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What Happened On My Birth Day? | Why Me? EP. 3 | Dr. Omar Suleiman's Ramadan Series on Qadar
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What Happened On My Birth Day? | Why Me? EP. 3 | Dr. Omar Suleiman's Ramadan Series on Qadar

Welcome to the World

The beginning of life and the care provided by Allah from birth are discussed.

Birth and Allah's Provision

  • From the moment of birth, Allah provides comfort, nourishment, and potential for growth.
  • The process of birth is highlighted as one of Allah's greatest signs and miracles.
  • Stories of miraculous births, such as Sarah giving birth in old age, emphasize Allah's blessings.
  • The care in the womb is emphasized through the provision of safety and nourishment by Allah.

Allah's Sustenance

Discussion on sustenance provided by Allah throughout life.

Sustenance from Womb to Earth

  • Reflecting on the fetus in the womb shows how sustenance transitions from umbilical cord to various sources post-birth.
  • The concept that if one path is blocked, a better one will be opened by Allah is highlighted.

Decree and Care in Womb

Insight into how decree and care are determined while in the womb.

Decree Writing Process

  • An angel appointed to oversee development in the womb reports details about the fetus to Allah.
  • Every detail about an individual's life, including lifespan and sustenance, is predetermined while in the mother's womb.

Transition to Earthly Life

Transition from womb to worldly existence with spiritual significance.

Transition into Worldly Life

  • Upon birth, Shaitan tempts while angels protect; spiritual nourishment through prayer is emphasized over physical sustenance.

Being Content and Spiritual Significance of Rituals

This section discusses the significance of being content with necessities, the spiritual aspects of rituals like circumcision and aqeeqah, and the importance of children in providing sustenance.

Being Content and Removing Excess

  • The Sunnah emphasizes being content with necessities by removing excess.
  • Removal of extra is symbolized through male circumcision and head shaving on the seventh day.
  • Sadaqah is recommended to remove excess; donating gold or silver equivalent to the weight of hair.

Aqeeqah Ritual

  • Aqeeqah combines physical and spiritual elements, providing sustenance for family and community.
  • Children are seen as a means through which Allah multiplies sustenance rather than diminishing it.

Child as Sustenance and Naming Significance

This part delves into viewing a child as sustenance for the community, the significance of naming in Islam, and how children can intercede for parents on Judgment Day.

Child as Community Sustenance

  • Children are considered sustenance for the entire community.
  • Tahneek nourishes the child while aqeeqah nourishes others in the community.

Naming Significance

  • Importance of naming children after qualities or virtuous individuals.
  • Naming after prophets or martyrs reflects values one wishes to instill in their children.

Role of Children in Ummah & Divine Destiny

This section explores how children play a role in the Ummah, their potential intercession on Judgment Day, and how names carry intentions that shape destiny.

Role in Ummah & Intercession

  • A child's aqeeqah can enable them to intercede for parents on Judgment Day.
  • Ibrahim's sacrifice led to an Ummah being born through Ismaeel's blessing.

Name Intention & Destiny

  • Naming after virtues serves as a dua; names hold power in shaping character.
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Help spread Yaqeen’s message. Automate your Ramadan donation: https://yqn.io/eva Birth is one of Allah’s greatest signs and miracles for us, and it encompasses so many blessings for you and your family. What exactly is the rizq associated with birth? What is the spiritual significance of the practices that we perform at birth, from adhan, to tahneek, and even the aqeeqah? Captioning provided by Muhsen. SOURCES: Quran, 80:17-20 Qur’an, 30:19 Qur’an, 2:36 Al-Fawaid p. 79 Sahih al-Bukhari 5383 Qur’an, 6:151 Al-Hikam al-Ataa’iyyah 98: أَنْعَمَ عَلَيْك أَوَّلًا بِالْإِيجَادِ، وَ ثَانِيًا بِتَوَالِي الْإِمْدَادِ He bestowed His blessings upon you: first, by bringing you into existence, and second, through uninterrupted sustenance. CAST Narrator Dr. Omar Suleiman Hassan's Mother Safiyyah Saarah Khan Hassan's Father Mohammed Momin Baig Hassan's Maternal Grandmother Ayesha Nabila Taufiq Hassan's Paternal Grandfather Abdullah Moataz Ahmed Hassan's Paternal Grandmother Khadijah Sara Qasmi Nurse Tahlil Darwish Doctor Marjaan Ali Old Boss Fawzi Yahya Infant Hassan Suraya Salem Hassan Age 2 Ibrahim Salem Note: Only vocals were used in the making of the soundtrack. As we venture into the space of producing higher quality media, we’ve worked hard to make sure that our compliance with our religious ethics is not sacrificed. While Yaqeen has always produced vocals for our Ramadan series, this series was unique in that it also included the story of a family in the background. Our talented production team worked with our scholars to ensure that all actors were in proper hijab, and that all gender interactions were only by Mahrams in real life. We’re grateful to the team for its wonderful effort, and grateful to the families that agreed to participate. Subscribe and be sure to turn notifications on to receive the latest videos Yaqeen has to offer! #omarsuleiman #ramadan2024 #ramadanseries #qadr Click SUBSCRIBE for more great content! Visit http://www.yaqeeninstitute.org for full access to all research publications, infographics, and videos. Join the conversation on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram @yaqeeninstitute!