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The Heart Has Six States – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Jan 01, 2022

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Shaykh Faraz Rabbani explains the words of Abu Bakr al-Warraq, one of the great early Muslims, who said that “The heart has six states: (1) life or (2) death; (3) health or (4) sickness; (5) wakefulness or (6) sleep.

“Its life is guidance, and its death is misguidance.

“Its health is purity and limpidity, and its sickness is being roiled up and attached.

“Its wakefulness is remembrance, and its sleep is heedlessness.

“Each of these has a sign:

(1) The sign of life is avid news and awe and acting accordingly.

(2) The sign of death is the opposite.

(3) The sign of health is experiencing [spiritual meanings].

(4) The sign of sickness is the opposite.

(5) The sign of wakefulness is hearing and seeing [spiritually, from Allah].

(6) The sign of sleep is the opposite.”

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Avoid Three Things, Then Do What You Wish – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Dec 28, 2021

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Shaykh Faraz Rabbani explains a counsel of Shah Ibn Shuja al-Kirmani, a great righteous scholar of the early Muslims, who would tell his students, “Avoid lying, cheating, and backbiting—and then do what you wish.” [Qushayri, Risala]

These are “foundational vices,” as Imam Arusi explains. Shaykh Faraz explains why each is fundamentally against Prophetic teachings—and how their opposites are the essence of the sunna:

(1) Being truthful (sidq); (2) Being trustworthy (amana); and (3) Saying good about others.

The Messenger of Allah (peace & blessings be upon him) said, “There is no faith in one who can’t be trusted, and there is no religion in one who doesn’t fulfill their commitments.” [Ahmad, and others]

The Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him) said, “Whoever believes in Allah and the Last Day should say the good or remain silent.” [Bukhari and Muslim]

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Attaining Sincerity Requires Effort- Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Dec 24, 2021

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What does doing sincerely for the sake of Allah Most High mean, and how do we attain it? In this short reminder, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani explains that doing good deeds for the pleasure of Allah Most High requires effort, particularly in our acts of devotion. He stresses that Allah Most High does not accept actions without intentions and reminds us to do everything purely for the sake of Allah Most High – whether mundane matters like eating, drinking, the way we dress, or when in worship. He emphasizes that we are responsible for our actions and use of time.

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What is Prophetic Love? – Shaykh Abdullah Misra Dec 17, 2021

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In this short reminder, Shaykh Abdullah Misra delves into the true meaning of Prophetic love. How and why did the men and women around the Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace) follow him? Are we copying The Beloved’s example mindlessly and mechanically? Shaykh Abdullah Misra explains that everything the Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace) did was an act of worship.

We take the Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace) as our exemplar, hoping that Allah Most High connects us to him. To obtain this successfully, we need to cultivate true love for him (Allah bless him and give him peace). Shaykh Abdullah Misra alludes to two upcoming courses on the life and character of Allah’s Prophet that will help us reach a deeper level of love, reverence, and closeness to him.

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Making Allah One’s Complete Sufficiency – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Dec 10, 2021

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Trials and tests are undeniably part of this worldly life. How we respond can help us navigate these tests, big or small, and ultimately gain contentment. In this reminder, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani gives a beautiful and uplifting reminder that tests and tribulations are great opportunities to cultivate trust (Tawakkul) in Allah Most High.

He unpacks the practical ways to cultivate Tawakkul and explains the essence of making Allah Most High our Wakil (agent). We do not rely on ourselves but transfer responsibility to Him alone, confident that things will be in the best of our interests.

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Being Presence With Allah in Small Acts- Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Nov 28, 2021

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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 these small acts, we should aim to be present with Allah Most High. For more SeekersGuidance podcast shows, visit https://seekersguidance.org/podcasts/. Help SeekersGuidance reach millions around the world through reliable knowledge and guidance from qualified scholars, completely free: become a monthly supporter – www.seekersguidance.org/donate.

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Mean It Then Say It, A Key To Remembrance of Allah – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Nov 21, 2021

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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”, “Alhamdulilah”, “Laa ilaaha ill-Allah” and “Allahu Akbar” is a gift. However, engaging our hearts can make us feel the Love and Magnificence of Allah Most High. He reminds us that Allah Most High knows all our weaknesses, accepts our every effort, and through His Mercy, magnifies its consequences. For more SeekersGuidance podcast shows, visit seekersguidance.org/podcast

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The Essence of the Prophet’s Sunna: Remembrance and Presence with Allah – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Oct 16, 2021

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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 essence of the example of the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him): being consistent in remembrance of Allah (dhikr)—and seeking and attaining presence (hudur) with Allah Most High.

He explains how to make this remembrance and presence the basis of our worship, our work, our family life and relations, and all that we do in life.

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Truth and Reconciliation and Sura al-Asr – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Oct 02, 2021

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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. Shaykh Faraz reflects on Sura al Asr in light of the day of Truth and Reconciliation.

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What is Praise? – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Sep 18, 2021

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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.

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