Entries by Yaseen Kippie

Youth, Identity, and Islam: Social Media and Muslim Youth – Shaykh Dr. Muhammad Abu Bakr Badhib

This is the final of four articles based on the On-Demand Course ‘Youth, Identity, and Islam’, which delves into the intersection of faith, identity, and societal challenges, providing practical strategies to build resilience and a strong sense of self. In this article, we will look at the dangers of social media and the role of […]

Youth, Identity, and Islam: Fostering Healthy Religious Identities by Moulana Zakariyya Harneker

This is the third of four articles based on the On-Demand Course ‘Youth, Identity, and Islam’, which delves into the intersection of faith, identity, and societal challenges, providing practical strategies to build resilience and a strong sense of self. Fostering Healthy Religious Identities In building communities that foster healthy religious identities, discussions with youth might […]

Youth, Identity, and Islam: Navigating Identity in a Multicultural World by Shaykh Abdul-Samee al-Yakti

This is the second of four articles based on the On-Demand Course ‘Youth, Identity, and Islam’, which delves into the intersection of faith, identity, and societal challenges, providing practical strategies to build resilience and a strong sense of self. This article will look at two main sections: Addressing and resolving the issue of identity crisis, […]

Youth, Identity, and Islam: Exploring Identity and Faith by Shaykh Muhammad Carr

This is the first of four articles based on the On-Demand Course ‘Youth, Identity, and Islam’, will delves into the intersection of faith, identity, and societal challenges, providing practical strategies to build resilience and a strong sense of self. Exploring Faith and Identity Faith and identity are fundamental aspects of human existence, shaping how we […]

What is Beneficial Islamic Knowledge? – Virtues of Knowledge and Good Intentions from Birgivi’s Tariqa Muhammadiyya – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

This is the sixth and final in a series of articles based on the SeekersGuidance Course on Imam Birgivi’s discussion on Beneficial Islamic Knowledge in his Tariqa al-Muhammadiyya. As we continue our exploration of Birgivi’s Tariqa al-Muhammadiyya, we will cover two key areas. First, we will examine some of the scholarly texts regarding the virtues […]

What is Beneficial Islamic Knowledge? – The Virtues of Knowledge in the Sunna from Birgivi’s Tariqa Muhammadiyya – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

This is the fifth in a series of six articles based on the SeekersGuidance Course on Imam Birgivi’s discussion on Beneficial Islamic Knowledge in his Tariqa al-Muhammadiyya. The Virtues Of Knowledge In The Sunna Of Our Beloved Messenger (Allah bless him and give him peace) The Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace) emphasized […]

What is Beneficial Islamic Knowledge? – The Virtues of Knowledge in the Quran from Birgivi’s Tariqa Muhammadiyya – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

This is the fourth in a series of six articles based on the SeekersGuidance Course on Imam Birgivi’s discussion on Beneficial Islamic Knowledge in his Tariqa al-Muhammadiyya. The Quran is itself knowledge. What is the Quran? It is a revelation of guidance from Allah Most High. And what is guidance? It is knowledge that illuminates […]

What is Beneficial Islamic Knowledge? – Recommended Knowledge from Birgivi’s Tariqa Muhammadiyya – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

This is the third in a series of six articles based on the SeekersGuidance Course on Imam Birgivi’s discussion on Beneficial Islamic Knowledge in his Tariqa al-Muhammadiyya. Is Knowledge Generally Good? While knowledge is generally considered valuable, as it is often better to know than to remain unaware, its goodness depends on the nature of […]

What is Beneficial Islamic Knowledge? – Prohibited Knowledge from Birgivi’s Tariqa Muhammadiyya – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

This is the second in a series of six articles based on the SeekersGuidance Course on Imam Birgivi’s discussion on Beneficial Islamic Knowledge in his Tariqa al-Muhammadiyya. Why would some knowledge be prohibited? Wouldn’t it be that to know is better than not to know?  There’s a rational principle that the ulama lay down to […]

What is Beneficial Islamic Knowledge? – Obligatory Knowledge from Birgivi’s Tariqa Muhammadiyya – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

This is the first in a series of six articles based on the SeekersGuidance Course on Imam Birgivi’s discussion on Beneficial Islamic Knowledge in his Tariqa al-Muhammadiyya. In Tariqa al-Muhammadiyya, Imam al-Birgivi devotes an entire section to knowledge. This focus reflects the essential role of knowledge on the prophetic path, the path illuminated by Allah’s […]