Yasir Qadhi

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Ending the Moon Wars - A Case for Calculations May 08, 2019

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Shaykh Dr. Yasir Qadhi divulges in immense detail , a powerful fiqh discussion on eliminating moon sighting deviance and paving the way for a start to Ramadan and Eid based on the good old calculations. The basis of all the assumptions should not supersede to maintain unity amongst the Muslim Ummah and avoid disputes of any sort , thus, deviating from the Sunnah.

Quranic Duas - Ramadan Khatirahs 2019 - Episode 02 - Al-Fatihah May 07, 2019

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Shaykh Dr. Yasir Qadhi acquaints us with the most oft-repeated dua in the whole world. This dua is from Surah Al Fatihah - Ihdinas Siraatul Mustaqeem. This dua is recited upto 30 times a day just via Salat. So imagine the reach and profundity of this verse! Among the etiquette of dua is to praise Allah in terms of His Names and Attributes first before jumping onto your request to Allah. Abu Huraira reported: The Prophet ﷺ said, “Allah SWT said: I have divided prayer between myself and my servant into two halves, and my servant shall have what he has asked for. When the servant says ‘all praise is due to Allah the Lord of the worlds,’ Allah says: My servant has praised me. When he says ‘the Gracious, the Merciful,’ Allah says: My servant has exalted me. When he says ‘the Master of the Day of Judgment,’ Allah says: My servant has glorified me and my servant has submitted to me. When he says ‘you alone we worship, you alone we ask for help,’ Allah says: This is between me and my servant, and my servant will have what he has asked for. When he says ‘guide us to the straight path, the path of those whom you have favored, not those who went astray,’ Allah says: This is for my servant, and my servant will have what he has asked for.” Listen intently to this video to fully fathom the stature of Surah Al Fatihah.

Quranic Duas - Ramadan Khatirahs 2019 - Episode 01 May 07, 2019

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Shaykh Yasir acquaints us with some specific duas from the Qur'an and Sunnah. The first in this series is the dua of Adam [AS]. "قَالَا رَبَّنَا ظَلَمْنَا أَنْفُسَنَا وَإِنْ لَمْ تَغْفِرْ لَنَا وَتَرْحَمْنَا لَنَكُونَنَّ مِنَ الْخَاسِرِينَ" They said, "Our Lord, we have wronged ourselves, and if You do not forgive us and have mercy upon us, we will surely be among the losers." [Surah Al A'raf, 7:23] The first act that Adam [AS] did of worship was making dua. Dua is the essence of worship. Only the true believer makes dua to Allah. The Shaykh explicitly narrates the meaning of this dua - who we are calling, acknowledging our own shortcomings and much more.

Mothers of the Believers - 11 - Zaynab b. Khuzayma & Umm Salama May 06, 2019

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Shaykh Yasir Qadhi now gives us valuable information in his next lecture on the 5th and 6th wife of the Prophet ﷺ - Zaynab bint Khuzayma RA and Umm Salama RA. Zaynab bint Khuzayma RA She belonged to the Hawashim tribe. Her mother was Hind bint Awf ibn Al Harith and Maymunah bint Al Harith RA and Umm Fadhl RA were her stepsisters. Her first husband is Tufayl Ibn Haritha RA and he is a prominent figure in the history of Islam with him being the first to die a Shaheed in the way of Islam whilst returning from the Battle of Badr due to worsening of his cut off leg. Her marriage to the Prophet ﷺ took place in the month of Ramadan 3 H, just a few weeks after his marriage to Hafsa RA. her Kunya was Umm Al Masakeen. This came to be because she would always feed the poor and orphans. She died in the month of Rabi Ul Akhira , 4 H of natural causes and just after a few months of her marriage to the Prophet ﷺ. We have zero narrations from Zaynab Bint Khuzaimah RA in the Seerah. Zaynab is the only wife whom the Prophet ﷺ prayed the Janaza for and she is the among the first to be buried in Jannatul Baqee. Umme Salamah RA Her actual name was Hind Abu Umayya ibn Al-Mughira. She belonged to the tribe of the Banu Makhzum. Khalid ibn Al Waleed was her cousin. She was married to Abu Salamah who was from the tribe of Banu Asad. She had four children: Salama, Umar, Zaynab and Durrah. Abu Salama died after the Battle of Uhud. When she was proposed for marriage by the Prophet ﷺ, she did not accept the proposal immediately citing reasons of age, jealousy and existing children. A beautiful reply was given by the Prophet ﷺ and makes for a mesmerising listen. At least 2 verses of the Qur'an came in the house of Umme Salamah RA. What are they? Please do listen carefully. The famous incident of Umme Salamah RA wisdom is depicted in the Treaty of Hudaybiyyah. The last of the mothers to pass away is Umme Salamah who dies in 61 H during the Khilafat of Yazid Ibn Muawiyah and is the second most copious narrator of Hadith. She was the only wife of the Prophet ﷺ to be alive when the massacre of Hussain RA happened.

Mothers of the Believers -10 - Hafsa Bint Umar May 06, 2019

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Shaykh Yasir Qadhi moves on to delve details on the 4th Ummahat Ul Momineen - Hafsa Bint Umar Ibn Al Khattab RA. Hafsah was born in the year of the building of the Kaaba and was born 5 years before the Prophethood. She was the eldest child of Umar ibn al-Khattab and Zainab bint Madh'uwn.Abdullah Ibn Umar is her full brother. Before the marriage to Prophet ﷺ, she was married to Khunais ibn Hudhaifa and she had no children from this union. Khunais died after the battle of Badr , though he was not a participant of the same. Hafsa RA was married to the Prophet ﷺ after he himself proposed for her hand in marriage. She got married in the month of Shaban, 3 H at the age of 21. What do we know about the life of Hafsa RA with the Prophet ﷺ? Numerous incidents are brought to the table and we fully comprehend the nature of the marriage that it was. We also gather valuable insights on the reason for the revelation of Surah At Tahreem and we acquaint ourselves with the incident that transpired between Hafsa Ra and the Prophet ﷺ revolving around Maria RA. Also, next in line for discussion is the topic of the divorce of Hafsa RA and the reason for this divorce. The whole city was grieving at this news and her father, Umar Ibn Al Khattab RA took it the hardest. What made the Prophet ﷺ reconcile and go back to Hafsa RA? It was due to Allah sending Jibril AS to the Prophet ﷺ with the clear message saying that Hafsa is the one who fasts and prays regularly and that she will be his wife in this life and the Hereafter. One of the biggest blessings and privileges that is ascribed to Hafsa RA is the entrustment of the first Mushaf ever written with her and which remained in her care till her death. She has 60 Hadith narrated by her. She died at the age of 60 years in 45 H during the reign of Muawiyah. The Janazah was led by Marwan Ibn Hakam.

Mothers of the Believers - 09 - Aisha Bint Abu Bakr RA May 06, 2019

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Shaykh Yasir Qadhi closes the lecture on Aisha Bint Abu Bakr RA in this final part and we gather numerous insights via numerous Hadiths. Aisha RA was given the Kunya - Umme Abdullah on her insistence to the Prophet ﷺ and she was nicknamed by him as Humaira’ or the 'Little Red One' which was basically to emphasize her beauty as is also mentioned in numerous Hadith. Of the matters of Aisha RA is that she was the most knowledgeable of the Ummahat Ul Mumineen or the Faqiha of Islam and she was a treasure of knowledge pertaining to Islam, Fiqh, theology, hadith and Aqeedah. She is among the top 4 narrators of Hadith having recorded a stunning 2200 in number. It is considered to be the most authentic as well since it is quoted directly from the Prophet ﷺ and not like the other Sahabas who have their narrations from other Sahabas. She was also the epitome of eloquence and she has numerous poetry to her credit. She was also a herbal doctor of sorts and numerous sick children would be brought to her for treatment. She also performed Ruqyah. She was also admired for her deep questioning and analytical skills as is evident from her questions asked regarding verses in the Qur'an and the Hadith of the Prophet ﷺ. She has also given clarifications and rectified numerous Fatwas from other Sahabas in matters relating to application of perfume before donning the Ihram, on the necessity of untying the hair of a woman while doing Ghusl when she is in a state of Janaba, the necessity to do Wudu again on kissing one’s spouse and so on and so forth. The relationship that was between Aisha RA and Ali RA is also elaborated upon and we get the gist of it not being a smooth one. However, it never crossed the boundaries of Islam and each one refrained from making any untoward comments about each other and treated each other with utmost respect and dignity. The actual age of Aisha RA is a topic of dispute and is put to rest by elaborating on the pointers that authenticate this very point. It makes for a very interesting listen and we can actually come to terms with it beautifully. Aisha RA died during the reign of Muawiyah on the 17th of Ramadan, 58 H. Her Janazah prayer was done after Taraweeh after the Witr prayer by the senior most sahaba of the time - Abu Huraira RA. Her nephews Abdullah Ibn Zubair and Urwa Ibn Zubair RA and her grandnephews lowered her body into the grave and she was buried in the blessed Jannatul Baqee.

Achieving Taqwa Through Fasting May 06, 2019

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Shaykh Yasir Qadhi divulges details on the numerous benefits of Ramadan. Primary among these is - Taqwa - which can be attained through fasting. In our quest to achieve Taqwa, we need to exercise patience at all stages and hope and pray that Allah will shower His infinite blessings upon us which will make it all worth it.

Towards Understanding Surah Yusuf - 20 Apr 30, 2019

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Shaykh Yasir Qadhi discusses the conclusion of Surah Yusuf and the relevance of the Surah in the context of the story. Verses 105 to 111 of Surah Yusuf are recited. How many miracles and signs are present in front of us to ascertain the bounties given to us by Allah SWT, yet we completely ignore? Why do we do this? Not that they deny God, but they worship other than Allah SWT. Do they feel safe and secure in this world when we hear and witness the numerous punishments of Allah SWT on a daily basis? The followers of the Prophet ﷺ will follow the call to Allah alone with a firm knowledge. Why are we surprised when we have Messengers coming from time to time to spread the message of Islam, the Book of Allah and the Oneness of Allah SWT? The abode of the Hereafter is better than anything else of this temporary world. In the stories of Surah Yusuf, there is a wisdom and a point of benefit for the one who seeks to benefit from them.these are true stories and affirm that which came before it. The Qur'an is a guidance and a mercy for those who believe. What are the values to be imbibed and inculcated from this magnificent story? Listen intently.

Ramadan The Month of Victory Apr 30, 2019

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Shaykh Dr. Yasir Qadhi acquaints us with the six major battles that were won by Muslims during the month of Ramadan and the lessons we comprehend from these historical battles. Battle of Badr - 17 Ramadan, 2 H Conquest of Makkah - 23 Ramadan, 8H Battle of Andalus - 28 Ramadan, 93 H Battle under Muhammed Ibn Qasim in Sindh - 94 H Battle of Hattin - 583 H Battle of Ain Jaloot -25 Ramadan, 658 H Listen intently to reiterate the comprehensive lessons that must be imbibed and inculcated amongst the Muslim Ummah.

Towards Understanding Surah Yusuf - 19 Apr 26, 2019

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Shaykh Yasir Qadhi recites the verses 99 to 104 of Surah Yusuf which is the conclusion of the story of Yusuf AS. The return of Yaqub AS with his family to Egypt and the reunion with his beloved son, Yusuf AS was a beautiful one. Yusuf AS hugged his parents tight and it was an emotional union and he raised his parents on to the throne of the kingdom to honour and respect them. When he did this, all of the 11 brothers and parents fell in prostration to Yusuf AS, thus, bringing his dream as a child to a full circle of interpretation as it achieves actuality. The practice of prostration to another human being as a predominant sign of respect was only valid until the time of Prophet ﷺ. The Prophet ﷺ forbade this vehemently in his time. Prophet Yusuf AS was full of gratitude for the fact that he could provide his family with comfort and respect. The perfection of the character of Yusuf AS comes to the fore when he avoids mentioning the sins committed by his brothers to avoid causing them distress. Yusuf AS mentions an Attribute of Allah. Allah is Al Lateef. What does this mean? Yusuf AS makes a powerful Dua at this juncture. What is this beautiful Dua? It is something not to be missed and makes for a very mesmerising listen.

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