Beste Mizan Institute Podcasts (2024)

In this tenth and final episode, we will wrap up the discussion on human evolution and discuss further considerations to the subject. A few topics that will be touched on are questions with regards to consciousness which cannot be studied through empirical science as well as how the language of evolution can evoke a sense of godlessness. Finally, w…

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9. Qur’anic Interpretations on Q.4:1 contd. 15:14

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This episode continues to discusses the scriptural evidence for the idea that Adam (a) is the forefather of all of humanity today. Various Twelver-Shii scholars opine that the literal meaning of this verse, or its dhuhur, indicates that all of humanity today are the offspring solely of Adam and Eve with no third-parties involved. However, there are…

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14. Sermon 1 - Part 14 - Iblis' Prostration to Adam 36:53

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8. Are we all descendants of Adam? 21:01

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This episode discusses the scriptural evidence for the idea that Adam (a) is the forefather of all of humanity today. The answer to this question from a scriptural perspective is multi-fold. The ahadith are pretty clear that he is, however the Qur’an does not include much in a literal way, except for in the first verse of Surat an-Nisa. Various Twe…

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7. Is it possible Adam had parents? 11:42

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This episode discusses the scriptural evidence or lack thereof for Adam having biological parents. In other words, is it possible that Prophet Adam (a), though the first full human being with all of humanity’s metaphysical qualities, had biological parents or could have descended from an evolutionary tree? The main evidence against this lies in the…

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6. Was Adam the first human being or Homo sapiens on earth? 15:23

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This episode discusses the scriptural evidence for whether or not Adam (a) was the first human being. This question is crucial because it helps us to understand the existence of previous hominids. Unlike other traditions, the Twelver-Shi’I hadith corpus includes traditions that explicitly mention the existence of non-Adamic human-like creatures, ca…

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5. What is the timeline for Adam? 14:13

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This episode discusses the alleged timeline of Prophet Adam (a) and various pieces of evidence including evidence in the fossil record, the Qur’an, and hadith. There are two plausible timelines for where to place Adam in history and the first is that is he existed more than 200,000 years ago and was the first of the Homo sapiens species. The second…

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13. Sermon 1 - Part 13 - The Blowing of the Soul Into Adam 27:14

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Von Shaykh Amin Rastani

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4. A Brief History of Evolution in the Twelver-Shi’i Tradition 9:58

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This episode includes a brief introduction to evolution itself and the difference between “fact and theory” and the distinction between empirical data and its explanations. We will also demonstrate how various Twelver-Shii scholars have grappled and discussed the issue since approximately one hundred years ago with surprising openness. We will intr…

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3. What are the theological and hermeneutical discussions relevant? 20:13

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In this episode, we will explore both theological and hermeneutical considerations that are relevant to the topic. We will also explore the common misconception that belief in evolution is somehow at odds with belief in God and the logical fallacies that play into this. What are the theological considerations that are relevant to this discussion on…

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12. Sermon 1 - Part 12 - The Physical Creation of Adam 17:00

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2. Why is the topic of human evolution important and relevant for Muslims? 11:45

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In this episode , we will start the audiobook and begin to discuss approaches to science in religion and within the context of Qur’anic tafsir. As science has progressed, has this changed our relationship with religion? How have scholars dealt with new scientific ideas over time? References: Qur’anic verses referenced include: Q.4:82, Q.18:1, Q.29:…

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1. An Introduction to “Becoming Bani Adam” with Ustadha Fatemah Meghji 13:29

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In episode 1, Ustadha Fatemah Meghji introduces the podcast series which is an audiobook version narrated by Br. Justin Mashouf and titled “Becoming Bani Adam: Exploring Twelver-Shii Discussions on Human Ancestry”. This episode discusses the journey behind the podcast and a brief introduction to its approach and the questions that will be explored …

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11. Sermon 1 - Part 11 - The Angels of Allah: 2nd, 3rd & 4th Categories 32:06

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Von Shaykh Amin Rastani

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10. Sermon 1 - Part 10 - The Angels of Allah: First Category 17:00

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9. Sermon 1 - Part 9 - Creation of the Universe Cont'd 20:51

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8. Sermon 1 - Part 8 - Creation of the Universe 29:35

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7. Sermon 1 - Part 7 - How Allah Creates 36:22

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6. Sermon 1 - Part 6 - The Real Meaning of Some of Allah's Attributes 33:42

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5. Sermon 1 - Part 5 - Allah's Qualities Are One With His Essence 31:34

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4. Sermon 1 - Part 4 - Understanding the Tawhid of Allah 35:15

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3. Sermon 1 - Part 3 - Allah the Creator 25:33

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Surah Mursalat Part 3 37:20

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Von Shaykh Mahdi Rastani

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2. Sermon 1 - Part 2 - Allah is Too Great to Be Described or Completely Understood 17:49

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Surah Mursalat Part 2 35:23

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1. Sermon 1 - Part 1 - Justice Can Never Be Done to Allah's Praise and Blessings 19:33

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Surah Mursalat Part 1 39:51

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Introduction 27:24

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An introduction to our approach to discussing the Nahj al-Balaghah in this podcast series, and also a brief introduction to the book of Nahj al-Balaghah itself.Von Shaykh Amin Rastani

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Surah Haqqah: Part 6 36:48

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Surah Haqqah: Part 5 41:43

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Surah Haqqah: Part 4 36:18

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Surah Haqqah: Part 3 33:12

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Surah Haqqah: Part 2 35:03

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Surah Haqqah: Part 1 40:59

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Surah Yasin 7. The Effect of Music on Us 43:22

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In this episode, Shaykh Mahdi explains the difference between the Quran and poetry and why the Quran generally speaks negatively of poetry as well as mainstream music today.Von Shaykh Mahdi Rastani

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Surah Yasin 6. When Your Limbs Bear Witness 31:08

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In this episode, Shaykh Mahdi speaks of how the limbs of our bodies can bear witness against us regarding our sins as well as the relationship between the sin and the human being.Von Shaykh Mahdi Rastani

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Surah Yasin 5. How Qiyamah Begins 34:26

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In this episode, Shaykh Mahdi speaks of the beginning moments of qiayamah and the blowing into the trumpets.Von Shaykh Mahdi Rastani

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Surah Yasin 4. The Believer Who Was Killed by His People 36:20

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In this episode, Shaykh Mahdi speaks of Habib al-Najjar, the believer who was killed by his own people as well as the signs of God's existence.Von Shaykh Mahdi Rastani

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Surah Yasin 3. Is bad luck a real thing? 36:08

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In this episode, Shaykh Mahdi speaks about the three messengers that surah Yasin speaks of as well as explaining Islam's take on bad luck.Von Shaykh Mahdi Rastani

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Surah Yasin 2. How are our deeds recorded by Allah? 38:06

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In this episode, Shaykh Mahdi discusses the tafsir of verses 6-12 of the surah and explains how Allah records all of the deeds of a human being.Von Shaykh Mahdi Rastani

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