Lecture 12: Balancing Acceptance, Action, and Hope: Practical Steps for Modern Muslims
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As salāmu alaykum and welcome to Loving and Living the Qur'an, your guide to practical spirituality for modern Muslims. In this series, recorded from our live sessions during Muharram (July 2024), we're reflecting on the theme of "Finding Peace in an Imperfect World." If you have any comments or suggestions for future topics, please email us at . Also, make sure to sign up for our newsletter at livingthequran.org to stay updated on new episodes. Thank you for tuning in! Episode Discussion: Continuing our theme of "Finding Peace in an Imperfect World," today's focus is on...
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Lecture 11: Understanding Self-Worth: Insights and Reflections for Modern Muslims
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As salāmu alaykum and welcome to Loving and Living the Qur'an, a podcast dedicated to practical spirituality for modern Muslims. In this episode, we dive into the theme of self-esteem, a topic we've been exploring throughout this month of Adha. Self-esteem, or self-worth, is crucial for our mental and emotional well-being. It shapes how we perceive ourselves, handle life's challenges, and interact with the world. When we feel good about ourselves, we can face difficulties with confidence and resilience. Conversely, low self-esteem can make life's challenges feel even more daunting. Join us as...
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Lecture 10: Navigating Life's Challenges: Practical Wisdom for Modern Muslims
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As salāmu alaykum and welcome back to Loving and Living the Qur'an. In this episode, we explore how to navigate life's difficulties with grace and resilience, a theme we focused on during Muharram this year. Join us as we discuss practical strategies for maintaining balance and happiness in a world that often feels turbulent and unpredictable. We’ll delve into how to create a supportive home environment, cultivate meaningful relationships, and implement simple, intentional actions that can make a big difference in your daily life. Discover how to blend spiritual insights with practical...
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Lecture 9: Finding Peace in an Imperfect World: Reflections from Muharram
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As-salāmu alaykum and welcome back to Loving and Living the Qur'an. In this episode, we dive deep into our Muharram reflections on "Finding Peace in an Imperfect World." Join us as we explore the challenges of balancing acceptance, action, and hope amidst life's trials. We’ll discuss how the Qur'an guides us to cultivate inner tranquility and build peaceful relationships, even when the world feels chaotic. Discover practical insights on creating harmony in your home and heart, drawing from both scripture and personal experiences. Share your thoughts and suggestions with us at and stay...
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Lecture 8: Gratitude in Hard Times: Finding Peace Amidst Challenges
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As-salāmu alaykum! Welcome back to Loving and Living the Qur'an. In today’s episode, we dive deep into our ongoing series, "Finding Peace in an Imperfect World." We'll explore how gratitude can be a powerful tool for finding inner peace, especially when facing life’s challenges. We'll reflect on the teachings of the Qur'an and the Ahlulbayt about maintaining gratitude during tough times. You'll learn practical tips for cultivating gratitude even when things aren’t going well, and discover how this practice can transform your perspective and resilience. Join us as we discuss the profound...
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Lecture 7: The Practice of Gratitude to Cultivate Inner Peace
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As salāmu alaykum and welcome to another episode of Loving and Living the Qur'an! In today’s lecture, the seventh in our series “Finding Peace in an Imperfect World,” we explore the transformative power of gratitude. Recorded live during Muharram 2024, this episode dives into how gratitude, both a command and a promise from Allah, can help us find peace and happiness even amidst life’s challenges! Join us as we reflect on the Qur'anic teachings about gratitude, its benefits, and practical ways to incorporate it into our daily lives. Learn how being grateful not only brings us closer...
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Lecture 6: The Practice of Trust [Tawakkul] to Cultivate Inner Peace Part 2
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As-salāmu alaykum and welcome to another episode of Loving and Living the Qur'an. In this episode, recorded during our Muharram sessions in July 2024, we delve into finding tranquility in a world that often feels far from perfect. We explore the profound concept of tawakkul—trusting in Allah's plan—by examining its role in reducing anxiety and fostering inner peace. Join us as we reflect on the teachings of the Qur'an and Hadith, discuss the impact of trusting Allah’s plan on our emotional well-being, and share inspiring stories from the Qur'an that illustrate how tawakkul can transform...
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Lecture 5: The Practice of Trust [Tawakkul] to Cultivate Inner Peace Part 1
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As-salāmu alaykum! Welcome to another episode of Loving and Living the Qur'an. In today’s episode, we dive into our fifth lecture from the Muharram series, focusing on "Finding Peace in an Imperfect World: Balancing Acceptance, Action, and Hope." Join us as we explore the concept of tawakkul (trust in Allah) and how it can transform our approach to life's challenges. We'll discuss practical steps to cultivate this trust amidst modern anxieties and uncertainties. Learn how to balance your efforts with faith and how to find inner peace even when things seem out of control. We also touch on...
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Lecture 4: The Practice of Contentment to Cultivate Inner Peace
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As-salāmu alaykum! Welcome back to Loving and Living the Quran. In this episode, we dive into our series on "Finding Peace in an Imperfect World," recorded during our Muharram sessions. Today, we’re exploring the practice of contentment and how it ties into our quest for inner peace. We’ll reflect on why contentment is so elusive in today’s world of constant comparison and materialism. From the Qur'anic perspective to practical tips, we’ll discuss how to cultivate a sense of peace and satisfaction, regardless of what we have or don’t have. Join us as we unpack: The concept of...
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Lecture 3: The Practice of Acceptance to Cultivate Inner Peace
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As salāmu alaykum and welcome back to Loving and Living the Quran! In today’s episode, we’re diving into the third part of our Muharram series, exploring "Finding Peace in an Imperfect World: Balancing Acceptance, Action, and Hope." We’re continuing our journey of reflection and practical spirituality, focusing on how we can find inner peace amidst the chaos of modern life. Join us as we unravel the Qur'anic concepts of peace, from the idea of Salam to the deeper meanings of Sakina and contentment. We’ll discuss how understanding these teachings can help us navigate our personal...
info_outlineIhsan towards parents and the challenges of multigenerational relationships.
The story of an ideal family:
- The contract of a parent is time-limited till the child reaches the age of 21.
- Age 0-7: build a relationship of trust with the child.
- Age 7-14: train the child in life skills.
- Age 14-21: act as a consultant.
- Age 21 onwards: a parent’s duty is now discharged to God.
Continuing responsibilities after the age of 21:
- Children are still entitled to respect and care.
- Children still need advice but they should be treated as adults.
Status that Allah has given parents seen in the light of the Holy Quran:
- Children are first supposed to spend on parents.
- Children must not do shirk and must do Ihsan.
- Parents are the second closest relationship for children after God.
- Children must pray for their parents and serve them.
- The responsibilities of children towards parents grow much more as the latter get older.
- Children must not show any sign of disdain or frustration towards their parents.
- Children must show compassion and humility towards their parents.
- According to Hadith, a mother who dies whilst serving her family is given the same status as a martyr on the Day of Judgement.
- A mother has jannah under her feet- she is their first Rabb.
How should parents deal with children who have made mistakes:
- Pardon them and ask pardon for them.
- Consult and advise them gently.
- Build relationships with your children.
Responsibilities of children towards their parents:
- Children’s duties towards parents increase as the latter age.
- As children become stronger parents are heading towards a decline.
- A healthy multi-generational relationship is good for all generations.
- Show pleasure at taking care of parents.
Four keys to having strong inter-generational relationships:
- Respect the other person even if they have an outlook different from yours.
- Reciprocity: treat one another in a kind manner.
- Resilience.
- Real communication.
LINKS:
SURAH BAQARAH VERSE 215
SURAH NISA VERSE 36
SURAH IBRAHIM VERSE 41
SURAH ISRA VERSE 23, 24
SURAH ANKABUT VERSE 8
SURAH LUQMAN VERSE 14
SURAH AHQAF VERSE 15, 16, 17
SURAH NUH VERSE 28
SURAH ALI’ IMRAN VERSE 159
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