The Revert Podcast

How did the revelation of the Qur'an begin? The cave of Hira, Jibreel's first words "Read!", Khadija's comfort, Waraqah's answer, and what revelation means for a Muslim today. The first episode of The Revelation Series: the Qur'an explained in the order it was revealed.

Chapters:
0:00 What revelation is: knowledge from Allah
2:59 53:3-4 and 4:113 — the Sunnah is revelation too
6:41 4:80 and 59:7 — obeying the Messenger
8:50 42:51 — three ways Allah speaks to His messengers
10:50 How it began: true dreams and seclusion in Hira
14:21 Jibreel in the cave: "Read"
16:26 96:1-3 — the first verses, and the meaning of ʿalaq
18:56 Back to Khadija: "Allah will never disgrace you"
23:20 Waraqah ibn Nawfal
25:12 How revelation felt, and "a heavy word" (73:5)
28:19 26:192-195 — the Trustworthy Spirit brought it down
31:11 Why the Qur'an came down in stages
35:51 Part 2: revelation, the source of our knowledge
37:54 The hadith of Jibreel: Islam, iman and ihsan
42:45 5:3 — "This day I have perfected your religion"
45:20 15:9 — Allah preserves the revelation
46:36 Iqra, and the meaning of ʿalaq
48:35 Khadija, the first believer
49:24 Waraqah's words to the Prophet (peace be upon him)
50:23 Our duty to the Qur'an: recite, reflect, apply
54:09 Memorizing through repetition
57:19 Listening, tafsir, and starting with transliteration
59:03 Closing du'a

The full series, in order: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLU0rjnDqCA7Q
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Imam Safwan Salman · Abu Huthaifa
Qur'an text: quran.com · Translation: Saheeh International
The Revert, a Beckah Foundation channel

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A Vision for Our Community’s Future 🌙✨

In this special Friday episode of The Revert Show, we wrap up our weekly theme — Strengthening the Fabric of the Ummah.

We explore what our communities could look like if we lived fully by the Qur’an and Sunnah:
✅ Families built on mercy and prayer
✅ Youth who lead with faith and purpose
✅ Neighbors united by kindness
✅ Masajid that serve, teach, and inspire
✅ A society healed by forgiveness and unity

📖 “You are the best nation produced for mankind — enjoining what is right, forbidding what is wrong, and believing in Allah.” (Surah Aal-Imran 3:110)

💡 Key Message: The future of our ummah begins with each of us. Change yourself — and watch the world around you transform.

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رؤية لمستقبل مجتمعاتنا 🌙✨

في هذه الحلقة المميّزة من The Revert Show نختتم موضوع الأسبوع: تقوية نسيج الأمة.

نرسم معًا صورة المجتمع المسلم كما أرادها الله ورسوله ﷺ:
✅ أسر تقوم على الرحمة والصلاة
✅ شباب يقودون بالإيمان والعزيمة
✅ جيران يتعاملون بالمودة والإحسان
✅ مساجد تكون مراكز للعلم والخدمة
✅ مجتمع يشفيه العفو والوحدة

📖 ﴿كُنْتُمْ خَيْرَ أُمَّةٍ أُخْرِجَتْ لِلنَّاسِ تَأْمُرُونَ بِالْمَعْرُوفِ وَتَنْهَوْنَ عَنِ الْمُنكَرِ وَتُؤْمِنُونَ بِاللَّهِ﴾ [آل عمران: 110]

💡 الرسالة الأساسية: مستقبل الأمة يبدأ منّا نحن. غيّر نفسك… وسيتغيّر العالم من حولك.

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Chapters

0:00 Intro
4:29 The best nation: a duty, not a title
8:08 One body: our shared responsibility
10:11 Where our communities are today
15:09 What a healthy community looks like
25:55 Barriers: division, ego and selfishness
32:25 Start with family and neighbors

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In this episode of The Revert Show, we dive deep into the foundation of every strong society: the family. Islam places family at the very heart of community life — honoring parents, strengthening marriages, and raising children with Qur’an and salah.

We discuss Qur’anic guidance, authentic hadith, and the reality of today’s family challenges — from broken homes to the distractions of modern life. We also explore how even small Sunnah practices inside the home can transform the entire community.

💡 Key Takeaway: When families are strong, the ummah is strong. Change begins at home.

Chapters

0:00 Intro
5:28 Honoring parents and a mother's sacrifice
14:05 Why family ties matter
20:10 The best of you are best to their family
21:45 When families break, societies break
25:35 Protecting marriage
29:58 Parents are shepherds
35:38 Distractions and turning to dua
49:43 Closing reflection
55:27 Don't let screens raise your kids

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#Islam #RevertShow #MuslimFamily #Community #Quran #Hadith #Parenting #MarriageInIslam #StrongUmmah #IslamicPodcast

In this episode of The Revert Show, we reflect on the character of a noble human being and how the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ embodied the highest standard of morality. We explore the qualities of truthfulness, humility, generosity, mercy, and patience — and how these traits build a society rooted in justice and compassion. Drawing from the Qur’an, authentic hadith, and the examples of the Sahaba, this talk is a reminder that noble character is the heaviest deed on the scale on the Day of Judgment.

Listen in and be inspired to elevate your character, following in the footsteps of the Prophet ﷺ.

Chapters

0:00 Intro
3:00 What is nobility?
13:13 Nobility starts in the family
15:02 The Prophet: truthful and trustworthy
18:08 Fairness, generosity and mercy
20:37 Calm instead of anger
26:25 Trust and honesty in society
32:01 Living nobility every day
38:44 Nobility at any age
42:28 Good company and dua

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Marriage in Islam is more than companionship — it’s an act of worship and a foundation for strong families and communities. In this episode of The Revert Show, we dive deep into:

• Why marriage is half the religion.

• How to prepare spiritually, emotionally, and financially for married life.

• The rights and responsibilities of husbands and wives.

• Halal ways of building love before and after marriage.

• The challenges couples face today and how Islam provides timeless solutions.

With Qur’an, authentic hadith, and real-world statistics, this episode gives practical advice for those seeking marriage and guidance for those already married.

🎧 Available on:

• YouTube

• Spotify

• Apple Podcasts

Chapters

0:00 Intro
1:59 Marriage by the Creator's guidance
10:19 Prevention: protecting young people
17:50 What society is facing
23:48 Getting ready for marriage
25:02 Four reasons people marry
36:26 Staying far from zina
45:11 Am I ready? Patience, money and mahr
48:23 Treating your spouse well
55:55 Closing

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In this episode of The Revert Show, we continue our series on families by reflecting on the verse from Surat al-Isra: “Do not approach zina (fornication), indeed it is an abomination and an evil way” (Qur’an 17:32).

We explore why Allah commanded us not only to avoid zina but to stay away from everything that leads to it, and how this protects individuals, families, and society. Using real statistics on single-parent households, children raised without fathers, and the rising number of births outside marriage, we shed light on the catastrophic impact of ignoring this divine guidance.

At the same time, we highlight the mercy and wisdom of Allah’s system of marriage, where the man is obligated to provide for his wife and children, and even after divorce, continues to bear responsibility. Marriage ensures love, protection, lineage, and the survival of humanity with dignity.

This episode brings the discussion close to home—showing how the breakdown of families harms society and how Islam provides the solution through marriage, responsibility, and strong family ties.

Chapters

0:00 Intro
3:08 Do not approach zina (17:32)
6:53 Guarding the paths that lead to it
8:07 Not just a private act
15:00 Prevention is better than cure
26:56 How zina breaks families
30:08 Lineage: knowing where you come from
44:47 Marriage, the protective system
54:35 Rights of women and children

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Staying True to Islam: Overcoming Modern Challenges for Muslims in the West

In this episode we talked about justice, and the reason was due to the lack of justice that the inmate Marcellus Wallace AKA Brother Khalifa got

Chapters

0:00 Opening
1:51 What does justice mean to you?
3:39 Justice in Islam
9:45 How a trial works
26:31 Prison outreach and second chances
33:15 The believer's affair is all good
37:35 Ideas for da'wah
41:55 Being just in every little thing
44:27 Making time for knowledge
50:04 We will all be judged by the Most Just

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A throwback episode with brother Abdul Waly and Brother Khalil, that was aired back in the year of 2010 or so, on the Islamic Waves show.

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Chapters

0:00 Intro: a radio throwback
8:18 Eid al-Adha on the air
10:04 Meet the guests
12:27 Coming to Islam: a time of change
19:23 Ibrahim, Hajj and the sacrifice
22:45 Halal slaughter and care for animals
33:29 Celebrating Eid within Islam's limits
41:51 Keeping family ties
45:43 Islam removes racism
53:14 Come back to Allah: repentance

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An interview with brother Big Mike Abu Yusof 

it was an inspiring session 

i hope you all enjoy it 

Chapters

0:00 Getting connected
3:38 Welcome and introductions
8:30 A close-knit family
13:58 Church as a child, then doubts
18:22 The atheist years
20:18 The brother who stayed firm
26:21 "I thought I wasn't clean enough"
28:46 Marriage in Lebanon
40:16 Give new Muslims time
43:23 Supporting reverts after shahada

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