Mikaeel Smith Juma Khutba 07-03-2025
Mar 8, 2025
Discover the transformative power of Ramadan and its true essence of gratitude. The discussion delves into embracing deprivation to foster spiritual growth and mindfulness. It highlights how the heart's richness outweighs material wealth, urging listeners to cultivate self-discipline during this sacred month. Tune in for a thought-provoking exploration of Ramadan's deeper meanings!
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Ramadan As Therapeutic Reset
- Ramadan starves the body to nourish the soul and offers a therapeutic reset for perspective and mindfulness.
- Mikaeel Smith says the month is meant to bring ease and transform you if you allow it.
Freedom Through Self-Discipline
- Following desires (ittiba' al-hawa) risks spiritual and psychological ruin by making people slaves to their nafs.
- Mikaeel Smith contrasts enslaving to desire with becoming free by submitting to truth.
Shorten Hopes; Remember Mortality
- Avoid long, vague future plans that ignore mortality and distract from present obligations.
- Mikaeel Smith urges focusing hopes toward the akhirah rather than endless dunya aspirations.