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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Jan 6, 2021 • 10min
Ep 6 - The Armor of Piety | Guidebook to God
What exactly is taqwa, God-consciousness, and how do we attain it? Today’s content is all about this beautiful quality.
Jan 5, 2021 • 10min
Ep 5 - Is it enough to only be from the righteous? | Guidebook to God
It’s not enough to just secure our own faith. In order to attain the heights of righteousness, we must also care about the faith of others. Check out today's content to see how we can reach higher levels of faith by examining our interactions with others.
Jan 4, 2021 • 9min
Ep 4 - We Hear and We Obey | Guidebook to God
Once we have certainty in our faith, there are certain ideals a believer should hold, one of them is following the companions’ instinct of “we hear and we obey” upon hearing the commandments of Allah. What does that look like?
Jan 3, 2021 • 11min
Ep 3 - When there is a Doubt, Ask | Guidebook to God
Last episode, we learned about the importance of seeking knowledge to increase faith. However, there is a difference between attaining knowledge and being certain of our knowledge.
Jan 2, 2021 • 10min
Ep 2 - The Obligation of Seeking Knowledge | Guidebook to God
What is the status of those who seek knowledge? Why is seeking knowledge an important aspect of faith?
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Jan 1, 2021 • 10min
Ep 1 - The Beauty of Faith | Guidebook to God
Many of us wish to increase our iman, our faith, and become better believers. Iman is something that begins in our hearts, but what exactly is it? How is it different from islam and ihsan? Today’s content is all about these three beautiful components of faith.
Dec 31, 2020 • 32sec
Guidebook to God, A New Series Starting Jan 1st!
We’re all striving to be better people and better Muslims, but sometimes the road to righteousness can be intimidating. We can leave the confusion behind by focusing our journey of spiritual development on the concepts and practices that are most beloved to God.This series is a guide to building on our preexisting piety by learning about and incorporating the best of deeds and conduct, as described in the Qur’an and Sunnah, into all aspects of our lives.Sign up to receive new episodes each week, along with daily guidebook checklists to help you stay on track on your journey to good. http://bit.ly/3rDRZTx
Dec 20, 2020 • 14min
Ep 6 - Islamic Psychology in the 21st Century | Holistic Healing
Whereas learning about the history of mental health in the Islamic world is important, it is equally important to understand how this can serve our community today. As international efforts attempt to encroach on Islamic achievements, it is vital that Muslims recognize the steps that need to be taken towards continuing and reviving that legacy. Dr. Rania Awaad describes what efforts need to be done to address mental health needs in Islamic society.This series was brought to you in collaboration with the Stanford Muslim Mental Health Lab.
Dec 18, 2020 • 9min
Ep 5 - How Classical Muslim Scholars Treated the Mind, Body, and Soul | Holistic Healing
In the previous episode of this series, we discussed the way Muslim scholars examined mental health illnesses. In this video, Dr. Raniaa Awaad delves into the treatment options these scholars employed. This helps us understand that mental health conditions are multifactorial and we must analyze and examine all contributing factors.This series was brought to you in collaboration with the Stanford Muslim Mental Health Lab.
Dec 17, 2020 • 12min
Ep 4 - How Muslim Scholars Understood Mental Illness a Thousand Years Ago | Holistic Healing
Has anyone ever uttered these words to you, “A Muslim is not afflicted with depression?” If so, you are not alone. However, this phrase actually contradicts the teachings of our beloved Prophet ﷺ. It’s important to truly understand the factors that influence mental health illnesses in order to begin healing. In this episode, Dr. Rania Awaad discusses how early Muslim scholars understood the complexities of such illnesses. This series was brought to you in collaboration with the Stanford Muslim Mental Health Lab.
