We started with an introduction to the Opener in episode 6, then jumped into an explanation of the ayah's (verses) of the Opener in part 1 episode 7. While an endless number of episodes wouldn't do the Opener its full justice, for this podcast this is the second and final part of the Opener review. Ignorance is the worst enemy a person can ever hav…

As we glean from Prophet Musa's story, learning requires time, patience, and effort. After Prophet Musa's long journey in Surat Al-Kahf (The Chapter of The Cave), he learned three main lessons which was a part of his journey to attain heaven. Our journey in this podcast leads us to this episode to learn three main cohesive facts as it related to th…

"The more you know, the more you know you know almost nothing. The less you know, the more you know you think you know everything." You probably need an explanation on this. Clarity exists within this Introduction to The Opener. Prior to delving into the actual meaning and verses of the first chapter of the Quran, we first need to understand the im…

What was the first thing ever created? Where did we originate from? What do we know about the creation? Why do we as humans carry different traits and skin tones? How long is this life with respect to the larger picture? Will anybody or anything really hold us accountable for our actions in this life? If you have ever asked yourself any of these qu…

This episodes takes a step back to review the inception of this podcast series and the foundation of the title. 'Where the Two Rivers Meet' may seem like an arbitrary title, but there is a deep meaning behind it. Episode 4 - Responding to the Call chronicles the story of a little boy who was swimming against the current. The guidance of Allah, "Cal…

There once was a fisherman who possessed something so priceless, it offered him the greatest fortune within reach. Join in this story to learn the fisherman's fate...and imagine, to our lives, how it can relate!By Mohammad Abbassi

As we celebrate the end of Ramadan marked by Eid, dive with me into the roots of the Taqwa Tree. We have passed over this word many times over the past month while reading Quran, now let's pause to take a deeper look into the meaning of this seemingly one simple word. Let's explore the true meaning of Taqwa, together!…

What better way to start a new series in pondering the deep lessons of the Quran, than starting in the month the Quran was revealed in. This episode pays tribute to the blessed month of Ramadan, and is the gateway to deeper meanings and explorations of the miracles of the Holy Book.By Mohammad Abbassi