The Hikam with Shaykh Zahir Bacchus

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What's The Hikam with Shaykh Zahir Bacchus about?

This podcast covers “The Hikam”, considered a classical masterpiece in spiritual literature – by the spiritual master of 13th/14th century Ibn Ata’illah. The Hikam is a book of spiritual aphorisms containing timeless and pure spiritual wisdom.

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The Hikam with Shaykh Zahir Bacchus episodes:

11.28.2021
Being Presence With Allah in Small Acts- Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
We all strive to follow the Prophetic Way, whether it’s how we put on our shoes, sleep or eat. Shaykh Faraz Rabbani reminds us that following the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad (Blessings and peace be upon him) are not meaningless acts. Through...
11.21.2021
Mean It Then Say It, A Key To Remembrance of Allah – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
Remembrance of Allah Most High (Dhikr) is one of the virtuous acts of worship through which we can draw closer to Him Most High. Shaykh Faraz Rabbani reminds us that reciting the blessed words of dhikr such as “Subhan Allah”,...
10.16.2021
The Essence of the Prophet’s Sunna: Remembrance and Presence with Allah – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
Sayyida ‘A’isha (Allah be pleased with her) related that “The Messenger of Allah (peace & blessings be upon him) would remember Allah in all his states.” [Muslim] In this khutba, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani explains how to connect with the heart and...
10.02.2021
Truth and Reconciliation and Sura al-Asr – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
In this Friday Khutba, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani discusses relationships and how being a vicegerent of Allah on earth is about being true to Allah. This is capitulated in one of the most comprehensive chapters in the Quran, Surah al Asr....
09.18.2021
What is Praise? – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
In this episode of the SeekersGuidance podcast, Shaykh Faraz explains the importance of praising Allah. He explains the concept of praise and how participating in praising Allah is a blessing in itself. For more SeekersGuidance podcast shows, visit seekersguidance.org/podcast Help SeekersGuidance reach millions...
09.10.2021
Love Not the Fleeting – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
Shaykh Faraz reminds us of the fleeting nature of mortal love and the importance of love as it relates to Allah Most High and his messenger (Allah bless him and give him peace). Shaykh Faraz explains why lessons of Love...
08.17.2021
Spiritual Retreat and Covid Quarantine Similarities – Shaykh Abdullah Misra
In this podcast, Shaykh Abdullah Misra reflects on the similarities between covid quarantine and the spiritual retreat. A spiritual retreat is when one wants to be cut off from the worldliness of the world, explains Shaykh Abdullah. He also gives an...
08.08.2021
The Great Counsel – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
In this Friday reminder, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani explains a few of the opening verses of the Burda of Imam Busiri. Shaykh Faraz explains not all the importance of counsel but the effect of bad counsel. The purpose of good counsel...
08.03.2021
Guarding One’s Heart- Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
In this Friday reminder, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani reminds all of the importance of guarding one’s heart. How various things affect the heart, such as sins, wronging doings, and inappropriate thoughts. Shaykh Faraz explains one of the first things that affect one’s...
07.21.2021
The Abundant Good – Eid Sermon with Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
In this Eid al-Adha sermon, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani draws on key passages of the Quran on Allah's mercy and love for His servants. For more SeekersGuidance podcast shows, visit seekersguidance.org/podcast Help SeekersGuidance reach millions around the world through reliable knowledge and guidance from...
07.18.2021
Sacredness of Dhul Hijja – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
In this Friday reminder, Shaykh Faraz reminds all why the month of Dhul Hijja is sacred. It is a month Allah swore by; it is a month one can take the opportunity to turn to Allah Most High. Renewing one’s...
07.10.2021
Love One Another as a Means to Loving Allah- Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
In this reminder from the SeekersGuidance Canada Friday Circle of Remembrance. Shaykh Faraz Rabbani reminds all the believers of what it means to love and the importance of loving but loving all else for the love of Allah. He quotes some...
07.03.2021
The Greatest gift is the Prophet Muhammad (Allah bless him and give him peace) – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
In this short reminder, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani reminds the believers that of the greatest gifts one has is the Prophet Muhammad (Allah bless him and give him peace). One should recognize this gift and renew the commitment of this gift,...
05.28.2021
Remembering the Days of Allah: Commemorating the Battle of Badr- Imam Yama Niazi
In this podcast, Imam Yama Niazi reminds all that there are great days that remind everyone of Allah, and the day of Badr is one of those days. It is a victory of Allah. It is the first battle between...
05.19.2021
Giving and Prevention from Ibn ‘Ata’Illah’s Hikam – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
This class is based on some of the key works on spiritual teaching. Shaykh Faraz Rabbani opens up by explaining how one deals with the test and how the nature of this life is meant to be a test for...
04.09.2021
How Faith is Nurtured – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
Shaykh Faraz presents Imam Ghazali's exposition in the second chapter of the Ihya on the Principles of Beliefs, that faith presented through submission and worship. For more SeekersGuidance podcast shows, visit seekersguidance.org/podcasts. Help SeekersGuidance reach millions around the world through reliable knowledge...
03.30.2021
Ramadan with Purpose: Fasting As An Expression of Love for Allah – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
Shaykh Faraz Rabbani explains that the reality of religion and faith revolves around love and gratitude. Allah Most High tells us, "And those who believe are more intense in their love of Allah." (Quran) Everything we do in Ramadan and...
03.15.2021
Why Remember Allah Part Two – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
Shaykh Faraz Rabbani leads a special session of SeekersGuidance Canada’s Coffee and Connections discussion circle on why we remember Allah. In addition to discussing a variety of benefits, he explains that the main reason for our remembrance is Allah’s remembering...
03.07.2021
Why Remember Allah Part One – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
Shaykh Faraz Rabbani leads a special session of SeekersGuidance Canada's Coffee and Connections discussion circle on why we remember Allah. In addition to discussing a variety of benefits, he explains that the main reason for our remembrance is Allah's remembering...
03.01.2021
Are you too busy to worship God- Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
We may feel that work, studies, family, parents, and all the things we need to do, are unduly stealing our time and we are too busy to worship God. In this week's Friday Reminder, Shaykh Faraz beautifully shows us how...
02.22.2021
Gratitude is the Best Attitude- Shaykh Yusuf Weltch
We are often blind to the blessings that God rains down upon us in our daily lives. And so we wrongly attribute our talents and blessings to our own efforts and blame our hardships on the failures and shortcomings of...
02.11.2021
The blessings of sending Salawat upon our Beloved – Imam Yama Niazi
If sending just one prayer of peace and blessings upon Prophet Muhammad [peace be upon him] grants us ten in return from Allah himself, what is our excuse for not filling our time with sending abundantly more? In this week’s Friday...
02.06.2021
“The Power of Intention – Turning the Mundane into Sacred”- Imam Yama Niazi
It is Allah alone who we worship and it is Allah alone who we ask for help. The one constant throughout our lives is The One who is constantly in existence. The Everlasting, Allah. Worldly Obligations throughout our lives often...
01.31.2021
Treading the Path of Benefit- Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
Shaykh Faraz Rabbani discusses the importance of being a person of true benefit through following in the footsteps of those who have succeeded us. The path of guidance is a path to obtain virtue through seeking and learning knowledge explains Shaykh...
01.22.2021
The Prophet Muhammad’s (Allah bless him and give him peace) Living Tradition- Shaykh Yahya Rhodus
In this podcast, Shaykh Yahya Rhodus begins by explaining that the prophetic mission is a living tradition and a lived reality. He goes on to give several examples of what is meant by a living tradition, a tradition that is...
01.16.2021
Let us connect with Allah-Shaykh Jamal-ud-Deen Hysaw
Almost a year has passed on this pandemic, and we are forced to stay at home in isolation. It is an opportunity for us to use this time to reflect and reconnect. In this week's Friday Reminder, Shaykh Jamal reminds...
01.12.2021
Hearts Unguarded: Reflections on the Storming of the Capitol – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
Shaykh Faraz Rabbani offers reflections on the Storming of the U.S. Capitol from a political perspective, but also from a spiritual one. The fragility of democratic institutions can serve to remind us of the fragility of our own hearts, and...
01.06.2021
Benefits of Self Isolation – Ustadh Abdullah Misra
In these troubling times, we are forced to stay in self-isolation. This can be a blessing if we consider it as a spiritual retreat, a time for self-reflection. In this week's Friday Reminder, Ustadh Abdullah Misra reminds us that we...
01.02.2021
Contentment with Where Allah Has Placed You – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
In this reminder, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani warns against mere religious fantasizing as contrary to contentment with the decree. He cites two stories where companions advised people not to wish to be where Allah did not place them. These companions reminded...
12.30.2020
Will I be Forgiven?- Shaykh Yusuf Weltch
Allah didn't create us to be perfect, and that is not the purpose of our creation. We are not meant to become sinless. Striving for perfection would cause us to feel all types of despair because we are trying to...
12.26.2020
Prophetic Response to Trials and Tribulations – Shaykh Yusuf Weltch
Shaykh Yusuf Weltch begins by explaining some of the trials the Prophet Muhammad (Allah bless him and give him peace) went through in his life. He starts with the trials from the people of Ta’if. How they ran him out of...
12.21.2020
Allah Test Those Whom He Loves- The Tests of Messenger of Allah (Allah bless him and give him peace)- Shaykh Yusuf Weltch
Shaykh Yusuf Weltch begins this talk by explaining how it was the prophets (peace be upon them) who were tested the most, and how the Prophet Muhammad (Allah bless him and give him peace) was the most tested of all...
12.20.2020
What does it mean to love God?- Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
Love has consequences and divine love has divine consequences. In this week’s Friday reflection, SeekersGuidance Executive Director, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, talks us through what it means to truly love God. For more SeekersGuidance podcast shows, visit seekersguidance.org/podcasts. Help SeekersGuidance reach millions around...
12.18.2020
The Prophetic Standard of Virtue – Shaykh Omar Qureshi
In this talk, Shaykh Omar Qureshi explores the idea of the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) being our uswah ("excellent model"; Quran 33.21) and point of reference, and how it helps us understand who we are. With...
12.12.2020
Steadfastness in Trials 02- Shaykh Yusuf Weltch
Shaykh Yusuf begins by explaining one of the signs of Allah’s love is not by not being tested or acquiring a lot of wealth. He explains who is beloved to Allah. It is the one who is able to adore...
12.09.2020
Steadfastness in Trials-01- Shaykh Yusuf Weltch
Shaykh Yusuf Weltch begins the lesson by reminding all of the great stories that are related in the Qur’an. Of the greatest of stories we know is the story of Prophet Yusuf (peace be upon him). Shaykh Yusuf then goes...
12.09.2020
143 – Feeling Abashed Before Allah When Praised- The Hikam – Shaykh Zahir Bacchus
In this episode, Shaykh Zahir Bacchus covers the 143rd aphorism of the Hikam : "The believer when praised feels abashed before Allah to be extolled for a trait he does not see in himself." This podcast covers "The Hikam", considered a classical masterpiece...
12.03.2020
Purification and Increase Through Zakat and Charity – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
Shaykh Faraz explains how zakat and charity can be a means of purification and increase, as Allah has told us in the Qur'an: "Take from their wealth 'O Prophet' charity to purify and bless them, and pray for them—surely your...
11.27.2020
142 – When People Praise You- The Hikam – Shaykh Zahir Bacchus
In this episode, Shaykh Zahir Bacchus covers the 142nd aphorism of the Hikam : "People praise you for what they suppose you to be. So blame your self for for what you know it to be." This podcast covers "The Hikam", considered a...
11.27.2020
Sound Hearts. Sound Societies. – Shaykh Yahya Rhodus
Shaykh Yahya explains to us and gives us a background of what a sound society means and what does a sound heart entails, drawing on references from the Qur'an and the Sunna. For more SeekersGuidance podcast shows, visit seekersguidance.org/podcasts Help SeekersGuidance reach millions...
11.25.2020
The Sealed Heart – What is it and how can it be unsealed? – Shaykh Faid Mohammed Said
Shaykh Faid Said answers the following questions about the spiritual condition of a sealed heart. What is it? Can it be unsealed? If so, what would be the steps to take? Can there be an irreversible sealing of the heart? For...
11.22.2020
141 – Allah is in Control of Everything- The Hikam – Shaykh Zahir Bacchus
In this episode, Shaykh Zahir Bacchus covers the 141st aphorism of the Hikam : "Things are affirmed by His affirming them, and effaced by the soleness of His Entity." This podcast covers "The Hikam", considered a classical masterpiece in spiritual literature - written...
11.14.2020
Spiritual Manners of Prophet Muhammad (Allah bless him and give him peace) – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
Shaykh Faraz Rabbani draws from Imam Abu 'Abd al-Rahman al-Sulami's work "The Compendium of Manners on the Spiritual Path" to refresh our heart's gaze on the actions and comportment of the Beloved Messenger (peace and blessing be upon him). For more...
11.12.2020
The Prophet Musa and Khidr and Knowledge – Shaykh Walead Mosaad
Shaykh Walead explains verses 60 to 82 of Surah Kahf, which tell the story of Prophet Musa (peace be upon him) with Khidr. He highlights the key lessons from the story and significant themes it addresses. For more SeekersGuidance podcast shows,...
11.10.2020
The Parable of the Good Tree: Tafsir of Quran 14:24-27 – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
Shaykh Faraz Rabbani looks at a classical commentary on verses 24-27 of Sura Ibrahim. He explains different opinions on which is the "good word" and the "good tree" and how the metaphor relates to the believer. He also offers basic...
11.07.2020
Nurturing the Tree of Faith & Institution Building – Shaykh Yahya Rhodus
Shaykh Yahya Rhodus shares his viewpoint that in this phase of North American Islam, the most important priority is institution-building and conveying the Prophetic inheritance. He reflects on the idea of the Tree of Faith as a metaphor for institution...
11.05.2020
The Importance and Method of Seeking Sacred Knowledge – Shaykh Walead Mosaad
In this counsel, Shaykh Walead Mosaad shares advice for seekers of knowledge. He highlights the imperative nature of seeking knowledge and the importance of the transmission of the Islamic sciences, offering insights into the precision of our oral tradition. Reminding...
11.03.2020
Distinguishing Traits of the Family of the Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace) – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
Shaykh Faraz Rabbani narrates and explains one of the hadiths in Sahih Bukhari, from the chapter on "The Distinguishing Traits of the Immediate Family of the Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace), and The Particular Merits of Fatima...
10.31.2020
Living Faith Fully – Meanings, Gratitude, Certitude, and Tests and Blessings- Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
Shaykh Faraz Rabbani shares four keys to “Living Faith Fully.” He explains the journey of life as being a journeying from (a) merely living; to (b) having faith; to (c) living this faithfully. For this, he advises that: One. Strive to live...
10.31.2020
3 Ways to Connect to Prophet Muhammad (Allah bless him and give him peace) in Rabi’ al-Awwal – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
Shaykh Faraz Rabbani provides a comprehensive and practical counsel on how we can connect with Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) in the month of his birth, Rabi' al-Awwal. He gives us three goals to aim for this...

What's The Hikam with Shaykh Zahir Bacchus about?

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The Hikam with Shaykh Zahir Bacchus episodes:

Being Presence With Allah in Small Acts- Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

Mean It Then Say It, A Key To Remembrance of Allah – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

The Essence of the Prophet’s Sunna: Remembrance and Presence with Allah – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

Truth and Reconciliation and Sura al-Asr – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

What is Praise? – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

Love Not the Fleeting – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

Spiritual Retreat and Covid Quarantine Similarities – Shaykh Abdullah Misra

The Great Counsel – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

Guarding One’s Heart- Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

The Abundant Good – Eid Sermon with Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

Sacredness of Dhul Hijja – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

Love One Another as a Means to Loving Allah- Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

The Greatest gift is the Prophet Muhammad (Allah bless him and give him peace) – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

Remembering the Days of Allah: Commemorating the Battle of Badr- Imam Yama Niazi

Giving and Prevention from Ibn ‘Ata’Illah’s Hikam – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

How Faith is Nurtured – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

Ramadan with Purpose: Fasting As An Expression of Love for Allah – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

Why Remember Allah Part Two – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

Why Remember Allah Part One – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

Are you too busy to worship God- Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

Gratitude is the Best Attitude- Shaykh Yusuf Weltch

The blessings of sending Salawat upon our Beloved – Imam Yama Niazi

“The Power of Intention – Turning the Mundane into Sacred”- Imam Yama Niazi

Treading the Path of Benefit- Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

The Prophet Muhammad’s (Allah bless him and give him peace) Living Tradition- Shaykh Yahya Rhodus

Let us connect with Allah-Shaykh Jamal-ud-Deen Hysaw

Hearts Unguarded: Reflections on the Storming of the Capitol – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

Benefits of Self Isolation – Ustadh Abdullah Misra

Contentment with Where Allah Has Placed You – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

Will I be Forgiven?- Shaykh Yusuf Weltch

Prophetic Response to Trials and Tribulations – Shaykh Yusuf Weltch

Allah Test Those Whom He Loves- The Tests of Messenger of Allah (Allah bless him and give him peace)- Shaykh Yusuf Weltch

What does it mean to love God?- Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

The Prophetic Standard of Virtue – Shaykh Omar Qureshi

Steadfastness in Trials 02- Shaykh Yusuf Weltch

Steadfastness in Trials-01- Shaykh Yusuf Weltch

143 – Feeling Abashed Before Allah When Praised- The Hikam – Shaykh Zahir Bacchus

Purification and Increase Through Zakat and Charity – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

142 – When People Praise You- The Hikam – Shaykh Zahir Bacchus

Sound Hearts. Sound Societies. – Shaykh Yahya Rhodus

The Sealed Heart – What is it and how can it be unsealed? – Shaykh Faid Mohammed Said

141 – Allah is in Control of Everything- The Hikam – Shaykh Zahir Bacchus

Spiritual Manners of Prophet Muhammad (Allah bless him and give him peace) – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

The Prophet Musa and Khidr and Knowledge – Shaykh Walead Mosaad

The Parable of the Good Tree: Tafsir of Quran 14:24-27 – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

Nurturing the Tree of Faith & Institution Building – Shaykh Yahya Rhodus

The Importance and Method of Seeking Sacred Knowledge – Shaykh Walead Mosaad

Distinguishing Traits of the Family of the Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace) – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

Living Faith Fully – Meanings, Gratitude, Certitude, and Tests and Blessings- Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

3 Ways to Connect to Prophet Muhammad (Allah bless him and give him peace) in Rabi’ al-Awwal – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani