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A practical, no-fiqh conversation about Qurbani with Mawlana Anees Kara of Maraisburg, Johannesburg. After nearly four decades in this work, Mawlana Anees brings the kind of practitioner knowledge that does not appear in any classical text or fatwa site: how to pick a healthy animal off the kraal, why some Qurbani meat tastes different and how to prevent it, the real difference between farm and home Qurbani, and the proper way to distribute meat with dignity.This is a standalone episode for the Eid al-Adha season. For fiqh questions about Qurbani, please refer to my other content on SeekersGuidance and on the Isnad Academy.Chapter markers below.About Mawlana Anees KaraMawlana Anees graduated from Darul Uloom Zakariyya in 2009 and serves as the masjid's Khatib in Maraisburg. He runs K.A.Z Livestock and Game Meat Traders - a family project that has operated for over 36 years.#Qurbani #EidAlAdha #IsnadAcademyChapter markers00:00 Introduction01:08 Meet Mawlana Anees Kahrah02:25 Where to actually buy your animal05:23 What an experienced eye looks for07:59 Honesty in weight and pricing10:54 Why lamb costs more than mutton12:54 The two reasons Qurbani meat gets a bad name15:25 Merino, Dorper, and the breeds question19:31 Bringing your animal home and treating it right27:35 Pros and cons of home versus farm Qurbani30:54 Tasting wild, tasting bloody: the real reason33:31 The post-slaughter process that fixes everything36:55 Giving your meat away with dignity38:47 The slaughter itself: knife, angle, technique42:42 Aspiring to slaughter for the first time46:38 Where to find Mawlana Anees48:11 Closing dua

In a generation pulled in every direction, ROOTED is a series about the ones who stayed grounded. The scholars who sat at the feet of their teachers and carried the tradition home.Sh Muhammad West is one of the few in his generation who carries two worlds at once. A graduate of the Islamic University of Madina and a chartered accountant. The imam of one of the oldest masajid in the country, Boorhanol Islam in the Bo-Kaap, and the treasurer of the Muslim Judicial Council. He is the Madina graduate who refused to come home and cut himself off from the community he disagrees with on secondary matters. He chose the harder road, the road of staying in the room.In this conversation, we sit with the formation of a scholar in Jeddah and Madina, the texture of his return, the Athari and Shafi'i fault lines, the cost of refusing tribalism, the romantic but halal proposal, the autistic son who is the happiest person he knows, the burnout he is only now learning to name, and the institution he is now responsible for the finances of.We talk about the MJC honestly. What it is, what it is not, why our forefathers thought it was non-negotiable, and what the path forward looks like for an organisation eighty years old that is finally being asked to explain itself.A conversation between two scholars and a long-time colleague about formation, friction, and the institutional servant’s reckoning.This is your deen. You deserve to understand it.00:00 Cold open: just die as a Muslim00:22 Opening monologue02:25 Quick-fire opener07:43 Jeddah as a child10:50 Madina University from the inside13:18 Coming home in 201117:45 The parents' search across Malaysia, Egypt, Jeddah22:30 The mother's record27:40 The maternal grandfather and the Silo gym call33:30 The Madina student years39:20 Teaching the Sirah from a minority lens49:20 The Woolworths meeting52:00 Athari, Salafi, and the time and place for debate57:00 Sami Hamdi and the politics of Quran and Sunnah01:00:40 Palestine and the heart right now01:11:30 Just talk to Allah01:17:25 The Romantic Proposal01:21:00 The life of an alim's wife01:31:30 Burnout and sharpening the saw01:33:50 The MJC: what it actually is01:46:35 Baytul Ulama in the absence of a Khalifa01:55:50 Living with politics01:57:55 Final advice for the seeker02:00:00 The point of all of this#ROOTED #IsnadAcademy #IslamicScholarship

We live in a time when anyone can upload an Islamic video and call themselves a scholar. But Islam has never been carried that way. It has always moved from teacher to student, across generations, all the way back to the Prophet ﷺ. That chain has a name: isnād.ROOTED is Isnad Academy's flagship interview series — conversations with South Africa's qualified Islamic scholars. The people who went to the source and came home. Rooted in tradition. Routed through the chain.Our first guest embodies both.Shaykh Zaid ibn Riad Fataar Al-Azhari left Cape Town at the age of six for Cairo, where he would spend the better part of his life inside one of the oldest universities on earth. At Al-Azhar he memorised the Qur'an, completed his Diploma in Islamic Sciences, and earned his BA in Islamic Theology — specialising in Aqīdah and Philosophy. He studied privately with Egyptian scholars, receiving ijāzāt in Hadith and Aqīdah. He returned to Cape Town, completed his Masters at the Madina Institute with a thesis on Al-Ghazali and Ibn Rushd — Revelation versus Reason — and has been serving the community ever since as imam, teacher, and founder of Dar At-Tawhid Institute. He currently serves as Head of Department for Islamic Studies at the Oracle Academy.He is, in the truest sense, a scholar who went to the source — and came back to us.In this conversation we cover:— What it means to grow up as a Cape Town child inside the Azhar world — The moment knowledge stopped being something forced and became something wanted — What isnād actually is and why it matters in an age when any fatwa is a Google search away — The three levels of ijāzah — and what each one actually authorises you to do — Why sitting with a scholar gives you something no YouTube video, PDF, or AI can replicate — The nūr of prophethood — and why it only travels heart to heart — How the ādāb of the scholars changed Shaykh Zaid more than their knowledge did — A real talāq case that showed exactly why wisdom cannot come from a book alone — The difference between being religious and performing religiosity — What our generation of scholars carries differently — and what that demands of us — What to say to a young Muslim who wants knowledge but doesn't know where to start or who to trustThis is not a wellness podcast. This is not a highlight reel. This is a conversation about what it actually means to carry knowledge — and what Cape Town has quietly been producing for generations.ROOTED. Every episode, one scholar. One chain. One city at the bottom of Africa with more to offer the world than most people know.Isnad Academy is based in Cape Town, South Africa. Our mission is to connect the global Muslim community to authenticated Islamic scholarship — through live teaching, recorded courses, and platforms like ROOTED that make our scholars visible to the world.New episodes drop regularly. Subscribe and turn on notifications so you don't miss the next conversation.#IsnadAcademy #ROOTED #IslamicScholarship #SouthAfrica #CapeTown #Azhar #Isnad #IslamicKnowledge #MuslimPodcast #Ulama00:00 — A Family Almost Broke Up (Cold Open)00:12 — Welcome to ROOTED | Series Introduction05:00 — Quick Fire: Coffee, Cairo & Astronomy09:45 — Cairo at Six: Growing Up as a Foreigner18:00 — The Quran is Everywhere in Egypt22:00 — When Knowledge Became a Choice31:00 — The Fish in the Tank: Entering the University38:00 — The Turning Point: The Ādāb of the Scholars44:00 — What is Isnād and Why Should You Care?51:00 — The Soul Operation57:00 — What is an Ijāzah? Three Levels Explained01:02:00 — What a Teacher Gives You That a PDF Cannot01:09:00 — The Nūr of Prophethood: Heart to Heart01:12:00 — Egypt's Politics and the Colonisers' Legacy01:23:00 — The FBI Story: Freedom We Take for Granted01:29:00 — Do We Carry the Tradition Differently?01:35:00 — The Worrying Trend: Religion as Fashion01:52:00 — The Exciting Trend: Scholars in the University02:03:00 — Final Advice to Young Seekers of Knowledge02:08:00 — What's Coming from Isnad Academy

The Muslim world is not confused. It is paralysed. And there is a difference. In this opening episode of Season 2, Shaykh Irshaad Sedick begins with a question asked outside a masjid after Isha: what am I supposed to do now? It is the question every Muslim is carrying. And the answer begins with a prophetic diagnosis that is 1,400 years old and more relevant today than it has ever been.We live in a time when the nations of the world have gathered. The feast the Prophet ﷺ described is not a metaphor anymore. It is the news.In the hadith of Thawban, narrated in Abu Dawud, the Prophet ﷺ foretold a time when the Ummah would be numerous but weak, like the foam on the ocean. Moved by every wave, unable to move anything else. He named the cause: wahn. And when the companions asked what wahn was, he said: hubb al-dunya wa karahiyyat al-mawt. Love of this world and hatred of death.That is the diagnosis. It has been sitting in our books for fourteen centuries. The question this season asks is: are we finally brave enough to face the cure?The cure is strength. Not strength as a motivational concept. Strength as a prophetic prescription. The strong believer is better and more beloved to Allah than the weak believer, even though there is goodness in both.Season 2 of The Strong Believer focuses on intellectual strength: how we build the kind of mind that can read this world clearly, think with the Quran as its foundation, and navigate what is coming without being broken by it.This episode covers:The question every Muslim is carrying right now and what it really meansThe hadith of Thawban and the prophetic diagnosis of the UmmahWahn in its contemporary forms: managed numbness, the guilt cycle, the waitingThe strong believer hadith as the direct prescriptionThe Quran as an intellectual foundation: one scholar's journey from a train to Darul NaeemWhat hubb al-dunya actually looks like in an ordinary Muslim life in 2026What karahiyyat al-mawt looks like when nobody is asking you to dieHadiths referenced: Hadith of Thawban on wahn — Abu Dawud Al-Mu'min al-Qawiyy — Muslim Al-Kayyis man dana nafsahu — Tirmidhi

In this post Ramadan reminder, Shaykh Irshaad Sedick reflects on one of the most important questions facing every believer after Eid: what happens after Ramadan?Drawing on the verses of Surah Fussilat, the glad tidings given to those who say “Our Lord is Allah” and then remain steadfast, this talk explores the meaning of istiqamah, not as perfection, but as constantly getting back up and returning to Allah. Ramadan is not the finish line. It is the training ground. The real event is life itself.This episode reflects on acceptance, the six days of Shawwal, the danger of going back to old habits, the priority of salah and staying away from haram, and the wisdom of setting small, sustainable acts of worship that can remain with us until the next Ramadan.A timely reminder for anyone asking how to preserve the gifts of Ramadan and continue the journey with sincerity, humility, and hope.Chapter markers00:00 Opening praise, verses, and hadith02:03 Reflecting after Ramadan and asking Allah for acceptance02:57 The practice of the salaf after Ramadan04:21 What happens after the honeymoon of Ramadan?04:46 We do not worship Ramadan, we worship Allah06:24 Salah is not piety, it is the bare minimum07:00 Shaytan is back, and the real fight begins07:18 Ramadan as training, not the competition08:25 The race analogy: training for the real event09:44 The boxing analogy: get back up again12:16 The meaning of istiqamah13:19 Istiqamah is not perfection15:03 We are not angels, we are human beings who keep trying16:27 Surah Fussilat and the angels at the time of death17:42 Do not fear and do not grieve19:27 Glad tidings of Jannah before leaving this world20:42 We were your allies in this world and the next21:02 In Jannah you will have whatever your souls desire22:42 Allah alone is our Rabb23:21 They slipped, but they kept getting back up24:12 Ask Allah for a good death25:01 Now we are in the ring25:36 The six days of Shawwal26:56 Warming down after Ramadan27:44 Can the six fasts be separate or must they be consecutive?28:44 Combining qada with the six days of Shawwal31:42 You cannot maintain Ramadan exactly outside Ramadan33:17 Do not drop everything because you cannot keep everything34:03 Focus on the bare minimum first34:49 Stay away from haram and guard your salah35:25 Set a ridiculously easy quota37:24 Small consistency grows into something great38:31 Use your five daily salahs as your ladder of growth40:06 Why we fail: we set the bar too high40:37 Build slowly and keep improving41:18 Final dua and closing

In this episode, I sit with Mln. Ebrahim Moosa from the Palestine Information Network for a frank conversation on the current escalation in the region and what it means for the wider Ummah.This is the full, raw recording as it was captured. It is not edited for tone, platform sensitivities, or soundbites. The aim is clarity: identifying the aggressor-victim framing, resisting oversimplification, and keeping our moral compass anchored while the timeline shifts fast.We also speak about:How public confusion is forming and why it is understandableThe danger of making any state a barometer for PalestineHolding political clarity without collapsing into theological confusionJustice, consistency, and the responsibility of speech in crisisRamadan: worship, dua, and meaningful action without escapismListen with care, verify claims, and keep your heart anchored to Allah in a moment designed to disorient.

In this powerful and timely conversation, Shaykh Irshaad Sedick sits down with Mawlānā Ebrahim Moosa of the Palestine Information Network to reflect on the newly declared ceasefire after two years of genocide in Gaza.Together they unpack:What this “ceasefire” really means — and what it doesn’t.How the people of Gaza remain unbroken despite unimaginable loss.The hypocrisy of global politics and the ongoing battle of narratives.The moral duty of Muslims worldwide to pursue justice and accountability.The urgent need for the Ummah to build its own power, platforms, and institutions.This is not the end of the story — it’s the beginning of our reckoning.Listen as two South African scholars and activists discuss faith, resistance, and the future of the struggle for Palestine.🎧 Recorded October 16, 2025 – Cape Town

In this gripping and urgent conversation, M. Irshaad Sedick sits down with analyst and political commentator Sami Hamdi for an unflinching look at the Gaza genocide, global power games, and the silence of Muslim leaders. This isn’t about headlines, it’s about what’s happening behind closed doors, and what we, as the Umma, must do about it.From Iran and Trump’s foreign policy to the betrayal of Palestine by those sworn to defend it, Sami exposes hard truths with clarity and conviction. He explains why the ICJ case matters, how South Africa stood tall when others remained seated, and what real action, not just emotion, looks like.This is not just a video. It’s a wake-up call. If you believe in justice, if you believe in dignity, if you believe in the power of the people, watch this. Share it. And be part of the Umma in motion.🕊️ Support the cause.🎟️ Join us in Durban, Cape Town, and Johannesburg.📢 Let’s turn outrage into organized action.For the Buy One Get One Free, Cape Town offer, Whatsapp 0721026363

In this heartfelt and inspiring episode, we sit down with Mawlana Sedick Bailey, a 78-year-old scholar and the oldest graduate of the late Mawlana Taha Karaan (may Allah have mercy on him). Mawlana Bailey shares his remarkable journey of seeking knowledge across decades, reflecting on what it means to be a lifelong learner in service of faith and community.We discuss: • His early days of study and what drew him to sacred knowledge • The impact and legacy of his teacher, Mln Taha Karaan • How he continues to learn and grow even in his late seventies • The role of humility, patience, and purpose in the pursuit of ‘ilmWhether you’re a young student or a seasoned teacher, Mawlana Bailey’s story is a powerful reminder: it is never too late to learn, and the path of knowledge is lifelong.

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In this powerful episode of the Isnad Academy Podcast, host M. Irshaad Sedick sits down with M. Muhammad Carr to explore a profound lesson from the Night Journey (Isrā’ and Mi‘rāj)—the dire warning against riba (usury/interest).🔹 How does riba impact our spirituality, economy, and society?🔹 Why is riba considered worse than drinking alcohol in the Quran?🔹 What practical steps can we take to transition to Sharia-compliant alternatives?Through insightful discussion, our speakers unpack the Quranic prohibition of interest and its consequences, drawing lessons that remain relevant today.🕌 Islam is holistic—it does not separate spirituality from finance. If we seek to strengthen our connection with Allah (Most High), we must also ensure that our financial transactions align with His divine guidance.📢 Support the People of GazaIn the heart of Gaza, our brother Ahmad has been assisting others despite the ongoing genocide. Now, he needs our support to continue his mission. Stand with him—donate today.🤲 Donate today. Stand with Gaza.Goodwill International Foundation (PBO)FNB (First National Bank) acc: 6283 2797 205Reference: GazaInfo: +27 64 900 0570📢 Subscribe to Isnad Academy for more thought-provoking discussions on Islamic knowledge, spirituality, and contemporary challenges.🔔 Turn on notifications so you never miss an episode!#IsnadAcademy #Podcast #Riba #Usury #IslamicFinance #Quran #Spirituality #InterestFree #ShariaFinance #NightJourney #Mi‘raj #Islam

Al-Isra: Practical Lessons from the Night Journey00:00 Start 00:47 Introduction - Blessing of Rajab 01:24 Quran Recitation 17:1 02:36 Brief Recap 04:15 Who does the ending of the Ayah refer to? 08:29 Two Views - Body & Soul, or Soul Only 12:34 Evidence that it was Body & Soul 26:00 Start of the Isra 28:47 Shaqq al-Sadr - Splitting the Chest 50:31 How to clean our hearts 1:04:45 Closing 1:05:47 Gaza FundraiserGoodwill International FoundationFNB Cheque: 6283 2797 205Reference: GazaMore Info Contact: +27 64 9000 570

Al-Isra - The Night Journey and Divine Connection00:00 Start 00:27 Introduction 02:34 What was the overarching purpose of the Isra and Miraj |D:106:06 Surat al-Isra 25:11 Deep Dive into Ayah 1 of Surat al-Isra40:15 Historical Context of the Isra and M’raj44:40 Even the surroundings are blessed 47:35 Gaza Relief Opportunity 50:19 Gaza Relief - Details on Screen 54:08 Closing

Join Mln Muhammad Carr and Mln Irshaad Sedick in this insightful episode of the Isnad Academy Podcast as they explore the spiritual significance of Rajab, its connection to Isra and Mi'raj, and the importance of this blessed month in our lives today.The discussion sheds light on the liberation of Sham (Greater Syria), its profound significance, and our duties toward the people of Sham and Gaza in these trying times. As the world changes, the question arises: Are words still enough, or is there more we can do?Highlights include:00:22 The Blessing of Rajab08:22 Rajab - Isra & Mi'raj34:45 The Significance of Sham's Liberation41:41 Our Duty to the People of Sham51:28 Are Words Still Enough?54:19 Concluding DuaThis heartfelt conversation inspires reflection on our responsibilities, collective action, and the unexpected blessings that Rajab brings.Don’t miss this engaging and spiritually uplifting episode!👉 Subscribe for more enriching content!👉 Follow Isnad Academy! TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, etc.

Gaza: Ongoing Genocide, Increasing HopeIn this enlightening discussion, Mawlana Ebrahim Moosa, founder of the Palestine Information Network (PIN), sits down with Mln Muhammad Carr and Mln Irshaad Sedick (Isnad Academy) to explore critical issues surrounding the ongoing genocide in, and increasing hope for Gaza.📍 Host: M. Irshaad Sedick (Isnad Academy)📍 Guest: Mawlana Ebrahim Moosa (Palestine Information Network)📍Guest: Mawlana Muhammad Carr (Neo Youth Foundation)Support our mission to bring you more great content:Account Name: Isnad Academy Absa Cheque Account Number: 4100949184 Branch 632005SWIFT code - ABSAZAJJ🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more insightful content.00:00 Start 00:36 The Most Important Issue Facing the Umma 04:33 Current Conditions in Gaza 16:41 How can the humanitarian situation be dealt with? 29:07 Is Palestine that important? 39:07 Again, was the 7th of October really worth it? 44:51 Israel is weaker than it has ever been 46:11 But it doesn’t feel like a victory! 49:21 Where and how should we expand our efforts of resistance? 56:21 A Spiritual Perspective 1:10:37 How you can make a difference - Golden Opportunity. 1:13:53 Gaza, A Fresh Lens. 1:18:24 Concluding Remarks

Syria is Free - What Does this Mean for Gaza? - M. Ebrahim Moosa (PIN)In this enlightening discussion, Mawlana Ebrahim Moosa, founder of the Palestine Information Network (PIN), sits down with Isnad Academy to explore critical issues surrounding the Palestinian cause, Masjid al-Aqsa, and the broader Middle Eastern context.Key topics include: Reflections on the Palestinian struggle and Masjid al-Aqsa. Insights into the recent developments in Syria, including the fall of Bashar al-Assad.Geopolitical dynamics involving Iran, Hezbollah, and resistance movements. The humanitarian toll of prolonged conflict and the hope for justice.Join us for a deep dive into the complexities of regional politics, the symbolism of resistance, and the resilience of oppressed peoples.📍 Host: M. Irshaad Sedick (Isnad Academy)📍 Guest: Mawlana Ebrahim Moosa (Palestine Information Network)Support our mission to bring you more great content:Account Name: Isnad Academy Absa Cheque Account Number: 4100949184 Branch 632005SWIFT code - ABSAZAJJ🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more insightful content.00:00 - Start02:55 - Reflections on the Liberation of Syria05:27 - Impact on the Scholars of Sham05:56 - Agenda-driven opportunists amidst a genocide13:44 - Avoid atomistic approaches to the unfolding events15:19 – Russia, Iran, and Hizbullah supported Assad19:42 - Iran and Hizbullah support Gaza28:48 - Iran attacked Israel35:01 - Why did they support Assad? 39:46 - Sectarian Alliances41:38 - The Brutality of the Assad Regime50:17 - Why are some so sceptical?08:10 - Syria now15:33 - Concluding principles

Contemporary Islam and Differences of Opinion - Sh Ismail Ibrahim PatelIn this episode, we are joined by our guest, Ismail Ibrahim Patel from the UK, with whom we discuss various issues - based on suggestions from our local teachers. Topics range from contemporary Islam, Taqlid, intra-religious harmony, and differences of opinion. 00:00 :Start00:54 :Intro to Sh Ismail Patel03:31 :The Legacy of Shaykh Taha Karaan RA 06:54 :Shaykh Ismail's link to Shayhk Taha Karaan RA08:42 :Legacy of Shah WaliyyuLlah Dehlawi RA12:45 :If you could, what would you ask him?17:11 :Dealing with differences of opinion21:59 :Trivial Differences amidst Ummatic crises25:32 :Guidance for Muslims amidst the confusion29:53: Cautioning fresh graduates 31:01 :Contemporary Hadith studies 34:14 :Hanafi Hadith Method40:43 :Contemporary Fiqh44:56 :Parting Nasiha for UK Muslims48:20 :Shaykh Taha of Fiqh of MinoritiesAccount Name: Isnad Academy Absa Cheque Account Number: 4100949184 Branch 632005Ref: Donate

Shaykh Dr. Haitham al-Haddad is a jurist and serves as a judge for the Islamic Council (UK). He has studied the Islamic sciences for over 20 years under the tutelage of renowned scholars such as the late Grand Mufti of Saudi Arabia and the retired Head of the Kingdom's Higher Judiciary Council. He specialised in many Islamic sciences and submitted his doctoral thesis on Islamic jurisprudence concerning Muslim minorities. He is highly respected, having specialised knowledge in the field of Fiqh, Usul al-Fiqh, Maqāsid al-Shari'ah, Ulum al-Qur’ān, Tafsīr, Aqīdah, and Fiqh al-Hadīth. He provides complex theories that address the role of Islamic jurisprudence within a Western environment whilst also critically re-analysing the approach of Islamic jurists in forming legal rulings (ifta’) within a Western sociopolitical context.Support Isnad Academy so we can keep bringing you great content.Absa Acc - 4100949184Branch - 632005South Africa‪@shaykhdr.haithamal-haddad484‬ ‪@islam21c‬ 00:00 Introduction03:46 What is the role of Traditional Scholars in the Modern Era?11:29 Why is there generally a greater focus on individual reformation?17:11 The relevance of this discussion to the genocide in Gaza21:25 How do we address the imbalance?23:40 Does traditional learning prepare students for the challenges of modernity?27:38 Are the books of Fiqh suitable to deal with contemporary problems?37:55 Classical scholars addressed classical issues.38:28 What happens to an Alim graduate upon graduating?40:26 What is the line between contextualisation and modernisation? 53:34 Considering the other-worldly objectives of Islam.58:14 WE DON’T REFLECT ON THE QURAN!1:03:31 All this is summarised in one verse.1:06:48 Most of the books of Aqida Commentaries focus on the differences between Muslims1:11:36 Sufis are also Salafis :-)1:12:35 Closing Remarks

In this podcast episode, M. Irshaad Sedick (host) speaks with M. Khalil Hendricks, Sh. Muhammad West and M. Zakariyya Harnekar about the 2024 South African Elections results, explicitly addressing the question, “Did Western Cape Muslims Betray Palestine for the DA?”Support Isnad Academy so we can keep bringing you great content.Absa Acc - 4100949184Branch - 632005South Africa00:00 Introduction02:07 Initial Comments, Reactions to The Elections Results & Framing The Analysis06:34 Three Points Presented07:26 Sowing the Seeds of Discord - Anti-Muslim Propaganda - First Point16:11 How Many Muslims Voted - Second Point18:50 How Muslim Areas Voted - Third Point28:32 What These Numbers Indicate - Support for Palestine & Drop in the DA votes29:57 Comments on These Results31:25 Why Focus on the Palestinian Issue?31:58 Questions and Answers Based on the Analysis41:09 Nasiha (Guidance) on the Way Forward53:02 Host’s Concluding Remarks54:25 Du‘a (Supplication) - Shaykh Muhammad West

Join Shaykh Muhammad West, Mln Khalil Hendricks, Mln Zakariyya Harnekar, and Mln Irshaad Sedick for this discussion on the 2024 South African National Elections & Guidance for The Muslim Vote.00:00 - Intro02:00 - Initial Thoughts - Ruling on Voting11:55 - How central is the consideration of the Palestine issue?14:00 - Who not to vote for?29:59 - Is support for Palestine enough to overlook corruption and poor governance? Should we vote for the ANC?41:33 - Smaller parties and Muslim parties44:38 - EFF?45:33 - Voting for smaller parties?1:00:40 - Doing our part in public service and civic activism1:07:23 - Who are we voting for?1:11:38 - Rafah is burning1:12:46 - Dua (Supplication)Support Isnad AcademyAbsa Cheque4100949184Branch 632005#SouthAfricaElections #MuslimVote #NationalElections #Gaza #Rafah

In this episode, we sit down with Khuddam al-Islam to discuss their story and the beautiful Ramadan Qiyam al-Layl programmes they have developed.Support Isnad Academy - Absa Cheque Account Number: 4100949184 - Branch 632005Khuddāmul Islām Nasheed Group and Youth Development - Established in 2012 under the guidance of Shaykh Ismail Londt and many others. The group performed with many world-renowned artists, such as The Abo Shaar Brothers, Mostafa Atef, etc. The group's core focus is the development of the youth and creating a life-changing alternative through its performance and programs like the Qiyam al-Layl programmes.

Join M. Irshaad Sedick, M. Saalim Peck, M. Zakariyya Harnekar, and H. Achmat Solomon for this reflection (Tafakkur) on the meanings of verses 4 -10 of Sura al-Nur (Quran, 24:4-10)Help us help others -Isnad AcademyAbsa IslamicCheque Account: 4100949184Branch 63200500:00 Start00:10 Recitation Sura Nur V 4-1003:04 Introduction03:24 Quick Recap04:57 Don’t take fornication and adultery lightly06:01 Verse Four11:30 Should someone with an STD inform their potential spouse?12:31 How sins should be hidden16:09 Verse Five17:25 Who does the verse refer to?18:57 What if you catch your spouse?20:00 Verse Six20:46 Verse Seven22:38 Where is Qadhf and Li’an discussed?25:16 Should one forgive their cheating spouse?28:57 Wouldn't you love it if Allah forgives you?30:39 Is there a difference between the cheating of a man and a woman?35:50 Individual's choice37:17 Try to forgive... why?39:11 Advice to women in abusive marriages40:24 Whatever you choose...41:13 A bargaining chip41:51 Encouragement for women in abusive marriages43:52 What do the Madhahib say about the Repentance of an accuser?44:54 Mln Zakariyya's advice on staying away from Zina47:51 What Mln Zakariyya told himself when he was younger48:39 H. Achmat's example from a rugby perspective49:52 M:What does a spouse do when accused of adultery?50:26 Verse Eight50:47 Verse Nine52:50 Verse Ten53:52 Allah ends the verse with His quality - Hakim54:19 Wisdom of these laws in light of the Me 2 movement58:06 All victims have recourse to the law58:51 Tips to protect your marriage59:38 Don’t spy, even on your spouse.01:02 Satisfy your spouse sufficiently01:02:33 oversexualisation of society01:03:44 You'll never have to regret...01:06:53 Responsibility on couples01:08:12 Outro

Join M. Irshaad Sedick, M. Zakariyya Harnekar, and H. Achmat Solomon for this reflection (Tafakkur) on the meanings of the first three verses of Sura al-Nur (Quran, 24:1-3)00:00 Start00:24 Introduction 01:20 Recitation of Sura Nur 1-503:25 Why Sura Nur?08:24 Verse One16:48 Verse Two41:39 Q&A: Hadd Punishment - Is One Absolved in the Akhira46:00 Verse Three01:08:34 Q&A: Can we ask a suitor about their past sins?01:15:07 Q&A: Are we allowed to ask if the potential suitor ever changed sexes?01:18:25 Quran Study Tip01:25:58 Why Ml. Zakariyya takes a while to reply to messages.01:34:09 Sura Wa Al-‘Asr

Since the 7th of October, 2023, Dr Ehab Bader has spent 43 days in Gaza and volunteered at Al Shifa Hospital. Hear his first-hand account of what life in Gaza was like for him and his loved ones.Ehab Bader is a husband and a father of three kids. He is a professional consultant in leadership and management. He is a physician and a paediatrician. Ehab graduated from the University of Western Ontario as a specialist in newborns and premature babies in 2014. He is also a graduate of Harvard University in management and leadership. Ehab holds a bachelor’s degree in Share’a and Islamic studies from Egypt. He lived in different places worldwide, including the Middle East, Europe, and North America, where he worked in character building and personal and community development for over 20 years. He is passionate about learning and teaching Islam as a methodology and a way of life.”

One of the recurring conversations around the genocide taking place in Gaza and South Africa’s case against Israel at the ICJ is about the organisation known as Hamas. In this discourse, M. Irshaad Sedick explains South Africa’s position and the position of many justice-loving South Africans on Hammas.#SouthAfricavsIsrael #ICJ #Palestine

Join us for a thought-provoking and inspirational hour with anti-apartheid veteran Reverend Dr. Allan Boesak as he delves into the intricate intersections of Palestine, Christianity, and Zionism. Drawing on his profound experiences in the South African anti-apartheid movement, Dr. Boesak reflects on the parallels, challenges, and opportunities within the Palestinian liberation struggle. Unpacking the role of faith in advocacy, the episode explores how individuals and communities can contribute to a just and peaceful resolution. Dr. Boesak’s unique perspective offers valuable insights into fostering understanding and solidarity in pursuing a brighter future for all.#freepalestine #southafrica #apartheid

In a heroic effort to stop the genocide of Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank, South Africa has officially laid a charge of genocide against Israel at the International Court of Justice (ICJ). Advocate Mohammad Anwar Albertus sheds light on the matter in this podcast with co-hosts M. Irshaad Sedick and Dr M. Yusuf Patel.Donate Directly to Gaza!Account: Let's Share Foundation Albaraka Bank  Current Account 78600249978 Br/Code: 800 000 Ref: Gaza

What better way to launch our new studio than with the Tafakkur crew? In this podcast, we explore the meanings of Sura Al-Buruj in light of the current situation in Gaza.Host - M. Irshaad SedickGuests: M. Saalim Peck; M. Zakariyya Harnekar & H. Achmat Solomon

In this Podcast, we chat with the youth of Palestine with whom we have been working to get much-needed aid to the people of Gaza. Joining us are Brother Suhaib Abdat, Sister Kiyan Ashraf, and messages from Brother Ahmed Al-Aydi and Sister Jomana Abu Nahla.Donate and share in the blessings now:Account: Let’s Share Foundation (PBO: 225-278) Albaraka Bank Current Account 78600249978 Br/Code: 800 000 Ref: Gaza

🎙️ Join us for an insightful and thought-provoking conversation on Islam in South Africa as Isnad Academy presents a special podcast episode featuring Mohammed Hijab, Hamza Tzortsis, and host M. Irshaad Sedick along with co-host Dr. Yusuf Patel. 🕌🌐 Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/FVme1PZduo4In this episode, our esteemed guests from the Sapience Institute (sapienceinstitute.org) will take us on an enlightening journey through their experience of the rich history and vibrant Muslim community of South Africa. We then learn more about the Sapience Institute, which offers free tuition on critical contemporary topics in Islam.🌟 Joining M. Irshaad Sedick are two remarkable Callers-to-Allah from the Sapience Institute:🔹 Mohammed Hijab, a charismatic debater and co-founder of the Sapience Institute, brings his profound understanding of Islam's role in contemporary societies to the table.🔹 Hamza Tzortsis, an eloquent and profoundly reflective thinker and co-founder of the Sapience Institute, shares his perspectives on the work of Sapience Institute and how it contributes to the academic study of Islam.🤝 Co-hosting this captivating conversation is Dr Yusuf Patel, an accomplished medical doctor and Islamic Scholar. His expertise complements the discussion as we delve into the critical work of Sapience Institute and its impact on promoting Islamic education and research.Whether you're a curious listener seeking to learn more about Islam's presence in South Africa or an academic eager to explore the initiatives of Sapience Institute, this podcast offers something for everyone.🎧 Tune in now to gain valuable insights into the Islamic heritage of South Africa and discover the intellectually stimulating world of Sapience Institute. Don't miss this exciting episode filled with knowledge, wisdom, and inspiration!Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell (Isnad Academy YouTube Channel) to stay updated on Isnad Academy’s latest content.#IsnadAcademy #IslamInSouthAfrica #SapienceInstitute #IslamicHeritage #MuslimScholars #Podcast #Knowledge #Education

Welcome to a special Isnad Academy Podcast episode hosted by M. Irshaad Sedick. In this episode, we delve into the topic of "Why Should You Perform Hajj While Young?" and explore the profound significance of undertaking the Hajj pilgrimage at a young age.

This series explores powerful and moving prayers from the Quran and Sunna for Ramadan 1444. This series will be aired on Radio Voice of the Cape daily during Ramadan, in the Pre-Maghrib segment, Waghyussiyaam -Inspirations of Fasting.

This series explores powerful and moving prayers from the Quran and Sunna for Ramadan 1444. This series will be aired on Radio Voice of the Cape daily during Ramadan, in the Pre-Maghrib segment, Waghyussiyaam -Inspirations of Fasting.

This series explores powerful and moving prayers from the Quran and Sunna for Ramadan 1444. This series will be aired on Radio Voice of the Cape daily during Ramadan, in the Pre-Maghrib segment, Waghyussiyaam -Inspirations of Fasting.

This series explores powerful and moving prayers from the Quran and Sunna for Ramadan 1444. This series will be aired on Radio Voice of the Cape daily during Ramadan, in the Pre-Maghrib segment, Waghyussiyaam -Inspirations of Fasting.

This series explores powerful and moving prayers from the Quran and Sunna for Ramadan 1444. This series will be aired on Radio Voice of the Cape daily during Ramadan, in the Pre-Maghrib segment, Waghyussiyaam -Inspirations of Fasting.

This series explores powerful and moving prayers from the Quran and Sunna for Ramadan 1444. This series will be aired on Radio Voice of the Cape daily during Ramadan, in the Pre-Maghrib segment, Waghyussiyaam -Inspirations of Fasting.

This series explores powerful and moving prayers from the Quran and Sunna for Ramadan 1444. This series will be aired on Radio Voice of the Cape daily during Ramadan, in the Pre-Maghrib segment, Waghyussiyaam -Inspirations of Fasting.

This series explores powerful and moving prayers from the Quran and Sunna for Ramadan 1444. This series will be aired on Radio Voice of the Cape daily during Ramadan, in the Pre-Maghrib segment, Waghyussiyaam -Inspirations of Fasting.

This series explores powerful and moving prayers from the Quran and Sunna for Ramadan 1444. This series will be aired on Radio Voice of the Cape daily during Ramadan, in the Pre-Maghrib segment, Waghyussiyaam -Inspirations of Fasting.

This series explores powerful and moving prayers from the Quran and Sunna for Ramadan 1444. This series will be aired on Radio Voice of the Cape daily during Ramadan, in the Pre-Maghrib segment, Waghyussiyaam -Inspirations of Fasting.

This series explores powerful and moving prayers from the Quran and Sunna for Ramadan 1444. This series will be aired on Radio Voice of the Cape daily during Ramadan, in the Pre-Maghrib segment, Waghyussiyaam -Inspirations of Fasting.