Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq
Al Kawthar Academy was established under the guidance of Shaykh Abu Yusuf Riyadh ul Haq to cater for the religious, spiritual and educational needs of English speaking Muslims. Its endeavour is to become a reliable reference and a valuable resource of authentic Islamic material in various media. For more information visit our website: www.akacademy.org
Episodes
May 21, 2026 • 73 mins
The Scholar & Exegete Sayyidunā ʿAbdullāh ibn ʿAbbās Part 2 of 2
Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 3rd May 2024 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester
Video: https://youtu.be/enTn3rkL7v4
This talk reflects on the esteemed position of ʿAbdullāh ibn ʿAbbās (r.a.) as a prominent scholar and exegete of the Quran, emphasizing his youthful wisdom and knowledge that transcended his age. By outlining the qualities essential for seeki...
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May 21, 2026 • 68 mins
The Scholar & Exegete Sayyidunā ʿAbdullāh ibn ʿAbbās Part 1 of 2
Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 26th April 2024 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester
Video: https://youtu.be/hGedgTTlggY
This talk delves into the life and contributions of ʿAbdullāh ibn ʿAbbās, his profound relationship with the Prophet ﷺ, and his evolution into an eminent repository of Islamic knowledge. By providing detailed historical context, the talk e...
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April 30, 2026 • 87 mins
The Young Sage & Page Sayyidunā Anas ibn Mālik Part 3 of 3
Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 16th February 2024 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester
Part 1: https://youtu.be/oFalIASSwog
Part 2: https://youtu.be/daxapRBm6pE
Part 3: https://youtu.be/LqbbiJQgu4M
This talk explores various themes such as hospitality and humility, drawing from anecdotes that illustrate how both the Prophet ﷺ and his companions interacted with on...
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April 30, 2026 • 57 mins
The Young Sage & Page Sayyidunā Anas ibn Mālik Part 2 of 3
Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 9th February 2024 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester
Part 1: https://youtu.be/oFalIASSwog
Part 2: https://youtu.be/daxapRBm6pE
Part 3: https://youtu.be/LqbbiJQgu4M
This talk begins with a brief mention of the impact of family in cultivating values before delving into specific anecdotes about how the mother of Anas ibn Mālik, along...
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April 30, 2026 • 65 mins
The Young Sage & Page Sayyidunā Anas ibn Mālik Part 1 of 3
Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 2nd February 2024 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester
Part 1: https://youtu.be/oFalIASSwog
Part 2: https://youtu.be/daxapRBm6pE
Part 3: https://youtu.be/LqbbiJQgu4M
This three-part series reflects on the life of Anas ibn Mālik (ra) and the wider circle of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, showing how knowledge, faith, and character were shap...
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December 12, 2025 • 62 mins
The Scholarly Zeal of Sayyidunā Abū Hurayrah Part 2 of 2
Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 26th January 2024 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester
Video: https://youtu.be/90KYuozl4Wc
Part 1: https://youtu.be/L-1b4j1j3GA
This talk focuses on the profound scholarly zeal of Abū Hurayrah r.a, who is recognized as the most prolific narrator of hadith, with approximately 5400 ahadith attributed to him. Despite spending less than ...
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December 12, 2025 • 78 mins
The Scholarly Zeal of Sayyidunā Abū Hurayrah Part 1 of 2
Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 19th January 2024 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester
Video: https://youtu.be/L-1b4j1j3GA
Part 2: https://youtu.be/90KYuozl4Wc
This talk provides an extensive overview of the life and legacy of Sayyidunā Abū Hurayrah r.a., a notable companion of the Prophet ﷺ, who became the most prolific narrator of hadith in Islamic history. Start...
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November 28, 2025 • 74 mins
The Learned Lady & Mother of the Ummah ʿĀʾishah Part 3 of 3
Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 15th December 2023 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester
Video: https://youtu.be/XuCKdxikl9o
Part 1: https://youtu.be/WkF-Zg1lfKE
Part 2: https://youtu.be/tg9-SkSOjas
This talk emphasizes the significant role of translating Islamic knowledge into action, highlighting the example of Umm Al-Mu'minin ‘Aisha (r.a). It discusses her pro...
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November 27, 2025 • 70 mins
The Learned Lady & Mother of the Ummah ʿĀʾishah Part 2 of 3
Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 8th December 2023 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester
Video: https://youtu.be/tg9-SkSOjas
Part 1: https://youtu.be/WkF-Zg1lfKE
Part 3: https://youtu.be/XuCKdxikl9o
This talk emphasizes the significant role of ‘Aisha (r.a) in Islamic scholarship and her unique position as the wife of the Prophet ﷺ. ‘Aisha's (r.a) exceptional chara...
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November 26, 2025 • 75 mins
The Learned Lady & Mother of the Ummah ʿĀʾishah Part 1
Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 1st December 2023 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester
Video: https://youtu.be/WkF-Zg1lfKE
Part 2: https://youtu.be/tg9-SkSOjas
Part 3: https://youtu.be/XuCKdxikl9o
This lecture delves into the life of Umm al-Mu'minīn ‘Aisha (r.a.), emphasizing her unique position as the daughter of Abu Bakr (r.a.) and wife of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. T...
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October 28, 2025 • 104 mins
The Legacy of Sayyidunā ʿAbdullāh ibn Masʿūd
Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 17th November 2023 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester
Video: https://youtu.be/zeHKoO-fElI
The talk centres on the profound legacy of ʿAbdullāh ibn Masʿūd (r.a), one of the most trusted companions of the Prophet ﷺ, exploring his extensive knowledge and its enduring influence within Islamic scholarship. ʿAbdullāh ibn Masʿūd was depicted as a key ...
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October 15, 2025 • 98 mins
The Sage & Scholar of the Ummah Sayyidunā ʿAbdullāh ibn Masʿūd
Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 10th November 2023 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester
Video: https://youtu.be/jbU8ibxf5b8
The talk revolves around the life and legacy of ʿAbdullāh ibn Masʿūd (r.a.), one of the most illustrious companions of Rasulullah ﷺ, who played a pivotal role in early Islam. The talk highlights Ibn ibn Masʿūd’s early embrace of Islam as...
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September 12, 2025 • 89 mins
Seeking & Striving for Religious Success Part 2 of 2
Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 14th July 2023 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester
Video: https://youtu.be/1POf31p0Soc
This talk emphasizes the significance of striving in both personal and religious endeavours, underscoring the notion that achievement in any form—be it worldly or spiritual—demands earnest effort and sacrifice. The talk cites the struggles and sacrific...
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September 8, 2025 • 81 mins
Seeking & Striving for Religious Success Part 1 of 2
Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 7th July 2023 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester
Video: https://youtu.be/xNhTSSQPaPk
The talk provides a deep reflection on the recent celebrations of Eid and the indispensable themes of sacrifice associated with Hajj, emphasizing that the essence of these traditions transcends mere animal offerings to personal sacrifices of time, wealt...
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July 3, 2025 • 76 mins
Friend or Foe? The Effects of Company Part 2 of 2
Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 17th February 2023 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester
Video: https://youtu.be/MFSoFxJdO4g
This talk emphasizes the profound impact that friends and companions have on an individual’s faith, behaviour, and overall character. Drawing upon various aḥādīth and Qur'anic verses, it illustrates the idea that a person is influenced by their compan...
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June 26, 2025 • 100 mins
Friend or Foe? The Effects of Company Part 1 of 2
Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 10th February 2023 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester
Video: https://youtu.be/Ufwtuea-N4w
The emphasis of this talk revolves around the significant influence of companionship on an individual's character, behaviours, and beliefs. The talk references Quranic verses and aḥādīth that highlight the necessity of maintaining relationships with t...
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June 19, 2025 • 81 mins
Heeding Admonition Part 3 of 3
Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 27th January 2023 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester
Video: https://youtu.be/3g1HOY6lvxw
The talk emphasizes the significance of benefiting from divine guidance by actively engaging with religious teachings through listening, reflecting, and acting on them. The importance of personal responsibility, maintaining a sincere intention, and listening attentively ...
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June 17, 2025 • 84 mins
Heeding Admonition Part 2 of 3
Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 20th January 2023 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester
Video: https://youtu.be/Px5_0raCe8U
This talk revolves around the importance of genuinely engaging with religious teaching and taking personal responsibility for one’s spiritual growth and understanding. The talk emphasizes that merely attending lectures, reading, or listening is not sufficient for real tr...
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June 16, 2025 • 91 mins
Heeding Admonition Part 1 of 3
Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 13th January 2023 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester
Video: https://youtu.be/-ZbJEEwB4Jk
This talk emphasizes the importance of personal responsibility, sincere intentions, and humility when engaging with religious teachings. While individuals receive religious knowledge through various means - such as the Quran, Hadith, and lectures - it is crucial to refle...
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April 25, 2025 • 63 mins
The Prophet ﷺ: A Servant of Allah
Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 9th December 2022 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester
Video: https://youtu.be/bQUC8knLpYQ
This talk outlines the attributes and names of Rasulullah ﷺ, focusing on how Allah has elevated him through various titles such as Nabi, Rasul, Muhammad, and Ahmad, emphasizing his revered position as "Abdullah" or servant of Allah. Several anecdotes reflect prophetic...
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