Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq

The Scholar & Exegete Sayyiduna Abdullah ibn Abbas Part 2 May 21, 2026 01:13:30 The Scholar & Exegete Sayyidunā ʿAbdullāh ibn ʿAbbās Part 2 of 2 Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 3rd May 2024 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/enTn3rkL7v4 This talk reflects on the esteemed position of ʿAbdullāh ibn ʿAbbās (r.a.) as a prominent scholar and exegete of the Quran, emphasizing his youthful wisdom and knowledge that transcended his age. By outlinin

The Scholar & Exegete Sayyiduna Abdullah ibn Abbas Part 1 May 21, 2026 01:08:56 The Scholar & Exegete Sayyidunā ʿAbdullāh ibn ʿAbbās Part 1 of 2 Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 26th April 2024 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/hGedgTTlggY This talk delves into the life and contributions of ʿAbdullāh ibn ʿAbbās, his profound relationship with the Prophet ﷺ, and his evolution into an eminent repository of Islamic knowledge. By providing deta

The Young Sage & Page Sayyiduna Anas ibn Malik Part 3 Apr 30, 2026 01:27:41 The Young Sage & Page Sayyidunā Anas ibn Mālik Part 3 of 3 Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 16th February 2024 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Part 1: https://youtu.be/oFalIASSwog Part 2: https://youtu.be/daxapRBm6pE Part 3: https://youtu.be/LqbbiJQgu4M This talk explores various themes such as hospitality and humility, drawing from anecdotes that illustrate how both the Prophet ﷺ an

The Young Sage & Page Sayyiduna Anas ibn Malik Part 2 Apr 30, 2026 00:57:15 The Young Sage & Page Sayyidunā Anas ibn Mālik Part 2 of 3 Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 9th February 2024 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Part 1: https://youtu.be/oFalIASSwog Part 2: https://youtu.be/daxapRBm6pE Part 3: https://youtu.be/LqbbiJQgu4M This talk begins with a brief mention of the impact of family in cultivating values before delving into specific anecdotes about how

The Young Sage & Page Sayyiduna Anas ibn Malik Part 1 Apr 30, 2026 01:05:59 The Young Sage & Page Sayyidunā Anas ibn Mālik Part 1 of 3 Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 2nd February 2024 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Part 1: https://youtu.be/oFalIASSwog Part 2: https://youtu.be/daxapRBm6pE Part 3: https://youtu.be/LqbbiJQgu4M This three-part series reflects on the life of Anas ibn Mālik (ra) and the wider circle of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, showing how knowle

The Scholarly Zeal of Sayyidunā Abū Hurayrah Part 2 Dec 12, 2025 01:02:10 The Scholarly Zeal of Sayyidunā Abū Hurayrah Part 2 of 2 Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 26th January 2024 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/90KYuozl4Wc Part 1: https://youtu.be/L-1b4j1j3GA This talk focuses on the profound scholarly zeal of Abū Hurayrah r.a, who is recognized as the most prolific narrator of hadith, with approximately 5400 ahadith attributed

The Scholarly Zeal of Sayyidunā Abū Hurayrah Part 1 Dec 12, 2025 01:18:14 The Scholarly Zeal of Sayyidunā Abū Hurayrah Part 1 of 2 Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 19th January 2024 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/L-1b4j1j3GA Part 2: https://youtu.be/90KYuozl4Wc This talk provides an extensive overview of the life and legacy of Sayyidunā Abū Hurayrah r.a., a notable companion of the Prophet ﷺ, who became the most prolific narrator

The Learned Lady & Mother of the Ummah ʿĀʾishah Part 3 Nov 28, 2025 01:14:10 The Learned Lady & Mother of the Ummah ʿĀʾishah Part 3 of 3 Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 15th December 2023 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/XuCKdxikl9o Part 1: https://youtu.be/WkF-Zg1lfKE Part 2: https://youtu.be/tg9-SkSOjas This talk emphasizes the significant role of translating Islamic knowledge into action, highlighting the example of Umm Al-Mu'minin

The Learned Lady & Mother of the Ummah ʿĀʾishah Part 2 Nov 27, 2025 01:10:37 The Learned Lady & Mother of the Ummah ʿĀʾishah Part 2 of 3 Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 8th December 2023 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/tg9-SkSOjas Part 1: https://youtu.be/WkF-Zg1lfKE Part 3: https://youtu.be/XuCKdxikl9o This talk emphasizes the significant role of ‘Aisha (r.a) in Islamic scholarship and her unique position as the wife of the Prophet

The Learned Lady & Mother of the Ummah ʿĀʾishah Part 1 Nov 26, 2025 01:15:10 The Learned Lady & Mother of the Ummah ʿĀʾishah Part 1 Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 1st December 2023 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/WkF-Zg1lfKE Part 2: https://youtu.be/tg9-SkSOjas Part 3: https://youtu.be/XuCKdxikl9o This lecture delves into the life of Umm al-Mu'minīn ‘Aisha (r.a.), emphasizing her unique position as the daughter of Abu Bakr (r.a.) an

The Legacy of Sayyidunā ʿAbdullāh ibn Masʿūd Oct 28, 2025 01:44:12 The Legacy of Sayyidunā ʿAbdullāh ibn Masʿūd Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 17th November 2023 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/zeHKoO-fElI The talk centres on the profound legacy of ʿAbdullāh ibn Masʿūd (r.a), one of the most trusted companions of the Prophet ﷺ, exploring his extensive knowledge and its enduring influence within Islamic scholarship. ʿAbdullā

The Sage & Scholar of the Ummah Sayyidunā ʿAbdullāh ibn Masʿūd Oct 15, 2025 01:38:11 The Sage & Scholar of the Ummah Sayyidunā ʿAbdullāh ibn Masʿūd Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 10th November 2023 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/jbU8ibxf5b8 The talk revolves around the life and legacy of ʿAbdullāh ibn Masʿūd (r.a.), one of the most illustrious companions of Rasulullah ﷺ, who played a pivotal role in early Islam. The talk highlights Ibn ibn

Seeking & Striving for Religious Success Part 2 Sep 12, 2025 01:29:08 Seeking & Striving for Religious Success Part 2 of 2 Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 14th July 2023 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/1POf31p0Soc This talk emphasizes the significance of striving in both personal and religious endeavours, underscoring the notion that achievement in any form—be it worldly or spiritual—demands earnest effort and sacrifice. The ta

Seeking & Striving for Religious Success Part 1 Sep 8, 2025 01:21:39 Seeking & Striving for Religious Success Part 1 of 2 Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 7th July 2023 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/xNhTSSQPaPk The talk provides a deep reflection on the recent celebrations of Eid and the indispensable themes of sacrifice associated with Hajj, emphasizing that the essence of these traditions transcends mere animal offerings to

Friend or Foe - The Effects of Company Part 2 Jul 3, 2025 01:16:50 Friend or Foe? The Effects of Company Part 2 of 2 Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 17th February 2023 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/MFSoFxJdO4g This talk emphasizes the profound impact that friends and companions have on an individual’s faith, behaviour, and overall character. Drawing upon various aḥādīth and Qur'anic verses, it illustrates the idea that a p

Friend or Foe? The Effects of Company Part 1 Jun 26, 2025 01:40:40 Friend or Foe? The Effects of Company Part 1 of 2 Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 10th February 2023 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/Ufwtuea-N4w The emphasis of this talk revolves around the significant influence of companionship on an individual's character, behaviours, and beliefs. The talk references Quranic verses and aḥādīth that highlight the necessity

Heeding Admontion Part 3 Jun 19, 2025 01:21:33 Heeding Admonition Part 3 of 3 Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 27th January 2023 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/3g1HOY6lvxw The talk emphasizes the significance of benefiting from divine guidance by actively engaging with religious teachings through listening, reflecting, and acting on them. The importance of personal responsibility, maintaining a sincere in

Heeding Admonition Part 2 Jun 17, 2025 01:24:09 Heeding Admonition Part 2 of 3 Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 20th January 2023 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/Px5_0raCe8U This talk revolves around the importance of genuinely engaging with religious teaching and taking personal responsibility for one’s spiritual growth and understanding. The talk emphasizes that merely attending lectures, reading, or list

Heeding Admonition Part 1 Jun 16, 2025 01:31:01 Heeding Admonition Part 1 of 3 Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 13th January 2023 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/-ZbJEEwB4Jk This talk emphasizes the importance of personal responsibility, sincere intentions, and humility when engaging with religious teachings. While individuals receive religious knowledge through various means - such as the Quran, Hadith, an

The Prophet ﷺ: A Servant of Allah Apr 25, 2025 01:03:37 The Prophet ﷺ: A Servant of Allah Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 9th December 2022 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/bQUC8knLpYQ This talk outlines the attributes and names of Rasulullah ﷺ, focusing on how Allah has elevated him through various titles such as Nabi, Rasul, Muhammad, and Ahmad, emphasizing his revered position as "Abdullah" or servant of Allah.

Obedience to the Messenger ﷺ Apr 23, 2025 01:07:58 Obedience to the Messenger ﷺ Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 2nd December 2022 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/gq-w7BfYq6o This talk emphasizes the multifaceted relationship between believers and the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, anchored in belief, support, love, and the essential aspect of obedience. The talk points out that simply believing in the Prophet ﷺ is insuf

Spirituality in a Material World Apr 16, 2025 01:07:36 Spirituality in a Material World Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Sunday 20th November 2022 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/z0cXYQPEfEQ This talk emphasizes the significance of spirituality in a materialistic world, highlighting that materialism can overshadow the unseen dimensions of faith if not acknowledged. Throughout the talk, important concepts such as the impo

The Prophet of Purity & Relief ﷺ Apr 11, 2025 01:12:42 The Prophet of Purity & Relief ﷺ Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 14th October 2022 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/LalP_sE-R3E This talk elaborates on the attributes of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ as mentioned in the Qur'an. Key points include the Prophet's ﷺ unlettered nature and how his role is to guide, instruct, and inspire people towards good (Ma’rouf) while

The Prophet ﷺ in the Scriptures Part 2 Apr 1, 2025 01:07:34 The Prophet ﷺ in the Scriptures Part 2 of 2 Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 7th October 2022 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/Pib9hSTYjjA The talk elaborates on the attributes of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, emphasizing his qualities as described in both the Quran and earlier scriptures like the Torah and Gospel. The talk discusses how the Prophet ﷺ was titled a "b

The Stinters - A Tafsir of Surat al-Mutaffifin Part 5 Mar 12, 2025 01:40:39 The Stinters - A Tafsīr of Sūrat al-Muṭaffifīn Part 5 of 5 Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 2nd September 2022 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/15MrZY3XELQ This final session continues to explore the fate of the dishonest (Muṭaffifīn) and their lack of belief in divine accountability. The discussion emphasizes how minor fraud in trade reflects a deeper moral an

The Stinters - A Tafsir of Surat al-Mutaffifin Part 4 Mar 12, 2025 00:55:09 The Stinters - A Tafsīr of Sūrat al-Muṭaffifīn Part 4 of 5 Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 1st July 2022 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/c_mux0p6vLY This talk particularly focuses on the warnings against those who cheat in their dealings (Muṭaffifīn) and the consequences of persistent sin. It explains that sinners develop a spiritual rust (rān) over their hea

The Stinters - A Tafsir of Surat al-Mutaffifin Part 3 Mar 12, 2025 01:14:28 The Stinters - A Tafsīr of Sūrat al-Muṭaffifīn Part 3 of 5 Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 24th June 2022 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/6fQz7wGfNMQ This talk delves deeper into the consequences of dishonesty, the importance of accountability, and the role of belief in the Hereafter. The talk explains that taṭfīf (stinting or cheating) extends beyond trade,

The Stinters - A Tafsir of Surat al-Mutaffifin Part 2 Mar 12, 2025 01:02:14 The Stinters - A Tafsīr of Sūrat al-Muṭaffifīn Part 2 of 5 Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 27th May 2022 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/xh-0xsDcgGE The lecture continues the Tafsīr of Sūrat al-Muṭaffifīn, highlighting its broader application beyond dishonest trade. While the verse explicitly condemns traders who cheat in weights and measures, the talk explai

The Stinters - A Tafsir of Surat al-Mutaffifin Part 1 Mar 12, 2025 01:24:14 The Stinters - A Tafsīr of Sūrat al-Muṭaffifīn Part 1 of 5 Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 20th May 2022 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/zQ8tMSDIqbQ This talk provides an in-depth Tafsīr of Sūrat al-Muṭaffifīn, explaining its historical context, linguistic significance, and broader ethical implications. The talk highlights that the Sūrah warns against fraudul

The Love of Jāh Feb 21, 2025 01:35:29 The Love of Jāh Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Sunday 6th March 2022 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/Ru5qbzctpqY The talk explores the concept of Jāh (fame, rank, and recognition) and its deep-rooted presence in human nature. The talk explains that Jāh is distinct from arrogance—while arrogance is the belief in one's superiority, Jāh is the craving for attention, r

Reflections on Surat al-Jumu'ah Feb 17, 2025 01:30:27 Reflections on Sūrat al-Jumuʿah Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 26th November 2021 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/qtL1kBC9mvM The talk provides an in-depth reflection on Surat al-Jumu'ah, particularly its final verses, which emphasize the significance of Jumu'ah Salah and proper conduct during it. The talk explains the Quranic command to hasten to the rememb

'The Most High': A Tafsīr of Sūrat al-Aʿlā Part 5 Feb 12, 2025 01:18:04 'The Most High': A Tafsīr of Sūrat al-Aʿlā Part 5 of 5 Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 29th October 2021 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/9H9huDnFpKQ The talk provides a detailed tafsir of the final verses of Surat al-A'la, focusing on the true meaning of success as defined by Allāh. The talk explains that success in Islam is not measured by wealth, status, or

'The Most High': A Tafsīr of Sūrat al-Aʿlā Part 4 Feb 11, 2025 01:20:49 'The Most High': A Tafsīr of Sūrat al-Aʿlā Part 4 of 5 Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 15th October 2021 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/dtiTdZOmTVw This talk focuses on the importance of admonition and its conditions. The talk explains that the Prophet ﷺ was commanded to remind people, but only if the reminder would be beneficial, emphasizing that not everyo

'The Most High': A Tafsīr of Sūrat al-Aʿlā Part 3 Feb 10, 2025 01:17:32 'The Most High': A Tafsīr of Sūrat al-Aʿlā Part 3 of 5 Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 8th October 2021 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/wjG6ZOsNROs The talk provides an in-depth tafsīr (exegesis) of Sūrat al-Aʿlā, focusing on the divine assurance given to the Prophet ﷺ regarding the preservation of the Quran. It begins with a recap of previously discussed ver

'The Most High': A Tafsīr of Sūrat al-Aʿlā Part 2 Feb 6, 2025 01:06:26 'The Most High': A Tafsīr of Sūrat al-Aʿlā Part 2 of 5 Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 1st October 2021 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/hhvUije9lyQ This talk continues with the tafsir of Sūrat al-Aʿlā, emphasizing the command to glorify Allāh (tasbīḥ) and its significance in both worship and daily life. The Prophet ﷺ was instructed to remember Allāh constantl

'The Most High': A Tafsīr of Sūrat al-Aʿlā Part 1 Feb 5, 2025 01:00:06 'The Most High': A Tafsīr of Sūrat al-Aʿlā Part 1 of 5 Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 17th September 2021 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/TnKEOKHHano The talk begins by introducing Sūrat al-Aʿlā, highlighting its significance as an often-recited chapter in prayers such as Jumuʿah, Eid, and Witr. The Sūrah, an early Makkan revelation, emphasizes glorifying Al

The Prophet ﷺ in the Scriptures Part 1 Jan 4, 2025 01:22:15 The Prophet ﷺ in the Scriptures Part 1 of 2 Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 23rd September 2022 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/8qFXEAjk-Uo The talk begins with a reference to the characteristics and attributes of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ as foretold in earlier scriptures, particularly noting his unlettered nature as mentioned in the Qur’an. The talk dives into

Preaching Piety Part 1 Oct 7, 2024 01:10:50 Preaching Piety Part 1 Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 2nd April 2021 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/mcpUcvDwuic This series continues the theme of naṣiḥah, whereby a person's advice should begin from within before spilling out to others. Advice should not be treated as an absolute concept since not everyone will agree on the same thing. Sincerity is part of

Preaching Piety Part 2 Oct 7, 2024 01:41:08 Preaching Piety Part 2 Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 9th April 2021 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/DEkgmN77HSI This series continues the theme of naṣiḥah, whereby a person's advice should begin from within before spilling out to others. Advice should not be treated as an absolute concept since not everyone will agree on the same thing. Sincerity is part of

Saving Others from Oneself May 21, 2024 01:30:53 Saving Others from Oneself Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 5th March 2021 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/DtRHbijVWWQ The talk starts by explaining the hadith that a true Muslim is one whose tongue and hand others remain safe. This shows the importance of us protecting others from our own ill. It is explained that every human carries pain which is often shift

al-Bukhārī Completion Ceremony 2022 Jan 23, 2023 01:00:10 al-Bukhārī Completion Ceremony 2022 Final speech delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 30th September 2022 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/xnI7rT9LoIU Al Kawthar Academy hosts its al-Bukhārī completion ceremony to commemorate graduation from the seven-year intensive ʿĀlimiyyah course. Below are some of the topics mentioned in this talk: - Reason for being called a

Giving Advice (Naṣīḥah) Jan 6, 2023 01:00:29 Giving Advice (Naṣīḥah) Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 26th February 2021 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/h3oujjEyuz8 We are often presented with the opportunity to give advice to others. How and when we give this advice is vital as it may be considered unsolicited by the receiving party. This topic falls under the wider meaning of "al-dīn al-naṣīḥah". Two

Seeking Advice (Naṣīḥah) Nov 9, 2022 01:21:25 Seeking Advice (Naṣīḥah) Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 19th February 2021 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/Nqh9fySBJkc We seek advice in order to help us make informed decisions. What are the qualities and characteristics we should look for when choosing someone to take advice from? A good advice giver is said to encompass the wider meaning of nasihah; incl

Religion is Naṣīhah Part 2 Jun 14, 2022 01:11:44 Religion is Naṣīḥah Part 2 Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 12th February 2021 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/aXczi-glDVE The famous ḥadīth of Tamīm al-Dārī is often translated as, "Religion is advice." However, there is more to the meaning of these words than a simple translation. What exactly is 'naṣīḥah' and how can it be applied to Allāh, His Prophet ﷺ an

Religion is Naṣīhah Part 1 Mar 24, 2022 01:03:50 Religion is Naṣīḥah Part 1 Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 15th January 2021 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/rP049YNdlQE The famous ḥadīth of Tamīm al-Dārī is often translated as, "Religion is advice." However, there is more to the meaning of these words than a simple translation. What exactly is 'naṣīḥah' and how can it be applied to Allāh, His Prophet ﷺ and

The Prophet's ﷺ Gratitude Jan 17, 2022 01:23:33 The Prophet's ﷺ Gratitude Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 4th December 2020 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/MYUhLiZhE2I The Prophet ﷺ was a leading example when showing gratitude towards the creation and the Creator. Many du'ā uttered by the Prophet ﷺ include words of gratitude to Allāh and he would often pray excessively for those who carried out favours for

Ungrateful to the Creation: Ungrateful to the Creator Dec 29, 2021 01:01:52 Ungrateful to the Creation: Ungrateful to the Creator Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 6th November 2020 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/Ba_1Gnt-ipA Gratitude is an important part of our lives which should not only be shown to the Creator, but also to the creation. Many aḥādīth emphasise the need to express gratitude towards others and how this can be done is

Gratitude Part 2 Dec 20, 2021 01:08:17 Gratitude Part 2 Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 30th October 2020 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/HHNTt61nhwY Gratitude can be shown in every part of our daily life; from the food we eat, to the health and wealth that Allah has blessed us with. This two-part series explores a variety of blessings we should be grateful for, how to express gratitude and the da

Gratitude Part 1 Dec 13, 2021 01:05:50 Gratitude Part 1 Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 9th October 2020 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/iyCUFViNH5o Gratitude can be shown in every part of our daily life; from the food we eat, to the health and wealth that Allah has blessed us with. This two-part series explores a variety of blessings we should be grateful for, how to express gratitude and the dan

Five Traits of Hypocrisy - A Commentary on the Prophetic ﷺ Ḥadīth Jul 8, 2021 01:41:55 Five Traits of Hypocrisy: A Commentary on the Prophetic ﷺ Ḥadīth Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 14th February 2020 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/8btJV4hutIg Various traits of hypocrisy are understood at face value. However, many of these traits stem deeper than their outward appearance. This talk aims to explore the roots of these traits and what believers

Traits of Hypocrisy Part 7 Mar 2, 2021 01:18:32 Traits of Hypocrisy Part 7/7 Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 31st January 2020 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/JyVvV8lrRXU This seven-part series details the different types of hypocrites and their various traits. The dangers of adopting these traits is emphasised so that the believers identify and avoid them. The final part of this series lists some of the

Traits of Hypocrisy Part 6 Feb 5, 2021 01:50:02 Traits of Hypocrisy Part 6 Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 14th January 2020 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/fnLaAkqRdSw This seven-part series details the different types of hypocrites and their various traits. The dangers of adopting these traits is emphasised so that the believers identify and avoid them. The sixth part of this series recaps on the traits

Traits of Hypocrisy Part 5 Jan 7, 2021 01:39:15 Traits of Hypocrisy Part 5 Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 17th January 2020 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/XMM0jm2MZE4 This seven-part series details the different types of hypocrites and their various traits. The dangers of adopting these traits is emphasised so that the believers identify and avoid them. The fifth part of this series covers verses 204 -

Traits of Hypocrisy Part 4 Dec 29, 2020 01:10:31 Traits of Hypocrisy Part 4 Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 10th January 2020 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/LGXMC9ca3k8 This seven-part series details the different types of hypocrites and their various traits. The dangers of adopting these traits is emphasised so that the believers identify and avoid them. The fourth part of this series begins by covering

Traits of Hypocrisy Part 3 Dec 22, 2020 01:22:30 Traits of Hypocrisy Part 3 Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 20th December 2019 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/iWDfgz3zUVc This seven-part series details the different types of hypocrites and their various traits. The dangers of adopting these traits is emphasised so that the believers identify and avoid them. Continuing on the topic of hypocrisy, this talk c

Traits of Hypocrisy Part 2 Dec 7, 2020 01:24:22 Traits of Hypocrisy Part 2 Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 13th December 2019 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/uF4VnohkCKQ This seven-part series details the different types of hypocrites and their various traits. The dangers of adopting these traits is emphasised so that the believers identify and avoid them. The talk continues on the topic of hypocrisy by c

Traits of Hypocrisy Part 1 Nov 23, 2020 01:27:05 Traits of Hypocrisy Part 1 Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 6th December 2019 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/uJRY-n9eppI This seven-part series details the different types of hypocrites and their various traits. The dangers of adopting these traits is emphasised so that the believers identify and avoid them. There are many verses in the Qurān which mention t

Envy: The Inferno Within Part 3 Jul 27, 2020 01:40:49 Envy: The Inferno Within Part 3 Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 6th March 2020 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/gDq2fUrQS5k This three-part series details the causes, effects and how an individual can safeguard themselves from falling into the sin of envy. The third part of this series first focuses on the ill effects envy has on the envious person and his v

Envy: The Inferno Within Part 2 Jul 17, 2020 01:12:06 Envy: The Inferno Within Part 2 Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 28th February 2020 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/kyTsT5K6BNE This three-part series details the causes, effects and how an individual can safeguard themselves from falling into the sin of envy. The thinking of an envious person is warped and where this thinking stems from is detailed. It is s

Envy: The Inferno Within Part 1 Jul 9, 2020 01:31:49 Envy: The Inferno Within Part 1 Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 21st February 2020 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/LjfqSVELPWQ This three-part series details the causes, effects and how an individual can safeguard themselves from falling into the sin of envy. The destructive nature of external sins is clearly understood by many, but what about the internal

The Hypocrites: A Tafsīr of Sūrat al-Munāfiqūn Part 5 Jun 19, 2020 01:28:12 The Hypocrites: A Tafsīr of Sūrat al-Munāfiqūn Part 5 Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 3rd May 2019 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/5N4PQpLQCaA Sūrat al-Munāfiqūn is the 63rd chapter in the Qurān and was revealed in Medina. It is a sūrah detailing some of the claims and plots of the hypocrites and is one which the Prophet ﷺ would often recite during the Friday

The Hypocrites: A Tafsīr of Sūrat al-Munāfiqūn Part 4 Jun 10, 2020 01:33:31 The Hypocrites: A Tafsīr of Sūrat al-Munāfiqūn Part 4 Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 5th April 2019 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/xBJHaxdJt8k Sūrat al-Munāfiqūn is the 63rd chapter in the Qurān and was revealed in Medina. It is a sūrah detailing some of the claims and plots of the hypocrites and is one which the Prophet ﷺ would often recite during the Frid

The Hypocrites: A Tafsīr of Sūrat al-Munāfiqūn Part 3 Jun 4, 2020 01:10:47 The Hypocrites: A Tafsīr of Sūrat al-Munāfiqūn Part 3 Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 22nd March 2019 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/GtPjnEDPyG8 Sūrat al-Munāfiqūn is the 63rd chapter in the Qurān and was revealed in Medina. It is a sūrah detailing some of the claims and plots of the hypocrites and is one which the Prophet ﷺ would often recite during the Fri

The Hypocrites: A Tafsīr of Sūrat al-Munāfiqūn Part 2 May 28, 2020 01:21:53 The Hypocrites: A Tafsīr of Sūrat al-Munāfiqūn Part 2 Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 15th March 2019 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/iaHyMo1HNic Sūrat al-Munāfiqūn is the 63rd chapter in the Qurān and was revealed in Medina. It is a sūrah detailing some of the claims and plots of the hypocrites and is one which the Prophet ﷺ would often recite during the Fri

The Hypocrites: A Tafsīr of Sūrat al-Munāfiqūn Part 1 May 21, 2020 01:31:14 The Hypocrites: A Tafsīr of Sūrat al-Munāfiqūn Part 1 Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 8th March 2019 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/PrAuGwRR8J0 Sūrat al-Munāfiqūn is the 63rd chapter in the Qurān and was revealed in Medina. It is a sūrah detailing some of the claims and plots of the hypocrites and is one which the Prophet ﷺ would often recite during the Frid

Clutching Cinders May 14, 2020 01:04:35 Clutching Cinders Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 8th February 2019 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/aSim2nGtSgM The Prophet ﷺ has warned us, "A time will come upon the people, during which a person who remains perseverant and steadfast on his faith will be like one who is clutching cinders." (Tirmidhi) This prophecy of the Prophet ﷺ shows the believers that

Concern Yourself with Yourself May 6, 2020 01:15:24 Concern Yourself with Yourself Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 1st February 2019 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/RbXr7nRhFZE Allāh and His Rasūl ﷺ have advised us on how to deal with the various fitnah in our lives. One of the best advises is to safeguard our tongue during times of fitnah and to concern ourselves with ourselves. It is mentioned that the ʿula

Fitnah May 1, 2020 01:34:12 Fitnah Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 25th January 2019 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/1koLszfr5Ro In Arabic the word 'fitnah' was originally used to stress-test gold in order to purify it from mixed substances. It is now commonly used to show how Allah tests a believer to see if they will be pure or turn away from His mercy. We are surrounded by tests, bot

The Pursuit of Perfection Mar 28, 2019 01:34:10 The Pursuit of Perfection Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Sunday 16th December 2018 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester. Video: https://youtu.be/t4uRlYBHWfw Perfectionism is a human trait. We seek to have everything perfect around us, yet we neglect the agitation and harm this causes to our mental state and spirituality. The life of the Prophet ﷺ was anything but perfect; where he was an orpha

Our Duty to the Prophet ﷺ Mar 13, 2019 01:37:14 Our Duty to the Prophet ﷺ Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 30th November 2018 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester (UK) Video: https://youtu.be/N8c0aUfzoKA Our lives are filled with relationships between various people. Many of these relationships require reciprocal behaviour for them to be long lasting and successful. Allah shares a relationship with his creation, where He promises to pr

Reverence for the Prophet ﷺ Feb 28, 2019 01:28:53 Reverence for the Prophet ﷺ Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 9th March 2018 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester (UK) Video: https://youtu.be/UXaUDLHd2sM "Verily, We have sent you (O Muhammad ﷺ) as a witness, as a bearer of glad tidings, and as a warner. In order that you (O mankind) may believe in Allah and His Messenger ﷺ, and that you assist and honour him ﷺ, and (that you) glorify (Al

Benedictions & Salutations on the Prophet ﷺ Feb 22, 2019 01:15:03 Benedictions & Salutations on the Prophet ﷺ Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 23rd February 2018 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester (UK) Video: https://youtu.be/UqBUZ4fmGD8 "Verily Allah and His angels send their benedictions upon the Prophet ﷺ. O you who believe! Send your benedictions upon him and salute him with a goodly salutation" [Surah 33 : Verse 56] Allah has instructed the beli

The Prophet's ﷺ Love for his Companions Feb 20, 2019 01:15:15 The Prophet's ﷺ Love for his Companions Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 9th February 2018 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester (UK) Video: https://youtu.be/4ltVDHjL_kA This talk shows how the Prophet ﷺ had a great impact on the Sahaba and how they loved him in return without any wealth influencing them. Given this love from the Sahaba and the Prophet’s ﷺ unique character, it would have b

The Companions' Love for the Prophet ﷺ Jan 31, 2019 01:04:57 The Companions' Love for the Prophet ﷺ Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 2nd February 2018 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester (UK) Video: https://youtu.be/ZulWYQUIvJY The companions displayed immense love for the Prophet ﷺ and this talk demonstrates the depth of this love with many examples. It becomes clear that the companions loved the Prophet ﷺ more than anyone else, including themsel

The Miracle of Qurʾānic Memorisation Jan 28, 2019 01:25:06 The Miracle of Qurʾānic Memorisation Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 6th October 2017 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester (UK) Video: https://youtu.be/H9Icdg0LVd0 The Qurʾān has been preserved by Allah and He has placed it in people's hearts in a miraculous manner. This talk shows how difficult various other things are to memorize and retain in comparison to the Qurʾān. It also shows ho

The Virtues of Memorising the Qurʾān Jan 24, 2019 01:15:49 The Virtues of the Noble Qurʾān Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 29th September 2017 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester (UK) Video: https://youtu.be/1N6yhIiBBCE Millions of individuals have memorised the Qurʾān and continue to do so today. This unique method of preservation is an unchanged tradition stretching back to the Prophet ﷺ and the angel Jibril. This talk explains how the aspect

The Virtues of the Noble Qurʾān Jan 21, 2019 01:21:21 The Virtues of the Noble Qurʾān Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 22nd September 2017 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester (UK) Video: https://youtu.be/nojKrvANPhc The recitation of the Qurʾān is emphasized for all, even for those who recite with difficulty. The effect of its recitation on both the reciter and those who listen is explained in this talk along with examples. Many of the Arab

Respect in Islam Jan 18, 2019 01:33:46 Respect in Islam Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 10th March 2017 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester (UK) Video: https://youtu.be/hJ9sUdSPotQ Respect is an integral part of Islam; from respecting the symbols of Allah and his Messenger ﷺ to respecting those who carry knowledge of the Quran and Sunnah. A person should not view showing respect as reducing their honour, rather it is a means

True Success Jan 15, 2019 01:27:46 True Success Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 3rd March 2017 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester (UK) Video: https://youtu.be/JU9U_6_qNoU A person may equate success to worldly possessions and status whereas Allah declares success to be simpler than that. The markers of success, as recorded by Allah, are listed in this talk with numerous examples brought from the Quran and hadith. The da

Capitalise on 5 before 5 Jan 10, 2019 01:34:05 Capitalise on 5 before 5 Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 24th February 2017 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester (UK) Video: https://youtu.be/FRz2Xa-6h84 This commentary of hadith emphasises on the need for a person to capitalise on their time before losing out. The gift of time from Allah is explained in detail and how a person should be grateful and use their time wisely. The talk does

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