Best Abu Taha Podcasts (2025)

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Jumu’ah Khutbah | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 22:16

30d ago22:16

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Sidi Shahryar Abbasi delivers a sermon giving comforting practical and spiritual insights. - More Sidi Shahryar: http://mcceastbay.org/shahryar Shahryar graduated from the UC Berkeley Haas School of Business and served as the External Affairs Vice President of UC Berkeley’s student government. He is an experienced speaker, mentor, and coach. Send h…

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Jumu’ah Khutbah | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 21:51

1M ago21:51

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Sidi Shahryar Abbasi delivers a sermon giving comforting practical and spiritual insights. - More Sidi Shahryar: http://mcceastbay.org/shahryar Shahryar graduated from the UC Berkeley Haas School of Business and served as the External Affairs Vice President of UC Berkeley’s student government. He is an experienced speaker, mentor, and coach. Send h…

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Jumu’ah Khutbah | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 23:43

2M ago23:43

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Sidi Shahryar Abbasi delivers a sermon giving comforting practical and spiritual insights. - More Sidi Shahryar: http://mcceastbay.org/shahryar Shahryar graduated from the UC Berkeley Haas School of Business and served as the External Affairs Vice President of UC Berkeley’s student government. He is an experienced speaker, mentor, and coach. Send h…

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Jumu’ah Khutbah | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 24:34

2M ago24:34

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Sidi Shahryar Abbasi delivers a sermon giving comforting practical and spiritual insights. - More Sidi Shahryar: http://mcceastbay.org/shahryar Shahryar graduated from the UC Berkeley Haas School of Business and served as the External Affairs Vice President of UC Berkeley’s student government. He is an experienced speaker, mentor, and coach. Send h…

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Jumu’ah Khutbah | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 22:06

3M ago22:06

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Sidi Shahryar Abbasi delivers a sermon giving comforting practical and spiritual insights. - More Sidi Shahryar: http://mcceastbay.org/shahryar Shahryar graduated from the UC Berkeley Haas School of Business and served as the External Affairs Vice President of UC Berkeley’s student government. He is an experienced speaker, mentor, and coach. Send h…

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Ramadan Game Plan: A Seminar on Preparing the Heart, Mind, and Soul | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 53:34

3M ago53:34

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Ramadan is more than just a month of fasting—it’s a chance to renew our connection with Allah, cleanse our hearts, and transform our lives. But without preparation, the days can slip away, leaving us wishing we had done more. In this evening virtual seminar, brother Shahyrar shares some steps to enter Ramadan with purpose, clarity, and a plan to ma…

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Allah is With Us, But Where Are We With Our Creator | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 23:31

4M ago23:31

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Sidi Shahryar Abbasi delivers a Khutbah giving spiritual insights. - More Sidi Shahryar: http://mcceastbay.org/shahryar Shahryar graduated from the UC Berkeley Haas School of Business and served as the External Affairs Vice President of UC Berkeley’s student government. He is an experienced speaker, mentor, and coach. Send him questions at: ask.abu…

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Jumu’ah Khutbah | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 23:22

4M ago23:22

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Sidi Shahryar Abbasi delivers a Khutbah giving spiritual insights. - More Sidi Shahryar: http://mcceastbay.org/shahryar Shahryar graduated from the UC Berkeley Haas School of Business and served as the External Affairs Vice President of UC Berkeley’s student government. He is an experienced speaker, mentor, and coach. Send him questions at: ask.abu…

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Building Healthy Marriages, Relationships, and Homes in Islam Series | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi (Part 6) 1:22:09

5M ago1:22:09

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In this mini-series, Sidi Shahryar Abbasi delves into the spiritual and practical aspects of building healthy marriages and relationships according to Islamic teachings. This series is designed to offer insights into creating harmonious homes rooted in Islamic values. - Foundations of Islamic Marriage: Explore the Quranic principles that define mar…

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Building Healthy Marriages, Relationships, and Homes in Islam Series | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi (Part 5) 1:22:07

5M ago1:22:07

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In this mini-series, Sidi Shahryar Abbasi delves into the spiritual and practical aspects of building healthy marriages and relationships according to Islamic teachings. This series is designed to offer insights into creating harmonious homes rooted in Islamic values. - Foundations of Islamic Marriage: Explore the Quranic principles that define mar…

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Jumu’ah Khutbah | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 22:57

5M ago22:57

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Sidi Shahryar Abbasi delivers a Khutbah giving spiritual insights. - More Sidi Shahryar: http://mcceastbay.org/shahryar Shahryar graduated from the UC Berkeley Haas School of Business and served as the External Affairs Vice President of UC Berkeley’s student government. He is an experienced speaker, mentor, and coach. Send him questions at: ask.abu…

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Taste the Sweetness of Salah | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 25:53

6M ago25:53

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Sidi Shahryar Abbasi delivers a Khutbah giving spiritual insights. - More Sidi Shahryar: http://mcceastbay.org/shahryar - Talks & Sermons on Salah: http://mcceastbay.org/salah Shahryar graduated from the UC Berkeley Haas School of Business and served as the External Affairs Vice President of UC Berkeley’s student government. He is an experienced sp…

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Building Healthy Marriages, Relationships, and Homes in Islam Series | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi (Part 4) 55:30

6M ago55:30

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In this mini-series, Sidi Shahryar Abbasi delves into the spiritual and practical aspects of building healthy marriages and relationships according to Islamic teachings. This series is designed to offer insights into creating harmonious homes rooted in Islamic values. - Foundations of Islamic Marriage: Explore the Quranic principles that define mar…

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Building Healthy Marriages, Relationships, and Homes in Islam Series | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi (Part 3) 1:19:36

6M ago1:19:36

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In this mini-series, Sidi Shahryar Abbasi delves into the spiritual and practical aspects of building healthy marriages and relationships according to Islamic teachings. This series is designed to offer insights into creating harmonious homes rooted in Islamic values. - Foundations of Islamic Marriage: Explore the Quranic principles that define mar…

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Lives of Man: A Guide to the Human States: Before Life, In the World & After Death | Shahyrar Abbasi 9:29:09

6M ago9:29:09

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Sidi Shahryar Abbasi dive into the text, "The Lives of Man," by Imam Abdallah Ibn Alawi Al-Haddad where we seek to understand life’s purpose, through the five stages of our journey to Allah (swt). This was delivered in Ramadan 2024. Hosted at Lighthouse Mosque in Oakland and streamed on MCC media channels. Watch past sessions at https://mcceastbay.…

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Building Healthy Marriages, Relationships, and Homes in Islam Series | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi (Part 2) 1:23:19

6M ago1:23:19

1:23:19

In this mini-series, Sidi Shahryar Abbasi delves into the spiritual and practical aspects of building healthy marriages and relationships according to Islamic teachings. This series is designed to offer insights into creating harmonious homes rooted in Islamic values. - Foundations of Islamic Marriage: Explore the Quranic principles that define mar…

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Jumu’ah Khutbah | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 27:04

7M ago27:04

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Sidi Shahryar Abbasi delivers a Khutbah giving spiritual insights. - More Sidi Shahryar: http://mcceastbay.org/shahryar Shahryar graduated from the UC Berkeley Haas School of Business and served as the External Affairs Vice President of UC Berkeley’s student government. He is an experienced speaker, mentor, and coach. Send him questions at: ask.abu…

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Building Healthy Marriages, Relationships, and Homes in Islam Series | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi (Part 1) 1:18:14

7M ago1:18:14

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In this mini-series, Sidi Shahryar Abbasi delves into the spiritual and practical aspects of building healthy marriages and relationships according to Islamic teachings. This series is designed to offer insights into creating harmonious homes rooted in Islamic values. - Foundations of Islamic Marriage: Explore the Quranic principles that define mar…

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Jumu’ah Khutbah | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 28:05

8M ago28:05

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Sidi Shahryar Abbasi delivers a Khutbah giving spiritual insights. - More Sidi Shahryar: http://mcceastbay.org/shahryar Shahryar graduated from the UC Berkeley Haas School of Business and served as the External Affairs Vice President of UC Berkeley’s student government. He is an experienced speaker, mentor, and coach. Send him questions at: ask.abu…

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When Shaytan Attacks: Tips for Spiritual Battle Against Your Sworn Enemy | Sidi Shahyrar Abbasi 2:54

8M ago2:54

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- Complete sermon: https://youtube.com/live/5hCqWCOoeUs - More Sidi Shahryar: http://mcceastbay.org/shahryar Sidi Shahryar Abbasi delivers a Khutbah about understanding our time-tested enemy and the tools that Satan uses for our spiritual defeat. This Friday sermon was delivered at the Muslim Community Center - East Bay (MCC East Bay) in Pleasanton…

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Jumu’ah Khutbah | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 28:14

9M ago28:14

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Sidi Shahryar Abbasi delivers a Khutbah giving spiritual insights. - More Sidi Shahryar: http://mcceastbay.org/shahryar Shahryar graduated from the UC Berkeley Haas School of Business and served as the External Affairs Vice President of UC Berkeley’s student government. He is an experienced speaker, mentor, and coach. Send him questions at: ask.abu…

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The Love for this World is Behind Every Sin | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 22:50

9M ago22:50

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Sidi Shahryar Abbasi delivers a Khutbah about protecting our hearts from contamination of love of worldly life that can subsume us and allow the Devil to dupe us and then draw us away from our true purpose on earth. This sermon was delivered at the Muslim Community Center - East Bay (MCC East Bay) in Pleasanton, California on Friday, October 5, 201…

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Citadel of the Soul: Our Lifelong Struggle Against Ourself (Jihad al-Nafs) | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 19:53

9M ago19:53

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Sidi Shahryar Abbasi speaks about the merits of the soul, our three types of Nafs (nafs-e-ammara, nafs-e-lawwama and nafs-e-mutmainna), and our evergreen struggle against the base self (Jihad al-Nafs). More Sidi Shahryar: http://mcceastbay.org/shahryar This sermon was delivered at the Muslim Community Center - East Bay (MCC East Bay) in Pleasanton,…

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Be Like the Giants in the Islamic Golden Age | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 22:09

9M ago22:09

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Sidi Shahryar Abbasi delivers a Khutbah in which he commiserates about the innovativeness and forward-thinking advancements in the not-so-distance past in the Islamic past that had propelled the world forward. Sidi Shahryar said the pioneering work was grounded by closely following the Qur’an and Sunnah and he encourages worshippers to make persona…

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Caring for the Heart that Yearns For Its Creator | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 23:54

9M ago23:54

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Sidi Shahryar Abbasi delivers a Khutbah about finding inner peace and tranquility by purifying and submitting our many physical inroads to the heart like our our eyes, ears, hands, feet and, private parts. This sermon was delivered at the Muslim Community Center of East Bay (MCC East Bay) in Pleasanton, California on Friday, March 29, 2019. Sign up…

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Aspiring to Higher Spiritual Horizons | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 33:13

9M ago33:13

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Sidi Shahryar Abbasi delivers a Khutbah giving spiritual insights about the spiritual phenomenon that can be unleashed within each of us and how our potential to reach the highest of the high or lowest of the low is dependent on our spiritual fortitude. More Sidi Shahryar: http://mcceastbay.org/shahryar This sermon was delivered at the Muslim Commu…

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Thrive - Don’t Survive - This Ramadan | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 1:40:29

9M ago1:40:29

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Sidi Shahryar Abbasi has an open conversation to help navigate any challenge we are facing and to thrive this Ramadan no matter where we are at on our spiritual journey. - More Sidi Shahryar: http://mcceastbay.org/shahryar - More Ramadan sermons & talks: http://mcceastbay.org/ramadan-reminders - More Getting Ramadan for Ramadan reminders: http://mc…

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Evaluating Just How Well Your Ramadan Went | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 29:59

9M ago29:59

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Sidi Shahryar Abbasi delivers a Khutbah about measuring ourselves post Ramadan in our Taqwa (God consciousness) growth into an experiential reality in which we know and feel that God is always with us no matter what we do. This sermon was delivered at the Muslim Community Center - East Bay in Pleasanton, California on Friday, May 31, 2019. Sign up …

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To What Are You Enslaved Today: The Levels of the Nafs (Ego) | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 25:50

9M ago25:50

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Sidi Shahryar Abbasi delivers a Khutbah about the struggles of the nafs (lower self or ego) and our modern idols that enslave us. He gives us tips to free ourselves from the captivity of dedesires. This sermon was delivered at the Muslim Community Center - East Bay (MCC East Bay) in Pleasanton, California on Friday, June 7, 2019. More Sidi Shahryar…

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What Actually Goes On In High School: Sex, Weed & Intense Stress | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi (Part 1) 1:15:29

9M ago1:15:29

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Today’s high school environment is the most intense and stressful it has ever been in history. Students have to cope with all types of pressures: from 13 year olds having intimate relationships to 14 year olds using juule pens and vapes, to many operating a secret Instagram account to post revealing images to avoid being seen by their family. Most …

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You Are in Good Company When You Are Tested | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 28:04

9M ago28:04

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Sidi Shahryar Abbasi delivers a Khutbah about the struggles of this world being a test our Creator uses to cleanse our soul. This sermon was delivered at the Muslim Community Center - East Bay (MCC East Bay) in Pleasanton, California on Friday, July 15, 2019. More Sidi Shahryar: http://mcceastbay.org/shahryar More MCC East Bay: Events & Activities:…

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College Admissions Workshop | Sr. Sadia Saifuddin & Br. Shahryar Abbasi 1:07:52

10M ago1:07:52

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MCC partners with SuccessCo (Formally mPower) for this college admissions workshop that addresses the challenges and opportunities that go into the college admission process, including writing the college admissions essays – the most difficult part. High school students and their parents hear from two passionate community youth who share insights, …

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The Purpose of My Existence | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 23:03

10M ago23:03

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Sidi Shahryar Abbasi delivers a Khutbah about understanding the purpose of our self while living in the eye of the store as we alternate through the tumultuous circle of life. This sermon was delivered at the Muslim Community Center - East Bay (MCC East Bay) in Pleasanton, California on Friday, September 13, 2019. Sign up for the MCC’s weekly event…

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What Actually Happens in High School? | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi (Part 2) 1:22:25

10M ago1:22:25

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Today’s high school environment is the most intense and stressful it has ever been in history. Students have to cope with all types of pressures: from 13 year olds having intimate relationships to 14 year olds using juul pens and vapes, to many operating a secret Instagram account to post revealing images to avoid being seen by their family. Most p…

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Succeeding in Deen and Dunya: Managing the Pressures of Working Life | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi (Part 4) 1:47:43

10M ago1:47:43

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Do we go to that meeting with our boss or go to Jumu’ah? How do we find a place at work to pray? What about wudu at work…no one wants to get caught with their foot in the sink. How do we deal with a stressful boss? What do we do when everyone at work just wants to backbite everyone else? It is not easy to manage the pressures of today’s intense wor…

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Emptiness & Anxiety: Hiding Feelings Behind Screens | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi (Part 3) 1:33:00

10M ago1:33:00

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Sidi Shahyrar Abbasi has an open discussion about our inner emptiness, our skyrocketing stress levels and our tumultuous anxiety, and how they are linked to a desire to bring God back into our lives. More Sidi Shahryar: http://www.mcceastbay.org/shahryar More Real Talk Series: http://www.mcceastbay.org/real-talk Sometimes everything is going well, …

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Don’t Be the Muslim Pressured into Going to Happy Hour | Sidi Shahyrar Abbasi 6:10

10M ago6:10

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Sidi Shahyrar Abbasi talks about the worry about promotions and social belonging for Muslims employed in corporate environment where the pressure to join the Happy Hour is a dilemma between ostensibly building relationships while not feeling comfortable being in that environment. This was during a discussion of managing pressure of work life. Watch…

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The Ticking Clock: Preparing for the End Days | Sidi Shahyrar Abbasi (Part 2) 1:50:47

10M ago1:50:47

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Each year, the fitan (tests & temptations) worsen. In this two-part series, Sidi Shahyrar Abbasi discusses the signs of the end and how they impact our life in 2020. In this talk, Sidi Shahyrar talks about the Prophetic advice for our children and communities to prepare for difficult days ahead. Watch the first part at: https://youtu.be/XibAlw6z7Ok…

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This Too Shall Pass: The Coronavirus & Our Changing World: Friday Reminder | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 28:27

10M ago28:27

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There is no virtual substitute for the weekly Jumu’ah prayer. Pray Zuhr at home, but join us for a 20-minute reminder to spiritually fortify and keep our heart in its Friday routine of seeking spiritual insights for once we re-open our masjid, insha’Allah. More webinars about coping with Coronavirus: http://mcceastbay.org/corona-webinars More Sidi …

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Satan’s Minions & The Spiritual Battle For Our Soul | Sidi Shahyrar Abbasi 19:58

10M ago19:58

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Sidi Shahryar Abbasi delivers a Khutbah about understanding our time-tested enemy and the tools that Satan uses for our spiritual defeat. This Friday sermon was delivered at the Muslim Community Center - East Bay (MCC East Bay) in Pleasanton, California on February 28, 2020. More Sidi Shahryar: http://mcceastbay.org/shahryar More MCC East Bay: Even…

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Maintaining Patience in These Times | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 25:53

10M ago25:53

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There is no virtual substitute for the weekly Jumu’ah prayer. Pray Zuhr at home, but join us for a 30-minute reminder to spiritually fortify and keep our heart in its Friday routine of seeking spiritual insights for once we re-open our masjid, insha’Allah. MCC Webinars on Corona: http://mcceastbay.org/corona-webinars More Sidi Shahryar: http://mcce…

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Increasing Faith in Trying Times | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi (Session 1) 1:00:25

10M ago1:00:25

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Join Sidi Shahryar Abbasi for how our faith can help, thrive and spiritually fortify us in these turbulent times. Watch free webinar live at 8 p.m. each Sunday until Ramadan at http://mcceastbay.org/dose-2 MCC Webinars on Corona: http://mcceastbay.org/corona-webinars More Sidi Shahryar: http://mcceastbay.org/shahryar This talk was delivered via the…

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Increasing Faith in Trying Times | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi (Session 2) 55:49

10M ago55:49

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Join Sidi Shahryar Abbasi for how our faith can help, thrive and spiritually fortify us in these turbulent times. Watch free webinar live at 8 p.m. each Sunday until Ramadan at http://mcceastbay.org/dose-2 More Sidi Shahryar: http://mcceastbay.org/shahryar This talk was delivered via the Muslim Community Center - East Bay (MCC East Bay) in Pleasant…

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Increasing Faith in Trying Times & Ramadan Prep | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi (Session 3) 59:55

10M ago59:55

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Join Sidi Shahryar Abbasi for how our faith can help, thrive and spiritually fortify us in these turbulent times. Watch free webinar live at 8 p.m. each Sunday until Ramadan at http://mcceastbay.org/dose-2 More Sidi Shahryar: http://mcceastbay.org/shahryar More coping with COVID-19 webinars: http://mcceastbay.org/corona-webinars This talk was deliv…

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Friday Reminder: How The Soul Can Progress From Anxiety to Tranquility | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 27:03

10M ago27:03

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There is no virtual substitute for the weekly Jumu’ah prayer. Pray Zuhr at home, but join us for a 30-minute reminder to spiritually fortify and keep our heart in its Friday routine of seeking spiritual insights for once we re-open our masjid, insha’Allah. MCC Webinars on Corona: http://mcceastbay.org/corona-webinars More Sidi Shahryar: http://mcce…

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Your Gameplan For An Awesome Ramadan | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 1:21:55

10M ago1:21:55

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Sidi Shahryar Abbasi gives us a game-plan for an awesome Ramadan. He covers: - Having the right mindset: How we can get the most out of this Ramadan given the special circumstances - Light fiqh review: How to ensure we are fasting in a way that’s pleasing to Allah - Getting on the path to repentance and change: Practical steps we can take to seek A…

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You Cannot Be A Part-Time Muslim Fighting a Full-Time Devil | Sidi Shahyrar Abbasi 2:54

10M ago2:54

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The devil attacks from all sides and methods with his deceptions. Sidi Shahyrar Abbasi gives tips to ward off your sworn enemy’s whispers with some great pointers to avoid Satan’s well-planned traps and tricks, thwart his advances, and seek refuge in Allah. These insights were given during a sermon about spiritual battle. Watch the entire Khutbah a…

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Friday Reminder: Your Spiritual Prep for Ramadan Begins Now | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 26:34

10M ago26:34

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There is no virtual substitute for the weekly Jumu’ah prayer. Pray Zuhr at home, but join us for a 30-minute reminder to spiritually fortify and keep our heart in its Friday routine of seeking spiritual insights for once we re-open our masjid, insha’Allah. MCC Webinars on Corona: http://mcceastbay.org/corona-webinars More Sidi Shahryar: http://mcce…

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Virtue in a Time of Vice: Traits of the Righteous Intro (Webinar 1) | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 40:11

10M ago40:11

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We are living in a time filled with corruption, hate, and rudeness. Everyone seems to be out for themselves and every week we learn about more jaw-dropping, immoral behavior at the highest levels of society. As Muslims, the most important thing that we can focus on in these times is to acquire good traits. In this new virtual series, we discuss the…

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