Yasir Qadhi

In this video, Shaykh Yasir continues the difficulties that were arising in the quest for Islam and how our Prophet ﷺ sought to make adjustments but never once thought of abandoning our Deen. For the spread of Islam to the farthest extent possible, the Prophet ﷺ realised he needed a place to congregate with his supporters. So, how did he choose an appropriate place for this purpose and what was the wisdom behind the choice? Shaykh Yasir elaborates. The next major incident was the first immigration to Abyssinia which is in Africa. When these tactics of torture and humiliation continued at the hands of the pagans, the Prophet ﷺ suggested to the Sahaba of migrating to Abyssinia. One has to imagine how difficult and utterly demotivating was the situation in Mecca for them to prefer going to Abyssinia over staying in Mecca. What were the wisdoms of choosing Abyssinia as the safety net? Listen intently and be mesmerised by the sheer intellect of our Prophet ﷺ. When the Prophet ﷺ gave this command, 15 people migrated in total, 11 men and 4 women. Who were they and what criteria was to be met for the selected people to migrate? Watch this episode of the Seerah for interesting details.

The series on the Seerah continues and Shaykh Yasir divulges numerous details on the torture and persecution of the weak. We are also acquainted with some famous names who set a praiseworthy example of bravery and dedication to the pursuit of Islam even in the wake of hardships and trials. The famous incident that occurred relating to the jews was their challenge to the Prophet ﷺ to answer three questions - no one would know the answer except a true prophet from Israel: The young men who entered a cave and slept a long time - only a prophet would know the details. A man who travelled the world from the east to west. Ask him about the ruh and what it is made of. Eventually, Allah SWT revealed Surah Kahf to answer all these questions and Prophet ﷺ emerged victorious once again. The first seven to revert to Islam were Ibn Masud, Abu Bakr, Ammar ibn Yasir, his mother Sumaya, Suhaib ar-Rumi, Bilal and al-Miqdad. As for the Prophet ﷺ, Allah protected through his uncle Abu Talib. As for Abu Bakr RA, then Allah protected him through his own tribe, the Banu Quhafa. How Bilal ibn Rabah RA was tortured incessantly and how he kept  a brave face in the wake of this torment and as a reward, how Allah raised his status in Islam makes for an interesting listen and should be heard to feel the greatness of these Sahabas who walked the face of this earth. The torture of Yasir and Sumaya RA, and their two sons Muhammad and Ammar - is another heart wrenching story which tugs at our hearts and makes us appreciate our Deen more and makes us realise that people have gone to great lengths to propagate our Deen for us and it is our duty to honour them by commemorating them. The other well known sahabi who reverted very early is Suhayb ar-Rumi and his torment and torture is also explicitly explained.  The punishment for the wrongdoers is made very evident and makes us affirm the justice of Allah is imminent.

In this video, Shaykh Yasir delves on the various other ways in which the Quraysh sought to oppose the message of the Prophet ﷺ and his quest for the propagation of Islam. Chief among these was putting a ban on the recitation of the Qur'an and advocating numerous ways to stop it from being heard by the people.another way was to to ridicule the Prophet ﷺ and his believers. We also gather insight on the famous story wherein the three leaders of Quraysh went in secret to hear the recitation of the Prophet ﷺ. It makes for an interesting listen and is not to be missed. The narration of the famous incident of outright bribery that transpired in connection with Utbah ibn Rabi'ah is up for discussion and numerous details come to the fore. Utbah was from the Banu Hashim and was a man of wisdom and he was a distant cousin of the Prophet ﷺ. Major lessons in facing trials can be inculcated through this story and should be listened to fully fathom the greatness of our Prophet ﷺ even in such trying circumstances and not leaving the side of Islam even for a second.

Shaykh Yasir Qadhi picks the next topic in the Seerah to be that of the series of events that enable the declaration of Prophethood. The stages of dawah are five, each is a legitimate stage for any muslim community. What are they? We get suitable answers. How did the idol worshippers oppose this message of the Dawah of the Prophet ﷺ? There were many ways that were adopted by the people to achieve their means. Listen intently and understand how these methods influence one in the day to day lives too. The entire story of Abu Talib intertwined with the Prophet ﷺ quest for propagation of Islam is an interesting listen with numerous facts and information coming to the fore. It shows the ultimate test of trials and tribulations on the part of both Abu Talib RA and Prophet ﷺ and how their relationship saw different turns because of this. Why did not Allah make Abu Talib heart turn towards Islam even though the love of the Prophet ﷺ for his uncle was never a hidden thing. What was Allah’s wisdom behind this? Shaykh Yasir provides answers. Next up for discussion are the uncles of the Prophet ﷺ and how each one is different from the other. Four people, all sons of the same father, and all uncles of the greatest to live. All of this goes to show that our fathers and uncles and sons will not help us. This is the basic message the Prophet ﷺ said, "Nobody can help you against the punishment of Allah - you must save yourself".

In this video, Shaykh Yasir Qadhi dissects the entire happenings that transpired amidst the Second Revelation to our beloved Prophet ﷺ. Numerous questions come to the fore and each question is explicitly elaborated upon with impeccable answers. For instance, how was Surah Muddaththir revealed? What verses were revealed to the Prophet ﷺ from this Surah initially? What exactly is a revelation? How does it occur? It is a direct communication from Allah to mankind. Ibn Qayyim said the Prophet ﷺ was inspired by 7 different means which are elucidated by Shaykh Yasir and we are left in awe. The Shaykh also discusses the reason for the 30-40 day gap before the second revelation.  Some scholars claim that our Prophet ﷺ became a Nabi with Iqra. When he got second revelation, he became a Rasul. What is the difference between them? There are four opinions in this regard and Shaykh Yasir divulges details elaborately. What is the purpose of prophets? Why do we need them? Who were the first and earliest reverts to Islam? Who were the batch of converts who had converted directly at the hands of the Prophet ﷺ? And who had the similar privilege at the hands of Abu Bakr As Siddiq RA? Watch this interesting episode of the Seerah for answers.

Shaykh Yasir Qadhi imparts ample knowledge about the story of the Ka'bah and the profound symbolisms in the series of events that transpired during its building. The story of the noble character of our Prophet ﷺ in the wake of the story behind Zayd Ibn Harithah RA is an embodiment of excellent traits that our Prophet ﷺ portrayed. The extreme fondness that the Prophet ﷺ had for Zayd RA and how was the relationship with him in his lifetime. Aisha RA is the main narrator of the Hadith of how wahi or revelation began and the contents of this very long hadith have been elucidated in immense detail. This chapter marks an instrumental and life changing event in the life of the Prophet ﷺ.  This has to be listened to savour the course of action of this event. Prior to prophet hood, the Prophet ﷺ sees dreams, hears stones saying salaam etc., for 6 months or so. It is as if the Prophet ﷺ was being spiritually trained for the big revelation.numerous interesting details come to the fore which leave us mesmerized at the sheer Qadr of Allah. Shaykh Yasir also dissects the happenings during the course of the revelation and how the wife of the Prophet ﷺ stood by him in this monumental event is worth listening to. Lessons can be learnt, imbibed and inculcated on how to conduct oneself in our day to day lives as well.

In this video by Shaykh Yasir Qadhi, he commences his talk about the story of the marriage of the Prophet ﷺ with Khadijah RA, the building of the Kaaba, and also how the Prophet ﷺ was protected as a young man before the prophethood was bestowed upon him. The marriage details are explicitly documented and deserve a worthy listen to understand how pure and noble was this alliance. We also get a clarification on the actual age of Khadija RA at the time of her marriage to the Prophet ﷺ. The blessings of Khadija RA and her contribution in the life of our Prophet ﷺ should be listened to appreciate this noble lady even more. The family of the Prophet ﷺ that he nurtured along with Khadija RA is next up for discussion and we get a clear understanding of the children of the Prophet ﷺ. The building of the Ka'bah, the hindrances that transpired in the making, the attitude of the Jahiliyyah age and many more facts are disclosed in this video which makes us reflect endlessly on Allah’s Qadr. What was the reason behind the hardships and grievances in the life of the Prophet ﷺ? Also, what was Allah’s wisdom behind the  Prophet ﷺ not allowed to have fully mature sons? Get all your questions answered and be mesmerized as Shaykh Yasir puts all queries to rest.

In this video, Shaykh Yasir Qadhi delves into uncovering the details pertaining to the early manhood of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. The early life is almost undocumented but whatever could be found has been made possible. Our Prophet ﷺ was a shepherd at a very young age and used to tend for the flock of Makkah. The benefits and blessings of being a shepherd  and what qualities it inculcates in oneself are enlisted one by one. This makes us realize the reason behind Allah SWT making all Prophets having the profession of being a shepherd. Next in line for discussion is the Fijar wars of the Quraysh which saw the participation of Prophet ﷺ between 15 to 18 years of age. Why did these wars happen? What was the outcome? Shaykh Yasir Qadhi provides answers. The other topic which is explicitly explained is the Hilf al-Fudul or the Hilf al-Muthayyabiin. What are the benefits behind these two incidents? Watch the Shaykh explain explicitly.

In this video relating to the Prophet's ﷺ early childhood, we are acquainted with a plethora of credible and authentic information by Shaykh Yasir Qadhi. The first topic for discussion comes at the custom of the elite of the Quraysh to give their child away to be raised. Why was this done? How was it beneficial and what did they want to imbibe and inculcate in their offspring? We find answers to these pertinent questions with utmost ease. Also discussed at length is the famous and most mind boggling incident of Shaqqu’s-Sadr - The splitting open of the heart. What is the  spiritual aspect of the above incident? What did our Prophet ﷺ not have a luxurious and affluent childhood as opposed to living the life of an orphan? Why were such trials and tribulations meted out on our Prophet ﷺ? What is the wisdom of Allah SWT behind this? Get your most bewildering questions answered by Shaykh Yasir in the wake of authentic facts.

This interesting video sees Shaykh Dr Yasir Qadhi reflect upon the birth of the Prophet ﷺ and why Allah chose Arabia to send the Prophet ﷺ. Moreover, he delves into how this happened in actuality and whose dua was answered in this context and what was that dua? We also are made to ponder on the type of Shirk that the people in the period of Jahiliyyah indulged in and how it still fell into the very bracket of Shirk. Explicit details are divulged on the birth of the Prophet ﷺ which includes almost everything there is to know with regards to his parents - Abdullah and Amina. Also, the numerous conjectures surrounding the exact date of the birth of the Prophet ﷺ are put to rest with around 10 different opinions being brought to the fore. One such explanation can be seen in the following : The Prophet ﷺ was asked about fasting on Mondays and he said: “That is a day on which I was born and on it my mission began – or Revelation came to me.”