

Yaqeen Podcast
Yaqeen Institute
This podcast is brought to you by Yaqeen Institute for Islamic Research. You'll find a variety of Islamic lectures, conversations, and discussions on topics most important to you. At Yaqeen, we aim to make academic and Islamically-credible scholarship mainstream through accessible resources such as infographics, animations, podcasts, learning materials, and more. Visit www.yaqeeninstitute.org or download the Yaqeen app from the app store to continue dismantling doubts, nurturing conviction, and inspiring contribution, one truth at a time
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Oct 18, 2023 • 33min
The Living Martyrs in Gaza's Hospitals with Dr. Omar Suleiman
Dr. Omar Suleiman, a medical professional in Gaza's hospitals, discusses the current massacre in Gaza and the significance of the martyrs. The podcast explores the power of Allah's question to the silenced victims and the desire of the martyrs for paradise. It also delves into the concept of fear, resilience in Falasteen, and cultivating courage in difficult times.

Oct 17, 2023 • 1h 7min
When Your Neighbors Call for Genocide
Palestine is being pulverized while the world watches. Images of our brothers and sisters, most of them children, are flooding our circles, and though we’re sharing them incessantly amidst censorship, pushback, and lies, it feels like shouting into a void. There is collective pain in our global ummah on many levels.How do we deal with the trauma we are witnessing through our screens? How do we cope with feelings of powerlessness, despair, and anguish? How do we cope with the loss of loved ones due to genocide? How can we be courageous and continue to support and lend voice to the oppressed even when the whole world is against us? How can we speak truth to power within our means, especially in the face of threats to our livelihood?Tune in with Dr. Omar Suleiman, Dr. Osman Umarji, and Sr. Najwa Awad as they lend voices of support in the midst of this ongoing horror.

Oct 17, 2023 • 1h 28min
How To Become An Indomitable Ummah
Exploring the connection between oppression and protests and the duty of Muslims to stand for justice. The power of public opinion in shaping political decisions. The Algerian struggle for independence and finding faith amidst challenges. The power of the ummah in supporting the Palestinian cause. The importance of justice in Islam and the need to speak up against injustice. The transformative impact on a non-Muslim's perspective and the significance of staying connected to Allah.

Oct 17, 2023 • 22min
When The World Stands Against You #Gaza | Khutbah by Dr. Omar Suleiman
The podcast discusses the harmful propaganda against Palestinians and the struggles faced by Muslims in Gaza. It emphasizes the importance of faith, unity, and supporting those who are oppressed. The chapter highlights the consequences of speaking out and urges listeners to stand with the oppressed and support Palestine.

Oct 17, 2023 • 33min
Reflection and Du’a for Palestine with Dr. Omar Suleiman
Dr. Omar Suleiman leads reflections on recent events in Palestine, finding solace in the face of conflict, resilience and victory through faith, the suffering and resilience of the Palestinian people, and the urgency of raising awareness and support for Palestine.

Jun 14, 2023 • 11sec
New Show! Dogma Disrupted, with Imam Tom Facchine
Yaqeen is back with an all-new podcast show with Imam Tom Facchine, Dogma Disrupted. Check it out on it's own podcast channel: https://yqn.io/dogmaAvailable on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, or whoever you get your favorite podcasts.

Nov 1, 2022 • 34min
Season Finale! Experiencing Spiritual Elevation | Qur'an Convos: Tadabbur
Why do we not feel the same connection to Allah every time we recite or listen to the Qur’an? How can we improve the quality of my connection over time? What can we do to manage feelings of guilt and weakness when reading the Qur’an? In the season finale of Qur’an Convos, Sh. Suleiman Hani talks to Sh. Yasir Fahmy about reaching an elevated spiritual state when engaging with the Qur’an. Sh. Yasir is the first American Azhari to teach in the renowned Al-Azhar Mosque. He is the founder of Prophetic Living and he serves as an Advisor on Yaqeen's Editorial Review Board.🎧 Check out our other podcast channels! ▶️ DoubleTake: https://yqn.io/doubleTake▶️ Sincerely Yours: https://yqn.io/sincerely-yours-podcast▶️ The Firsts: https://yqn.io/the-firsts-podcast▶️ Yaqeen's Popular Series: https://yqn.io/yaqeenpodcast📨 Share your feedback! https://yqn.io/podcastfeedback👍🏻 Don't forget to follow us on Instagram: @yaqeenpodcast

Oct 25, 2022 • 50min
Ep 7 - Feeling Moved by the Qur’an | Qur'an Convos: Tadabbur
Why are some people moved to tears when they read or hear the Qur’an while others have no reaction at all? How should we feel when we hear verses about the afterlife? What should we do when we don’t feel motivated to read or reflect on Allah’s words? In this episode, Sh. Suleiman Hani talks to Dr. Tesneem Alkiek and Dr. Nazir Khan about feeling emotionally moved by the Qur’an. Dr. Tesneem is the Director of Expanded Learning and the Director of Content Strategy at Yaqeen. Dr. Nazir is the President of Yaqeen Canada.📨 Share your feedback! https://yqn.io/podcastfeedback👍🏻 Don't forget to follow us on Instagram: @yaqeenpodcast

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Oct 18, 2022 • 47min
Ep 6 - Take the Quran Personally | Qur'an Convos: Tadabbur
How can we make the Qur’an’s stories feel more relatable to our lives? What can we do to always feel like the Qur’an is speaking to us personally? If the Qur’an is meant for everyone, how can we nurture a personal relationship with it? In this episode, Sh. Suleiman Hani talks to Dr. Jinan Yousef and Dr. Osman Umarji about how to feel like the Qur’an is speaking to you directly. Dr. Jinan is a Senior Fellow at Yaqeen and the author of the recently published book, “Reflecting on the Names of Allah.” Dr. Osman is the Director of Survey Research and Evaluation at Yaqeen, as well as an Associate Editor for the Editorial Review Board.📨 Share your feedback! https://yqn.io/podcastfeedback👍🏻 Don't forget to follow us on Instagram: @yaqeenpodcast

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Oct 3, 2022 • 53min
Ep 4 - Learning to Understand the Qur'an | Qur'an Convos: Tadabbur
What is the difference between reflecting on the Qur’an and understanding its meanings? How can a holistic approach to its meanings be maintained? How can scholarly interpretation of the Qur’an be made more accessible? In this episode, Sh. Suleiman Hani talks to Sh. Osamah Salhia and Ustadha Faatimah Knight about understanding the meanings of the Qur’an. Sh. Osamah is the Imam of the Islamic Center of Passaic County - Clifton Campus. Ustadha Faatimah is a research fellow at Yaqeen and the Community Editor for Renovatio, the Journal of Zaytuna College.📨 Share your feedback! https://yqn.io/podcastfeedback👍🏻 Don't forget to follow us on Instagram: @yaqeenpodcast


