Nouman Ali Khan: Bayyinah Podcast

This episode is a chronological journey through Tafsir works, highlighting such early exegetes as al-Tabari and the studies written around them. Ustadh Nouman and Dr Sohaib discuss some of the historical trends and the intersection of Tafsir and other Islamic sciences such as Theology. We learn also about the tradition of constructive debate that has existed up to the modern period, which is addre...

This episode addresses some topics widely misunderstood and debated, including how the “Seven Ahruf” at the time of the Prophet ﷺ led to the emergence and codification of the Canonical Readings (Qira’at). This is connected to the classical study of the Masahif of the Muslim regions. Ustadh Nouman and Dr Sohaib also delve into the genre of I’rab al-Qur’an, with special attention to an underrated Az...

In this episode, Ustadh Nouman and Dr Sohaib discuss the various sciences of the Arabic language, including nahw, sarf and balaghah. We learn about important Quranic dictionaries and go on to discuss translations of the Quran and of various commentaries into English.------------------------------📚 Start your Quran journey at https://www.bayyinahtv.com🎁 Over 50,000 students are waiting for a gift...

This episode touches on works published in the English language, largely by non-Muslim academics, and the academic journals for Quranic Studies in the Western academy. Ustadh Nouman and Dr Sohaib also discuss the classical category of “Isra’iliyyat” (Judeo-Christian narrations) and how debates over their use are being reassessed in the present day. This includes an extended reflection on the futur...

In this episode, Ustadh Nouman and Dr Sohaib enter the modern period in the history of Tafsir, discussing some of the significant trends and writers, including the coherence school of al-Farahi, the intraquranic approach of al-Shinqiti, and the crowning achievement of 20th century exegesis, the Tafsir of Ibn ‘Ashur.------------------------------📚 Start your Quran journey at https://www.bayyinahtv...

Dr. Sohaib Saeed and Ustadh Nouman are right back at it in this 4th instalment of this Quranic Library series. This episode begins by discussing thematic exegesis (al-tafsir al-mawdu'i) and examples of works on specific Quranic themes, with special emphasis on the stories of the Quran (al-qasas al-qur'ani). This is followed by a set of classical and modern books defending the Quran against various...

In the third instalment of this series, Ustadh Nouman and Dr. Sohaib discuss a range of works related to the vocabulary and grammar of the Quran, including explorations of the subtle distinctions between words, and the effect of different structures on meaning. The field of Rhetoric (balaghah) is discussed alongside the study of Inimitability (i'jaz), and we discuss some recent scholarship in the...

Episode 2 with Ustadh Nouman and Dr. Sobaib discusses the approaches of Muslim scholars to interpreting the Quran, as reflected in the genre of Usul al-Tafsir. Dr. Sohaib starts with compilations about exegetes of the past and the methods they applied. Is it fair to divide tafsir into "transmission (ma'thur)" and "opinion (ra'y)"? We also consider some of the contemporary efforts to develop Tafsir...

This brand new series features a dear friend and colleague of Ustadh Nouman's - Dr. Sohaib Saeed - founder and director of the Ibn Ashur Centre, who takes us through the treasure that is his extensive Quranic studies library. Genre by genre, from tafsir to tajweed, translations to linguistics, and multiple more sciences in between, Dr. Sohaib and Ustadh Nouman enthusiastically 'geek out' over clas...

In the fifth episode of *The Quran for Hearts & Minds: The Power of Maqamat*, Ustadh Nouman Ali Khan and Qari Ibraheem Bakeer reflect on the moment when all the pain, distance, and betrayal in the story of Yusuf عليه السلام begins to unravel (Surah Yusuf 12:94–101).Qari Ibraheem’s recitation in *Maqam Kurd & Hijaz* expresses both the quiet dignity of Yusuf and the deep relief of Yaqub عليه...

In this episode of The Quran for Hearts & Minds: The Power of Maqamat, Ustadh Nouman Ali Khan and Qari Ibraheem Bakeer take us into one of the most heartbreaking moments in the Quran, when Nuh عليه السلام calls out to his son in the middle of the storm (Hud 11:42–43).The Quran doesn’t just tell us what happened. It shows us a father, after 950 years of preaching, watching his son climb to his...

In the fourth episode of *The Quran for Hearts & Minds: The Power of Maqamat*, Ustadh Nouman Ali Khan and Qari Ibraheem Bakeer explore one of the most moving moments in Surah Yusuf (12:16–18). When Prophet Yaqub (AS) is confronted with the false story of his sons and the loss of Yusuf, his response is not anger or rejection, it is “فصبر جميل” (beautiful patience).This is more than resignation....

In the third episode of The Quran for Hearts & Minds: The Power of Maqamat, Ustadh Nouman Ali Khan and Qari Ibraheem Bakeer reflect on one of the most dramatic moments in the Quran, when Bani Isra’il are saved from Pharaoh’s tyranny, only to fall into complaint, disobedience, and forgetfulness (Surah Al-Baqarah 2:49–57).Qari Ibraheem’s recitation in Maqam Kurd captures the emotional tension of...

In the first episode of The Quran for Hearts & Minds: The Power of Maqamat, Ustadh Nouman Ali Khan and Qari Ibraheem Bakeer uncover what makes the Quran reach the heart before it even reaches the intellect. The Quran was revealed not just to be read but to be heard, felt, and carried deep within the soul. When recited with Maqamat (emotive melodic patterns passed down through generations) its...

Watch the full reflection now of Surah Al-Mursalat on Bayyinah TV: byna.tv/106.In this snippet of a Deeper Look of Surah Al-Mursalat, Ustadh Nouman Ali Khan explores the meaning of dhikr in a way most of us have never considered. What if remembrance of Allah wasn’t just about repetition, but about something that pierces through, like steel cutting through distraction, or wind that reshapes the ear...

Watch the full reflection now of Surah Al-Mursalat on Bayyinah TV: byna.tv/106.In this snippet of a Deeper Look of Surah Al-Mursalat, Ustadh Nouman Ali Khan explores the gripping opening of Surah Al-Mursalat. He begins with the image of stars we see in the sky, lights from the past, long gone by the time they reach us, drawing a powerful parallel to the unseen but certain events of Judgment Day. T...

Watch the full Deeper Look of Surah Al-Mursalat exclusively on Bayyinah TV: [byna.tv/106](http://byna.tv/106).In this short snippet, Ustadh Nouman Ali Khan reflects on Allah’s words {أَلَمْ نَخْلُقكُّم مِّن مَّاءٍ مَّهِينٍ} (77:20), “*Did We not create you from weak water?”* The Quran confronts the arrogance of the Quraysh and all of us, by reminding us of our true beginnings. No matter how wealth...

Watch the full reflection now of Surah Al-Mursalat on Bayyinah TV: https://byna.tv/106.In this snippet of a Deeper Look of Surah Al-Mursalat, Ustadh Nouman Ali Khan unpacks the layered imagery described in the opening of the surah. What begins with a reference to winds quickly expands into a powerful scene of divine control, through winds, angels and even horses. Drawing on the Arab’s deep connect...

This clip is just a glimpse into the ongoing Deeper Look: Surah Al-Ahzab series, watch it exclusively on Bayyinah TV: https://byna.tv/35In this short clip taken from Day 24 of our Surah Al-Ahzab Deeper Look series,, Ustadh Nouman Ali Khan unpacks verses 33:70–71, where Allah commands believers to speak straightforward words and promises to guide their actions when they do. But that kind of speech...

This clip is just a glimpse into the ongoing Deeper Look: Surah Al-Ahzab series, watch it exclusively on Bayyinah TV: https://byna.tv/35In this short clip taken from Day 23 of our Surah Al-Ahzab Deeper Look series, Ustadh Nouman Ali Khan explores the command in verse 33:70: “Speak in a way that is straightforward.” But what does that really mean? It’s not just about saying something technically tr...

This clip is just a glimpse into the ongoing Deeper Look: Surah Al-Ahzab series being taught live at our Summer Quran Seminary. Catch the full experience - live sessions and full replays - exclusively on Bayyinah TV: https://byna.tv/35In this short clip taken from Day 20 of our LIVE Surah Al-Ahzab sessions, Ustadh Nouman Ali Khan tackles an urgent and uncomfortable reality from verse 33:58: causin...

This clip is just a glimpse into the ongoing Deeper Look: Surah Al-Ahzab series being taught live at our Summer Quran Seminary. Catch the full experience - live sessions and full replays - exclusively on Bayyinah TV: https://byna.tv/35“Indeed, Allah and His angels send blessings upon the Prophet…” (33:56)In this short clip taken from Day 20 of our LIVE Surah Al-Ahzab sessions, Ustadh Nouman Ali Kh...

Taken from Day 15 of our Deeper Look of Surah Al-Ahzab with Ustadh Nouman Ali Khan, currently taking place LIVE on Bayyinah TV, this short clip explores a famous ayah of the Quran on the topic of 'dhikr' - a concept we all know, but may misunderstand. Allah says, “Remember Allah with much remembrance” (33:41). But what does that actually mean? Is it just repeating words on our tongue or is it some...

In this short clip from Surah Al-Ahzab, Ustadh Nouman Ali Khan explores one of the most emotionally intense tests the Prophet ﷺ ever faced, his marriage to Zainab (33:38–39). Allah commanded what was lawful, but the Prophet was torn by the fear of what people would say and the emotions of those closest to him. Yet this moment wasn’t just personal, it was public legislation. It set a legal preceden...

In this short clip from Surah Al-Ahzab, Ustadh Nouman Ali Khan explores a verse that is widely quoted but rarely understood in its full context:لَّقَدْ كَانَ لَكُمْ فِي رَسُولِ اللَّهِ أُسْوَةٌ حَسَنَةٌ(33:21)"You have indeed in the Messenger of Allah a beautiful model."This Ayah is often cited in lectures, celebrations and public talks about the Prophet ﷺ, but what was happening around it in the...