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Treasures From Tradition

10 Episodes

28 minutes | Jan 23, 2022
Time For A Moral Vision
What does it mean to be a good person? The question of human morality is one of the most complicated and hotly contested subjects of all time. Imam Zaid Shakir presents how and why prophetic guidance exists, and what it reflects about the Qur'anic worldview in which we live. © Copyright 2022 New Islamic Directions™
55 minutes | Feb 20, 2021
What's So Great About Fortitude Amidst Fitnah?
When people face tragedy and challenges in life, what helps them to persevere? In this episode, Imam Zaid Shakir attempts to answer that question to unlock your power to overcome challenges, and succeed. Fortitude is the moral virtue that ensures firmness in difficulties and constancy in the pursuit of the good. It strengthens the resolve to resist temptations and to overcome obstacles in the moral life. © Copyright 2021 New Islamic Directions™
25 minutes | Jan 9, 2021
Speech Resides in The Heart
Do you know how to lead someone into a relationship with God? If someone came to you today and said, "I want to be a Muslim, and show me how." The truth is that many Muslims may not be prepared to answer that question. In this episode, Imam Zaid Shakir provides strategy and spiritual insights from the Quran and Hadith if put on the spot. © Copyright 2021 New Islamic Directions™
16 minutes | Dec 25, 2020
Faith Bears The Fruit of Action
What good is it, if someone claims to have faith but has no deeds? In this episode is a helpful reminder from Imam Zaid Shakir that deeds without faith are rootless, and faith without deeds is fruitless. A long life is worthy of rewards when the commands of God are fulfilled. © Copyright 2021 New Islamic Directions™
30 minutes | Dec 11, 2020
Do Not Lose Hope
In the twentieth century, the question of Islamic Tradition generates an intense debate within normative and historical Islam. The first step lies in distinguishing well what belongs to the teaching of Islam that forms the ritualistic life of the Muslim. In this episode, Imam Zaid Shakir depicts how Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) meticulously applied the precepts of the Koran at every moment and detail of his life. In this way, a pillar of Muslim faith is constructed. This source of light and guidance can lead us completely. © Copyright 2021 New Islamic Directions™
27 minutes | Dec 3, 2020
What Are You Thankful For?
When expressing gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words but to live by them. In this episode, Imam Zaid Shakir presents a distinct clarification of "Thanksgiving", identifies an aspect of cultural heritage reflection, and highlights the nature of thankfulness according to our religion. © Copyright 2021 New Islamic Directions™
19 minutes | Nov 28, 2020
What Does It Mean to Lead Others?
Sometimes we forget the reward of The Hereafter, and lose focus of the genuine goal in life. In this episode, Imam Zaid Shakir reminds us to be strong, conscious of our real purpose, and honoring the legacy of Prophet Ibrahim (عليه السلام) a symbol of sacrifice and submission. © Copyright 2021 New Islamic Directions™
29 minutes | Nov 24, 2020
Rise to The Level of Excellence
God tells us in the Quran that inner faith is shown in both deed and action, a sense of social responsibility borne from religious convictions. If one's actions are a distortion of Islam, what is the solution? Tune in and reflect on the spiritual and practical prescription for our most inherent imperfections. © Copyright 2021 New Islamic Directions™
41 minutes | Nov 24, 2020
From Original Sin to Color of Skin
What does the message of the Quran signify for humanity? In this episode Imam Zaid expounds on its impact to facilitate consciousness of God commands, avoid prohibitions, and insights into recognizing the historical ties that bind different races together regardless of class and gender. © Copyright 2021 New Islamic Directions™
84 minutes | Nov 21, 2020
Living the Qur'an
An examination of selected passages from the Qur'an emphasizing the practical lessons for our daily lives. Considering specific themes such as patience, sacrifice, principled morality, the philosophy of history, and the reality of death. This episode seeks to connect the believer with the Qur'an in a deep and meaningful way. © Copyright 2021 New Islamic Directions™
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