Imanwire Podcast

While we may be well-acquainted with the Names of God, the names given to the Messenger of God himself may be unfamiliar to us. While previous generations used these names to describe, understand and emulate the Messenger ﷺ, it is a reflection of our modern disconnect with the Muhammadan reality that today we have largely forgotten these names. In this series, Shaykh Hassan Lachheb dives into an exploration of the names of the Beloved ﷺ, providing a glimpse into the many facets of the Prophet ﷺ to foster a deeper connection with him in our daily lives. In Part 1, Shaykh Hassan introduces the concept of the Prophetic Names and reflects on his most well-known name, Muhammad ﷺ. CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Introduction 5:45 - Names to Know Him 10:48 - The Dalail Khayrat: The Most Read Book After the Qur'an 11:34 - A Travel Guide To Madina 15:32 - A Brotherhood on Salawat 16:40 - Banned in Madina? 19:03 - To Know How to Approach Him 20:06 - The Old Woman of Bani Isra'il 27:31 - The Divine Names and the Prophetic Na

Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui emphasizes the importance of internalizing and practicing the principles of Islam, specifically focusing on the concept of Zakat (charitable giving). The discussion delves into the spiritual significance of Zakat as a means of liberating oneself from material attachments and greed. He underscores the need for individuals to develop a consciousness of Allah's attributes, particularly His quality of sufficiency (Al-Samad), and how internalizing this attribute leads to a sense of contentment and generosity. CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Introduction 05:27 - Zakah Significance in Islam 08:33 - Understanding Al-Fattah 20:20 - Effects of Neglecting Zakah 22:41 - Zakah as Spiritual Worship 32:44 - Prophet Muhammad's Generosity 40:14 - Rejection of Hypocrites' Charity 44:50 - Divine Expectations of Believers 49:20 - Embracing Allah's Liberation

What lesson about business does the Divine intend for us through zakat? In part 2 of the Wealth in Worship series, Umar Moghul sits at the feet of Shaykh Yasir Fahmy to explore re-centering trade and commerce in the socioeconomic justice of zakat. Listen as they reorient our businesses and wealth towards social welfare. CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Introduction 2:39 - What Zakat Tells Us About Wealth 4:22 - Purification and Proactive Auditing 7:06 - Social Welfare 8:22 - The Challenge to Spend on the Dispossessed 10:42 - Feeding People: A Core Prophetic Quality 15:00 - Thinking About Giving: Charity Vs Interest in the Qur'an 16:51 - Morality Embedded in Wealth Generation 18:03 - No Giving, No Gains 22:00 - The Prayers of Angels 24:30 - How Much Wealth Did the Prophet Give Away? 28:32 - Giving Reduced to Only Zakat? 35:27 - Sadaqah: The Space for Civilizational Growth 39:53 - Wealth as a Tool, Not as a Purpose 41:35 - Role of Endowments 45:42 - Tazkiyah as Collectives and Businesses 56::23 - Who Prays For You?

How can we unlock spiritual wealth through the transformative practice of Zakat? This episode delves into the profound depths of this pillar of Islam and its role in liberating the heart from material attachments, fostering a deeper connection with Allah ﷻ, and elevating our moral standing. CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Introduction 2:38 - Understanding Zakat 15:05 - Significance of Salah on the Prophet 19:55 - Defining Zakat 22:40 - Zakat's Role in Helping Needy 29:10 - Zakat Philosophy: Giving Valued Possessions 34:50 - Zakat Etiquette: Quality of Giving 36:10 - Material Detachment through Zakat 36:50 - Spiritual Growth via Charity 37:35 - Concluding with Du’a

Imam Dawud Walid returns to the podcast for a round-table discussion on a wide range of topics as we revisit debates on masculinity, sacred activism and his new book, "Islamic Metaphysics of Racism". CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Introduction 1:44 - Reactions to Sacred Manhood (Ep. 89) 7:18 - Countering the Manosphere 13:33 - Young Men and Phones 22:03 - Parental Supervision and Dajjalic AI 24:41 - Men More Dangerous Than Bears? 28:09 - Attacking Masculinity to Exploit Women 32:07 - Honorable Vs. Vile Men 37:06 - Exemplifying the Truth of Islam 39:34 - The Miseducation of the American Muslim 47:00 - Revisiting Sacred Activism 54:03 - The Chivalrous Activist 58:08 - Muted Reaction to Supreme Court's LGTB Opt-Out Decision? 1:00:50 - Who Funds You Runs You 1:05:00 - Aqeedah on the Left? 1:07:15 - Muslim Organizational Dignity and Manliness 1:10:08 - Principled Positions and the Right-Left Spectrum 1:11:16 - New Book: Islamic Metaphysics of Racism 1:13:18 - A Manifestation of Spiritual Diseases 1:15:54 - Victims of Racism:

Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui speaks of the (hubb) love of Allah ﷻ and how to attain it through the spiritual nourishment of salah and good actions. CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Introduction 1:12 - Understanding Prayer Meanings 1:59 - Significance of As-Salamu Alaykum 4:41 - Starting Gatherings with Praise to Allah 9:00 - Remembering Righteous Ancestors 12:35 - Attaining Allah's Love 19:25 - Most Beloved Acts to Allah 21:35 - Obligatory Actions in Islam 31:13 - Additional Beloved Acts to Allah 39:18 - Deeds of Non-Believers 41:40 - Intention and Divine Reward 44:10 - Managing Nafs in Worship 49:20 - Prophet's Response to Trials 51:54 - Seeking Allah's Protection 52:30 - Overcoming Spiritual Challenges 54:20 - Intermission

What does it mean to be a believer in a world immersed in the pursuit of wealth? How do we move from attachments to wealth, to interactions free of self? How can wealth be a tool in our relationship with Allah? How might we build organizations and products that serve His creation? In Wealth in Worship, this podcast series will explore these and many other questions, engaging with scholarly counsel and the experiences of owners and entrepreneurs grappling with these sorts of questions. In this first episode, host Umar Moghul sits down with Shaykh Riad Saloojee to discuss how the pursuit and generation of wealth fit within the spiritual envelope of purification of the heart. CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Introduction 3:44 - What Is Wealth? 9:19 - Transactions and Attachments 16:42 - Signs of Enslavement to Wealth 27:02 - Have We Taken Concessions Too Far? 29:29 - Civilizational Glory and Advancement 34:04 - Zuhd: Asceticism in Wealth Generation 42:10 - The Wealth That Builds 46:08 - Spiritual Engines in Economic Growth 5

Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui discusses the significance of Salah—prayer—as the cornerstone of a believer's daily life, and embodying the sanctity of the Masjid. CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Introduction 01:36 - Wudu Significance | Spiritual Purity 02:39 - Earth Worship Place | Universal Masjid Concept 09:32 - Heart Taqwa Significance | Piety & Consciousness 18:30 - Purifying Heart | Eradicating Evil 21:57 - Understanding Allah's Ayat | Intent & Wisdom 25:50 - Salah Importance | Prayer in Islam 36:30 - Preparing for Salah | Spiritual Readiness 37:10 - Comparing Salah & Taqwa | Islamic Practices 40:25 - Power of Dua | Supplication in Islam

Modern health care presents a number of dilemmas that Islamic jurisprudence must address. Can an approach rooted in the Maqasid, the objectives of Shariah, provide solutions in ways that classical fiqh cannot? If so, how are these objectives met in cases where the human interests conflict? Is the preservation of life more important than the preservation of religion? Dr. Aasim Padela, author of "Maqasid Al-Shariah and Biomedicine: Bridging Moral, Ethical and Policy Discourses", joins the ImanWire podcast to discuss the challenges in applying Islamic law to modern medicine. Dr. Aasim Padela is an emergency medicine physician and academic scholar, currently the Vice Chair for Research and Scholarship in the Department of Emergency Medicine at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW). He is founder of the Initiative on Islam and Medicine, and author of many articles and books, with research interests in bioethics, public health and religion. CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Introduction 2:32 - The Problem Space of Modern M

In this episode, we delve into the intimate connection between the heart's sincerity and the physical form of worship. Discover the significance of spiritual guidance and how a profound Hadith reveals the intrinsic link between internal conviction and external expression in prayer. CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Introduction 1:39 - Presence in Dua Significance 5:51 - Presence in Salah Significance 14:49 - Allah's Focus on Hearts 27:33 - Enhancing Divine Awareness through Salah 27:50 - Characteristics of the Depraved 36:37 - First Aspect of Faith to Fade 45:50 - Shade of Allah's Throne: First Recipient 47:05 - Shade of Allah's Throne: Second Recipient

Dr. Rania Awaad joins the ImanWire Podcast to discuss mental health and the history of the Maristans throughout the Muslim world. Ahead of their time, these institutions of healing provided an integrated system of care treating the mind, body and soul. Rooted in the foundations of the religion itself, their innovative approach provide a model for reimagining and revitalizing health care today. Rania Awaad, M.D. is the Co-Founder and President of Maristan, a nonprofit reviving the Islamic legacy of holistic healing through spiritually and culturally congruent clinical care, education, and training. She is also a Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at Stanford University and Director of the Stanford Muslim Mental Health & Islamic Psychology Lab. Dr. Awaad is a nationally recognized speaker, award-winning teacher, researcher, and author in both the Islamic and medical sciences. She holds traditional certifications (ijaza) in Qur’an, Islamic Law, and other Islamic sciences. CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Introduction 2:09 - H

Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui describes the difference between Salah and the Christian definition of the word 'Prayer' and how we as Muslims must understand the incredible distinction. CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Introduction 1:58 - Importance of Salah 9:24 - Salah as Enlightenment 18:03 - Believers' Success 20:32 - Attaining Focus in Prayer 28:03 - Distractions During Salah 33:15 - Salah Reflects Life 35:42 - Daily Impact of Prayer 39:13 - Immediate Self-Improvement 41:05 - Understanding Through Similarity 42:40 - Dua for Purpose

Dr. Shadee Elmasry from NBIC and Safina Society joins the ImanWire Podcast for a trip down memory lane with Moutasem and Ghuydar and a roundtable discussion on building spiritual communities. CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Introduction 2:26 - New York Vs New Jersey 5:38 - Building Intentional Community 10:13 - Fear of Communal Dhikr 14:22 - No More Secret Invites 18:31 - Spiritual Transformations in the Circles of Dhikr 22:54 - Qasidahs Are the Lessons for the Layman 24:56 - Drivers of Muslim Culture 31:00 - The Decline of Salafi Dawah 34:46 - Teenage Souls 40:38 - Spiritual Guides 45:35 - Right and Left Extremes and Influencers 52:16 - Waves of New Muslims 54:05 - Ibadah Over 'Ilm 55:23 - Spiritual Diets and Dinner Invitations 59:21 - Remembering Muhammad Shareef 1:01:14 -Differing Positions and Character 1:04:01 - The Saintly Worker

Shaykh Mokhtar defines the root of the word 'Salah' and what it means to connect our hearts to Allah ﷻ through the act of prayer. CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Introduction 9:43 - Significance of Salah in Daily Life 19:15 - Salah's Role in Islamic Faith 27:00 - Spiritual Impact of Neglecting Salah 45:40 - Prophet Muhammad's Final Teachings: Salah and Compassion 50:33 - Divine Support for the Patient Believers

The relationship between God and the Messenger of God ﷺ was rooted in love, and the experience of knowing Allah through the door of love caused our Prophet ﷺ to be the beloved of God. How can we connect with the Beloved of God ﷺ? Ustadha Zaynab Ansari from Tayseer Seminary returns to the Imanwire podcast to discuss how to find Prophetic love amidst the challenges of the modern age. CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Introduction 2:19 - How Can We Embody Love of the Prophet? 4:59 - Physical Distance, Spiritual Proximity 12:33 - Finding Love Through Books and People 18:40 - The Roadblock of Reductionism 22:15 - Problematizing the Age of Aisha 26:09 - The Prophet ﷺ and Male Authority 32:09 - Finding the Feminine in the Prophetic Story 39:15 - Connecting to the Prophet ﷺ as a Woman 40:57 - Role of Aesthetics in Cultivating Prophetic Love

Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui describes how the world around us is affected by what is inside of us, at both a micro and macro level, and how the worth of a civilization is by the existence of one's 'akhlaq.' CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Opening Du'a by Shaykh 1:25 - Inner World Reflection 1:48 - Tazkiyah Significance 1:54 - Civilization Value 10:55 - Truthful Poet's Wisdom 14:42 - Tazkiyah Focus on Allah 18:20 - Heart's Spiritual Progression 23:40 - Character in Islam 27:50 - Value of Good Companionship 34:08 - Salah's Spiritual Importance 37:40 - Benefits of Regular Salah 39:50 - Consequences of Neglecting Salah 43:25 - Salah's Influence on Morality

Dealing with a narcissist can be an unpleasant experience, whether it is in our family, workplace or community. How does narcissism connect with the Islamic discourse on the nafs and self-purification? Aaatifa Shareef, a professional licensed counselor and instructor at Qalam Institute, bridges the fields of modern psychology and Islamic knowledge to discuss how we can manage our relationships with narcissists who can make our lives very difficult. CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Narcissist-in-Chief and the Nafs 13:03 - Diagnosis and the Balance of Psychology and Islamic Knowledge 21:34 - A Strong Sense of Self vs. Self-Admiration 32:26 - Dealing With Problematic Family Members 35:26 - Severing Ties 37:13 - Ihsaan, Birr & Boundaries 42:22 - Only Human: Not Letting It Affect Us 52:39 - Drawing Attention to Narcissism in a Loving Way 57:33 - Finding a Support System 1:01:29 - Respecting the Elderly vs. Questioning the Family 1:04:21 - Institutional Leadership 1:12:22 - Getting Cut Off 1:15:58 - Self-Care Regimen

"I must never be the defender of my nafs, or thinking that I have nothing to change and others must change. I must always begin with the premise, that I have everything to change." Shaykh Mokhtar Maghroaui continues the conversation of the addiction of the nafs and how to begin taking the steps to changing them. CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Introduction 03:09 - Homecoming Journey 05:46 - Facing Bankruptcy 10:23 - Embracing Emptiness 15:30 - Achieving Ultimate Freedom 17:59 - Understanding the Cup Analogy 22:12 - Exploring Khalifa Concept 27:50 - Spiritual Cleansing Beliefs 37:40 - Anwar: Divine Illumination 40:10 - Experiencing Allah's Light 44:40 - Self-Reflection on Faults 51:39 - Angelic Intervention Story 55:43 - Divine Support for the Devout 56:48 - Embracing Rectification 57:40 - Intermission Break

As people worldwide struggle to cope today with the negative impact of man-made environmental degradation, the crucial step to a solution is understanding our place in the created world and its connection with our Creator. Dr. Amir Abdelzaher joins the podcast to discuss an Islamic vision for spiritual ecology, connecting theology with environmental ethics. CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Introduction 2:34 - Challenging Definitions: What Is the Environment? 7:53 - The Creation of Allah: How We Value the Environment 17:39 - The Environment in Worship of Allah 21:08 - The Environment as a Sign: The Contingency Argument for God 29:02 - Environmental Literacy: Deducing the Attributes of Allah 32:39 - A Witness for or Against Us? 35:19 - Reverence and Glorification: Resonating With the Environment 43:24 - Environmental Sensitivity 44:56 - Where the Environment Stands Today 50:30 - Representing the Divine: The Command of Abu Bakr and Its Principles 55:29 - Man Vs Nature: Who Takes Priority? 1:01:14 - Concrete Jungles and Re

Addiction overpowers us even when knowing its harm. In this episode Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui teaches how to have the will, the desire, and the resolve to change and begin removing habits that cause addiction in the heart. CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Introduction to Addiction and Purification 1:52 - Willpower and Change Initiation 15:35 - Self-Reflection and Negative Traits Acknowledgment 18:50 - Realization of Self in Addiction Recovery 24:15 - Al-Qawi: Embracing Inner Strength 29:35 - Al-Matin: Cultivating Resilience in Sobriety 33:15 - Al-Aziz: Achieving Dignity in Addiction Battle 37:40 - Qalb's Role in Overcoming Addiction 40:50 - Ego's Influence on Addiction Journey