The Rawha: Daily Guidance for Seekers with Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

In this podcast, Shaykh Yahya Rhodus calls the believers to reflect on the history in the Qur’an being a sacred history. Shaykh Yahya goes on to explain the high rank of Sayyida Khadija and how every time the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him)left the house he mentioned her out of a heartfelt connection.

Shaykh Yahya goes on to give a lovely metaphor when he said Sayyida Khadija was like the womb for the birth of Islam. She nurtured, comforted and gave reassurance to the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him), and supported him. The first bond of Islam was with Sayyida Khadija.

At the first revelation she gave testimony of 5 things about the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him): 1)He maintains family ties 2) You bare the burdens of others 3) You give to the needy and raise them4) You show hospitality 5) You assist during times of calamity

Shaykh Yahya ended by saying when he thinks of Sayyida Khadija he thinks 3 things: Support, Sacrifice, and Service.

This talk took place at the Harrow mosque in the U.K.

Larayb Institute for Education 

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In this Friday khutba, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani calls the believers to reflect on the urgent call in Surat al-Waqi’a (Sura 56 of the Qur'an) to turn to Allah through realization of the majestic qualities of Allah. Shaykh Faraz explains how none will deny the reality of the hereafter to occur.

Shaykh Faraz goes on to explain that there are three groups that will be resurrected on the day of judgment:

1) People of the right hand - eternal contentment, reward, and joy

2) People of the left hand - eternal loss, and external misery

3) Very foremost - they are drawn closer to Allah

Lastly the three qualities of the foremost are mentioned:

1) Sincerity in everything one does.

2) Strive in everything one does in the best way possible.

3) Hasten to forgiveness when one falls short.

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This Friday khutba was delivered by Shaykh Faraz at the Bosnian Islamic Association “Gazi Husrev-Beg” (http://www.biaghb.com/) in Toronto, in October 2017.

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Shaykh Faraz continues the text, “Letter to a Disciple” by Imam Ghazali, where he relates the story of Imam Hatem al-Asam with his teacher Shaqiq al-Balkhi. Imam Hatem shares the remaining four of the eight life lessons he learned from his teacher. The fifth lesson was to be content with what Allah has apportioned, and not to envy other for what Allah has granted them. The sixth lesson was to take Satan as one’s enemy and not people. Animosity in relation to other people should be directed towards actions and not persons. The seventh lesson was to realize that Allah has guaranteed one’s provision, so one should focus their concern on drawing close to Allah. The eighth and final lesson was to rely completely on Allah.

The texts will be read in Arabic, translated, and commented upon briefly. This class is of benefit both for committed students of knowledge—particularly given the reading in Arabic—and for those simply seeking daily guidance, reminders, and inspiration in learning to live the light of Prophetic guidance.

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Shaykh Faraz continues the text, "Letter to a Disciple" by Imam Ghazali, where he relates the story of Imam Hatem al-Asam with his teacher Shaqiq al-Balkhi. Imam Hatem shares the remaining four of the eight life lessons he learned from his teacher. The fifth lesson was to be content with what Allah has apportioned, and not to envy other for what Allah has granted them. The sixth lesson was to take Satan as one's enemy and not people. Animosity in relation to other people should be directed towards actions and not persons. The seventh lesson was to realize that Allah has guaranteed one's provision, so one should focus their concern on drawing close to Allah. The eighth and final lesson was to rely completely on Allah.

(1)Imam Yusuf al-Nabahani’s beautiful collection of 40 sets of 40 Hadiths of the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him); and

(2) Imam Ghazali's "Letter to a Disciple" on his comprehensive advice to the seeker of knowledge.

The texts will be read in Arabic, translated, and commented upon briefly. This class is of benefit both for committed students of knowledge—particularly given the reading in Arabic—and for those simply seeking daily guidance, reminders, and inspiration in learning to live the light of Prophetic guidance.

Checkout all of the SeekersHub podcasts by visiting http://seekershub.org/podcasts/

Shaykh Faraz continues the text, "Letter to a Disciple" by Imam Ghazali, where he relates the story of Imam Hatem al-Asam with his teacher Shaqiq al-Balkhi. Imam Hatem shares the remaining four of the eight life lessons he learnt from his teacher. The fifth lesson was to be content with what Allah has apportioned, and not to envy other for what Allah has granted them. The sixth lesson was to take Satan as one's enemy and not people. Animosity in relation to other people should be directed towards actions and not persons. The seventh lesson was to realize that Allah has guaranteed one's provision, so one should focus their concern on drawing close to Allah. The eighth and final lesson was to rely completely on Allah.

(1)Imam Yusuf al-Nabahani’s beautiful collection of 40 sets of 40 Hadiths of the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him); and

(2) Imam Ghazali's "Letter to a Disciple" on his comprehensive advice to the seeker of knowledge.

The texts will be read in Arabic, translated, and commented upon briefly. This class is of benefit both for committed students of knowledge—particularly given the reading in Arabic—and for those simply seeking daily guidance, reminders, and inspiration in learning to live the light of Prophetic guidance.

Checkout all of the SeekersHub podcasts by visiting http://seekershub.org/podcast/

Renowned Muslim author and story-teller were interviewed by Aashif Sacha, in Auckland, New Zealand. He says: "I was fortunate enough to meet Ustadha Mehded Maryam Sinclair on a sunny Auckland morning. From the moment I met her, she filled the room with grace.  As she gazed out of the window, Ustadha Mehded spoke candidly about her journey into storytelling, the challenges she experienced and she also offers some timeless wisdom that all listeners will benefit from."

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In this Friday sermon, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani reflects on the momentous day of Ashura (10th of Muharram), and the great events that historically took place on that day. The stories tell of noble struggles for good, for the sake of Allah Most High. Shaykh Faraz then asks: "what is our individual struggle through which we turn to Allah and seek His closeness?"

Shaykh Faraz recounts the stories of Moses with Pharaoh, because it was on this day that Allah Most High saved Moses and his people from Pharaoh, as has come in the hadith. He also recounts the story of the martyrdom of al-Hussayn (may Allah be pleased with him), the grandson of Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him). Shaykh Faraz also recounts the migration (hijra) of Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him), as we have just entered into the new Hijri year. All of these stories portray a struggle for good, for the sake of Allah Most High. Shaykh Faraz then calls everyone to ask themselves "what is my struggle in this life to turn to Allah?" The struggle could be getting up for Fajr, keeping up the five daily prayers, spending in the way of good, upholding justice, etc. The struggle is anything that one exerts themselves, time and effort seeking Allah thereby. He finally calls to take ourselves into account on how we spend our time, and to try to make good use of our lives.

This Friday sermon was delivered in September of 2017 at the University of Toronto.

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In this episode, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani covers the hadiths thirty four to forty, concluding the ninth set of hadiths of Imam Nabahani on the virtues of the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him). In the thirty fourth hadith we learn about al-Kawthar, the river Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) is granted in paradise. The thirty fifth informs us about the virtue of the followers of Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) on the Day of Judgement and how they will be illuminated due to their performance of ablution in this world. In the thirty sixth hadith we are told about how Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) will be the first to traverse the bridge over the Hellfire. The thirty seventh hadith tells us about the intercession of Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him). Hadith thirty eight informs us about how Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) will be the first to open the doors of heaven. The thirty ninth hadith tells us about the events of Prophet Muhammad’s (peace and blessings be upon him) night journey.

Finally, Shaykh Faraz reads and explains the fortieth hadith, which is a lengthy hadith on Prophet Muhammad’s (peace and blessings be upon him) great intercession in the hereafter. The hadith highlights the great rank of the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him), the events of the hereafter of people seeking the different prophets’ intercessions, and the care and concern of the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) for his people.

The texts will be read in Arabic, translated, and commented upon briefly. This class is of benefit both for committed students of knowledge—particularly given the reading in Arabic—and for those simply seeking daily guidance, reminders, and inspiration in learning to live the light of Prophetic guidance.

Checkout all of the SeekersGuidance podcasts by visiting https://seekersguidance.org/podcasts/

In this episode, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani covers the hadiths thirty four to forty, concluding the ninth set of hadiths of Imam Nabahani on the virtues of the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him). In the thirty fourth hadith we learn about al-Kawthar, the river Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) is granted in paradise. The thirty fifth informs us about the virtue of the followers of Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) on the Day of Judgement and how they will be illuminated due to their performance of ablution in this world. In the thirty sixth hadith we are told about how Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) will be the first to traverse the bridge over the Hellfire. The thirty seventh hadith tells us about the intercession of Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him). Hadith thirty eight informs us about how Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) will be the first to open the doors of heaven. The thirty ninth hadith tells us about the events of Prophet Muhammad's (peace and blessings be upon him) night journey.

Finally, Shaykh Faraz reads and explains the fortieth hadith, which is a lengthy hadith on Prophet Muhammad's (peace and blessings be upon him) great intercession in the hereafter. The hadith highlights the great rank of the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him), the events of the hereafter of people seeking the different prophets' intercessions, and the care and concern of the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) for his people.

(1)Imam Yusuf al-Nabahani’s beautiful collection of 40 sets of 40 Hadiths of the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him); and

(2) Imam Ghazali's "Letter to a Disciple" on his comprehensive advice to the seeker of knowledge.

The texts will be read in Arabic, translated, and commented upon briefly. This class is of benefit both for committed students of knowledge—particularly given the reading in Arabic—and for those simply seeking daily guidance, reminders, and inspiration in learning to live the light of Prophetic guidance.

Checkout all of the SeekersHub podcasts by visiting http://seekershub.org/podcasts/

In this episode, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani covers the hadiths thirty four to forty, concluding the ninth set of hadiths of Imam Nabahani on the virtues of the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him). In the thirty fourth hadith we learn about al-Kawthar, the river Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) is granted in paradise. The thirty fifth informs us about the virtue of the followers of Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) on the Day of Judgement and how they will be illuminated due to their performance of ablution in this world. In the thirty sixth hadith we are told about how Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) will be the first to traverse the bridge over the Hellfire. The thirty seventh hadith tells us about the intercession of Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him). Hadith thirty eight informs us about how Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) will be the first to open the doors of heaven. The thirty ninth hadith tells us about the events of Prophet Muhammad's (peace and blessings be upon him) night journey.

Finally, Shaykh Faraz reads and explains the fortieth hadith, which is a lengthy hadith on Prophet Muhammad's (peace and blessings be upon him) great intercession in the hereafter. The hadith highlights the great rank of the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him), the events of the hereafter of people seeking the different prophets' intercessions, and the care and concern of the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) for his people.

(1)Imam Yusuf al-Nabahani’s beautiful collection of 40 sets of 40 Hadiths of the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him); and

(2) Imam Ghazali's "Letter to a Disciple" on his comprehensive advice to the seeker of knowledge.

The texts will be read in Arabic, translated, and commented upon briefly. This class is of benefit both for committed students of knowledge—particularly given the reading in Arabic—and for those simply seeking daily guidance, reminders, and inspiration in learning to live the light of Prophetic guidance.

Checkout all of the SeekersHub podcasts by visiting http://seekershub.org/podcast/