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Islamic Audio Lectures by Imam Anwar Al-Awlaki

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  1. The Life of the Prophet Muhammad (Makkan Period)
  2. The Life of the Prophet Muhammad (Medina Period)
  3. The Life of the Prophet Muhammad (Medina Part 2)
  4. The Hereafter
  5. The Lives of the Prophets
  6. Abu Bakr al Siddiq : His Life and Times
  7. Ummar Ibn Al Khataab - His Life and Times
  8. The Maccan Minority
  9. The Bearers Of Glad Tiding
  10. Dreams and Dream Interpretations
  11. The Dust will Never Settle Down
  12. Battle of The Hearts and Minds
  13. Allah Is Preparing Us For Victory
  14. Understanding the Qur'an
  15. Companions Of The Ditch And Lessons From The Life Of Musa
  16. 25 Promises from Allah to the Believers
  17. Stories From Hadith
  18. Al-Hijrah
  19. The Story Of The Bull
  20. Quest For Truth - Salman al-Farisi
The Life of the Prophet Muhammad (Makkan Period)

16 parts

The Life of the Prophet Muhammad (Makkan Period)

This 16 CD set is an outstanding collection of inspirational talks that introduces the life of Prophet Muhammad, the greatest human being to walk the face of the earth. In these talks, Imam Anwar al-Awlaki, author of the best selling series, The Lives of the Prophets, eloquently presents the Makkan period of the Prophet's life in a detailed manner, deriving valuable lessons from it and thus making it relevant to our modern times. The series is primarily based on Ibn Kathir's book on the Sirah. Some of the topics discussed include: The History of the Kabah, Muhammad in the Bible, The Call to Near Kin, The Islam of Hamzah, The Year of Grief, Lessons from the Trip to al-Taif and much more.

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The Life of the Prophet Muhammad (Medina Period)

18 parts

The Life of the Prophet Muhammad (Medina Period)

The Life of Muhammad, Peace and Blessings upon him: Medina Period 1 of 2 is the second part of a three part series on the Sirah of our beloved Prophet Muhammad, Peace and Blessings upon him. The first part covered the Makkan era. This part focuses on the Medina era starting from the Hijrah up until the battle of the Trench. Here, Imam Anwar Al-Awlaki covers the first five years of the Medina era which include the all important events of the Hijrah, the establishment of the first Islamic State, the battle of Badr, the Battle of Uhud, and finally the battle of the Trench.

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The Life of the Prophet Muhammad (Medina Part 2)

19 parts

The Life of the Prophet Muhammad (Medina Part 2)

This set of lectures is the third and last part of "The Life of Muhammad, Peace and Blessings upon him". This set covers the last five years of the life of the Messenger of Allah, Muhammad, Peace and Blessings upon him from the fifth year of Hijra to the tenth. It includes the important events of the truce of Hudaybiyyah, the battle of Khaibar, the battle of Mu'tah, the conquest of Makkah, the battle of Hunain, the battle of Tabuk and finally the passing away of the seal of the Prophets.

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The Hereafter

22 parts

The Hereafter

In this series, the Imam vividly portrays the different phases the human soul passes through during its lifetime up to its death as well as the process of judgment of souls and the resulting eternal life in Heaven or Hell in the Hereafter. In breathtaking style the listener hears of the events that occur just before death and the events that come after it. The Imam gives a clear description about life in the grave, the horrors of the last day, the major and minor signs leading to the last hour and the day of resurrection. The Imam crowns this eloquently narrated lecture with the process of accountability and recompense. On the Day of Judgment those who pass the test will be rewarded with Paradise and those who fail will be rewarded with Hellfire.

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The Lives of the Prophets

21 parts

The Lives of the Prophets

The Lives of the Prophets" is a series of lectures delivered by Anwar Al-Awlaki. It is the first such series produced in the English language. The author has done extensive research in the original Arabic resources. The series is based primarily on Ibn Kathir's " Al-Bidayah wa-nihayah (The Beginning and the End)". Br. Al-Awlaki has done an excellent job of relying almost completely on the Quran, Hadith and statements of the Noble Companions.

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The Maccan Minority

2 parts

The Maccan Minority

In light of the current situation the Muslim Ummah is facing in the West, it is evident that there is a pressing need for a better understanding of how the Muslims should live as a minority in a non-Muslim society. Sheikh Anwar Al-Awlaki sheds light upon the Quran, hadeeth and the seerah (particularly the first 13 years in Makkah) and presents lessons to the daiee in order to strengthen his or her methods of conveying the message of Islam to the West.

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Dreams and Dream Interpretations

3 parts

Dreams and Dream Interpretations

Allah Almighty says: "Behold! Verily on the friends of Allah there is no fear, nor shall they grieve; those who believe and guard against evil. For them are glad tidings, in the life of this world and in the Hereafter." The Messenger of Allah Peace and Blessings upon him explained the glad tidings of the life of this world to be dreams. He said it is: "the good dream that a Muslim sees or is seen for him". The world of dreams is an amazing and intriguing one. The early scholar of Islam Ibn Qutaybah says: "There is nothing that people deal with from the different sciences that is more obscure, delicate, exalted, noble, difficult, and problematic than dreams, because they are a type of revelation and a kind of prophethood".

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The Dust will Never Settle Down

1 part

The Dust will Never Settle Down

There has been recently an increase of unacceptable behavior from the kuffar towards our beloved Prophet. So what is the ruling of sharia on such incidents and how did the Sahaba deal with such people and what do our scholars say about them. About this and more Imam Anwar will deliver a talk titled: "The Dust will Never Settle Down". Allaah will suffice His Prophet (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) against the criminals who mock him. He says (interpretation of the meaning): "For he who hates you (O Muhammad), he will be cut off (from posterity and every good thing in this world and in the Hereafter)" [al-Kawthar 108:3] i.e., he is scorned and humiliated and cut off from all that is good. When the Muslims besieged a stronghold and its people resisted, then they heard them mocking and reviling the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him), they would sense that victory...

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Battle of The Hearts and Minds

1 part

Battle of The Hearts and Minds

This lecture was delivered to a South African audience via live phone link on Sunday 11 May 2008. It was part of a Conference held by PureIslam Da'wah and Publications themed: Holding on to Hot Coals - Surviving as a Muslim in the West. An important topic that is going unnoticed by the majority of people around the world. With the advancement of communications in the world, the enemies are not only plotting away with their weapons but also with their lies portrayed in the media spreading all sorts of lies to justify the slaughter of innocent human beings.

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Allah Is Preparing Us For Victory

2 parts

Allah Is Preparing Us For Victory

This title is taken from the book on history Al-Kaamil by Imam Ibn Atheer (rahimahullah). If Allah 'Azza wa Jall wants an end He will create for it the means that will lead towards that end. If Allah 'Azza wa Jall wants victory for this Ummah, then Allah 'Azza wa Jall creates the circumstances for that. So you can sense victory is coming by looking at what is happening today.

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Understanding the Qur'an

1 part

Understanding the Qur'an

Mere decorations and occasional recitation upon the death of a family member are just some of the ways that the use and purpose of the Quran has been misconstrued. Sheikh Anwar Al-Awlaki explains and reminds the listener of the true purpose for the Quran's revelation. The Sheikh looks at examples such as Ibn Umar taking 14 years to memorize Surah Baqarah, whereas nowadays it could take as little as a few months. Why the discrepancy? It was due to their application of each ayat before moving on to another. One must remember to ponder, reflect and understand the Quran properly, thereby actualizing the true reason for its revelation.

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Companions Of The Ditch And Lessons From The Life Of Musa

13 parts

Companions Of The Ditch And Lessons From The Life Of Musa

Companions Of The Ditch - In the first of these two lectures Imam Anwar extracts benefits from the famous story in the Quran about the struggle between a boy of faith and a disbelieving king. Imam Anwar explains the significance of the story in the constant conflict between truth and falsehood and the sacrifices required to stand firm upon Iman (faith). Lessons from the life of Prophet Musa (alayhis-salam) - The life of Musa (alayhis-salam) is truly a treasure chest for the Muslim Ummah. In this sermon (Khutbah) Imam Anwar has taken selected events from the life of Musa to exemplify how Allah strenghtens and aids those who believe in times of need. Companions Of The Ditch Lessons From The Life Of Musa

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25 Promises from Allah to the Believers

2 parts

25 Promises from Allah to the Believers

This lively two CD Lecture presents many lessons and benefits for the Muslim Ummah in their time of need. This lecture will instill trust, reliance and hope in Allah, whilst strengthening a Muslim's conviction knowing that Allah never fails in His promises.

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Stories From Hadith

4 parts

Stories From Hadith

Compelling tales of past nations relived in the words of a superb narrator renowned for his story telling skills. Listen to this audio chronicle of legends from past nations and the lessons held within them. These stories were narrated by the Prophet Peace and Blessings upon him to his Companions and have since found their way into the books of Sahih Hadith.

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Al-Hijrah

1 part

Al-Hijrah

Sh Anwar speaks about the necessity of understanding and performing Hijra for the sake of Allah. Surah/Chapter 008 - Al-Anfal. Verse 72. English Translation of the Meaning (The Noble Quran) Lo! those who believed and left their homes and strove with their wealth and their lives for the cause of Allah, and those who took them in and helped them; these are protecting friends one of another. And those who believed but did not leave their homes, ye have no duty to protect them till they leave their homes; but if they seek help from you in the matter of religion then it is your duty to help (them) except against a folk between whom and you there is a treaty. Allah is Seer of what ye do. Download

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The Story Of The Bull

1 part

The Story Of The Bull

Dividing and Conquering the Muslim lands; the speaker discusses this political phenomenon with a simple parable from the Sunnah, of a lion that cunningly divides and devours three bulls. The bulls remained too much of a meal for the lion while they held together, defending each others backs. The lion thus adopted the art of deceiving, thus causing the bulls to fall into suspicion and apathy, dividing their strength, rendering them useless against the bitter bite of the enemy.

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Quest For Truth - Salman al-Farisi

1 part

Quest For Truth - Salman al-Farisi

This is the story of the famed companion of the Prophet Peace and Blessings upon him, Salman the Persian and his incredible journey to Islam. Having begun life as the boy of a Zoroastrian priest, Salman soon found a simple errand for his father had become the beginning of an epic struggle to discover the truth about life and purpose. Salman was a pagan fire worshiper, who became the apprentice of two Christian priests, one after the other, who then became the slave of a Jew, finally finding liberation in the light of Islam. All of which happened in the span of many years. His story is a tale of patience, persistence and forbearance for the truth.

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Islamic Audio Lectures FAQ

Can I download the lectures?

Yes. Each lecture card includes individual MP3 links, and some series include a ZIP download link where available.

Where should a beginner start?

A beginner can start with the Seerah series, the Lives of the Prophets, Quran reminders, and the Hereafter series, while also using the Quran, authentic Sunnah and reliable scholarship as foundations.

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