As Ramadan draws closer to its end, take time to focus exclusively on Allah. In this episode, we will cover: • The purpose of spiritual seclusion • The rewards of spiritual seclusion • Increasing in good deeds towards the end Additional resource: • Spiritual Retreat (itikaf): http://seekershub.org/ans-blog/2009/08/14/the-spiritual-retreat-itikaf/ Give SoulFood gear as gift for Eid! https://soulfoodfm.shop Intro & outro music by Nader Khan (www.naderkhan.com)

As the end of Ramadan approaches, now is the time to finish strong. In this episode, we will cover: • Whoever strives, tastes • The description of the Prophet ﷺ in the last ten • Seeking Laylat ul-Qadr Give SoulFood merch as a Eid gift! https://soulfoodfm.shop Intro & outro music by Nader Khan (www.naderkhan.com)

How giving has your heart become this Ramadan? In this episode, we will cover: • The description of the Prophet in Ramadan • Seeking refuge from miserliness • Relationship between courage and generosity. Check out the SoulFood Shop at https://soulfoodfm.shop Intro & outro music by Nader Khan (www.naderkhan.com)

One of the greatest events in the history of the early community of believers was the Battle of Badr, which occurred in Ramadan. In this episode, we will cover: • The significance of history • The Great Battle of Badr • A blessed night Check out the SoulFood Shop at www.soulfoodfm.shop Intro & outro music by Nader Khan (www.naderkhan.com)

Backbiting is spiritual cannibalism and one of the most dangerous ways to nullify the reward for fasting. In this episode, we will cover: • The dangers of backbiting • The virtues of silence • Only mentioning what is good Check out the SoulFood Shop at https://soulfoodfm.shop Intro & outro music by Nader Khan (www.naderkhan.com)

The Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) said, "The people of the Quran are the people of God and His most chosen." So ask yourself, what level of recitation do you have? In this episode, we will cover: • The reward for recitation • The levels of recitation • Commitment to the Quran Check out the SoulFood Shop at https://soulfoodfm.shop Intro & outro music by Nader Khan (www.naderkhan.com)

Don't jeopardize the benefit of your fast by giving in to anger. In this episode: • How fasting can affect anger • Controlling your tongue when angry • Constraining the nafs Support SoulFood today at https://soulfoodfm.shop Intro & outro music by Nader Khan (www.naderkhan.com)

All blessed acts of worship are combined in the month of Ramadan, and one of the greatest acts of worship to perform in Ramadan is the Umrah (lesser Pilgrimage). In this episode, we will cover: • The reward of Umrah in Ramadan • The Companions' love for the Prophet ﷺ • Love is the spirit of worship Support SoulFood today at https://soulfoodfm.shop Intro & outro music by Nader Khan (www.naderkhan.com)

Out of God's mercy, He ﷻ gave us a way to make up for violating the fast. In this episode: • The way to expiate a fast when it is violated. • Holding ourselves to a higher standard • Being merciful towards others Additional Resource: • Paying the expiation by feeding poor people: https://islamic-relief.org/ramadan/fidya/ Support SoulFood today at https://soulfoodfm.shop Intro & outro music by Nader Khan (www.naderkhan.com)

The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said, "Whoever prays at night in Ramadan, faithfully and anticipating the reward from Allah, will have his previous sins forgiven." [Bukhari & Muslim] In this episode, we will cover: •The reward for praying at night in Ramadan • How communal taraweeh began • Four statements for Ramadan Additional Resource: • Ramadan Invocation: "Ashhadu a'llā ilāha illa Allah, astaghfirullah, as'aluka al-Jannata wa a'udhu bika min al-Nar." Translation I bear witness that there is no god but God. I seek God's forgiveness. and I ask You for Paradise and seek refuge in You from the Fire. Intro & outro music by Nader Khan (www.naderkhan.com)