Friday September 27, 2024 Rabi al-Awwal 23, 1446 This episode marks the khatam -- the conclusion and seal -- of our exploration of the Sira. It covers the Prophet's final days in this worldly life, his last words, his passing, how the Companions responded to this tragedy, and how they conducted his burial. It concludes with a final reflection and prayer for acceptance and connection to the Prophet Muhammad (Allah bless him and give him peace) and his timeless teachings and wisdom.
Friday September 27, 2024 Rabi al-Awwal 23, 1446 In his last Khutba as the Religious Director of MCCGP, Imam Abdul Aziz offers some parting advice.
Tuesday September 24, 2024 Rabi al-Awwal 20, 1446 The penultimate episode of this series continues the discussion on the Prophet's preparation for al-Rafiq al-A'la (leaving this world), discussing his final address to the Umma, the intention to write a document, and the last prayer he offered in the Masjid with his Companions.
Sunday September 22, 2024 Rabi al-Awwal 18, 1446 This episode begins the discussion on the most painful period of the Sira: Preparation for al-Rafiq al-A'la, discussing the signs of the Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace) nearing the end of his physical life and tracing the steps from the onset of his final illness to his passing.
Friday September 20, 2024 Rabi al-Awwal 16, 1446 This episode continues the discussion on the Farewell Hajj of the Prophet, the Prophet's departure from Mecca after performing the Hajj, the famous incident at Ghadir Khum and the emergence of the false prophet Musaylima al-Kadhhab.
Friday September 20, 2024 Rabi al-Awwal 16, 1446 In this Khutba Imam Abdul Aziz speaks about the importance of priorities.
Tuesday September 17, 2024 Rabi al-Awwal 13, 1446 This episode covers the Farewell Hajj of the Prophet and traces the steps of the Hajj with reflection over the Prophet's Farewell Sermon.
Sunday September 15, 2024 Rabi al-Awwal 11, 1446 This episode ushers the entry of the Sira into the 10th year after the Hijra and explores 'Ali's mission to Madh-hij, Abu Bakr's Hajj and the delivery of the verses of Sura al-Tawba marking the removal of paganism from the Arabian Peninsula.
Friday September 13, 2024 Rabi al-Awwal 9, 1446 In this Khutba Imam Abdul Aziz explores the hadith 'Whoever saw him unexpectedly would be filled with awe, while whoever interacted with him will fall in love.'
Wednesday September 11, 2024 Rabi al-Awwal 7, 1446
Wednesday September 11, 2024 Rabi al-Awwal 7, 1446 This edition of Ask The Imam answers the following questions: 00:00 1. How to dispose papers with Allah's name on them? 12:58 2. Correcting a child during Jumu'a prayer? 24:40 3. What was the daily routine of the Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace)? 54:28 4. What the purpose of the bridal gift (mahr) in Islamic law? Please donate to support this and other programs. To donate, please go to http://mccgp.org/donate
Tuesday September 10, 2024 Rabi al-Awwal 6, 1446 This episode continues the discussion on delegations that came to Medina to embrace Islam and also discusses the death of Umm Kulthum, the death of the chief of the hypocrites 'Abdullah b. Ubay, and the death of the Prophet's son Ibrahim.
Sunday September 8, 2024 Rabi al-Awwal 4, 1446 This episode explores the 'Year of Delegations' and discusses multiple visits undertaken and the events that unfolded as tribes embraced Islam.
Friday September 6, 2024 Rabi al-Awwal 2, 1446 This episode looks at the divine names of al-Wasi', al-Majid, and al-Ba'ith. Donate to support this and other programming at MCCGP: http://mccgp.org/donate
Friday September 6, 2024 Rabi al-Awwal 2, 1446 As we enter the month of al-Rabi' al-Awwal, Imam Abdul Aziz reflects on the importance of knowing the person, personality, and qualities of the Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace) and the danger of not knowing him properly.
Sunday September 1, 2024 Safar 27, 1446 This episode explores the fate of those who remained behind in Medina without excuse, particularly the story of Ka'b b. Malik.
Friday August 30, 2024 Safar 25, 1446 This episode looks at the divine name al-Wadud Donate to support this and other programming at MCCGP: http://mccgp.org/donate
Friday August 30, 2024 Safar 25, 1446 In this khutba, Imam Abdul Aziz explores the many lessons derived from the verse, 'And my brother Harun is more eloquent than I, so send him with me as a helper to support what I say, for I truly fear they may reject me.'