Yasir Qadhi

Shaykh Yasir Qadhi now discusses the subject of argument between the Sunnis and the Shias - the Election of Abu Bakr As Siddiq RA as the 1st rightful Khalifa of Islam. We have numerous evidences in the Qur'an where Abu BAkr RA has been chosen for the coveted job after the Prophet ﷺ such as in Surah Tawbah and another Surah where the Prophet ﷺ and Abu Bakr RA are hiding in a cave. Rightfully so, th...

Shaykh Yasir Qadhi ponders over the origin of ISIS and the factors that have catapulted them into a major nuisance. According to the Shaykh, the source of ISIS is "the hellish conditions that Western powers created in the region." ISIS harbours itself as the face of establishment of oppression and protection of the Muslims, but the reality is far from its mission. They contradict themselves on so...

Shaykh Yasir Qadhi delves into the topic of the incident of the Scrolls which the Prophet ﷺ intended to write before his death. It is a point of controversy and warrants a detailed discussion. When the health of the Prophet ﷺ worsened, he demanded that he be brought a book in which he would write something for all of the Muslims to prevent them from going astray. But Umar RA overlooked this reques...

Shaykh Yasir Qadhi gives an amazing summary of his dissertation relating Ibn Taymiyyah at the Yale University and it makes for an interesting listen as we try to decipher the concepts of Aqal and Naqal in the light of Islam. During the sixth century of Islam,  an Iranian scholar named Fakhr ad-Din ar-Razi Rah generated a treatise on the theology of the names of Attributes of Allāh SWT which was pr...

Shaykh Dr. Yasir Qadhi shares his innermost and heartfelt thoughts on the Chapel Hill shootings and the great legacy left behind by Deah Barakat (age 23), his wife Yusor Barakat (age 21), and her sister Razan Muhammad (age 19), who were brutally murdered in the Chapel Hill Shooting. Deah and his wife were newlyweds and were renowned in the Muslim community for their active participation in noble c...

Shaykh Yasir Qadhi delves into the theory of possibly reconstructing the human mind. Is there a necessity for it? And if there is, what would be the most convenient and appropriate approach? In this inspiring talk, the Shaykh acquaints us with the need to open up to embrace the idea of an independently thinking Ummah entwined with the Islamic Shariah. The initial times saw Muslims being the ones w...

Shaykh Yasir Qadhi acquaints us with the duas to be said in times of distress and calamity such that  an affirmative response is gained. Ibn ‘Abbas RA said: When Prophet Ibraheem AS was thrown into the fire of Namrood, he said: “Hasbunallahu wa Ni’mal Wakeel - Allah (Alone) is sufficient for us, and, He is the Best Disposer of affairs.” So did Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, when he was told: “A great army of...

Shaykh Yasir Qadhi discusses the Qabr of the Prophet ﷺ which is a part of our history and heritage. The Shaykh begins with the exact position of the houses of the wives of the Prophet SAW which he used to take turns in visiting. The house of Aisha RA was the one whose entrance also opened into the Masjid and hence, was a bit privileged in position. The inside of the house of the Prophet ﷺ is also...

Shaykh Yasir Qadhi takes us on a journey which acquaints us with additional fruits of Iman. In this compelling talk, Shaykh Yasir gets us acquainted with the rewards for adhering to the Branches of Faith. Amongst numerous blessings awarded to us by Allah SWT, some are listed below: Entry into Paradise (Jannah). Protection from Hell (Jahannam). Good deeds will be rewarded in the Hereafter. Forgiven...

Shaykh Yasir Qadhi discusses the Fiqh of marriage and numerous points come to the fore. What should be given as Mahr? And how much Mahr should be given? What is the ruling of the Mahr when a marriage is annulled? Shaykh Yasir Qadhi elaborates explicitly and we get enlightened no end. It is obligatory for a man to do the Walima once a marriage is done. It is also obligatory to respond to the invita...

Shaykh Yasir Qadhi touches important points on the Fiqh of Marriage. We should only take into account the religion when marriage is considered and not on other factors like status, race, lineage. Types of marriage contracts that has been prohibited in Islam: Nikaḥ Shighar Nikaḥ Mutah Not giving Mahr to the woman The Wali cannot say for the Nikah to happen without conjugal union Medical factors Nik...

Shaykh Yasir Qadhi delves into the topic of marriage in its entirety and we get a comprehensive view on the Fiqh of marriage. There are some sharth are involved for marriage: Specification of the man and the woman involved in the marriage. The male and the female should not have been prohibited to marry by nay way such as blood relation. There must be a wali present who must be a male, sane, of ag...

Shaykh Yasir Qadhi discusses the fiqh of marriage while explicitly elucidating the conditions and procedure of marriage. Marriage is Mustahab and is a Sunnah. It becomes obligatory when he fears he might commit Haram. Conditions and procedure of marriage: Bride and groom must be specified. Both the bride and the groom should give consent for marriage. The Wali should approve of the marriage. Two w...

Shaykh Yasir Qadhi now reaches the finale of sorts of the Seerah of the Prophet ﷺ - the Death of the Messenger of Allah ﷺ. Usama Ibn Zayd is entrusted with the coveted honour and prestige of heading the expedition to As Sham. But when he left in the month of Shawwal for the same, he was called back to Madinah by the people due to the failing health of the Prophet ﷺ. About the final sickness of the...

Shaykh Yasir Qadhi discusses at length the very important topic in the Seerah - the Farewell Hajj of the Prophet ﷺ. This was the first and final Hajj of the Messenger of Allah ﷺ. The Prophet ﷺ left on the 25th Dhul Qa'dah in the year 10 H and reached Mecca on the 4th Dhul Hijjah.when he reached Dhul Hulayfah,he prayed two rakat and entered the state of Ihram. This Hajj was called Hajjatul Wada'a....

Shaykh Yasir Qadhi discusses the Fiqh of Ramadan in this informative lecture. Rules pertaining to Fiqh of Ramadan: Niyah for the fast. Avoiding the things that nullify the fast - eating and drinking intentionally, intimacy,vomiting intentionally etc. Eat Suhoor. Making Dua in the final minutes of the fast. To bring about Iftar at our expense. To fast with the soul along with the body. The people w...

Shaykh Yasir Qadhi discusses the Sunnah of Salah. To read beyond Rabbana Walakal Hamd. To read more than once the Subhana Rabbi Al Azeem and Subhana Rabbi Al Alaa. Reciting Durood e Ibrahim. Saying any Dua before the Tasleem. To raise the hand for the Takbeer. What are the rulings on the performance of Sujood? What are the mannerisms that are discouraged during Salah? Shaykh Yasir explains the poi...

Shaykh Yasir Qadhi delves deeper into the topic of the Fiqh of Worship and is sure to enlighten us all of the various Arkan of Salah and also the Wajibat. Hence, we get the golden opportunity to make necessary amends in our Salah. Some of the Arkan of Salah: Standing up for the prayer Takbeer  Surah Fatihah Ruku Qiyam Sujood Calm and peaceful in every act of the Salah Final Tashahhud Sitting will...

Shaykh Yasir Qadhi divulges details on the topics of Adhan and Iqamah. The status of Adhan and Iqamah is Fard kifayah. The Sunnah of the Adhan and the Qiyamah: Wudu is not a prerequisite for Adhan. The Adhan is not said before the prayer time. The Adhan is said in a slow speed and Iqamah is said in fast speed. Adhan should be given in standing position and in a high place. It is preferable to put...

Shaykh Yasir Qadhi discusses in this lecture the factors that break Wudu, how to do Ghusl, when should we do ghusl or the factors that necessitate Ghusl. Factors that break Wudu: Any material coming out of private parts such as stool, urine and wind. When one goes into a state of coma. Eating camel meat. Sleeping about which the different opinions are discussed. Pre seminal fluid. After carrying t...

Shaykh Yasir Qadhi continues his discussion of purification of oneself. Taharah is the removal of spiritual and physical impurities. He also discusses the containers for performing Taharah. Every single container which is pure in itself is allowed to be used for purification except those made of gold and silver. Next in the discussion is the etiquette of using restrooms. Some of them are mentioned...

Shaykh Yasir Qadhi discusses the different branches of Fiqh in this lecture. Acts of our religion and the consequent Fiqh can be classified into the following categories: Haram Makrooh Mubah Mustahab Wajib The Shaykh starts off with the Fiqh of purification or Tahara. Categories of water: Tahoor fluid - natural water - it is pue in itself and can purify other things. Taahir fluid - it is pure in i...

Shaykh Yasir Qadhi divulges important details on the Fiqh of Salah in its entirety. First and foremost is discussed the obligatory nature of Salah and how it is a non exception of anybody to perform Salah except that of a menstruating woman. Next, the Shaykh moves on to shed ample light on the different pointers of Salah: The Fiqh of Adhan and the Iqamah rules. Preconditions of Salah - Wudu necess...

Shaykh Yasir Qadhi touches base on the science of Fiqh. The concept of Aam and Khas related to Qur'an and Sunnah is explained explicitly citing numerous examples. The point is that there is no contradiction between the two. Mutlaq and Muqayyad - This bears close resemblance to the concepts of Aam and Khas. Listen to the various examples to obtain a clear understanding. Mantuq and Mafhoom - Mafhoom...

Shaykh Yasir Qadhi delves into the topic of Fiqh and Usul Ul Fiqh (science of Fiqh). What is Fiqh? It is the study of the physical rulings of the Sharia with their detailed evidences. What is Usool ul Fiqh? These are the procedures, rules and principles used to derive the Fiqh. Where do we get these Usul Ul Fiqh or what are their sources? The Noble Qur'an The Sunnah - the various forms of Sunnah e...