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Nov 7, 2025 23 min

ISLAM ON DESIRE

from Abdulfattah Adeyemi Hosted by Abdulfattah Adeyemi

Is desire a sin in Islam? Or is it a divine tool? In this deeply thoughtful exploration, we delve into the Islamic philosophy of desire (nafs), from the compulsive impulses that can burn us to the sacred flames that warm a home and build a civilization. We will journey through the Qur'an, psychology, andthe natural world to understand how to balance our earthly desires with our spiritual purpose. This lecture is for anyone seeking to transform their cravings into a source of strength, love, and divine connection. IN THIS SERIES OF LECTURES, WE COVER: 1. A Reflection on the Fire of Desire 2. Islam on Desire: Nafs vs. Fitrah 3. Why Does Sex Exist? 4. Sex: Beyond Biology 5. When Intimacy Feels Like a Chore: The Main Issues 6. When Intimacy Feels Like a Chore: The Ways Out 7. The Nature of the Normal Sex KEY TERMS: Islamic Philosophy, Desire (Nafs), Nafs al-Ammarah,Fitrah, Tazkiyah, Purification of the Soul, Jihad an-Nafs, Islamic Psychology, Marriage in Islam, Sufism, Self-Help from an Islamic Perspective, Muslim Couples, Spiritual Healing. What is one desire you find most challenging to balance in your spiritual life? Share below—let's support each other. • Like, Comment, and Subscribe for more soul-healing content on Islam, emotional wellness, and personal transformation. • Book for Counselling/Therapy session here: https://calendly.com/abdulfattahadeyemi/counseling-therapy • Download the Adeyemi App from Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.kwickapp.panel.android665e0fb9ed2fa • Visit: www.adeyemi.ng⁠ • Join Abdulfattah Adeyemi’s Community: https://t.me/+Gz7wGuTsRLRmNzU0⁠ Follow me on: • Podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/1Ve9GDn0C01bVIffD9D8sS?si=-4hvd8wRQRGuX3uWsuiwQA • Instagram: @dr.abdulfattahadeyemi • Facebook: @dr.abdulfattahadeyemi • TikTok: @dr.abdulfattahadeyemi YouTube: www.youtube.com/@dr.abdulfattahadeyemi #Islam #Desire #SelfImprovement#IslamicPsychology #MuslimCouples #Sufism #Nafs #SpiritualGrowth #Muslimah#IslamicReminder #Podcast #IslamicContent

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