Behind the Minbar 🎙️ EP18 | The Messenger of Allah (with Shaykh Azhar Nasser)Salam and welcome back to another episode of Behind the Minbar ‼️💭 In this episode, we begin with a brief introduction into Shaykh Azhar and his background. We then move on to discussing the life and ideals of our Holy Prophet (saaw), covering a variety of topics regarding our characterization and the images Shi'is have of RasoolAllah (saaw).Be sure to check out our socials for all the latest updates! https://instagram.com/behindtheminbarhttps://instagram.com/alrasool_youth

The Arbaeen 🎙️ EP17 | The Arbaeen (with Shaykh Dr. Usama Al-Atar)Salam and welcome back to another episode of Behind the Minbar ‼️💭 In this episode, we begin with a brief introduction into Shaykh Dr. Usama and his background. We then move on to discussing the Arbaeen of Imam al-Hussain (as), its history and its basis in Islam. We then answer some of the questions asked about the significance of the Ziyarah, and defend against many of the criticisms leveled against it. The Shaykh concludes with advice and suggestions for the zuwwar to complete on their journey.Introduction - 00:00Arbaeen: History and Origins - 5:20Arbaeen or Hajj? - 15:55Significance of Imam Hussain's Grave - 20:10Arbaeen: Sad or Happy? - 28:00The Message of Arbaeen - 40:00Be sure to check out our socials for all the latest updates! https://instagram.com/behindtheminbarhttps://instagram.com/alrasool_youth

Behind the Minbar 🎙️ EP16 | LGBT and Islam (with Sayed Mohammed Hassan Alsheraa)Salam and welcome back to another episode of Behind the Minbar ‼️💭 In this episode, we begin by discussing the interaction of Islam and Liberalism, the reduction of family values, and how the traditional nuclear family is being targeted. We then discuss the issue of transgenderism in Islam, before going onto discussing the issue of LGBT as a parent and how to answer our childrens' concerns. After that, we touch upon the issue of LGBT within our communities and how to deal with individuals expressing such sentiments in leadership roles. We conclude by stressing the importance and duty we have to address these issues as an ummah. Introduction - 00:00Liberalism and Islam - 00:35Targeting the Nuclear Family - 9:37Transgenderism and Islam - 19:10Approaching LGBT as a Parent - 28:30LGBT in our Communities - 40:00The Duty to Address these Issues - 54:25Be sure to check out our socials for all the latest updates! https://instagram.com/behindtheminbarhttps://instagram.com/alrasool_youth

Behind the Minbar 🎙️ EP15 | Finding the Path (with Sheikh Nuru Mohammed)Salam and welcome back to another episode of Behind the Minbar ‼️💭 In this episode, we begin by discussing Sheikh Nuru Mohammed's story of being guided to the path of Ahlulbayt. Then, we discuss his path of scholarship, and whether Shi'i scholars are more open to answering questions. Sheikh Nuru then responds to common doubts about the existence of Allah (swt) and our beliefs. We wrap up by discussing Shahr Ramadan and how best to prepare and take advantage of this blessed month.Introduction - 00:00Sheikh Nuru's Story - 1:20The Path of Scholarship - 11:30Answering Questions - 22:08Responding to Doubts - 28:30Preparing for Shahr Ramadan - 40:44Closing Remarks - 57:55Be sure to check out our socials for all the latest updates! https://instagram.com/behindtheminbarhttps://instagram.com/alrasool_youth

Behind the Minbar 🎙️ EP14 | Intergender Relations (with Dr. Sayed Moustafa Al-Qazwini) Salam and welcome back to another episode of Behind the Minbar ‼️ 💭 In this episode, we discuss Intergender Relations with Dr. Sayed Moustafa Al-Qazwini. We begin by discussing intergender relations at school and work, and then the Islamic limit of interaction between the sexes. We then discuss the appropriate way to approach someone for marriage, and delve into the ever-controversial topic of Mahr. We move on to discuss relations between spouses and wrap up with talking about why one spouse may lose interest in a marriage. Introduction - 00:00 Intergender Relations at School and Work - 1:10 What is the Islamic Limit of Interaction- 14:12 How to Approach Someone for Marriage - 19:13 The Mahr - 29:21 Relations between spouses - 35:25 When one spouse loses interest... - 50:55 Closing Remarks - 55:59 Be sure to check out our socials for all the latest updates! https://instagram.com/behindtheminbar https://instagram.com/alrasool_youth

Behind the Minbar 🎙️ EP13 | The Struggle (with Sayed Hussain Makke) Salam and welcome back to another episode of Behind the Minbar ‼️ 💭 In this episode, we discuss Sayed Hussain Makke's journey through hawzah, and how he got to that point. We speak about the great struggle of the period and Lebanese resistance. We then talk about how to stay strong during times of grief, and wrap up our conversation by discussing the Spiritual Warrior camp. Introduction - 00:00 Sayed Hussain's Journey - 1:10 The Lebanese Struggle - 20:22 When morale is low - 32:15 Spiritual Warrior - 44:35 Be sure to check out our socials for all the latest updates! https://instagram.com/behindtheminbar https://instagram.com/alrasool_youth

Behind the Minbar 🎙️ EP12 | Til Death Do Us Part (with Sheikh Mohammed Al-Hilli) Welcome back to another episode of Behind the Minbar ‼️ 💭 In this episode, we discuss two of the most definitive moments of someone's life: marriage... and death. We discuss some of the prominent issues surrounding marriage in modern Shi'i culture, such as polygamy, temporary marriage, and choosing a spouse. We also discuss the ever-approaching reality of death, and how that impacts a relationship. We briefly discuss paradise, among other topics we pick the Sheikh's brain about. Introduction - 00:00 Raising Children in the West - 00:52 Attention Spans - 8:23 The Sheikh Mohammed al-Hilli App - 16:15 What can we learn from Imam Ali's and Sayeda Fatimah's marriage? - 21:43 Choosing the Right Spouse - 30:40 Polygamy - 33:40 Temporary Marriage - 37:00 Widows and Divorcees - 39:02 You Found the "One". They die. - 40:50 Paradise - 46:10 Conflicting Opinions? - 49:29 AI Maraji'? - 53:55 Concluding Remarks: 55:35 Be sure to check out our socials for all the latest updates! https://instagram.com/behindtheminbar https://instagram.com/alrasool_youth

Behind the Minbar 🎙️ EP11 | Telling the Shi'i Story (with Nouri Sardar) Welcome back to another episode of Behind the Minbar ‼️ 💭 In this episode, discuss the world of Shi'i poetry with the esteemed poet - Nouri Sardar! We'll then go on to talk about filmmaking and story telling, while discussing the intentions behind making online Shi'i content - to tell a story. Introduction - 00:00 Nouri's Story - 2:29 Poetry & Reciting - 7:18 Filmmaking and Telling a Story - 31:05 Intentionality in Storytelling - 56:25 Be sure to check out our socials for all the latest updates! https://instagram.com/behindtheminbar https://instagram.com/alrasool_youth