Yasir Qadhi

Shaykh Yasir Qadhi gives us an insight on the life and times of Abu Bakr al-Siddiq (RA) and how his virtues and good traits have been explicitly explained via numerous hadith on and by him. Many attributes can be imbibed and emulated from the life of this great companion like his generosity, kindness,truthfulness, loyalty to Allah and His Messenger ﷺ. A few that can be enlisted are as follows: Amr...

Shaykh Dr. Yasir Qadhi​ delves into a very uncomfortable topic in which he unabashedly deals with the most controversial allegations on Prophet Muhammad ﷺ: Fraud or Messenger of God! From time immemorial, our Prophet Muhammad SAW has been accused of numerous falsities such as- "A mad man!", a liar, deluded and possessed and even to the extent of classifying him as a deceitful sorcerer! His image a...

As we embark on an emotional ride with Shaykh Yasir Qadhi​ , we are enlightened on the details of the death of Abu Bakr RA and the appointment of 'Umar b. al-Khattab RA as the next Khalifa. This talk makes us aware of the two major battles fought against Syria ( As Sham) and Iraq which toppled entirely the oldest and magnanimous civilizations of the time - the Roman Empire and the Sassanid Empire....

Shaykh Dr. Yasir Qadhi begins the talk on why the Muslim world is lagging behind and how we must push ourselves to ponder over the reason and why is it that our young brothers and sisters are struggling. It is a common occurrence where every convert brother or sister who comes into the religion of Islam is countered with almost 10 times the number thinking of leaving Islam.same is the case with Fr...

This talk takes us through the political and military conquests of Abu Bakr Siddique RA and the reasons behind these battles which were fought for expansion of Iraq and As Sham. How did the Sahaba ensure that masses accept Islam? Shaykh Yasir Qadhi enlists for us the beautiful ways in which this was achieved. The selfless acts of encouraging the masses to accept Islam is beautifully illustrated ci...

In this mesmerizing talk, Shaykh Dr. Yasir Qadhi sheds light and elaborates on the compilation and preservation of the Qur'an by Abu Bakr As Siddiq (r). The Shaykh seeks to illustrate the effects and lessons that we imbibe from the Battle of Ridda discussed in the previous talk  - the eminent one being the conservation and preservation of the Qur'an. He also attempts to answer the pertinent questi...

In this enthralling series on Abu Bakr, Shaykh Dr. Yasir Qadhi continues his talk on the battles of Ridda. We are introduced to another false prophet- Tulayha Al Asadi who was key in the battle of the Trenches but accepted Islam later and then made huge contributions in the battles of Yarmouk and Qadisiyah. In this talk, Shaykh explores the people who regarded themselves Muslims but did not give Z...

Shaykh Yasir Qadhi delves into what comprises the correct theology in Islam. Many of us come across individuals who get into debates about different discussions on theology from an academic standpoint. But the more we try to contextualise and put historical boundaries around these advanced theologies and concepts , the more we realise that at the end of the day, the scholars were all having one co...

Is it Haram to feel attached to a Nation? What is the concept of nationalism in the view of Islam? What are the rulings on this? Is it Islamic or un-islamic? Can a middle path be adopted? When and towards whom should my loyalty be? Shaykh Yasir Qadhi extrapolates answers and gives us answers. Tribalism, nationalism and swearing of allegiances are topics that bring out a sense of conflict in our mi...

What proof is there that God exists? What do we respond to a person who questions God’s existence? What is the ruling on this from an Islamic perspective and paradigm? Wouldn’t it be nonsensical to enumerate the uncountable proofs all around us that show us the same? What is Fitrah or the spiritual DNA of a person inclined to do? There is no God but Allah (SWT). What can we take from the Qur'an an...

Shaykh Dr. Yasir Qadhi shared a platform with dignitaries at one of the imminent conventions where he was questioned about the recent death threats made against him and whether it affects his commentary on Islamic viewpoints or does it embolden him in his criticism of the ISIS.  He ponders on how elated he is that his points that are being raised against ISIS is bringing about such a difference an...

Shaykh Yasir Qadhi discusses the need of the hour and the revival of the legacy of our beloved Prophet ﷺ - building women friendly mosques and hence, empower women to also have equal rights to enter the Masaajids. The Messenger of Allah ﷺ said "Do not prevent the female servants of Allah from the Mosques of Allah." As opposed to the ancient times, when women were never allowed to enter a Masjid an...

Shaykh Dr. Yasir Qadhi speaks truth to power and stands up for the rights of the oppressed by putting a brave face against oppression and injustice.  Muslim all over the globe are victim of oppression to the maximum extent what with the plethora of innocent women, children and men being killed in attacks which is the effect of tyrannical leaders and biased politics. The ignorant media is also part...

In this interesting talk, Shaykh Dr. Yasir Qadhi directs his discussion on two fundamental aspects - issue of Fadak and the Battles of Ridda. We understand that an agreement was mutually consented on between the people of Fadak and the Prophet ﷺ for avoiding an attack and how the remuneration received was utilized by the Messenger ﷺ for the betterment of the Ummah. Also, issues pertaining to inher...

Shaykh Dr. Yasir Qadhi commences part four on the life of Abu Bakr as-Siddiq [RA} by divulging important information regarding the Khilafa of Abu Bakr [RA], who was appointed as "Khalifatu Rasulullah". Also, Shaykh shares with us the incidents of the "Army of Usama ibn Zayd" and Ali RA not giving his Bayyah (allegiance) to Abu Bakr RA and also facts about what led to reversal of this decision. A b...

In this enlightening video, Shaykh Dr. Yasir Qadhi uncovers the blessings and battles concerning the Great Sahaba and the first Caliph -  Abu Bakr As Siddiq RA. Numerous facts and Hadith come to light as we see Shaykh Yasir unravel them in a mesmerizing manner.   Some among them are Participation in every battle that the Prophet ﷺ was a part of. Comparison of Prophet Isa AS and Abu Bakr RA regardi...

Shaykh Dr. Yasir Qadhi​ lays stress on the topic of parenting children in today’s times and also shares his experiences of Muslim kids involved in drugs, pornography and pre-marital sex. We often naively neglect the environment around us in which our child is being raised. But with all the exposure to indecency, it is no longer time to be politically correct and hide in our conservative Muslim she...

Shaykh Dr. Yasir Qadhi​ implores upon us to break free from the bounds and territories of ignorance, arrogance and divisions while enamouring the humility of knowledge through tolerance and acceptance. Acquiring knowledge should never imply that one would begin to despise, curse, and belittle our fellow Muslims. Rather it would only cement the fact that we have indeed very little knowledge as it i...

Shaykh Yasir Qadhi delves into the topic of eclipses and acquaints us with the factors that come into place when an eclipse takes place. What is the Islamic position on the solar and lunar eclipses and the Qusoof and Khusoof prayers prayed at the time of the occurrence of an eclipse? History of Islam considers the death of the beloved son of the Prophet ﷺ as one of the most tragic incidents to hav...

Shaykh Yasir Qadhi delves into the virtues of the first ten days of Dhul Hijjah and the good deeds that can be done during the first ten days of Dhul-Hijjah. These are the days that are more superior than the blessed month of Ramadan and Fridays. The Prophet ﷺ said: "There are no days in which righteous deeds are more beloved to Allah than these ten days." The people asked, "Not even Jihad for the...

Shaykh Dr. Yasir Qadhi​ implores us to awaken the streaks of humanity within ourselves to address the growing crisis of refugees all across the world and the subsequent ill treatment that they face at the hands of the oppressors. Information about their state of affairs, their deplorable plight and current situation is analysed for us to fully fathom and comprehend the extent of the atrocities bei...

Shaykh Dr Yasir Qadhi discusses the idea of one Ummah devoid of racism and bigotry referencing to Surat Al-Hujurat. In the past, the colour of the skin and tribal lineage were mandatory markers to decide one’s status in the society. The Prophet ﷺ eradicated racism and bigotry and said in his final Khutbah -"There is no superiority of an Arab over a non-Arab, nor of a non-Arab over an Arab, nor of...

Shaykh Yasir Qadhi explains explicitly about the Day of Judgment in light of Surat Ad-Dukhan and Surat Al-Jathiyah. Belief in Yawm al Qiyamah is the most talked about in the Qur'an after Tawheed. 40 names are mentioned in the Qur'an for Yawm Al Qiyamah. There are scientific, ethical, philosophical biological and rational concepts of the Day of Judgement. Of a few descriptions of Yawm al Qiyamah is...

Shaykh Dr. Yasir Qadhi​ delves into the way to trust in Allah's wisdom in giving some and depriving others of wealth, children and sustenance and also elaborates on where our true contentment and happiness lies. Allah gives His sustenance to those whom He loves just enough so that they don't go beyond the bounds. If Allah were to give us everything then we may go beyond that which is permissible f...

Shaykh Dr. Yasir Qadhi gives a lecture on some verses of Surah az-Zumar and acquaints us with the blessings of Islam. "So is one whose breast Allah has expanded to [accept] Islam and he is upon a light from his Lord [like one whose heart rejects it]? Then woe to those whose hearts are hardened against the remembrance of Allah. Those are in manifest error.” Allah has sent down the best statement: a...