Untranslated Islam

Who is REALLY better, Angels or man?

- 00:25 - Origins of a humbling reflection from Surat Ar-Ra'd (the Thunder)

- 01:40 - Surat Ar R'ad: the Gardens of Eden

- 03:45 -Point: the Angels will enter upon them with greetings and praise

- 04:15 - Who is better, Angels or man? Origins of the age old debate between the scholars

- 04:35 - Origins of the virtues of Adam

- 06:55 - A parable for deep contemplation:Which scenario is more honorable

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- Untranslated Islam, with Ben Yusef Episode 28:

Take it Personal! - Benefits from Surah Al-Qiyaamah (The Ressurection) Take All Knowledge Personal! With every advice, admonishment, reminder and the likes, think of how it applies to YOU first, and what is calls you to rectify and correct within. In this episode, Brother Ben discusses the self- reproaching soul that we each have, and how we should use it for our salvation.

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- Untranslated Islam, with Ben Yusef Episode 27:

Origins of Adam's responsibility for food, drink, clothing, and shelter Why are men responsible to provide for women? What is the origin of this legislation? In these days of 2- income families, Brother Ben discusses the origins of man's responsibility for women, and why this foundational point is of pertinent importanceto know, no matter how far '2-income' we go!

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- Untranslated Islam, with Ben Yusef Episode 26:

the Prophet (SAW) and the Graveyard of Baqee' Assuming that she is sleep, the Prophet (PBUH) suddenly and quietly slips out of his wife Aisha's bed, stealthily gets dressed, and slips out of her home in the middle of the night. What he didn't know is that she was awake! So, as soon as he slipped out of the home, she immediately hopped up, got dressed, and slipped out behind him, to se...

Untranslated Islam, with Ben Yusef Episode 25:

We Are ALL Losing, Except... A quick reminder about the importance of a short chapter that most of us have memorized in our chest- Surat Al- Asr. Brother Ben discusses a few key points of benefit from this short chapter. Important and potentially life changing perspectives.

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0:00 Intro, on the move

01:10 {I swear by Al- Asr}

01:25 Which prayer is The mi...

- Untranslated Islam, with Ben Yusef Episode 24:

God May Close One Door, To Open Up Another God is the All- Wise. Though difficulty is a part of life, if we are patient and persevering, we will find that even within our difficulties is great blessing and mercy. Be mindful of Satan's ever-working plot. God has warned us saying, " Satan threatens you with 'Faqr' (poverty, need, despair), then orders you with sin/immorality."

So, if dif...

- Untranslated Islam, with Ben Yusef Episode 23:

Hard Times are no Excuse to Commit the Haraam (Unlawful)! We are all guaranteed that we will be tested with something of difficulty in this worldly life. The issue is how we respond to our trials and tribulations. Hard times are no excuse to indulge in the unlawful! In this episode, we give sincere advise, along with benefits from the Quran, Sunnah, and the righteous in this regard.

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- Untranslated Islam, with Ben Yusef Episode 22:

Shake the Tree! : Thwarting Anxiety Many lessons can be learned from the authentic stories and narrations of the righteous. In this episode, we learn from the story of Gabriel, Mary, and Jesus' humble beginnings, a few lessons about trusting in God, and taking whatever precautions that you are able to,,, then again, trusting in God. Implore God, and shake the trees! A proven formula f...

- Untranslated Islam, with Ben Yusef Episode 21:

Woe to the Populationists!- the Formula for God's Provision Contrary to 'populationist' ideology, God has promised that He will fully provide for all of His creation, but what holds back our provision or causes us to be unappreciative is our wrong doing and disobedience, both on an individual and societal level. In this way, we neglect our responsibility, and are thus made to feel jus...

- Untranslated Islam, with Ben Yusef Episode 19:

Supplicate (Make Dua) While Standing Reciting in Salat!- An Nawawee Imam An- Nawawee gives advice to make dua to Allah, in response to the Quran that we are reciting, while standing in Salat. He brings the proofs from Quran and Sunnah in this regard, and adds personal advises on the method of properly doing this. Brother Ben offers his advices and commentary interspersed.

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- Untranslated Islam, with Ben Yusef Episode 20:

Did the Prophet (SAW) Recite Only 1 Verse in a Rakat (Unit) of Prayer? Shaykh Uthaymeen responds to a student's question regarding what is mandatory to recite in prayer. As is the way of the scholars, the response is enlightening, informative, and far more beneficial then what was expected. Also Abu Hurayrah's advice about this same issue, collected in Sahih Al- Bukhaari and Muslim, a...

Untranslated Islam, with Ben Yusef Episode 14:

Crying in Salat (Prayer)- At-Tibyan of Imaan An Nawawee In this episode, Imam An- Nawawee gives us advise on how to cry from reciting the Quran. He brings proofs from the Quran and Sunnah about the virtue of crying, the proper methodology of crying, examples of the Prophet, his companions, and the righteous crying. Then, he closes with the order of the Prophet (PBUH) to make ourselves c...

Untranslated Islam, with Ben Yusef Episode 17:

the Announcement of the Prophet's Impending Death- Feeling our Short Surahs In this episode, a brief history of the last verse of legislation, last complete chapter, and very last verse of Quran revealed. Also the engaging story of Umar, Ibn Abbaas, and the Elders of Badr. The entire story of this surah, the Farewell Sermon, and the Prophet's (PBUH) death in context. and, of course, ben...

- Untranslated Islam, with Ben Yusef Episode 18:

Tarteel: Mid- Paced Contemplative Recitation Brother Ben reviews Imam An-Nawawee's advices on the steps to take to feel our Quran: Sincerity, Deep Contemplation, Reciting a verse repeatedly, and Crying from Deep Contemplation. Then, Imam An-Nawawee explains the importance of mid-paced contemplative recitation to achieve this goal. he brings proof from Quran and Sunnah for this 'Tartee...

Untranslated Islam, with Ben Yusef Episode 16:

Feeling Surat An-Nasr- Culmination of a Great Affair In this episode, Shaykh Uthaymeen details the culmination of events that led to the opening of Makkah. He deals with the Treaty of Hudaybiyyah, the 8 years of peace, and how that time was used positively, resulting the Prophet's ability to Conquer Makkah peacefully, shedding no blood, and having righteousness prevail! Also, we bring t...

Untranslated Islam, with Ben Yusef Episode 15:

Reflections of Aid and Victory from Surat An- Nasr In this episode, brief reminders and benefits from Suratun Nasr. He gives advice on always living right so that when life's difficulties hit, we can hope for God's Aid and Assistance. the key points of benefit are from Shaykh Uthaymeen and Ibn Katheer. for more details, see timestamps below:

- 00:00 - Intro

- 01:05 - Names of Surat An Nas...

Untranslated Islam, with Ben Yusef Episode 12:

Ibn Al Jawzee- Story of the Beautiful Temptress, the Cuckold Husband vs. Imam Ubayd Ibn Umayr Ibn Al- Qayyim relates from his predecessor Ibn Al- Jawzee this intriguing narration about a cuckold husband who gives permission to his temptress wife to go and seduce Imam Ubayd Ibn Umayr with her beauty! What ensues? let's take the journey together... -

00:00 - Intro

00:55 - Story related by I...

Untranslated Islam, with Ben Yusef Episode 10:

Ibn Al-Qiyyam- Curing himself/An- Nawawee-"Short Surahs are Enough" Has anyone ever discareded a gifted gem, claiming that it was 'too small'??!! IT'S A GEM! Now it's time to discover the power of the GEMS You've been gifted Ibn Al- Qayyim and Imam An- Nawawee (RA)2 are doing us the honors of advising and demonstrating.

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Intro - Getting Salat in ord...

Untranslated Islam, with Ben Yusef Episode 8:

Ibn Al-Qayyim- 3 Prerequisites To Make a Cure Effective You have the medicine! Now, will you strive to make yourself one fit to give it? Don't hate on others. Rather, appreciate the decree, treat everyone with goodness, and constantly strive to attain your best self. What you have is Enough!... if you'll just pay the attention needed to activate it! For more detail, see timestamps below:...