Today’s episode is by Shaykh Faraz Khan, who teaches credal and natural theology as well as logic and prophetic biography at Zaytuna College.

What does it mean to develop taqwa -piety rooted in God-consciousness? Shaykh Faraz Khan explores diseases of the heart, which can prevent us from developing taqwa, and the steps we can take to overcome them.

Today’s episode is by Shaykh Faraz Khan teaches Credal and Natural theology along with logic and prophetic biography at Zaytuna College

Inculcating taqwa - piety rooted in God-consciousness, is a specific aim of devotion during the sacred month of Ramadan, yet many diseases of the heart prevent one from doing so. In this episode, Shaykh Faraz discusses verses from the Qur’an and sayings from the Islamic tradition that highlight barriers to increasing taqwa.

Today’s episode is by Shaykh Faraz Khan teaches Credal and Natural theology along with logic and prophetic biography at Zaytuna College

Learn what obstacles prevent the heart from attaining taqwa, piety rooted in God-consciousness, and how to overcome them in this episode with Shaykh Faraz. 

Today’s episode is by Imam Dawood Yasin who is Director of Student Life & Instructor of Experiential Learning at Zaytuna College.

What kinds of virtuous actions can we perform as stewards? In this episode, Imam Dawood discusses how we can be stewards in the Qur’anic sense by emulating models from the past and inculcating their virtues. 

Today’s episode is by Imam Dawood Yasin who is Director of Student Life & Instructor of Experiential Learning at Zaytuna College.

The Qur'an outlines the foundational functions of stewards through the example of past prophets. In this episode, Imam Dawood teaches us about the actions of these stewards in their engagement with the world around them. 

Today’s episode is by Imam Dawood Yasin who is Director of Student Life & Instructor of Experiential Learning at Zaytuna College.

"And mention when your Lord said to the angels, 'Indeed, I will make upon the earth a successive steward (khalifa)' " (2:30). Who are these successive stewards and how does God address them? In this episode, Imam Dawood examines the Qur’anic injunction of stewardship and upon whom it falls. 

The experience of pain and trauma can greatly distort our view of life—but can trials also offer benefit? Research indicates that a lack of adversity can weaken people by making them less resilient. Heba El-Haddad explores the benefits of tribulation in the Islamic tradition and how hardship can connect us to meaning and reinforce our resilience. 

Steadfastness in the path of virtue is often threatened by our pride in our actions. Heba El-Haddad discusses the importance of restraint in the life of a believer. Hear about practical steps we can take to avoid licentiousness and self-righteousness and remain anchored in an ethic of humility. 

Today’s episode is by Dr. Mona Hassan, an Associate Professor of Islamic Studies & History at Duke University in the departments of History and Religious Studies and the program of International Comparative Studies. 

How do we enhance our actions to best seek divine forgiveness? In this episode, Dr. Hassan discusses the significance of the middle ten days of Ramadan and how they relate to the forgiveness of God. 

Join the faculty, staff, and guests of Zaytuna College as they reflect upon timeless reminders from the Qur’an and the Islamic tradition. Our Ramadan podcast highlights the applicability of Islam’s vast spiritual tradition and offers reliable companionship in your journey through this blessed month. 

Today’s episode is by Dr. Celene Ibrahim, a teacher at Groton School's Department of Religious Studies and Philosophy. 

In this episode, Dr. Ibrahim discusses the story of the Queen of Sheba and her conversion to Qur’anic monotheism following a series of interactions with the Prophet Suleiman, may peace be upon him.

Today’s episode is by Dr. Celene Ibrahim, a teacher at Groton School's Department of Religious Studies and Philosophy. 

In this episode, Dr. Ibrahim follows the story of Zulekha, wife of the Egyptian viceroy, who commits a series of moral errors and only rectifies her mistake when the social situation requires it. Her story teaches us the importance of pursuing redemption, forgiveness, or a change in course. 

Today’s episode is by Dr. Celene Ibrahim, a teacher at Groton School's Department of Religious Studies and Philosophy. 

How do we redeem ourselves after instances of disobedience? In this episode, Dr. Ibrahim explores the story of Hawwa, spouse of the Prophet Adam, peace be upon them. Her narrative helps uncover the centrality of repentance in the Islamic tradition and its role in our lives. 

Today’s episode is by Dr. Ali Ataie who teaches comparative religion and Quranic sciences at
Zaytuna College.

Who are the predecessors who fasted as we do now? How was fasting prescribed upon our spiritual ancestors? Dr. Ataie discusses the role of fasting in Muslim sacred history and the lessons we can take from that history today.

Today’s episode is by Dr. Ali Ataie who teaches comparative religion and Quranic sciences
at Zaytuna College.

Who are the predecessors who fasted as we do now? How was fasting prescribed upon our spiritual ancestors? Dr. Ataie discusses the role of fasting in Christian sacred history and the lessons we can take from that history today. 

Today’s episode is by Dr. Ali Ataie who teaches comparative religion and Quranic sciences
at Zaytuna College.

Who are the predecessors who fasted as we do now? How was fasting prescribed upon our spiritual ancestors? In this episode, Dr. Ataie discusses the role of fasting in Jewish sacred history and the lessons we can take from that history today.

Today’s episode is by Dr. Mona Hassan, an Associate Professor of Islamic Studies & History at Duke University in the departments of History and Religious Studies and the program of International Comparative Studies. 

According to a prophetic tradition, the gates of divine mercy open during the first third of the sacred month of Ramadan. In this episode, Dr. Hassan discusses the actions we can take to increase our share of mercy throughout these blessed days.