Best Shahryar Abbasi Podcasts (2024)

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The Love for this World is Behind Every Sin | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 22:50

17h ago22:50

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Sidi Shahryar Abbasi delivers a Khutbah about protecting our hearts from contamination of love of worldly life that can subsume us and allow the Devil to dupe us and then draw us away from our true purpose on earth. This sermon was delivered at the Muslim Community Center - East Bay (MCC East Bay) in Pleasanton, California on Friday, October 5, 201…

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Citadel of the Soul: Our Lifelong Struggle Against Ourself (Jihad al-Nafs) | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 19:53

17h ago19:53

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Sidi Shahryar Abbasi speaks about the merits of the soul, our three types of Nafs (nafs-e-ammara, nafs-e-lawwama and nafs-e-mutmainna), and our evergreen struggle against the base self (Jihad al-Nafs). More Sidi Shahryar: http://mcceastbay.org/shahryar This sermon was delivered at the Muslim Community Center - East Bay (MCC East Bay) in Pleasanton,…

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Be Like the Giants in the Islamic Golden Age | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 22:09

10h ago22:09

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Sidi Shahryar Abbasi delivers a Khutbah in which he commiserates about the innovativeness and forward-thinking advancements in the not-so-distance past in the Islamic past that had propelled the world forward. Sidi Shahryar said the pioneering work was grounded by closely following the Qur’an and Sunnah and he encourages worshippers to make persona…

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Caring for the Heart that Yearns For Its Creator | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 23:54

18m ago23:54

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Sidi Shahryar Abbasi delivers a Khutbah about finding inner peace and tranquility by purifying and submitting our many physical inroads to the heart like our our eyes, ears, hands, feet and, private parts. This sermon was delivered at the Muslim Community Center of East Bay (MCC East Bay) in Pleasanton, California on Friday, March 29, 2019. Sign up…

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Aspiring to Higher Spiritual Horizons | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 33:13

18m ago33:13

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Sidi Shahryar Abbasi delivers a Khutbah giving spiritual insights about the spiritual phenomenon that can be unleashed within each of us and how our potential to reach the highest of the high or lowest of the low is dependent on our spiritual fortitude. More Sidi Shahryar: http://mcceastbay.org/shahryar This sermon was delivered at the Muslim Commu…

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Thrive - Don’t Survive - This Ramadan | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 1:40:29

16h ago1:40:29

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Sidi Shahryar Abbasi has an open conversation to help navigate any challenge we are facing and to thrive this Ramadan no matter where we are at on our spiritual journey. - More Sidi Shahryar: http://mcceastbay.org/shahryar - More Ramadan sermons & talks: http://mcceastbay.org/ramadan-reminders - More Getting Ramadan for Ramadan reminders: http://mc…

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Evaluating Just How Well Your Ramadan Went | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 29:59

3d ago29:59

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Sidi Shahryar Abbasi delivers a Khutbah about measuring ourselves post Ramadan in our Taqwa (God consciousness) growth into an experiential reality in which we know and feel that God is always with us no matter what we do. This sermon was delivered at the Muslim Community Center - East Bay in Pleasanton, California on Friday, May 31, 2019. Sign up …

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To What Are You Enslaved Today: The Levels of the Nafs (Ego) | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 25:50

6d ago25:50

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Sidi Shahryar Abbasi delivers a Khutbah about the struggles of the nafs (lower self or ego) and our modern idols that enslave us. He gives us tips to free ourselves from the captivity of dedesires. This sermon was delivered at the Muslim Community Center - East Bay (MCC East Bay) in Pleasanton, California on Friday, June 7, 2019. More Sidi Shahryar…

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What Actually Goes On In High School: Sex, Weed & Intense Stress | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi (Part 1) 1:15:29

2h ago1:15:29

1:15:29

Today’s high school environment is the most intense and stressful it has ever been in history. Students have to cope with all types of pressures: from 13 year olds having intimate relationships to 14 year olds using juule pens and vapes, to many operating a secret Instagram account to post revealing images to avoid being seen by their family. Most …

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You Are in Good Company When You Are Tested | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 28:04

2h ago28:04

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Sidi Shahryar Abbasi delivers a Khutbah about the struggles of this world being a test our Creator uses to cleanse our soul. This sermon was delivered at the Muslim Community Center - East Bay (MCC East Bay) in Pleasanton, California on Friday, July 15, 2019. More Sidi Shahryar: http://mcceastbay.org/shahryar More MCC East Bay: Events & Activities:…

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College Admissions Workshop | Sr. Sadia Saifuddin & Br. Shahryar Abbasi 1:07:52

16h ago1:07:52

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MCC partners with SuccessCo (Formally mPower) for this college admissions workshop that addresses the challenges and opportunities that go into the college admission process, including writing the college admissions essays – the most difficult part. High school students and their parents hear from two passionate community youth who share insights, …

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The Purpose of My Existence | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 23:03

16h ago23:03

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Sidi Shahryar Abbasi delivers a Khutbah about understanding the purpose of our self while living in the eye of the store as we alternate through the tumultuous circle of life. This sermon was delivered at the Muslim Community Center - East Bay (MCC East Bay) in Pleasanton, California on Friday, September 13, 2019. Sign up for the MCC’s weekly event…

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What Actually Happens in High School? | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi (Part 2) 1:22:25

7d ago1:22:25

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Today’s high school environment is the most intense and stressful it has ever been in history. Students have to cope with all types of pressures: from 13 year olds having intimate relationships to 14 year olds using juul pens and vapes, to many operating a secret Instagram account to post revealing images to avoid being seen by their family. Most p…

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Succeeding in Deen and Dunya: Managing the Pressures of Working Life | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi (Part 4) 1:47:43

5h ago1:47:43

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Do we go to that meeting with our boss or go to Jumu’ah? How do we find a place at work to pray? What about wudu at work…no one wants to get caught with their foot in the sink. How do we deal with a stressful boss? What do we do when everyone at work just wants to backbite everyone else? It is not easy to manage the pressures of today’s intense wor…

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Emptiness & Anxiety: Hiding Feelings Behind Screens | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi (Part 3) 1:33:00

5h ago1:33:00

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Sidi Shahyrar Abbasi has an open discussion about our inner emptiness, our skyrocketing stress levels and our tumultuous anxiety, and how they are linked to a desire to bring God back into our lives. More Sidi Shahryar: http://www.mcceastbay.org/shahryar More Real Talk Series: http://www.mcceastbay.org/real-talk Sometimes everything is going well, …

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Don’t Be the Muslim Pressured into Going to Happy Hour | Sidi Shahyrar Abbasi 6:10

17h ago6:10

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Sidi Shahyrar Abbasi talks about the worry about promotions and social belonging for Muslims employed in corporate environment where the pressure to join the Happy Hour is a dilemma between ostensibly building relationships while not feeling comfortable being in that environment. This was during a discussion of managing pressure of work life. Watch…

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The Ticking Clock: Preparing for the End Days | Sidi Shahyrar Abbasi (Part 2) 1:50:47

10h ago1:50:47

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Each year, the fitan (tests & temptations) worsen. In this two-part series, Sidi Shahyrar Abbasi discusses the signs of the end and how they impact our life in 2020. In this talk, Sidi Shahyrar talks about the Prophetic advice for our children and communities to prepare for difficult days ahead. Watch the first part at: https://youtu.be/XibAlw6z7Ok…

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This Too Shall Pass: The Coronavirus & Our Changing World: Friday Reminder | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 28:27

10h ago28:27

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There is no virtual substitute for the weekly Jumu’ah prayer. Pray Zuhr at home, but join us for a 20-minute reminder to spiritually fortify and keep our heart in its Friday routine of seeking spiritual insights for once we re-open our masjid, insha’Allah. More webinars about coping with Coronavirus: http://mcceastbay.org/corona-webinars More Sidi …

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Satan’s Minions & The Spiritual Battle For Our Soul | Sidi Shahyrar Abbasi 19:58

10h ago19:58

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Sidi Shahryar Abbasi delivers a Khutbah about understanding our time-tested enemy and the tools that Satan uses for our spiritual defeat. This Friday sermon was delivered at the Muslim Community Center - East Bay (MCC East Bay) in Pleasanton, California on February 28, 2020. More Sidi Shahryar: http://mcceastbay.org/shahryar More MCC East Bay: Even…

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Maintaining Patience in These Times | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 25:53

8d ago25:53

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There is no virtual substitute for the weekly Jumu’ah prayer. Pray Zuhr at home, but join us for a 30-minute reminder to spiritually fortify and keep our heart in its Friday routine of seeking spiritual insights for once we re-open our masjid, insha’Allah. MCC Webinars on Corona: http://mcceastbay.org/corona-webinars More Sidi Shahryar: http://mcce…

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Increasing Faith in Trying Times | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi (Session 1) 1:00:25

5d ago1:00:25

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Join Sidi Shahryar Abbasi for how our faith can help, thrive and spiritually fortify us in these turbulent times. Watch free webinar live at 8 p.m. each Sunday until Ramadan at http://mcceastbay.org/dose-2 MCC Webinars on Corona: http://mcceastbay.org/corona-webinars More Sidi Shahryar: http://mcceastbay.org/shahryar This talk was delivered via the…

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Increasing Faith in Trying Times | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi (Session 2) 55:49

5d ago55:49

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Join Sidi Shahryar Abbasi for how our faith can help, thrive and spiritually fortify us in these turbulent times. Watch free webinar live at 8 p.m. each Sunday until Ramadan at http://mcceastbay.org/dose-2 More Sidi Shahryar: http://mcceastbay.org/shahryar This talk was delivered via the Muslim Community Center - East Bay (MCC East Bay) in Pleasant…

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Increasing Faith in Trying Times & Ramadan Prep | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi (Session 3) 59:55

2h ago59:55

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Join Sidi Shahryar Abbasi for how our faith can help, thrive and spiritually fortify us in these turbulent times. Watch free webinar live at 8 p.m. each Sunday until Ramadan at http://mcceastbay.org/dose-2 More Sidi Shahryar: http://mcceastbay.org/shahryar More coping with COVID-19 webinars: http://mcceastbay.org/corona-webinars This talk was deliv…

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Friday Reminder: How The Soul Can Progress From Anxiety to Tranquility | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 27:03

2h ago27:03

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There is no virtual substitute for the weekly Jumu’ah prayer. Pray Zuhr at home, but join us for a 30-minute reminder to spiritually fortify and keep our heart in its Friday routine of seeking spiritual insights for once we re-open our masjid, insha’Allah. MCC Webinars on Corona: http://mcceastbay.org/corona-webinars More Sidi Shahryar: http://mcce…

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Your Gameplan For An Awesome Ramadan | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 1:21:55

17h ago1:21:55

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Sidi Shahryar Abbasi gives us a game-plan for an awesome Ramadan. He covers: - Having the right mindset: How we can get the most out of this Ramadan given the special circumstances - Light fiqh review: How to ensure we are fasting in a way that’s pleasing to Allah - Getting on the path to repentance and change: Practical steps we can take to seek A…

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You Cannot Be A Part-Time Muslim Fighting a Full-Time Devil | Sidi Shahyrar Abbasi 2:54

5d ago2:54

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The devil attacks from all sides and methods with his deceptions. Sidi Shahyrar Abbasi gives tips to ward off your sworn enemy’s whispers with some great pointers to avoid Satan’s well-planned traps and tricks, thwart his advances, and seek refuge in Allah. These insights were given during a sermon about spiritual battle. Watch the entire Khutbah a…

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Friday Reminder: Your Spiritual Prep for Ramadan Begins Now | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 26:34

4d ago26:34

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There is no virtual substitute for the weekly Jumu’ah prayer. Pray Zuhr at home, but join us for a 30-minute reminder to spiritually fortify and keep our heart in its Friday routine of seeking spiritual insights for once we re-open our masjid, insha’Allah. MCC Webinars on Corona: http://mcceastbay.org/corona-webinars More Sidi Shahryar: http://mcce…

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Virtue in a Time of Vice: Traits of the Righteous Intro (Webinar 1) | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 40:11

6d ago40:11

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We are living in a time filled with corruption, hate, and rudeness. Everyone seems to be out for themselves and every week we learn about more jaw-dropping, immoral behavior at the highest levels of society. As Muslims, the most important thing that we can focus on in these times is to acquire good traits. In this new virtual series, we discuss the…

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How Outward Actions Affect Our Inward Reality | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 34:25

10d ago34:25

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For the weekly virtual Friday reminder, Sidi Shahryar Abbasi speaks about how our outward actions affect our inward reality. More Sidi Shahryar: http://mcceastbay.org/shahryar Thriving in place post-Ramadan: http://mcceastbay.org/thriving There is no virtual substitute for the weekly Jumu’ah prayer. These weekly reminders are to spiritually fortify…

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Virtue in a Time of Vice: Love of Knowledge (Webinar 2) | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 46:17

5d ago46:17

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We are living in a time filled with corruption, hate, and rudeness. Everyone seems to be out for themselves and every week we learn about more jaw-dropping, immoral behavior at the highest levels of society. As Muslims, the most important thing that we can focus on in these times is to acquire good traits. In this new virtual series, we discuss the…

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Virtue in a Time of Vice: Controlling Anger (Webinar 3) | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 41:50

21h ago41:50

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We are living in a time filled with corruption, hate, and rudeness. Everyone seems to be out for themselves and every week we learn about more jaw-dropping, immoral behavior at the highest levels of society. As Muslims, the most important thing that we can focus on in these times is to acquire good traits. In this new virtual series, we discuss the…

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Virtue in a Time of Vice: Sincere Intention (Webinar 4) | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 45:01

13h ago45:01

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We are living in a time filled with corruption, hate, and rudeness. Everyone seems to be out for themselves and every week we learn about more jaw-dropping, immoral behavior at the highest levels of society. As Muslims, the most important thing that we can focus on in these times is to acquire good traits. In this new virtual series, we discuss the…

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Virtue in a Time of Vice: Patience (Webinar 6) | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 47:15

7h ago47:15

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We are living in a time filled with corruption, hate, and rudeness. Everyone seems to be out for themselves and every week we learn about more jaw-dropping, immoral behavior at the highest levels of society. As Muslims, the most important thing that we can focus on in these times is to acquire good traits. In this new virtual series, we discuss the…

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Virtue in a Time of Vice: Mercy and Gentleness (Webinar 5) | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 43:40

7h ago43:40

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We are living in a time filled with corruption, hate, and rudeness. Everyone seems to be out for themselves and every week we learn about more jaw-dropping, immoral behavior at the highest levels of society. As Muslims, the most important thing that we can focus on in these times is to acquire good traits. In this new virtual series, we discuss the…

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Virtue in Time of Vice: Election Edition: Accepting Allah’s Decree (Webinar 8) | Shahryar Abbasi 42:00

21h ago42:00

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We are living in a time filled with corruption, hate, and rudeness. Everyone seems to be out for themselves and every week we learn about more jaw-dropping, immoral behavior at the highest levels of society. As Muslims, the most important thing that we can focus on in these times is to acquire good traits. In this new virtual series, we discuss the…

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Virtue in a Time of Vice: Love for the Prophet (PBUH) (Webinar 7) | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 39:39

21h ago39:39

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We are living in a time filled with corruption, hate, and rudeness. Everyone seems to be out for themselves and every week we learn about more jaw-dropping, immoral behavior at the highest levels of society. As Muslims, the most important thing that we can focus on in these times is to acquire good traits. In this new virtual series, we discuss the…

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Virtue in Time of Vice: Avoiding Argumentation (Webinar 9) | Shahryar Abbasi 42:49

12d ago42:49

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We are living in a time filled with corruption, hate, and rudeness. Everyone seems to be out for themselves and every week we learn about more jaw-dropping, immoral behavior at the highest levels of society. As Muslims, the most important thing that we can focus on in these times is to acquire good traits. In this new virtual series, we discuss the…

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Be Thankful: You Are Drowning in the Blessings of God | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 15:55

1d ago15:55

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Sidi Shahryar Abbasi delivers a Khutbah about having evergreen gratitude (shukr), which is the essence of remembering God. - More Sidi Shahryar: http://mcceastbay.org/shahryar This sermon was delivered at the Muslim Community Center - East Bay (MCC East Bay) in Pleasanton, California on Friday, November 13, 2020. More MCC East Bay: Events & Activit…

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Spiritual Help For People Who Lack Self-Awareness | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 16:24

11h ago16:24

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Sidi Shahryar Abbasi delivers a Khutbah about having a Prophetic inward awareness to know our purpose in life and to act upon it for the betterment of humanity. More Sidi Shahryar: http://mcceastbay.org/shahryar This sermon was delivered at the Muslim Community Center - East Bay (MCC East Bay) in Pleasanton, California on Friday, November 13, 2020.…

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Virtue in Time of Vice: Giving Thanks (Webinar 10) | Shahryar Abbasi 49:22

13d ago49:22

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We are living in a time filled with corruption, hate, and rudeness. Everyone seems to be out for themselves and every week we learn about more jaw-dropping, immoral behavior at the highest levels of society. As Muslims, the most important thing that we can focus on in these times is to acquire good traits. In this new virtual series, we discuss the…

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Virtue in Time of Vice: Loving Allah Above All Else (Webinar 12) | Shahryar Abbasi 36:02

13d ago36:02

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We are living in a time filled with corruption, hate, and rudeness. Everyone seems to be out for themselves and every week we learn about more jaw-dropping, immoral behavior at the highest levels of society. As Muslims, the most important thing that we can focus on in these times is to acquire good traits. In this virtual series, we discuss the tra…

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Virtue in Time of Vice: Prioritization & Focus (Webinar 11) | Shahryar Abbasi 52:05

16h ago52:05

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We are living in a time filled with corruption, hate, and rudeness. Everyone seems to be out for themselves and every week we learn about more jaw-dropping, immoral behavior at the highest levels of society. As Muslims, the most important thing that we can focus on in these times is to acquire good traits. In this virtual series, we discuss the tra…

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Virtue in Time of Vice: Constant Remembrance of Allah (Webinar 14) | Shahryar Abbasi 37:40

9d ago37:40

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We are living in a time filled with corruption, hate, and rudeness. Everyone seems to be out for themselves and every week we learn about more jaw-dropping, immoral behavior at the highest levels of society. As Muslims, the most important thing that we can focus on in these times is to acquire good traits. In this virtual series, we discuss the tra…

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Virtue in Time of Vice: Focusing on the Foundations (Webinar 13) | Shahryar Abbasi 45:55

11d ago45:55

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We are living in a time filled with corruption, hate, and rudeness. Everyone seems to be out for themselves and every week we learn about more jaw-dropping, immoral behavior at the highest levels of society. As Muslims, the most important thing that we can focus on in these times is to acquire good traits. In this virtual series, we discuss the tra…

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The Dirtiest Wealth: Interest (Riba) | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 24:25

16h ago24:25

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Sidi Shahryar Abbasi delivers a Khutbah about the prohibition of taking or giving usury (riba) in Islamic economics and the love of wealth having a profound effect on our Hereafter. - More Sidi Shahryar: http://mcceastbay.org/shahryar This sermon was delivered at the Muslim Community Center - East Bay (MCC East Bay) in Pleasanton, California on Fri…

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Deceptive Desires (Session 1) | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 32:51

16h ago32:51

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You were created with certain natural desires: the desire for food, sex, money, fame, power and praise. Many of these desires deceive you in today’s world and one of our main goals in life is to control your desires. In this nine-part series, we discuss a different desire inside you and outline spiritual and practical methods to curb that desire an…

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God Created You to Know Your Creator | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 18:41

16h ago18:41

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Sidi Shahryar Abbasi delivers a Khutbah about knowing the traits of Allah. - More Sidi Shahryar: http://mcceastbay.org/shahryar This sermon was delivered at the Muslim Community Center - East Bay (MCC East Bay) in Pleasanton, California on Friday, December 25, 2020. Shahryar graduated from the UC Berkeley Haas School of Business and served as the E…

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Deceptive Desires (Session 3) | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 41:30

4h ago41:30

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You were created with certain natural desires: the desire for food, sex, money, fame, power and praise. Many of these desires deceive you in today’s world and one of our main goals in life is to control your desires. In this nine-part series, we discuss a different desire inside you and outline spiritual and practical methods to curb that desire an…

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Deceptive Desires: Types of Desires (Session 2) | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 31:16

14d ago31:16

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You were created with certain natural desires: the desire for food, sex, money, fame, power and praise. Many of these desires deceive you in today’s world and one of our main goals in life is to control your desires. In this nine-part series, we discuss a different desire inside you and outline spiritual and practical methods to curb that desire an…

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Deceptive Desires: Love of Money (Session 5) | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi 34:35

15d ago34:35

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You were created with certain natural desires: the desire for food, sex, money, fame, power and praise. Many of these desires deceive you in today’s world and one of our main goals in life is to control your desires. In this nine-part series, we discuss a different desire inside you and outline spiritual and practical methods to curb that desire an…

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