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Sunday Tafsīr - Shaykh Amin KholwadiaSūrah al-Ṣaff (61) - Session 1Sunday Tafsīr Sūrah al-Ṣaff (61) - Session 1 delivered by Shaykh Mohammed Amin Kholwadia | Director and Founder of Darul Qasim College.https://youtube.com/DarulQasimhttps://facebook.com/DarulQasimCollegehttps://instagram.com/DarulQasimCollegehttps://twitter.com/DarulQasimhttps://darulqasim.org/tafsir2025-06-1844 min
Darul Qasim Reflections & LecturesThe Rasūl: Path to Ascertaining Allah's IntentThe Rasūl: Path to Ascertaining Allah's ﷻ Intent2024-09-1623 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesRepetition, Reward, and Our FitraRepetition, Reward, and Our Fitra2024-09-1619 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesHajj: Love and Power that Cannot be ReplicatedHajj: Love and Power that Cannot be Replicated2024-09-1620 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesWalking the Path to JannahKhutbah delivered on April 26, 20242024-05-0219 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesRukūʿ and Sujūd: Trademark of the MuslimKhutbah delivered April, 19th 2024.2024-04-2220 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesRemaining Fixed on Allāh After Ramaḍān - Shaykh Amin KholwadiaRemaining Fixed on Allāh After Ramaḍān - Shaykh Amin Kholwadia
Khutbah delivered on Friday, April 12th 20242024-04-1826 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesNormalizing TawakkulReflection delivered on Friday July 21st, 2023.2023-07-2323 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesThe Most Difficult Job on EarthReflection delivered on Friday, July 14th 2024.2023-07-1617 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesThe Sacrifice of the Stubborn EgoReflection delivered on June 16th, 20232023-06-1716 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesA Talk About TaqleedReflection delivered on June 9th, 2023
A Talk About Taqleed2023-06-1017 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesMasjid Uthman KhatmMasjid Uthman Khatm2023-06-0941 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesSunday Tafsīr - March 19thSunday Tafsīr - March 19th 2023-05-2755 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesTalk - Shaykh Amin KholwadiaReflection delivered on May 26th, 2023
Friday Night Talk with Shaykh Amin Kholwadia2023-05-2749 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesResolve in the UnseenReflection delivered on February 17th, 2023. 2023-02-1721 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesThe Reality of SubmissionReflection delivered on February 10th, 20232023-02-1417 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesNavigating Unknown - Lessons from the HijrahReflection delivered on August 12th, 20222022-08-1716 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesImām al-Ghazālī's Theory of Khilāfah and Politics - Shaykh Amin KholwadiaImām al-Ghazālī's Theory of Khilāfah and Politics - Shaykh Amin Kholwadia
Lecture delivered on June 12th, 2022 at al-Balagh Academy https://www.albalaghacademy.org/2022-07-211h 13Darul Qasim Reflections & LecturesEid al-Adha 2022Reflection delivered July 9th, 20222022-07-1323 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesIn the Footsteps of Ibrahim: Renewing Our Commitment to HumanityReflection delivered on July 8th, 2022
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Darul Qasim Reflections & LecturesNot Abusing Allah’s ﷻ GiftsOn Friday, June 10, 2022, Shaykh Amin delivered a very simple, yet poignant reminder that we must acknowledge every gift Allah ﷻ bestows upon us so that it doesn’t become a burden on us.
“We cannot live in oblivion and not acknowledge what Allah ﷻ is doing for us at this moment.”
This state of obliviousness is abusing Allah’s ﷻ gifts and exploiting what He ﷻ has given us. This sort of moment to moment awareness is exemplified in the worship of our Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. He ﷺ showed gratitude for the rain, wind, and all of creation through duāʾ . “The meaning of duāʾ is being humble in fr...2022-06-1417 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesIslam is the Answer to all Problems: A Response as an Ummah to the Issue of HomosexualityIn this Friday reflections, Shaykh Amin begins by discussing the mindset that must rule the Muslim psyche in order for us to not only recognize, understand, and appreciate the gifts of Islam, the Prophet ﷺ, and the Qurʾān, but also to procure gifts in the ākhirah. Such a mindset will solidify in our hearts and minds the reality that Islam has the answer to all problems. Against this backdrop, Shaykh Amin discusses the sensitive issue of homosexuality. As Muslims living in the United States, he reminds us:
“The lens through which we look, observe, evaluate, assess, and determine values is...2022-05-2423 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesʿEīd-Al Fiṭr: A Token of Appreciation for Allah’s ﷻ GuidanceEid relfection delivered on May 2nd, 2022
In this year’s ʿEīd-al Fiṭr khuṭbah (sermon), Shaykh Amin urges everyone to not only celebrate the completion of our fasts, but also to appreciate the guidance that Allah ﷻ gives us. Appreciation entails action. Muslims must express themselves with civilizational values of Islam that can be carried to the rest of the world. Values like honesty, integrity, and generosity.
“This dīn is for all time and for all people. […] The nature of Islam is that it is built on the Nūr ﷻ of Allah, which is going to diffuse itse...2022-05-2211 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesJudgment is in Allah’s ﷻ HandsReflection delivered on Friday May 13th 2022
In this Friday reflection, Shaykh Amin expands upon prophetic narratives from the Qur’ān to illustrate and elucidate the mindset that Muslims must adopt in order for Islam to flourish in the United States. The challenges that Muslims face in delivering the message of Islam can only be navigated by being firm in our ʿaqīdah.
“We can’t play God, we only worship Allah ﷻ . We can’t say who is going and not going to hell.”
Shaykh Amin uses the stories of the Prophets Nuh, Ibrahim, and Muhammad ﷺ...2022-05-1517 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesThe Communal Quest for Knowledge and Laylat al-QadrReflection delivered on April 27th, 2022
On the 27th night of Ramaḍān, Shaykh Amin was the honored guest panelist for Al Balagh Academy’s Webinar: Seeking Laylat al-Qadr and Attaining the Closeness of Allah ﷻ and Love for Rasūlullah ﷺ. Shaykh began with a call for deep reflection and understanding:
“Practicing Islam itself is proof that we are connected to the will of Allah ﷻ. For every connection and relationship, we must also appreciate with whom our relationship is…who is Allah ﷻ and who is the Rasūl ﷺ to us, as individuals and as a part of the Ummah.”
While recogn...2022-04-2934 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesProcuring the Collective Force of Laylat al-QadrReflection delivered on April 25th, 2022
“If you want to save the world, do your ʿibādah correctly.”
In these last ten nights of Ramaḍān, Shaykh Amin delivers a powerful reminder to Muslims all over the world who have increased their ʿibādah in hopes of receiving Laylat al-Qadr. As we raise our hands in prayer and recite into the late hours of the night, we must never forget that Ramaḍān is the month of the Ummah of the Prophet ﷺ. In these nights, we must fight the selfish impulse of isolationism and individualism in our ʿibādāt in order to pro...2022-04-2648 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesProcuring Allah’s ﷻ Maghfirah in These 10 DaysReflection delivered on April 15th, 2022
“Maghfirah is when Allah ﷻ envelopes you with His ﷻ raḥmah in such a way that no one will ever detect any sin on you…even you.”
In these reflections, Shaykh Amin reminds us of the importance of the second 10 days of Ramaḍān, the days of Maghfirah. The Prophet ﷺ taught us to seek Allah’s ﷻ Forgiveness at all levels, “a comprehensive and holistic Maghfirah” in this world and also in the Hereafter. “Ramaḍān facilitates this, fasting facilitates this, your Qurʾān reading facilitates this, your helping others facilitates this, your tarāwīḥ (night vigil prayers) facilita...2022-04-2629 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesFor The Love Of 'IbādahReflection delivered on April 15th, 2022
“Maghfirah is when Allah ﷻ envelopes you with His ﷻ raḥmah in such a way that no one will ever detect any sin on you…even you.”
In these reflections, Shaykh Amin reminds us of the importance of the second 10 days of Ramaḍān, the days of Maghfirah. The Prophet ﷺ taught us to seek Allah’s ﷻ Forgiveness at all levels, “a comprehensive and holistic Maghfirah” in this world and also in the Hereafter. “Ramaḍān facilitates this, fasting facilitates this, your Qurʾān reading facilitates this, your helping others facilitates this, your tarāwīḥ (night vigil prayers) facilita...2022-04-2620 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesHope and Forgiveness for the Ummah of Muhammad ﷺReflection delivered on April 16th, 2022
“We must not lose hope from Allah’s ﷻ Raḥmah for the Ummah. The greatest disease in the Ummah is pessimism, losing hope. Losing hope in yourself, losing hope in the people around you, losing hope in the Ummah of Muhammad ﷺ.”
On this night of Ramaḍān, Shaykh Amin reminds us that we must guard ourselves from the disease of losing hope. He pushes us to reflect upon the eternal nature of Allah’s ﷻ Forgiveness.
“Allah ﷻ, He ﷻ is above time. He ﷻ creates time. So for Him ﷻ, it is eternally that He ﷻ is forgiving people. He ﷻ liber...2022-04-2633 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesAccessing Allah’s ﷻ Raḥmah in RamaḍānReflection delivered on April 8th, 2022
In this Friday reflection, Shaykh Amin speaks about the month of Ramaḍān as one in which the distribution of Allah’s ﷻ raḥmah (Divine Mercy) is not only huge, but also ever-present. His ﷻ mercy becomes very close to those who fast and do good. The “whole of Ramaḍān gives us access to the heavens, any good actions we do [...] are automatically lifted.” At the same time, Shaykh Amin reminds us that we need the power and ability to access Allah’s ﷻ raḥmah. “The Qur’an and Sunnah inform us of how we can access this raḥm...2022-04-1017 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesLevels of Allah’s ﷻ Raḥmah – Ramaḍān 9, 1443 Post-Tarāwīh ReflectionReflection delivered after Tarāwīh on the 9th of Ramaḍān
In this reflection, Shaykh Amin reminds us that these first ten days of Ramaḍān are the days of Raḥmah (Divine mercy). “All that exists has a shade of Allah’s ﷻ Raḥmah.” This is how we understand Allah’s ﷻ generosity and magnanimity, as all-encompassing. The “fact that a thing exists is only because of His ﷻ Raḥmah.”
Yet, there are so many degrees of His ﷻ Raḥmah that the Qurʾān speaks of. However, exclusive to the Muslim is the mercy of Islam. Islam is the “highest level a...2022-04-1023 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesAl-Isrā’ wa’l Miʿrāj - Shaykh AminReflection delivered on February 25th, 2022
Al-Isrā’ wa’l Miʿrāj - The Prophet’s ﷺ Night Journey and Ascension.2022-02-281h 01Darul Qasim Reflections & Lectures‘Wealth’ From the Lens of Rasūl Allāh ﷺReflection delivered December 31st, 2021
Darul Qasim · ‘Wealth’ From the Lens of Rasūlullah ﷺ2022-01-1720 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesThe Prophetic Perspective on ‘Saving Lives’Reflection delivered January 14th, 2022
Darul Qasim · The Prophetic Perspective On ‘Saving Lives’2022-01-1716 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesBouncing Back from Setbackshttps://darulqasim.org/bouncing-back-from-setbacks/2021-07-0129 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesHonoring the Prophet by Honoring Dignity and TruthHonoring the Prophet by Honoring Dignity and Truth - Eid Al-Fitr Khutbah 14422021-05-2018 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesA Total ‘ĀbidShort Ramadan reflection from Shaykh Amin on being a total ‘Ābid in Ramadan.
Delivered in Ramadan 1442 (2021)2021-05-0104 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesThe Comprehensive Nature of ‘IbādahShort reminder from Shaykh Amin on The Comprehensive Nature of ‘Ibādah.
Delivered on Ramadan 1442 (2021)2021-05-0105 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesThe Cosmic Impacts of RamaḍānShaykh Amin touches on the Cosmic Impacts of Ramaḍān in this short reminder.
Delivered in Ramaḍān 1442 (2021).2021-05-0106 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesThe Raḥmah of RamaḍānShaykh Amin touches on the The Raḥmah of Ramaḍān in this short reminder.
Delivered in Ramaḍān 1442 (2021). 2021-05-0105 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesLooking for Laylat al-QadrPre-Ramadan program delivered on April 11, 2021 on looking for Laylat al-Qadr with Shaykh Amin Kholwadia.2021-04-1248 min
Bottled PetrichorE17 Islamic Education in America with Shaykh Amin Kholwadia (Darul Qasim)I'm pleased to welcome Shaykh Amin Kholwadia, founder of Darul Qasim (located in a suburb of Chicago, IL, USA) to discuss the philosophy of Islamic education in America. What is the purpose of education in general and of Islamic education in particular? What is the role of Islamic scholarship today (original research, education, etc)? How should Muslim academics from Darul Qasim engage with academics in Islamic Studies/NELC departments at universities? What can be learned from the educational methodologies of these departments? What is the broader vision for your students' career plans? How do graduates of Darul Qasim compete with g...2021-02-111h 02Darul Qasim Reflections & LecturesMessage to the Muslims in North Englandhttps://darulqasim.org/advice-to-north-england/
Shaykh Amin delivers an inspirational message to the Muslims of North England in this audio call. 2020-12-2258 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesThe Akhirah as the Platform of a Muslim’s ThinkingThe Akhirah as the Platform of a Muslim’s Thinking
Reflection delivered on Friday, October 9th, 2020.
https://darulqasim.org/akhirah-platform-muslim-thinking/
2020-10-1722 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesSummary of Surat al-Fajr to an-NasReflection delivered on May 14th, 2020
https://darulqasim.org/summary-surat-al-fajr-an-nas/2020-06-0141 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesA Moving Eulogy from a Mentee of ʿAllāmah Khalid Mahmood“I have written a book of knowledge. If you would like to read it, it is Mawlānā Amin.” - ʿAllāmah Khalid Mahmood
https://darulqasim.org/reflection-on-the-life-of-allamah-khalid-mahmood/
https://darulqasim.org/shaykh-khalid-mehmood/2020-06-0133 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesConsumerism and the Peril of ShirkReflection delivered on February 21st, 2020
https://darulqasim.org/consumerism-and-the-peril-of-shirk/
The entire discussion comes from a few words in an ayah:
خالق كل شيء فاعبدوه
Tell your kid to get off the video game and pray ṣalāh. There is no tawḥīd there. The child is addicted to man's creation. Allah wants to remove you from addiction to His creation, never mind man's creation. The end of consumerism marks the beginning of Islam.2020-02-2321 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesThe Imperative of Self Reformation and Self Criticism in Islamic CultureKhutbah delivered on January 24th, 2020
https://darulqasim.org/the-imperative-of-self-reformation-and-self-criticism-in-islamic-culture/ 2020-01-2522 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesHope for the Ummah and the Myth of DisunityReflection delivered on December 20th, 2019.
https://darulqasim.org/hope-for-the-ummah-and-the-myth-of-disunity/2019-12-2320 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesSubmitting to the Authority of Muhammad ﷺReflection delivered on December 13th, 2019.
https://darulqasim.org/submitting-to-the-authority-of-muhammad-%ef%b7%ba/2019-12-1520 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesThe Imperative of ‘Thanks’ and ‘Giving’ in IslamReflection delivered on November 29th, 2019
https://darulqasim.org/the-imperative-of-thanks-and-giving-in-islam/2019-11-3022 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesThe Darul Qasim AnthemThe Darul Qasim Anthem
Performed by Ali Keeler Lyrics by Javeed Chida Inspired by Shaykh Mohammed Amin Kholwadia
We come, these weary travelers
To sit beneath the willow shade
The journey may be long, but who
Can wither an intention made
We rest against the willow trunk
And feel the fall of willow leaf
The journey may be long, but how
Can hardship pass without relief
The air is Qasimi
Our feet are on the shore
Before a sea of knowledge, we
...2019-11-2506 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesThe Ṣalāh of a Muslim — A Vehicle for SuccessReflection delivered on November 15th, 2019.
https://darulqasim.org/the-salah-of-a-muslim-a-vehicle-for-success/2019-11-1623 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesHonoring Our Prophet Muhammad ﷺ - Part 3Reflection delivered on November 9th, 2019.
Part 3
https://darulqasim.org/honoring-our-prophet-muhammad-%ef%b7%ba/2019-11-1138 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesHonoring our Prophet Muhammad ﷺ - Part 2Reflection delivered on November 9th, 2019.
Part 2
https://darulqasim.org/honoring-our-prophet-muhammad-%ef%b7%ba/2019-11-1129 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesHonoring Our Prophet Muhammad ﷺ Part 1Reflection delivered on November 9th, 2019.
Part One
https://darulqasim.org/honoring-our-prophet-muhammad-%ef%b7%ba/2019-11-1129 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesRecognizing the Receptacles of Allah’s NūrReflection delivered on November 8th, 2019.
https://darulqasim.org/recognizing-the-receptacles-of-allahs-nur/2019-11-0922 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesSocial Etiquette Amid Due Process in Dealing with Criminal Crises within Muslim CommunitiesReflection delivered on February 20, 2015
Editor's note: Recommended pre-reading:
darulqasim.org/statement-on-sexual-crimes/
Social Etiquette Amid Due Process in Dealing with Criminal Crises within Muslim Communities
In the wake of the recent criminal charges brought against a prominent Chicago area Muslim scholar, Shaykh Amin presents a short and timely reminder of the prophetic model regarding the social etiquette of acknowledging and respecting the plight of those wronged, at the same time dealing with crimes and criminals within the Muslim community at large. In our times when the internet aids the commission of gossip and eases t...2019-11-0819 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesInspirational talk at Tayseer SeminaryInspirational talk at Tayseer Seminary in Knoxville, TN.
https://darulqasim.org/inspirational-talk-at-tayseer-seminary/2019-11-0342 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesThe Prophetic Paradigm of Dealing With ‘Problems’Reflection delivered on October 18th, 2019.
https://darulqasim.org/the-prophetic-paradigm-of-dealing-with-problems/
https://soundcloud.com/darulqasim/prophetic-paradigm-dealing-with-problems
2019-10-2121 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesSubmitting to Islam’s PerfectionReflection delivered on September 20th, 2019.
https://darulqasim.org/submitting-to-islams-perfection/2019-09-2321 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesDuties and Rights: A Prophetic PerspectiveReflection delivered on September 13th, 2019.
https://darulqasim.org/duties-and-rights-a-prophetic-perspective/2019-09-1819 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesThe Qur'an and Its Revelation of Our State of Affairs Reflection delivered on August 16th, 2019
The Qur'an and Its Revelation of Our State of Affairs2019-08-1921 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesStrangers in Our Own Land: Reclaiming Our RelevanceReflection delivered on January 20, 2017
In this important reflection, Shaykh Amin impresses upon us the tradition of the Prophet ﷺ that ‘Islam is a foreigner and will once again return a foreigner’. Just as the Prophet ﷺ and his Companions struggled through persecution and rejection in establishing God’s ﷻ community by staying true to their values and identity, so too must we remain firm in promoting the values of the Qurʾān and Sunnah. It is only by adherence to this paradigm that Muslims will attract the Grace of God ﷻ to once again thrive and flourish. It is only through resilience, comm...2019-08-1616 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesKnowledge as the Greatest of All BlessingsReflection delivered on January 19th, 2018
Service of God is derived from knowledge, and this makes knowledge one of our greatest ‘inamat (blessings). In this Friday reflection, Shaykh Amin explains why a recognition of this concept and embracing this great blessing will transform us into a true Muslim nation that is uncompromisingly proud of our mode of Divine servitude.2019-08-1619 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesProphetic Intelligence as our Portal to SuccessReflection delivered on January 26th, 2018
All Prophets have been chosen through Allah’s Grace to be the inheritors of knowledge that stretches beyond time and space. We accept this notion irrespective of context of the Nabi’s race, culture or time period. The Prophet Muhammad (s) being the ultimate recipient of God’s grace, we accept him as possessing a scope and depth of knowledge beyond any human being ever created and the standard against which all intelligence should be evaluated. It is only upon our reliance on this source that we can gain knowledge of our pre and po...2019-08-1619 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesPerfect Guidance From The Perfect Human BeingReflection delivered on February 10, 2017
Throughout the centuries in Islamic history, Muslims have followed a blueprint for guidance within the Qurʾān and Sunnah – one that has required no revisions, new editions or updated versions. Once we are convinced that this fact holds true and believe that the knowledge given to the Prophet ﷺ is forever and perfect, then we will start behaving as if we are truly guided and that despite our failures and victories, ebbs and flows, our commitment to pleasing God ﷻ and our anticipation for a reward in the Hereafter will hand us the ultimate victory2019-08-1618 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesFruits Of Isra And Mi'rajReflection delivered on April 13th, 2018
In this profound address on the topic of Isra al M’iraj, Shaykh Amin draws our focus upon the very foundation of The Night of Ascension, which is Salat. The five daily prayers must not be perceived as a responsibility, rather a hand-delivered gift from Allah to His Rasul that will contribute to our own ascension towards The Divine, and one which will physically or psychologically resolve our worldly matters. Thus any discussion around this Blessed event must revolve around its fruit.2019-08-1625 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesThe Genius of the Prophet(s) in Highlighting Allah’s Rights Reflection delivered on March 30th, 2018 2019-08-1618 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesCommitment to Our Deen Within an Ever-Changing Context Reflection delivered on October 13th, 2017
In his Friday reflection, Shaykh Amin calls our attention to the Seerah of Prophets throughout history, where the context may have varied in each situation, but the message remained universal. As we encounter modern issues that run antithetical to the Qur’an and Sunnah, we must maintain our perspective of believing in Allah and preparing for the akhirah, and refrain from succumbing to the ever-changing political, social and economic landscape. The Shaykh particularly points out the importance of the Prophetic Sunnah in maintaining our chastity and modesty – that the moral standard of a Mus...2019-08-1619 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesThe Two Impediments to a Muslim’s IbadahReflection delivered on May 18th, 2018
In this simple yet profound message, Shaykh Amin points to two vices which, if present, will prevent a Muslim’s heart from softening despite his life-long ‘ibadah – arrogance (kibr) and stinginess (bukhul). Without their presence, there is no reason a Muslim who makes salah 5 times a day should contain a soft heart; and yet with its presence, individuals and communities can be destroyed. In this month of virtue, kindness and mutual compassion (Ramadan), the Shaykh advises the community to relieve one’s self of the latter by spending on our family and giving freely...2019-08-1615 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesEnjoining an 'Ibadah of Purpose and Focus Reflection delivered on June 8th, 2018
A hallmark of the Prophetic Sunnah was to exhibit an intense focus and perspective in his ‘ibadah. A level of focus must always be present in our psyche but must be heightened in the month of Ramadan where we have an opportunity to obtain Allah’s forgiveness and attain salvation from the Hellfire. It was not poverty that the Prophet (saw) feared for us; rather, it was the fear of a ‘hidden shirk’ that comes between a Muslim and Allah which can detach us from His pleasure.2019-08-1612 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesA Divine Prescription in Addressing #MeToo Reflection delivered on July 20th, 2018
As Muslims in the West have been afforded more of an opportunity to educate society on Islamic principles, it has become an imperative, now more than ever, to display in corporate settings and in general public life the conduct prescribed by Allah in dealing with gender interactions. Shaykh Amin explains the irony of the #MeToo movement having originated upon the flood gates of sexual liberty – whereas a Muslim does not promote sexual liberty, neither in principle, nor in theory or practice2019-08-1616 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesEmulate the Sa‘ī of ālī-Ibrāhīm Reflection delivered on August 22nd, 2018
In his Eid address, Shaykh Amin impresses upon us the concept of sa‘ī – struggle, accountability and responsibility – which was demonstrated immaculately by the family of Ibrāhīm through the actions of Hajar, Ibrāhīm and Ismail (AS). We see their sa‘ī as a blueprint for how we protect our children, cultivate our families and sacrifice for God – all of which contributes towards the make-up of a successful human civilization.2019-08-1624 minDarul Qasim Reflections & Lectures“Islam Stands Alone!” Reflection delivered on June 15th, 2018
In this compelling Eid bayaan, Shaykh Amin accentuates that Islam is and will always remain independent from all external influences – whether they be religious, political, philosophical or civilizational. Throughout history, we have been a community that gives, not takes – a reflection of the values of our most generous and genius leader, Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. We must be proud of these inherited values which construct the shari’ah; we must wear it as a badge of honor and relieve ourselves from the shackles of the apologetic mindset.2019-08-1620 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesEid-ul-Adha is Not Tied to Hajj Reflection delivered on August 17th, 2018
In his Dhul-Hijjah address, Shaykh Amin categorically dispels the false notion that Eid-ul-Adha and Hajj are connected. He methodically explains that it is a historical and legal fact that the Hajj is a local event which does not contain the celebration of Eid, while Eid-ul-Adha is a universal occasion for every Muslim around the world to celebrate. The Shaykh further proceeds to discuss the merits of these Blessed days along with its historical significance.2019-08-1622 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesReconnect with the Prophet ﷺ Reflection delivered on September 21th, 2018
As Muslims, our worship is inextricably connected to following the Prophet ﷺ we follow people best by attaching our hearts to them. One of the ways to attach to the Prophet ﷺ is by reading the Seerah. When you study Seerah you’ll find that the Prophet’s ﷺ challenges were mind boggling – he faced every challenge whether it be spiritual, social, political or domestic, and he did so with grace and completion. The Shaykh explains how our reflection upon the Prophet’s ﷺ dealings provides us with a framework to deal with our personal and societal issues.2019-08-1618 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesThe Prophet ﷺ as Our Ultimate AuthorityReflection delivered on October 12th, 2018
In this reflection, we are reminded that despite our freedom of volition, we Muslims must maintain in our psyche that the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ is our guide and referee. In today’s time of moral anarchy and individualism, this notion that there exists an authority who possesses a higher understanding in each component of this life and the Hereafter must be maintained when presenting Islam to others.2019-08-1616 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesHow a Muslim Eyes a HurricaneReflection delivered on July 20th, 2018
In the face of a natural disaster, a Muslim’s code of conduct should default to reflection, prayer and humbleness. It must spawn a realization that His ﷻ ability to destroy and leave human beings in helpless disarray is a reflection of His ﷻ ability to sustain us with His Mercy and His Might in this world and especially the next. This is a civilizational value taught by the Prophet ﷺ regarding the mindset when approached with natural calamities.2019-08-1619 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesḤalāl Consumption and Our Spiritual HealthReflection delivered on April 12th, 20192019-08-1618 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesBlessing in Following Allah’s Rules Reflection delivered on March 8th, 20192019-08-1620 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesIslam is Complete Reflection delivered on February 8th, 2019
Despite the proclivities afforded to us by modern intellectualism, Muslims must view Islam as religion that is ‘wholesome and complete’, free from any need to reform, supplement or complement. The Shaykh expounds on this notion by rebuking the trend from both within and outside the community to modify, reconfigure and rethink all elements of Islam. The Rasūl ﷺ came to deliver the Divine message as fact, and not something to theorize over.2019-08-1613 minDarul Qasim Reflections & Lectures‘Raḥmah’: DefinedReflection delivered on January 11th, 2019
In this Friday reflection, Shaykh Amin takes us through the several layers of raḥmah manifested by Allah ﷻ and demonstrates that this concept is far and beyond the definition of ‘mercy’ which English speakers have become accustomed to. The true definition of raḥmah stretches to the cosmic levels and enacted by the loftiest of angels at the direct servitude of the Lord Himself.2019-08-1617 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesThe Imperative of ‘Shukr’ in IslamReflection delivered on November 23rd, 2018
The concept of ‘thankfulness’ is embedded within the Dīn of Islam and the teachings of our Prophet ﷺ. We give thanks multiple times a day, in one form or another, in acknowledgment of our very basic physical disposition as well as for the constant fulfillment of our needs. As Muslims, we extend our shukr one step further by being conscious, thankful, and prideful of the blessing of Islam and for being amongst the Ummah of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ – as these particular blessings extend far beyond this world, into our graves and becomes the very re...2019-08-1616 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesApproaching the Shutdown by Opening the Qur’an Reflection delivered on January 18th, 2019
As scores of people have been furloughed due to the government shut down, the Shaykh draws our attention to the relevancy of Allah’s ﷻ revelation in explaining our nation’s current reality. Furthermore, we are called to action of our own as Muslims living in a nation wrought with hunger and poverty. 2019-08-1613 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesRenewing Our Dedication to ‘Ibādah Renewing Our Dedication to ‘Ibādah
Reflection delivered on April 19th, 2019 2019-08-1619 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesThe Mission Has Not Yet Begun As Muslims in the post-modern era, we must reevaluate the mission of the Prophet ﷺ in light of the purpose of his nubuwwah, which is to achieve salvation for humanity. The Prophet’s ﷺ primary purpose was not to achieve social reform, to create a political system or to uphold the rights of humanity, as is the orientalist view. Rather, it was a more comprehensive objective which must be viewed through the lens of risālah and not that of social justice. Thus it follows that any social work we conduct must be predicated upon our belief in Allah ﷻ and the Last Day, not be...2019-08-1617 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesThe Choices We MakeIn Islam, we have the freedom to make choices. Each of these choices have an impact on us, our community and upon our state in the Hereafter. In this reflection, Shaykh Amin expounds on the concept of ‘choice’, and explains that a visionary Muslim will always make choices which benefit him in eternity, not just in this world 2019-08-1620 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesThe Miraculous Journey of ’Isrā’ wal-Mi‘rāj The Miraculous Journey of ’Isrā’ wal-Mi‘rāj 2019-08-1657 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesOur Way Forward in Light of the New Zealand Massacre Reflection delivered on March 15th, 2019 2019-08-1620 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesThe Rituals of Ḥajj and the Representation of Islamic ValuesReflection delivered on August 9th, 20192019-08-1518 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesPresenting With Beauty And Striving Towards ExcellenceʿĪd al-ʾAḍḥā Khuṭbah delivered August 11th, 20192019-08-1518 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesCrisis In Marriage Courtship: A Community IntrospectiveReflection delivered on July 26th, 20192019-08-1515 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesAllah Is Our Nāṣir, The Hope For Our MaladiesReflection delivered on June 5th, 2019. ʻĪd al-Fiṭr Khutbah2019-08-1525 minDarul Qasim Reflections & Lectures‘Speak To Your Children’ — Safeguarding Our Families From Societal IllsReflection delivered on June 21st, 20192019-08-1521 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesQur’an As A Referee Reflection delivered on May 31st, 2019 2019-08-1544 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesRekindling The Recognition Of ‘Barakah’ Post-Taraweeh Reflection delivered on May 25th, 2019. 2019-08-1533 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesThe Burden Of Fasting And The Ease Of SubmissionReflection Delivered on May 17th, 20192019-08-1522 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesThe Inner Dimensions Of Salatul Witr Post-Taraweeh Reflection delivered on May 18th, 2019. 2019-08-1524 minDarul Qasim Reflections & LecturesHearken to the Spirit of Ramaḍān Hearken to the Spirit of Ramadan
Reflection delivered on May 10th, 20192019-08-1521 min