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Jaffari Community CentreMiddle East Events & the Coming of the Mahdi; Bibi Zaynab's Shrine - Maulana Syed Muhammad Rizvi- Unexpected downfall of Asad’s regime in the Middle East sparks discussions among Shi‘a circles about the appearance of Imām al-Mahdi.
- Encouragement to study signs of the appearance but caution against linking them to current events.
- In 2011, the Arab Spring led to political upheaval, including Syria's civil war where Asad’s regime endured.
- Iranian group attempted to connect aḥādith to ongoing events, producing a documentary criticized by scholars.
- Warning against interpreting religious texts to fit political events without deep study.
- Quotation from Imām al-Bāqir (a) stressing that predicting the exact time of appe...
2024-12-1321 minJaffari Community CentreCommemorating the Courage of Hazrat Abu Talib (a.s.): Thursday Night - Maulana Sayyid Muhammad Rizvi- Introduction to the concept of "takfiri" mentality, often associated with extremist Wahhabis who label other Muslims as "kafir" or "mushrik," leading to violence in Shia communities.
- Discussion on tracing the roots of this mentality back to the Umayyad era, with Hazrat Abu Talib, the father of Imam Ali, being one of its earliest victims.
- Exposition on the intense hatred harbored towards Amirul Mu’mineen Ali and his family, starting with attacks on Ali's father, Abu Talib.
- Highlighting historical references such as Abul Faraj al-Isfahani's account, revealing the derogatory treatment of Abu Talib by Umayyad figures like Khalid bi...
2024-02-0938 min
Jaffari Community CentreThe Spiritual Legacy of Bibi Zaynab: Knowledge and Fortitude - Maulana Syed Muhammad Rizvi- Commemoration of the wafāt (death) of Babi Zaynab (a).
- Source of Bibi Zaynab's knowledge questioned.
- Born into a unique family chosen by Allah.
- Surrounded by infallible individuals, described as محفوظة عن الخطاء (protected from sins).
- Father known as باب مدينة العلم (gate to the city of knowledge).
- Zikr Ilahi, the awareness of Allah's presence, is crucial.
- Described in 33:35 as a virtue that protects all other virtues.
- Imam 'Ali's profound words on the impact of zikr Ilahi on the heart and intellect.
- Zaynab's high level of zikr Ilahi attested by Imam Zaynul ‘Abidin.
- Zaynab's eloquent speeches and responses demonst...
2024-01-2746 min
My Muslim Family PodcastOur screen use as parentsWe often talk about unhealthy habits our children may have around screen use, but we are their role models so it is important to examine our own habits first.
In this episode, Zainab speaks with Co-Founder of Muslim Family Hub Haseeb Rizvi to discuss just that. The extent of the problem, facing uncomfortable truths and sharing some tips that have helped them.
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2024-01-1459 min
Jaffari Community CentreZaynab's Echoes: Media, Messaging, and the Survival of Islam - Maulana Syed Muhammad Rizvi- Discussing the significance of media in the current context and its role in keeping society informed, connecting it to the example of Bibi Zaynab (a).
- Defining "Nubuwwat" as the transmission of divine messages through prophets and the importance of media in conveying and implementing divine laws.
- Explaining the role of Friday sermons in familiarizing people with Islamic concepts and addressing various issues.
- Highlighting the multifaceted purposes of Friday khutbas, including religious guidance, addressing local and national political ideas, and discussing global social and political issues.
- Emphasizing the impact of media in shaping public opinion in democratic...
2023-11-2044 min
She Speaks: Academic MuslimahsRamadan & Eid ul FitrRamadan Mubarak!!! This episode is a re-airing of previously aired Ramadan & Eid ul Fitr special. I talked to Sana Rizvi about fasting within neoliberal academia, periods, and Ramzan memories. I talked to Nausheen Pasha about her journey to loving Ramadan, to Melinda González about true spirit of fasting and being mindful, and with Rose Deighton about appreciating the simplicity of Ramadan during times of COVID. Finally, I talked to Lamiyah Bahrainwala about celebrating Eid during a pandemic and with Zainab Kabba about her varied but wonderful experiences of Eid around the world.Video re...
2022-04-0852 min
Monthly ReflectionsA parting conversation about Sayeda Zainab(S) - Arbaeen Reflections 2020An end to the traditional mourning period and podcast series with Sheikh Hilli, Sayed Ali Raza Rizvi, Sayed Asad Jafri, Sayed Zafar Abbas, Sayed Bilal Rizvi, Sheikh Muhammad Khani, Sheikh Nabil Awan, Sheikh Aliasghar Khimani and sis. Medina Talebi
2021-12-1743 min
Burnt.Toastthis is deep. jk its just self-centeredHey eveRYonE!! episode 10! the topic for this episode is change! (which is just an excuse for me to complain) but I go through some recent changes that went on and how they altered my perspective or something? idek. just listen to it.
also ! i have an Instagram account for the podcast now! its @burnt.toast_podcast
go follow!!!!
ty hope you enjoy :)
2021-05-2010 min
She Speaks: Academic MuslimahsRamadan & Eid ul FitrThis episode is a re-airing of last year's Ramadan & Eid ul Fitr special. I talked to Sana Rizvi about fasting within neoliberal academia, periods, and Ramzan memories. I talked to Nausheen Pasha about her journey to loving Ramadan, to Melinda González about true spirit of fasting and being mindful, and with Rose Deighton about appreciating the simplicity of Ramadan during times of COVID. Finally, I talked to Lamiyah Bahrainwala about celebrating Eid during a pandemic and with Zainab Kabba about her varied but wonderful experiences of Eid around the world.Video referenced on periods and fasting:...
2021-04-2352 minBurnt.ToastWait a minute...who aRe yOU?HellO welcome back sorry for the extremely long episode lolz
I'm talking to my sisters today to share our experiences as the eldest/middle/youngest children, (what expectations/assumptions people had about us, what role we took as a result of our treatment, how vastly different our current outlooks are, and a loT more). we share quite a few childhood experiences and memories so you get to know all the tea.
*again, we ain't bashing our parents,, overall we had an amazing childhood*
EnjoY!
My email: burn.the.toast...
2020-11-2600 minBurnt.ToastWhat Happens in Muharram?hello, hope you all liked this episode, it was a lil different than usual. I realized I completely forgot to mention the significance + commemoration of Arbaeen - its usually in the form of a walk/public gathering, for more info on that all you need to do is google 'Arbaeen Walk'. As mentioned, here are the extra links for more info if you are interested:
whoishussain.org
https://youtu.be/waTvDRpjK-M - some poetry :)
https://youtu.be/42ZJnUxgEQk - documentary about the commemoration from a non-muslim perspective
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2020-10-1600 minBurnt.Toastquaranteenedme and my friend diya talk about our time in quarantine! listening back it sounded a lil too positive, so I just want to reiterate that it's not always productive, and it took a lot of time to even build a routine (like 3 out of the 5 months lol). but that's about it, hope you enjoy listening to our different approaches :) also sorry idk why I sound tired
Music used:
Odd News by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution licence (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Artist: http://www.twinmusicom.org/)
2020-08-0530 minBurnt.Toastthis world is out of our leaguePerfectionism part 2, finally! My friend Zainah and I discussed our experiences as perfectionists, and towards the end we briefly go over OCD, and perfectionism in philosophy and religion. hope you enjoy.
Music used:
Odd News by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution licence (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Artist: http://www.twinmusicom.org/)
2020-06-1528 minBurnt.ToastBlack Lives Matter.Here are all the links and resources you can use to help:
blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/ - website with petitions and donation links
https://www.instagram.com/p/CA6r2XZpsgD/?igshid=1k7t6azff3bfa - post by @moses
https://www.instagram.com/p/CAyFgY6jdE0/?igshid=eunmpovvaie5 - post by @sa.liine on virtual protesting
https://youtu.be/bCgLa25fDHM - ad revenue goes to charity
8cantwait.org - policy changes that need to be made
bit.ly/BlackLivesAction - comprehensive document for actions you can...
2020-06-0606 min
She Speaks: Academic Muslimahs016 Ramadan & Eid ul FitrThis is the season finale special on Ramadan and Eid. I talk to Sana Rizvi about fasting within neoliberal academia, periods, and Ramzan memories. I talk to Nausheen Pasha about her journey to loving Ramadan, to Melinda González about true spirit of fasting and being mindful, and with Rose Deighton about appreciating the simplicity of Ramadan during times of COVID. Finally, I talk to Lamiyah Bahrainwala about celebrating Eid during a pandemic and with Zainab Kabba about her varied but wonderful experiences of Eid around the world.Video referenced on periods and fasting:https://ww...
2020-05-2252 minBurnt.Toastthis world is out of my leaguePerfectionism Part 1! I split this up in 2 parts because it ended up being almost 40 minutes sooo. I'll upload part 2 in a couple of days (it's taking a while to edit since I have a GueSt!) AnYWaY yeah I talk about what perfectionism really is, the causes, its consequences. and some potential solutions to manage it. ye.
Books I mentioned:
How to be an imperfectionist - https://www.amazon.com/How-Be-Imperfectionist-Self-Acceptance-Perfectionism-ebook/dp/B00UMG535Y
Daring Greatly - https://www.amazon.com/Daring-Greatly-Courage-Vulnerable-Transforms-ebook/dp/B007P7HRS4
Music used:
Odd...
2020-05-0518 minBurnt.Toastgive me all your moneyTalking about education and the school system! and what i dislike about it. and what should change. yea. enjoy.
2020-02-2914 minBurnt.Toastsurvival of the fittesttoday we talk about competition !1!1!! I go through why we're competitive, the pros and cons of competition, how it affects performance, and what my experience was from a change in environment.
Music:
Odd News by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution licence (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Artist: http://www.twinmusicom.org/
2020-02-0811 min
Burnt.ToastPuRpOsE ToUr 2016First episode! This is more of an introductory one with a short discussion on the topic, the coming episodes will be more developed. Enjoy!Music:Odd News by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution licence (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Artist: http://www.twinmusicom.org/
2020-01-2617 minJaffari Community CentreThe False Confidence of Tyrants; Anger in Relationships - Maulana Syed Muhammad Rizvi- Touching upon the Bibi Zainab in honor of her recent wiladat
- In her famous khuṭba, in the darbar of Yazīd, she mentioned three verses from the Qur’ān.
- In the first one she reminds Yazīd not to gloat over his apparent victory
- Narrating a related verse from the Qur'an - Yazīd died and most Muslims consider him to be disgrace to Islam and humanity. He ruled a vast empire, but the people didn’t even honour him with a decent resting place.
- On the other h...
2020-01-0319 minJaffari Community CentreFemale Infanticide in Today's Neo-Jahiliyyah; 'Stigma' of Daughters - Maulana Syed Muhammad Rizvi- Birth of a child as a cause of joy and happiness
- However the birth of a female child was considered a bad omen in pre-Islamic jahiliyyah society, and even today in various societies
- Female infanticide is a large issue impacting all eras
- Sura at-Takwir verses 8-9 also refer to this unfortunate issue
- Some Arabs would consider a baby girl as a sign of disgrace and would bury her alive
- Today, even with advancements in knowledge, civilization, and science, female infanticide is still common
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2020-01-0144 min