Islam is based on optimism. Allah Most High made us so that He could have mercy on us and forgive us, and to despair of Allah’s mercy is a major sin. Shaykh Hamza Karamali explains that our slavehood to Allah Most High is the joyful slavehood of someone is utter need who knows that His Almighty Lord is always there to help him through life’s difficulties, and who created Him to forgive him, have mercy on him, and enter him into Paradise.   For more SeekersGuidance podcast...

Allah Most High always answers the prayer of someone who turns to Him in complete distress, having given up hope in everything apart from Him. Shaykh Hamza Karamali explains what this state of complete distress is, and that it is the essence and purpose of turning to Allah Most High in supplication.   For more SeekersGuidance podcast shows, visit seekersguidance.org/podcasts. Help SeekersGuidance reach millions around the world through reliable knowledge and guidance from...

Allah Most High reminds us to have humble hearts and to not be like those who were given revelation before us, whose hearts grew hard with the passage of time (Qur’an, 57:16). Shaykh Hamza Karamali explains the difference between a humble heart and a hardened heart, and how we should renew our relationship with Allah Most High. For more SeekersGuidance podcast shows, visit seekersguidance.org/podcasts. Help SeekersGuidance reach millions around the world through reliable...

Allah Most High urges us to “give him a goodly loan” that He will “repay many times over.” But what does it mean for us to “give a loan” to the One on whom we utterly depend, and the One who needs nothing from us? Shaykh Hamza Karamali explains. For more SeekersGuidance podcast shows, visit seekersguidance.org/podcasts. Help SeekersGuidance reach millions around the world through reliable knowledge and guidance from qualified scholars, completely free: become a monthly supporter –...

Shaykh Hamza Karamali tells the story of the “Great Calumny” in which the wife of the Messenger of Allah (Allah bless him and give him peace) was falsely accused of adultery and then exonerated by Allah Most High Himself in the Qur’an. When her father then swore an oath to never give financial assistance again to one of the Companions who was responsible for spreading the calumny, Allah Most High urged him to forgive and asked him, “Do you not wish that Allah should forgive...

Trust (tawakkul) in Allah Most High is one of the great virtues of the heart. Shaykh Hamza Karamali explains this virtue, along with the related virtue of genuineness (sidq), and shows how each of these virtues shines most brightly when we choose to do what is right in the face of difficulty.   For more SeekersGuidance podcast shows, visit seekersguidance.org/podcasts. Help SeekersGuidance reach millions around the world through reliable knowledge and guidance from qualified...

In Surat al-Rahman--the Chapter of the All-Merciful, God asks us thirty-one times why we are ungrateful to him. Shaykh Hamza Karamali explains what gratitude is and then explains Surat al-Rahman, illustrating how to respond to God with gratitude. For more SeekersGuidance podcast shows, visit seekersguidance.org/podcasts. Help SeekersGuidance reach millions around the world through reliable knowledge and guidance from qualified scholars, completely free: become a monthly supporter –...

Throughout history, God has sent us messengers to warn us that we will be resurrected after death in order to stand before Him to be judged for our actions. The rational response to this warning is to take steps to be successful after the resurrection. But people often turn away from the warning, not because of a rational reason, but out of stubborn folly, and they then clothe their rejection with flawed arguments, even though they know, deep down inside,  that they are making a bad...

God sent the Prophet Muhammad (Allah bless him and give him peace) with signs that enable us to discern that he was not an impostor, but a genuine messenger from God. Shaykh Hamza Karamali walks you through a verse of the Qur’an that shows how the ancient Arabians saw those signs, and how we can see them today. He then explains that the consequence of seeing those signs is genuine acceptance of everything that God tells us through His messenger. For more SeekersGuidance podcast shows,...

This is the most common question that God asks us in the Qur’an. We sometimes think that idol-worship is a primitive practice of the distant past and that now, in the age of science, we know better than to worship idols. Shaykh Hamza Karamali explains that the idolatry of the scientific age is worse and more prevalent than ever before and that verses of the Qur’an that ask us why we worship other gods apply just as much to us today as they did to the polytheists of ancient Arabia. For more...

This episode marks the beginning of the second part of this series. The first part of this series was about asking sincere questions to God; the second part is about listening to the questions that God asks us and answering them sincerely. But before we do that, we have to understand what exactly it means for God to ask us a question and what it means for us to answer Him sincerely. Shaykh Hamza Karamali explains that questions posed by God are not the same as questions posed by human beings,...

In this final episode, Shaykh Sadullah delivers a befitting reminder to us all. This day of Eid should be a day of happiness, joy, and celebration. Despite the circumstances that we find ourselves in we should continue to remain hopeful for a better tomorrow. It is on this day that we proclaim the greatness of God over everything else. God is the greatest and He has control over everything. Let us do our part in ensuring that we are fulfilling our personal and social responsibilities to God....

Shaykh Hamza Karamali analyzes this question to reveal its underlying assumptions and their error, showing that the goal of true religion is not material prosperity in this life, but moral prosperity in this life and eternal prosperity in the life to come, and that is the greatest need of the modern world. For more SeekersGuidance podcast shows, visit seekersguidance.org/podcasts. Help SeekersGuidance reach millions around the world through reliable knowledge and guidance from qualified...

In this episode, Shaykh Sadullah explains how we can miss out on the blessings of Allah in our lives. Whilst we search for the Night of Power in the last ten nights of Ramadan, it is very easy to lose the opportunity to truly benefiting from this auspicious occasion. Through bickering, fighting, and arguing Muslims cause more problems for themselves. Furthermore, Allah removes his blessings and mercy from Muslims when they antagonize each other. For more SeekersGuidance podcast shows,...

In this episode, Shaykh Sadullah discusses the importance of building a relationship with the Quran. The Quran deserves to be treated with respect and honor. This entails that we develop our basic capacities to read and understand the Quran so that we are able to implement its lessons and injunctions in our lives. For more SeekersGuidance podcast shows, visit seekersguidance.org/podcasts Help SeekersGuidance reach millions around the world through reliable knowledge and guidance from...

In this episode, Shaykh Sadullah reflects on the condition of the oppressed. Whilst many of us have the luxury of spending these last few days of Ramadan in the comforts of our homes, many people around the world do not have the same privileges as ourselves. So, as we try to attain the Night of Power, let us remember the powerless. For more SeekersGuidance podcast shows, visit seekersguidance.org/podcasts Help SeekersGuidance reach millions around the world through reliable knowledge...

In this episode, Shaykh Sadullah discusses the importance of spiritual purification through the attainment of God-consciousness. When we become more conscious of God and his obligations upon us, we become more willing to purify our spiritual states. This in turn beautifies us as individuals and ensures that our hearts are illumined. Beautiful hearts make a beautiful world. For more SeekersGuidance podcast shows, visit seekersguidance.org/podcasts Help SeekersGuidance reach millions...

In this episode, Shaykh Sadullah presents to us the paradoxes of the modern age. As human beings, we have progressed technologically in so many areas, however despite our achievements we have failed in developing our sense of humanity. Let us take the opportunity now in understanding that quality is more important than quantity.   For more SeekersGuidance podcast shows, visit seekersguidance.org/podcasts Help SeekersGuidance reach millions around the world through reliable knowledge...

In this episode, Shaykh Sadullah reminds us of the great effort and sacrifices our womenfolk have made during this Ramadan. Whilst most services within society has been limited and restricted, our womenfolk continue to work around the clock to take care of their households. Let us spare a thought and appreciate their unselfish work ethic, and let us honor them by sharing in the household responsibilities. For more SeekersGuidance podcast shows, visit seekersguidance.org/podcasts Help...

Shaykh Hamza Karamali walks you through a detailed analysis of the number of battles (not wars!) that the Prophet Muhammad (Allah bless him and give him peace) fought during his lifetime, along with an analysis of the number of casualties, revealing an astounding result. He then explains why the Prophet Muhammad (Allah bless him and give him peace) fought battles and shows that his life sets an unsurpassable moral example for nations and armies forever after.   For more SeekersGuidance...

In this episode, Shaykh Sadullah discusses the dangers of self-righteousness and self-confidence. By adopting sanctimonious attitudes, we only end up damaging our standing with Allah. A true believer is humble and accommodating of the views, feelings, and emotions of others. Arrogance is an extremely lethal spiritual malady, as it consumes the heart and spiritual state of an individual. There is no goodness in a self-righteous deed that breeds arrogance. For more SeekersGuidance podcast...

In this episode, Shaykh Sadullah discusses the importance of giving. Whilst most people believe that generosity can be enacted only with the giving wealth, the truth is that one can display generosity with one's time and character. During this testing time of Covid-19, there are many people who are in need. If we are able to give from our time and wealth to assist others, perhaps Allah will be generous with us on the day when everyone will be seeking his generosity. For more...

In this episode, Shaykh Sadullah reminds us of the great importance of the last ten days of Ramadan. The night of power is one of the most significant events for us as Muslims. Furthermore, we should remember that the Quran was revealed on the night of power. Therefore our true power comes from our connection with the Quran.   For more SeekersGuidance podcast shows, visit seekersguidance.org/podcasts Help SeekersGuidance reach millions around the world through reliable knowledge and...

In this episode, Shaykh Sadullah discusses the importance of appreciating beauty. It is very easy to lose appreciation for the simple things in life. When we are not able to see the grandeur and majesty of Allah we become somber and inert. By appreciating the beauty around us we are able to rekindle our hearts and add meaning to our lives. For more SeekersGuidance podcast shows, visit seekersguidance.org/podcasts Help SeekersGuidance reach millions around the world through reliable...

In this episode, Shaykh Sadullah reminds us of the importance of being honest. As we know, honesty is always the best policy. However, we should be careful not to use the truth to hurt people. Sometimes it is better to be more prudent when we wish to make a statement or comment that affects others. For more SeekersGuidance podcast shows, visit seekersguidance.org/podcasts Help SeekersGuidance reach millions around the world through reliable knowledge and guidance from...