The Firsts
Yaqeen Institute
The Firsts: The Forerunners of Islam is the series that visits trailblazers of the ummah. Those that rise to the occasion, and inspire a generation. Host Sh. Dr. Omar Suleiman dives into the stories of the giants who were the first of their kind in this world, and distinguished in the next. Listen in to revive the personalities buried in history.Let’s meet the Firsts. This series is brought to you by Yaqeen Institute for Islamic Research. 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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Mar 7, 2023 • 1h 16min
Aisha bint Abu Bakr (ra) Part 4: Legacy and Life after Rasulallah ﷺ
The series finale on the remarkable legacy and life of Aisha (ra). What was her life like after the death of the beloved Prophet ﷺ, and what were her unique distinctions that live on until today.
Feb 17, 2023 • 1h 24min
Aisha bint Abu Bakr (ra) Part 3: Slander and Death of the Prophet
Our mother was known for how beloved she was to the Prophet ﷺ which made her an easy target of the hypocrites. In her defense, Allah revealed verses of the Quran in the wake of the great slander known as hadithatul ifk. And in her lap, the Messenger ﷺ would breathe his last breath.
Feb 9, 2023 • 1h 9min
Aisha bint Abu Bakr (ra) Part 2: The Love Story
The love the Prophet ﷺ had for her was unparalleled, and the lessons learned from their marriage serve as a timeless guide for every husband and wife. In this lecture, we focus on the marriage dynamics and position of our mother Aisha (ra) with our beloved Prophet ﷺ.
Feb 3, 2023 • 1h 15min
Aisha Bint Abu Bakr (ra) Part 1: The Early Years of Sacrifice
Growing up in a house of sacrifice, she was destined for a life of greatness. In this lecture, we cover her childhood up until her wedding when she would move into the most significant house in Madinah with our Beloved Prophet ﷺ.
Jan 24, 2023 • 47min
Kulthum ibn al-Hadm (ra) & Sa'ad ibn Khaythamah (ra): The Hosts of Masjid Quba
Allah praised them in the Quran for their piety and love to be purified. Each one of them had an incredibly beautiful story of sacrifice that was oft-repeated amongst the Companions.
Jan 17, 2023 • 1h 9min
Jabir ibn Abdullah (ra): The Orphan With 7 Sisters
His father was of the first to embrace Islam, and he was the last companion to die in Madinah. He was left early on to care for many sisters, yet ended up being one of the caretakers of this Ummah.
Dec 20, 2022 • 9min
Hanzala Ibn Abi Amr (ra) and Jameela (ra): When Angels Bathe You
They were the children of hypocrites who got married the night before Uhud. What followed was a miracle unique to Hanzala (ra), and a child who lived his father’s legacy.
Dec 19, 2022 • 10min
Abdullah ibn Abdullah ibn Ubayy (ra): The son of the Chief Hypocrite
While his father undermined the Prophet (Saw) at every juncture, he served alongside the Prophet (saw) in his most difficult moments. He was the opposite of his father, and opposed him when he hurt the Prophet (saw).
Dec 6, 2022 • 18min
Amr ibn Al Jamuh (ra): No Limping in Jannah
He was the chief of his tribe, and a devoted idol worshipper. But when he embraced Islam, he would stop at nothing to get to Jannah even though he had a disability.
Nov 29, 2022 • 20min
Asma Bint Yazid (ra): The Orator of the Women
A look at the unique characteristics of the Asma’s of Madinah, with emphasis on Asma bint Yazid. They refused to be left out of any reward, and expressed the desire to be by the side of the Prophet (saw) in every situation.
