EP6 | Mufti Menk: Understanding His Personal Journey, The State of the Ummah & Gaza

[@kmaludin]

Interestingly, this episode of KS is not about Mufti Menk. I say that without disrespecting him, as his replies were familiar from his other lectures and videos. To me, the gem of this episode lies in the questions that KJ and SH asked him-questions that touch on faith under fire, speaking truth to power, understanding if our repentance is accepted, and maintaining khusyuk when the world around us spins out of control. In asking these questions, both of you did a bold thing by being vulnerable. It speaks volumes about your courage and the journeys you are currently on. By seeking answers for yourselves, you are also helping the audience gain clarity and find answers to similar issues. In showing your vulnerability, you demonstrate true courage, especially on such a visible platform where your political, spiritual, and personal journeys is for all to see. It's making a personal statement of the highest order.This makes both of you relatable, authentic and sincere in your faith and personal journey. Kudos to you both. I am of the same age as KJ, and I also connect very much to SH's journey in life as well as the many brickbats that have been thrown at both of you. My wish? May we all grow together in our faith journey applying what Mufti Menk has generously advised. Your friend from the other side of the causeway - #MajulahSingapura #MalaysiadiberkatiAllah

[@sitizaitunyusof]

Couldn't agree more. The answers is somewhat already inside us but refreshing our faith, emotions and rationale is very much necessary for all of us. I felt the same as what KJ and H has asked. We sometimes have that little doubt whether or not what we are doing is seen n known by The Almighty. Wallahualam..

[@kmaludin]

Yes, I agree with you on those questions that we always want answers to but never had a chance to ask. Glad you felt the same way. Another refreshing aspect is that it’s in English. It's a neutral medium for Malay speakers like us to express doubts and uncertainties without being judged or misunderstood in our local contexts. Hearing the replies in English provides a kind of ‘perantaraan’ between you and your self-doubts, without the effect of being judged or letting self-blame creep in. It's interesting how sometimes the ‘penyampaian’ matters as much as the substance of the interview.

[@shnaziha71]

Agreed whole heartedly.Mabruk Alf Mabruk, congratulations to both KJ and Shahril.I believe that Allah "redirected",them from their political careers,because Allah KNOWS,that there is sincere nobilities in their hearts and characteristics.Abd out of love,Allah ",took them out",of the political arena,so that they can be a better beacon of benefit and goodness to the ummah and society,by being host if talk shows in " 1:06:16 Kindrrd Stories" &"Keluar Sekejap". Whether they realized it or not, they have done a world of good to many if those of us who tuned in.And there us Barakah like an overflowing jug if water,because us, listeners will then share these talk shoes with families n friends,because how can goodness not be shared?! So to both Shahril and KJ, Allah has chosen both of you for something far worthier and noble. So stick with this path...this is perhaps your legacy.Trust me this will leave a beneficial imprints to society,in Msia and you will be most respected and admired by those outside of Msia. May Allah continues to shower you with Barakah,with Al Afiyah and strengthen your Iman.May you be ALWAYS ALLAH'S closest and beloved servants of Allah.Ameen, Allahumma Ameen.

[@syedshahromwafa]

Ambil masa 2 hari juga untuk habiskan episod ini. Disebalik segala kesibukan berniaga di kedai dalam musim cuti sekolah ini. Antara isi penting yang dapat dicatat. Mungkin lari sedikit maksud & terjemahannya dari apa yang sebenarnya Mufti Menk cuba sampaikan; "Bila kita berhadapan dengan orang awam, cuba bayangkan kita sebagai Rasulullah saw, apakah reaksi yang Rasulullah saw akan beri pada orang itu. Ianya sangat membantu kita sebenarnya dalam memberikan respon pada orang itu." "Sudah lama berlalu zaman pemimpin datang mencari ulama untuk pandangan & nasihat. Sekarang ulama pula yang perlu bertemu mereka kerana beberapa faktor. Kena adaptasi, namun bukan bermakna ulama di dalam poket mereka (pemimpin)." 19:28:00 "Fitrah kejadian bayi & kanak-kanak, mereka akan meniru perbuatan orang tua mereka, yang lebih tua dari mereka. Untuk kita yang sudah dewasa ini, pasti ada sosok idola yang kita ingin ikuti juga." 33:10:00 "Jika ada jiran yang walaupun bukan Muslim, penuhi hak mereka. Jika mereka Muslim, maka akan berganda hak mereka. Jika mereka saudara, berlipat-ganda lebih penting untuk penuhi hak mereka." Apakah maksud kejayaan yang sebenarnya? Tidak bolehkah kita berusaha, bekerja keras, dan ingin menikmati sesuatu di dunia ini? Harta, wanita dan sebagainya. Menarik jawapan dari Mufti Menk berkenaan apakah itu kejayaan di dunia & kejayaan dari perspektif Islam. Jadikan kejayaan, kekayaan & autoriti kita sebagai tiket kita untuk ke kejayaan yang sebenar = Syurga. Dan di segmen akhir bicara Mufti berkenaan genosid terbesar dalam hidup kita setakat ini. Apa yang perlu kita lakukan dengan segala kemampuan & keterbatasan kita juga sangat mencerahkan. Episod yang sangat memberi input. Semoga bermanfaat juga untuk semua.

[@nurulashikinmohamedrawi5658]

When both of you're kicked out from umno, I've never expected this kind of turnaround. It's so inspiring to watch this unfolds. May Allah always guide our leaders towards blessing paths, correcting them with rahmah.

[@ajeybakshi]

who would've thought it turns out to this. there are silver linings to everything

[@paigemprice]

I don't practice Islam but I adore this man, I get a lot of inspiration from his messages on Twitter.

[@zunaidahwanchik638]

Please practice your deen. Our lives are short. We do not know when Allah will call us.

[@nananananananananana2132]

Dont let it be inspiration forever be a follower

[@makadik4501]

​@@zunaidahwanchik638I think he meant he is not a Muslim. Why are you asking him to practice Islam..

[@RMRV546]

​My thought as well... 😁

[@paigemprice]

@@zunaidahwanchik638 I meant I'm not Muslim. I don't practice any religion. I worship nature, the sun, the moon.

[@polyglotdevcalebyang]

As a non muslim, I think it is important for different religious groups and non religious groups to collaborate and respect each other. Every person who has a religious belief is good because it helps them to do better. There are many people that have not practiced religion and are still ethical to promote religiouis harmony. Be good to support and empower others. Thank you Sheikh Mufti Menk for your message with KJ and SH. Keep promoting religious harmony all over the world.

[@valerie3133]

A person who always reminds me of my decision to choose Islam is the right choice, despite the calamities

[@mozuka5129]

Calamities,Richness,Wealth,beauty ,physical disabilities,death are tests from Allah.. "...We will certainly test you with a touch of fear and famine and loss of property, life, and crops. Give good news to those who patiently endure..." (Qur'an:2:155) “It is He who created death and life to test which of you are best in deeds, for He is the Almighty, the Forgiving.” (Qur’an 67:2) “Allah does not burden a soul beyond that it can bear” [Qur’an 2:286] “Surely there is ease after hardship. Aye, surely there is ease after hardship.” [Qur’an 94:6-7] “Do people think that they will be left alone because they say: ‘We believe,’ and will not be tested. And We indeed tested those who were before them. And Allah will certainly make (it) known (the truth of) those who are true, and will certainly make (it) known (the falsehood of) those who are liars, (although Allah knows all that before putting them to test)” [Qur'an:29:2-3]

[@raufridzuan]

"Madina is pure and pure is attracted to it and filth actually quits and leaves" -- wonderful quote

[@heyyou-hk7tq]

whenever I look for religious talks on the internet, I always opt for mainstream Arab sheikhs instead of local Malaysian ustaz because the sheikhs' messages are always heartwarming, full of wisdom and nicely curated with morals of stories. You can feel that Islam is a very loving and merciful religion.

[@cruzzo260]

Yeah, and I like how they always include references from Quran & hadith so we know it’s legit & not just normal advice people give..

[@muhammadkalidass6285]

You are right compare to local Ustaz

[@fazirahabd3531]

I think you just havent found the good ones from our local community, with the same quality that you mentioned. Alhamdulillah there are many, and some dont even wear thobes. May Allah guides to rightly guided knowledge and safety. Ameen

[@aslannaslann3246]

Bcoz he is scholar, not ustaz.

[@reen-bb5js]

@@fazirahabd3531 I would love to know who are the local preaches. And there is nothing wrong with wearing a thobe. He is ethnically arab.

[@aiesyahsyahirah4717]

To KJ and Shahril, if one day life takes both of u back to politic i hope that u guys will come out strong and better as politicians. Cause frankly speaking, i am once one of Malaysian citizens that was very hypercritical towards umno and u guys whenever my friends and i talk about politics with each other…as Muslim i pray that u guys and all other politicians will always be guided by Allah..because in the end our goal is for the betterment of our country

[@cutakecare2020]

We definitely learned a lot from KSs (Keluar Sekejap & Kindred Stories) about politics, socials, economics, financials and faiths. Hopefully, most if not all politicians in Malaysia learned a thing or two from KSs too.

[@hasnolhassan9229]

I cried. I listen to this again and i cried again. I hope i can be a better Muslim.

[@LizaNot11]

Amin y.r.a. 🤲

[@norazurahzakaria1932]

5 kali dah dengar, temuramah yang sangat bermanfaat. Terima kasih saudara KJ dan Shahril.

[@lattsharizan]

Mufti Menk was right when he said he was the earlier ones that uses the new media for his da’wah. MashaAllah, I can attest that my journey to rediscover Islam came from his CDs and online lectures. I am a big fan. May Allah reward him. I pray and make doa that KJ becomes PM and that Shahril joins him in his Goverment. I can see that both of them are rooted, understands the deen to know that Islam is applicable in all aspects of life. Malaysia can lead and be exemplary to showcase the real beauty of the religion. May Allah facilitate and make it easy.

[@azmir7ify]

I love mufti Menk for more than 10 years and this is the first time I watch the whole episode of kindred’s story. Well done.

[@zuranashrudin605]

Definitely my favourite episode. Excellent questions by KJ & Shahril. Thank you KS for bringing in Mufti Menk.

[@bes1441]

One of the best podcast ever ! May Allaah bless everyone . Aamiin

[@malayneum]

i am an atheist. but i can learn a thing or two from this mufti.

[@deangedega10]

welcome and hope you get more benefits out of it!

[@me78723]

We can learn many things from him and from each other. ❤❤❤

[@shomin9761]

Melayu dan islam x boleh berpisah... Sah2 kau bkn melayu

[@BGMMalaysia]

May Allah brings you to the truth one day. Amin! Stay positive in life brother.👍

[@cutakecare2020]

Yes indeed ... btw I'm a muslim and still learning

[@lovemamahouse]

Say aamin guys when mufti Menk make a dua

[@hadiahn2937]

This comment just to help bring more traffic to this video...what a great episode..does make me cry

[@edlinaazmeer7749]

Thank you KJ for brave enough in being vulnerable because I too kdg2 question myself ttg my solat n the derma I do. Thank you to both of you and Mufti Menk.

[@aafif5607]

I saw Menk on thumbnail, I click it straightaway. This is huge, good job KS !

[@sitimariambintibasharie9711]

The same goes for me. I didn't know they invited Mufti Menk to Kindred Stories. Glad to see Mufti Menk in this show.

[@alimzazaz]

Mufti menk is incredible. He brings positivity and thoughtfulness everywhere he goes. May all muslims and non-muslims too follow his ways, it is the ways of the prophet nonetheless. Masha Allah.

[@najidjamal]

this kind of podcast episodes are the very worth podcasts that we can turn on and listen while we drove to work. thumbs up to KJ and SH

[@candicecole19]

Dear brothers & sisters! Don’t forget to send your blessings upon the Prophet (ﷺ) “Allahumma salli ‘ala Muhammadin wa aali Muhammad” 🤍

[@azmir7ify]

The day I start listening to Mufti Menk was 10 years ago and my personality and attitude or even view in life is truly based on how his view.

[@MrKhairil80]

I think this is the best episode so far..bravo KJ & Shahril.. i cant believe it ..u guys with Mufti Menk.. the man who impressed me with his wonderful words in twitter before..finally is here..omg.. thanks Kindred Story..really love the chemistry among of u guys.. love the way of kj & shahril asking without hide.. looks sincere from ur heart..love the way of Mufti Menk answering the Question.. acceptable n deep.. full of inspiration .. alhamdulillah..want it more..

[@palarasanrajendran6273]

His charisma is amazing … insights are very refreshing

[@ciktipah]

Thanks for this episode. really love mufti menk. Please invite Yasir Qadhi who is coming in june. excellent muslim, scholar and preacher. history knowledge is superb

[@lembu002]

Love his' sirah lectures!

[@badxx1m]

I so overwhelmingly agree. Dr. Yasir is an excellent scholar. His talks always makes me feel very humbling. I always listen in to his Friday sermons.

[@SaFF-OnE]

where can I find his schedule in Malaysia?

[@fareenazahari]

Such a wonderful episode! Thank you KS!

[@KhabirulIslam-w2n]

Malaysia is my favorite country. Practicing Muslim Country ❤ from India

[@Surf_One]

Thank you Kindred Stories for inviting Mufti Menk to the show. My tears flowed some of the topics discussed in this episode. It's a great episode for me.. Thank again for coming to Kindred Stories and thank you KJ & SH. May Allah bless both of you. Keep doing this wonderful jobs. You guy don't need to be ahli politik to do great thing.. Aamiin

[@alinasimon6399]

Ya Allah. Please fulfill the wishes of all insan all humanity in this world. Syukur alhamdulillah. Salam from Malaysia.

[@lari5km51]

Masha Allah… what a great episode this has been. Will be watching this over and over again especially when I need to pause and reset. JZK… KS and Mufti Menk…

[@wanzwanm]

Another great episode with a great guest, non other than Mufti Menk. Kudos to KS for bringing in Mufti Menk to give his perspectives on the current affairs and relevancy of Islam in today's world. Great intellectual discourse by Mufti Menk, KJ & SH with inspiring insights on Islam that would certainly able to reduce the biasness towards Islam & its people. Kudos to all 3 of you & Team KS.

[@wandful]

We learn a lot from Mufti Menk this time.

[@badmintonmalaysia7529]

I always read Mufti Menk's aspirational quote, I don't know that his talk / ceramah is this addictive!

[@sameeracee]

Excellent talk! Next Imam Omar Suleiman and Nouman Ali Khan please!

[@nitaheriyadi6645]

yess, please!

[@SangJebatAdilBakti94]

Also invite Sheikh Mishary Al Afasy and Bro Paul William of Blogging Theology channel

[@rinaothman2145]

Thankyou Kindred Stories for such a wonderful episode.. I'm cried.. Oh Allah.. the most loving, the most merciful 🤲🏻

[@pusomar]

Thank you to both of you for bringing in Mufti Menk into this episode. It is one of the best ones I’ve watched. Good job and congrats.

[@dea6587]

1:25:02 "lets not belittle what someone else is doing just because we are frustrated" gd reminder to all of us, incl Kj and SH to be more open minded in making political judgement. May Allah swt guides us all.

[@uncledan2u]

Yes true. The time is now to contribute to the Ummah development. Malaysia needs you.

[@aileenaa.p4751]

THANK YOU FOR THIS INTERVIEW. MM is very close to everyone's heart and may it also stay with ours too. Well done KJ. Habis sume netizen yg dok panggil you "D" during Vaccine days are now clueless..tis is what a balance between life and hereafter

[@anisfatimah6307]

Thank you KJ and Shahril for this incredible interview.

[@kamek50]

Mufti Menk has always amazed me for a long time now, Alhamdulillah. Thank you KJ&SH❣

[@PEH5806]

Wow mufti menk with kj and Shahril.. congratulations

[@azliazmi1815]

Tahniah dan terima kasih kindred stories atas tetamu jemputan yang hebat. Semoga Allah permudahkan segala urusan

[@tatsfortat973]

Thank you KS for inviting Mufti Menk.. Such great episode. Congratulations 🎉

[@KhalixMY]

Wow, Mufti Menk on KS. Awesome! ❤

[@M_Huzaifah]

Wow mantap KS. Sebelum ni temuramah sosok yang melawan arus dalam perbankan Islam. Kali ni pula ditaja oleh lembaga besar yang membawa "perbankan Islam". Btw, superb guest.

[@comeover99]

Imam Omar Suleiman too pls 😭

[@nasruleffendimansor1831]

Agreed

[@sufiansupari]

This is a very beautiful interview. I love the way the questions were asked and the replies given by Mufti Menk. Terima kasih, KJ, Shahril, and team KS. I have shared the video with many groups, and they love it.

[@addienorazlie2910]

alhamdulillah, this is great ... Thank you inviting Mufti Menk, KS...

[@BoyShazan]

What a wonderful podcast by Mufti Menk and the KS crew. Thanks for sharing this as it gives hope to the individual and society as a whole.

[@rueyusof]

i love how the questions given to mufti are near at heart ❤

[@shevagiggsy]

Best episode👍🏻.. Full with Tasawuff vibes.

[@BukhariMustapha]

Best episode ever.. Thank you mufti menk for the knowledge,, thank you kj and shahril..

[@amrilnizam10]

My utmost respect to you Sir Mufti Menk. Your eloquence in speaking and clear explanation about Islamic Values inspires me to be better Muslim. Thank you

[@HerbertLye]

The episode we may not wanted but we NEEDED, MashaAllah!

[@reen-bb5js]

Everyone wanted this episode dude...it was wanted and NEEDED

[@NotYouRChingu]

I feel so emotional watching this. I've been following this Mufti since twitter, and he never fail to blow my mind. His perspective towards life, very insightfull yet it's very relatable. Very humble person. (Btw, I love the Waheed hashtag 😂)

[@wandful]

We learn a lot from Mufti Menk this time, with this particular episode. Selamat menuju kejayaan semua.

[@muhammadhamzi9615]

The best episode i see ❤ i will keep this video on my phone if I feel despair i will watch this advice ❤️❤️😊

[@ridzone1985]

Wow, just click and realize actually its is kinred… nice to have mufti menk as your guest. Thanks Kj and Shahril

[@kamsolsaid8361]

Humbling lessons from Mufti Menk.

[@TintaMinda]

Tq Keluar Sekejap.... Love this episode... Mufti Menk 👍

[@normalizaahmad9491]

Alhamdulillah tq for inviting Mufti Menk..

[@muhammadharuna7895]

Asalamualaikum

[@RizalHarun]

Oasis for the ummah nowadays. The best podcast indeed. Nouman Khan should next ❤

[@afznh]

Yesss!!!!

[@RMRV546]

Nouman Khan got issues tho ..

[@RizalHarun]

@@RMRV546 issue with what?

[@RMRV546]

@@RizalHarun Google it..

[@aminnurrashid9528]

The best episode so far, thank you KS & thank you mufti menk for all the advices and positivity❤

[@hajishaker9788]

wow!!! you guys manage to Mufti Menk to your podcast....amazing!!!

[@dausfarrell4167]

Im happy KS got mufti Menk for this episode, i very admire mufti Menk and i believe All Malaysian very want to see Mufti Menk & this podcast episode. my request Maybe admin can add Malay subtitle translate so all malaysian can see & hear what message can deliver to all malaysian that cannot undersatand in English. Hopefully usefull 👍

[@AhNanz]

Assalamualaikum, KJ and Shahril! 🌟 Thank you for this inspiring podcast with Mufti Menk. It would be absolutely fantastic if you could invite Bassem Youssef for your next episode. His humor and distinctive perspective could add an extra layer of intrigue. Keep up the outstanding work! 👍"

[@joyah3968]

No wayyy !! You guys are awesome ! Thank you for inviting Mufti Menk. Next, Imam Omar Suleiman pleaseee 🥹❤️

[@HerbertLye]

🙋🏻I second to this.

[@aleeshadzirah1844]

Hear, hear!!

[@fightforjustice11]

NOUMAN ALI KHAN TOO

[@HerbertLye]

Ali Hammuda too

[@zuranashrudin605]

I second this!

[@MuhammadSyafiqHairudin]

1:01:02 the greater the test, the greater the reward.. MasyaAllah

[@sitizaitunyusof]

One of the best content in Kindred Stories.. Thank you team!

[@mizzylamydean2936]

Masyaallah. Alhamdullillah. Hope in future 🇲🇾mufti can be an interrnational speaker too. Jazzakallahukayran. #OmarSulaimanFromUS #MuhammadAliFromUK #MuhammadHijabFromUK #BilalAssadFromAustralia

[@norlina1877]

MashAllah. Tabarakallah. The best KS EVER. Barakallahu feekum MM❤️

[@mhiab458]

MasyAllah Informative episode !!! Kudos KS

[@MrSpeedey7]

Semoga Allah memperkuatkan Perjuangan Islam dengan Khairy Jamaluddin dan Shahril Hamdan, seperti mana Allah memperkuatkan Salafus Saleh dengan Khalid al-Walid dan Amru al-As.. Aamiin yaa Rabbal ’aalamiin..

[@AsusLaser-or5bq]

Wow...I've learned so much by watching this episode

[@izhamshamsudin4289]

Great interview. Alhamdulillah

[@UrXboyfriend]

Thanx kindred stories for this lovely episode. Cant wait for the next one

[@dzakihusny]

Such a great eye opening episode. Well done! Shed some tears while listening…

[@kaknoraseasyrecipe9719]

MasyaAllah TabarakAllah KS great sharing from Mufti . May Allah swt grant with good deeds. Ameen

[@shamsali9903]

We have to unite under one Khalifah Insha Allah and defend Muslims and all oppressed people in the world and fight back as United League of Muslim Nations.

[@nuri6540]

As he said...we should improve our quality of solat...then Allah will improve ourselves

[@Yasmin-pj2ek]

Such a beautiful discussion and soo inspiring ❤❤❤❤

[@otaiddp11]

Incredible session guys with mufti. Masya Allah Tabarokallah

[@muhammadzairi3533]

Weyh.. Classy episode indeed.!

[@hanifahsayedmuhammad1874]

Assalamualaikum, Wow what an enlightening discussions on intimate aspects of our relationship with Allah Swt and our faith with really wonderful and sincere presentation by Mufti Menk and both of you. Thank you very much from the bottom of my heart. Superb show

[@abdulmalik-rz6uo]

Good program

[@aedapendi8475]

Good job..absolutely Im happy this program

[@reen-bb5js]

This episode was great, you guys did a great job. But I do think that probably KJ and Shahril were not able to get the answers they wanted to some questions, feels like they wanted an answer more related to the local context but Mufti Menk was more focused on the international context which is understandable. Overall it was a great episode I really hope you get a lot of views.

[@akchannel4198]

wow...mutfi menk in da house!

[@aidasuhana8296]

much awaited ep. Thanks KS!!

[@revoniaga6399]

Senang jadi podtcaster je dah femes sekejap je dapat sponsor semoga terus maju

[@naffi3123]

tak jugak, banyak jer podcast baru tapi susah nak naik, beza dia ilmu dgn skill tu penting, banyak podcast skrg berbual kosong takde flow dalam penyampaian, aku rasa they deserve this based on the achievement

[@affansiru7646]

dia memang dah popular kot asal dari Menteri dan politik. bukannya bermula kosong. tapi tak bermakna perkara tu tak baik.

[@alanrunner5519]

Commenting for boosting the video

[@rafidahazlinmahayuddin8826]

KJ, I suggest go for study of Tauhid, Fiqah and Tasauf.. from an ulama' following a kitab..

[@onshinonshin29]

Amazing podcast and insights! Tq guys for doing this.

[@muhammadharuna7895]

Asalamualaikum sister

[@lillyrose5060]

Love is the net where hearts are caught, like fish! (Muhammad Ali)

[@azroyazlan17]

If there will be live session with Mufti Menk, I suggest there are quota, and VIP Pass for Q&A session for non-muslims.

[@ahmdazli]

Wonderful podcast. Would love to see a discourse with Dr. Zakir Naik.

[@torikrohman4623]

suka sekali lihat podcast di sini melatih bahasa Inggris ku

[@Rush34K]

wow,alhamdulillah ,saw muftimenk doing his tawaf jn,