Abdallah Rothman - Knowledge of Self in the Qur’an Session 1

In this first session, Dr Abdallah Rothman explores the intricate relationship between external activism and internal reflection during this blessed month. He provides practical tips for meaningful self-reflection, navigating personal struggles and embracing emotional pain as a catalyst for spiritual growth, highlighting the importance of balancing outward engagement with inward self-awareness and the transformative power of aligning one's actions with the Divine will.
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[@yaqubarfaj]

First time I am honored to hear someone who has the knowledge of the self and combines this fundamental Islamic knowledge. Absolutely great

[@hometv8825]

This lecture was like a soothing balm for the heart. Thank you so much , May Allah reward you ameen

[@nav689]

You are a gem. May Allah bless you and keep us all steadfast

[@Blood-Libel]

CMC work and especially these videos and so beneficial in these times.

[@ampiko68]

Indeed, The Day of Judgement is the day of justice as well as mercy. We shouldn't fret about in this world if justice is not delivered before death or in our lifetime or even after.......

[@azmanmohd8537]

Great lecture… Inspiring… May Allah swt reward you… love from Malaysia.

[@PenangNorthamRd.]

Salam from Penang. Muhasabah and murakabah 👍

[@wannabe-mechanic]

Always a treat from dr Rotham, thank you and God bless! Lovely to hear from him

[@kausamsalam8543]

Inspirational. JazakAllah Khair, Imam Doctor Rothman.

[@-WalkWithMe2025]

Alhamdulillah, being our best ... in my opinion, inner is a greater challenge than outer/external challenge ... which is beyond my control ...

[@amnahaq398]

absolute joy listening to these, i would want to request that the quality of the audio be improved! maybe if an actual recording rather than a zoom recording could be used?

[@JaefarSABNW]

Self-realization and self-actualization are underappreciated sides of the stimulus of Ramadan. To say that there are things to understand and experience that are not expressed in the primary sources does not question the completeness of the fundamental sources of religion.

[@user-rk4yw7hr6t]

Thank you SO MUCH Sir for this insightful wisdom! Exactly what I needed in term of my Ramadan Resolution this year❤💝

[@marriammusa2033]

Extremely informative. JazakAllah

[@riniym]

thank you Dr.Rothman and CMC 🙏🏽 I always look forward to your sessions, greetings from Indonesia

[@ismaamjad1410]

Thank you soo much for sharing your valuable insights regarding knowledge of self in Quran, its really helpful to have a watchful attitude towardd oneself 'Moraqba' and 'Mohasaba'. Hoping to learn more from you INSHALLAH, from Pakistan🇵🇰

[@modestypaysoff]

I’m so grateful and happy for these lessons. They are indeed a great support for those who seek the truth and a better way of being. Thank you and may Allaah reward you immensely for your efforts. Amīn Ramadan Kareem🙏🏼🎊

[@LatheefDubai]

Alhamdulilla ❤

[@yeah7620]

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[@user-vh8nk2eh2y]

Was Session 2 posted?

[@alleballeism]

[@hassansaeed5633]

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[@IWANTHOTDOG]

I still don't understand what it means to reflect with the heart instead of mind. Is sounds like you mean to say you reflect on your emotions (heart), using your intellect (mind). Isn't that still just being mind focused instead of heart?

[@tasleemras55]

I'm also struggling with this. I think our ibadah heals our hearts, and as this healing evolves over time, our thoughts also evolve - our existential state motivates our thoughts eg anxiety generates paranoid thoughts. So as our hearts heal, out thoughts align. The thought-led therapy is a peculiarity of western psychology.

[@tamsheikh7650]

I read the transcript from 21:00 onwards and this is a course of sorts so I'll be awaiting the next video on Sunday. The aim is to use Ramadan as a time of self reflection perhaps through journaling on 'what is keeping you from surrender to Allah completely' as well as reading the Quran with Tadubur 25:18 'reflection contemplation and what that means and how it impacts us how does it impact our hearts'. I think that is core of the discussion May Allah forgive me for any mistake.

[@SeriouslySerene]

The emotions are not the heart. It takes practice to access the heart and ignore the noise. Try sitting down quietly, focusing on a single point and let any thoughts or emotions pass with neither resistance nor engagement. Try to listen to the heart by setting that intent and do some zikr. Repeat that daily for 10 mins and you'll start to feel it insha'Allah