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First Act of Yousuf (AS) | 5 Steps On Creating a Loving Family | Ustadh Nouman Ali Khan

Aug 7, 2024
Exploring the power of storytelling in the Quran with a focus on the story of Yusuf (AS). Discussing the trend of celebrating victimhood on social media within the Muslim community. Delving into the importance of expressing love within families through words, service, and gifts. Emphasizing the nurturing of family bonds through kindness, space, and emotional support. Exploring the significance of self-respect and seeking Allah's guidance in family relationships.
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ANECDOTE

Kids and Storytelling Excitement

  • Ustadh Nouman Ali Khan describes a classroom experience where teenagers excitedly discussed popular stories before shifting to the story of Yusuf as the best story.
  • The kids accepted the Quranic story as the best when told so, but lacked intrinsic excitement compared to modern stories.
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Power of Quranic Stories

  • Stories are a fundamental method Allah uses in the Quran to deliver wisdom.
  • Every story in the Quran is told in a beautiful, compelling way with deep meaning for the listener's life.
ANECDOTE

Relating to Yusuf's Hardship

  • Ustadh Nouman Ali Khan relates personally to Yusuf's story due to experiencing jealousy and hardship within families.
  • He critiques how victimhood sometimes becomes an identity celebrated publicly, including in Muslim social scenes.
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