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Allah ﷻ says, "Inform My servants that I am indeed the Forgiving, the Merciful." [Quran 15:49] In this episode, we will cover: • Divine mercy in the Quran • Hadiths on mercy • Parting advice This Ramadan, support SoulFood’s LaunchGood campaign to help the podcast reach more people. Support today at www.launchgood.com/soulfood Intro music by Nader Khan. For more of his work, please visit: www.youtube.com/@NaderKhanOfficial and @naderkhanofficial

The noblest station in Paradise is to be with our Prophet ﷺ and to accompany him. In this episode, we will cover: • Love is everything • Signs of love • Loving the Quran This Ramadan, support SoulFood’s LaunchGood campaign to help the podcast reach more people. Support today at www.launchgood.com/soulfood Intro music by Nader Khan. For more of his work, please visit: www.youtube.com/@NaderKhanOfficial and @naderkhanofficial

In this episode, we look at a lengthy statement of the Prophet ﷺ about the last man to be released from the Fire and entered into Paradise. This Ramadan, support SoulFood’s LaunchGood campaign to help the podcast reach more people. Support today at www.launchgood.com/soulfood Intro music by Nader Khan. For more of his work, please visit: www.youtube.com/@NaderKhanOfficial and @naderkhanofficial

Who are the groups of people given the distinct honor of entering Paradise first? In this episode, we will cover: • The rank of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ • The Mu'adhins • The poor believers This Ramadan, support SoulFood’s LaunchGood campaign to help the podcast reach more people. Support today at www.launchgood.com/soulfood Intro music by Nader Khan. For more of his work, please visit: www.youtube.com/@NaderKhanOfficial and @naderkhanofficial

"And as for those destined to joy, they will be in Paradise, staying there forever, as long as the heavens and the earth will endure." [Quran 11:108] In this episode, we will cover: • The life of this world • Never-ending reward • Everlasting life This Ramadan, support SoulFood’s LaunchGood campaign to help the podcast reach more people. Support today at www.launchgood.com/soulfood Intro music by Nader Khan. For more of his work, please visit: www.youtube.com/@NaderKhanOfficial and @naderkhanofficial

After visiting Allah ﷻ in Paradise, people will go to a marketplace, which will be surrounded by Angels. In this episode, we will cover: • The market of Paradise • The true Eid This Ramadan, support SoulFood’s LaunchGood campaign to help the podcast reach more people. Support today at www.launchgood.com/soulfood Intro music by Nader Khan. For more of his work, please visit: www.youtube.com/@NaderKhanOfficial

Allah ﷻ says, "On that Day ˹some˺ faces will be bright, looking at their Lord." [Quran 75:22-23] In Paradise, the veil will be lifted and nothing is more pleasing than beholding Allah's Noble Countenance. In this episode, we will cover: • Seeing Allah ﷻ • The banquet of eternity • Speaking to Allah ﷻ This Ramadan, support SoulFood’s LaunchGood campaign to help the podcast reach more people. Support today at www.launchgood.com/soulfood Intro music by Nader Khan. For more of his work, please visit: www.youtube.com/@NaderKhanOfficial

The people of Paradise will converse about the time they spent together in the world in devotion. In this episode, we will cover: • The radiance of the believers • Conversations in Paradise • Taste of Paradise This Ramadan, support SoulFood’s LaunchGood campaign to help the podcast reach more people. Support today at www.launchgood.com/soulfood Intro music by Nader Khan. For more of his work, please visit: www.youtube.com/@NaderKhanOfficial

The Prophet ﷺ informed us that there will be some people who enter Paradise whose hearts resemble the hearts of birds. In this episode, we will cover: • This Ummah in Paradise • Hearts of birds • Humble and meek believers This Ramadan, support SoulFood’s LaunchGood campaign to help the podcast reach more people. Support today at www.launchgood.com/soulfood Intro music by Nader Khan. For more of his work, please visit: www.youtube.com/@NaderKhanOfficial

“And if you looked around, you would see ˹indescribable˺ bliss and a vast kingdom.” [Quran 76:20] In this episode, we will cover: • The horses of Paradise • Entering Paradise • Allah's contentment This Ramadan, support SoulFood’s LaunchGood campaign to help the podcast reach more people. Support today at www.launchgood.com/soulfood Intro music by Nader Khan. For more of his work, please visit: www.youtube.com/@NaderKhanOfficial and @naderkhanofficial

The inhabitants of Paradise experience pure bliss when listening to the singing, music, and beautiful sounds in Paradise. In this episode, we will cover: • The music of Paradise • The singing of Prophet Dawud & the Angels • Quran in Paradise This Ramadan, support SoulFood’s LaunchGood campaign to help the podcast reach more people. Support today at www.launchgood.com/soulfood Intro music by Nader Khan. For more of his work, please visit: www.youtube.com/@NaderKhanOfficial

"There they will be adorned with bracelets of gold, and wear green garments of fine silk and rich brocade, reclining therein on canopied couches." [Quran 18:31] In this episode, we will cover: • Paradise's clothing • Inward and outward beauty • The jewelry of Paradise This Ramadan, support SoulFood’s LaunchGood campaign to help the podcast reach more people. Support today at www.launchgood.com/soulfood Intro music by Nader Khan. For more of his work, please visit: www.youtube.com/@NaderKhanOfficial

“The description of the Paradise promised to the righteous is that in it are rivers of fresh water, rivers of milk that never changes in taste, rivers of wine delicious to drink, and rivers of pure honey.” [Quran 47:15] In this episode, we will cover: • The Rivers of Paradise • The Harm of Intoxicants • The Springs of Paradise This Ramadan, support SoulFood’s LaunchGood campaign to help the podcast reach more people. Support today at www.launchgood.com/soulfood Intro music by Nader Khan. For more of his work, please visit: www.youtube.com/@NaderKhanOfficial and @naderkhanofficial

Allah ﷻ says, "And We will ˹continually˺ provide them with whatever fruit or meat they desire." [Quran 52:22] In this episode, we will cover: • The fruits of Paradise • Paradise's purity • The platters of Paradise This Ramadan, support SoulFood’s LaunchGood campaign to help the podcast reach more people. Support today at www.launchgood.com/soulfood Intro music by Nader Khan. For more of his work, please visit: www.youtube.com/@NaderKhanOfficial and @naderkhanofficial

The Prophet ﷺ said, “The trunk of every single tree in Paradise is made of gold.” In this episode, we will cover: • The trees' shade • Planting trees in Paradise • The Furthest Lote Tree This Ramadan, support SoulFood’s LaunchGood campaign to help the podcast reach more people. Support today at www.launchgood.com/soulfood Intro music by Nader Khan. For more of his work, please visit: www.youtube.com/@NaderKhanOfficial

The fragrance of Paradise can be smelled from the distance it takes 500 years to travel. In this episode, we will cover: • The fragrance of Paradise • Previews of Paradise • Sins that deprive This Ramadan, support SoulFood’s LaunchGood campaign to help the podcast reach more people. Support today at www.launchgood.com/soulfood Intro music by Nader Khan. For more of his work, please visit: www.youtube.com/@NaderKhanOfficial and @naderkhanofficial

Good deeds are the raw materials used to build the palaces in Paradise. In this episode, we will cover: • Various good deeds • The raw materials • The Houses of Praise and Joy This Ramadan, support SoulFood’s LaunchGood campaign to help the podcast reach more people. Support today at www.launchgood.com/soulfood Intro music by Nader Khan. For more of his work, please visit: www.youtube.com/@NaderKhanOfficial and https://soundcloud.com/naderkhanofficial

"Those mindful of their Lord will have ˹elevated˺ palaces, built one above the other, under which rivers flow." [Quran 39:20] In this episode, we will cover: • Description of the palaces of Paradise • Homes in the world • Loving one another This Ramadan, support SoulFood’s LaunchGood campaign to help the podcast reach more people. Support today at www.launchgood.com/soulfood Intro music by Nader Khan. For more of his work, please visit: www.youtube.com/@NaderKhanOfficial and @naderkhanofficial

The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said that the gravel of Paradise is made of pearls and sapphires, there will be fragrant musk everywhere, and it contains never-ending rivers. In this episode, we will cover: • The houses of Paradise • The soil of Paradise • Paradise's gatherings This Ramadan, support SoulFood’s LaunchGood campaign to help the podcast reach more people. Support today at www.launchgood.com/soulfood Intro music by Nader Khan. For more of his work, please visit: www.youtube.com/@NaderKhanOfficial and @naderkhanofficial

The Gates of Paradise remain continuously open, as a sign of its perfect peace, serenity, and safety. In this episode, we will cover: • Entering Paradise • The Gates of Hell • The security in Paradise This Ramadan, support SoulFood’s LaunchGood campaign to help the podcast reach more people. Support today at www.launchgood.com/soulfood Intro music by Nader Khan. For more of his work, please visit: www.youtube.com/@NaderKhanOfficial and @naderkhanofficial

There is a special Gate in Paradise reserved for the Prophet Muhammad's community ﷺ. He will intercede with Allah ﷻ on behalf of his community, ensuring that anyone with even the smallest amount of faith is taken out of the Fire and entered into Paradise. In this episode, we will cover: • The Gate reserved for the Ummah • The Great Intercession • Ways to seek his Intercession ﷺ Recommended du'a to be said after the Adhan: اللَّهُمَّ رَبَّ هَذِهِ الدَّعْوَةِ التَّامَّةِ، وَالصَّلَاةِ الْقَائِمَةِ، آتِ مُحَمَّدًا الْوَسِيلَةَ، وَالْفَضِيلَةَ، وَابْعَثْهُ الْمَقَامَ الْمَحْمُودَ الَّذِي وَعَدْتَهُ | Transliteration: Allāhumma Rabba hadhihi al-da‘watil tāmma, wa’l ṣalatil qā’ima, āti Muhammadan al-wasīlata wa’l faḍīla, wa ab‘athhu al-maqām al-maḥmud al-ladhī wa‘adtah | Translation: O Allah, Lord of this complete call and established Prayer, grant Muhammad the intercession and honor, and raise him to the Praiseworthy Station that You have promised him. This Ramadan, support SoulFood’s LaunchGood campaign to help the podcast reach more people. Support today at www.launchgood.com/soulfood Intro music by Nader Khan. For more of his work, please visit: www.youtube.com/@NaderKhanOfficial and @naderkhanofficial

Paradise contains 100 levels. We should aspire to reach the highest level of Paradise, called Firdaws. In this episode, we will cover: • The levels of Paradise • Special good deeds • Asking for the Highest Firdaws This Ramadan, support SoulFood’s LaunchGood campaign to help the podcast reach more people. Support today at www.launchgood.com/soulfood Intro music by Nader Khan. For more of his work, please visit: https://www.youtube.com/@NaderKhanOfficial and @naderkhanofficial

Since people's deeds are not all the same, the ranks they attain in Paradise will vary. In this episode, we will cover: • Recognition based on deeds • Levels of superiority • True honor This Ramadan, support SoulFood’s LaunchGood campaign to help the podcast reach more people. Support today at www.launchgood.com/soulfood Intro music by Nader Khan. For more of his work, please visit: https://www.youtube.com/@NaderKhanOfficial and https://soundcloud.com/naderkhanofficial

If someone spent a million lifetimes in devotion to Allah, it would be a small price to pay for Paradise. In this episode, we will cover: • Paradise is worth the sacrifice • Working for Paradise • The proper perspective In this episode, we will cover: •⁠ ⁠Perfect peace •⁠ ⁠Paradise is beyond imagination •⁠ ⁠The removal of all sadness and pain This Ramadan, support SoulFood’s LaunchGood campaign to help the podcast reach more people. Support today at www.launchgood.com/soulfood Intro music by Nader Khan. For more of his work, please visit: www.youtube.com/@NaderKhanOfficial and https://soundcloud.com/naderkhanofficial

The bliss of Paradise is beyond imagination. It is a place of perfect peace, solace, and joy. In this episode, we will cover: • Perfect peace • Paradise is beyond imagination • The removal of all sadness and pain This Ramadan, support SoulFood’s LaunchGood campaign to help the podcast reach more people. Support today at www.launchgood.com/soulfood Intro music by Nader Khan. For more of his work, please visit: https://www.youtube.com/@NaderKhanOfficial and https://soundcloud.com/naderkhanofficial

Episode 11.2 - Gates The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said, “When Ramadan enters, the Gates of Paradise are opened wide, the Gates of the Fire are closed tight, and the devils are chained.” [Bukhari & Muslim] In this episode, we will cover: •⁠ ⁠The Gates in Ramadan •⁠ ⁠The names of the Gates •⁠ ⁠Entering from all 8 Gates This Ramadan, support SoulFood’s LaunchGood campaign to help the podcast reach more people. Support today at www.launchgood.com/soulfood Intro music by Nader Khan. For more of his work, please visit: https://www.youtube.com/@NaderKhanOfficial and https://soundcloud.com/naderkhanofficial

In this season of SoulFood we will dive into the description of Paradise described in the book "Heaven Explored" by Sayyid Muhammad Alawi al-Maliki (translated by Sh. Ahmad Shaist Khan). In this episode, we will cover: • Adam & Eve in Paradise • The Grand Covenant • The way home Recommended dua: Rabbana ẓalamna anfusana wa in lam taghfir lanā wa tarḥamnā la nakunanna min al-khāsirīn [Our Lord! We have wronged ourselves. If You do not forgive us and have mercy on us, we will certainly be losers] This Ramadan, support SoulFood’s LaunchGood campaign to help the podcast reach more people. Support today at www.launchgood.com/soulfood Intro music by Nader Khan. For more of his work, please visit: www.youtube.com/@NaderKhanOfficial and @naderkhanofficial

This is a special episode of SoulFood where we explore stories to nourish young souls. It is part of our LaunchGood campaign to help SoulFood reach more people. If SoulFood has touched your life, or if you believe in the power of stories to nurture faith and hearts, we ask for your support. Please consider donating generously and sharing this campaign with others. Become a SoulFood supporter today at www.launchgood.com/soulfood ~~~ Imam al-Ghazali & the Fly Producer: Ilyas Curtis Designer: Selma Tarsin Voice of Imam al-Ghazali: Imam Rasul Suluki Narrator: Amjad Tarsin

Supplicating (duʿa) represents the very essence of our trust in Allah ﷻ. It's a gift from Him and spiritual lifeline, as Allah says, “Call upon Me, I will respond to you.” [Quran 40:60] In this episode, we cover: • That duʿa is the essence of worship • Allah's mercy and generosity • The power of duʿa Intro music from Dar al-Mustafa

Your spirit is a jewel, but the nafs is like a corrosive material that damages the jewel. How do you purify the nafs so that the spirit can experience divine realities? In this episode, we cover: • The ugliness of the ego • Spiritual purification • Levels of the soul

In commemoration of the Isrāʾ & Miʿrāj, we're re-releasing the episode on the Prophet's wondrous journey ﷺ. Part 2 focuses on the Prophet's heavenly ascent. ——— Part 2 of the Night Journey & Heavenly Ascent After the Night Journey to Jerusalem, the Prophet ﷺ begins his ascent through the seven levels of Paradise to the Lote Tree––and then is given a vision of his Lord ﷻ. In this episode, we cover: • The Seven Heavens • The Lote Tree • The Divine Meeting Additional Resource: • The Seeds of Paradise: Subḥān Allāh, al-ḥamdu lillāh, wa lā ilāha illā Allāh, wa Allāhu akbar––wa lā ḥawla wa lā quwwata illā billāh [God is Transcendent, all praise belongs to God, there is no deity except God, and God is the Greatest––and there is no power nor might except by God] Intro and outro music by Ahbab al-Mustafa

In commemoration of the Isrāʾ & Miʿrāj, we're re-releasing the episode on the Prophet's wondrous journey ﷺ. ——— The greatest spiritual journey occurred on the night when the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ was taken to Jerusalem, then ascended to Paradise. In this episode, we cover: • Purity of the Prophet’s Heart ﷺ • Blessed places • Manifestations of the Unseen • The Imam of the Messengers Additional Resource: • 'The Night Journey & Heavenly Ascent' by Al-Sayyid Muhammad Alawi al-Maliki (translated by Gibril Fouad Haddad): https://a.co/d/7aLMR8L • The Prophet's Heart ﷺ: https://medium.com/@amjadtarsin/the-prophets-heart-ﷺ-d0cd35bff41f • Dua for Protection: Aʿūdhu bi-wajhillāhi al-Karīm wa bi kalimātillahi al-tāmmāt al-latī lā yujāwizuhunna barrun wa lā fājir min sharri mā yanzilu min al-samāʾ wa min sharri mā yaʿruju fīhā wa min sharri mā dharaʾa fil-arḍ wa min sharri mā yakhruju minhā wa min fitani al-layli wal-nahār wa min ṭawāriq al-layli wal-nahār illā ṭāriqan yaṭruqu bi-khayrin yā Raḥmān Translation: I seek refuge in Allah’s Noble Countenance and in Allah’s perfect words which neither the righteous nor the disobedient overstep from evil that descends from the heavens and evil that ascends to it and evil that is created in the earth and the trials of night and day and the visitors of night and day save the visitor that visits goodness upon us, O Most Merciful! Intro and outro music by Ahbab al-Mustafa

By protecting our natural spiritual state (fitra), we preserve our God-given ability to recognize and access truth and goodness. One of the ways to maintain our fitra is by being in touch with nature. In this episode, we cover: • Preserving the fitra • Being connected to the earth • The blessings of farming

Selfishness places your ego at the center of existence, which blinds you from Allah. Generosity refines your nafs so that you can come to witness Allah's perfection. In this episode, we cover: • The dangers of selfishness • The beauty of generosity • Why we should have generous hearts

God the Exalted says, "O believers! Be mindful of Allah, and say what is right. He will rectify your deeds for you and forgive your sins." [Quran 33:70-71] Being mindful of the language we use helps bring light to our hearts and to the hearts of others. In this episode, we cover: • The tongue is the translator for the heart • How speech affects all of our actions • Beautiful speech

We're re-releasing this episode from the SoulFood archives on the story of Jesus and his mother Mary in Islam (peace be upon them both). As many of those around us celebrate Christmas and the miraculous birth of Jesus, it is a great reminder of the immense love and respect we as Muslims have for Jesus as well. Feel free to share with friends and family who might be interested to learn about Islam's perspective on one of the most beloved human beings to ever live. In this episode, you will learn: • The Family of 'Imran • The Lady Mary ﷺ • The Birth of Jesus ﷺ • His Life and Miracles • Relationship between Prophets Jesus and Muhammad (upon them both be peace) Recommended Links: • Lessons from the Life of Jesus ﷺ by Habib Ali al-Jifri (youtu.be/9OfQjEY7x0s?si=k4Lgk7p0kG9CfTnn) • "The Muslim Jesus" by Tarif Khalidi (a.co/d/1rhNrK0) • "Mary: the Blessed Virgin of Islam" by Aliah Schleifer (a.co/d/h5mV7FX) Intro and outro music by Nader Khan (www.naderkhan.com)

In this special episode of SoulFood, we are honored to engage in a conversation with Shaykh Musab Penfound. We talk about the exquisite humanity of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and how we can get in touch with the beauty of his heart, character, and way. Shaykh Musab Penfound was born and raised in Manchester, England. After a two year journey, he embraced Islam at the age of eighteen. In 2006, he moved to Tarim, Yemen to study at the illustrious Dar al-Mustafa under the guidance of Habib Umar Bin Hafiz. In addition, he has traveled in the company of Habib Kazim al-Saqqaf and Habib Umar Bin Hafiz on educational trips. Currently, Shaykh Musab lives in Tarim, Yemen where he continues to benefit from being in the company of his teachers and their blessed gatherings. He travels regularly in service of the Prophetic way to educate people in the spiritual tradition of Islam. He has taught and lectured in Europe, South Africa, Kenya, the Comoro Islands, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Australia.

One of the most beloved actions to Allah ﷻ is to be of service to His creation. In this episode, we will cover: • Serving the elderly • The importance of service • Serving with humility

Modesty beautifies and dignifies us. Without it, we become dehumanized and humiliated. In this episode, we will cover: • The danger of unrestrained desires • The beauty of modesty • Preserving the purity of the Fitra

One of the greatest tragedies that affects people is the loss of virtue that comes with being cut off from divine guidance. In this episode, we will cover: • What makes a civilization? • The culture of irreverence • The healing nature of virtue

In a world of pseudo-spirituality and "augmented" reality, we have to differentiate between true spiritual experiences and counterfeits. In this episode, we will cover: • Miracles of delusion • The Prophet Muhammad's miracles ﷺ • Uprightness

In commemoration of the Isrāʾ & Miʿrāj, we're re-releasing the episode on the Prophet's wondrous journey ﷺ ——— Part 2 of the Night Journey & Heavenly Ascent After the Night Journey to Jerusalem, the Prophet ﷺ begins his ascent through the seven levels of Paradise to the Lote Tree––and then is given a vision of his Lord the Blessed and Exalted. In this episode, we cover: • The Seven Heavens • The Lote Tree • The Divine Meeting Additional Resource: • Seedlings of Paradise: Subḥān Allāh, al-ḥamdu lillāh, wa lā ilāha illā Allāh, wa Allāhu akbar––wa lā ḥawla wa lā quwwata illā billāh [Glorious is God, all praise belongs to God, there is no deity except God, and God is the Greatest––and there is no power nor might except by God] Intro and outro music by Ahbab al-Mustafa

In commemoration of the Isrāʾ & Miʿrāj, we're re-releasing the episode on the Prophet's wondrous journey ﷺ. ——— The greatest spiritual journey occurred on the night when the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ was taken to Jerusalem, then ascended to Paradise. In this episode, we cover: • Purity of the Prophet’s Heart ﷺ • Blessed places • Manifestations of the Unseen • The Imam of the Messengers Additional Resource: • 'The Night Journey & Heavenly Ascent' by Al-Sayyid Muhammad Alawi al-Maliki (translated by Gibril Fouad Haddad): https://www.meccabooks.com/1388-prophet-s-night-journey-heavenly-ascent-9780954754037.html • Dua for Protection: Aʿūdhu bi-wajhillāhi al-Karīm wa bi kalimātillahi al-tāmmāt al-latī lā yujāwizuhunna barrun wa lā fājir min sharri mā yanzilu min al-samāʾ wa min sharri mā yaʿruju fīhā wa min sharri mā dharaʾa fil-arḍ wa min sharri mā yakhruju minhā wa min fitani al-layli wal-nahār wa min ṭawāriq al-layli wal-nahār illā ṭāriqan yaṭruqu bi-khayrin yā Raḥmān Translation: I seek refuge in Allah’s Noble Countenance and in Allah’s perfect words which neither the righteous nor the disobedient overstep from evil that descends from the heavens and evil that ascends to it and evil that is created in the earth and the trials of night and day and the visitors of night and day save the visitor that visits goodness upon us, O Most Merciful! Intro and outro music by Ahbab al-Mustafa

Understanding the level of authority and divine protection given to the Prophets and Messengers helps us develop our certitude. In this episode, we will cover: Infallibility of the Prophets • The Prophet's Heart ﷺ • Spiritual Perfection. Additional resource: اللهم صلِّ على سيدنا محمدٍ وآله وصحبه وسلم | Allāhumma ṣalli ʿalā Sayyidinā Muḥammadin wa ālihi wa ṣaḥbihi wa sallim | O Allah send blessings and peace upon our master Muhammad, and upon his Family and Companions

Prophets are the key-holders to the spiritual realm and are granted a superior wisdom given to them by Allah. In this episode, we will cover: • The rank of prophets • True wisdom • Understanding the Sunna Additional resource: اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ حُبَّكَ وَحُبَّ مَنْ يُحِبُّكَ ، وَحُبَّ عَمَلٍ يُقَرِّبُ إِلَى حُبِّكَ ِ Transliteration: Allāhumma innī as'aluka ḥubbik, wa ḥubba man yuḥibbuk, wa ḥubba ʿamalin yuqarribu ilā ḥubbik. Translation: “O Allah, I ask You for Your love, and the love of those who love You, and the love of actions that bring me closer to Your love.”

Faith helps us see past the superficiality of this worldly life and recognize divine truths. When your faith is strengthened and nurtured, it becomes certitude. In this episode, we will cover: • The strong believer • Being heart-blind • Ways to strengthen your imān

In light of the tragedies taking place in the world, we decided to share an episode from Season 5 on tribulations. We ask for the restoration of peace and justice for all those facing oppression in the world. --- In the face of tribulations one experiences in this world, patience is the best response. In this episode, we will cover: • Difficulties on the spiritual path • The great rewards for patience • The way to exhibit patience Intro and outro music by Sidi Ibrahim Nass Additional Resource: • The Prayer of Need (Ṣalatul Ḥāja): http://seekershub.org/ans-blog/2009/07/24/how-does-one-perform-the-prayer-of-need-salat-al-haja/

Faith is connected to the Unseen realm, and the purer your soul becomes, the more attuned to it you become. In this episode, we will cover: • How Prophets connect us to the Unseen • Guardian Angels • Witnessing the Unseen at death Recommended Prophetic invocation for leaving the home: In Arabic: بِسْمِ اللَّهِ، تَوَكَّلْتُ عَلَى اللَّهِ، لَا حَوْلَ وَلَا قُوَّةَ إِلَّا بِاللَّهِ Transliteration: Bismillāh, tawakkaltu 'alā Allah, wa lā ḥawla wa lā quwwata illā billāh Translation: [I go out] in the Name of Allah. I am placing my trust in Allah, and there is no power nor ability except by Allah.

We live in confusing times. Falsehood masquerades as truth and it seems like ugliness and indecency are widespread. We have lost touch with our Creator, which has made us lose touch with our own humanity. It is precisely in times such as these that we need to nurture Prophetic Beauty within our souls. We need to recognize truth in order to navigate through the deception. In this episode, we will cover: The Current State | The Illusory Nature of the World | Being Anchored to the Truth

The spiritual retreat (i'tikaf) helps you find stillness and allows your heart to become more present with Allah ﷻ. In this episode, we will cover: • Spiritual refuge • The Prophet’s heart ﷺ • Always standing at Allah’s door ﷻ