Belal Assaad

Episodes

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  Men & Women - Understanding our rights & responsibilities 14.10.2026 47m

  We explore the Islamic framework for men and women, their rights and responsibilities, qawwāmah, obedience within ma'rūf, and how these roles work together within the boundaries set by Allah.
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  The Unshakable Hadith Preservation - Dismantling Hadith Rejection 30.08.2026 1h 25m

  We explore the preservation and authenticity of Hadith, why the Sunnah is essential to understanding the Quran, and how astronomical data and early manuscripts provide compelling evidence for the historical accuracy of Hadith.
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  Why 'Quran Only' doesn't work 23.08.2026 1h 11m

  We break down exactly how Islam's system of primary and secondary sources works, why the Quran and Sunnah are inseparable pillars, and why the modern "Quran-only" movement collapses under basic Islamic and linguistic scrutiny.
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  Rejecting Hadith and the hidden wound behind Quran-Only ideology 16.08.2026 42m

  In this video, we explore why Muslim youth are drawn to hadith rejection and Qur'an only ideologies, tracing the pattern back to broken hearts and harsh treatment within religious communities, before turning to examples from the Prophet's ﷺ life that model compassion over harshness, and laying out why the sunnah is essential to properly understanding and practicing Islam.
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  How to build harmonious relationships 09.08.2026 27m

  In this podcast, we discuss a framework for building harmonious families through Islamic teachings, psychology and empathy.
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  The Woman Who Sparked a Divine Law: Khawla bint Tha'labah (RA) 01.08.2026 58m

  This lecture explores the story of Khawla bint Tha'labah (RA), whose plea against her husband's use of Zihar (a pre-Islamic practice of declaring a wife like one's mother to abandon her) led to the revelation of Surah Al-Mujadila, establishing divine laws protecting women's rights and prohibiting such abusive, exclusionary language.
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  Salman al-Farisi - The Son of Islam 26.07.2026 56m

  We follow the remarkable journey of Salman al-Farisi as he sacrifices comfort, status, and freedom in his relentless search for the truth, ultimately finding Islam and becoming one of the Prophet Muhammad's ﷺ closest companions.
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  Holding Onto Your Deen Through Islamophobia 19.07.2026 1h 11m

  In this lecture, we explore how to remain steadfast when faith is mocked, understanding why believers face ridicule, how the Quran reframes these trials, and how to respond with dignity, patience, and unwavering trust in Allah.
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  Boonaa Mohammed x Sh. Belal Assaad 12.07.2026 27m

  In this video, I sat with my dear brother Boonaa Mohammed to share some of my lifelong journey with the Quran and how it became my greatest source of guidance, comfort and healing through both life's joys and its deepest trials.
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  The Name That Brings Peace - As-Salaam (The Source of Peace) 05.07.2026 30m

  We explore Allah's beautiful name, Al-Salaam, and learn how turning to Him brings true peace in a world filled with fear, anxiety, and uncertainty.
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  Your cure for low self-esteem - Al 'Aziz (The Honourable) 28.06.2026 53m

  In this lecture, we explore the beautiful name of Allah, Al-Aziz, and learn how true honor, dignity and strength come from Allah alone, enabling believers to build self-esteem with humility while avoiding pride and arrogance.
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  Ash-Shakur (The Most Appreciative) 21.06.2026 45m

  In this video, we explore the name of Allah, Ash-Shakur (The Most Appreciative), and how Allah rewards even the smallest sincere deeds, intentions, and acts of restraint while teaching us the importance of gratitude, sincerity, and preserving our good deeds.
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  Your Rizq is written - Ar-Razzaq (The Provider) 14.06.2026 1h 11m

  In this lecture, we explore Allah's beautiful name Al-Razzaq (The Provider), learning that true sustenance goes beyond wealth and that contentment comes through trusting Allah's wisdom in all forms of provision.
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  The Islamic Justice System Explained 07.06.2026 1h 25m

  We uncover the principles behind the Islamic justice system, examining how it balances justice and mercy while safeguarding religion, life, intellect, honor, and property.
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  The Promise of Perfect Fairness - Al 'Adl (The Most Just) 31.05.2026 1h 5m

  In this video, we explore Allah’s beautiful name Al-Adl (The Most Just), examining the perfection of His justice, humanity’s accountability through free will, and how every deed and grievance will be fairly judged on the Day of Reckoning.
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  The Farewell | EP5 - Dhul Hijjah Series 26.05.2026 28m

  In this final episode of the Dhul Hijjah Series, we reflect on the final days of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, his Farewell Sermon, final advice to the Ummah, and the emotional moments leading to his passing.
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  The Greatest Trial | EP4 - Dhul Hijjah Series 24.05.2026 16m

  In this episode, we reflect on the powerful story of Prophet Ibrahim’s greatest trial, uncovering the meaning of patience, submission, sacrifice, and unwavering trust in Allah.
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  The Sacrifice | EP3 - Dhul Hijjah Series 21.05.2026 21m

  In this episode, we recount the story of Hajar, the wife of Prophet Ibrahim, whose unwavering faith and reliance on Allah in the barren desert led to the miracle of Zamzam, the settlement of Makkah, and the Hajj ritual of walking between Safa and Marwa.
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  The story of Hajj | EP2 - Dhul Hijjah Series 19.05.2026 26m

  In this video, we explore the origins of Hajj through the story of Prophet Ibrahim, Hajar, and Ismail, including the miracle of Zamzam, the building of the Kaaba, and the powerful message of unity, equality, and devotion in Islam.
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  What is Dhul Hijjah? | EP1 - Dhul Hijjah Series 17.05.2026 15m

  In this video, we explore the virtues and significance of the first 10 days of Dhul Hijjah.