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In these lessons, Sh. Yahya Rhodus teaches from Imam ʿAbd-Allah al-Haddad's 'Knowledge & Wisdom' at Al-Maqasid. Imam al-Haddad, the great reviver of the twelfth Hijri century, said that each chapter of this book could be a book in and of itself. We ask Allah ﷻ that He makes us people of knowledge, devotion, and service.

In this reminder, Sh. Yahya Rhodus continues commenting on the prophetic invocations for protection—specifically, "I seek refuge in the complete words of Allah from the evil of what He has created." These prophetic invocations were read daily by the Messenger of Allah ﷺ and as we face these uncertain times, they are pillars of support for the believer. Arabic Duʿa: أعوذُ بِكَلِمَاتِ اللهِ التَّامّ...

In this brief reminder, Sh. Yahya Rhodus talks about the relationship between Prophet Yunus and the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon them both). He also comments on the following passage from the Quran, "And when the Man of the Whale stormed off [from his city] in a rage, thinking We would not restrain him. Then he cried out in the darkness, “There is no god except You. Glory be to Yo...

This brief reminder focuses on a few lessons from the Prophet Muhammad's blessed Night Journey and Ascension. The Isra' and Mi'raj helps increase us in reverence, love, and devotion. For more on Al-Maqasid's programs, please visit www.almaqasid.org

In response to the fear and concern brought about by the recent spread of the Covid-19 virus, Sh. Yahya Rhodus reminds us of the importance of seeking protection with Allah's Name. In this important and timely reminder, Sh. Yahya comments on the following prophetic duʿa (supplication) and encourages everyone to recite it daily: بِسْمِ اللهِ الَّذِي لَا يَضُرُّ مَعَ اسْمِهِ شَيْءٌ فِي الْأَرْضِ وَل...

In these lessons at Al-Maqasid, Sh. Yahya Rhodus covers a classical book on Futuwwa (Spiritual Chivalry) by Imam al-Sulami. Each lesson focuses on a particular trait and its relation to the spiritual path. In this lesson, Sh. Yahya focuses on Imam al-Sulami's principle that states, "It is from spiritual chivalry to maintain old relationships." For more information on Al-Maqasid, please visit us at...

This Khutba, delivered by Sh. Yahya Rhodus at Al-Maqasid, focuses on the believer's relationship with Ayat al-Kursi, the Verse of the Throne.

As the sacred month of Rajab approaches, a believer uses this time to prepare for the month of Ramadan. This Khutba focuses on taking advantage of the month of Rajab through turning back to Allah ﷻ through repentance. It also discusses the benefits of seeking Allah's forgiveness in this life and the next. For more on Al-Maqasid's programs, please visit www.almaqasid.org

This Khutba focuses on the centrality of love in Islam. Allah the Exalted said, “There are some who take others as Allah’s equal—they love them as they should love Allah—but the believers have even more intense love for Allah” [Quran 2:165]. If we were to taste one atom's weight of Allah's love, all of the world's pleasures combined would pale in comparison. The Khutba also touches upon the Way of...

Part of Allah's blessing for this Ummah is that He has granted, as Allah's Messenger ﷺ has informed us, renewers of this religion in each century. To this point, Imam al-Haddad stated, "Allah inspires the people of knowledge in every time with what the people of that time need." For more information on Al-Maqasid's program, please visit www.almaqasid.org

This Jumuʿa Khutba focuses on how each member of the Ummah has a responsibility to be of benefit to others, and how the greatest benefit is the blessing of guidance. But how do we do that? Five principles taken from the Quran are listed to help us begin fulfilling this responsibility with sincerity and effectiveness. For more information on Al-Maqasid's programs, please visit www.almaqasid.org

In this Khutba, Sh. Yahya Rhodus focuses on one of the five most important devotions for spiritual development: cutting back on food. In today's world, where desires are celebrated and obeyed, we need to be reminded of this profound act of devotion. Sh. Yahya also lists the ten benefits of hunger, as mentioned by Imam al-Ghazali (may Allah have mercy on him). For more information on Al-Maqasid's p...

This Khutba reminds us of the Prophetic Hadith, "Truly, actions are [judged] by their endings." [Bukhari] As we approach the end of the year, it is important for us to reflect on our state with Allah and to have resolve to change for the better. For more information on Al-Maqasid's programs, please visit www.almaqasid.org

In this Jumua Khutba, Sh. Yahya Rhodus focuses on the blessing of saying, 'Bismillāh' and the importance of always beginning things in our lives with Allah's Name. By beginning with Allah's Name, we are granted His support and we are brought near to Him. For more information on Al-Maqasid's programs, please visit www.almaqasid.org

Love is the fastest means to attain nearness to Allah ﷻ and closeness to His Messenger ﷺ. In this brief reminder, Sh. Yahya Rhodus talks about Allah's merciful gift of love, which is accessible to so many believers. He mentions in this lesson that, "All actions can be weighed in the scales, except for love––no scale can bear the weight of love." Our love of the Prophet ﷺ is also connected to our c...

In these lessons at Al-Maqasid, Sh. Yahya Rhodus covers a classical book on Futuwwa (Spiritual Chivalry) by Imam al-Sulami. Each lesson focuses on a particular trait and its relation to the spiritual path. In this lesson, Sh. Yahya Rhodus focuses on the following principle of spiritual chivalry, "It is from Futuwwa to let there be familiarity and closeness between you and other people." For more i...

This Khutba focuses on one of the central Hadith compiled by Imam al-Nawawi in his collection of forty Hadith, which teaches us how we realize the purpose of our existence through servitude to Allah, and how we attain freedom through our neediness before Him. For more information on Al-Maqasid's programs, please visit www.almaqasid.org

In these lessons, Sh. Yahya Rhodus teaches from Imam ʿAbd Allah al-Haddad's 'Knowledge & Wisdom' at Al-Maqasid. Imam al-Haddad, the great reviver of the twelfth Hijri century, said that each chapter of this book could be a book in and of itself. We ask Allah ﷻ that He makes us people of knowledge, devotion, and service.

In these lessons at Al-Maqasid, Sh. Yahya Rhodus covers a classical book on Futuwwa (Spiritual Chivalry) by Imam al-Sulami. Each lesson focuses on a particular trait and its relation to the spiritual path. For more information on Al-Maqasid, please visit us at www.almaqasid.org

In these lessons, Sh. Yahya Rhodus teaches from Imam ʿAbd Allah al-Haddad's 'Knowledge & Wisdom' at Al-Maqasid. Imam al-Haddad, the great reviver of the twelfth Hijri century, said that each chapter of this book could be a book in and of itself. We ask Allah ﷻ that He makes us people of knowledge, devotion, and service.