Welcome Home Podcast

Jan 27 2025 266 ep. 48 mins 15
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Ta'leef provides the space, content, and companionship necessary for a healthy understanding and realization of Islam in America. We are rooted in Prophetic tradition, love, and service. Through this podcast, you'll be able to stream all of our classes and listen to conversations with our beloved teachers and community members.

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Word to the Wise: Seeking Truth and Hope

Jan 27 2025 48 mins  
Ibn Ata’illah al-Skandari’s Taj al-Arus, or The Bridegroom’s Crown: Containing Instructions on Refining the Self, is a timeless manual of practical spirituality for Muslims of all backgrounds. It contains 345 aphorisms with which Ibn Ata’illah provides guidance on rectifying oneself by cultivating a deep sense of gratitude toward God. He gives advice on everything from the

Word to the Wise: Happiness with that which Lasts

Jan 27 2025 55 mins  
Ibn Ata’illah al-Skandari’s Taj al-Arus, or The Bridegroom’s Crown: Containing Instructions on Refining the Self, is a timeless manual of practical spirituality for Muslims of all backgrounds. It contains 345 aphorisms with which Ibn Ata’illah provides guidance on rectifying oneself by cultivating a deep sense of gratitude toward God. He gives advice on everything from the

The Golden Thread: A Look Back at 2024

Jan 13 2025 50 mins  
In this reflective episode of The Welcome Home Podcast, Dr. Ali Dia, Dr. Will Caldwell, Mike Swies, and special guest Mousa Al-Sweis celebrate the high points of 2024 at Taleef. They share stories of the many shahadas throughout the year, reminisce about the inspiring Newcomers Retreat in Colombia, and highlight the strides Taleef has made in fostering a culture of inclusion and ca

’Tis the Season

Nov 18 2024 41 mins  
Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas—how should Muslims approach these widely celebrated holidays? In this episode of The Welcome Home Podcast, Dr. Ali Dia, Dr. Will Caldwell, and Mike Swies dive into the sub-consensus among Muslims regarding these occasions. Our hosts explore the challenges this season brings for Muslims, especially new converts, who may feel torn between cultural

Advice for the Journey: The Friends of God

Nov 16 2024 30 mins  
The ahadith qudsiyyah, or sacred sayings of Allah, are reports from the Messenger of God ﷺ about God’s speech which is not contained in the Quran. Each of these sacred sayings is like a secret from Allah, where He reveals intimate details about Himself and the relationship He wants with humanity. We will explore selected sayings from the collection, al-arba’een al-qudsiyyah,

Advice for the Journey: The Day of Judgement

Nov 16 2024 24 mins  
The ahadith qudsiyyah, or sacred sayings of Allah, are reports from the Messenger of God ﷺ about God’s speech which is not contained in the Quran. Each of these sacred sayings is like a secret from Allah, where He reveals intimate details about Himself and the relationship He wants with humanity. We will explore selected sayings from the collection, al-arba’een al-qudsiyyah,

Word to the Wise: Prayer is a Repository of Goodwill

Nov 11 2024 51 mins  
Ibn Ata’illah al-Skandari’s Taj al-Arus, or The Bridegroom’s Crown: Containing Instructions on Refining the Self, is a timeless manual of practical spirituality for Muslims of all backgrounds. It contains 345 aphorisms with which Ibn Ata’illah provides guidance on rectifying oneself by cultivating a deep sense of gratitude toward God. He gives advice on everything from the

Word to the Wise: Making Obedience a Habit

Nov 11 2024 51 mins  
Ibn Ata’illah al-Skandari’s Taj al-Arus, or The Bridegroom’s Crown: Containing Instructions on Refining the Self, is a timeless manual of practical spirituality for Muslims of all backgrounds. It contains 345 aphorisms with which Ibn Ata’illah provides guidance on rectifying oneself by cultivating a deep sense of gratitude toward God. He gives advice on everything from the

Word to the Wise: Everything Begins with the Heart

Nov 11 2024 54 mins  
Ibn Ata’illah al-Skandari’s Taj al-Arus, or The Bridegroom’s Crown: Containing Instructions on Refining the Self, is a timeless manual of practical spirituality for Muslims of all backgrounds. It contains 345 aphorisms with which Ibn Ata’illah provides guidance on rectifying oneself by cultivating a deep sense of gratitude toward God. He gives advice on everything from the

Word to the Wise: Acting in Accordance with Knowledge

Nov 11 2024 54 mins  
Ibn Ata’illah al-Skandari’s Taj al-Arus, or The Bridegroom’s Crown: Containing Instructions on Refining the Self, is a timeless manual of practical spirituality for Muslims of all backgrounds. It contains 345 aphorisms with which Ibn Ata’illah provides guidance on rectifying oneself by cultivating a deep sense of gratitude toward God. He gives advice on everything from the