Yaqeen Podcast

The Prophet ﷺ told the Sahabah that abandoning 1/10th of what they were commanded would ruin them. Then he told them that a day would come when holding on to that 1/10th would be enough to save an entire generation. What changed between these two moments isn’t the religion. It’s what it cost to hold on to it. Dr. Omar Suleiman illustrates how knowledge and religion decay in the same fashion, not s...

The Prophet ﷺ gave us a chilling warning: a time is coming when knowledge will quietly vanish, leaving ignorance in its wake.  And where knowledge fades, chaos and immorality will thrive.  Are we already living in this era? Learn why protecting sacred knowledge, and the scholars who carry it, is our final line of defense. 

We've all witnessed natural disasters, but among the signs of the Day of Judgment is when these disasters intensify beyond anything we've known: winds that wipe out entire communities, fire raging across the ocean, the earth itself in rebellion. And perhaps that rebellion mirrors our own. In this episode, Dr. Omar Suleiman explores what these signs truly mean and how the Prophet ﷺ respon...

 When the world falls silent and it feels like no one truly understands the depth of your struggles, remember that your pain is never invisible to Allah.  Even when the strongest hearts feel vulnerable and words fail to explain what you are going through, Allah sees every hidden tear and knows exactly what you have endured.  This moving khutbah serves as a comforting reminder that when human empat...

In Islam, a good ending is not because of chance.  Rather, it is pursued with intention and striving. While "luck" may seem to decide the final moment of a game, our lives operate on an entirely different principle. Allah has given us the means to shape how we live and how we leave this world.  This khutbah explores what it means to strive for a good ending and why that pursuit is one of...

The Prophet ﷺ leaned in and whispered heavy words into the ear of Uthman (ra).  He ﷺ warned of a coming tide of tribulations that would peak after his passing, leaving his Companions with a single, important command: "Stick to the trustworthy ones." He ﷺ cautioned that true safety in these times would belong only to those spared from three world-altering trials. Learn about these and man...

You’ve been Muslim your whole life and yet you still feel like a stranger to your religion. You’re not alone, and you’re not the first. In this khutbah, Dr. Omar Suleiman addresses one of the most common and least talked about struggles in the Muslim community. The feeling that your faith has always been there, but never truly felt like yours.  Du’a mentioned by Dr. Omar Suleiman:  اللَّهُمَّ إِنِ...

What can a single ant teach us about how to live?  In Surah an-Naml, the Quran captures an exchange between Prophet Sulayman (peace be upon him) and an ant warning its colony of approaching danger, a moment Allah chose to preserve for all generations. Sh. Mohammad Elshinawy shares lessons from the surah on mercy that extends beyond those who look like us, the responsibility to contribute rather th...

One day, death itself will die. There will be a moment when death is slaughtered between Paradise and Hellfire, and eternity finally begins. Temporary choices will become permanent realities. This conversation wrestles with difficult but necessary questions about divine justice, mercy, and accountability. What happens when heedlessness hardens the heart? How can you seek Allah’s mercy before the d...

From the events of 9/11 to San Diego: this past Monday, three Muslim men stood between two armed gunmen and the lives of 140 children. Sh. Mohammad Elshinawy delivers this khutbah the Friday after. He reflects on the brevity of life, the honor of these three men, and the Islamophobia that has been building since 9/11.  He calls on the Muslim communities in America to respond not just with grief, b...

Why are the first 10 days of Dhul Hijjah considered the best days of the entire year?  In this Khutbah, Dr. Omar Suleiman discusses the spiritual rewards of this sacred month and shares the essential deeds we should all strive to perform. Whether you are seeking to renew your faith, increase your rewards, or make the most of these blessed days, this reminder provides a practical roadmap for your w...

 First all the Prophets (as) go. Then the Companions (ra). Then slowly, the righteous and good-hearted people start to dwindle until only corrupt people are left. These are signs of The Hour.  Yet even after the Prophet ﷺ passed, something of his legacy endures in our world today. What remains of Prophethood? Find out in Episode 5 of Signs of the Hour. 

There is no one who is not worth saving.  Look at the incredible journey of a Companion who went from hurting Muslims to becoming one of the most influential figures in Islamic history.  This powerful story is a reminder that Allah can turn over any heart and guide whomever He wills. Before we are quick to "cancel" others, we must remember the boundless mercy and transformative power of...

How can you protect yourself from the Dajjal, and the era of dajalah (deception) that comes before him?  The Prophet ﷺ gave us guidance for our protection from these trials, including multiple du’as and 20 verses from Surah al-Kahf — and he taught us to make sure that we don’t become agents of deception today.  

 In the heart of Medina, a young boy named Ibn Sayyad began exhibiting behaviors that defied explanation. He claimed to see visions of a throne over the water and possessed knowledge he shouldn't have known.  The rumors spread like wildfire: could this be the Dajjal, the False Messiah? Even the Prophet ﷺ took notice, leading to a series of confrontations that left the Sahabah in awe and confu...

Many of us know about Khadijah (RA), but do we really know what made her exceptional? Even after her death, the Prophet ﷺ spoke of her constantly, sent meat to her old friends, and grew emotional at the sound of her sister’s voice. Listen to the khutbah by Sh. Mohammad Elshinawy to gain a new perspective on the Prophet (SAWS) and his relationship with Khadijah (RA).

How many minor signs of the Day of Judgment are still left? The answer might scare you.  History is full of people who saw the signs with their own eyes and still turned away.  Watch Signs of the Hour Episode 2 to understand the difference between the major and minor signs, why the minor signs actually demand more from you, and how to respond in a way that moves you forward.

What happens when the world tries to define you and the definition is wrong? In this jummuah khutbah, Dr. Omar Suleiman explores Muslim identity in America and how Islam gives us the tools to reclaim our dignity when labels are used as weapons. Whether you've been called a terrorist for wearing hijab, an antisemite for supporting Palestine, or simply made to feel like an outsider, Islam has a...

How much time do we have left? In this new series on the signs of the Day of Judgement, Dr. Omar Suleiman addresses one of the most pressing questions of our time: are we in the end times?  In this first episode, he examines the Prophet's ﷺ response when others would ask him about the Hour. The Prophet ﷺ informed us that recognizing the signs is about preparing for the day when repentance is...

When was the last time you actually showed up for Allah? Allah says in Surah Al-Ahqaf: "We accept from them the best of what they did." Not the most. Not the longest. The best. Ihsan is excellence in action and showing up for Allah the way He deserves, with your full heart, not whatever energy survived the day. And khushu in salah isn't a gift some people are born with. It's so...

Allah controls what you’re allowed to see. And sometimes, He lets the wicked see exactly what they want to. This Easter, the world is reflecting on the story of Jesus. The Quran tells us directly: “They did not kill him, nor did they crucify him, but it was made to appear so to them.” (Surah An-Nisa, Verse 157). Allah didn’t just protect Isa (Jesus). He constructed an illusion. And they fell for i...

When life feels unbearable, remember this: Allah never places a burden on any soul greater than it can bear. Faith isn't only for the easy seasons of life. True worship means turning to Allah in your darkest moments and your brightest ones. In this khutbah, Dr. Omar Suleiman explores why Allah tests those He loves, how to maintain strong faith when you're at your breaking point, and prac...

What are you keeping your angels busy with? What are they building for you in Jannah, brick by brick, with the dhikr that you make every day? And how does dhikr give you the strength and courage in this life to do the right thing?  Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Yaser Birjas continue to discuss gems on the benefits of dhikr (remembrance of Allah) that are outlined by Ibn al-Qayyim (rh) in his book Al-W...

“How can you neglect to remember the One Who never neglects to remember you?”  Never discourage the dhikr of Allah for yourself or others, for that is a way of showing enmity to Allah and depriving yourself of the great reward of even just being present in the gatherings of remembrance.

What is ma’iyyah (with-ness) of Allah, and how do you gain it? And how can we avoid the pitfalls of our dhikr becoming mere lip service, a pursuit of spiritual ecstasy, or something that feels like a cheat code?  Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Yaser Birjas continue to discuss gems on the benefits of dhikr (remembrance of Allah) that are outlined by Ibn al-Qayyim (rh) in his book Al-Wabil al-Sayyib min...