Quran in a Year+ (with Imam Saif Morad)

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Day 222- Faith on the Edge | Hajj 5-15 Apr 10, 2026

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In this episode, we explore how the Qur’an builds belief through reflection, taking you from what you can see to what you cannot see. If the signs are so clear, why do people still reject?

The answer lies deeper than a lack of knowledge. It’s about a fitrah that becomes covered, a worldview that shapes how we interpret reality, and a faith that was never grounded in certainty.

We unpack the difference between belief built on truth and belief built on circumstances, and why some people worship Allah only when life goes their way.

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Day 221- And We Did Not Send You Except As a Mercy to All of Creation | Anbiya 102-112, Hajj 1-4 Apr 09, 2026

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“We did not send you except as a mercy to all of creation.”

This verse is more than a statement. It is the lens through which Islam is meant to be understood.

In this episode, we explore how the Qur’an, the Prophet ﷺ, and the entire structure of this deen are built on mercy. Not a weak mercy, but a powerful, transformative one that guides, corrects, and elevates.

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Day 220- From the Belly of the Whale to Relief: The Dua of Yunus | Anbiya 87-101 Apr 08, 2026

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This episode explains the dua of Yunus عليه السلام and why it is a powerful means of relief in times of stress, anxiety, and hardship. We break down its core elements, tawhid, declaring Allah’s perfection, and admitting one’s faults, and how this mindset leads to real change.

You’ll also learn how this dua is guaranteed to be answered, what it teaches about taking responsibility instead of blaming, and how believers are promised relief when they turn to Allah sincerely.

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Day 219- Not Just Stories: Examples for Us to Follow | Anbiya 73-86 Apr 07, 2026

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These verses are not just stories. They are a blueprint.

Allah shows us what it means to be truly guided, what it means to lead, to worship, to think, and to endure. From the leadership of the prophets to the humility of Dawud and Sulayman, and the patience of Ayyub, this episode unpacks the qualities Allah loves and elevates. The goal is not to admire them from a distance, but to begin building these qualities within ourselves.

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Day 218- Are We Thinking or Just Following? | Anbiya 51-72 Apr 06, 2026

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We don’t always reject the truth because we don’t see it.
Sometimes… we reject it because we do.

In this episode, we explore the story of Ibrahim عليه السلام and uncover three powerful realities: the danger of blind following, the power of asking the right questions, and the psychology of denial. Why do people follow what they’ve always known without thinking? Why do we resist change even when the truth is clear?

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Day 217- We Can Change… But Do We Want To? | Anbiya 36-50 Apr 05, 2026

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We were created with a nature to be hasty. We feel it every day, in our reactions, our decisions, and the way we move through life. But the Qur’an reminds us that while this may be our nature, it is not our destiny.

In this episode, we explore how Islam shifts us from impulse to discipline, from distraction to purpose. We look at how comfort and success can quietly pull us away from Allah, why the state of the heart determines whether we truly benefit from the Qur’an, and what it means to develop khashyah, a deep awareness of Allah, especially when no one is watching.

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Day 216- Everything in Life Is a Test | Anbiya 19-35 Apr 04, 2026

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What are you really living for?

This episode takes you on a journey through the Qur’an’s powerful argument for the oneness of Allah, showing how the order of the universe itself points to one Creator. But it doesn’t stop there. It brings the conversation inward, asking a deeper question: what is your heart truly centered on?

From the subtle critique of false gods to the reality that everything in your life is a test, this episode connects faith, reflection, and real life. Because once you truly understand who Allah is, submission is no longer a burden, it becomes the only thing that makes sense.

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Day 215- Distracted Hearts and a Near Reckoning | Anbiya 1-18 Apr 03, 2026

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We live busy lives, distracted, scrolling, moving, chasing… while something far more important is getting closer every day: our accountability before Allah. This episode is a reminder to pause, reflect, and realign.

Why does falsehood seem so strong today? And how does the Qur’an dismantle it completely? Through deep insights and real-life connections, we explore how truth remains firm while everything else shifts, and how the Qur’an can either raise you or expose what you’ve chosen to ignore.

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Day 214- Follow Allah’s Guidance and Everything Falls Into Place | Taha 120-135 Apr 02, 2026

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What does real success actually look like?

In this episode, we explore a powerful equation from the Qur’an: follow Allah’s guidance and you will never be lost or miserable. Turn away, and even a life that looks full can feel empty on the inside.

We also dive into comparison culture, how constantly looking at what others have slowly steals your peace, and why gratitude is the key to protecting your heart. Finally, we uncover the connection between salah and rizq, and how building your life around prayer brings stability, clarity, and true success.

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Day 213- The Illusion of Time and the Reality of Regret | Taha 99-119 Apr 01, 2026

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The Qur’an is not just a book of the past, it is a wake-up call for your present.

In this episode, we reflect on how Allah’s reminders expose the illusion of time, the reality of regret, and the urgency of returning to Him. Through powerful insights from classical scholars, discover how a shift in perspective can transform your relationship with time, knowledge, and your journey to the Hereafter.

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