Imam Anwar Al-Awlaki
In the Name of Allâh, the Most Beneficent, the Most Merciful
Cageprisoners presents an exclusive interview with Imam Anwar al-Awlaki Anwar al-Awlaki is a Muslim scholar of Yemeni heritage born in New Mexico. He served as an Imam in California, and later in the Washington, D.C. area where he headed the Dar Al-Hijrah Islamic Center and was also the Muslim Chaplain at George Washington University. In 2004 he returned to his native Yemen where he taught at Eman university until his arrest in mid 2006. Imam Anwar was released from custody on the 12th of December 2007 having spent a year and a half behind bars. In his first interview since his release, conducted by former Guantanamo Detainee and cageprisoners spokesman Moazzam Begg, he spoke about the conditions of his detention and shared his reflections on his time in prison.
State of the Ummah
"And what is the matter with you, that you fight not in the cause of Allaah..." In the lecture Anwar Al-Awlaki gives the audience a much needed reminder, using the Qur’aan and Hadeeth, to give a solution to the humiliated Ummah. Reminding us that “our honour is in our religion” and so we should return to it, if we wish to see the return of al Islaam. Imam Anwar Al-Awlaki delivered this lecture entitled "State of the Ummah" on 1st March 2009 via Teleconference to our brothers and sisters in Pakistan |
Dreams and Dream Interpretations
Allah Almighty says: “Behold! Verily on the friends of Allah there is no fear, nor shall they grieve; those who believe and guard against evil. For them are glad tidings, in the life of this world and in the Hereafter.” The Messenger of Allah (pbuh) explained the glad tidings of the life of this world to be dreams. He said it is: “the good dream that a Muslim sees or is seen for him” The world of dreams is an amazing and intriguing one. The early scholar of Islam Ibn Qutaybah says: “There is nothing that people deal with from the different sciences that is more obscure, delicate, exalted, noble, difficult, and problematic than dreams, because they are a type of revelation and a kind of prophethood”. CD1: seventeen Rules of Dream Interpretations CD2: Dreams in the Quran and Hadith CD3: Dreams of the Companions and examples of interpretation from the book of Ibn Qutayba CD 1 | CD 2 | CD 3 | |
The Dust will Never Settle Down
There has been recently an increase of unacceptable behavior from the kuffar towards our beloved Prophet. So what is the ruling of sharia on such incidents and how did the Sahaba deal with such people and what do our scholars say about them. About this and more Imam Anwar will deliver a talk titled: “The Dust will Never Settle Down”. Allaah will suffice His Prophet (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) against the criminals who mock him. He says (interpretation of the meaning): “For he who hates you (O Muhammad), he will be cut off (from posterity and every good thing in this world and in the Hereafter)” [al-Kawthar 108:3] i.e., he is scorned and humiliated and cut off from all that is good. When the Muslims besieged a stronghold and its people resisted, then they heard them mocking and reviling the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him), they would sense that victory was at hand, and it would only be a short time before Allaah granted them victory, to avenge His Messenger (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him). Al-Saarim al-Maslool (p. 116-117). |
Battle of The Hearts and Minds
This lecture was delivered to a South African audience via live phone link on Sunday 11 May 2008. It was part of a Conference held by PureIslam Da'wah and Publications themed: Holding on to Hot Coals - Surviving as a Muslim in the West. An important topic that is going unnoticed by the majority of people around the world. With the advancement of communications in the world, the enemies are not only plotting away with their weapons but also with their lies portrayed in the media spreading all sorts of lies to justify the slaughter of innocent human beings |
The Maccan Minority
In light of the current situation the Muslim Ummah is facing in the West, it is evident that there is a pressing need for a better understanding of how the Muslims should live as a minority in a non-Muslim society. Sheikh Anwar Al-Awlaki sheds light upon the Quran, hadeeth and the seerah (particularly the first 13 years in Makkah) and presents lessons to the daiee’ in order to strengthen his or her methods of conveying the message of Islam to the West. |
The Bearers Of Glad Tidings
Muhammad Salallahu alahi Wasallam in the bible. "Those who follow the Apostle, the unlettered Prophet, Whom they find mentioned in their own Scriptures, in the Torah and the Gospel... (Holy Qu'ran: VII - 157; Translation: Yusif Ali) |
Allah Is Preparing Us For Victory
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Understanding the Qur’an
Mere decorations and occasional recitation upon the death of a family member are just some of the ways that the use and purpose of the Qur’an has been misconstrued. Sheikh Anwar Al-Awlaki explains and reminds the listener of the true purpose for the Quran’s revelation. The Sheikh looks at examples such as Ibn ‘Umar taking 14 years to memorize Surah Baqarah, whereas nowadays it could take as little as a few months. Why the discrepancy? It was due to their application of each ayat before moving on to another. One must remember to ponder, reflect and understand the Quran properly, thereby actualizing the true reason for its revelation. |
(Provided by Noor Productions) Companions Of The Ditch And Lessons From The Life Of Musa
Companions Of The Ditch - In the first of these two lectures Imam Anwar extracts benefits from the famous story in the Qur'an about the struggle between a boy of faith and a disbelieving king. Imam Anwar explains the significance of the story in the constant conflict between truth and falsehood and the sacrifices required to stand firm upon Iman (faith)
Companions Of The Ditch Track 1 | Track 2 | Track 3 | Track 4 | Track 5 | Track 6 |Lessons From The Life Of Musa |
25 Promises from Allah to the Believers
This lively two CD Lecture presents many lessons and benefits for the Muslim Ummah in their time of need. This lecture will instill trust, reliance and hope in Allah, whilst strengthening a Muslim's conviction knowing that Allah never fails in His promises |
Stories from Hadith
Compelling tales of past nations relived in the words of a superb narrator renowned for his story telling skills. Listen to this audio chronicle of legends from past nations and the lessons held within them. These stories were narrated by the Prophet (pbuh) to his Companions and have since found their way into the books of Sahih Hadith. |
Hijrah
Sh Anwar speaks about the necessity of understanding and performing Hijra for the sake of Allah. Surah/Chapter 008 - Al-Anfâl. Verse 72. English Translation of the Meaning(The Noble Qur’an) Lo! those who believed and left their homes and strove with their wealth and their lives for the cause of Allah, and those who took them in and helped them; these are protecting friends one of another. And those who believed but did not leave their homes, ye have no duty to protect them till they leave their homes; but if they seek help from you in the matter of religion then it is your duty to help (them) except against a folk between whom and you there is a treaty. Allah is Seer of what ye do. |
The Story Of The Bull
Dividing and Conquering the Muslim lands; the speaker discusses this political phenomenon with a simple parable from the Sunnah, of a lion that cunningly divides and devours three bulls. The bulls remained too much of a meal for the lion while they held together, defending each others backs. The lion thus adopted the art of deceiving, thus causing the bulls to fall into suspicion and apathy, dividing their strength, rendering them useless against the bitter bite of the enemy. |
Quest For Truth - Salman al-Farisi
This is the story of the famed companion of the Prophet (pbuh), Salman the Persian and his incredible journey to Islam. Having begun life as the boy of a Zoroastrian priest, Salman soon found a simple errand for his father had become the beginning of an epic struggle to discover the truth about life and purpose. Salman was a pagan fire worshiper, who became the apprentice of two Christian priests, one after the other, who then became the slave of a Jew, finally finding liberation in the light of Islam. All of which happened in the span of many years. His story is a tale of patience, persistence and forbearance for the truth. |
Another Ramadan 2008
Imam Anwar al-Awlaki delivered this speech via teleconference at Another Ramadan 2008 charity dinner organised by Cageprisoners on the 7th September 2008 in Wandsworth Civic Suite, London. |
Mashari Al-Ashwaq ila Masari al-Ushaaq
================= The author’s full name was Ahmad Ibrahim Muhammad al-Dimashqi al-Dumyati, commonly known as Ibn an-Nuhaas and he died in the Year 814 Hijri, corresponding to the Year 1411 of the Gregorian calendar. Al-Sakhawi said about him: “He was eager to do good, preferred living in obscurity and showed no arrogance or pride due to his knowledge. Whoever would see him would think that he was a commoner – a handsome man, with a beautiful beard, short and medium built. He spent most of his life stationed in Jihad until he died as a martyr.” Ibn al-Imad said about him: “The Sheikh, Imam, scholar and exemplar.” In 814 Hijri the Romans attacked the people of Teenah in Egypt. The people of Dumyat, led by Ibn an-Nuhaas went to join their brothers in their fight against the invading forces. Ibn an-Nuhaas was killed in the battle, whilst facing the enemy and not fleeing from them, nine months after he completed writing this book. ================= Sheikh Abdullah Azzam said about this book: “This is the best book on Jihad.” It is considered the most comprehensive study on the subject of Jihad because it was written by an author who practised, lived and experienced what he preached. Syed Qutb said: “Indeed our words will remain lifeless, until we die in pursuit of those words, then those same words will be brought to life and live amongst the people, inspiring them and bringing their hearts to life.” ===================
======================== Mashari Al-Ashwaq ila Masari al-Ushaaq (Arabic) Download Mashari Al-Ashwaq ila Masari al-Ushaaq (English Revised Edition) Download ======================== This book and the lecture series with it is literally the greatest indepth look on Jihad that is done in English. Shaykh Ibn Nuhaas’ book is oriented towards the virtues, love, importance, and brief history of Jihad; in short, it is the best book to inspire the believers. If one is looking for a more fiqhi approach to Jihad, Shaykh Ibn Taymiyyah’s book on Jihad is recommended. One may notice that the image above has the title of “The Story of Ibn al Akwa”. This is what the actual title of the lecture series is, even though the entire series is a commentary on this book of Shaykh ibn Nuhaas’. I also strongly recommend everyone to go through my notes on this book as it will provide a very brief summary (mostly ahadith and ayaat) that was taken from the book. |
Understanding Ramadhan |
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