Yasir Qadhi

Shaykh Dr. Yasir Qadhi continues his discussion on the Tafsir of the most beneficial and oft repeated Surah of the Qur'an - Surat Al Fatihah. In this video, we get acquainted with the following key points: A detailed explanation of the Isti'adha which is the spiritual protection of Allah from the Shaytaan.  A mention of the different tactics used by Shaytaan. Different ways of saying the Isti'adha...

Shaykh Dr. Yasir Qadhi continues the Tafsir of Surah Fatihah divulges key details on the following aspects: Discussion on the origin of the names of Surahs . The division of the Qur'an into Surahs and Ayahs and the one who is the first one to be credited with this important task. The meaning of Audhubillah minash-Shaitan Ar-Rajeem (the Isti'adha). Gain and grant knowledge in the most simplest and...

Shaykh Yasir Qadhi now begins the Tafsir of Surah so special that Allah has made it obligatory upon us to recite this Surah in each and every rakat of the Salah - Surat Al Fatihah. Why is it so significant? Do we fully comprehend the magnanimity and grandeur of this Surah also known as Umm Al-Kitab (the Mother of the Book)? In this particular lecture, Shaykh Yasir Qadhi analyses the meaning of the...

Shaykh Dr. Yasir Qadhi elaborates on the topic of divorce, ways to salvage a marriage from the danger of divorce and the guidelines for a divorce as the final resort. Marriage is one of the greatest blessings given by Allah SWT and we should always try to preserve it. The couple needs to communicate and address their issues with each other before bringing others into the turmoil. It is binding upo...

Shaykh Yasir Qadhi embarks on a journey that aims to highlight several aspects of our Deen. A strong believer is the one who has strong Iman and he is better than a weak Mumin. Not every believer has the same degree of Iman. Allah will love a strong believer more than a weak believer. A strong believer should adopt those characteristics which Allah loves as mentioned in the Qur'an and stay away fr...

Shaykh Dr. Yasir Qadhi's explicit lecture on the Tafsir of Surah Al-Ma`un and the prominence of the month of Muharram and Ashura makes for a very interesting listen. “So woe to those who pray (but) who are heedless of their prayer - Those who make show (of their deeds)” [Surat Al-Ma`un, verses 4-6] In these verses, Allah SWT admonishes those that do pray Salah but don't pay attention to it. They d...

Shaykh Yasir Qadhi delves into the Tafsir of Surah Al Ikhlas which deals with the perfection of Allah and defends the Honour of Allah. The Prophet ﷺ would begin and end his day with Surah Al Ikhlas and hence, it is the most perfect Sunnah to abide by. Key aspects of this magnificent Surah: Allah is unique and no one is like Him. Allah is As Samad - He is the One who is Perfect in Himself and also...

Shaykh Dr. Yasir Qadhi delves into numerous magnificent Quranic verses and Hadith of the Prophet ﷺ pertaining to the stark, temporary reality of this world as opposed to the permanence of the Hereafter.  "And the life to come: that is the real life, if they but knew!"  This verse of the Qur'an forever reminds us of the world being a place of delusion, enticement,persuasion and temptation enamoring...

Shaykh Yasir Qadhi discusses the inevitable reality of death and how we should prepare for it. Death is a necessary part of our life and we cannot deny it no matter how much we are averse to talking about it. Death is as much a reality as is your life. Of the mysteries of death is the timing of our death and no one can change the timing of death and the location is also kept a secret even from the...

Shaykh Yasir Qadhi discusses at length the origin of Salah and its profound necessity in our lives. Every single pillar of Islam was ordained by Allah through Jibreel AS to the Prophet ﷺ. But only for Salah, Allah communicated directly with the Messenger of Allah ﷺ in His Divinity. Such is the stature of Salah. While Prophet Ibrahim and Ismail AS are building the Ka’bah, Ibrahim AS says, “O my Rab...

Shaykh Dr. Yasir Qadhi explicitly elaborates on the importance of having good manners in Islam. What constitutes good manners? Some of them are listed below. Our Prophet ﷺ said, "Verily, I have only been sent to perfect good manners." Whenever someone came to the Prophet ﷺ for advice, it always was more often than not related to perfection of good manners. People can be never given a better blessi...

Shaykh Yasir Qadhi delves into the topic of family and children in this important lecture. Children are one of the greatest blessing from Allah but with every blessing comes responsibility. How do we take charge of status of the relationship between ourselves and our children? How do we raise our children in the most impeccable manner so that they too make the best of families? Taking care of chil...

Shaykh Yasir Qadhi discusses in this Khutbah a short tafseer of Surah Ash-Sharh. Allah’s love for His worshippers is shown by putting them through trials and tribulations in this world. We are reminded of the things Allah has bestowed upon us which include innumerable blessings. Hence, it is binding upon us to be thankful for them and always look at life with a positive outlook and have a producti...

Shaykh Yasir Qadhi delivers a beautiful lecture with regards to Surah Al Qalam and we get acquainted with the different aspects of the positive uses of wealth by analyzing the story of the Companions of the Garden in the Surah. The Surah bears testimony and highlights the magnanimity of the Prophet ﷺ as opposed to the misguided who reject him and his guidance.  The story being discussed here is th...

Shaykh Yasir Qadhi dedicates this lecture to an oft-neglected topic of how does one’s heart harden over time and how to cure the diseases of the heart and make them soft, pure, calm and peaceful. "The day that neither wealth nor sons will be of any benefit except for he who comes to Allah with a pure heart." [The Noble Qur'an, 26:88-89] Strong Iman is reflective of a pure heart and weak Iman refle...

Shaykh Yasir Qadhi explicitly elaborates on the blessings and etiquettes of Khutbah and the day of Jumu'ah. Blessings of Jumu'ah: Jumu'ah is the leader of all the days of the week. It is our day of the Eid. Jumu'ah sees new beginnings such as the creation of Adam, Adam is sent to Jannah and much more. The only day mentioned in the Qur'an is Jumu'ah. It is a blessed day even in the HereAfter. Many...

Shaykh Dr. Yasir Qadhi in this riveting and eye opening lecture, explicitly delves into the topic of unity amongst Muslims and how unity can be achieved when the Ummah is divided in their various interpretations of Islam as we speak.  The Prophet ﷺ said, "My Ummah will divide into seventy-three sects all of which except one will go to the Fire, and they (i.e. the Saved Sect) are those who are upon...

Shaykh Dr. Yasir Qadhi acquaints us with the reality of Jinn in the Qur'an and Sunnah. What is meant by Jinn? What are the roots of Jinns? The mysteries surrounding these smokeless creations are elucidated upon in explicit detail. Characteristics of Jinn: Jinn was created before man. From what is it created? We have proofs in the Qur'an that Jinns are formed from Maarij Naar and Naar As Samooh.the...

In this heart wrenching and motivational talk, Shaykh Dr. Yasir Qadhi deals with the issues of humans being afflicted and swamped in sins and its after effects. O you who have believed, respond to Allah and to the Messenger when He calls you to that which gives you life! [Surat Al-'Anfal, verse 24] The gist of the lecture is that if we remain steadfast in the path of Allah SWT, then our physical a...

Shaykh Yasir Qadhi explicitly acquaints us with the benefits, blessings, sacredness and significance of the last two verses of Surah Baqarah of the Qur'an which is also known as Khawatim Baqarah. The Messenger of Allah ﷺ said, “Recite the Quran, for on the Day of Resurrection it will come as an intercessor for its reciters. Recite the two illuminated chapters, Surat al-Baqarah and Ali Imran, for o...

Shaykh Dr. Yasir Qadhi and Dr. Nabil Bayakli discuss the history of Palestine from 1914 till the present day in this riveting lecture. The greatest real estate theft in the history of humanity has definitely got to be that of Palestine, no questions asked. The loss of Palestinian land from 1946 to 2000 is shocking and deplorable. The Palestinian struggle is a struggle for humanity, given that they...

Shaykh Dr. Yasir Qadhi embarks on a meaningful, necessary,enthralling and enlightening journey to acquaint us with the occurrences a hundred years ago that preceded the beginning of the modern Muslim world. The year of 1914 was a landmark year of sorts in terms of abolishment of the Islamic Caliphate and the division of Muslim lands into the modern countries of the Middle East that we are well awa...

In this lecture, Shaykh Yasir Qadhi gives a detailed account of Al Mahdi which is one of the most oft discussed topics of Islam. What is the meaning of the word Mahdi? Who is Mahdi? The Mahdi is a title and it means the one who is guided and who guides others. His name is Muhammad Ibn Abdullah and he is from the Ahlul Bayt. He is one of the signs of the Day of Judgement. The coming of the Mahdi is...

Shaykh Yasir Qadhi now divulges details on a very important incident in the life of the Prophet ﷺ - the 'Ilaa'. What is Ilaa? It's an oath made to Allah, wherein the husband can choose to stay away from his wife in the event of a marital dispute or clash for a period less than 4 months. Allah revealed Qur'an because of this incident where the Prophet ﷺ took abstinence from his wives for a month. T...

Shaykh Dr. Yasir Qadhi delves into a topic that is marred by uncertainties and it is Salafism. In this lecture, he takes on the challenge to dissect the doubts in our mind regarding the Salafī movement and we are also provided with answers on how to maintain unity in the wake of this predicament. In earlier era,the term 'Salafī' resonates with an Islamic methodology whose primary motive is the emu...