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Seduction, Slander and Standing Your Ground

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In this episode we discuss Yusuf (AS) maturing from a child to a young man in the house of the Egyptian minister, and the minister’s wife attempting to seduce him. (Verses 22 to 23). You will learn: The true meaning of Muslim manhood. How to address abuse of authority by both men and women. How to stand your ground even when there is a power imbalance in the other party’s favor. The meaning of “Ihsan” and how to instill it in ourselves and our children. Defining Arabic terms used in this episode: Khalwa: Seclusion Zina: Sexual relations outside of marriage. Ihsan: Excellence, beauty, perfection. Learn more: https://yaqeeninstitute.org/read/paper/islam-iman-ihsan-climbing-the-spiritual-mountain

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