّرَةٌ وَرِضْوَانٌ مِّنَ اللَّـهِ ۗ وَاللَّـهُ بَصِيرٌ بِالْعِبَادِ ﴿١٥﴾الَّذِينَ يَقُولُونَ رَبَّنَا إِنَّنَا آمَنَّا فَاغْفِرْ لَنَا ذُنُوبَنَا وَقِنَا عَذَابَ النَّارِ ﴿١٦﴾ الصَّابِرِينَ وَالصَّادِقِينَ وَالْقَانِتِينَ وَالْمُنفِقِينَ وَالْمُسْتَغْفِرِينَ بِالْأَسْحَارِ(١٧
    The enjoyment of ˹worldly˺ desires—women, children, treasures of gold and silver, fine horses, cattle, and fertile land—has been made appealing to people. These are the pleasures of this worldly life, but with Allah is the finest destination.
    Say, ˹O Prophet,˺ “Shall I inform you of what is better than ˹all of˺ this? Those mindful of their Lord will have Gardens under which rivers flow, to stay there forever, and pure spouses, along with Allah’s pleasure.” And Allah is All-Seeing of ˹His˺ servants, ˹It is they˺ who are patient, sincere, obedient, and charitable, and who pray for forgiveness before dawn.
    Sura al-Imran 14-17
    These verses highlight five qualities of the true servants of Allah:

    Steadfast Patience - One who is fireman what is pleasing to Allah
    Those Who are True - Those who make the right commitment in life. Their actions correspond to their words.
    Truly Devoted to Allah - They turn to Allah in supplication and prayer, in a state of need.
    Ever Giving - They spend on the needy, and spend in the ways of good.
    Those Who Seek Forgiveness in Depths of the Nights

     

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    20 min
  • The Etiquettes of Companionship (Part 7): “Giving People a Second Chance” and the 3 Steps of Interacting with Others – Shaykh Yahya Rhodus

    In colloquial terms, “Giving People a Second Chance” is a crucial Etiquette of Companionship mentioned in Iman Abdulwahhab ash-Sha’rani’s book Adab as-Suhbah. Shaykh Yahya explains its meaning, in part, with a beautiful story of a righteous man and a tree. He also discusses the 3-step process that should govern our interactions with each other, allowing us to embody the hadith about the believers resembling one body and to inoculate ourselves from the diseases of our current time.

    You were listening to Al-Maqasid podcast powered by SeekersGuidance Global. The Maqasid (purposes) that are foundational to life of the believer are (1) Knowledge, (2) Devotion and (3) Service. It is through these purposes that we are able to truly fulfil our duty on Earth. Join us on this podcast as we explore these purposes which carry the meanings of the Prophetic inheritance.

     

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    40 min
  • The Etiquettes of Companionship (Part 7): “Giving People a Second Chance” and the 3 Steps of Interacting with Others – Shaykh Yahya Rhodus
    In colloquial terms, “Giving People a Second Chance” is a crucial Etiquette of Companionship mentioned in Iman Abdulwahhab ash-Sha’rani’s book Adab as-Suhbah. Shaykh Yahya explains its meaning, in part, with a beautiful story of a righteous man and a tree. He also discusses the 3-step process that should govern our interactions with each other, allowing us to embody the hadith about the believers resembling one body and to inoculate ourselves from the diseases of our current time.



    You were listening to Al-Maqasid podcast powered by SeekersGuidance Global. The Maqasid (purposes) that are foundational to life of the believer are (1) Knowledge, (2) Devotion and (3) Service. It is through these purposes that we are able to truly fulfil our duty on Earth. Join us on this podcast as we explore these purposes which carry the meanings of the Prophetic inheritance.

     

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    40 min
  • A Day in Madina (Part 4) – Shaykh Faid Mohammed Said
    In this fourth part of the series A Day in Madina by Shaykh Faid, he continues by describing how the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) loved each and everyone of his umma. He (peace and blessings be upon him) called those who believed in him even though they never met him as his brothers. The Prophet’s actions (peace and blessings be upon him) have been transmitted from generation to generation. Shaykh Faid goes on and explains how after the companion Bilal (may Allah be pleased with him) calls for the prayer, the companions wouldn’t stand up until they saw the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him). All of the Prophet’s actions were with absolute humility. He (peace and blessings be upon him) would stand for his daughter Fatima as a way to honor her (may Allah be pleased with her). He gave attention to everyone, and honored everyone. Respect was learned from Prophetic actions. Shaykh Faid then explains some of the meanings of the prayer that are learned from the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him).
     

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    25 min

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