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  1. Episode 30: A Community On the Brink of Collapse | Affected by the Quran

    When the Prophet SAW passed, the religious community was on the brink of collapse. Even Umar ibn Khattab RA, one of the upcoming Rightly Guided Caliphs was in complete denial and in a frenzy. With the community and the future of the religion barely hanging on, Abu Bakr RA was tasked to unite…

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  2. Episode 29: Allah (SWT) Forgives Even the Biggest Sinner | Affected by the Quran

    Allah SWT forgives even the biggest sinner. Wahshi Ibn Harb was given the invite to Islam despite a grave offense to the family of the Prophet SAW, showing us the extension of God's Mercy. Previous episodes: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLL... Click the BELL icon and SUBSCRIBE to watch more...

  3. Episode 28: Praying Behind the Prophet (SAW) | Affected by the Quran

    Imagine praying behind the Prophet SAW. It may not be easy as you think. One companion found himself praying behind him SAW in the night prayer, but quickly found it to be lengthy. We should all aspire to enjoy our conversations with God just like the Beloved SAW did. Click the BELL icon and...

  4. Episode 27: Magical, But Not Magic | Affected by the Quran

    Let's be frank, the Quran gives the reader & listener a magical experience, but it's not magic. If your heart is not open to guidance and acting upon its realities, it will fall deaf upon your ears. This is what happened to a chieftain of the Quraysh, Walid ibn Mughirah, who appreciated the…

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  5. Episode 26: The King That Wept | Affected by the Quran

    The Book of God does not just affect those of lower socioeconomic status, but it also transforms the hearts of those with power in this world, provided they are open to it. Shaykh Abdullah Waheed goes over how a king of Ethiopia wept over a verse and became one of the greatest supporters of Islam...

  6. Episode 25: The Respect of a Seeker | Affected by the Quran

    Salman Al-Farisi RA was a companion of the Prophet SAW who had the respect of a seeker for authentic knowledge. Despite his immense popularity because of his relatable personal story, he would make sure that no words of his were put above the words of Allah. Playlist:...

  7. Episode 24: Unrivaled Eloquence & Beauty of The Quran | Affected by the Quran

    Lyrics, nasheeds, and poetry may be found pleasing to us, but nothing should impact us more than the verses of the Quran, where the Muslims find healing. Shaykh Abdullah Waheed shares a moment in which even a specialist of Quranic Exegesis (Tafseer) had to be reminded of the Quran’s unrivaled...

  8. Episode 23: All It Takes Is Just One… | Affected by the Quran

    You may think that to be affected by the Quran, you may need years, maybe even decades of study, of Exegesis (Tafseer) or Arabic. Shaykh Abdullah Waheed shows us in a story of hope, that all it takes is just one verse to change your life forever and plant the seeds of belief. Playlist:...

  9. Episode 22: Unconscious Because of God-Consciousness | Affected by the Quran

    We are afraid of being caught in situations that may ruin our reputations and our social standings. A young man in Medina was tempted towards wrongdoing, but he later became unconscious because of his God-consciousness. Because of his immense concern for his Lord watching him, Umar ibn Khattab RA...

  10. Episode 21: Hope for the Vulnerable | Affected by the Quran with Shaykh Abdullah Waheed

    Just like many do today, the Companions also had FOMO, the fear of missing out. Their FOMO was not related to their own desires, but rather their capacity for good deeds. A brave, blind companion asks the Prophet SAW about his reward despite his own disability, giving us hope for the vulnerable…

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  11. Episode 20: “Shall I Not Be a Thankful Servant?” | Affected by the Quran

    The Prophet SAW is unable to commit mindful mistakes, yet he still went out of his way to worship God at night, striving to the point that made his wife, Aisha RA worried. “Shall I not be a thankful servant?” is what came out of his noble lips (SAW), as he recited verses that make us ponder the...

  12. Episode 19: The Promise of Paradise | Affected by the Quran

    The promise of paradise is like nothing else. Through the Mercy of Allah, we are given Jannah through ease. A Bedouin asked the Prophet SAW about the nature of this reward ends differently than you may think... Click the BELL icon and SUBSCRIBE to watch more videos. For more information on…

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  13. Episode 18: The Chosen Ones | Affected by the Quran

    Some are worried because of mistakes they have made, that their repentance may not be accepted. Then, there are those who are still concerned despite a life of righteousness, i.e. "the chosen ones." Shaykh Abdullah Waheed tells us about the sincere seekers through an intimate moment between the...

  14. Episode 17: Pain Provides Relief | Affected by the Quran

    Many of us are in some sort of pain, whether emotional or physical and we do not make the connection that pain provides relief. Shaykh Abdullah Waheed retells the story of an ayah that made Abu Bakr RA freeze up in concern. The Prophet SAW consoled him and effectively us, the ummah, saying that…

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  15. Episode 16: A Letter That Brings You Back | Affected by the Quran with Shaykh Abdullah Waheed

    Forget a text message, imagine if someone wrote a letter that brought you back to the fold of Islam. Umar ibn Khattab RA, known for his stern demeanor, addressed a letter with a verse that inspired a recovering alcoholic to seek forgiveness. When advising others, mercy is the first response that…

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  16. Episode 15: Doubts? Concerns? They're All Answered | Affected by the Quran

    Do you possibly have any doubts about the Book of Allah? Any concerns? Well, trust us when we say they're all answered. For Umar ibn Khattab RA, they were addressed almost immediately. It is no trick, but rather it is yaqeen (certainty). Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLL... ツ HOPE…

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  17. Episode 14: Free of Need | Affected by the Quran with Shaykh Abdullah Waheed

    We may not look at the Quran as a means of enrichment, but it truly is, primarily spiritually and even financially. Umar ibn Khattab RA sees a man in need during his time as a caliph and tells him to learn the Quran to make him free of need. It's a piece of advice we may scoff at, but it worked...

  18. Episode 13: How Did You Get to Paradise? | Affected by the Quran with Shaykh Abdullah Waheed

    If we saw a person in a successful career or marriage, we would interview them and ask them how they achieved their goals. Shaykh Abdullah Waheed takes us into the dialogue of the truly successful, the people of Paradise, essentially asking them, “How Did You Get to Paradise?” Playlist:...

  19. Episode 12: The Woman Who Only Spoke Quran | Affected by the Quran with Shaykh Abdullah Waheed

    Imagine meeting someone who only spoke the Quran for every circumstance of their life. Well, Abdullah ibn Mubarak RA, from the early generations of Muslims, met a woman just like this. Their interaction is not only enlightening but witty as they go back and forth while Ibn Mubarak returns her to...

  20. Episode 11: The Next Stage | Affected by the Quran with Shaykh Abdullah Waheed

    Every one of us should have a verse, at least one passage, in the Qur’an that impacts us and makes us weep. Abdullah Ibn Rawaha RA would always tear up at the verse detailing the next stage of life, which would even make his wife mirror his emotions. May Allah make us ones who cross this bridge...

  21. Episode 10: What if God Asked You for a Loan? | Affected by the Quran with Shaykh Abdullah Waheed

    What if God Himself, the Lord of the Worlds, asked you for a loan? This is what Allah SWT was asking of Abu Dahdah RA, through this verse. Shaykh Abdullah Waheed takes us into the interaction between him and his family; they greet this opportunity with great excitement. Click the BELL icon and...

  22. Episode 9: The Quran is Talking to You | Affected by the Quran with Shaykh Abdullah Waheed

    When engaging with the Book of Allah, know that the Quran is talking to you, in one way or another. Shaykh Abdullah Waheed takes us on a story of a pious predecessor's relationship with the Qur'an, searching for verses that speak to him. Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLL... ツ HOPE…

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  23. Episode 8: "I Complain to Allah!" | Affected by the Quran with Shaykh Abdullah Waheed

    We can seek help from those who we are comfortable with, but only Allah SWT truly knows what we go through. Shaykh Abdullah Waheed shares a story in which the strong Umar ibn Khattab RA would break down at the passage in which Yaqoob AS complains to Allah about his distress. Playlist:...

  24. The Top 10... | The Night Prayer | The Classroom of the Sahaba

    The Night Prayer, qiyaam-ul-layl/tahajjud, is a fundamental prayer to any Muslim trying to gain intimacy and closeness to Allah. It is the time when tears fall and Allah grants forgiveness to His servants. Miftaah brought on the well-spoken, Shaykh Ammar Alshukry, to discuss the essence and...

  25. Episode 7: Give What You Love | Affected by the Quran with Shaykh Abdullah Waheed

    Giving what you love can be difficult, but one verse may be able to change that. Shaykh Abdullah Waheed goes over a fundamental concept for us to attain Paradise and how the Companions interacted with it, giving away from worldly possessions for the everlasting afterlife. Playlist:...

  26. The Top 10... | The Best Form of Struggle | The Classroom of the Sahaba

    One of the best forms of struggle one can engage in is to say the truth to power. It may seem daunting at first, but it is valuable within our faith. It is important to remember that the Prophet SAW was not only a spiritual leader, but a political one. Shaykh Saad Quadri joins our Miftaah…

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  27. Episode 6: Hasten Towards Paradise | Affected by the Quran with Shaykh Abdullah Waheed

    "Hasten Towards Paradise!" is an offer provided to us by our Lord in the Qur'an, but not many take advantage of it. Shaykh Abdullah Waheed describes a moment in which a companion is offered Paradise by the Prophet SAW, giving us a beautiful moment of reflection. Playlist:...

  28. The Top 10... | Remembrance of Allah | The Classroom of the Sahaba

    Dhikr is fundamental to any believer trying to aspire towards Allah. Allah SWT is remembered in every action we take, whether it is worship or not. For this iteration of the Top 10, we had Shaykh Abdullah Oduro who helped break down how to do this remembrance from the heart.

  29. Episode 5: One Single Tear | Affected by the Quran with Shaykh Abdullah Waheed

    Tears are one of the most valuable assets a believer has in their relationship with Allah SWT. Shaykh Abdullah Waheed takes into a couple of intimate moments with the Prophet SAW which show us the benefits of crying, even if just one single tear. Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLL...…

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  30. The Top 10... | The Prophet's Welcoming Gathering (SAW) | The Classroom of the Sahaba

    The Prophet SAW had such beautiful gatherings with his Companions in Medina. It was informal and anyone could join. Women could ask straightforward questions without judgment. You would walk into the gathering feeling much better than you were when you came in. Our scholars speak about how to…

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  31. Episode 4: Learning to Forgive | Affected by the Quran with Shaykh Abdullah Waheed

    The accusation against Aisha bint Abi Bakr RA was difficult on her and the Medinan community, but especially Abu Bakr RA. Shaykh Abdullah Waheed takes us into a moment in which Abu Bakr is asked by Allah Himself to learn to forgive, giving us a lesson we can benefit from today and in our...

  32. The Top 10... | Exclusive Nasheed Launch w/ Zain Bhikha | The Classroom of the Sahaba

    We had an exclusive nasheed launched on the blessed 27th night of Ramadan with Zain Bhikha and Shaykh Abdullah Misra who wrote the nasheed. For Shaykh Abdullah, this was a song written in an intimate manner with his relationship with Prophet SAW. This was a project that took many years in praise…

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  33. Episode 3: Silence in the Face of Ignorance | Affected by the Quran with Shaykh Abdullah Waheed

    During his time as caliph, Umar ibn Khattab RA was set to respond to a person making false claims directly to him, until he humbled himself before a verse of the Qur'an. Sometimes, we are tested with certain people spouting nonsense directly to our faces, which shows the importance of silence in...

  34. The Top 10... | Consistency | The Classroom of the Sahaba

    The importance of consistency within our deen cannot be underestimated. Our religion is easy and all we are asked to do is try to be consistent with our deeds. For this session of The Classroom of the Sahaba, our Miftaah Scholars are joined by Shaykh Daood Butt to help bring this concept to life...

  35. Episode 2: One Verse, A Lifetime of Devotion | Affected by the Quran with Shaykh Abdullah Waheed

    The believers find themselves in a variety of circumstances throughout their lives: young & old, rich & poor, strong & weak, etc. Shaykh Abdullah Waheed goes over a companion's devotion in serving the religion into old age, inspired by just one single verse of the Qur'an, spurred into a lifetime…

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  36. The Top 10... | The Best of Dhikr & Dua | The Classroom of the Sahaba

    The best of dhikr & dua are two: the kalima & alhumdullilah. Although we hear and say these often, there are many hidden meanings we overlook! By bringing these two to life, we can truly cherish our relationship with Allah. During this night, our Miftaah Scholars were joined by the amiable Shaykh...

  37. Episode 1: A Personal Connection | Affected by the Quran with Shaykh Abdullah Waheed

    As there are many surahs within the Qur'an, some of us may develop a personal connection with some of the passages. Shaykh Abdullah Waheed takes us into a story of a companion who was given the glad tidings of Jannah because of his love and constant recital of Surah Al-Ikhlas. ツ HOPE YOU GUYS…

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  38. The Top 10... | Migrating Towards Allah | The Classroom of the Sahaba

    A migration towards Allah won't be the easiest thing. We will have to leave bad habits, environments, and even friends, but in the end, it is worth it. The Hijra towards Allah is a journey all of taking in Ramadan, but continue afterward; it is a lifestyle. Our Miftaah Scholars are joined by…

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  39. The Top 10... | Bringing Joy to a Believer | The Classroom of the Sahaba

    The Companions of the Prophet (SAW) would strive to be the best in what they did and this is shown through the questions they asked our beloved Prophet (SAW). In one gathering with the Companions (RA), the Prophet (SAW) said, "One of the greatest actions which a person can do is to bring…

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  40. The Top 10... | Supplication, the Best Worship | The Classroom of the Sahaba

    In this iteration of the Classroom of the Sahaba, we speak about dua, supplication, being one of the best forms of worship. Unlike other ibadat, supplication involves a very personal connection with our Lord. You can use prophetic prayers or your own, prayers in Arabic or your native tongue, from...

  41. Juz 30 - Moments with the Quran with Shaykh Abdullah Waheed & Mufti Abdul Rahman Waheed

    Juz 30 - Moments with the Quran with Shaykh Abdullah Waheed & Mufti Abdul Rahman Waheed

  42. Juz 30 - Daily Quran Recitations | Miftaah Institute

    Juz 30 - Daily Quran Recitations

  43. The Facial Expression of a Believer | Juz 30 | #TafsserBytes

    Shaykh Abdullah Waheed and Mufti Abdul Rahman Waheed discuss the relief a believer will feel when they leave this world. Full session: https://youtu.be/3nDE9q70al4 Click the BELL icon and SUBSCRIBE to watch more videos. For more information on Miftaah Institute Visit our website...

  44. Juz 29 - Moments with the Quran with Shaykh Abdullah Waheed & Mufti Abdul Rahman Waheed

    Juz 29 - Moments with the Quran with Shaykh Abdullah Waheed & Mufti Abdul Rahman Waheed

  45. The True Meaning of Ahsan | Juz 29 | #TafseerBytes

    Shaykh Abdullah Waheed and Mufti Abdul Rahman Waheed expound upon the true meaning of Ahsan and what Allah truly wants from his creation. Full session: https://youtu.be/YYw70gTI4RY Click the BELL icon and SUBSCRIBE to watch more videos. For more information on Miftaah Institute Visit our website...

  46. Juz 28 - Moments with the Quran with Shaykh Abdullah Waheed & Mufti Abdul Rahman Waheed

    Juz 28 - Moments with the Quran with Shaykh Abdullah Waheed & Mufti Abdul Rahman Waheed

  47. Juz 28 - Daily Quran Recitations | Miftaah Institute

    Click the BELL icon and SUBSCRIBE to watch more videos. For more information on Miftaah Institute Visit our website https://miftaah.org/ Follow us! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/miftaahinsti... Twitter: https://twitter.com/miftaahinst Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miftaah.ins......

  48. The Third Person There is Allah (SWT) | Juz 28 | #TafseerBytes

    Shaykh Abdullah Waheed and Mufti Abdul Rahman Waheed discuss the foundation of a strong bond of trust between two individuals, particularly spouses and business partners. Full session: https://youtu.be/27KZAlY_ek4 Click the BELL icon and SUBSCRIBE to watch more videos. For more information on...

  49. Juz 27 - Moments with the Quran with Shaykh Abdullah Waheed & Mufti Abdul Rahman Waheed

    Juz 27 - Moments with the Quran with Shaykh Abdullah Waheed & Mufti Abdul Rahman Waheed

  50. Juz 27 - Daily Quran Recitations | Miftaah Institute

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