Why and How to Learn Arabic - Ustadh Nouman Ali Khan

I have just started learning Arabic and insh'Allah, I will be posting information and links to useful resources as I go.  In the meantime, the following video by Ustadh Nouman Ali Khan  may be a useful prompt or inspiration to anyone who has been thinking of learning Quran, I certainly found it encouraging and inspiring (source here)


 

Muslim Spain's Legacy - By Sheikh Abdullah Hakim Quick

In depth lesson on Islamic history by Sheikh Abdullah Hakim Quick detailing the Muslim contribution to modern civilization and their influence on the world during their 700 year rule in Al-Andulus (present-day Spain), including the Muslim contributions to geography, navigation, astronomy, physics, medicine, chemistry, mathematics and pharmacology as well as the early history of Muslims in the Americas.

The lecture also analyzes why Muslim Spain declined from its status as a "wonder of the world" to a lost treasure which is lamented to this day. It concludes with a slideshow of photos, taken by Imam Quick himself, that illustrate much of the material covered. Other topics discussed: Islam as a religion of monotheism, Prophet Muhammad's last sermon, stereotyping, city names with Arabic roots, the Melungeons, Muslim slaves in Brazil, Spanish and Portuguese interaction with Muslim explorers, debunking the myth about Islam spreading by the sword, and the Muslim influence on Europe's exploration of the new world.

Preparing for Ramadan

Sheikh Shaqur Rehman explores the true purpose of Ramadan and the greatness of this noble month. He suggests practical steps by which Muslims can reap the immense rewards of Ramadan on a personal and communal level.

Muhammad Alshareef - The Four Imams: Imam Ahmad ibn Hanbal (RA)

This is one of a series of four lectures on the lives of the four great imam's of Islam, Imam Abu Hanifa, Imam Malik, Imam Shafi'ee and Imam Ahmad, from his album Under the Shade of Scrolls.

Muhammad Alshareef - The Four Imams: Imam Ash-Shafi'i (RA)

This is one of a series of four lectures on the lives of the four great imam's of Islam, Imam Abu Hanifa, Imam Malik, Imam Shafi'ee and Imam Ahmad, from his album Under the Shade of Scrolls.

Muhammad Alshareef - The Four Imams: Imam Malik (RA)

This is one of a series of four lectures on the lives of the four great imam's of Islam, Imam Abu Hanifa, Imam Malik, Imam Shafi'ee and Imam Ahmad, from his album Under the Shade of Scrolls.

Muhammad Alshareef - The Four Imams: Abu Hanifa (RA)

This is one of a series of four lectures on the lives of the four great imam's of Islam, Imam Abu Hanifa, Imam Malik, Imam Shafi'ee and Imam Ahmad, from his album Under the Shade of Scrolls.