The likes of the greatest people to walk the face of the earth were promised to taste death. Amongst the pious, the noble, the strong and the wealthy still... every soul shall taste death. Your life is momentary. This world is transitory. This promise is inescapable. Every soul shall taste death. Take note of the lecture that makes every cell in your body stand up and listen. What are you preparing for? Death - Muhammad Abdul Jabbar

The People of the Cave chose faith over fear, and Allah protected them. Their story in the Quran teaches us about trust, youth standing for truth, and divine mercy. A timeless reminder for every believer.

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In this powerful episode, Abu Bakr Zoud shares the inspiring story of a young man who struggled with his desires but found strength through his connection to the Messenger ﷺ. A moving reminder of the battles within, the mercy of Allah, and the transformative power of sincere love for the Prophet ﷺ.

In this episode, we explore Itikaf, a profound spiritual retreat observed during the last ten days of Ramadan. We’ll discuss its significance, the inner peace it brings, and how it deepens one’s connection with the Divine. From self-reflection to detachment from worldly distractions, Itikaf offers a transformative experience that rejuvenates the soul. Tune in as we uncover the spiritual, mental, and emotional benefits of this sacred practice.

Anas bin Malik RA narrated that Rasulullah [Saw] spoke about four forerunners. He said: “I am the forerunner of Arabs; Suhaib Ar-Rumi is the forerunner of Romans; Bilal is the forerunner of Habsha and Salman is the forerunner of Persia.”

The Story of Dhul-Kifl is a bit of a mystery. There is not much information known or recorded and a lot of debate as to whether he truly is a Prophet. What we know about him is that he was a righteous man and a ‘company of the good’ who was also extremely patient. As Allah says in Surah al-Anbiya’ after the story of Ayyub, “And Isma‘eel, Idris, and Dhul Kifl, all of them were among the patient ones. And We admitted them to Our mercy, verily they were among the righteous.” (Qur’an 21: 85-86).

So, Ayyub (A) had everything, he was strong and healthy, he had large plots of land, abundant livestock, and a righteous and beautiful family, and then suddenly, Ayyub (A) lost his family, lost his wealth, and he lost his health, and this did not happen gradually, it happened suddenly, he lost everything, he lost everything that a person loves in the dunya. Ayyub’s AS steadfastness in the face of the most awesome trials originated the well-known expression, “the patience of Ayyub”.

The life of this world is just like rain We send down from the sky, producing a mixture of plants which humans and animals consume. Then just as the earth looks its best, perfectly beautified, and its people think they have full control over it, there comes to it Our command by night or by day, so We mow it down as if it never flourished yesterday! This is how We make the signs clear for people who reflect. Quran 10:24.