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Most people assume sleep breaks wudu — but is that always the case?
In this episode of al-Muwatta, Ustadh Abdulrahman Hassan explores a narration from Umar ibn al-Khattab (Kitab at-Taharah, Hadith 10…
It’s not just a trip. It’s worship, history, and knowledge—day after day. Perform your Umrah with focus. Learn through guided lessons. Visit places you’ve only heard about—and see with your own eyes …
Think you’re doing enough as a Muslim? Before you answer, ask yourself—are you fulfilling the rights Allah has placed on your shoulders?
In this gripping wake-up call, Ustadh Abdulrahman Hassan walks…
They praised him in public, plotted against him in secret.
When the Prophet ﷺ arrived in Madinah, the open enemies from the People of the Book and the non-believing Arab tribes weren’t the only threa…
You’re putting in the effort—studying, attending classes, even memorising Qur’an—but still feel stuck. The passion is there, but the growth isn’t. Why?
In this powerful lecture, Ustadh Abdulrahman Ha…
When was the last time your heart truly trembled at Allah's Words?
Surah Al-Hadeed calls out to every heart that has been numbed by the distractions of the Dunya, burdened by delays in repentance, de…
They say the truth is complicated — but Ahlus Sunnah carry it in just a few lines.
In a time where creed is debated, diluted, and reshaped by opinions, desires, and philosophy, there is a need to ret…
You stand before Allah with it in every prayer - but have you truly reflected on its meaning?
What’s the difference between Hamd and Shukr - and why does Allah begin with one and not the other? What’…
Before Al-Fatiha is recited, two phrases shape how we approach the Qur’an: seeking refuge and the Basmalah.
In this in-depth tafsir (exegesis) of Surah Al-Fatiha, Ustadh Abdulrahman Hassan unpacks th…
We keep asking what’s gone wrong with Muslims today—but we’re ignoring the one thing that’s always brought nations to their knees.
From the people of Nuh, to Aad and Thamud, to the people of Lut—ever…
One day, your loved ones might rely on you to get it right...
In this video, Ustadh Abdulrahman Hassan explains Kitab al-Janaiz from the renowned book Umdat Al-Ahkam.
He outlines the rulings on wash…
You may be a practicing Muslim... but are you special in the sight of Allah?
Allah describes and praises a group of believers in the Qur’an—people distinguished by 12 rare and powerful traits.
Most M…
What happens when every scheme of a plotter is met with a verse from the All-Knowing, the All-Seeing?
In this gripping episode of the Seerah, Ustadh Abdulrahman Hassan takes us deep into the tension …
As Ramadan draws to a close, the challenge begins: how do you keep going when the nights feel quieter, the reminders less frequent, and the motivation starts to slip?
Many of us feel that dip—struggl…
You spent a month in worship—will one day undo it all?
Eid is a time of joy, celebration, and gratitude. But not all forms of celebration are the same.
Some are rooted in the Sunnah—marked by remembr…
What kind of life are you living… if death doesn’t concern you, and knowledge doesn’t change you?
So many of us chase comfort, delay repentance, and treat sacred knowledge like an option — not a nece…
Many today are eager to seek knowledge—but eagerness alone doesn’t build scholars. Without proper etiquette, the journey often falls short of its purpose.
In this lecture, Ustadh Abdulrahman Hassan t…
How closely does your prayer reflect the way the Prophet ﷺ prayed?
Most people learn Salah by imitation—rarely by study. But aligning your prayer with the Sunnah isn't optional. It’s a matter of foll…
Ever wondered what it really takes to understand the Quran the way the scholars do?
Tafseer isn’t just about reading translations—it’s about unlocking the deeper meanings, historical context, and lin…
Fasting isn’t just about hunger—it’s a path to piety, patience, and self-discipline. But have you ever stopped to reflect on why Allah commanded it?
In this powerful talk, Shaikh Dr. Asim Al Qaryooti…