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Divine Destiny and Free Will in Islam Explained!

By Dr Omer Atilla Ergi

Do we really have a free will? If all things are pre-ordained by Allah, then why should we be held responsible for our actions? Can we change Allah’s Qadr: what is recorded in the Preserved Tablet? (Al Lawh al mahfuzh)? This video explains these perplexing questions in a very clear and lucid way..

Setting the scene: Enjoy your prayer series

By Sheikh Ali Hammuda

How to cultivate khuahoo’ (humility, attentiveness and a soft, open heart) during our prayers. This series of talks is essential viewing for every Muslim who wants to get the most out of their Salaah…

The most powerful lesson in Sura Yasin

By Nouman Ali Khan

Sura Yasin is described as “The Heart of the Qur’an” and in this video we find out why. Sura Yasin has so many vital lessons for every human being, and here these lessons are eloquently explained….

Visionary Young Companions

By Hisham Abu Yusuf
Cambridge Central Mosque
It’s crucially important that we nurture the innate talents that Allah has gifted every child. Children  often show an inclination, a skill set in their early years, that can easily be lost by the many distractions of modern life. Here are some illuminating examples shown by our beloved Prophet sws…

How to improve your relationship with the Quran

By Talha Asghar

Ramadan, unlike any other time of the year, offers us the best opportunity to improve our relationship with the Holy Quran. During Ramadan, all our routines are changed to allow more time for improving our spiritual health…

How the tables turn…

By Sohaib Saeed

Cambridge Muslim College

Things are always changing under God’s master plan. How do we deal with it? How do we give advice to others? How can we be sure that our advice is valid, according to the Quran and Sunnah? Be careful! Either you know, or you don’t, and you’re reaching beyond your limits… You could be either a Wali or a Wally!…

Homosexuality in Islam

By Shaykh Abdal Hakim Murad
Gender fluidity and same-sex relationships have become normalised in many countries. Those who still value the traditional religious view are under pressure to conform. How should we Muslims answer the question of homosexuality? Shaykh Abdal Hakim Murad offers some helpful advice in this short video clip.