Qur'anic and Philosophical Remedies for Overcoming Sloth | Eva Brann and Hamza Yusuf

Award-winning educator Eva Brann speaks with Hamza Yusuf on the insidious vice of sloth. They uncover the ways in which sloth is far more devastating to the individual and society than is widely understood.
THE SEVEN DEADLY SINS, A SPECIAL RENOVATIO SERIES HOSTED BY HAMZA YUSUF
Hamza Yusuf converses with scholars, leaders, and writers to explore one of religion's most enduring conceptual frameworks, the Seven Deadly Sins. These compelling conversations shed light on how the sins manifest themselves within us, illustrate their devastating consequences on our culture, and elucidate their corresponding virtues for all of us who struggle with sin.
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[@theresonlyone8881]

All the conversations so far have been so intellectually and thought stimulating but there’s something so special about this one. You could really feel the joy and the passion in this discussion. Absolutely stunning.

[@midnightadc]

As a young person, who has grappled with the idea of being "uninterested," even in the face of complete intellectual stimulus, it seems to me that we simply lack the lived experience that prevents us from becoming interested. We don't care because we don't realize the actual weight of everything, especially knowledge. Maybe this will help to give an understanding of why young people simply don't care, or don't care to care.

[@ibnmusaa]

Dr. Brann’s question “what do all sins have in common?” when it comes to excesses and deficiencies... I think this spectrum reveals that sins have injustice in common. To take a middle way or to be at peace is to have justice. The just judge of the worlds manifests in all symmetries and balances, and I think this is what she might be getting at.

[@nadjiguemarful]

The production value on here is so good. I will always appreciate Sheykh Hamza Yusuf for bringing the spirit of the Malikiyyah (and Islam in general) across the world in his person however little a person is able to do that.. I wish there were many more like you. And please visit Algeria!

[@merida9582]

I think not just the spirit of the maliki doctrine. He has such a highly developped sufi passion that makes him a universal citizen and a real leader of modern islamic philosophy. He is a great scholar . I wish they invite him to come to Algeria.

[@aminam4547]

It would be a great honour to have him here !

[@ruhmuhaccer864]

I do not understand why you are invoking jurisprudential affiliation. When I look at any one and in particular this man that would be the last thing that comes to mind. But alas.

[@omsarr02]

@@merida9582 MashAllah wonderful comments. You all write good English. I wish the same for the Senegalese as well. I believe the entire world have to benefit from him especially the Malikis and the people following authentic Tassawuf- Most of the Maliikis countries in Africa speak French which may be a little challenging...

[@aminam4547]

He did study in Algeria. In Tiziouzou

[@raquibridwan4751]

This was a pleasure, "Eva Bran", I am simply lost for words of how profound is her take on sins. It seemed to me like a reminder of Allah's infinite knowledge and my God what better to enjoy it slothfully than listening to the two, so relaxed on matters of much complexity.

[@truesay786]

Eva Bran looks gracefully spiritual in her old age but her intellect is still surprisingly sharp

[@theresonlyone8881]

With age comes wisdom

[@curious493]

I need to watch this twice or more times. It's that insightful 😍

[@DibigaIskaEeg]

Can't believe I'm finding this channel just now. Great content.

[@zakzak613]

Salam, I'm a new English Muslim and id love to know if Shaykh Hamza Yusuf will have a discussion with Jordan Peterson, I'm sure those two would become great friends, Jordan peterson was friends with Roger Scruton who was friends with Shaykh Hamza Yusuf! Many people are wondering if that discussion and connection will happen?

[@adeelali8417]

Alhamdulilah. Yes agreed. I have deep love and respect for both men.

[@ahmedmohammad7300]

Eagerly waiting for that too tbh.

[@bilalishaq4362]

This happened

[@durdanatabassum6057]

Wow! I often struggle with lack of energy or interest as well as a lot of interest and curiosity for things I shouldn't be interested in. For me, it always comes down to the 'new' thing. A new book, a new painting inspiration, a new insight into myself always makes life interesting and then later it goes back to being mundane. That is life. So I agree with her, sloth is part of life just like envy, pride, lust and the others. We should be careful not to fall into them knowingly but we are careless creatures.

[@itiszulu]

I am extremely delighted that I stumbled on this discussion. Wao..! What a gem.

[@ruthfernandez9008]

Ya Rab!!!! Alhamdulillah for these beautiful human beings!!!!

[@hatidjesabri7326]

Pure pleasure. Thank you!

[@zatoichiable]

This is the best idea and program you have come up Brother Hamza,,, to explore universal values that brings together all faith to common ideals (Kalimat Sawa) ..

[@seamuswarren]

The golden rule seems universal … unless we are sociopaths maybe? Professor Michael Hudson has a somewhat related book called “And Forgive Them Their Debts”.

[@sultana_467]

Two absolutely fascinating people in conversation, what a delight, Alhamdulilah

[@ayshaabid6843]

Jazakallah khair!

[@RayOfHope8]

❤️❤️❤️ Wow fascinating conversation ❤️

[@RenovatioJournal]

Thank you. Do share with others!

[@raquibridwan4751]

Acedia, capturing violent stimuli, was mind-blowing to me.

[@omarshaaban907]

Remarkable

[@cheryfajamal]

Aren't sins, the weaknesses we all have, IS the test. These are the hurdles we constantly have to master so that we can live at the highest possible spiritual level, singularly and socially. Isn't passing Judgement Day putting the effort into being worthy of the blessings we were given by gratefully and honorably using them in this high spiritual manner.

[@tanvirsiddique6626]

Slothful people don’t start war, but they follow dictators into war.

[@b.s8858]

Rivers of knowledge.

[@Daljirka-Dahsoon]

Oh this is good.

[@thomasahrens7812]

Brilliant

[@theexplorers4182]

MashaAllah

[@sabeenraza8923]

I think opposite of sloth would be تفکر meaningful thinking , observation

[@nurdinasamad7536]

❤Eva

[@Merima28]

Nurdina I love your name

[@nadjiguemarful]

Sheykh Have you read Ralph W Emerson?

[@ecw787]

51:30 damn.

[@mohamadeliwa8526]

What is the ruling on music according the sheikh hamza ?

[@muftiabdoulie2992]

What is the meaning of NV

[@nadkassim]

i think the word mentioned was "envy"

[@xtremeownage2]

Story of Buddha and Sitar is likely from during Muslim rule in India. It shows the influence of Islam and Muslim cultures on Dharmic cultures and beliefs. Sitar is actually a Farsi word and it was invented under Muslim rule by Amir Khusrow according to historical sources. So it is impossible for this story to truly be from the Buddha. Therefore the Middle Way was taught by the holy Prophet Muhammad e Mustafa (SAAWS).

[@theresonlyone8881]

Is it possible that the Buddha could be a prophet? but he’s not listed because his message was so corrupted to an extent that it was unrecognizable and therefore not worth mentioning in scriptures? Allah knows best.

[@karimb972]

HY mentioned that some ulama have mentioned that he could have been al-khidr but Allahou 3alam

[@miralabualjadail4206]

Yes, very possible and some scholars have this opinion. I recommend you read the book which shaykh Hamza Yusuf contributed to on islam and Buddhism.

[@hatidjesabri7326]

hah, that's not the only story Waugh's son tells of his father. Unfortunately, he wasn't very fond of him. Like so many other intellectuals (even religious ones), he wasn't a good father. It's a mystery to me.