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The Battle of Badr was one of the most significant events in the life of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and his Companions, but what can we learn from it today? In this episode, you will learn: • Reflections on the Battle of Badr • The importance of being principled • Being upright in all that you do Intro and outro music by Nader Khan

In the vast majority of cases, argumentation only serves to inflate the ego and causes division between the hearts. In this episode, you will learn: • Harms of arguing • Importance of reconciliation • Etiquette of disagreement Intro and outro music by Nader Khan

Protecting our homes from doubtful things is one of the ways we cultivate a healthy spiritual environment in our lives. In this episode, you will learn: • How honor comes through goodness • Why staying away from doubtful things is the way of salvation • How to protect our homes from harm Intro and outro music by Nader Khan

Extending your hands to the heavens and expressing your need to God is the first response of the believer. In this episode, you will learn: • The dangers of asking people • The honor of asking Allah • Recognizing the Gift-giver Recommended Link: • The Prayer of Need: http://seekershub.org/ans-blog/2009/07/24/how-does-one-perform-the-prayer-of-need-salat-al-haja/ Intro and outro music by Nader Khan

“But eat the lawful and good things that God provides for you. Be mindful of God, in whom you believe.” (Quran 5.88) In this episode, you will learn: • The importance of carefully seeking halal food • A story of Sayyiduna Abu Bakr's scrupulousness • The imperative to be conscious with food Recommended links: • Food, Inc.: http://www.takepart.com/foodinc Intro and outro music by Nader Khan

In a polarized world, one must be especially careful from engaging in hate and contributing to any sort of harm and oppression. In this episode, you will learn: • The dangers of oppression • The man who hit his slave • A caution against bloodshed Intro and outro music by Nader Khan

Have you ever thought of shaking hands as a spiritual experience? In this episode, you will learn: • The effects of shaking hands on the heart • The Angels' descent in Ramadan • The etiquette of shaking hands Intro and outro music by Nader Khan

Looking at nature, the heavens, and the beauty around us gives birth to contemplation, which is necessary for spiritual refinement and faith. In this episode, you will learn: • How to connect your gaze to the majesty of the Creator • Contemplating nature • The importance of contemplating the state of humanity Intro and outro music by Nader Khan

Using your eyes to look at creation with mercy, compassion, and honor beautifies the heart and the world. In this episode, you will learn: • How the gaze is connected to worship • Looking at creation with mercy • The effects of looking with mercy Intro and outro music by Nader Khan

Using one's sight to look upon that which is pleasing to the Creator gives life to the spiritual insight of the heart. In this episode, you will learn: • Using your sight for spiritual insight • The effects of looking at forbidden things • How to rectify one's glances Intro and outro music by Nader Khan

Seeking sound advice opens up the heart's insight and helps with one's understanding, guidance, and growth. In this episode, you will learn: • Thankfulness to God through obedience • How to benefit from advice • The impact of advice on the community Intro and outro music by Nader Khan

What you listen to shapes your thoughts, perspectives, and choices. In this episode, you will learn: • Importance of hearing • Why you should seek to listen to good things • How you purify your heart through listening Intro and outro music by Nader Khan

Words have a profound impact on the individual, family, and society. Are we conscious of the words we speak and listen to? In this episode, you will learn: • The effect of words upon the individual and society • How foul speech affects our standing before God • The fruits of beautiful speech Intro and outro music by Nader Khan

The tongue is the translator of the heart and its words have a serious impact upon the heart. In this episode, you will learn: • Directly proportional impact between the heart and limbs • Worship’s affect on speech • Why rectifying your speech is part of faith • The tongue’s effect on the other limbs Intro and outro music by Nader Khan

Imam Ibn Ata Illah said, "Your limbs are like irrigation channels that flow to the heart." In this episode, you learn: • The place of moral accountability • The connection between the heart and limbs • How actions are based on the state of the heart Intro and outro music by Nader Khan

Your heart is the center of your being, and your limbs are connected back and have an impact on the heart. In this episode, you will learn: • The unique qualities given to the heart • The relationship between the heart and limbs • The reality of the heart Support the Muslim Chaplaincy by donating today at www.mcuoft.com/donate Intro and outro music by Nader Khan

This episode of SoulFood is different. When bad things happen in the world in the name of Islam, it brings us all down. But this episode is meant to give guidance, hope, and a better perspective on dealing with tragedies. Support the Muslim Chaplaincy at the University of Toronto today by donating at www.mcuoft.com/donate

Truthfulness of speech has profound consequences that affect all other actions, since the tongue is the translator of the heart. In this episode, you will learn: • The impact of truthful speech • What "truthfulness of actions" means • The dangers and harms of insincerity • Truthfulness in Prayer Support the wide-ranging work of the Muslim Chaplaincy today by donating at www.mcuoft.com/donate Intro...

The tongue is the interpreter of the heart. If the tongue is upright, it is a sign of the soundness of one's heart. And that is why truthfulness of speech is an integral part of a Muslim's character. In this episode, you will learn: 1. The importance of telling the truth 2. How truthfulness leads to Paradise 3. The importance of practicing what you preach 4. A story of Imam Abdul Qadir Al-Jilani S...

This year the birth of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ coincides with Christmas. That's why we wanted to record a special episode of SoulFood focusing on the story of Lady Mary (peace be upon her) and the miraculous birth of Jesus ﷺ in the Quran. In this episode, you will learn: • The Family of 'Imran • The Lady Mary ﷺ • The Birth of Jesus ﷺ • His Life and Miracles • Relationship between Prophets Jesus and...

Maintaining family ties is one of the most important duties of a believer, especially in times of individualism and selfishness. In this episode, you will learn: • The danger of severing family relations • The unique honor God gave the womb • Being good to parents • Comprehensive qualities of the Prophet ﷺ Support the programs and services of the Muslim Chaplaincy at the University of Toronto toda...

The foundation of magnanimity is to realize the underlying truth that the universe runs according to a will other than yours, by a decree other than yours, and by a plan other than yours. In this episode, you will learn: • The meaning of magnanimity • Molding our naifs inclinations • How magnanimity is related to faith • Learning to leave it in God's hands Suggested Invocation: • La ḥawla wa la qu...

One of the signs of a refined soul and beautiful character is the ability to display forbearance. In this episode, you will learn: • The definition of forbearance • True strength • The miraculous nature of forbearance • Acquiring forbearance • Being upset for the right reasons To support the programs and services of The Muslim Chaplaincy at the University of Toronto, donate today at www.mcuoft.com...

The road to Paradise is paved with difficulties and struggle. Part of the refinement of one's soul is the recognition that patience and struggle against the nafs are needed in order to achieve nearness to Allah ﷻ and success in the Hereafter. In this episode, you will learn: • The path to Paradise • Patience is struggle • Patience in obedience • Acquiring patience Show Notes: • Surah Yusuf: http:/...

Fortitude is the foundation upon which the realities of faith are built. In this episode, you will learn: • Verses on the results of fortitude • How patience is a soldier of the intellect • The three different kinds of fortitude Support the programs and services of the Muslim Chaplaincy at the University of Toronto today by donating at www.mcuoft.com/donate Intro and outro music by Nader Khan (www...