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Reflections beneath the stars.

I’m writing this fresh after recording beneath a night sky filled with stars, away from the city lights, where the beauty of Allah’s creation overwhelms the heart and opens the soul.

In this week’s Tafsir Thursday, we explore one of the most awe-inspiring passages in Surah al-Wāqi‘ah: Allah swearing by the constellations of …

Assalamualaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuh!

We’re almost at the end of Surah al-Wāqiʿah and Term 2 of 2025. Apologies for missing last week’s episode—I got caught up with work. But alhamdulillah, we’re back to wrap up the surah over the next two weeks, inshaAllah.

📖 Ayat of the Week

This week we’re covering Surah al-Wāqiʿah, Ayat 83 to 87.

🧠 Tajwīd Highlights

* Long Madd

Anytime you see a wavy line ( ~ ) over an alif or small wāw/ya:

→ Read 4 harakāt (unless it’s followed by a shaddah/suk...

Assalamu alaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuh.

Rasulullah ﷺ began looking for a new base for Islam because of the intense persecution Muslims faced in Makkah. In the 10th year of prophethood, his uncle Abu Talib — the leader of Banu Hashim, the Prophet’s tribe — passed away. At that time, Makkah had no judicial system: your safety depended entirely on your tribal protection. As long as your tribe protected you, no one would harm you because your tribe could avenge any harm done.

When Abu Talib passed away, leadership of Banu Hashim went to Abu Lahab, who refused to protect...

Assalamu alaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuh.

Welcome back to BeQuranic. Today is Tuesday, and that means it’s time for Tajweed Tuesdays.

This week, we’ll be reading our Ayat of the Week — Surah al-Waqi‘ah, verses 75 to 82 — and then we’ll dissect some of the tajweed rules inside these verses.

We’re coming close to the end of Surah al-Waqi‘ah, and that also means the end of this term, inshaAllah. So let’s really focus and try to master the tajweed in these final ayat.

Let’s get reading…

Remember, the aim is n...

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Welcome back to BeQuranic — where we don’t just read the Qur’an, we try to live it.

Today is Tafsir Thursday, and we’re catching up on the second half of Surah al-Waqi‘ah — from verse 58 to 74. These verses shift from describing people of the Hereafter to presenting a powerful series of reminders from nature.

The tone changes. Now Allah is asking us — ref…

Welcome back to BeQuranic!

Today is Tajweed Tuesday, and that means it’s time to dive into the recitation and rules of the Qur’an — not in a complicated, academic way, but in a practical way that helps us all recite with confidence, clarity, and fluency.

This week’s Ayat of the Week comes from Surah al-Waqi‘ah, verses 68 to 74. It’s a shorter passage than usual, which means we can take our time and really focus on perfecting our Tajweed.

Practice Tips

* First, slow down and get your articulation correct.

* Then...

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This week on Tafseer Thursday, we explored a powerful and sobering section of Surah al-Waqi‘ah — verses 41 to 56 — where Allah describes the fate of Ashab al-Shimal, the people of the left. These are the individuals who will receive their records in their left hands on the Day of Judgment — a sign of loss, disgrace, and eternal regret.

Allah asks with a …

Welcome back to Road to Hajj — where we explore the rituals of Hajj, their meanings, and the mysteries behind them.

Tonight, though, we’re going to take a step back from the rituals themselves. Instead, we’re diving into an incredible historical moment — one that didn’t just shape the Hajj… it changed the course of Islamic history forever.

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This moment happened on the last night of Hajj, 1,447 years ago.

I...

Assalamu alaikum wa rahmatullahi wa barakatuh!

Welcome back to BeQuranic. Today is Tuesday, which means it’s time for Tajweed Tuesday!

We’ll start by reading our ayat of the week, then we’ll break them down together and go through some of the Tajweed rules hidden within. This week, we’re looking at Ayahs 57 to 67 from Surah al-Waqi‘ah.

Let’s begin with isti‘aadhah:

أَعُوذُ بِاللَّهِ مِنَ الشَّيْطَانِ الرَّجِيمِ

Now let’s dive into the Tajweed breakdown:

نَحْنُ خَلَقْنَاكُمْ

Notice the qalqalah on the letter qāf in khalaqnā. That bouncing sound is key. Don’t read it flat—bounce it slightly: khalaqā, not khal...

Welcome back to Road to Hajj—a short, practical overview of the Hajj journey. This series isn’t about deep fiqh or academic detail. It’s about following the footsteps of the Hujjaj and reflecting on the wisdom behind each ritual.

Today is the 12th of Dhul Hijjah, and we’re continuing our reflections on the Jamarāt—the symbolic stoning of Shayṭān.

Picking the Pebbles

Let’s start with a practical question: Where do you get the pebbles?

They can come from anywhere. Many Hujjaj pick them from Muzdalifah simply because i...

Welcome back to Road to Hajj, a simple overview of the Hajj rituals and a light reflection on the meanings behind them. This isn’t meant to be a comprehensive fiqh guide — just an easy companion for those wanting to connect deeper with the journey.

Today is the 11th of Dhul Hijjah. The hujjaj are now spending most of the night — if not all of it — back in Mina, the city of tents. It’s sunnah to stay the whole night, but wajib to remain for at least half of it.

Now Mina isn’t a place of i...

Welcome back to Road to Hajj.

This isn’t a comprehensive Hajj guide — just a simple, day-by-day overview of what the hujjaj do, with some reflections on its deeper meaning.

Today is the 10th of Dhul-Hijjah — Yawm an-Nahr — the Day of Sacrifice. This is the peak of the Hajj journey.

To understand this day, we look at the story of Prophet Ibrahim عليه السلام, starting from the 8th of Dhul-Hijjah, Yawm at-Tarwiyah — the day of pondering. That’s when he began to reflect deeply on a troubling dream: that he was slaughtering his son.

By the 9th, Yawm ‘Ar...

Welcome back to Road to Hajj — a simplified walk-through of what the hujjaj do each day of the Hajj journey.

Now is Maghrib of the 10th of Dhul-Hijjah.

In the day, the hujjaj spent the most important day of the year — the 9th of Dhul-Hijjah — at ‘Arafah. From Dhuhr to Maghrib, they stood in du‘a during wuqūf, the core act of Hajj. It’s the day when most du‘as are answered and the most people are forgiven in the whole year.

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Welcome back to Road to Hajj – a short series giving you a simple, practical overview of the Hajj journey. This isn’t a deep dive or fiqh breakdown, just a companion to help you reflect on what each day of Hajj means.

Today is the 9th of Dhul-Hijjah — the Day of ‘Arafah.

Let’s quickly recap: yesterday, on the 8th, the hujjaj doing Tamattu‘ re-entered ihram. Those performing Ifrād or Qirānwere already in ihram. Depending on their package, many hujjaj moved to Mina, but some may have gone straight to ‘Arafah for logistical reasons. That’s...

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It’s Tafsir Thursday—and not just any Thursday. Today is the 9th of Dhul Hijjah, the Day of ‘Arafah, the greatest day of the year.

If you’re fasting today—may Allah accept it from you! The Prophet ﷺ said that fasting on this day wipes away two years of sins: one past, one future. Incredible reward for just one day.

And if you’re not fasting? Don’t worry—t…

Welcome back to Road to Hajj — your practical companion for the blessed days of Hajj.

In today’s episode, we explore 8 Dhul-Hijjah, also known as Yawm at-Tarwiyah — the Day of Preparation. While it might sound unfamiliar to some, it’s one of the key transitional days leading into the main Hajj rites.

🗓️ What is the Day of Tarwiyah?

“Tarwiyah” comes from the root word rawā, which means to prepare water or to reflect deeply.

Historically:

* Hujjaj would spend this day collecting and preparing water, food, and provisions before heading out for the challe...

Welcome to Road to Hajj, a practical podcast series designed to help pilgrims—especially those travelling from Australia—navigate their journey to the House of Allah. This is not an academic deep dive, but a step-by-step companion for anyone wanting to be better prepared, both spiritually and practically, for the days of Hajj.

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Episode Summary

In this opening episode, Ustadh Azizi breaks down the three types of Hajj that Muslims may perform:

* Hajj Ifrād (إفراد) – “The solo Hajj”

* Intention: Only Hajj.

* Enter Makkah already in Ihrām.

* Perform Hajj...

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🎙️ BeQuranic | Tajweed Tuesday – The People of the Left (Ashab al-Shimal)

Assalamualaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuh, and welcome back to BeQuranic.

It’s week 4, and today is Tuesday – which means it’s time for Tajweed Tuesday! We’re continuing with our journey through Surah al-Waqi‘ah this term, and today we’re reading Ayat 41 to 56, which focus on the third category of people mentioned in this Surah: Ashab al-Shimal — the people of the left.

Just a quick reminder before...

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In this special session, I walk a group of youth through the meaning, rituals, and spiritual significance of Hajj—starting with a mock Hajj and ending with a powerful reminder about the sincerity of our journey to Allah.

💫 In this episode:

* Why Hajj matters: its origins in the call of Prophet Ibrahim (as), the sacred months, and the spiritual and historic…

Khutbah at Iqro’ Centre Jumuah Prayer

Today happens to be the fifth Friday of the month — normally a week off from delivering the khutbah. But when I dropped by Iqro’ Centre this afternoon aand the imam, a dear friend of mine, saw me in the prayer hall, he asked if I could give the sermon. And honestly, how could I say no?

So here it is: lessons from the life of Prophet Ibrahim, drawn from verses 124 to 129 of Surah al-Baqarah.

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Assalamualaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuh, and welcome back to BeQuranic.

Today is Thursday, the 2nd of Dhul-Hijjah, 1446. That means we’ve officially entered the best 10 days of the year — the first 10 days of Dhul-Hijjah.

Just as the last 10 nights of Ramadan are the most sacred nights — containing Laylatul Qadr — the first 10 days of Dhul-Hijjah are t…

Great! Here’s a refined and structured version of your Tajweed Tuesday + Ayat of the Week script for BeQuranic – Week 3 of Term 2, 2025 (covering Surah Al-Wāqiʿah, verses 27–40). This version improves clarity, flow, and consistency, while keeping your teaching voice and intent intact.

Assalamualaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuh,

Welcome back to BeQuranic. Today is Tuesday, and that means it’s Tajweed Tuesday.

Apologies—we didn’t get a chance to upload Ayat of the Week earlier, so in today’s session, we’ll combine both. We’ll recite this week’s portion of Surah Al-Wāqiʿah, and then break d...

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Welcome back to BeQuranic.

Today is Thursday, which means it’s time for Tafsir Thursday — where we reflect on how to live the Qur’an in practical, everyday ways. At BeQuranic, we’re not diving into academic depth or technical tafsir debates. Instead, we focus on action:

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Assalamualaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuh,

Welcome back to Be Qur’anic!

It’s Tuesday, and that means it’s time for Tajweed Tuesday, where we break down the recitation and pronunciation rules from the Ayat of the Week.

This is Week 2 of Term 2, and we’re continuing with Surah al-Wāqiʿah, focusing on verses 10 to 26. Don’t worry — although that’s 16 ayat, the verses are short and rhythmically structured, which makes them ideal for learning Tajweed.

Let’s begin with Isti‘ādhah:

أعوذ بالله من الشيطان الرجيم

This is not part of the Qur’an but an instruction from Allah — “When...

Assalamualaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuh,

Welcome back to Be Qur’anic.

Today we’re continuing with our Ayat of the Week for Term 2 of 2025, where we’re diving into the powerful and reflective verses of Surah al-Wāqiʿah.

This week, we’ll be reciting from ayah 10 to ayah 26. That might sound like a lot—16 ayat—but don’t worry. Surah al-Wāqiʿah is known for its short, rhythmic verses, which makes it easy to recite and reflect upon.

Let’s begin, as always, with istiʿādhah — seeking protection from Shayṭān — and then proceed to the recit...

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Assalamualaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuh.

Welcome to Be Quranic. It’s Thursday, which means it’s time for Tafsir Thursday — where we dive into the meanings and lessons behind our Ayat of the Week.

We’re now in Term 2 of 2025, and this term, we’ll be studying Surah al-Wāqi‘ah — the chapter that follows Surah al-Rahmān, which we explored last term. As usu…

Assalamualaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuh.

Welcome back to Be Qur’anic. Today is Tuesday, and that means it’s Tajweed Tuesday.

Every Tuesday during the term, we’ll break down the tajwīd rules found in the Ayat of the Week. For Term 2, we’re exploring Surah al-Wāqi‘ah. This week, we’re focusing on verses 1 to 9.

Let’s begin.

1.

Isti‘ādhah and Basmalah

A‘ūdhu billāhi min ash-shayṭānir-rajīm

Don’t rush through isti‘ādhah. This is a direct command from Allah: “When you recite the Qur’an, seek refuge...

Assalamualaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuh.

Welcome back to BeQuranic!

We are now in Term 2 of 2025, and this term we’ll be diving into a powerful and reflective surah — Surah al-Waqi‘ah.

Each week, you’ll receive three episodes to support your journey:

* On Mondays, we’ll begin with a recitation of the Ayat of the Week

* On Tuesdays, it’s Tajweed Tuesday, where we explore the tajweed rules found in the weekly verses

* On Thursdays, we’ll end the week with Tafsir Thursday, discussing the meanings and life lessons from what we’v...

Community Reminder (Approaching Elections):

* Elections and politics are a part of religion, not its totality. Avoid extreme labels like calling someone “kafir” or “Zionist” based on their voting preferences.

* Voting is a personal ijtihad; choose candidates based on community benefit, not solely candidate’s religion. After elections, we remain a united community.

Reflections on Islamic History & Political Islam:

* Islam as a religion spread peacefully, while the political expansion involved battles for geopolitical necessity, not forced conversion.

* Historical examples: Syria took 500 years to become majority-Muslim, Egypt 300 years. Religious freedom was respected...

Reflecting on our Tafseer of Surah Al-An’am

Alhamdulillah, it’s great to be back together after Eid. Eid Mubarak to everyone—I hope your Eid is joyful and filled with blessings. May Allah accept all our deeds from Ramadan and grant us the opportunity to experience an even more meaningful Ramadan next year.

Tonight, we continue our tafseer of Surah Al-An’am, picking up from Ayah 90, where we paused before Eid. Our aim now is to complete the remaining eleven pages, covering roughly a page each week. Once we finish this surah, I plan to go ba...

Eid Khutbah Reflections

Alhamdulillah, today was Eid, and it was truly beautiful to see everyone gathered to celebrate after a month of Ramadan. I began with the traditional Takbīr, praising Allah, and sending peace upon our beloved Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.

One important thing I really wanted everyone to remember today is that Islam is a religion of balance. Ramadan was a month of hard work, sacrifice, late-night prayers, and giving up things we enjoy—all for Allah’s sake. But today, Eid, is a day Allah Himself has given us to celebrate and enjoy, as a rewar...

Introduction: Ramadan Reflections

• Approaching the end of Ramadan, reflect on the month:

• Choose one good habit to carry forward into the next 11 months.

• Examples: Regular jama’ah prayers, sunnah prayers, daily Qur’an recitation.

• Community announcement:

• Potluck iftar tomorrow.

• Eid prayer details shared.

Surah Al-An’am (Ayahs 85-90): Prophet Ibrahim’s Example

• Emphasis on Ibrahim’s logical arguments and reliance on revelation.

• Allah took ownership of Ibrahim’s logical reasoning, emphasizing the importance of logic and reason in Islam.

Prophet Ibrahim’s Family Leg...

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Introduction: Differing Ramadan Dates

• Acknowledgment of differences within Muslim communities regarding Ramadan dates (27th vs. 28th).

• Encourages practical approach: worship on both nights to ensure Laylat al-Qadr is covered.

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Introduction: Laylat al-Qadr (27th Night)

• Traditionally regarded as most likely night for Laylat al-Qadr.

• Personal anecdote from student days in Egypt, highlighting importance and special nature of the 27th night.

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Introduction: Eid Announcement & Reminder

• Eid: Announced for Monday at Neil MacDougall Park, Como.

• Importance of Eid Prayer outdoors—emulating prophetic practice:

• All encouraged to attend (men, women, children).

• Prophet ﷺ conducted Eid prayer in an open field, not a masjid, allowing everyone (including menstruating women) to join the gathering.

Upcom…

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Introduction: Last 10 Nights & Extra Effort

• 25th night, odd night—potential Laylatul Qadr.

• Encouraged extra spiritual effort:

• Qur’an recitation, prayer, charity, du‘a.

Assalamualaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuh.

Welcome to BeQuranic.

Today is Tuesday, the 25th of Ramadan.

As always on Tuesdays, we’ve got Tajweed Tuesday, where we break down the Tajweed rules in the Ayat of the Week.

This week, we are covering ayahs 56 to 61 of Surah Al-Rahman.

Usually, we begin with the theory, and then apply it to the ayat.

But this week, I want to do things a little differently.

Since we’ve now completed the rules of Nun Sakin and Tanwin — which is one of the la...

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Introduction: Covering All Bases in Ramadan

• Although tonight (24th night) is even for some, it’s odd for others.

• Due to differences in moon sighting, don’t risk missing Laylatul Qadr—perform extra worship on every night of the last 10 nights.

Assalamualaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuh.

Welcome to BeQuranic.

Today is Monday, the 24th of Ramadan.

That means tonight will be the eve of the 25th of Ramadan.

And Rasulullah ﷺ said in a very well-known hadith:

“Search for Laylatul Qadr in the last ten nights, on the odd nights.”

So tonight is one of the last ten odd nights – it could be Laylatul Qadr.

InshaAllah, let’s make the most of this night.

🔹 Increase your worship

🔹 Pray extra raka‘at

🔹 Read more Qur’an

🔹 And es...