Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq

'The Father of the Flame: A Tafsir of Surat 111 - Lahab' delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on 29th June 2012 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester

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Sūrat ʼl Lahab is a damnation of Abū Lahab and his family. Being the paternal uncle of the Prophet ﷺ meant that he had a great responsibility to assist and support the Prophet ﷺ. However, when he chose to oppose the Messenger ﷺ, it was considered so evil by Allāh that he and his family have been damned in the Qur’ān for all eternity.

He is the only enemy of the Prophet ﷺ mentioned in the Qur’ān by name. Despite all the wealth he amassed and the children he had, nothing could avail him before the wrath and punishment of Allāh and thus he is destined to enter the flaming fire of hell.

Along with his and his family's traitorous behaviour some of the core messages of this detailed exegeses is that, it is not who you are but what you do that is significant with Allāh, even if you are related to a Messenger ﷺ.

Along with this message, we learn that no one is responsible for another’s evil actions and behaviour. The Prophet ﷺ says in a ḥadīth, "Whoever’s deeds keeps him behind, his lineage will not propel him forward." [Muslim]

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The Evil Whisperers A Tafsir of Surat 'l Nas - Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on 27th April 2012 at Al Kawthar Academy (Leicester)

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Sūrat ʾl Nās focuses on the battle between truth and falsehood and between humans and Shayṭān. Its main aim and focus is to teach us to seek refuge in Allāh from the evil of the retreating whisperers from among men and devils.

Study the words of Allāh with the detailed exegesis of this Sūrah and find out how you can save yourself from the evil deceptions and delusions of humans as well as devils.

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The Clear Proof A Tafsīr Of Sūrat Al Bayyinah - Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on 25th October 2013 at Al Kawthar Academy (Leicester)

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This surah speaks about the relationship between the Muslims and the non- Muslims after the advent of Islam. The people of the book were awaiting a clear proof in the form of the Prophet ﷺ. However, despite all indications

that they should have believed, upon the arrival of the Messenger ﷺ they desisted and rejected the divine message.

The surah ends with the declaration from Allah of the ultimate abode of those who believe and those who reject. An account is given of those who are considered the best and those who are the worst of creation.

In addition, we also learn why the Qur’an was initially not send down as a bound book and remained as an oral message and the tradition of Islam. The answer is also given to the question, “Are Humans superior to Angels”?

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The Beginning Of Revelation A Tafsīr Of Sūrat Al ʿAlaq - Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on 31st January 2014 at Al Kawthar Academy (Leicester)

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How were the first words of the Qurʾān revealed and what were they? This important subject is covered in detail in this Tafsīr of Sūrat al-ʿAlaq.

Other important subjects covered include:

- The Islamic way of praising and criticising others.

- The great rank of Khadījah رضى الله عنها .

- Abū Jahl’s persecution of Rasūlullāh ﷺ and the Muslims.

- The corrosive nature of wealth.

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The Evil Whisperers A Tafsir of Surat 'l Nas - Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on 30th March 2012 at Al Kawthar Academy (Leicester)

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Sūrat ʼl Falaq is considered to be one of the most recited Sūrahs of the Noble Qurʾān. It is regarded as an extremely virtuous and blessed Sūrah and it is one of the best sūrats ever to be revealed.

The Prophet ﷺ says, ‘Allāh has revealed two sūrats to me this night, the likes of which have never been seen before. They are Sūrat ʼl Nās and Sūrat ʼl Falaq’. [Ṭabrānī]

Along with lessons and wisdoms, these sūrats also have protecting, guarding and preserving qualities. For this reason, the Prophet ﷺ himself would seek refuge in Allāh from the evil eye of men and Jinn by reciting these two sūrahs. [Tirmidhī]

This particular sūrah begins with mention of daybreak and the evils of all that Allāh has created. The subsequent verses are about the evils of the night, witchcraft, sorcery and magic. The sūrah is concluded with the mention of the evil and disastrous effects of envy.

Appreciate and value the words of Allāh by listening to a detailed exegesis of this sūrah. By developing a deep understanding of this sūrah and its application our worship will become more meaningful.

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Materialistic Greed & Rivalry A Tafsīr Of Sūrat ʾl Takāthur - Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on 24th May 2013 at Al Kawthar Academy (Leicester)

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Shaytan’s insinuations and whispers of fear of poverty have driven man to relentlessly pursue the amassing and accumulation of wealth and glory. This has created a sense of selfishness and ingratitude in man resulting in aspirations for what others possess. One’s entire life becomes a life of greed and rivalry all with the intention of displaying ones worth and value and with the intent of becoming superior.

The commentary of this sūrah condemns this attitude and calls for the realisation of the truth of existence. We are reminded not to be distracted by greed and rivalry in worldly material which will eventually destroy and envelop a person until death but rather appreciate the many favours we already possess.

The Messenger of Allāh ﷺ outlines the true definition of a rich person in the following ḥadīth:

‘Wealth is not the wealth of possession & material. Wealth is the wealth of the richness of the heart’. [Bukhārī]

From this commentary, we also learn the many ways of becoming content and eliminating distress. We also learn the permissibly of competing with one another in matters of religion.

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Renunciation Of Idolatry A Tafsīr Of Sūrat ʾl Kāfirūn - Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on 30th November 2012 at Al Kawthar Academy (Leicester)

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The content of this sūrah is an affirmation of the Oneness of Allāh, and that there is no compromise when it comes to the worship of Allāh.

The revelation of this sūrah was a direct result of the polytheists in Makkah requesting that the Prophet ﷺ agree to a compromise of alternating between the worship of Allāh and their idols. This sūrah was a rejection of polytheism in its entirety. The Prophet ﷺ never diverted his attention from the worship of Allāh. To further cement his conviction and belief, he would constantly recite this sūrah in his salah as well as before retiring to bed.

In this talk, a detailed etymology of the word Kāfir is also presented. Is the term Kāfir really as insolent, insulting and demeaning as is often portrayed?

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The Night Of Qadr A Tafsīr Of Sūrat Al Qadr - 29 - 11 - 13 by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq

The Greatest Loss A Tafsīr Of Sūrat ʾl ʿAsr - 06 - 04 - 13 by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq

The Striking Blow A Tafsīr Of Sūrat Ul Qāriʿah - 21 - 06 - 13 by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq