The Deenspiration Podcast

This week, award winning Turkish actor Emre Üçtepe, most famously known for his role as young Osman Bey in the globally successful Diriliş Ertugrul, joins us to discuss his life leading up to and after the series, and much more about this personal life including hobbies, faith, and interesting facts. Donate Your Qurbani with Zaimah Fulfil this mighty Sunnah starting from only £14 per share Donate Your Qurbani Today Cut the Small Talk & Get Deep with the Reflection Deck by Towards Faith As you’ll notice on our podcast show, we’ve recently began introducing a deep reflection round at the end of our discussions. We’re doing this using the brilliant Reflection Deck card game by our sponsors, Towards Faith. Featuring 150 questions split into three categories (fun and light, personal and deep), this is a wonderful tool for meaningful and heartfelt discussions with loved ones. As you’ll see from the examples in our podcast, some of these questions will have you opening up like you never have before, and will prompt you to deeply reflect about yourself, your faith, and Allah SWT. Get the Reflection Deck Never Miss an Episode! Did you enjoy this episode? Click below to subscribe to the show on your smartphone and join our family of 1000’s Muslims around the world who love listening and learning. To support us, please consider leaving a positive 5-star review on Apple Podcast/iTunes. Want to have your own voice featured on our show? Click below to leave a 60-second voice recording and we’ll feature you on an upcoming episode. Subscribe Record a Review Write a Review &&& The post The Life of Emre Üçtepe (Young Osman Bey from Diriliş Ertuğrul) – Acting, Hobbies & Unknown Facts appeared first on Deenspiration.

Life as an Actor in the Diriliş Ertugrul Drama Series Whilst Being a Strictly Practising Muslim Today we’re joined by Celal Al – husband, father, and Turkish actor most widely known for his role as the legendary warrior Abdurrahman Alp/Gazi in the globally successful Diriliş Ertugrul and Kuruluş Osman drama series. We discuss his role as an actor whilst also being a strictly practising Muslim, and his love for his fans in Pakistan. Chapters: 0:00 Intro – Who is Celal Al? 3:07 – Salams and welcome to the show 4:02 – Remembering Ayberk Pekcan (Artuk Bey) 4:55 – Usman showing off! 5:40 – Choosing reflection cards 6:40 – What drew you to the role? 7:50 – Muslims increasing faith because of Islamic dramas 9:51 – The role of dramas for Islamic education 11:23 – Dramas teaching better Islamic etiquette 12:16 – Acting whilst practising Islam 13:00 – Kayi merchandise 13:12 – Praying Salah on a film set 15:42 – What does Celal have in common with Abdurrahman? 16:21 – Celal “SLAPS” Usman, Abdurrahman style! 17:16 – Favourite scene to film 18:15 – Celal loves Pakistan! 19:03 – Zaimah Qurbani Campaign 20:27 – Reflection Card Game 21:41 – Outro Donate Your Qurbani with Zaimah Fulfil this mighty Sunnah starting from only £14 per share Donate Your Qurbani Today Cut the Small Talk & Get Deep with the Reflection Deck by Towards Faith As you’ll notice on our podcast show, we’ve recently began introducing a deep reflection round at the end of our discussions. We’re doing this using the brilliant Reflection Deck card game by our sponsors, Towards Faith. Featuring 150 questions split into three categories (fun and light, personal and deep), this is a wonderful tool for meaningful and heartfelt discussions with loved ones. As you’ll see from the examples in our podcast, some of these questions will have you opening up like you never have before, and will prompt you to deeply reflect about yourself, your faith, and Allah SWT. Get the Reflection Deck About Celal Al Celal Al is a Turkish actor, husband and father, and most widely known for his portrayal of the legendary Kayi Tribe warrior, Abdurrahman Gazi in the Dirilis Ertugrul and Kurulus Osman drama series. Celal has acted in many Turkish television series and is known for his notable work and tremendous performances. The actor has been in touch with many most celebrated Pakistani actors including Imran Abbas, Humayun Saeed, and others. They met in Pakistan and were noted for chanting the Pakistani song ‘Dil Dil Pakistan’. Celal is also public about his strict practise of Islam, often seen reciting Qur’an and even delivering Islamic sermons. Never Miss an Episode! Did you enjoy this episode? Click below to subscribe to the show on your smartphone and join our family of 1000’s Muslims around the world who love listening and learning. To support us, please consider leaving a positive 5-star review on Apple Podcast/iTunes. Want to have your own voice featured on our show? Click below to leave a 60-second voice recording and we’ll feature you on an upcoming episode. Subscribe Record a Review Write a Review &&& The post Ep 52: Celal Al (Abdurrahman Alp from Diriliş Ertugrul / Kuruluş Osman) Discusses Life, Faith & Acting appeared first on Deenspiration.

Complete Change the Way You Think About Salah & Develop a More Meaningful Relationship with Allah This week we’re joined by Iqbal Nasim. He’s an educator, writer, speaker, former investment banker and non-profit leader, and a Hafidh of Qur’an. In our opinion, he is one of the most forward-thinking visionaries in the UK Muslim community today, and in this episode you’ll get a flavour for why that is! Iqbal has a long-standing passion for aiding Muslims lead a more meaningful, purposeful, God-centred life. After a decade as CEO of the National Zakat Foundation, Iqbal’s focus has turned to creating and delivering transformational educational experiences through his courses on salat, the Qur’an, and leadership. In this episode we discuss his journey briefly, and then dive into the mindset shift we must make if we want to improve the quality of our daily salat, and deepen our relationship with Allah. Get ready to hear some seriously thought-provoking thoughts about salah that you might not have considered before. We’ll also hear about the ‘Transform My Prayer’ course which Iqbal is teaching LIVE this Ramadan. Stay tuned until the last portion of the episode to watch Iqbal and Usman play the Reflection Deck card game together. Things get very deep! WHAT YOU’LL LEARN Iqbal’s journey towards building the National Zakat Foundation. The true purpose of Zakat vs how Muslims treat it today. How Iqbal combines Zakat, salah, and leadership as part of a logical journey towards building strong foundations. Why the Muslim community will never become great again unless they establish strong foundations. Why weak salah = weak foundations. The current state of most of our prayers and why this is a major problem (are our prayers just a performance?) How people treat their daily salah vs the reality of what it actually is. The problem with mindless salah . How Allah describes the Believers’ motivations in the Qur’an vs what we think they are. Start practising or stop pretending! A scary but eye-opening question you need to ask yourself. The number one priority you must address before trying to fix the components inside of your prayer Do we believe in Allah because we’re Muslim, or are we Muslim because we believe in Allah? What’s comes first, the mindset surrounding prayer or establishing prayer first? More info about the Transform My Prayer, Club Revelation and Last Day Leader courses that Iqbal teaches. The Prophet’s (s) Companions’ (ra) journey with the salah and how this relates to our own journeys. The number one factor that improved Iqbal’s focus and tranquillity in Salah. Why having thoughts in your salah is actually a good thing. Are we really connecting with the phrases we utter during salah on an emotional level? If not, how do we solve this? The beautiful wisdom behind the repetition that occurs during our daily prayers. How to test if you’re making progress in your salah. Join ‘Transform My Prayer’ Ramadan Edition 2022 A step-by-step journey to make your Salat a truly fulfilling experience. Join at a Discounted Rate and Receive our eBook on How to Focus During Salah As a Free Bonus As a Deenspiration Podcast viewer, when you join Transform My Prayer using the button below, you’ll receive an exclusive deal: The early-bird discounted price, which is no longer available, will still be applicable to you. Woohoo – Alhamdulillah! You’ll receive a digital copy of our ’30 Top Tips for Attaining Khushoo’ in Prayer’ eBook completely free as a bonus gift when you sign up Register for Transform My Prayer Now Cut the Small Talk & Get Deep with the Reflection Deck by Towards Faith As you’ll notice on our podcast show, we’ve recently began introducing a deep reflection round at the end of our discussions. We’re doing this using the brilliant Reflection Deck card game by our sponsors, Towards Faith. Featuring 150 questions split into three categories (fun and light, personal and deep), this is a wonderful tool for meaningful and heartfelt discussions with loved ones. As you’ll see from the examples in our podcast, some of these questions will have you opening up like you never have before, and will prompt you to deeply reflect about yourself, your faith, and Allah SWT. Get the Reflection Deck About Iqbal Nasim Iqbal Nasim is an educator, speaker and writer… former investment banker and non-profit leader. He delivers transformational educational experiences to help people lead truly God-centred lives, by achieving connection through prayer, clarity through revelation, and the courage to fulfil one’s leadership potential. In 2019, he developed and started teaching a course, Transform My Prayer, to help people achieve more consistency, focus and tranquillity in their five daily prayers. It’s been taken by nearly 2,000 people from around the world. Iqbal is the former Chief Executive of the National Zakat Foundation. In 2019, he was awarded an MBE for services to Tackling Poverty and Community Development. He has an MA in Economics and Management from Cambridge University and an MSc in Voluntary Sector Management from Cass Business School. Iqbal has given hundreds of talks and Friday sermons on a variety of subjects relating to Islam. He has memorised the Qur’an and has an official license for the accurate recitation of the Qur’an with an unbroken chain of teachers back to the Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him. Connect with Iqbal YouTube | Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | LinkedIn | Website Never Miss an Episode! Did you enjoy this episode? Click below to subscribe to the show on your smartphone and join our family of 1000’s Muslims around the world who love listening and learning. To support us, please consider leaving a positive 5-star review on Apple Podcast/iTunes. Want to have your own voice featured on our show? 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Studies, Travels, Poetry, Writing, Entrepreneurship & A New BookThis is Shabbir Hassan’s Story Shabbir Hassan – a multi-talented scholar, hafiz of Qur’an, author, podcast host and teacher – joins us today for Episode 50 (wohoo, 50 episodes Alhamdulillah) to discuss his journey so far, from his time away from home studying Islamic sciences all the way to the inspirations behind his recent book. Embarking on a journey of Islamic studies at a young age can be difficult, especially to stick through with it and graduate with a qualification Stay tuned until the last portion of the episode to watch Shabbir and Usman  play the Reflection Deck game together. Things get very deep! WHAT YOU’LL LEARN Shabbir’s story: how he first started his journey of seeking Islamic knowledge and sacrifices involved The significance of being the first person from his small town to embark on such a journey and what it meant to him What sparked Shabbir to learn Arabic and memorise the Qur’an Lessons Shabbir learned along the way and how these have shaped who he is today The importance of having teachers and mentors who will keep you on the right track The time Shabbir’s teacher had to serve him some humble pie! Advice to young students of knowledge wishing to embark on a similar journey The story behind his book ‘A Beautiful Patience: 40 Life Lessons from Surah Yusuf’ Why Surah Yusuf has so many timeless valuable life lessons What makes Yusuf (as) the most relatable prophet, according to Shabbir? A fun reflection round featuring the Reflection Deck by Towards Faith. Never Miss an Episode! Did you enjoy this episode? Click below to subscribe to the show on your smartphone and join our family of 1000’s Muslims around the world who love listening and learning. To support us, please consider leaving a positive 5-star review on Apple Podcast/iTunes. Want to have your own voice featured on our show? Click below to leave a 60-second voice recording and we’ll feature you on an upcoming episode. Subscribe Record a Review Write a Review &&& The post Ep 50: Islamic Studies, Quran, Poetry, and Life Lessons from Surah Yusuf | Shabbir Hassan appeared first on Deenspiration.

Discover How the New Faith & Focus Morning and Evening Journal Can Supercharge Your Spiritual Productivity Shahbaz Mirza, founder of Towards Faith (formerly Ramadan Legacy), joins us for a third time on the show to share details of the new Faith & Focus Morning and Evening Journal – a daily system for being and doing. In this episode, Shahbaz and Usman catch up on the latest developments within the Towards Faith brand, and dive deep into the world or productivity, daily routines, and how strugglers and seekers can best utilise their time for maximum spiritual self-development. With an overwhelming amount of self-help content on the internet and every guru pointing you towards their latest productivity hack, one glaring issue is that most of these are not centred around God and a faith-based mindset. Sure, they may be useful for planning your day and motivating you to check off the tasks on your to-do list, but where does your daily worship fit into this? What about your five prayers, your Qur’an recitation, your dhikr (remembrance), your personal character building, your intentions, and other spiritual activities? Between the morning yoga and the mid-day greens smoothie, do these mainstream methods provide any real systems for incorporating Islam into your day and improving your relationship with Allah? That’s exactly what we discuss in this episode, and explore how this new product has been designed to be a simple, yet powerful tool for busy Muslims who want to be more, whilst doing more at the same time. Stay tuned until the last portion of the episode to watch Shahbaz and Usman spontaneously play the Reflection Deck game together. Things get very deep! WHAT YOU’LL LEARN A brief overview of Shahbaz’s journey from creating Ramadan Legacy, to rebranding into Towards Faith. Why does Towards Faith exist, and who does it serve? Did Shahbaz feel a spiritual void whilst working in the corporate world, and did this inspire the creation of the Faith & Focus journal? The difference between learning Islamic educations vs implementing the knowledge into your own life. What’s the deal with morning and evening routines, and why are they important? The problem with mainstream ‘hustle’ culture and its lack of a faith-based mindset. What does Allah SWT say about the morning and the evening in the Qur’an, and why is this significant for our own lives? What triggered the creation of the Faith & Focus journal, and how does its system work? How the Prophet (s), the Companions (r) and the greatest Muslim inventors used Islam to enhance and speed up their work, not slow it down. A step-by-step journey through the Faith & Focus journal (goal setting, planning, gratitude journaling, and more). How the journal and its various daily prompts are designed to set you up for success and make you a better Muslim, practically and spiritually. And a fun round of playing the Reflection Deck game. The Faith & Focus Daily Morning & Evening Journal Live Each Day With Spirituality, Success & Structure Live Each Day With Spirituality, Success & Structure Faith & Focus is a 90-day Journal, that helps you to consciously connect to Allah and your goals. Use it everyday to overcome overwhelm and distractions and feel spiritually complete at the end of each day. Inspired by the morning & evening principle in the Qur’an and modern psychology. ​End The Cycle Of Feeling Spiritually Incomplete & Consistently Improve Your Faith & Daily Success The Faith & Focus Journal is a daily system that helps you gradually improve your spirituality and daily success, so you can live each moment with peace, purpose and productivity. Improve Spirituality & Success: The Faith & Focus Daily Journal is so simple to use. It brings clarity, structure and composure to your day.Built For Busy People: Because you are busy you need a tool to centre your life. Use it for 5 minute a day, twice a day, and witness the miracles.Gradual Guaranteed Progress: You can be at the start of your faith journey or further along. Your daily pages are tailored to you. Get Yours Today About Shahbaz Mirza For the past 10-years Shahbaz has risen to the top of his career in the field of strategy consulting, business change and transformation, whilst also studying Islam intensely and gaining multiple diplomas from Cambridge Islamic College and iSyllabus UK. His expertise is studying and synthesising authentic and deep traditional knowledge into simple tools and frameworks for Muslims to easily implement into their day to day lives. Follow Shahbaz on Instagram Connect with Shahbaz on LinkedIn Never Miss an Episode! Did you enjoy this episode? Click below to subscribe to the show on your smartphone and join our family of 1000’s Muslims around the world who love listening and learning. To support us, please consider leaving a positive 5-star review on Apple Podcast/iTunes. Want to have your own voice featured on our show? Click below to leave a 60-second voice recording and we’ll feature you on an upcoming episode. Subscribe Record a Review Write a Review &&& The post Ep 49: Supercharge Your Spirituality with a Morning & Evening Routine – Shahbaz Mirza (Towards Faith) appeared first on Deenspiration.

Can Online Islamic Courses Ever Replace Traditional Studying? This week we’re joined by Shaykh Ruzwan Mohammed – co-founder, author and educational director of the iSyllabus Islamic studies course. In this episode, Shaykh Ruzwan and Usman have an interesting discussion on the digital era and the shift from traditional face-to-face Islamic learning into an online environment. Social media and the internet in general can have it pros and cons, however in times like today when we’re forced to adopt online learning during a global pandemic, the shift from the traditional classroom to a digital one has quickly become a necessity and educational institutions have been forced to adapt. For those previously unable to access their favourite teachers in person, this has only brought about a positive shift in the way they learn their Deen. However, some argue that online courses can never replace the benefits that face-to-face experiences provide. Having authored and taught the widely popular iSyllabus Islamic Studies programme in the UK over the last decade, Shaykh Ruzwan and his team have recently made the shift to online learning and reimagined the process to ensure their students study the most holistic, in-depth and logically progressive curriculum possible, whilst doing their best to mitigate any missing aspects of the in-class experience. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN A brief overview of Shaykh Ruzwan’s journey of studying Islam and what inspired him to begin. What are the pros and cons of online learning? Can online learning be considered to be ‘traditional’ as well, given that a change of times necessitates a change in teaching methods? Online learning can never be the same as face-to-face classes… can it? What about people who don’t have access to their local Imams and scholars. Isn’t online learning the only way for them? Can a proper teacher-student relationship be formed through the screen? Why modern students don’t have the desire to undergo proper tarbiyah. The mindset students should adopt towards online Islamic education. Do you even need a teacher? Why can’t you just learn on your own? The differences between preservation and presentation, and which one you should be focusing on. The issue of ‘celebrity Shaykhs’ and engaging in online controversy. Red flags to look out for in online personalities and institutions. How do you know that your favourite speakers are actually qualified and share authentic knowledge? The problem with social media and the fear of missing out. The story of Imam Abu Hanifa and the lost treasure. What makes a good online Islamic studies programme? The biggest mistake Islamic institutions make when creating courses. The story behind the iSyllabus course. How the reimagined online iSyllabus Islamic studies course was formed and what it contains. Why Shaykh Ruzwan believes Islamic studies should be taught in English. And more! The iSyllabus One Year Diploma in Islamic StudiesEnrol Now and Get 10% off The iSyllabus Online Diploma Step by Step Course is designed to give Muslims of all backgrounds confidence in themselves by empowering them with Islamic knowledge they can trust. The course aims to equip you to be confident in what you know, while respecting legitimate differences of opinion. We will explain not only what scholars disagree upon, but also why. The modules will provide an indispensable base from which to increase your faith. The Diploma course serves as an excellent entry to a nuanced yet fulfilling experience of the Islamic sciences as they relate to both the individual and society in the 21st Century. Click below to register now and use the code DEEN10 at checkout for 10% off. Learn More About Shaykh Ruzwan Shaykh Ruzwan Mohammed is a Sunni theologian and scholar. A graduate in Geopolitics and Arabic from the University of Glasgow, in 1993 he left to travel and study with a wide array of leading scholars and theologians in various countries in the Muslim world. In the process, he studied the Turkish language at the University of Ankara and as part of his formal Islamic training, he graduated from the Fat’h Islamic Law College in Damascus, graduating from the prestigious 6-year program with a distinction of merit, achieving overall first position in his year of graduation from the college. In the summer of 2009, he co-founded the Solas Foundation, which focuses on offering quality and transparent religious consultancy in the areas of Islamic ethics and education. He is the author and educational director the iSyllabus Islamic studies program. Learn more about Shaykh Ruzwan. Never Miss an Episode! Did you enjoy this episode? 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Is Your Attitude Towards Allah and Your Du’as Holding You Back? This week we’re joined by spiritual mindset coach and founder of Practical Muslim – Zahra Aljabri – to bring a fresh perspective to the topic of du’a (supplication) and our mindset towards Allah, our life goals, and how all of these intertwine to fulfil an important part of a Muslim’s life. Growing up, perhaps your experiences with du’a so far have been of a transactional nature, i.e. “I will only get X from Allah if I first do Y”, or “I don’t deserve X from Allah because I did Y, and therefore there’s no point in asking from Him”. This approach to our relationship with Allah is deeply flawed, as in reality, we are comparing the Mercy and Bounty of Allah to that of human beings, which of course isn’t true. Unlike our relationship with family, friends and colleagues, Allah does not operate on the “I will only give you something if you give Me something first” condition. Similarly, many of us have grown up adopting the mindset that as Muslims, we are “not allowed” to ask for too much when making du’a to Allah, or that we should not strive for “too much” in this dunya, and therefore we should only ask for the absolute bare minimum. This is in stark contrast to the behaviour and mindset of the greatest people to walk on earth – i.e. the Prophets themselves (may peace be upon them all) – the stories and du’as of whom Allah describes in the Qur’an. In this episode, Zahra helps us break down the myth that we are not worthy of more, and shares practical tips on how to shift our mindsets so that we are in a better position to ask Allah, and as a result, develop a much deeper, closer relationship with our Lord. What You’ll Learn An introduction to Zahra Aljabri, her story, and what she does as a coach at Practical Muslim. The typical mindset most Muslims adopt with du’a and why this is limiting them Why our relationship with Allah is not transactional The connection between forgiving yourself and being able to ask Allah for more Examples of Prophets who asked Allah for great materialistic wealth, and the difference between this and normal worldly greed The line between arrogance and humility when asking Allah in our du’as A fun rapid fire round with Zahra – facts you didn’t know about her! Connect with Zahra & See Her Work Practical Muslim Instagram: https://instagram.com/practicalmuslim Zahra’s Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zforzahra/ Coaching site: https://www.practicalmuslim.com/ Islamic Devotionals: https://www.practicalmuslim.com/devotionaldeck/60-devotionals-deck SPONSORED BY SALAM MEDIA Launch a Successful Online Course Having worked with over 100 clients and students and generated over £10 million in the Muslim space alone, Salam Media are a passionate group of experts who are powered by the vision to help Muslim educators effectively create, package and sell successful online courses to a wide audience. The team will support you gain clarity on your voice and message, design a unique strategy for your programme, and fully automate the process so that you can generate an income for years to come. Click below to join their free training on how to create, market and sell your course online in 3 simple steps. Learn How to Launch Your Course About Zahra Aljabri Zahra is a spiritual mindset and relationship coach who aims to empower bold Muslims to connect with their Divine essence so they can transform their lives & bring in abundant love, peace and wealth. Never Miss an Episode! Did you enjoy this episode? Click below to subscribe to the show on your smartphone and join our family of 1000’s Muslims around the world who love listening and learning. To support us, please consider leaving a positive 5-star review on Apple Podcast/iTunes. Want to have your own voice featured on our show? Click below to leave a 60-second voice recording and we’ll feature you on an upcoming episode. Subscribe Record a Review Write a Review &&& The post EP 47: Unlock the Power of Du’a with Your Mindset – feat. Zahra Aljabri appeared first on Deenspiration.

Harsh Realities of Social Media and its Effect on Our Spirituality In this episode we’re joined by Omar Usman, author of the new book Fiqh of Social Media: Timeless Islamic Principles for Navigating the Digital Age and current Executive Director of Muslim Matters. Having observed the evolution of social media as a tool for socialising, learning and entertainment, among other things, Omar has also identified key issues that specifically affect Muslims with respect to their Islamic education, their character and conduct, and how their use of social media can impact their overall spiritual development. Without a doubt social media has its benefits, but if misused, can have seriously negative impacts upon a person both spiritually and mentally. Omar helps us uncover these online traps and provides practical ways to avoid them, as well as sharing important advice to those using social media for Islamic purposes. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN An introduction into Omar’s work and what he does The dramatic changes in how Muslims consume Islamic knowledge online and how this affects us The dilemma of not having access to Islamic knowledge other than online sources What to look out for when deciding who to take knowledge from online Red flags to pay attention to when observing those who ‘give Dawah’ online Sincere advice to online dawah personalities regarding their content and behaviour The sacrifices that need to be made to go ‘viral’ and the spiritual implications of this The dangers of speaking about issues that you’re not qualified to do so The delusion of vanity metrics and how they create a false sense of justification for one’s actions How social media’s follower culture has been designed to inflate one’s ego and the implications of this on how we learn about Islam Basic principles to follow when conducting one’s self on the internet The harsh reality of Islamic online personalities whose brand is based off putting others down Why not everyone’s opinions matter online How to overcome comparison syndrome online (e.g. from watching influencers) A fun rapid fire round with Shaykh Abdullah – facts you didn’t know about him! Fiqh of Social Media Timeless Islamic Principles for Navigating the Digital Age We are at an unprecedented time in human history. We are connected to more people than ever, we have access to more information than ever, and we can communicate around the globe faster than ever. As Muslims, we believe that Islam contains the most perfect guidance for all of mankind to follow. How do we implement that timeless advice in times that no human has ever experienced? That is the focus of the Fiqh of Social Media. It goes into the effects of social media and digital technologies (such as smartphones) on our daily lives, our families, our communities, and our spirituality.  Amazon (UK) Amazon (US) About Omar Usman Omar Usman works professionally as a technology consultant and is a certified project manager and leadership trainer. He is a founding member of Qalam Institute and has served in different leadership capacities with numerous local and national Islamic organizations. He is a khateeb in his local community and teaches regularly around the country on the topics of leadership, social media, and conducts public speaking training. He is also the author of the book Fiqh of Social Media. Follow Omar on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook for more content.  Visit the ibnabeeomar.com blog to join Omar’s exclusive newsletter and for a wide range of insightful articles and resources. Never Miss an Episode! Did you enjoy this episode? Click below to subscribe to the show on your smartphone and join our family of 1000’s Muslims around the world who love listening and learning. To support us, please consider leaving a positive 5-star review on Apple Podcast/iTunes. Want to have your own voice featured on our show? Click below to leave a 60-second voice recording and we’ll feature you on an upcoming episode. Subscribe Record a Review Write a Review &&& The post EP 46: The Fiqh of Social Media – How to Avoid Traps of the Online World feat. Omar Usman appeared first on Deenspiration.

Rediscover the Foundational Principles of Your Deen In this episode we’re joined by Shaykh Abdullah Oduro from Yaqeen Institute to go ‘back to basics’ and discuss the 5 pillars of Islam; what they they, why they’re important, the wisdom behind them, and the significant role they play in giving our lives structure and balance as Muslims and believers of Allah. Rather than simply explaining the 5 pillars again, which Shaykh Abdullah did excellently in his Yaqeen series ‘5 Pillars Made Plain (which we HIGHLY recommend!), we discuss how both new Musims and RE-new Muslims (i.e. those born into Islam who are rediscovering their foundational beliefs) should interact with these pillars to ensure their faith in Allah is strong, and they have a complete understanding of their purpose in this life. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN An introduction into Shaykh Abdullah’s life and what he does. A brief overview of Shaykh Abdullah’s journey to Islam. A summary of the 5 pillars of Islam. The wisdom between the 5 pillars, how they are connected, and their importance to our life as Muslims. Why the 5 pillars are crucial for the stability of the application of our Islamic faith, and maintaining a structure to our lives as Muslim. The difference between theory and application. Real talk: the difficulty of keeping up with salah and other physical aspects of worship. Advice on how the 5 pillars should be introduced and/or re-introduced to Muslims who have slowly forgotten their true purpose, who they are, and the core principles of their faith. Does it really matter if you say “convert” vs “revert”? Usman’s experience of his high school friend converting to Islam and the impact it had on him. A story of how important it is to have wisdom when speaking to others about Islam. How du’a can develop sincerity and pull one out from the depths of doubt regarding their faith. A fun rapid fire round with Shaykh Abdullah – facts you didn’t know about him! The best advice Shaykh Abdullah has ever received, and the best advice he has for others. In Collaboration with Yaqeen Institute for Islamic Research Introducing the ‘5 Pillars Made Plain’ Series  What are the 5 Pillars of Islam? 1. Shahada (the testimony of faith) 2. Salat (prayer) 3. Zakat (alms giving) 4. Sawm (fasting) 5. Hajj (pilgrimage) Whether you were born to a Muslim family and are rediscovering faith, or you are a new Muslim who has recently accepted Islam, how can you build a strong connection with your new way of life? First step: begin with the basics. In this series, Sh. Abdullah Oduro walks us through the “who”, “what”, “when”, “where”, and “why” of the 5 foundational pillars of Islam. This series is not just for new and renewed Muslims—it is also a vital resource for convert coaches and Imams to use in their work. Watch the Full 5 Pillars Series Watch Shaykh Abdullah's Convert Story About Shaykh Abdullah Oduro Fellow (Yaqeen Institute for Islamic Research), Head of Convert Resources Abdullah Oduro is a first generation Ghanian native that converted to Islam in 1997.  He graduated from the College of Islamic Law from the University of AlMadinah in 2007.  He conducts public speeches, sermons, lectures, and workshops around the US on Islamic Law, self-improvement, and convert life.  He is currently the Imam at the Islamic Center of Coppell and Lewisville in Dallas, TX.  He resides in Dallas, TX with his wife and four children. Having recently joined Yaqeen Institute for Islamic Research as a Scholar, Shaykh Abdullah leads a team providing unique and comprehensive resources for new Muslim converts and institutional convert care.  Follow Shaykh Abdullah on Instagram and Facebook for more content. Never Miss an Episode! Did you enjoy this episode? Click below to subscribe to the show on your smartphone and join our family of 1000’s Muslims around the world who love listening and learning. To support us, please consider leaving a positive 5-star review on Apple Podcast/iTunes. Want to have your own voice featured on our show? Click below to leave a 60-second voice recording and we’ll feature you on an upcoming episode. Subscribe Record a Review Write a Review &&& The post EP 45: Back to Basics – The 5 Pillars of Islam for RE-New Muslims feat. Shaykh Abdullah Oduro appeared first on Deenspiration.

The Believer’s Mindset During Times of Hardship This week we’re joined by Shaykh Ruzwan Mohammed – co-founder, author and educational director of the iSyllabus Islamic studies course. In this episode we discuss the believer’s mindset during times of hardship and uncertainty, how the nafs (self) is affected, and what we must do to maintain a strong connection with Allah (swt) during this time. The coronavirus pandemic has affected us in many ways, but perhaps most importantly, it’s had negative implications on our overall spiritual health as Muslims. We’ve seen a lack of motivation, personal struggles with worship, and a deep yearning to rekindle the sense of belonging and spiritual enlightenment we experience together as a community. Is this to be expected given the current circumstances, or do we as believers need to shift our ways of thinking and how we navigate this test? Shaykh Ruzwan provides some powerful advice regarding this during the episode, and covers not only how we as a community can overcome this, but what we as individuals should be doing personally to ensure our ‘spiritual tank’ remains full. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN Seeing the positive sides of the Coronavirus pandemic The word ‘insan’ and how we as humans – as social beings – are affected by events like this Recognising the spiritual void created by the sudden lockdown, especially during Ramadan How the pandemic is affecting both our humanity and spirituality The battle of the nafs (self) – fighting between its desires and the barriers blocking its way (i.e. lockdown) Why the Quran is the default go-to in time of confusion Why tests during this life are both inevitable and necessary The importance of developing al I’timad (reliance) upon God How the pandemic has tested our sincerity; are we worshiping God properly? How the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) dealt with, and was strengthened by extreme hardship and sadness Lessons from Surah Yusuf, Surah al-Asr, and Surah ad-Duha Seeing light at the end of the tunnel; how history has proven that things always get better after the worst point What our top priority should be during the lockdown restrictions And fun facts about Shaykh Ruzwan during the rapid fire round! The iSyllabus One Year Diploma in Islamic Studies The iSyllabus Diploma Course is designed to give Muslims of all backgrounds confidence in themselves by empowering them with Islamic knowledge they can trust. The course aims to equip you to be confident in what you know, while respecting legitimate differences of opinion. We will explain not only what scholars disagree upon, but also why. The modules will provide an indispensable base from which to increase your faith. The Diploma course serves as an excellent entry to a nuanced yet fulfilling experience of the Islamic sciences as they relate to both the individual and society in the 21st Century. Register now and use code DEEN20 at checkout to receive £20 off the course fees. About Shaykh Ruzwan  Shaykh Ruzwan Mohammed is a Sunni theologian and scholar. A graduate in Geopolitics and Arabic from the University of Glasgow, in 1993 he left to travel and study with a wide array of leading scholars and theologians in various countries in the Muslim world. In the process, he studied the Turkish language at the University of Ankara and as part of his formal Islamic training, he graduated from the Fat’h Islamic Law College in Damascus, graduating from the prestigious 6-year program with a distinction of merit, achieving overall first position in his year of graduation from the college. In the summer of 2009, he co-founded the Solas Foundation, which focuses on offering quality and transparent religious consultancy in the areas of Islamic ethics and education. He is the author and educational director the iSyllabus Islamic studies program. Learn more about Shaykh Ruzwan. Never Miss an Episode! Did you enjoy this episode? Click below to subscribe to the show on your smartphone and join our family of 1000’s Muslims around the world who love listening and learning. To support us, please consider leaving a positive 5-star review on Apple Podcast/iTunes. Want to have your own voice featured on our show? Click below to leave a 60-second voice recording and we’ll feature you on an upcoming episode. Subscribe Record a Review Write a Review &&& The post EP 44: Covid-19 Through the Lens of Spirituality – Shaykh Ruzwan Mohammed appeared first on Deenspiration.

In this episode we’re joined by Islamic scholar and co-founder of the iSyllabus Islamic Studies programme, Shaykh Amer Jamil, who answers questions submitted by our audience on topics related to Ramadan and fasting. All questions asked are listed below: TARAWEEH 4:30 – Can we pray Taraweeh at home during the lockdown, and if so, how do we do it?6:25 – Can you pray Taraweeh virtually behind and imam who’s streaming online?8:15 – What if you don’t know much Quran and can’t lead your family?9:40 – Can you hold the Quran while leading Taraweeh? (Hanafi school position) 12:00 – What’s the minimum required for a Taraweeh congregation? 12:00 – Can a husband and wife pray together? 12:42 – Can a female lead the prayer? 14:35 – Is it better to pray Taraweeh, or replace it with missed (qadha) prayers from the past? FASTING 16:00 – Should we fast if we are concerned about our health or become unwell? What if we’re worried about catching the coronavirus?17:45 – Do we have to make up fasts from last Ramadan before starting this year?18:15 – Can we prepare food for a non-fasting person while we’re fasting? 19:25 – What if our spouse refuses to fast, are we allowed to continue serving them food? 20:35 – Is it okay to remain awake the full night until Fajr and then sleep during the day in Ramadan?21:50 – If someone sleeps through suhoor and misses the chance to eat, can they still fast? (Hanafi & Maliki rulings) 22:40 – Can you use inhalers while fasting? 24:50 – I broke a fast in the past but have repented and paid charity. I also can’t remember if this was before or after I became mature and obligated to fast. I still feel unsure if this will be accepted. What do I do? Do I need to pay kaffarah? 28:30 – If someone accidentally eats while fasting, is their fast broken? 29:13 – Can you change school of thought when it comes to paying the kaffarah?30:55 – Does inhaling steam or smoke, or smelling scents break the fast?32:07 – Why does taking medicine break the fast if it’s not for nourishment? 33:20 – Can you use toothpaste while fasting?35:05 – Should you gargle water when performing wudu or ghusl during Ramadan? FASTING 35:53 – Can we give Zakat to those who are financially struggling due to the economic climate caused by coronavirus? 38:13 – Does everyone in the home need to pay Zakat ul-Fitr, or can the head of the household pay it? EID 39:00 – What do we do if there’s no Eid prayer at the Masjid due to the coronavirus lockdown. Shall we pray it at home? RAMADAN IN LOCKDOWN – ADVICE  40:00 – What advice do you have for staying productive and keeping the Ramadan spirit alive during the lockdown? SEE MORE FROM SHAYKH AMER JAMIL Shaykh Amer on YouTube Shaykh Amer on Facebook Shaykh Amer on Instagram Shaykh Amer’s A-Z Pre-Marital Course for Single Muslims RELATED EPISODES Preparing for Ramadan – Shaykh Amer Jamil EP 33: Obtaining the Virtues of Ramadan (feat. Shaykh Zoheeb Iqbal) EP 32: Health, Nutrition & Well-being in Ramadan (feat. Dr. Sahira Dar & Adeel Ibrahim) EP 25: Exploring the Wonders of Ramadan – feat. Shahbaz Mirza RELATED POSTS Seclusion from My Lord – My First Home I’tikaf Experience The Ultimate Guide to Maximising Your I’tikaf (with Sample Daily Schedule) 7 Easy Ways To Earn More Rewards in Ramadan The Ultimate Ramadan Du’a List Setting Realistic Goals for a Simple and Effective Ramadan About Shaykh Amer Jamil Shaykh Amer is a qualified Islamic scholar and marital relations expert. Having spent 10 years studying Islamic sciences in various countries with distinguished scholars Shaykh Amer Jamil is a traditionally trained and fully qualified scholar. Shaykh Amer’s specialisation lies in Islamic Family Law. Being a certified NLP practitioner and also holding a certificate in counselling skills he has combined his religious and secular knowledge to help contextualise marital issues for the contemporary Muslim living in the 21st century. With over 10 years of experience in dealing with around 1000 real-life marital cases Shaykh Amer brings not only the Islamic know-how, but also hands-on marital consultation experience, insightful case studies and personal advice. Experience the Ramadan Virtual Hub by iSyllabus Download on Apple Download on Android Never Miss an Episode! Did you enjoy this episode? Click below to subscribe to the show on your smartphone and join our family of 1000’s Muslims around the world who love listening and learning. To support us, please consider leaving a positive 5-star review on Apple Podcast/iTunes. Want to have your own voice featured on our show? Click below to leave a 60-second voice recording and we’ll feature you on an upcoming episode. Subscribe Record a Review Write a Review &&& The post EP 43: Ramadan Q&A: The Fiqh of Fasting in Light of the Covid-19 Lockdown – Shaykh Amer Jamil appeared first on Deenspiration.

In this episode we’re join by sisters Sarah Sultan (LPC, LMHC) and Najwa Awad (LSCW-C), who are both licensed professional counsellors and psychotherapists respectively, and also authors of the ‘Trauma Series: Your Lord Has Not Forsaken You’ at Yaqeen Institute for Islamic Research. Both Sarah and Najwa have a wealth of experience in exploring the links between spiritual, mental, emotional, and physical health, and throughout this episode take us on a journey of understanding why individuals may ask themselves the question: “Why does Allah hate me?!” Experiencing lows in our spirituality from time to time is common for all of us, however feeling deep levels of distress and hopelessness that stems from the assumption that Allah (swt) Himself is unhappy with us can translate into a number of other issues. Why do we come to this conclusion? What thought processes and feelings lead us to believing this? In this eye-opening episode, we explore how negative thoughts of one’s self and even past traumatic experiences can affect our relationship with Allah (swt). What You’ll Learn A bit about Sarah and Najwa and the work that they do A summary of why the Trauma series ‘Your Lord Has Not Forsaken You’ on Yaqeen Institute was released and what’s in it Emotional reasoning and the difference between what we “think” is real vs reality How our negative thoughts of ourselves are linked to negative thoughts of what Allah (swt) thinks of us Common reasons why people believe Allah is displeased with them and that they aren’t good enough The links between self-esteem and our levels of spirituality The effects of past trauma on our mental, spiritual and emotional health (including different types of trauma) How trauma in our own homes can affect how we view Allah (swt) The effects of depending upon other people more than we depend on Allah (swt) The links between dependency and external validation from people vs validation from Allah (swt) Feelings of hopelessness vs clinical depression The powerful hadith that Najwa has taped on her wall about the relationship Allah (swt) has with us Practical steps we can take to develop healthier thought processes and behaviours The relationship between thoughts, feelings and behaviours Final words of comfort and encouragement from Sarah and Najwa Read More from the Yaqeen Trauma Series Read More Read More RELATED EPISODES Mental Health – An Islamic Perspective (feat. Shaykh Abdul Hameed) Sadness & Anxiety in Isam – feat. Hafsa Allah’s Love for His Servants – Youssra Kamel Kandil Healing with Words – The Art of Giving Advice – feat. Dear Chereen RELATED POSTS Never Lose Hope in the Mercy of Allah The Power of Du’a: Talk to Allah Like A Friend – Matin Rosyid In My Loneliest Moment, I Found Allah About Sarah Sultan – LPC, LMHC Sarah Sultan is a licensed professional counselor who strives to empower her clients through achieving healthier, more fulfilling lives and relationships while reconnecting with Allah during the healing process. Sarah obtained a Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling and has practiced therapy for nearly 10 years. She is also an instructor with Mishkah University, where she teaches a course about the intersections between Islam, psychology, and counseling. CONNECT WITH SARAH ONLINE Sarah’s Website Sarah on Psychology Today Sarah on Facebook Sarah on Instagram Sarah on LinkedIn Sarah’s Articles on Yaqeen Institute About Najwa Awad – LSCW-C Najwa Awad is a psychotherapist who is passionate about helping Muslims heal, grow, and thrive after adversity. She has over a decade of experience providing online and in-person counseling to children, adults, and families at her practice Amanah Family Counseling. Najwa also enjoys giving workshops to destigmatize mental illness, address current mental health issues within the community, and promote psychological health from an Islamic perspective. CONNECT WITH NAJWA ONLINE Learn more about Amanah Counseling Najwa on Facebook Najwa on Instagram Najwa on LinkedIn Najwa’s Articles on Yaqeen Institute In Collaboration withYaqeen Institute for Islamic Research Never Miss an Episode! Did you enjoy this episode? Click below to subscribe to the show on your smartphone and join our family of 1000’s Muslims around the world who love listening and learning. To support us, please consider leaving a positive 5-star review on Apple Podcast/iTunes. Want to have your own voice featured on our show? Click below to leave a 60-second voice recording and we’ll feature you on an upcoming episode. Subscribe Record a Review Write a Review &&& The post EP 42: Why Does Allah Hate Me? – Sarah Sultan & Najwa Awad (Yaqeen Institute) appeared first on Deenspiration.

In this episode we’re join by Shaykh Ibraheem Menk from Zimbabwe, who we met during the ‘Lord of the Worlds’ tour in Scotland, hosted by the Scottish Annual Conference. Continuing on from theme of the conference, and adding on to his existing YouTube series ‘Lord of the Worlds’, we discussed some attributes of Allah (swt) and the importance of knowing Allah’s Names in order to establish a stronger connection and love for Him. Shaykh Ibraheem also shares a beautiful reminder regarding treating Allah as a close friend, and why we should never despair if the answers to our prayers are delayed. Of course, we also have our usual rapid fire round featuring some fun personal questions aimed at Shaykh Ibraheem in which you’ll learn what his favourite hobby is, his relationship with his uncle Mufti Ismail Menk, and much more! What You’ll Learn The importance of studying the Names of Allah (swt) The meaning of the following attributes of Allah (swt): Al Haafidh, Al Hafeedh, Al Mujeeb and Al Qareeb What inspired Shaykh Ibraheem to launch the Lord of the Worlds series Why you should never think that “Allah isn’t answering my du’as” Common reasons for why we fall into despair regarding Allah’s plans Advice for those of us who think we do not deserve Allah’s mercy Why there is no “perfect” time to call upon Allah (swt) Tips on how to learn more about the 99 Names of Allah A fun rapid fire round! SEE MORE FROM SHAYKH IBRAHEEM Shaykh Ibraheem on YouTube Shaykh Ibraheem on Facebook Shaykh Ibraheem on Instagram The Lord of the Worlds series on YouTube RELATED EPISODES The Role of Muslim Women in Islam – feat. Alima Ashfaq & Hafiz Zahid Healing with Words – The Art of Giving Advice – feat. Dear Chereen Social Media & Its Effects on Social Media – feat. Omar Usman RELATED POSTS Allah’s Love for His Servants – Youssra Kamel Kandil Never Lose Hope in the Mercy of Allah The Power of Du’a: Talk to Allah Like A Friend – Matin Rosyid In My Loneliest Moment, I Found Allah About Shaykh Ibraheem Menk Ibraheem Menk, born in Harare Zimbabwe, began his first Islamic studies with his grandfather Sh. Musa Menk. He completed his hifth under the supervision of Sh Musa and went on to study Arabic and other Islamic sciences with him.He then furthered his studies at the Islamic University of Madinah where he obtained a bachelors degree in the Shariah. He currently resides in Harare where he is Imaam and teacher at some of the local Masaajid.Quran Audio by Shaykh Ibraheem Menk can be heard on Quran Central. Our Episode Sponsors Scottish Annual Conference serves the community through educational Islamic conferences, in order to enrich the learning environment of the Scottish community and supports reputable charities for their Aid Projects. Their journey began back in 2017 with the first conference in Glasgow Central Mosque. Later with the hard work of their dedicated team and the support from local community, they formally launched as Scottish Annual Conference in 2018. Website Facebook YouTube Deen & Dunya is Scotland’s Islamic Lifestyle Store, established in 2015. Providing Scottish Muslims with unique products to help practice their Faith. Specialising in Ramadan & Eid Gifts, the store is also a one stop shop for all your islamic essentials, from Quran, modest clothing, gifts, educational books, Hajj & Umrah resources, Oud Perfumes and much more. Facebook Instagram Never Miss an Episode! Did you enjoy this episode? Click below to subscribe to the show on your smartphone and join our family of 1000’s Muslims around the world who love listening and learning. To support us, please consider leaving a positive 5-star review on Apple Podcast/iTunes. Want to have your own voice featured on our show? Click below to leave a 60-second voice recording and we’ll feature you on an upcoming episode. Subscribe Record a Review Write a Review &&& The post EP 41: Exploring the Beautiful Names of Allah – Shaykh Ibraheem Menk appeared first on Deenspiration.

In this episode we’re joined by the legendary Imam Siraj Wahhaj from Brooklyn, New York, who shares some powerful advice for our Muslim communities and discusses the struggles faced by our youth. We asked him what he would do if he was growing up again in today’s world as a young Muslim, given everything going on in society and the challenges our youth are facing. Imam Siraj shares 22 minutes of pure wisdom and insights from over 40 years of experience and service among the Muslim community. What You’ll Learn What Imam Siraj would have done if he were to grow up as a Muslim again in today’s society The youth around the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) and why they were so empowered What Imam Siraj looks for to determine the state of a Muslim community The importance of investing in the Muslim youth and advice on how to engage with them Initiatives that Imam Siraj has been involved in to support the youth What happened when non-hijabi sisters asked him to prove from the Quran why they should cover An inspiring quote by Martin Luther King Jr. Stories of how Imam Siraj grew into his Muslim identity The difference between the symptoms and the problems that the Muslim youth are facing today SEE MORE FROM IMAM SIRAJ ONLINE Masjid At-Taqwa on Facebook Masjid At-Taqwa on Instagram RELATED EPISODES The Role of Muslim Women in Islam – feat. Alima Ashfaq & Hafiz Zahid Healing with Words – The Art of Giving Advice – feat. Dear Chereen Social Media & Its Effects on Social Media – feat. Omar Usman RELATED POSTS If You Change Yourself, You Can Change the World – Abdulsami Arjumand Dawah Within Our Families – Calling Our Youngest Towards Islam About Imam Siraj Wahhaj Imam Siraj Wahhaj is Imam of the Al-Taqwa Mosque in Brooklyn, a prolific lecturer, community activist, the leader of the Muslim Alliance in North America, and former Vice President of ISNA. He first became famous for his successful efforts in fighting drugs and crime in his neighbourhood. In 1991, he became the first Muslim to recite the Opening Prayer of the Qur’an (Al-Fatiha) at the US House of Representatives. For over 40 years, Imam Siraj has inspired Muslims from across the globe with his motivating lectures and workshops, with a gift for touching the hearts of people from all backgrounds with his positive and uplifting attitude about the religion of Islam. Read more about Imam Siraj Born and raised in New York, he became a Sunday school teacher as at a young age, then later went to Wilfrid Laurier University (WLU) where he studied biology education. In 1969 he joined the Nation of Islam and was taught under Louis Farrakhan at the height of the NOI’s anti-Malcolm X rhetoric. He became a Sunni Muslim after the death of Elijah Muhammad in 1975 and Muhammad’s son Warith Deen Mohammed took over and reorganized the organization, urging members to come to orthodox Islam. Kearse then changed his name to Siraj Wahhaj. He was chosen to study Islam at the Umm al-Qura university of Mecca in 1978. He also briefly taught a course in Islamic studies at Howard University. In 1981 he started his own mosque, Masijd ul-Taqwa, in a friend’s apartment in Brooklyn. Although it originally started out with only 25 people, today it is well-known. In 1988 he led his community in an anti-drug patrol in which they staked out drug houses in Bedford-Stuyvesant in the cold of winter for 40 days and nights, forcing the closure of 15 drug houses. This effort received high praise from the New York City Police Department and the media. Since that time, Siraj has been active in many Islamic organizations. He has been vice president of the Islamic Society of North America since 1997 and has served on the Majlis al Shura, a consultative council of Islamic scholars, since 1987. He is a member of the Board of Advisors for the American Muslim Council and has also served on the national board of the Council on American-Islamic Relations. Siraj is a prolific speaker in America. He makes many appearances at major North American Muslim conventions, and numerous forums and lectures in New England. His audio and video lectures are also popular in America’s Muslim community. He is known to encourage Muslims to be God-fearing, enjoin good and forbid evil, practice regular charity, stay away from drugs, abstain from pre-marital relations, and other issues as well. He has also appeared on several national television talk shows and has had interviews with several media outlets. Our Episode Sponsors Scottish Annual Conference serves the community through educational Islamic conferences, in order to enrich the learning environment of the Scottish community and supports reputable charities for their Aid Projects. Their journey began back in 2017 with the first conference in Glasgow Central Mosque. Later with the hard work of their dedicated team and the support from local community, they formally launched as Scottish Annual Conference in 2018. Website Facebook YouTube Deen & Dunya is Scotland’s Islamic Lifestyle Store, established in 2015. Providing Scottish Muslims with unique products to help practice their Faith. Specialising in Ramadan & Eid Gifts, the store is also a one stop shop for all your islamic essentials, from Quran, modest clothing, gifts, educational books, Hajj & Umrah resources, Oud Perfumes and much more. Facebook Instagram Never Miss an Episode! Did you enjoy this episode? Click below to subscribe to the show on your smartphone and join our family of 1000’s Muslims around the world who love listening and learning. To support us, please consider leaving a positive 5-star review on Apple Podcast/iTunes. Want to have your own voice featured on our show? Click below to leave a 60-second voice recording and we’ll feature you on an upcoming episode. Subscribe Record a Review Write a Review &&& The post EP 40: Are We Doing Enough for the Muslim Youth? (Powerful Advice) – Imam Siraj Wahhaj appeared first on Deenspiration.

How to Bring The Quran Back Into Your Lifeand Experience its Many Blessings & Mircales In this episode we’re joined by the brilliant Ustadh Yahya Raaby from London, who inspires us with a beautiful discussion all about the Quran. While on his UK & Ireland tour called ‘Purifying Your Heart Through the Qur’an alongside Ethar Relief (organised by MIE Management), we had the chance to sit with Ustadh Yahya after his talk at SUMSA (the Strathclyde University Muslim Student Association) to talk about the Book of Allah (swt) and how we can utilise its miracles and blessings to purify our own hearts.   WHAT YOU’LL LEARN About Ustadh Yahya and what he does A little bit about Ethar Relief Why the Quran should be such an important aspect of our lives Why Allah (swt) revealed the Quran (the objective) The importance of learning, understanding and implementing the Quran How the Quran should be changing us as people (how and why this happens) Inspiring stories of pious people and their connection with the Quran How to become a person of the Quran The connection between the Quran and Ramadan Tips on how to begin implementing the recitation and study of the Quran into our daily lives Advice for those who find it difficult to implement regular Quranic recitation into their lives The difference between listening, reading and reciting and the rewards associated with each 5 intentions you should have before reciting the Quran for maximum benefit and blessings A fun rapid fire round with Ustadh Yahya! Today’s Ayah of the Day Alif, Lam, Ra. [This is] a Book which We have revealed to you, [O Muhammad], that you might bring mankind out of darknesses into the light by permission of their Lord – to the path of the Exalted in Might, the Praiseworthy – [Qur’an, Surah Ibrahim – 14:1] View Ayah on Quran.com https://deenspiration.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Surah-Ibrahim-Verse-1-audio.mp3 CONNECT WITH USTADH YAHYA ONLINE Ustadh Yahya Raaby on Instagram Ustadh Yahya Raaby on Twitter LEARN WITH USTADH YAHYA Badr Academy Courses Badr Academy on YouTube RELATED EPISODES Quranic Transformation (Part 1) – Wisam Sharieff Quranic Transformation (Part 2) – Wisam Sharieff Quran Memorisation: Practical Tips and Motivation – Shaykh Suleiman Hani RELATED POSTS 10 Ways to Reconnect with the Quran and Change Your Life Today's Featured Podcast Review by Usman (Glasgow, Scotland) https://deenspiration.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Usman-Abdul-Quayum-Review-Edited.mp3 Submit a Recorded Review MIE Management MIE are an events management company, providing bespoke, tailor made services to their clientele such as tours, weddings, charity dinners, conferences, youth camps and much more. Learn more about their services below.  Learn More Ethar Relief A UK-based humanitarian aid organisation operating mainly in East Africa. It serves to ease the suffering of refugees. Their goal is to help the needy across Africa, regardless of ethnicity, gender or religious beliefs. Donate Now SUMSA The Strathclyde University Muslim Student Association (SUMSA) is a multi-award winning society based at the heart of the University campus with an aim to serve as a spiritual and community hub for Muslim students on campus. Learn More About Ustadh Yahya Raaby Ustadh Yahya Raaby currently serves as an instructor of Arabic & Islamic Sciences at Badr Academy, Department manager and Supervisor of student affairs. Yahya completed memorising the Quran as a teen whilst studying at Badr Academy under qualified teachers who consisted of graduates of The Islamic University of Madina Al-Munawarra (KSA) & Islamic University of Al-Imam Muhammad Ibn Saudi in Riyadh (KSA). Therein he also studied different Islamic sciences such as Tafseer, Hadith, Usool-Fiqh, Fiqh, Grammar, Seerah, History and more.  Today Yahya spends his days juggling between studying Islamic Law and serving his community through means of  Teaching, Lecturing, Delivering Friday sermons, Leading Prayers, Counselling and more. Lastly by also being a major influencer in the development of Badr Academy. Never Miss an Episode! Did you enjoy this episode? Click below to subscribe to the show on your smartphone and join our family of 1000’s Muslims around the world who love listening and learning. To support us, please consider leaving a positive 5-star review on Apple Podcast/iTunes. Want to have your own voice featured on our show? Click below to leave a 60-second voice recording and we’ll feature you on an upcoming episode. Subscribe Record a Review Write a Review &&& The post EP 39: Purify Your Heart Through the Quran – Ustadh Yahya Raaby appeared first on Deenspiration.

Let’s be real: we all have our vices, and whether or not we’d like to admit, it’s inevitable that we often engage in habits or activities that aren’t so great for our spiritual wellbeing. Whether we’re stuck in a cycle of sin, struggling with performing certain acts of worship, or dealing with personal insecurities and identity issues, we all travel a unique path on our journey towards Allah (swt). On that journey, there comes a time when we begin to realise which of our behaviours draw us nearer to Allah (swt) and which of them take us further away. Of course, the Quran and the Sunnah of the Prophet (pbuh) teaches us what to avoid and what to strive for, but for the majority of us, unless we experience them for ourselves we won’t truly digest the lessons that we’ve been taught from a young age. In this episode, we’re joined by TEDx speaker, peak performance specialist and founder of Words Behind a Smile – sister Nilly Naseer-Farooqui – who gets real about her struggles with quitting music, dancing, and other habits that were holding her back from feeling spiritually awake and close to Allah (swt). (Heads up! We don’t discuss whether or not music is technically ‘halal or haram’ in Islam, but rather the negative impact that it had on Nilly, why she quit, and the positive changes she noticed in her life once she quit.)   WHAT YOU’LL LEARN About Nilly and what she does The story behind @WordsBehindASmile The reason why Nilly gave up listening to music and how this affected her connection with Allah (swt) Other hobbies Nilly gave up that she once loved, and how this affected her life in a positive way The struggles we face in today’s society to stay away from sinful activity, including peer pressure The importance of surrounding yourself with good company What Nilly does when she feels inclined to fall back into old habits The positive domino effect caused by leaving one bad babit Fun rapid fire round of questions! Key Advice From This Episode What others think of you is none of your business. Click to tweet this gem Today’s Ayah of the Day “… But perhaps you hate a thing and it is good for you; and perhaps you love a thing and it is bad for you. And Allah Knows, while you know not.” [Qur’an – 2:216] View Ayah on Quran.com https://deenspiration.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Surah-Baqarah-216-Al-Hikam-Sabillurrosyidin.mp3 CONNECT WITH NILLY ONLINE Nilly on Instagram – Words Behind a Smile Nilly’s online blog Learn about Nilly’s professional work RELATED EPISODES EP 10: The Sin Cycle – How To Stop Sinning & Return To Allah (feat. Shaykh Abdul Hameed) EP 27: Social Media & Its Effects on Spirituality – feat. Omar Usman Watch Nilly’s TEDx Talk Nilly Naseer-Farooqui is a TEDx speaker, computer scientist, Peak Performance speaker, Human Trafficking Prevention Educator, Modest-Fashion Stylist, and a Social Media Influencer. She is currently a Systems Analyst at Northwestern University, along with being a lifestyle blogger whose profile, Words Behind A Smile, caters to an audience of over 10,000 people all across the globe. Mentored by the renowned author, Jack Canfield (author of Chicken Soup for the Soul), she is a Certified Canfield Trainer in teaching his success principles nationwide. She is also an ambassador and prevention education speaker for Shared Hope International, a non-profit organization dedicated to rescuing and restoring the lives of human trafficking victims. Never Miss an Episode! Did you enjoy this episode? Click below to subscribe to the show on your smartphone and join our family of 1000’s Muslims around the world who love listening and learning. To support us, please consider leaving a positive 5-star review on Apple Podcast/iTunes. Want to have your own voice featured on our show? Click below to leave a 60-second voice recording and we’ll feature you on an upcoming episode. Subscribe Record a Review Write a Review &&& The post EP 38: Why I Stopped Listening to Music – feat. Nilly Naseer-Farooqui appeared first on Deenspiration.

Our Relationship with Allah (swt) By far the most important love, the deepest connection and the most protected relationship in our lives should be that between us and our Lord – Allah (swt). As Muslims, the very foundation of our belief is that Allah (swt) – our God – is One. He created us, He has sustained us, He has control over every aspect of our life, and one day, to Him we will return. As Muslims created by Allah (swt), our purpose is to worship Him. However, there are times in life when inevitably our thoughts about Allah (swt), our trust in Him and our hope in His love can all be a little bit shaky. Whether we experience trauma, neglect our worship, or feel too overburdened by our sins, it’s natural to feel that maybe Allah (swt) doesn’t love us as much anymore, or that we are undeserving of His blessings. For some of us, the only relationship we have with Allah (swt) is that of a servant who must worship and stay away from lots of fun things, “or else! Jahannam!”. With this mindset, however, we lose sight of just how great Allah’s (swt) love for us truly is, and His desire to draw us nearer to Him. To further discuss our relationship with Allah (swt) and His deep love for us, we’re joined in this episode by sister Youssra Kamel Kandil. If you’re active on social media, it’s most likely you will have seen some of Youssra’s heartwarming and inspiring reminders – some of which have gone viral and amassed millions of views. Just like in her reminders, this podcast is filled with some really important reminders and practical tips on how we can become closer to our Lord and strengthen our faith.   WHAT YOU’LL LEARN About sister Youssra and what she does. How does Allah describe His relationship with His servants in the Quran / Hadith? Why is it important for us to feel a love and connection with Allah? The incorrect mindset many Muslims have towards worship. A beautiful Hadith Qudsi (words of Allah via a hadith) regarding what Allah (swt) says to Angel Jibreel (as) when He loves someone. The difference between the love of creation for one another, and the love Allah (swt) has for His creation. Tips for people who feel hopeless and think that Allah does not love them? Advice for those who say “How can Allah love me? I am going through so many problems in life! Clearly He hates me!” or that “my sins are far too much, Allah will never forgive me!” What are some signs that Allah loves a person? Is there anything that a Muslim can do to gauge how much Allah loves them? The mentality of the Sahabah (ra) with regards to gauging their status in the eyes of Allah (swt). What can someone do on a daily basis to obtain Allah’s love? The ‘golden rule’ you must always revert back to when life isn’t going so well. A deeper look into the name of Allah (swt): Al-Wadood – The Affectionate, The Most-Loving. Today’s Ayah of the Day “And be patient, [O Muhammad], for the decision of your Lord, for indeed, you are in Our eyes. And exalt [ Allah ] with praise of your Lord when you arise.” [52:48] View Ayah on Quran.com https://deenspiration.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Surah-at-Tur-verse-48-Usman-Majid-Deenspiration.mp3 CONNECT WITH YOUSSRA ONLINE Follow Youssra on Facebook Follow Youssra on  Instagram Watch Youssra on YouTube Send Youssra an Email RELATED EPISODES EP 28: Stop Feeling Guilty Over Your Lack of Worship EP 10: The Sin Cycle – How to Stop Sinning & Return to Allah (feat. Shaykh Abdul Hameed) RELATED ARTICLES Never Lose Hope in the Mercy of Allah Signs That Show You’re Close to Allah Some Popular Clips by Sister Youssra An Inspiring Hajj Story by sister Youssra Today's Featured Podcast Review by Nicole (Dallas, Texas) | Salaam, Girl! Podcast https://deenspiration.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Nicole-Queen-Dallas-TX-edited-mp3.mp3 Submit a Recorded Review About sister Youssra Sister Youssra is a homeschooling mother of three children, originally from Egypt and living in the US. She spent time studying Islam with various teachers, and now does her best to share the knowledge she has learnt with others. Youssra is active on social media and regularly shares personal reflections and uplifting reminders on a variety of topics in Islam. Her warm personality and relatable storytelling style has garnered her millions of views from Muslims and non-Muslims alike. Never Miss an Episode! Did you enjoy this episode? Click below to subscribe to the show on your smartphone and join our family of 1000’s Muslims around the world who love listening and learning. To support us, please consider leaving a positive 5-star review on Apple Podcast/iTunes. Want to have your own voice featured on our show? Click below to leave a 60-second voice recording and we’ll feature you on an upcoming episode. Subscribe Record a Review Write a Review &&& The post EP 37: Allah’s Love for His Servants – feat. Youssra Kamel Kandil appeared first on Deenspiration.

Part 2 – Spiritual Healing & Transformations During Part 1 of this two-part podcast, we were joined by Ustadh Wisam Sharieff who shared with us an incredible system for Quranic Transformation. By combining self-development techniques (mind, body and soul) with supplications from the Quran, as well as a strategic goal setting framework, Ustadh Wisam showed us the tools that will empower us to develop a complete ‘Quranic Lifestyle’ that is unique to us and our lives. Now in Part 2 we’re diving deeper into the physical components of the transformation system that take into consideration the following: The postures of prayer The postures of purity The postures of request / supplication Have you ever wondered why the Salah has a bowing or prostrating movement? Or why wudu requires us to wash our limbs in a certain order besides simply cleaning our bodies? What are the deeper meanings of these actions beyond just the physical rituals? How does your posture, your breathing, your flexibility, your strength and power all derive from, and dictate, the quality of your worship? All of this and more is packed into this incredible episode. Grab a notepad and pen!   WHAT YOU’LL LEARN A brief summary of the Quranic transformation system and the 4 steps involved. The single act of worship which incorporates all of these components. How the Prophet (pbuh) used to make du’a. Examples of the physical strength of the Prophet (pbuh) and the spiritual implications of this. Why wudu is NOT just about the water; it’s about you. How to turn wudu into an act of physical therapy and treat it like an act of worship. An emotional reflection on Musa’s (as) conversation with Allah (swt) The approach we should be taking towards making du’a to Allah (swt). How nature can help us connect with Allah (swt) and improve our spirituality. Common mistakes we’re likely making during our Salah (and other acts of worship) with regards to our posture and concentration. How civilisations before Islam used to connect with Allah (swt) through physical modes of spirituality. and more! Today's Featured Podcast Review by Syrah (USA) https://deenspiration.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/Syrah-Navid-US-Edited.mp3 Submit a Recorded Review LEARN WITH WISAM ONLINE Wisam Sharieff on YouTube Wisam Sharieff on Instagram Wisam Sharieff on Facebook Wisam Sharieff on Twitter Learn about Quran Revolution Learn about AQL (Advocating Quranic Lifestyle) Donate to Wisam’s projects on Patreon RESOURCES 30 Top Tips for Attaining Khushoo’ in Prayer (eBook) VIDEOS MENTIONED BY WISAM & USMAN Postures of Prayer series on YouTube Shaykh Khatri al-Maliki Wudu Demonstration RELATED EPISODES Quranic Transformation (Part 1) – Wisam Sharieff Quran Memorisation: Practical Tips and Motivation – Shaykh Suleiman Hani RELATED POSTS 10 Ways to Reconnect with the Quran and Change Your Life About Ustadh Wisam Wisam Sharieff has been Advocating Quranic Lifestyle for over a decade with thousands of students across the globe. He’s the creator and primary instructor for  Quran Revolution, an online Quran Learning System through AlMaghrib Institute, which has transformed the way over 2,000 students relate to the Quran — teaching them to read, recite, and retain/memorize the Qur’an, with video lessons, live classes, and weekly homework. In addition he’s the founder and CEO of AQL, Advocating Quranic Lifestyle, an institute focused on personal development through Quranic recitation, prayer, and supplication—to empower the mind, body, and soul. Beyond this, Wisam provides hours of free content online through his  YouTube channel—including series like Postures of Prayer, Sunnah Supplements, NOORishment, Quranic Transformations, and Prophetic Dynasty II: Names of Our Nabi. Supporters of Wisam’s Patreon page will be facilitating all the work he does, and enabling him to further develop and producer high-quality series that go beyond basic knowledge, and helps people to improve their lives holistically. Never Miss an Episode!Did you enjoy this episode? Click below to subscribe to the podcast show for free on your smartphone via a range of apps for iOS and Android. SUBSCRIBE [overlay_content unique-id = '27135'] &&& The post EP 36: Developing a Quranic Lifestyle (Part 2) – feat. Wisam Sharieff appeared first on Deenspiration.

Part 1 – Quranic Transformations and Goal Setting You may have heard people using the terms ‘living a Quranic or Islamic lifestyle’, but what does that really mean? When our mother A’ishah (may Allah be pleased with her) described the Prophet’s (pbuh) character as being the embodiment of the Quran [Sahih Muslim], what comes to mind? Do you envision a man who was only concerned with rulings of halal and haram, do’s and don’ts, or someone whose entire being emanated the light of the Quran and beautified every living being that passed his way? Why is it that although some people have memorised the entire Quran, their character, actions and lifestyle all contradict its teachings? Why do we still feel uneasy around them? What’s the missing piece here? In Part 1 of this two-part podcast, we’re joined by Ustadh Wisam Sharieff who shares with us an incredible system for Quranic Transformation. By combining self-development techniques (mind, body and soul) with supplications from the Quran, as well as a strategic goal setting framework, Ustadh Wisam gives you the tools that will empower you to develop  a complete ‘Quranic Lifestyle’ that is unique to you. This means that not only will you be able to memorise, recite and reflect upon the Book of Allah, but every part of your life During this episode we cover the foundations of Quranic Transformation, and in Part 2 we dive deeper into the components of self-development in relation to living an Islamic lifestyle. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN About Wisam Sharieff and what he does The definition of a Quranic Transformation The mindset that society has developed towards the Quran vs the attitude of a holistic Quranic lifestyle Steps needed to begin a Quranic transformation Why we should have a ‘Jannah Focused’ mindset The first thing to do before you begin setting goals A step by step guide on how to set life goals (with categories and time scales) How to personalise du’as from the Quran to super-charge your goals A story of how Wisam almost lost his eyesight, and how he used “Rabbana atina….” in this instance The 3 questions you must ask yourself to personalise a Du’a The ‘Perfect Day’ concept The importance of building daily habits that bring you back you back on track Is the Quran for people who sin? Today’s Ayah of the Day But among them is he who says, “Our Lord, give us in this world [that which is] good and in the Hereafter [that which is] good and protect us from the punishment of the Fire.” [Qur’an – 2:201] View Ayah on Quran.com https://deenspiration.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/Quran-Bəqərə-2201.mp3 CONNECT WITH WISAM ONLINE Wisam Sharieff on YouTube Wisam Sharieff on Instagram Wisam Sharieff on Facebook Wisam Sharieff on Twitter Learn about Quran Revolution Learn about AQL (Advocating Quranic Lifestyle) Donate to Wisam’s projects on Patreon VIDEOS MENTIONED BY WISAM Quranic Transformation series on YouTube Quranic Supplications series on YouTube RELATED EPISODES Quranic Transformation (Part 2) – Healing – Wisam Sharieff Quran Memorisation: Practical Tips and Motivation – Shaykh Suleiman Hani RELATED POSTS 10 Ways to Reconnect with the Quran and Change Your Life Today's Featured Podcast Review by Justin (Los Angeles) https://deenspiration.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/Justin-Lee-Los-Angeles-edited-MP3.mp3 Submit a Recorded Review About Ustadh Wisam Wisam Sharieff has been Advocating Quranic Lifestyle for over a decade with thousands of students across the globe. He’s the creator and primary instructor for  Quran Revolution, an online Quran Learning System through AlMaghrib Institute, which has transformed the way over 2,000 students relate to the Quran — teaching them to read, recite, and retain/memorize the Qur’an, with video lessons, live classes, and weekly homework. In addition he’s the founder and CEO of AQL, Advocating Quranic Lifestyle, an institute focused on personal development through Quranic recitation, prayer, and supplication—to empower the mind, body, and soul. Beyond this, Wisam provides hours of free content online through his  YouTube channel—including series like Postures of Prayer, Sunnah Supplements, NOORishment, Quranic Transformations, and Prophetic Dynasty II: Names of Our Nabi. Supporters of Wisam’s Patreon page will be facilitating all the work he does, and enabling him to further develop and producer high-quality series that go beyond basic knowledge, and helps people to improve their lives holistically. Never Miss an Episode! Did you enjoy this episode? Click below to subscribe to the show on your smartphone and join our family of 1000’s Muslims around the world who love listening and learning. To support us, please consider leaving a positive 5-star review on Apple Podcast/iTunes. Want to have your own voice featured on our show? Click below to leave a 60-second voice recording and we’ll feature you on an upcoming episode. Subscribe Record a Review Write a Review &&& The post EP 35: Developing a Quranic Lifestyle (Part 1) – feat. Wisam Sharieff appeared first on Deenspiration.

In this episode, we’re joined by psychoeducator, author, internationally renowned speaker and founder of Deen with Dunya, Ustadha Dunia Shuaib. As a marriage educator, sister Dunia combines the Qur’an, Sunnah and the latest developments in psychology to help thousands of Muslims find greater peace, harmony, love and intimacy in their relationships. During the show, Dunia shares some important reminders and tips on how married couples can enhance their relationships by using the greatest example sent to makind: the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) himself. Sister Dunia has also launched her Secrets to Lasting Love online course in which she teaches some key principles that are statistically proven to increase happiness and satisfaction within relationships. EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNT: For our dedicated Deenspiration podcast listeners, you can enjoy a $20 discount on sister Dunia’s course. Simply enter the code: MASTERMYMARRIAGE at the checkout page. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN In this episode, we cover the following: Who is Dunia Shuaib and how did she enter the field of psycho-education? Why are so many relationships failing these days? What are some factors we should consider before marriage? Why is it so important for Muslims to study love and relationships? What are some of the most common problems people face in their marriages today, and why? What are some keys for maintaining a strong, healthy, long lasting marriage? The difference between men and women’s emotional and physical needs How the Prophet (pbuh) used to treat his wives A heartwarming example of how present the Prophet (pbuh) was in his relationship with A’ishah (may Allah be pleased with her) Question from a listener: What’s the best way to build trust with your new spouse? More info on the Secrets to Lasting Love course by sister Dunia Today’s Ayah of the Day “And of His signs is that He created for you from yourselves mates that you may find tranquillity in them; and He placed between you affection and mercy. Indeed in that are signs for a people who give thought.” [Qur’an – Surah Ar-Rum, 30:21] View on Quran.com Listen to Recitation LINKS & RESOURCES The Deen with Dunia Blog (Articles, Infographics, Videos & more) Online Courses by Dunia Shuaib Dunia on Facebook Dunia on Instagram Dunia on Twitter RELATED EPISODES A sad reality which plays a major factor in breaking relationships (both openly and in secret) is the addiction many spouses have to pornography. It has such detrimental effects to both one’s self, and one’s perception and relationship with their partner. Below are two incredibly eye-opening and highly valuable episodes to help you overcome this problem. EP 11: Porn Addiction (Part 1) – The Extreme Dangers & How To Avoid Them (feat. Alyas Karmani) EP 12: Porn Addiction (Part 2) – Practical Tips on How To Quit (feat. Bara Aldasouqi – Purify Your Gaze) RELATED POSTS Golden Life Advice by Imam Ibn al-Qayyim The Art of Emotional Intelligence: Beautifying Our Character & Conduct About Dunia Shuaib Sr. Dunia is a certified marriage educator, host of Deen with Dunia, motivational speaker, lecturer and author. She combines the Qur’an, Sunnah and psychology to help Muslims who are striving to create and maintain a harmonious relationship between their deen and dunya. Dunia is passionate about helping Muslims in their relationships. In addition to her focus in providing psychoeducation, she has been doing extensive research to pinpoint the problems in Muslim marriages in the West and to help find practical solutions. Learn more from Dunia at: duniashuaib.com Never Miss an Episode!Did you enjoy this episode? Click below to subscribe to the podcast show for free on your smartphone via a range of apps for iOS and Android. SUBSCRIBE [overlay_content unique-id = '27135'] &&& The post EP 34: Secrets to Lasting Love (feat. Dunia Shuaib) appeared first on Deenspiration.