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ZamZamAcademy
ZamZam Academy was established in 2003 to help disseminate knowledge of the Islamic Sciences (such as Aqeedah, Fiqh, Usul al-Fiqh, Tafseer, and Hadith) online.
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Mar 18, 2026 • 8min
al-Waali (The Sole Governor): Allah's Names & How to Use Them
Name covered in this lesson al-Waali (The Sole Governor)
In the Qur'an, Allah says, "To Allah belongs the Most Beautiful Names, so call on Him by them" (7:180). This verse encourages people to worship Allah by praising Him with His beautiful names and making du'ā'. In this series Dr. Mufti Abdur-Rahman goes through the famous 99 names of Allah and provides practical examples on which name to call on Him in different situations. Learning the names of Allah, or Asma ul-Husna, can help people get closer to Allah.

Mar 16, 2026 • 27min
Tafsir of Surah al-Hajj (The Pilgrimage)
Surah Al-Hajj is the 22nd chapter of the Qur'an. It contains 78 verses and is named after the Hajj, the pilgrimage that Muslims perform in Makkah.
Surah Al-Hajj emphasizes faith in God, the reality of the Day of Judgment, and the importance of sincere worship. It reminds people of God’s power in creation, warns those who deny the truth, and encourages believers to remain steadfast. The surah also explains the purpose and spiritual meaning of the Hajj pilgrimage, including sacrifice and devotion to God, and calls Muslims to strive in God’s cause while practicing justice and righteousness.
This video series is a curated collection of reflections and summaries drawn from the 30 Days with the Qur’an series, where each Juz was explored over the month of Ramadan. While not a full tafsir, these concise and heartfelt talks aim to highlight key themes and insights from each Surah to inspire a deeper connection with the Qur’an.
In this series, we’ve taken those reflections and focused them surah by surah, offering a dedicated video for each chapter of the Qur’an. The goal is to spark curiosity, build motivation, and encourage further study of the Qur’an in a manageable, engaging format.
Whether you're revisiting familiar Surahs or exploring new ones, these summaries are here to help you pause, reflect, and fall in love with the Qur’an all over again.

Mar 16, 2026 • 8min
al-Baatin (The Hidden One): Allah's Names & How to Use Them
Name covered in this lesson al-Baatin (The Hidden One)
In the Qur'an, Allah says, "To Allah belongs the Most Beautiful Names, so call on Him by them" (7:180). This verse encourages people to worship Allah by praising Him with His beautiful names and making du'ā'. In this series Dr. Mufti Abdur-Rahman goes through the famous 99 names of Allah and provides practical examples on which name to call on Him in different situations. Learning the names of Allah, or Asma ul-Husna, can help people get closer to Allah.

Mar 15, 2026 • 8min
az-Zaahir (The Manifest): Allah's Names & How to Use Them
Name covered in this lesson al-Awwal (The First)
In the Qur'an, Allah says, "To Allah belongs the Most Beautiful Names, so call on Him by them" (7:180). This verse encourages people to worship Allah by praising Him with His beautiful names and making du'ā'. In this series Dr. Mufti Abdur-Rahman goes through the famous 99 names of Allah and provides practical examples on which name to call on Him in different situations. Learning the names of Allah, or Asma ul-Husna, can help people get closer to Allah.

Mar 14, 2026 • 36min
Tafsir of Surah al-Anbiya (The Prophets)
Surah Al-Anbiya (The Prophets) is the 21st chapter of the Qur’an and contains 112 verses. It emphasizes the oneness of God (Tawhid), the reality of the Day of Judgment, and the role of prophets as guides for humanity. The surah recounts stories of several prophets—including Ibrahim (Abraham), Musa (Moses), Dawud (David), Sulaiman (Solomon), Ayyub (Job), Yunus (Jonah), Zakariya (Zechariah), and Isa (Jesus)—showing how they trusted in God during trials and were ultimately helped by Him. A key message of the surah is that all prophets brought the same core message: to worship one God and live righteously. It also reminds people that the world is temporary and urges them to reflect, repent, and prepare for the Hereafter.
This video series is a curated collection of reflections and summaries drawn from the 30 Days with the Qur’an series, where each Juz was explored over the month of Ramadan. While not a full tafsir, these concise and heartfelt talks aim to highlight key themes and insights from each Surah to inspire a deeper connection with the Qur’an.
In this series, we’ve taken those reflections and focused them surah by surah, offering a dedicated video for each chapter of the Qur’an. The goal is to spark curiosity, build motivation, and encourage further study of the Qur’an in a manageable, engaging format.
Whether you're revisiting familiar Surahs or exploring new ones, these summaries are here to help you pause, reflect, and fall in love with the Qur’an all over again.

Mar 14, 2026 • 10min
al-Aakhir (The Last): Allah's Names & How to Use Them
Name covered in this lesson al-Aakhir (The Last)
In the Qur'an, Allah says, "To Allah belongs the Most Beautiful Names, so call on Him by them" (7:180). This verse encourages people to worship Allah by praising Him with His beautiful names and making du'ā'. In this series Dr. Mufti Abdur-Rahman goes through the famous 99 names of Allah and provides practical examples on which name to call on Him in different situations. Learning the names of Allah, or Asma ul-Husna, can help people get closer to Allah.

Mar 13, 2026 • 23min
Surah al-Kafirun Part 2 | The Last Ten Surahs: the Power of the Message
Surah Al-Kāfirūn (Part 2), delivered by Dr. Mufti Abdur-Rahman Mangera as part of The Last Ten Surahs: The Power of the Message (Ramadan 2026 lecture series), continues the reflection on the closing verses of Surah Al-Kāfirūn and the firm distinction they establish between faith and disbelief.
In this session, Dr. Mangera explains how the repetition in the surah emphasizes the unwavering commitment of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and the believers to worship Allah alone, without compromise. The verses reinforce that true faith cannot be blended with other forms of worship or shaped by social pressure.
The talk concludes with the surah’s powerful final message: each community follows its own path, and the believer remains steadfast in devotion to Allah alone.
In this series we explore the profound wisdom of the last ten surahs of the Quran during Ramadan 2026.

Mar 13, 2026 • 8min
al-Awwal (The First): Allah's Names & How to Use Them
Name covered in this lesson al-Awwal (The First)
In the Qur'an, Allah says, "To Allah belongs the Most Beautiful Names, so call on Him by them" (7:180). This verse encourages people to worship Allah by praising Him with His beautiful names and making du'ā'. In this series Dr. Mufti Abdur-Rahman goes through the famous 99 names of Allah and provides practical examples on which name to call on Him in different situations. Learning the names of Allah, or Asma ul-Husna, can help people get closer to Allah.

Mar 13, 2026 • 13min
al-Mu'akhkhir (The Delayer): Allah's Names & How to Use Them
Name covered in this lesson al-Mu'akhkhir (The Delayer)
In the Qur'an, Allah says, "To Allah belongs the Most Beautiful Names, so call on Him by them" (7:180). This verse encourages people to worship Allah by praising Him with His beautiful names and making du'ā'. In this series Dr. Mufti Abdur-Rahman goes through the famous 99 names of Allah and provides practical examples on which name to call on Him in different situations. Learning the names of Allah, or Asma ul-Husna, can help people get closer to Allah.

Mar 11, 2026 • 31min
Tafsir of Surah Taha
Surah Taha is the 20th chapter of the Qur'an. It is a Makkan surah consisting of 135 verses and focuses on strengthening faith, patience, and trust in Allah.
A major part of the surah tells the story of Prophet Musa, including his encounter with Allah at Mount Sinai, his mission to guide Pharaoh, and the struggles of guiding the Children of Israel. The surah highlights Allah’s mercy, the importance of prayer, and the reminder that guidance comes from remembering and following Allah’s message.
Overall, Surah Taha encourages believers to remain steadfast in faith, trust Allah during difficulties, and reflect on the consequences of rejecting divine guidance.
This video series is a curated collection of reflections and summaries drawn from the 30 Days with the Qur’an series, where each Juz was explored over the month of Ramadan. While not a full tafsir, these concise and heartfelt talks aim to highlight key themes and insights from each Surah to inspire a deeper connection with the Qur’an.
In this series, we’ve taken those reflections and focused them surah by surah, offering a dedicated video for each chapter of the Qur’an. The goal is to spark curiosity, build motivation, and encourage further study of the Qur’an in a manageable, engaging format.
Whether you're revisiting familiar Surahs or exploring new ones, these summaries are here to help you pause, reflect, and fall in love with the Qur’an all over again.


