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Why is Quds (Jerusalem) So Special? | Al-Aqsa: Past, Present, and Promise

Quds: home to the first qiblah of this ummah, the second masjid ever built in this world. Why have the hearts of believers always yearned for Jerusalem? What profound secrets and virtues does it hold? This lecture...

Dr. Omar Suleiman

Surah Al-Kawthar & Atomic Habits | Imam Tom Live

This week on Imam Tom Weekly, we dive into the rich meanings of Surah Al-Kawthar—a chapter of only three verses, yet profound in its unique language and spiritual depth. Discover the blessings of abundance promised in...

Tom Facchine

What are Your True Intentions? Goodwill VS Ego | Khutbah

Sh. Elshinawy discusses the concept of naseeha (sincere advice) and reflects on a powerful question: What are our real intentions when giving advice or facing disagreements? Are we driven by sincerity and goodwill, or...

Sh. Mohammad Elshinawy

Featured-Is Voting Haram? The Islamic Ruling on Elections

Is Voting Haram? The Islamic Ruling on Elections | Blog

With elections nearing in the United States, individuals in the Muslim community are offering their views on who to vote for or whether we should vote at all. Given the backdrop of the ongoing genocide in Gaza and the...

Tom Facchine

Is Gender a Social Construct? | Iman Cave

What is it that makes you a man? Is it the way you act? Is it something that we’re born with? Dr. Zohair Abdul-Rahman joins Sh. Abdullah Oduro in the Iman Cave to dive into the core of Islamic masculinity, describing...

Sh. Abdullah Oduro

Who Do I Vote For? A message to American Muslims | Khutbah

How do we as Muslims engage our upcoming elections while simultaneously witnessing the evil of a genocide? How do we stay united despite our differences? A message of unity and clarity for American Muslims as a new...

Dr. Omar Suleiman

Featured - Just How Much Does Gaza Matter to American Muslim Voters?

Just How Much Does Gaza Matter to American Muslim Voters? | Blog

For over a year, American Muslims have witnessed scenes of carnage broadcast from Gaza on a near-daily basis. At the same time, they have observed scenes of incredible patience and steadfastness from the Palestinians...

Dr. Youssef Chouhoud and Dr. Osman Umarji

Research Made Audible

Are you looking to stay up to date with Yaqeen’s latest research but don’t have the time to sit down and read? Research Made Audible is a new podcast that makes Yaqeen’s papers available in audio...

Yaqeen Institute

Should Muslims Celebrate Halloween?

With Halloween approaching, it’s a great moment to ask yourself, “Am I truly comfortable with standing out?” Imam Tom Facchine offers his reflections and insights. As humans, we find comfort in the...

Tom Facchine

Should Muslims Celebrate Halloween?

We talk about a recent IG post that critiques Imam Tom's article, discussing intersectionality and Palestine solidarity, and why leftist causes fail.

Tom Facchine

What if Oppression is Our Destiny? | Khutbah

Amid the challenges Muslims face today, Dr. Omar Suleiman reflects on whether this suffering is a test for the ummah or something deeper. Are we destined for resilience and justice, or are we trapped in a cycle of...

Dr. Omar Suleiman

Earning Jannah While Watching a Genocide | Khutbah

Dr. Omar Suleiman describes a Hadith about the People of Jannah, who will be divided into 120 rows. Of those 120 Rows, 80 are from the Ummah of Muhammad (SAWS). We need to strive to be among the highest rank of these...

Dr. Omar Suleiman

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Why is Quds (Jerusalem) So Special? | Al-Aqsa: Past, Present, and Promise

What are Your True Intentions? Goodwill VS Ego | Khutbah

Is Voting Haram? The Islamic Ruling on Elections | Blog

Is Gender a Social Construct? | Iman Cave

Who Do I Vote For? A message to American Muslims | Khutbah

Just How Much Does Gaza Matter to American Muslim Voters? | Blog

Research Made Audible

Should Muslims Celebrate Halloween?

What if Oppression is Our Destiny? | Khutbah

Earning Jannah While Watching a Genocide | Khutbah

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