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Ayah 126-127 In his exhaustive study of Surat Al-Baqarah, Nouman Ali Khan reflects on the second and longest chapter of the Quran. He explores how Allah, in his own words, answers some of the most compelling questions being asked about Islam today by both Muslims and non-Muslims.

This khutbah was given on May 6th, 2016 at Colleyville Masjid. Verse 85 of Surat An-Nisaa tackles the issue of making honest vs. dishonest recommendations. In his explanation of the verse, Nouman Ali Khan emphasizes that this public and civic responsibility should not be taken lightly because in the eyes of Allah an undeserved recommendation, whether more »

Tafseer of Surah Hajj – Ayah 78 12/01/16

Sponsored by Zakat Foundation of America Get to Know one of the surahs that comes on the Day of Judgment as a cloud or flock of birds to protect the one who accompanied it and recited it.    

Ayah 125 In his exhaustive study of Surat Al-Baqarah, Nouman Ali Khan reflects on the second and longest chapter of the Quran. He explores how Allah, in his own words, answers some of the most compelling questions being asked about Islam today by both Muslims and non-Muslims.

This khutbah was given on April 22 2016 at Al-Islam Masjid. Surat Al-Israa tells the story of Al-Isra’ wal Miraj, when Allah took Prophet Muhammad overnight from Mecca to Jerusalem then to heaven. The event tested the faith of Muslims as they faced increasing hardships in Mecca, and was a premonition of their migration to more »

Tafseer of Surah Hajj – Ayah 77 11/23/16

Sponsored by Zakat Foundation of America Holding on to it is blessing upon blessing. Abandoning it is regret. Get to Know the Surah that angels descend to the sky for when it is recited.    

Ayat 122-124 In his exhaustive study of Surat Al-Baqarah, Nouman Ali Khan reflects on the second and longest chapter of the Quran. He explores how Allah, in his own words, answers some of the most compelling questions being asked about Islam today by both Muslims and non-Muslims.

This khutbah was given on April 15, 2016 at The Islamic Center of Frisco. After the Muslim victory against conspiring Jewish tribes in the Battle of Khaibar, described in Surat Al-Hashr, Allah states that the spoils must be distributed among all Muslims so that a handful of people will not hold the majority of the more »

Tafseer of Surah Hajj – Ayahs 75- 76 11/16/16

Sponsored by Zakat Foundation of America Get to Know the greatest surah of the entire Quran! An appreciation of Surah Al-Fatihah is something that has to be refreshed and renewed constantly.    

Nadhm of Ayat 40-122 In his exhaustive study of Surat Al-Baqarah, Nouman Ali Khan reflects on the second and longest chapter of the Quran. He explores how Allah, in his own words, answers some of the most compelling questions being asked about Islam today by both Muslims and non-Muslims.

This Khutbah was recorded on March 25th, 2016 at the Islamic Center of Southlake. At a time when the Muslim Ummah is in disarray and Islam itself stands accused, Nouman Ali Khan emphasizes that first and foremost, the Quran was concerned that no harm should come to other human beings even at the height of more »

Tafseer of Surah Hajj – Ayahs 73- 74 11/09/16

Since Allah is in control of everything, why can’t He guarantee us a happy and perfect life? Such questions, says Nouman Ali Khan, lack humility and reek of entitlement. As Muslims, we must accept Allah not only as the creator and master, but embrace the fact that we are his slaves in a relationship of love, mercy, guidance, loyalty, longing, connection, more »

This khutbah was given on January 22, 2016. No one can guarantee heaven on the Day of Judgment. In verses 12-15 of Surat Al-Hadid Allah describes the scene on judgment day, comparing believers who have the light of iman (faith), to hypocrites, those who are resurrected without light but falsely presume that they were among more »

Tafseer of Surah Hajj – Ayahs 70 – 72 11/02/16

Is enjoyment the reserve of the afterlife? No, says Nouman Ali Khan. Islam did not condemn living well, it only condemned extravagance, which is relative. Having material in your hands doesn’t mean it’s in your heart, but the most important thing is to make the most of the package that Allah has granted you.    

Nadhm of Ayat 40-122 In his exhaustive study of Surat Al-Baqarah, Nouman Ali Khan reflects on the second and longest chapter of the Quran. He explores how Allah, in his own words, answers some of the most compelling questions being asked about Islam today by both Muslims and non-Muslims.