MCCGP Podcast
The Radiant Light (Prophet's Seerah): Ep 134 Conclusion & Seal of the Sira
Friday September 27, 2024
Rabi al-Awwal 23, 1446
This episode marks the khatam -- the conclusion and seal -- of our exploration of the Sira. It covers the Prophet's final days in this worldly life, his last words, his passing, how the Companions responded to this tragedy, and how they conducted his burial. It concludes with a final reflection and prayer for acceptance and connection to the Prophet Muhammad (Allah bless him and give him peace) and his timeless teachings and wisdom.
Jumu'ah Khutba: Farewell Reminder and Parting Advice
Friday September 27, 2024
Rabi al-Awwal 23, 1446
In his last Khutba as the Religious Director of MCCGP, Imam Abdul Aziz offers some parting advice.
The Radiant Light (Prophet's Seerah): Ep 133 Prophet's Final Address, Last Prayer With Companions
Tuesday September 24, 2024
Rabi al-Awwal 20, 1446
The penultimate episode of this series continues the discussion on the Prophet's preparation for al-Rafiq al-A'la (leaving this world), discussing his final address to the Umma, the intention to write a document, and the last prayer he offered in the Masjid with his Companions.
The Radiant Light (Prophet's Seerah): Ep 132 Preparation for al-Rafiq al-A'la (leaving this world)
Sunday September 22, 2024
Rabi al-Awwal 18, 1446
This episode begins the discussion on the most painful period of the Sira: Preparation for al-Rafiq al-A'la, discussing the signs of the Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace) nearing the end of his physical life and tracing the steps from the onset of his final illness to his passing.
The Radiant Light (Prophet's Seerah): Ep 131 Prophet's Return from Hajj, Incident of Ghadir Khum
Friday September 20, 2024
Rabi al-Awwal 16, 1446
This episode continues the discussion on the Farewell Hajj of the Prophet, the Prophet's departure from Mecca after performing the Hajj, the famous incident at Ghadir Khum and the emergence of the false prophet Musaylima al-Kadhhab.
Jumu'ah Khutba: First Things First: The importance of priorities!
Friday September 20, 2024
Rabi al-Awwal 16, 1446
In this Khutba Imam Abdul Aziz speaks about the importance of priorities.
The Radiant Light (Prophet's Seerah): Ep 130 Farewell Hajj and Reflections over the Prophet's Sermon
Tuesday September 17, 2024
Rabi al-Awwal 13, 1446
This episode covers the Farewell Hajj of the Prophet and traces the steps of the Hajj with reflection over the Prophet's Farewell Sermon.
The Radiant Light (Prophet's Seerah): Ep 129 10th year, Abu Bakr's Hajj, Banishing of Paganism
Sunday September 15, 2024
Rabi al-Awwal 11, 1446
This episode ushers the entry of the Sira into the 10th year after the Hijra and explores 'Ali's mission to Madh-hij, Abu Bakr's Hajj and the delivery of the verses of Sura al-Tawba marking the removal of paganism from the Arabian Peninsula.
Jumu'ah Khutba: The Majesty and Beauty of the Prophet Muhammad (Allah bless him and give him peace)
Friday September 13, 2024
Rabi al-Awwal 9, 1446
In this Khutba Imam Abdul Aziz explores the hadith 'Whoever saw him unexpectedly would be filled with awe, while whoever interacted with him will fall in love.'
Salutations of the Prophetic Portrait Ep30
Wednesday September 11, 2024
Rabi al-Awwal 7, 1446
Ask The Imam: Daily routine of the Prophet, Disposing Papers with Allah's name, Purpose of Mahr
Wednesday September 11, 2024
Rabi al-Awwal 7, 1446
This edition of Ask The Imam answers the following questions:
00:00 1. How to dispose papers with Allah's name on them?
12:58 2. Correcting a child during Jumu'a prayer?
24:40 3. What was the daily routine of the Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace)?
54:28 4. What the purpose of the bridal gift (mahr) in Islamic law?
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The Radiant Light (Prophet's Seerah): Ep 128 Death of Umm Kulthum & Ibrahim, More Delegations
Tuesday September 10, 2024
Rabi al-Awwal 6, 1446
This episode continues the discussion on delegations that came to Medina to embrace Islam and also discusses the death of Umm Kulthum, the death of the chief of the hypocrites 'Abdullah b. Ubay, and the death of the Prophet's son Ibrahim.
The Radiant Light (Prophet's Seerah): Ep 127 Year of Delegations & Tribes Embracing Islam
Sunday September 8, 2024
Rabi al-Awwal 4, 1446
This episode explores the 'Year of Delegations' and discusses multiple visits undertaken and the events that unfolded as tribes embraced Islam.
99 Names of Allah: 30 - The Divine Names of al-Wasi', al-Majid, and al-Ba'ith
Friday September 6, 2024
Rabi al-Awwal 2, 1446
This episode looks at the divine names of al-Wasi', al-Majid, and al-Ba'ith.
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Jumu'ah Khutba: 'Do they not recognize their Messenger?...': What it Means to Know Prophet Muhammad
Friday September 6, 2024
Rabi al-Awwal 2, 1446
As we enter the month of al-Rabi' al-Awwal, Imam Abdul Aziz reflects on the importance of knowing the person, personality, and qualities of the Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace) and the danger of not knowing him properly.
Salutations of the Prophetic Portrait Ep29
Wednesday August 28, 2024
Safar 23, 1446
Salutations of the Prophetic Portrait Ep28
Wednesday August 14, 2024
Safar 9, 1446
The Radiant Light (Prophet's Seerah): Ep 126 Post Tabuk Events, Story of Ka'b b. Malik
Sunday September 1, 2024
Safar 27, 1446
This episode explores the fate of those who remained behind in Medina without excuse, particularly the story of Ka'b b. Malik.
99 Names of Allah: 29 - The Divine Name al-Wadud
Friday August 30, 2024
Safar 25, 1446
This episode looks at the divine name al-Wadud
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Jumu'ah Khutba: The Lessons of Prophets Musa and Harun
Friday August 30, 2024
Safar 25, 1446
In this khutba, Imam Abdul Aziz explores the many lessons derived from the verse, 'And my brother Harun is more eloquent than I, so send him with me as a helper to support what I say, for I truly fear they may reject me.'
The Radiant Light (Prophet's Seerah): Ep 125 Events of Tabuk and the return journey, Masjid al-Dirar
Sunday August 25, 2024
Safar 20, 1446
This episode continues the discussion of Tabuk and covers various incidents that occurred, the Prophet's return to Medina, the assassination attempt along the way, and Masjid al-Dirar, or 'The Mosque of Harm and Division' built by the hypocrites.
99 Names of Allah: 28 - The Divine Name of al-Mujib
Friday August 23, 2024
Safar 18, 1446
This episode looks at the divine name of al-Mujib (The Answerer of Prayers).
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The Radiant Light (Prophet's Seerah): Ep 124 Lead up to the Journey to the Battle of Tabuk
Sunday August 18, 2024
Safar 13, 1446
This episode discusses the lead up to the journey to the battle of Tabuk, the collection of charity, excuses given by some, their departure and some of the important events that occurred on the way.
99 Names of Allah: 27 - The Divine Names of al-Karim, al-Raqib and al-Mujib
Friday August 16, 2024
Safar 11, 1446
This episode looks at the divine names of al-Karim (The Generous), al-Raqib (The Watchful) and al-Mujib (The Answerer of Prayers).
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Jumu'ah Khutba: The Call to Life: Responding to the call of Allah and His Messenger
Friday August 16, 2024
Safar 11, 1446
In this khutba, Imam Abdul Aziz Suraqah reflects on modern nihilism and moral relativism, and how Allah enjoins Muslims to respond to what gives us life and call others to it.
The Radiant Light (Prophet's Seerah): Ep 123 Delegations, Birth of Ibrahim, Preparation for Tabuk
Monday August 12, 2024
Safar 7, 1446
After discussing the battle of Hunayn and the siege of Ta'if, this episode looks at the events at the end of the eighth year after Hijra and the ninth year, discussing the repentance of Ka'b b. Zuhayr, delegations, letters to rulers, the birth of Ibrahim, and the beginning of the battle of Tabuk.
99 Names of Allah: 26 - The Divine Name of al-Hakim
Friday August 9, 2024
Safar 4, 1446
This episode looks at the divine name of al-Hakim (The Wise).
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Jumu'ah Khutba: Becoming Wise: The Virtue of Wisdom and how to attain it
Friday August 9, 2024
Safar 4, 1446
In this khutba, Imam Abdul Aziz Suraqah explores the virtues of wisdom (hikma), what it is and how one can become wise.
Ask The Imam: Euthanasia, Coming to Mosque Without Hijab, Medicine With Unlawful Ingredients
Wednesday August 7, 2024
Safar 2, 1446
This edition of Ask The Imam answers the following questions:
00:00 1. What is the Islamic ruling on euthanasia?
17:08 2. The fiqh of using the duff drum.
28:04 3. Coming to the mosque without hijab.
32:45 4. Working at a job that came as a result of cheating on exams.
39:09 5. On administering medicines made with impure or unlawful ingredients.
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Salutations of the Prophetic Portrait Ep27
Wednesday July 31, 2024
Muharrum 25, 1446
The Radiant Light (Prophet's Seerah): Ep 122 The Battle of Hunayn, Siege of Ta'if & Prophet's Umra
Sunday August 4, 2024
Muharrum 29, 1446
This episode continues the discussion on the Battle of Hunayn, then exploring the siege of Ta'if and the Prophet's 'Umra.
99 Names of Allah: 25 - The Divine Names of al-Muqit, al-Hasib, and al-Jalil
Friday August 2, 2024
Muharrum 27, 1446
This episode looks at the divine names of al-Muqit, al-Hasib, and al-Jalil.
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Salutations of the Prophetic Portrait Ep26
Wednesday July 24, 2024
Muharrum 18, 1446
Salutation of the Prophetic Portrait Ep25
Wednesday July 10, 2024
Muharrum 4, 1446
Salutations of the Prophetic Portrait Ep24
Wednesday July 3, 2024
Dhu al-Hijja 27, 1445
Salutations of The Prophetic Portrait Ep23
Wednesday June 12, 2024
Dhu al-Hijja 6, 1445
Salutations of The Prophetic Portrait Ep22
Wednesday May 22, 2024
Zul Qa'da 14, 1445
99 Names of Allah: 24 - The Divine Name al-Hafiz (The Guardian)
Friday July 26, 2024
Muharrum 20, 1446
This episode looks at the divine name al-Hafiz (The Guardian).
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Jumu'ah Khutba: Don't Be a Hater: The Disease of Envy and Its Remedy
Friday July 26, 2024
Muharrum 20, 1446
Envy is one of the worst diseases of the heart. What is its nature and causes, and how do we remove it from our hearts. These and more are explored in this Khutba.
The Radiant Light (Prophet's Seerah): Ep 121 Events post-Conquest and Leadup to the Battle of Hunayn
Sunday July 21, 2024
Muharrum 15, 1446
Venturing into the post Meccan Conquest environment, this episode looks various events that took place in the immediate aftermath of the Conquest of Mecca and the leadup to the battle of Hunayn that taught the Muslims to never feel confident in victory due to large numbers and resources.
