About the Podcast:
- What is the essence of fasting?
- What is the significance of Islamic rituals in modern times?
- What are the jurisprudential challenges with respect to the rules of fasting?
In this episode, we explore how fasting can free the mind and serve as a pathway for spiritual transformation. Shaykh Arif Abdulhussain examines the spiritual benefits of the Laylatul Qadr nights and addresses practical challenges such as moon sighting in the modern era. We discuss the evolution of the outward form of fasting and the realisation of its essence today, exploring how Islamic legal theory addresses contemporary challenges while preserving the core purpose of worship.
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Shaykh Arif Abdul Hussain is the founder and director of Al-Mahdi Institute, and a Senior Lecturer in Legal Theory and Philosophy. With decades of experience in Islamic scholarship, he combines traditional seminary training with modern academic insight, focusing on Islamic law and spirituality.
Read More of His Insights:
Islam and God-Centricity: Reassessing Fundamental Theological Assumptions
“Islamic Normativity Regarding Brain Death: Implications for Organ Donation” (2023)
Translation of al-Sadr’s Durūs fī ʿilm al-uṣūl (Vol. 1, 2003)
