Qalam Institute Podcast Sanctuary – Part 2
Oct 6, 2025
Explore the significance of welcoming newcomers and the profound impact of a simple smile. Delve into the concept of tazkiyah and recognize the signs of spiritual disconnection. Hear about Imam Ghazali's journey through crisis and the perils of neglecting worship. Discover how desires can overshadow true devotion and the benefits of experiencing spiritual lows. Learn strategies to reconnect with Allah, including sincere dua and the importance of intentions. Finally, tackle complacency and find balance amid busy lives to nurture your spiritual growth.
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Purify The Heart By Replacing Faults
- Tazkiyah means emptying the heart of evil traits and filling it with Allah's attributes like mercy and gratitude.
- Spiritual growth replaces faults with qualities that reflect Allah's names, transforming worldly connection into divine connection.
External Piety Can Mask Inner Emptiness
- Spiritual disconnection can coexist with outward religiosity and high intellectual attainment.
- Imam Ghazali's crisis shows that inner sickness can prompt a necessary retreat to rebuild true connection.
Salah As A Spiritual Lifeline
- Losing regular connection allows other voices and desires to dominate the heart, causing drift from Allah.
- Salah functions as a daily lifeline that pulls a drifting person back toward spiritual grounding.
