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"Know that Allah the Exalted is looking at your inner-secrets and thoughts." In this episode, we will cover: • Muraqaba • Always seeking Allah's help • The 'distance' between you and Allah

The Prophet ﷺ said, “The grave is either a garden from the gardens of Paradise, or a pit from the pits of Fire.” In this episode, we will cover: • A Garden or a Pit • The two outcomes • Attaining certainty Additional Resource: • Prophetic Duʿa after 2nd Tashhahud: اللهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ عَذَابِ جَهَنَّمَ، وَمِنْ عَذَابِ الْقَبْرِ، وَمِنْ فِتْنَةِ الْمَحْيَا وَالْمَمَاتِ، وَمِنْ شَرِّ فِ...

“Truly, the heart is like a mirror—if you polish it, then it reflects; but if you let it remain opaque, it stays that way and becomes blind.” In this episode, we will cover: • The heart is the mirror • The 5 states of the mirror • Seeing the signs

"You must abandon [love of] the world, for it is the cause of every mistake." In this episode, we will cover: • Inward & outward worldliness • One love • The world serves the righteous

“Know, may Allah grant us and you the tawfiq granted to the righteous: you must engage in obedience, for it is the basis of salvation, and by it one attains success in the Gardens of Paradise." In this episode, we will cover: • The basis of salvation • Cutting hopes short • Limping towards Allah

All of creation is an indication of the beauty, majesty, and perfection of the Creator—but how do we witness that? In this episode, we will cover: • Witnessing Allah • The greatest pleasure • Enabling grace (Tawfiq)

In this season of SoulFood, we'll be studying a book by Shaykh Abu Bakr Bin Salim titled, 'The Key to Inner-Secrets.' In this episode, we will cover: • The life of Shaykh Abu Bakr Bin Salim • His character and immense generosity • A few of his sayings Recommended Duʿa: اللهمَّ إني أسألكَ العلمَ اللَّدُنِّي والْـمَشربَ الْصَافي الـهَنِي، يا وَهّابُ يا غَنِي. Allāhumma innī as’aluka al-‘ilm al-ladun...

In commemoration of the Isra' & Mi'raj, we're re-releasing the episode on the Prophet's wondrous journey ﷺ ——— Part 2 of the Night Journey & Heavenly Ascent After the Night Journey to Jerusalem, the Prophet ﷺ begins his ascent through the seven levels of Paradise to the Lote Tree––and then is given a vision of his Lord the Blessed and Exalted. In this episode, we cover: • The Seven Heavens • The L...

You need to have a good opinion of God to successfully traverse the spiritual path. In this episode, we will cover: • Provisions for the Hereafter • Sincere repentance • Having a good opinion of God Intro and outro music by Firqa al-Masarra

Knowing how to deal with various types of people helps you navigate relationships with wisdom. In this episode, we will cover: • Responding to different people • The affinity of the souls • The wisdom of Jesus ﷺ Intro and outro music by Firqa al-Masarra

You should be discerning about what you share with others, because this limits envy and harm. In this episode, we will cover: • Maintaining privacy • Knowing that every blessing is envied • Seeking protection from envy Additional resource: حَسْبِيَ اللهُ لا إِلَـهَ إِلاَّ هُوَ عَلَيْهِ تَوَكَّلْتُ وَهُوَ رَبُّ الْعَرْشِ الْعَظِيمِ • Transliteration: Hasbī Allahu lā ilāha illā Huwa, ‘alayhi tawakal...

Avoid gatherings which contain argumentation, backbiting, and accusation. Being cautious is always a means to safety. In this episode, we will cover: • Avoiding bad company • Being tested by people with bad character • Feigning ignorance Intro and outro music by Firqa al-Masarra

The Companions would rush to give someone good news because of the great reward of bringing happiness to another believer. In this episode, we will cover: • The danger of breaking someone's heart • Rushing to share good news • The reward for making a believer happy Intro and outro music by Firqa al-Masarra

On the spiritual path, when developing good character and wisdom, everything needs to be put in its proper place. In this episode, we will cover: • Being firm with people • Never hating others • Striking a balance Intro and outro music by Firqa al-Masarra

Praising one's peers is a sign of a strong intellect and sound religious practice. In this episode, we will cover: • Speaking of other's virtues • Covering people's flaws • Never having an evil opinion Intro and outro music by Firqa al-Masarra

Listening is a part of the spiritual path because it forces your nafs to be humble by giving consideration to others. In this episode, we will cover: • Active listening • Listening in group settings • The way the Prophet ﷺ listened to others Intro and outro music by Firqa al-Masarra

The result of true knowledge is that it translates into beautiful Prophetic manners. In this episode, we will cover: • Good manners and knowledge • The virtue of good character • A list of important etiquettes Additional Resource: • Islamic Manners by Sh. Abdul-Fattah Abu Ghudda: https://www.meccabooks.com/795-islamic-manners-9780953758272.html?search_query=islamic+manners&results=820 Intro and ou...

After acquiring sacred knowledge, you must act upon that knowledge by turning it into worship, devotion, and remembrance. In this episode, we will cover: • Acting upon knowledge • A list of important acts of devotion • Being a person of Dhikr Intro and outro music by Firqa al-Masarra

A Shaykh is a person of realization, knowledge, wisdom, radiant inner-sight, and beautiful character inwardly and outwardly. In this episode, we will cover: • The definition of a Shaykh • Being connected to the Prophet ﷺ • Having good manners Intro and outro music by Firqa al-Masarra

Seeking knowledge illuminates the inner sight, gives life to the soul, and successfully takes you into the Hereafter. In this episode, we will cover: • The virtue of seeking knowledge • The special sustenance for the seeker • What to study Additional resource: • https://seekersguidance.org/course-catalog/ Intro and outro music by Firqa al-Masarra

Silence helps us become more reflective and allows us to gain knowledge and wisdom. In this episode, we will cover: • How silence is safety • The harvest of the tongues • Minding your own business Intro and outro music by Firqa al-Masarra

Lying only makes a person lose honor with God and with His creation. In this episode, we will cover: • The harms of lying • Never to lie, even when joking • Caution against quoting liars Intro and outro music by Firqa al-Masarra

This episode was previously released in Season 4, but in commemoration of the Battle of Badr, we are releasing it as a special replay episode. ••• One of the greatest events in the history of the early community of believers was the Battle of Badr, which occurred in Ramadan. In this episode, we will cover: • The significance of history • The Great Battle of Badr • A blessed night Intro and outro m...

You must rid your heart of ostentation, arrogance, and envy. These are the core diseases of the spiritual heart. In this episode, we will cover: • Diseases of the heart • Ostentation and its cure • Arrogance and its cure • Envy and its cure Intro and outro music by Firqa al-Masarra

If news reaches you about someone that detracts from you, do not rush to retaliate against them without first verifying. In this episode, we will cover: • How to respond to backbiting and slander • Conveying only that which beautifies • Deliberation is from God Intro and outro music by Firqa al-Masarra