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Creation can be a veil between us and God, and intentional seclusion helps us have sincerity in worship. In this episode: • How creation busies you from worship • Sincerity in seclusion • Being in good company Intro and outro music by Sidi Ibrahim Nass

One of the things that gets in the way on the spiritual path is our attachment to 'stuff'. In this episode, we will cover: • How less is more • Detaching the heart • Knowing the true nature of the Dunya Intro and outro music by Sidi Ibrahim Nass

On the spiritual path, sins are shackles that prevent us from moving forward. In this episode, we will cover: • The shackles of sins • True repentance • Never giving up Intro and outro music by Sidi Ibrahim Nass

The first obstacle on the spiritual path is gaining the knowledge necessary to fulfill God's commands, in order to move forward. In this episode, we will cover: • Knowledge & worship • What kind of knowledge? • The fruits of knowledge Resources: • Being Muslim: A Practical Guide by Asad Tarsin - http://www.beingmuslim.org • Absolute Essentials of Islam (Shafi'i): http://seekershub.org/home/courses...

If you are able––by God's enabling grace––to overcome these seven obstacles, you will taste the sweetness of nearness. In this episode, we will cover: • The 7 obstacles on the spiritual path • The Glorious Result Intro and outro music by Sidi Ibrahim Nass

The beginning of the spiritual path is caused by a heavenly urge which is cast into the heart. In this episode, we will cover: • Imam al-Ghazali's intro to 'The Path of Worshipful Servants' • How worship is the currency of our dealings with Allah ﷻ • The question of meaning Intro and outro music by Sidi Ibrahim Nass

Now that Ramadan is over, how do you continue to progress spiritually? In this episode, we will cover: • Fasting Virtuous Days • Keeping the momentum • Advice for the path Intro & outro music by Nader Khan (www.naderkhan.com)

Eid is a time of eating, drinking, and showing love to one another as part of our spiritual community. In this episode, we will cover: • Enjoying Eid • Being with loved ones • The real Eid Intro & outro music by Nader Khan (www.naderkhan.com)

Giving life to Eid gives life to your heart on the day when only a sound heart avails you. In this episode: • Spiritual celebration • Having a living heart • Beautiful glorification Additional resource: • Takbiraat of Eid: https://soundcloud.com/omar_mm/takbiraat-of-eid Intro & outro music by Nader Khan (www.naderkhan.com)

Your fast is suspended between the heavens and earth, and what makes it ascend is zakat ul-fitr. In this episode, we will cover: • The obligation of zakat ul-fitr • When to give it • Accepting Ramadan Additional resource: • The Fiqh of Eid al-Fitr: https://seekersguidance.org/answers/general-counsel/fiqh-eid-al-fitr-eid-al-adha/ Intro & outro music by Nader Khan (www.naderkhan.com)

How will you say farewell to Ramadan? In this episode, we will cover: • Seeking forgiveness • Not underestimating the end of Ramadan • Being granted freedom Intro & outro music by Nader Khan (www.naderkhan.com)

In each night of Ramadan, God frees 60,000 people from the Fire. On the last night of Ramadan, He frees the same number as He did throughout the month of Ramadan. Don't you want to be included in that? In this episode: • Seeking forgiveness • Not underestimating the end of Ramadan • Being granted freedom Intro & outro music by Nader Khan (www.naderkhan.com)

One of the greatest acts of mercy and clemency in human history was the Prophet's Conquest of Mecca, which occurred in Ramadan. In this episode, we will cover: • The Conquest of Mecca • Mercy trumps revenge • Guiding people to God Intro & outro music by Nader Khan (www.naderkhan.com)

Within Ramadan, there is a night worth more than 1,000 months––blessed are those who seek it! In this episode: • When is Laylat ul-Qadr • What to ask for on this night • The Ultimate Treasure Intro & outro music by Nader Khan (www.naderkhan.com)

As Ramadan draws closer to its end, take time to focus exclusively on Allah. In this episode, we will cover: • The purpose of spiritual seclusion • The rewards of spiritual seclusion • Increasing in good deeds towards the end Additional resource: • Spiritual Retreat (itikaf): http://seekershub.org/ans-blog/2009/08/14/the-spiritual-retreat-itikaf/ Intro & outro music by Nader Khan (www.naderkhan.co...

As the end of Ramadan approaches, now is the time to finish strong. In this episode, we will cover: • Whoever strives, tastes • The description of the Prophet ﷺ in the last ten • Seeking Laylat ul-Qadr Give SoulFood merch as a Eid gift! https://soulfoodfm.shop Intro & outro music by Nader Khan (www.naderkhan.com)

As we approach the last third of Ramadan approaches, it is time to check in and to take your spiritual pulse. In this episode, we will cover: • Importance of reflection • Healthy regret • Finishing strong Intro & outro music by Nader Khan (www.naderkhan.com)

How giving has your heart become this Ramadan? In this episode, we will cover: • The description of the Prophet in Ramadan • Seeking refuge from miserliness • Relationship between courage and generosity. Intro & outro music by Nader Khan (www.naderkhan.com)

"If My servants ask you about Me, I am near. I respond to those who call Me, so let them respond to Me, and believe in Me, so that they may be guided." [Quran 2.186] In this episode, we will cover: • God’s mercy • The power of dua • Responding to the call SoulFood is a project of the Muslim Chaplaincy of Toronto. Please support the programs and services of the Muslim Chaplaincy by becoming a month...

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 & outro music by Nader Khan (www.naderkhan.com)

Backbiting is spiritual cannibalism and one of the most dangerous ways to nullify the reward for fasting. In this episode, we will cover: • The dangers of backbiting • The virtues of silence • Only mentioning what is good Intro & outro music by Nader Khan (www.naderkhan.com)

The Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) said, "The people of the Quran are the people of God and His most chosen." So ask yourself, what level of recitation do you have? In this episode, we will cover: • The reward for recitation • The levels of recitation • Commitment to the Quran Intro & outro music by Nader Khan (www.naderkhan.com)

Don't jeopardize the benefit of your fast by giving in to anger. In this episode: • How fasting can affect anger • Controlling your tongue when angry • Constraining the nafs Intro & outro music by Nader Khan (www.naderkhan.com)

All blessed acts of worship are combined in the month of Ramadan, and one of the greatest acts of worship to perform in Ramadan is the Umrah (lesser Pilgrimage). In this episode, we will cover: • The reward of Umrah in Ramadan • The Companions' love for the Prophet ﷺ • Love is the spirit of worship Intro & outro music by Nader Khan (www.naderkhan.com)

Out of God's mercy, He ﷻ gave us a way to make up for violating the fast. In this episode: • The way to expiate a fast when it is violated. • Holding ourselves to a higher standard • Being merciful towards others Additional Resource: • Paying the expiation by feeding poor people: https://islamic-relief.org/ramadan/fidya/ Intro & outro music by Nader Khan (www.naderkhan.com)