Yasir Qadhi YOU have a lot to be thankful for
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Mar 24, 2026 A reflective talk on the central role of praise and gratitude in daily life and worship. Stories from prophets illustrate constant thankfulness as a spiritual habit. Practical tips show how small acts of dhikr cultivate humility and cleanse arrogance. The discussion ties Eid and Ramadan gratitude to ongoing resilience amid anti-Muslim hostility and urges patient, exemplary outreach.
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Adam Sneezed And Said Alhamdulillah
- The hadith of Adam sneezing: as the soul entered Adam he sneezed and his first words were Alhamdulillah, illustrating immediate gratefulness at creation.
- Yasir Qadhi narrates Allah saying يَرْحَمُكَ اللَّهِ يَا آدَمُ after Adam's first praise, emphasizing divine approval.
Prophets Modeled Hamd In Crisis And Blessing
- Prophets used hamd in key moments: Nuh was told to say Alhamdulillah on the ark and Ibrahim praised Allah after receiving children and building the Kaaba.
- Yasir Qadhi gives direct Quranic and prophetic examples linking hamd to gratitude in crises and blessings.
Make Alhamdulillah A Daily Habit
- Make saying Alhamdulillah a daily habit to cleanse arrogance and increase appreciation for Allah's blessings.
- Yasir Qadhi urges frequent repetition, calling it heavy on the scales and capable of changing heart and conduct.