<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:googleplay="http://www.google.com/schemas/play-podcasts/1.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[AlQuranclasses: The Tales]]></title><description><![CDATA[We never really outgrow our love for stories. No matter our age, a good tale still finds its way to the heart — making us feel seen, heard, and quietly understood.
Tales is where those stories live — not just fiction, but reflections of our real lives as Muslim parents, as seekers, as believers.

Every Tuesday and Saturday, we invite you into a new moment — a tender, thoughtful tale woven with emotion, truth, and the ever-present thread of the Quran.
From parenting struggles to the quiet joys of guiding our children toward faith, from the questions we whisper to Allah to the moments that shape our connection with Him — these stories carry it all.

Step into Tales, where every word feels familiar, every story holds a light, and every moment reminds you — you’re not alone.]]></description><link>https://www.uaalim.com/s/islamic-story-time</link><image><url>https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!GvFh!,w_256,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F6b3202a7-3fa7-42d1-87f3-e7ebd470b623_500x500.png</url><title>AlQuranclasses: The Tales</title><link>https://www.uaalim.com/s/islamic-story-time</link></image><generator>Substack</generator><lastBuildDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2026 05:31:13 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.uaalim.com/feed" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><copyright><![CDATA[© 2026 AlQuranClasses. All Rights Reserved]]></copyright><language><![CDATA[en]]></language><webMaster><![CDATA[alquranclassesofficial@substack.com]]></webMaster><itunes:owner><itunes:email><![CDATA[alquranclassesofficial@substack.com]]></itunes:email><itunes:name><![CDATA[habibkhan]]></itunes:name></itunes:owner><itunes:author><![CDATA[habibkhan]]></itunes:author><googleplay:owner><![CDATA[alquranclassesofficial@substack.com]]></googleplay:owner><googleplay:email><![CDATA[alquranclassesofficial@substack.com]]></googleplay:email><googleplay:author><![CDATA[habibkhan]]></googleplay:author><itunes:block><![CDATA[Yes]]></itunes:block><item><title><![CDATA[Tale#55: Prophetic Tales: Episode 21: Prophet ‘Isa (AS) 🌿 ]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Miracle-Born Prophet & Messenger of Allah]]></description><link>https://www.uaalim.com/p/tale55-prophetic-tales-episode-21</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.uaalim.com/p/tale55-prophetic-tales-episode-21</guid><pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2026 17:02:46 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/youtube/w_728,c_limit/5mT14vEdn2U" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Prophet &#8216;Isa (AS) was born through a miracle, spoke the truth from his cradle, and called people to worship Allah alone. &#127769;<br>He healed the sick by Allah&#8217;s permission, showed mercy to the weak, and reminded his people that true success lies in faith, humility, and obedience to Allah.</p><div id="youtube2-5mT14vEdn2U" class="youtube-wrap" data-attrs="{&quot;videoId&quot;:&quot;5mT14vEdn2U&quot;,&quot;startTime&quot;:null,&quot;endTime&quot;:null}" data-component-name="Youtube2ToDOM"><div class="youtube-inner"><iframe src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/5mT14vEdn2U?rel=0&amp;autoplay=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;enablejsapi=0" frameborder="0" loading="lazy" gesture="media" allow="autoplay; fullscreen" allowautoplay="true" allowfullscreen="true" width="728" height="409"></iframe></div></div><p></p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.uaalim.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">AlQuranclasses is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div><p><br>In this episode of Prophet Stories, children and families learn:<br>&#10024; The miraculous birth of Prophet &#8216;Isa (AS)<br>&#10024; His message of tawheed (oneness of Allah)<br>&#10024; The miracles Allah granted him by His permission<br>&#10024; Why Muslims love and honor Prophet &#8216;Isa (AS) as a noble messenger<br><br>At AlQuranClasses, we share the stories of the prophets to nurture faith, understanding, and strong Islamic character in young hearts.<br><br>&#128073; Start your child&#8217;s Quran learning journey with a Free Trial:<br></p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://alquranclasses.com/?utm_source=youtube&amp;utm_medium=prophetvideo&amp;utm_id=issa&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Start Free Trial Today!!&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://alquranclasses.com/?utm_source=youtube&amp;utm_medium=prophetvideo&amp;utm_id=issa"><span>Start Free Trial Today!!</span></a></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tale#54: Prophetic Tales: Episode 20: Prophet Yahya (AS) 🌿 ]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Pure Heart & Truthful Prophet]]></description><link>https://www.uaalim.com/p/tale54-prophetic-tales-episode-20</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.uaalim.com/p/tale54-prophetic-tales-episode-20</guid><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2026 17:04:25 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/youtube/w_728,c_limit/Fhq1BXSozM0" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Bismillah-ir-Rahman-ir-Raheem</strong></p><p>Among the prophets mentioned in the Quran, <strong>Prophet Yahya (AS)</strong> shines with a rare purity of heart and an unwavering commitment to truth. His life teaches children and adults alike that faith is not measured by age, strength, or status&#8212;but by sincerity, honesty, and obedience to Allah.</p><div id="youtube2-Fhq1BXSozM0" class="youtube-wrap" data-attrs="{&quot;videoId&quot;:&quot;Fhq1BXSozM0&quot;,&quot;startTime&quot;:null,&quot;endTime&quot;:null}" data-component-name="Youtube2ToDOM"><div class="youtube-inner"><iframe src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/Fhq1BXSozM0?rel=0&amp;autoplay=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;enablejsapi=0" frameborder="0" loading="lazy" gesture="media" allow="autoplay; fullscreen" allowautoplay="true" allowfullscreen="true" width="728" height="409"></iframe></div></div><h2></h2><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.uaalim.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe now&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.uaalim.com/subscribe?"><span>Subscribe now</span></a></p><h2>A Miracle Child, Answered Dua &#127769;</h2><p>Prophet Yahya (AS) was a gift from Allah to <strong>Prophet Zakariyya (AS)</strong>&#8212;a child born after years of quiet, hopeful supplication. Allah granted him not only life but also <strong>wisdom, understanding, and righteousness from a very young age</strong>.</p><p>Allah says in the Quran:</p><blockquote><p><em>&#8220;O Yahya, take the Scripture with determination.&#8221;</em><br><em>(Surah Maryam 19:12)</em></p></blockquote><p>Even as a child, Yahya (AS) carried knowledge with seriousness and purpose&#8212;showing us that young hearts are fully capable of deep faith.</p><h2>A Heart Filled With Mercy &#127807;</h2><p>Prophet Yahya (AS) was known for his gentleness, humility, and compassion. He lived a simple life, stayed away from arrogance, and treated people with kindness. Allah describes him as:</p><blockquote><p><em>&#8220;&#8230;compassionate, pure, and righteous.&#8221;</em><br><em>(Surah Maryam 19:13)</em></p></blockquote><p>His purity was not just in actions, but in intention. He never sought praise or power&#8212;only Allah&#8217;s pleasure.</p><h2>Standing Firm Upon Truth &#10024;</h2><p>One of the most powerful lessons from Prophet Yahya&#8217;s life is his <strong>fearlessness in speaking the truth</strong>, even when it came at great personal cost. He never compromised Allah&#8217;s commands to please people.</p><p>His story teaches children that honesty is not always easy&#8212;but it is always right. Truthfulness may require courage, but Allah honors those who stand firm upon it.</p><h2>Lessons for Children and Families &#127800;</h2><p>Prophet Yahya (AS) teaches us:</p><ul><li><p><strong>Purity of heart matters more than appearance</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Truthfulness is a lifelong responsibility</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Kindness and humility are signs of strong faith</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Obedience to Allah brings honor&#8212;now and in the Hereafter</strong></p></li></ul><p>These lessons are especially meaningful for children growing up in a world full of noise, pressure, and compromise.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.uaalim.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe now&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.uaalim.com/subscribe?"><span>Subscribe now</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h2>A Reflection for Parents &#127769;</h2><p>When teaching children about Prophet Yahya (AS), remind them that goodness does not require being loud or powerful. Sometimes, the strongest hearts are the quietest ones&#8212;those that choose honesty, kindness, and obedience every single day.</p><p>Encourage your child to speak the truth gently, treat others with mercy, and protect their heart from pride. These are the qualities Allah loved in Prophet Yahya (AS).</p><div><hr></div><h2>Nurturing Faith in Young Hearts &#127807;</h2><p>At <strong>AlQuranClasses</strong>, we share the stories of the prophets to help children build strong character alongside Quran learning. Stories like that of Prophet Yahya (AS) plant seeds of honesty, purity, and courage that last a lifetime.</p><p>&#128073; <strong>Begin your child&#8217;s Quran journey with a Free Trial Class: </strong></p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://alquranclasses.com/?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=prophetstory&amp;utm_id=yahya&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Free Trial&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://alquranclasses.com/?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=prophetstory&amp;utm_id=yahya"><span>Free Trial</span></a></p><p>May Allah help us and our children follow the path of the truthful, the pure, and the righteous&#8212;just like Prophet Yahya (AS). &#129293;</p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tale#53: Prophetic Tales: Episode 19:Prophet Zakariyya (AS) 🌿 | The Story of Faith, Dua & Miracles ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bismillah-ir-Rahman-ir-Raheem]]></description><link>https://www.uaalim.com/p/tale53-prophetic-tales-episode-18prophet</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.uaalim.com/p/tale53-prophetic-tales-episode-18prophet</guid><pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2025 17:13:40 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/youtube/w_728,c_limit/pqYrmO7DNDI" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Bismillah-ir-Rahman-ir-Raheem</strong></p><p>Every story of a prophet is a story of hope &#8212; but the story of <strong>Prophet Zakariyya (AS)</strong> is a story of <em>dua</em>, patience, and the power of never giving up on Allah&#8217;s mercy. &#127769;</p><div id="youtube2-pqYrmO7DNDI" class="youtube-wrap" data-attrs="{&quot;videoId&quot;:&quot;pqYrmO7DNDI&quot;,&quot;startTime&quot;:null,&quot;endTime&quot;:null}" data-component-name="Youtube2ToDOM"><div class="youtube-inner"><iframe src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/pqYrmO7DNDI?rel=0&amp;autoplay=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;enablejsapi=0" frameborder="0" loading="lazy" gesture="media" allow="autoplay; fullscreen" allowautoplay="true" allowfullscreen="true" width="728" height="409"></iframe></div></div><div><hr></div><h3>A Prophet with a Gentle Heart &#127807;</h3><p>Prophet Zakariyya (AS) was a righteous man and a devoted servant of Allah. He spent his life teaching, praying, and guiding others toward goodness. Though his heart was full of peace, one longing remained &#8212; he wished for a child to continue spreading Allah&#8217;s message after him.</p><p>But Zakariyya (AS) was old, and his wife was unable to bear children. Still, he never lost hope. <strong>He turned to Allah in quiet whispers of faith.</strong></p><div><hr></div><h3>The Whispered Dua &#128171;</h3><p>In the stillness of the night, when others slept, Zakariyya (AS) made a heartfelt prayer:</p><blockquote><p><strong>&#8220;My Lord, grant me from Yourself a good offspring. Indeed, You are the Hearer of supplication.&#8221;</strong><br>&#8212; <em>Surah Aal-Imran (3:38)</em></p></blockquote><p>He didn&#8217;t ask in despair &#8212; he asked in love, knowing that <em>nothing is impossible for Allah.</em> &#127769;</p><div><hr></div><h3>The Miracle of Hope &#127800;</h3><p>Allah, in His infinite mercy, answered Zakariyya&#8217;s dua in the most beautiful way. The angels came to him with glad tidings:</p><blockquote><p><strong>&#8220;Allah gives you good news of a boy whose name will be Yahya.&#8221;</strong><br>&#8212; <em>Surah Maryam (19:7)</em></p></blockquote><p>Zakariyya (AS) was amazed &#8212; not because he doubted Allah&#8217;s power, but because the miracle came when logic said it was too late. His faith had been rewarded, showing that <strong>dua is never wasted</strong> &#8212; it is heard, stored, and answered at the perfect time.</p><div><hr></div><h3>The Birth of Yahya (AS) &#127807;</h3><p>Prophet Yahya (AS) was born as a sign of Allah&#8217;s mercy and a blessing to his parents. From a barren womb came a prophet whose heart was pure, gentle, and full of wisdom.</p><p>Zakariyya (AS) saw in his son the living proof that <strong>Allah can bring life where there was none</strong> &#8212; hope where there was despair.</p><div><hr></div><h3>Lessons for Families &#128150;</h3><ul><li><p><strong>Never stop making dua.</strong> Even when years pass, Allah hears every whisper.</p></li><li><p><strong>Miracles happen in silence.</strong> Faith grows in moments of waiting.</p></li><li><p><strong>Trust Allah&#8217;s timing.</strong> What feels delayed is often delivered perfectly.</p></li><li><p><strong>Teach your children to pray with certainty.</strong> Dua builds a lifelong bond with Allah.</p></li></ul><div><hr></div><h3>A Reflection for Parents and Kids &#127769;</h3><p>When you or your child feel that something is impossible, remember Prophet Zakariyya (AS). Tell your children:</p><blockquote><p>&#8220;If Allah can give Prophet Zakariyya a child in his old age, He can answer any prayer you make.&#8221;</p></blockquote><p>Faith isn&#8217;t about how fast our prayers are answered &#8212; it&#8217;s about <strong>trusting that Allah never forgets those who call upon Him sincerely.</strong> &#127807;</p><div><hr></div><h3>Begin Your Child&#8217;s Quran Journey</h3><p>At <strong>AlQuranClasses</strong>, we teach children the Quran and the beautiful stories of the prophets &#8212; nurturing hearts that trust Allah, love His words, and believe in the power of dua.</p><p>&#128073; Register for a Free Trial Class </p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://alquranclasses.com/?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=prophetstory&amp;utm_id=zakariyya&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Start Free Trial Today!&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://alquranclasses.com/?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=prophetstory&amp;utm_id=zakariyya"><span>Start Free Trial Today!</span></a></p><p>Let&#8217;s raise children who pray like Zakariyya (AS) &#8212; with patience, hope, and unshakable faith in Allah&#8217;s mercy. &#127800;</p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tale#52: Prophetic Tales: Episode 18: Prophet Yunus (AS) 🐋 | The Man in the Belly of the Whale]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bismillah-ir-Rahman-ir-Raheem]]></description><link>https://www.uaalim.com/p/tale52-prophetic-tales-episode-18</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.uaalim.com/p/tale52-prophetic-tales-episode-18</guid><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2025 16:10:37 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/youtube/w_728,c_limit/pKaF_tw8CSk" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Bismillah-ir-Rahman-ir-Raheem</strong></p><p>Among the most moving stories in the Quran is that of <strong>Prophet Yunus (AS)</strong> &#8212; a prophet who faced the storm of regret and found mercy in the depths of darkness. His story teaches us that no matter how far we go, <strong>Allah&#8217;s mercy is never beyond reach.</strong></p><div id="youtube2-pKaF_tw8CSk" class="youtube-wrap" data-attrs="{&quot;videoId&quot;:&quot;pKaF_tw8CSk&quot;,&quot;startTime&quot;:null,&quot;endTime&quot;:null}" data-component-name="Youtube2ToDOM"><div class="youtube-inner"><iframe src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/pKaF_tw8CSk?rel=0&amp;autoplay=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;enablejsapi=0" frameborder="0" loading="lazy" gesture="media" allow="autoplay; fullscreen" allowautoplay="true" allowfullscreen="true" width="728" height="409"></iframe></div></div><div><hr></div><h3>A Prophet Sent with a Message &#127807;</h3><p>Prophet Yunus (AS) was sent to guide the people of <strong>Nineveh</strong>, a city filled with disbelief and arrogance. Despite his efforts, they rejected his message. Frustrated and heartbroken, Yunus (AS) left them &#8212; before Allah commanded him to do so.</p><p>It was a moment of human emotion &#8212; something every believer can relate to. Yet even prophets, the most patient of men, are tested in ways that reveal their humanity and deepen their closeness to Allah.</p><div><hr></div><h3>The Storm and the Whale &#127754;</h3><p>As Yunus (AS) boarded a ship to escape his sorrow, a great storm struck. The people on board feared for their lives, believing someone had angered Allah. After drawing lots, Yunus (AS) was chosen and thrown into the raging sea &#8212; where <strong>a massive whale swallowed him whole</strong>.</p><p>Inside the belly of the whale, surrounded by darkness &#8212; the sea above, the whale around, and the night beyond &#8212; Yunus (AS) realized his mistake. He was alive, but utterly helpless. And in that moment of complete surrender, his heart turned entirely to Allah.</p><div><hr></div><h3>The Dua That Shines Through Darkness &#10024;</h3><p>From the depths, Yunus (AS) called out:</p><blockquote><p><strong>&#8220;La ilaha illa Anta, Subhanaka, inni kuntu minaz-zalimeen.&#8221;</strong><br><em>There is no god but You; Glory be to You; indeed, I was among the wrongdoers.</em><br>&#8212; Surah Al-Anbiya (21:87)</p></blockquote><p>That single dua &#8212; simple yet sincere &#8212; became a symbol of repentance (<em>tawbah</em>) for all believers to this day. It is a dua that brings light to any darkness, reminding us that even our mistakes can lead us back to Allah if we repent sincerely.</p><div><hr></div><h3>Mercy and Return &#128171;</h3><p>Allah accepted Yunus&#8217;s repentance. The whale rose to the surface and released him safely onto the shore. Weak and frail, he was nurtured back to health under Allah&#8217;s care.</p><p>When he returned to his people, he found them transformed. The very city that once rejected him now believed &#8212; a miracle born out of Allah&#8217;s mercy and Yunus&#8217;s renewed devotion.</p><div><hr></div><h3>Lessons for Families &#127807;</h3><ul><li><p><strong>Never lose hope in Allah&#8217;s mercy</strong> &#8212; even when everything seems lost.</p></li><li><p><strong>Mistakes don&#8217;t define us</strong>; repentance does.</p></li><li><p><strong>Dua is powerful</strong> &#8212; it connects hearts to Allah in every situation.</p></li><li><p><strong>Patience and humility</strong> are greater than pride and haste.</p></li></ul><div><hr></div><h3>A Reflection for Parents and Kids &#127800;</h3><p>When children feel discouraged or make mistakes, remind them of Prophet Yunus (AS). His story shows that everyone stumbles, but the key is to turn back to Allah. Teach them to say his dua whenever they feel lost or afraid &#8212; for it carries light and peace to any heart that calls upon it.</p><div><hr></div><h3>Begin Your Child&#8217;s Quran Journey</h3><p>At <strong>AlQuranClasses</strong>, we teach children to recite, understand, and love the Quran &#8212; through lessons, stories, and reflections that nurture faith and good character.</p><p>&#128073; Register for a Free Trial Class </p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://alquranclasses.com/?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=prophetstory&amp;utm_id=yunus&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Start Free Trial Today&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://alquranclasses.com/?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=prophetstory&amp;utm_id=yunus"><span>Start Free Trial Today</span></a></p><p>Let&#8217;s raise children who, like Prophet Yunus (AS), find their way back to Allah through every wave of life. &#127754;</p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tale#51: Prophetic Tales: Episode 17: Prophet Ayyub (AS): The Story of Patience 🌿]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bismillah-ir-Rahman-ir-Raheem]]></description><link>https://www.uaalim.com/p/tale51-prophetic-tales-episode-17</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.uaalim.com/p/tale51-prophetic-tales-episode-17</guid><pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2025 16:09:36 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/youtube/w_728,c_limit/nopSnDZr50w" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Bismillah-ir-Rahman-ir-Raheem</strong></p><p>Prophet <strong>Ayyub (AS)</strong> is one of the most beautiful examples of patience and unwavering faith in the face of unimaginable hardship. His story teaches children and adults alike that true belief in Allah is tested not when life is easy &#8212; but when everything we love is taken away.</p><div id="youtube2-nopSnDZr50w" class="youtube-wrap" data-attrs="{&quot;videoId&quot;:&quot;nopSnDZr50w&quot;,&quot;startTime&quot;:null,&quot;endTime&quot;:null}" data-component-name="Youtube2ToDOM"><div class="youtube-inner"><iframe src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/nopSnDZr50w?rel=0&amp;autoplay=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;enablejsapi=0" frameborder="0" loading="lazy" gesture="media" allow="autoplay; fullscreen" allowautoplay="true" allowfullscreen="true" width="728" height="409"></iframe></div></div><div><hr></div><h3>The Blessed Life Before the Test</h3><p>Prophet Ayyub (AS) was blessed with everything people desire &#8212; health, wealth, land, and a loving family. He was kind, generous, and grateful to Allah for every blessing. But like all prophets, his faith was destined to be tested.</p><div><hr></div><h3>The Trial Begins &#127783;&#65039;</h3><p>One by one, Ayyub (AS) lost his wealth, his home, and even his children. Then came the hardest test of all &#8212; a painful illness that left him weak and isolated. Yet through it all, <strong>his heart never turned away from Allah</strong>.</p><p>While others may have complained, Ayyub (AS) continued to remember Allah with love. His tongue never stopped saying <em>&#8220;Alhamdulillah.&#8221;</em></p><div><hr></div><h3>His Wife&#8217;s Devotion &#128149;</h3><p>Throughout his long illness, his devoted wife stayed by his side. She cared for him, supported him, and reminded him that Allah never forgets His servants. Together, they showed what true love and faith look like &#8212; standing strong through pain, not just ease.</p><div><hr></div><h3>The Dua That Changed Everything &#127800;</h3><p>After years of silent endurance, Ayyub (AS) raised his hands and made a humble dua:</p><blockquote><p><em>&#8220;Indeed, adversity has touched me, and You are the Most Merciful of the merciful.&#8221;</em><br>&#8212; [Surah Al-Anbiya 21:83]</p></blockquote><p>With that simple prayer, Allah&#8217;s mercy descended. His health was restored, his family returned, and his blessings were multiplied. The test ended, but the lesson remains eternal &#8212; patience brings the most beautiful reward.</p><div><hr></div><h3>Lessons for Families &#127807;</h3><ul><li><p><strong>Patience is not weakness</strong> &#8212; it&#8217;s strength through faith.</p></li><li><p><strong>Gratitude in hardship</strong> turns pain into peace.</p></li><li><p><strong>Dua never goes unanswered</strong>, though Allah&#8217;s response may come in unexpected ways.</p></li><li><p><strong>Support each other through trials</strong>, just as Ayyub (AS) and his wife did.</p></li></ul><div><hr></div><h3>A Reflection for Parents &amp; Kids</h3><p>When your child faces difficulty &#8212; a lost toy, a bad grade, or an illness &#8212; remind them of Prophet Ayyub (AS). Tell them that Allah loves those who stay patient, and that even when no one else sees our pain, Allah always does.</p><p>Patience is not waiting silently &#8212; it&#8217;s trusting Allah&#8217;s wisdom through every storm. &#127783;&#65039;</p><div><hr></div><h3>Begin Your Child&#8217;s Quran Journey</h3><p>At <strong>AlQuranClasses</strong>, we teach children not only to read the Quran but to understand and live by its lessons &#8212; patience, gratitude, and faith.</p><p>&#128073; Register for a Free Trial Class </p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://alquranclasses.com/?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=prophetstory&amp;utm_id=ayyub&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Start Free Trial Today!&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://alquranclasses.com/?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=prophetstory&amp;utm_id=ayyub"><span>Start Free Trial Today!</span></a></p><p>Let&#8217;s raise a generation that stands firm in faith &#8212; like Prophet Ayyub (AS). &#127807;</p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tale#50: Prophetic Tales: Episode 16: Prophet Harun (AS) 🌿]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Supportive Brother of Musa (AS) - Al Quran Classes]]></description><link>https://www.uaalim.com/p/tale50-prophetic-tales-episode-16</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.uaalim.com/p/tale50-prophetic-tales-episode-16</guid><pubDate>Fri, 07 Nov 2025 08:09:36 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/youtube/w_728,c_limit/oRqKWprgU28" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Prophet Harun (AS) was chosen by Allah as a prophet and the loyal companion of his brother Musa (AS). Together, they carried the message of truth to Pharaoh, standing firm with courage, unity, and faith. &#127769; </p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.uaalim.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe now&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.uaalim.com/subscribe?"><span>Subscribe now</span></a></p><p>This episode of Prophet Stories highlights the power of brotherhood, teamwork, and trust in Allah&#8217;s plan &#8212; a story that teaches kindness, humility, and responsibility.</p><div id="youtube2-oRqKWprgU28" class="youtube-wrap" data-attrs="{&quot;videoId&quot;:&quot;oRqKWprgU28&quot;,&quot;startTime&quot;:null,&quot;endTime&quot;:null}" data-component-name="Youtube2ToDOM"><div class="youtube-inner"><iframe src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/oRqKWprgU28?rel=0&amp;autoplay=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;enablejsapi=0" frameborder="0" loading="lazy" gesture="media" allow="autoplay; fullscreen" allowautoplay="true" allowfullscreen="true" width="728" height="409"></iframe></div></div><p>At AlQuranClasses, we bring the Quran and stories of the prophets to life for kids and families &#8212; inspiring faith and moral growth through every lesson. </p><p>&#127760; Follow us on our other platforms to stay connected and updated on Quranic teachings: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alquran_classes TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@alquranclassesofficial Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/I.Luv.Holy.Quran Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61575664345717 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/alquranclasses1/ X: https://x.com/alquranclasses YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AlQuranClassesOfficial Substack: https://www.uaalim.com/ WhatsApp: https://whatsapp.com/channel</p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.uaalim.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">AlQuranclasses is a Learner-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a subscriber.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tale#49: Prophetic Tales: Episode15: Prophet Musa (AS) ]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#127754; Pharaoh, the Sea & the Torah - Al Quran Classes]]></description><link>https://www.uaalim.com/p/tale49-prophetic-tales-episode15</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.uaalim.com/p/tale49-prophetic-tales-episode15</guid><pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2025 08:08:43 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/youtube/w_728,c_limit/LfPXEMi0_bw" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The story of Prophet Musa (AS) is one of courage, miracles, and faith. &#127807; Sent to confront Pharaoh, he called his people to Allah, led them through the parted sea, and received the Torah as guidance for Bani Israel. </p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.uaalim.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe now&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.uaalim.com/subscribe?"><span>Subscribe now</span></a></p><p>In this episode of Prophet Stories, relive the powerful lessons of trust in Allah, perseverance in hardship, and the triumph of truth over falsehood. </p><div id="youtube2-LfPXEMi0_bw" class="youtube-wrap" data-attrs="{&quot;videoId&quot;:&quot;LfPXEMi0_bw&quot;,&quot;startTime&quot;:null,&quot;endTime&quot;:null}" data-component-name="Youtube2ToDOM"><div class="youtube-inner"><iframe src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/LfPXEMi0_bw?rel=0&amp;autoplay=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;enablejsapi=0" frameborder="0" loading="lazy" gesture="media" allow="autoplay; fullscreen" allowautoplay="true" allowfullscreen="true" width="728" height="409"></iframe></div></div><p>At AlQuranClasses, we bring the Quran and prophetic stories to life for kids and families &#8212; nurturing faith, values, and love for Allah&#8217;s book. </p><p></p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.uaalim.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe now&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.uaalim.com/subscribe?"><span>Subscribe now</span></a></p><p><br>&#127760; Follow us on our other platforms to stay connected and updated on Quranic teachings: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alquran_classes TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@alquranclassesofficial Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/I.Luv.Holy.Quran Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61575664345717 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/alquranclasses1/ X: https://x.com/alquranclasses YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AlQuranClassesOfficial Substack: https://www.uaalim.com/ WhatsApp: https://whatsapp.com/channel</p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tale#48: Prophetic Tales: Episode14: Al-Yasa (AS)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Continuation of Prophet Ilyas&#8217; Mission - Al Quran Classes]]></description><link>https://www.uaalim.com/p/tale48-prophetic-tales-episode14</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.uaalim.com/p/tale48-prophetic-tales-episode14</guid><pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2025 17:08:32 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/youtube/w_728,c_limit/3-DIJYpzLv0" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>After Prophet Ilyas (AS), Allah sent Prophet Al-Yasa (AS) to continue guiding his people back to the worship of Allah alone. </p><p>His story reminds us that the mission of the prophets was one and the same &#8212; to call humanity to tawheed and righteousness. </p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.uaalim.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe now&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.uaalim.com/subscribe?"><span>Subscribe now</span></a></p><p>&#127769; In this episode of Prophet Stories, learn about the perseverance of Al-Yasa (AS) and the timeless lessons of patience, faith, and continuity of guidance.</p><div id="youtube2-3-DIJYpzLv0" class="youtube-wrap" data-attrs="{&quot;videoId&quot;:&quot;3-DIJYpzLv0&quot;,&quot;startTime&quot;:null,&quot;endTime&quot;:null}" data-component-name="Youtube2ToDOM"><div class="youtube-inner"><iframe src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/3-DIJYpzLv0?rel=0&amp;autoplay=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;enablejsapi=0" frameborder="0" loading="lazy" gesture="media" allow="autoplay; fullscreen" allowautoplay="true" allowfullscreen="true" width="728" height="409"></iframe></div></div><p>At AlQuranClasses, we bring the Quran and prophetic stories to life for kids and families &#8212; nurturing love for Allah and His prophets. <br></p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.uaalim.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe now&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.uaalim.com/subscribe?"><span>Subscribe now</span></a></p><p>&#127760; Follow us on our other platforms to stay connected and updated on Quranic teachings: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alquran_classes TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@alquranclassesofficial Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/I.Luv.Holy.Quran Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61575664345717 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/alquranclasses1/ X: https://x.com/alquranclasses YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AlQuranClassesOfficial Substack: https://www.uaalim.com/ WhatsApp: https://whatsapp.com/channel</p><p></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tale#47: Prophetic Tales: Episode13: Prophet Ilyas (AS) | Calling People Away from Idolatry 🌿]]></title><description><![CDATA[Calling People Away from Idolatry &#127807;]]></description><link>https://www.uaalim.com/p/tale47-prophetic-tales-episode13</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.uaalim.com/p/tale47-prophetic-tales-episode13</guid><pubDate>Fri, 17 Oct 2025 13:29:20 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/youtube/w_728,c_limit/rtj8oLMfTPU" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Bismillah-ir-Rahman-ir-Raheem</strong></p><p>Prophet Ilyas (AS) was sent to guide a people who had turned away from Allah and fallen into idol worship. His mission was to remind them of the truth &#8212; that only Allah is worthy of worship, and idols hold no power.</p><div id="youtube2-rtj8oLMfTPU" class="youtube-wrap" data-attrs="{&quot;videoId&quot;:&quot;rtj8oLMfTPU&quot;,&quot;startTime&quot;:null,&quot;endTime&quot;:null}" data-component-name="Youtube2ToDOM"><div class="youtube-inner"><iframe src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/rtj8oLMfTPU?rel=0&amp;autoplay=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;enablejsapi=0" frameborder="0" loading="lazy" gesture="media" allow="autoplay; fullscreen" allowautoplay="true" allowfullscreen="true" width="728" height="409"></iframe></div></div><h3>The Struggle Against Idolatry</h3><p>The people of Ilyas (AS) worshipped a false god called <strong>Baal</strong>, neglecting the commandments of Allah. Despite being blessed with many provisions, they chose to bow to idols instead of showing gratitude to their Creator.</p><p>Ilyas (AS) stood firm, calling them back to Allah with wisdom and courage. He reminded them that their idols could not provide, protect, or forgive &#8212; only Allah could.</p><h3>The Rejection of Truth</h3><p>Sadly, many of his people rejected his message. They mocked and disobeyed him, preferring the ease of their false traditions over the truth of tawheed (the oneness of Allah). Their arrogance eventually brought about Allah&#8217;s displeasure.</p><h3>Lessons for Us &#127800;</h3><ul><li><p><strong>Tawheed is the foundation:</strong> Worship belongs only to Allah &#8212; associating partners with Him leads to destruction.</p></li><li><p><strong>Standing firm in faith:</strong> Even if the majority turn away, one believer&#8217;s courage matters.</p></li><li><p><strong>Gratitude is worship:</strong> Blessings should lead us closer to Allah, not toward neglect.</p></li></ul><h3>A Reflection for Families</h3><p>For children, the story of Prophet Ilyas (AS) teaches that courage means standing by the truth, even when others don&#8217;t. For families, it&#8217;s a reminder that every blessing we enjoy &#8212; food, health, home &#8212; should bring us closer to Allah in gratitude, not further away.</p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tale#46: Prophetic Tales: Episode12: Dawud (AS) – The Just King & The Psalms]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Just King & The Psalms]]></description><link>https://www.uaalim.com/p/tale46-prophetic-tales-episode12</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.uaalim.com/p/tale46-prophetic-tales-episode12</guid><pubDate>Fri, 10 Oct 2025 13:32:03 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/youtube/w_728,c_limit/pXngrtC9zRU" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Bismillah-ir-Rahman-ir-Raheem</strong></p><p>Prophet Dawud (AS) was chosen by Allah as both a king and a prophet &#8212; a leader whose life reflected courage, justice, and devotion. Known for his beautiful voice and recitation of the Zabur (Psalms), Dawud (AS) remains an example of strength balanced with humility.</p><div id="youtube2-pXngrtC9zRU" class="youtube-wrap" data-attrs="{&quot;videoId&quot;:&quot;pXngrtC9zRU&quot;,&quot;startTime&quot;:null,&quot;endTime&quot;:null}" data-component-name="Youtube2ToDOM"><div class="youtube-inner"><iframe src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/pXngrtC9zRU?rel=0&amp;autoplay=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;enablejsapi=0" frameborder="0" loading="lazy" gesture="media" allow="autoplay; fullscreen" allowautoplay="true" allowfullscreen="true" width="728" height="409"></iframe></div></div><h3>The Rise of Dawud (AS)</h3><p>Dawud (AS) was first known for his bravery when he defeated the mighty warrior Jalut (Goliath). With unwavering trust in Allah, a young shepherd boy overcame a giant, proving that victory does not come from size or strength, but from faith.</p><h3>The King Who Judged with Justice</h3><p>Allah later made Dawud (AS) a king over Bani Israel. As a ruler, he judged disputes with wisdom and fairness. The Qur&#8217;an praises him as a just leader who did not let power corrupt his heart. His example shows that leadership is a trust, not a privilege.</p><h3>The Psalms: A Gift of Devotion</h3><p>Allah revealed to Dawud (AS) the Zabur (Psalms), a scripture filled with words of praise and guidance. His recitation was so moving that even mountains and birds joined him in glorifying Allah. His voice was a reminder of the beauty of worship and the power of remembrance.</p><h3>Lessons for Us &#127800;</h3><ul><li><p><strong>Faith over fear:</strong> Victory comes through trust in Allah, not through outward strength.</p></li><li><p><strong>Justice is a duty:</strong> Whether as leaders, parents, or teachers, fairness is a command from Allah.</p></li><li><p><strong>Worship beautifies life:</strong> Recitation, remembrance, and praise of Allah bring peace to the heart.</p></li></ul><h3>A Reflection for Families</h3><p>The story of Dawud (AS) shows children that real strength lies in faith, not size. For parents, it&#8217;s a lesson to model fairness in the home, because justice builds trust and love within families.</p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tale#45: Prophetic Tales: Episode11: Prophet Shoaib (AS) – The Honest Preacher of Madyan ]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Honest Preacher of Madyan]]></description><link>https://www.uaalim.com/p/tale45-prophetic-tales-episode11</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.uaalim.com/p/tale45-prophetic-tales-episode11</guid><pubDate>Fri, 03 Oct 2025 13:29:26 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/youtube/w_728,c_limit/RBFTsIu_SZY" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Bismillah-ir-Rahman-ir-Raheem</strong></p><p>Prophet Shoaib (AS) was sent by Allah to the people of Madyan, a prosperous community that had fallen into corruption and dishonesty. Known for his wisdom and truthfulness, Shoaib (AS) became the voice of justice among a people drowning in greed.</p><div id="youtube2-RBFTsIu_SZY" class="youtube-wrap" data-attrs="{&quot;videoId&quot;:&quot;RBFTsIu_SZY&quot;,&quot;startTime&quot;:null,&quot;endTime&quot;:null}" data-component-name="Youtube2ToDOM"><div class="youtube-inner"><iframe src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/RBFTsIu_SZY?rel=0&amp;autoplay=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;enablejsapi=0" frameborder="0" loading="lazy" gesture="media" allow="autoplay; fullscreen" allowautoplay="true" allowfullscreen="true" width="728" height="409"></iframe></div></div><h3>A Community in Decline</h3><p>The people of Madyan were traders and merchants. While Allah had blessed them with wealth, they cheated in their dealings by giving less in measure and weight. Instead of gratitude, they embraced dishonesty, arrogance, and idolatry.</p><h3>The Call of Shoaib (AS)</h3><p>With patience and sincerity, Shoaib (AS) called his people to:</p><ul><li><p>Worship Allah alone</p></li><li><p>Stop cheating and stealing in trade</p></li><li><p>Live with honesty and fairness</p></li><li><p>Show gratitude for the blessings Allah had given</p></li></ul><p>But many rejected his call, mocking him and threatening to drive him out of their city.</p><h3>The Consequence of Arrogance</h3><p>When the people continued in disobedience, ignoring Shoaib&#8217;s warnings, Allah&#8217;s punishment descended. An earthquake struck, and the people of Madyan were destroyed, leaving behind a lesson for all who come after.</p><h3>Lessons for Us &#127800;</h3><ul><li><p><strong>Honesty is a pillar of faith</strong> &#8212; cheating and dishonesty destroy trust and society.</p></li><li><p><strong>Wealth is a test</strong> &#8212; it can either lead us closer to Allah through gratitude or away from Him through greed.</p></li><li><p><strong>Prophets remind us</strong> that success lies not in trade or possessions, but in obedience to Allah.</p></li></ul><h3>A Reflection for Families</h3><p>Prophet Shoaib&#8217;s story teaches children the importance of honesty in even the smallest actions. For families, it&#8217;s a reminder to nurture truthfulness in the home and to ensure that our dealings with others are always just.</p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tale#44: Prophetic Tales: Episode10: Sulayman (AS) – The Wise King & The Queen of Sheba]]></title><description><![CDATA[he Wise King & The Queen of Sheba]]></description><link>https://www.uaalim.com/p/tale44-prophetic-tales-episode10</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.uaalim.com/p/tale44-prophetic-tales-episode10</guid><pubDate>Fri, 26 Sep 2025 13:27:24 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/youtube/w_728,c_limit/NoqlpfaxT2g" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Prophet Sulayman (AS), son of Prophet Dawud (AS), was blessed with extraordinary gifts: wisdom, justice, and the ability to understand the speech of animals and jinn. His story with the Queen of Sheba (Bilqis) shines as one of the most remarkable examples of faith, leadership, and submission to Allah.</p><div id="youtube2-NoqlpfaxT2g" class="youtube-wrap" data-attrs="{&quot;videoId&quot;:&quot;NoqlpfaxT2g&quot;,&quot;startTime&quot;:null,&quot;endTime&quot;:null}" data-component-name="Youtube2ToDOM"><div class="youtube-inner"><iframe src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/NoqlpfaxT2g?rel=0&amp;autoplay=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;enablejsapi=0" frameborder="0" loading="lazy" gesture="media" allow="autoplay; fullscreen" allowautoplay="true" allowfullscreen="true" width="728" height="409"></iframe></div></div><h3>The Gift of Wisdom &#127807;</h3><p>From a young age, Sulayman (AS) displayed deep insight. Allah granted him control over the wind, jinn, and animals. Yet despite this immense power, his heart remained humble, always remembering that every blessing was from Allah alone.</p><h3>The Encounter with the Queen of Sheba</h3><p>When Sulayman (AS) learned of a mighty queen who ruled with strength but worshipped the sun instead of Allah, he sent her a letter, inviting her to Islam. Through this letter, he reminded her of Allah&#8217;s sovereignty and the call to worship Him alone.</p><p>The Queen, known for her intelligence, did not act rashly. She consulted her advisors, then tested Sulayman (AS) with gifts &#8212; but he rejected them, showing that his mission was not about wealth or power, but truth.</p><h3>A Throne Transformed</h3><p>By Allah&#8217;s will, the throne of the Queen of Sheba was transported to Sulayman&#8217;s palace before her arrival. When she saw it, she realized the greatness of Allah&#8217;s power. Witnessing Sulayman&#8217;s justice, humility, and faith, her heart opened, and she submitted to Allah, embracing Islam.</p><h3>Lessons for Us &#127800;</h3><ul><li><p><strong>True leadership</strong> is built on justice, not wealth.</p></li><li><p><strong>Power and wisdom</strong> are only blessings when used for Allah&#8217;s sake.</p></li><li><p><strong>Faith requires humility</strong> &#8212; even the most powerful must bow before Allah.</p></li></ul><h3>A Reflection for Families</h3><p>The story of Sulayman (AS) teaches our children that no matter how strong or wise we become, real greatness lies in obedience to Allah. It reminds parents and families that our homes should be places where wisdom is tied to faith.</p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tale#43: Prophetic Tales: Episode9: Prophet Yusuf (AS): From the Well to the Throne 📖✨]]></title><description><![CDATA[From the Well to the Throne]]></description><link>https://www.uaalim.com/p/tale43-prophetic-tales-episode9-prophet</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.uaalim.com/p/tale43-prophetic-tales-episode9-prophet</guid><pubDate>Fri, 19 Sep 2025 16:41:26 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/youtube/w_728,c_limit/W0V1xdLx_i0" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The story of Prophet Y&#363;suf (AS) is one of the most detailed and moving narratives in the Qur&#8217;an. From the jealousy of his brothers who cast him into a well, to being sold into slavery, facing false accusations, and enduring years in prison&#8212;his life was a series of immense trials. Yet, through every stage, Prophet Y&#363;suf (AS) remained steadfast, patient, and firmly reliant on Allah.</p><p>In the end, Allah elevated him from the depths of hardship to the heights of honor, granting him authority in Egypt and reuniting him with his family. His journey is a shining example of how divine wisdom unfolds, even when the path seems filled with darkness.</p><p>&#128071; Watch the story in today&#8217;s episode:</p><div id="youtube2-W0V1xdLx_i0" class="youtube-wrap" data-attrs="{&quot;videoId&quot;:&quot;W0V1xdLx_i0&quot;,&quot;startTime&quot;:null,&quot;endTime&quot;:null}" data-component-name="Youtube2ToDOM"><div class="youtube-inner"><iframe src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/W0V1xdLx_i0?rel=0&amp;autoplay=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;enablejsapi=0" frameborder="0" loading="lazy" gesture="media" allow="autoplay; fullscreen" allowautoplay="true" allowfullscreen="true" width="728" height="409"></iframe></div></div><h3>Reflections &amp; Lessons</h3><p>The life of Prophet Y&#363;suf (AS) holds countless lessons that inspire us even today.</p><ul><li><p><strong>Patience leads to elevation.</strong> From betrayal to leadership, his story shows how patience through trials opens doors to Allah&#8217;s mercy.</p></li><li><p><strong>Forgiveness strengthens family bonds.</strong> Y&#363;suf (AS) forgave his brothers despite their betrayal, teaching us the power of mercy in healing relationships.</p></li><li><p><strong>Allah&#8217;s plan is always greater.</strong> Even the darkest moments were stepping stones to his ultimate success.</p></li></ul><p>His story teaches us that when we stay steadfast and trust in Allah, every difficulty can become a doorway to blessing.</p><h3>&#127807; Stay Connected</h3><p>If <em>Prophetic Tales</em> has touched your heart:</p><ul><li><p><strong>Subscribe</strong> to get every new episode delivered directly to your inbox.</p></li><li><p><strong>Share this story</strong> with others so more hearts can benefit from the timeless wisdom of the prophets.</p></li><li><p><strong>Comment below</strong> with your reflections: Which part of Prophet Y&#363;suf&#8217;s story speaks to you most&#8212;his patience, his forgiveness, or his rise to honor?</p></li></ul><p>Together, we continue to keep alive the lessons of the prophets&#8212;stories that inspire faith, resilience, and hope across generations.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.uaalim.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe now&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.uaalim.com/subscribe?"><span>Subscribe now</span></a></p><p></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tale#42: Prophetic Tales: Episode8:Prophet Yaqub (AS): The Power of Patience and Family Bonds ✨]]></title><description><![CDATA[Prophet Ya&#703;q&#363;b (AS): The Power of Patience and Family Bonds &#10024;]]></description><link>https://www.uaalim.com/p/tale42-prophetic-tales-episode8prophet</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.uaalim.com/p/tale42-prophetic-tales-episode8prophet</guid><pubDate>Fri, 12 Sep 2025 16:49:21 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/youtube/w_728,c_limit/_8pGhF-F_jA" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Prophet Ya&#703;q&#363;b (AS), the son of Prophet Is&#7717;&#257;q (AS), is remembered for his steadfast patience, deep love for his children, and unwavering trust in Allah&#8217;s plan. His life was filled with trials, particularly the heartbreaking separation from his beloved son Y&#363;suf (AS). Yet through every hardship, Prophet Ya&#703;q&#363;b (AS) exemplified <strong>&#7779;abr</strong>&#8212;patience rooted in faith.</p><p>His story reminds us that family is both a source of immense joy and sometimes great trials. Still, with patience, prayer, and trust in Allah, family bonds can become a path to spiritual growth and resilience.</p><p>&#128071; Watch the story unfold in today&#8217;s episode:</p><div id="youtube2-_8pGhF-F_jA" class="youtube-wrap" data-attrs="{&quot;videoId&quot;:&quot;_8pGhF-F_jA&quot;,&quot;startTime&quot;:null,&quot;endTime&quot;:null}" data-component-name="Youtube2ToDOM"><div class="youtube-inner"><iframe src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/_8pGhF-F_jA?rel=0&amp;autoplay=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;enablejsapi=0" frameborder="0" loading="lazy" gesture="media" allow="autoplay; fullscreen" allowautoplay="true" allowfullscreen="true" width="728" height="409"></iframe></div></div><h3>Reflections &amp; Lessons</h3><p>The story of Prophet Ya&#703;q&#363;b (AS) gives timeless lessons on faith, patience, and family values.</p><ul><li><p><strong>True patience is active trust.</strong> Prophet Ya&#703;q&#363;b (AS) did not despair, even in grief, but turned to Allah with hope and reliance.</p></li><li><p><strong>Family ties are sacred.</strong> His deep love for his children reflects the value Islam places on maintaining strong family bonds.</p></li><li><p><strong>Trials refine faith.</strong> Every hardship Prophet Ya&#703;q&#363;b (AS) endured became a means of drawing closer to Allah.</p></li></ul><p>For us today, his story is a reminder that life&#8217;s struggles&#8212;especially within our families&#8212;can be opportunities to grow in patience and to lean more firmly on Allah&#8217;s mercy.</p><h3>&#127807; Stay Connected</h3><p>If you&#8217;re benefiting from <em>Prophetic Tales</em>:</p><ul><li><p><strong>Subscribe</strong> to get each new episode in your inbox.</p></li><li><p><strong>Share this story</strong> with family and friends so they too can reflect on the wisdom of the prophets.</p></li><li><p><strong>Comment below</strong> with your thoughts: What does Prophet Ya&#703;q&#363;b&#8217;s example of patience mean to you?</p></li></ul><p>Together, we keep alive the stories of the Prophets and the lessons that strengthen faith across generations.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.uaalim.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe now&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.uaalim.com/subscribe?"><span>Subscribe now</span></a></p><p></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tale#41: Prophetic Tales: Episode7:Prophet Lut (AS): Prophet Ishaq (AS): Continuing the Legacy of Prophet Ibrahim (AS) 📖✨]]></title><description><![CDATA[Legacy of Prophet Ibrahim (AS)]]></description><link>https://www.uaalim.com/p/tale41-prophetic-tales-episode7prophet</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.uaalim.com/p/tale41-prophetic-tales-episode7prophet</guid><pubDate>Fri, 05 Sep 2025 16:42:38 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/youtube/w_728,c_limit/5IpQ2y8NJKI" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>After the trials and triumphs of Prophet Ibr&#257;h&#299;m (AS), Allah blessed him with sons who would continue his legacy of faith and guidance. Among them was Prophet Is&#7717;&#257;q (AS), chosen as a messenger to his people. His life represents the continuation of Ibr&#257;h&#299;m&#8217;s mission&#8212;upholding monotheism, teaching submission to Allah, and guiding people to live with integrity and righteousness.</p><p>Prophet Is&#7717;&#257;q (AS) was the father of a noble line of prophets, a living reminder that sincere devotion and sacrifice echo through generations. His story teaches us how faith is not only personal but also generational, carried forward by those who inherit it with sincerity.</p><p>&#128071; Watch the story in today&#8217;s episode:</p><div id="youtube2-5IpQ2y8NJKI" class="youtube-wrap" data-attrs="{&quot;videoId&quot;:&quot;5IpQ2y8NJKI&quot;,&quot;startTime&quot;:null,&quot;endTime&quot;:null}" data-component-name="Youtube2ToDOM"><div class="youtube-inner"><iframe src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/5IpQ2y8NJKI?rel=0&amp;autoplay=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;enablejsapi=0" frameborder="0" loading="lazy" gesture="media" allow="autoplay; fullscreen" allowautoplay="true" allowfullscreen="true" width="728" height="409"></iframe></div></div><h3>Reflections &amp; Lessons</h3><p>The story of Prophet Is&#7717;&#257;q (AS) highlights the beauty of legacy and the responsibility of carrying faith forward.</p><ul><li><p><strong>Faith continues through families.</strong> Prophet Ibr&#257;h&#299;m (AS) raised children who carried the torch of guidance. Our role as parents and elders is to nurture the same in our own homes.</p></li><li><p><strong>Righteousness is inherited by choice.</strong> While lineage is a blessing, true honor lies in choosing obedience to Allah, as Prophet Is&#7717;&#257;q (AS) did.</p></li><li><p><strong>Every generation has a duty.</strong> Each prophet stood firm in his own time. Likewise, each of us is entrusted with carrying Islam forward in our time.</p></li></ul><p>This story calls us to reflect on what legacy we are leaving behind for our children and what faith they will inherit through our example.</p><h3>&#127807; Stay Connected</h3><p>If <em>Prophetic Tales</em> has been meaningful for you:</p><ul><li><p><strong>Subscribe</strong> to receive the next episode directly in your inbox.</p></li><li><p><strong>Share this episode</strong> with family, especially children, to spark conversations about the lives of the prophets.</p></li><li><p><strong>Comment below</strong> with your thoughts. How do you envision passing down your own faith legacy?</p></li></ul><p>Together, we continue the mission of the Prophets&#8212;building homes of faith and guiding hearts across generations.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.uaalim.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe now&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.uaalim.com/subscribe?"><span>Subscribe now</span></a></p><p></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tale#40: Prophetic Tales: Episode6:Prophet Lut (AS): The Destruction of His People 📖✨]]></title><description><![CDATA[Prophet Stories Episode #6]]></description><link>https://www.uaalim.com/p/tale40-prophetic-tales-episode6prophet</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.uaalim.com/p/tale40-prophetic-tales-episode6prophet</guid><pubDate>Fri, 29 Aug 2025 16:49:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/youtube/w_728,c_limit/IlmFUohNKZg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Prophet L&#363;&#7789; (AS) was sent to a community deeply immersed in corruption, immorality, and injustice. Despite his tireless calls to righteousness, his people persisted in their rebellion against Allah&#8217;s commands. Prophet L&#363;&#7789; (AS) urged them to abandon their destructive ways, but their arrogance and sin only grew stronger.</p><p>At last, when the people rejected guidance entirely and mocked the Prophet&#8217;s warnings, Allah&#8217;s decree came upon them. Their cities were overturned, leaving nothing behind but a chilling reminder of what happens when humanity strays too far from truth.</p><p>&#128071; Watch the full story in today&#8217;s episode:</p><div id="youtube2-IlmFUohNKZg" class="youtube-wrap" data-attrs="{&quot;videoId&quot;:&quot;IlmFUohNKZg&quot;,&quot;startTime&quot;:null,&quot;endTime&quot;:null}" data-component-name="Youtube2ToDOM"><div class="youtube-inner"><iframe src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/IlmFUohNKZg?rel=0&amp;autoplay=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;enablejsapi=0" frameborder="0" loading="lazy" gesture="media" allow="autoplay; fullscreen" allowautoplay="true" allowfullscreen="true" width="728" height="409"></iframe></div></div><h3>Reflections &amp; Lessons</h3><p>The story of Prophet L&#363;&#7789; (AS) holds powerful lessons that remain relevant today.</p><ul><li><p><strong>Rejecting corruption is a sign of true faith.</strong> Prophet L&#363;&#7789; (AS) stood firm against overwhelming societal pressure, reminding us to hold fast to values even when they seem unpopular.</p></li><li><p><strong>Society thrives on morality.</strong> When a community normalizes injustice and immorality, its very foundation collapses.</p></li><li><p><strong>Divine justice is certain.</strong> The destruction of L&#363;&#7789;&#8217;s people is a warning that arrogance and sin cannot last forever.</p></li></ul><p>This story calls us to reflect on our surroundings, our choices, and the societies we are part of. The path of righteousness may be difficult, but it is the only path that leads to safety in this life and the next.</p><h3>&#127807; Stay Connected</h3><p>If you are finding value in the <em>Prophetic Tales</em> series:</p><ul><li><p><strong>Subscribe</strong> to keep receiving new episodes directly in your inbox.</p></li><li><p><strong>Share this story</strong> with your loved ones&#8212;it&#8217;s an important reminder for families and communities alike.</p></li><li><p><strong>Comment below</strong> with your reflections. What lesson from Prophet L&#363;&#7789;&#8217;s story speaks to you most today?</p></li></ul><p>Together, we keep alive the wisdom of the Prophets and pass it forward to strengthen faith for generations to come.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.uaalim.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe now&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.uaalim.com/subscribe?"><span>Subscribe now</span></a></p><p></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tale#39: Prophetic Tales: Episode 5:Prophet Salih (AS) – The People of Thamud and the She-Camel]]></title><description><![CDATA[The story of Prophet &#7778;&#257;li&#7717; (AS) is one of guidance, warnings, and a remarkable sign from Allah.]]></description><link>https://www.uaalim.com/p/tale39-prophetic-tales-episode-5prophet</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.uaalim.com/p/tale39-prophetic-tales-episode-5prophet</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mahtab Ali]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 22 Aug 2025 15:45:27 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/youtube/w_728,c_limit/7g-3Fy4NCto" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The story of Prophet &#7778;&#257;li&#7717; (AS) is one of guidance, warnings, and a remarkable sign from Allah. Sent to the people of Tham&#363;d, who lived in grandeur and strength yet strayed into arrogance and disbelief, Prophet &#7778;&#257;li&#7717; (AS) called them back to worshiping the One True God. When they demanded a miracle, Allah provided the she-camel&#8212;an extraordinary sign meant to test their faith.</p><p>But instead of honoring this divine sign, the people plotted against it, sealing their fate. Their rejection of Allah&#8217;s mercy and their defiance of His command brought destruction, leaving behind lessons that echo through time.</p><p>&#128071; Watch the story unfold in today&#8217;s episode:</p><div id="youtube2-7g-3Fy4NCto" class="youtube-wrap" data-attrs="{&quot;videoId&quot;:&quot;7g-3Fy4NCto&quot;,&quot;startTime&quot;:null,&quot;endTime&quot;:null}" data-component-name="Youtube2ToDOM"><div class="youtube-inner"><iframe src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/7g-3Fy4NCto?rel=0&amp;autoplay=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;enablejsapi=0" frameborder="0" loading="lazy" gesture="media" allow="autoplay; fullscreen" allowautoplay="true" allowfullscreen="true" width="728" height="409"></iframe></div></div><h3>Reflections &amp; Lessons</h3><p>The tale of Prophet &#7778;&#257;li&#7717; (AS) and the she-camel is more than history&#8212;it&#8217;s a mirror for us today. The people of Tham&#363;d were blessed with prosperity and strength, yet their pride blinded them to truth. When faced with a clear sign, they chose denial over submission.</p><p>From this story, we are reminded:</p><ul><li><p><strong>Signs are tests, not just miracles.</strong> The she-camel was both a blessing and a trial. Our own blessings today&#8212;wealth, health, knowledge&#8212;are also tests of gratitude.</p></li><li><p><strong>Arrogance destroys faith.</strong> The Tham&#363;d were ruined not because of ignorance, but because of arrogance.</p></li><li><p><strong>Obedience leads to mercy, defiance leads to loss.</strong> The choice is always before us, just as it was before them.</p></li></ul><p>May we learn from their downfall and walk the path of humility, obedience, and gratitude.</p><h3>&#127807; Stay Connected</h3><p>If you enjoyed this episode of <em>Prophetic Tales</em>, make sure to:</p><ul><li><p><strong>Subscribe</strong> to get the next story delivered straight to your inbox.</p></li><li><p><strong>Share this episode</strong> with family, friends, or children&#8212;it&#8217;s a story that sparks faith and reflection for all ages.</p></li><li><p><strong>Leave a comment below</strong> with your thoughts or reflections. Which lesson from Prophet &#7778;&#257;li&#7717;&#8217;s story resonated with you most?</p></li></ul><p>Together, let&#8217;s keep reviving the timeless wisdom of the Prophets and pass it on to the next generation.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.uaalim.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe now&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.uaalim.com/subscribe?"><span>Subscribe now</span></a></p><p></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tale#38: Prophetic Tales: Episode4:The Story of Hazrat Adam (A.S.)|Tuesday]]></title><description><![CDATA[The First Step: A Story of Creation, Forgiveness, and the Path to Guidance]]></description><link>https://www.uaalim.com/p/tale38-prophetic-tales-episode4the</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.uaalim.com/p/tale38-prophetic-tales-episode4the</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[The Golden Sands]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 15 Jul 2025 18:54:28 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!2cmS!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F8d620bd6-bb98-4693-a939-5b247ca552a2_1536x1024.png" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A long time ago, in a beautiful world filled with amazing creatures, there lived the first humans&#8212;<strong>Hazrat Adam (A.S)</strong> and <strong>Hazrat Hawa (A.S)</strong>. Allah, the Most Merciful, created Adam (A.S) from clay, and breathed life into him. He became the first human being, and Allah made him the first <strong>prophet</strong>.</p><p><strong>"I have created you with great care, O Adam,"</strong> Allah said, looking at His creation. Adam (A.S) was the most special of all creatures, for he could think, speak, and understand.</p><h4>The First Home: Jannah</h4><p>Allah placed <strong>Adam (A.S)</strong> and <strong>Hawa (A.S)</strong> in a beautiful garden called <strong>Jannah</strong>&#8212;a place full of peace, happiness, and everything they could possibly need. 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His name was <strong>Iblis</strong>, and he was once a pious being, but his heart became full of pride. Iblis refused to bow down to Adam (A.S) when Allah ordered all the angels to do so. Because of his arrogance, Allah cast him out of Jannah.</p><p>But Iblis, being very cunning, did not give up. He whispered to <strong>Hawa (A.S)</strong>, saying, <strong>"Why don&#8217;t you eat from the tree? Allah did not mean for you to stay away from it forever. If you eat this fruit you will stay forever in Jannah.</strong></p><p>Hawa (A.S) felt curious and told Adam (A.S) about the tree. <strong>"The devil has said this is good for us,"</strong> she said. Adam (A.S) was hesitant, but Iblis continued to whisper, deceiving them with his sweet words. Finally, both Adam (A.S) and Hawa (A.S) ate from the tree.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!mqIG!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F4da2b4a0-57a1-4663-a354-b21c8766e696_1536x1024.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!mqIG!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F4da2b4a0-57a1-4663-a354-b21c8766e696_1536x1024.png 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!mqIG!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F4da2b4a0-57a1-4663-a354-b21c8766e696_1536x1024.png 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!mqIG!,w_1272,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F4da2b4a0-57a1-4663-a354-b21c8766e696_1536x1024.png 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!mqIG!,w_1456,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F4da2b4a0-57a1-4663-a354-b21c8766e696_1536x1024.png 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!mqIG!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F4da2b4a0-57a1-4663-a354-b21c8766e696_1536x1024.png" width="1456" height="971" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/4da2b4a0-57a1-4663-a354-b21c8766e696_1536x1024.png&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:971,&quot;width&quot;:1456,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:null,&quot;bytes&quot;:2172049,&quot;alt&quot;:null,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;href&quot;:null,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:true,&quot;topImage&quot;:false,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:&quot;https://www.uaalim.com/i/168410654?img=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F4da2b4a0-57a1-4663-a354-b21c8766e696_1536x1024.png&quot;,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt="" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!mqIG!,w_424,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F4da2b4a0-57a1-4663-a354-b21c8766e696_1536x1024.png 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!mqIG!,w_848,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F4da2b4a0-57a1-4663-a354-b21c8766e696_1536x1024.png 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!mqIG!,w_1272,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F4da2b4a0-57a1-4663-a354-b21c8766e696_1536x1024.png 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!mqIG!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F4da2b4a0-57a1-4663-a354-b21c8766e696_1536x1024.png 1456w" sizes="100vw" loading="lazy"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg role="img" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><title></title><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><h3>The Consequence: Leaving Jannah</h3><p>The moment they ate the fruit, they realized what they had done. They felt embarrassed and ashamed. <strong>"O our Lord! We have wronged ourselves!"</strong> Adam (A.S) cried. <strong>"Forgive us, O Allah! We regret our mistake."</strong></p><p>Allah, who is always merciful, listened to their repentance. However, there was a consequence. <strong>"You have made a mistake, and now you must leave Jannah. You will live on Earth for a time."</strong> Allah said. <strong>"But I will guide you, and if you follow My guidance, you will return to Jannah."</strong></p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!W9NZ!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ff0540aa2-26ea-49b8-aa2c-e9c54df932e1_1536x1024.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!W9NZ!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ff0540aa2-26ea-49b8-aa2c-e9c54df932e1_1536x1024.png 424w, 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Allah gave Adam (A.S) the knowledge of how to live, plant crops, and build homes. He was also given the responsibility to be a <strong>prophet</strong> to guide people and teach them about Allah&#8217;s oneness, kindness, and the right path.</p><p><strong>"O children of Adam, I have given you guidance, so follow it,"</strong> Adam (A.S) would say, teaching his children about the mercy of Allah.</p><h3>The First Family</h3><p>As time went on, Adam (A.S) and Hawa (A.S) had children, and their children became the first human beings on Earth. Allah gave them the task to spread peace, work hard, and be kind to others.</p><p>They lived a simple, yet fulfilling life, always remembering Allah and following the teachings of Adam (A.S). Allah sent other prophets after Adam (A.S) to continue spreading His message to all people. Each prophet brought guidance for the people, teaching them to follow Allah's path.</p><h3>The Moral of the Story</h3><p>The story of <strong>Hazrat Adam (A.S)</strong> and <strong>Hazrat Hawa (A.S)</strong> teaches us some very important lessons:</p><ol><li><p><strong>Curiosity can sometimes lead to mistakes</strong>. It is important to seek knowledge, but also to follow the guidance of Allah and our parents.</p></li><li><p><strong>We all make mistakes, but Allah is always ready to forgive us</strong> if we are sincere in our repentance. Adam (A.S) and Hawa (A.S) showed us that seeking forgiveness is the right path when we err.</p></li><li><p><strong>Listening to bad advice</strong> can take us away from the right path. We should always remember to stay close to Allah and avoid whispers that lead us away from goodness.</p></li><li><p><strong>Being patient and trusting Allah</strong> is key to finding peace and success in this world and the next.</p></li></ol><p>May Allah guide us to always stay on the right path, just like He guided <strong>Hazrat Adam (A.S)</strong> and <strong>Hazrat Hawa (A.S)</strong>. <strong>Ameen.</strong></p><h2>Watch the Story </h2><div id="youtube2-uPm2BJlhMXE" class="youtube-wrap" data-attrs="{&quot;videoId&quot;:&quot;uPm2BJlhMXE&quot;,&quot;startTime&quot;:null,&quot;endTime&quot;:null}" data-component-name="Youtube2ToDOM"><div class="youtube-inner"><iframe src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/uPm2BJlhMXE?rel=0&amp;autoplay=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;enablejsapi=0" frameborder="0" loading="lazy" gesture="media" allow="autoplay; fullscreen" allowautoplay="true" allowfullscreen="true" width="728" height="409"></iframe></div></div><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.uaalim.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">UAalim by AlQuranclasses is a reader-supported publication. 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These people were <em>very strong and tall</em>, much taller than anyone you see today. They built <strong>huge homes inside the mountains</strong> and carved <strong>beautiful palaces from stone</strong>. The people of Aad were proud. Too proud.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!38cm!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fbaad58e5-7ecc-4b7c-945a-1071efe8de60_1536x1024.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!38cm!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fbaad58e5-7ecc-4b7c-945a-1071efe8de60_1536x1024.png 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!38cm!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fbaad58e5-7ecc-4b7c-945a-1071efe8de60_1536x1024.png 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!38cm!,w_1272,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fbaad58e5-7ecc-4b7c-945a-1071efe8de60_1536x1024.png 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!38cm!,w_1456,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fbaad58e5-7ecc-4b7c-945a-1071efe8de60_1536x1024.png 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!38cm!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fbaad58e5-7ecc-4b7c-945a-1071efe8de60_1536x1024.png" width="1456" height="971" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/baad58e5-7ecc-4b7c-945a-1071efe8de60_1536x1024.png&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:971,&quot;width&quot;:1456,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:null,&quot;bytes&quot;:2164145,&quot;alt&quot;:null,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;href&quot;:null,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:false,&quot;topImage&quot;:true,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:&quot;https://www.uaalim.com/i/167840902?img=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fbaad58e5-7ecc-4b7c-945a-1071efe8de60_1536x1024.png&quot;,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt="" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!38cm!,w_424,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fbaad58e5-7ecc-4b7c-945a-1071efe8de60_1536x1024.png 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!38cm!,w_848,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fbaad58e5-7ecc-4b7c-945a-1071efe8de60_1536x1024.png 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!38cm!,w_1272,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fbaad58e5-7ecc-4b7c-945a-1071efe8de60_1536x1024.png 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!38cm!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fbaad58e5-7ecc-4b7c-945a-1071efe8de60_1536x1024.png 1456w" sizes="100vw" fetchpriority="high"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg role="img" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><title></title><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><p>They had everything&#8212;<strong>wealth, health, and strength</strong>&#8212;but they forgot <strong>who gave it all to them</strong>.</p><blockquote><p>&#8220;<strong>Why should we believe in one God? We&#8217;re strong, we don&#8217;t need anyone!</strong>&#8221; they would say with laughter.</p></blockquote><p>They started worshipping <strong>idols</strong> made of stone and wood, giving them names, decorating them with flowers, and asking them for help.</p><p>But <strong>Allah never leaves people without a reminder.</strong> So, Allah sent them a prophet from among themselves. His name was <strong>Hud (A.S.)</strong>.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!DRzE!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F5432cbe0-9365-4199-bfbb-f8feec1e29b1_1536x1024.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!DRzE!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F5432cbe0-9365-4199-bfbb-f8feec1e29b1_1536x1024.png 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!DRzE!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F5432cbe0-9365-4199-bfbb-f8feec1e29b1_1536x1024.png 848w, 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He stood in the middle of the town square and called out loudly:</p><blockquote><p>&#8220;<strong>O my people! Worship Allah alone! You have no god but Him! Why don&#8217;t you listen?</strong>&#8221;</p></blockquote><p>The people turned to him and laughed.</p><blockquote><p>&#8220;<strong>Hud, are you serious? You want us to stop worshipping our gods because of your words? You think you know better than us?</strong>&#8221;</p></blockquote><p>But Hud (A.S.) didn&#8217;t stop. He went from house to house, <strong>speaking gently</strong>, reminding them of all the blessings Allah had given.</p><blockquote><p>&#8220;<strong>Look at the rain that waters your crops. Look at the strong bodies Allah gave you. Look at the mountains you carved into homes. Do you think idols made these things? It is Allah&#8212;the One true God!</strong>&#8221;</p></blockquote><p>But most of the people of Aad <strong>refused to believe</strong>. They mocked him, rolled their eyes, and shouted:</p><blockquote><p>&#8220;<strong>We&#8217;re strong! We can do whatever we want! Who can stop us?</strong>&#8221;</p></blockquote><p>Only a <strong>small group of people</strong> listened to Hud (A.S.) and believed in Allah.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!2eLi!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fd2960a66-c831-4c05-9345-8fc4e26034bf_1536x1024.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!2eLi!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fd2960a66-c831-4c05-9345-8fc4e26034bf_1536x1024.png 424w, 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The people danced and clapped:</p><blockquote><p>&#8220;<strong>Look! Rain is coming! Our gods have blessed us!</strong>&#8221;</p></blockquote><p>But Hud (A.S.) looked up with sadness and said:</p><blockquote><p>&#8220;<strong>No... This is not rain. This is a punishment from Allah. You still have time. Please believe!</strong>&#8221;</p></blockquote><p>The clouds grew darker, the wind picked up speed, and a <strong>terrifying storm</strong> began to roar. The wind howled so loudly, it sounded like a <strong>wild beast</strong>. Trees were <strong>ripped out of the ground</strong>, houses <strong>crumbled like sandcastles</strong>, and people were <strong>thrown into the air like feathers</strong>.</p><p>This <strong>wasn't an ordinary storm</strong>. It was <strong>a wind sent by Allah</strong>&#8212;<strong>so powerful, so fierce</strong>, it blew for <strong>eight long days and seven nights</strong>.</p><p>Only <strong>Hud (A.S.) and the believers</strong> were safe. 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Episode2:The Lost Rabbit|Saturday]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Unexpected Lesson in Letting Go of a Baby Rabbit-Video Reveal Inside]]></description><link>https://www.uaalim.com/p/tale36-once-upon-a-time-episode2the</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.uaalim.com/p/tale36-once-upon-a-time-episode2the</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[The Golden Sands]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 05 Jul 2025 17:00:44 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!mMVZ!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F2318d64a-7f0d-4778-acd4-dd96d23b7e2c_1536x1024.png" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The sun had just begun to dip into the horizon, casting long shadows across the front lawn. <strong>Zayn and Sara, freshly freed from their schoolbooks and chores, were playing outside</strong>, their laughter echoing into the golden evening air.</p><p>Suddenly, <strong>Sara gasped and grabbed Zayn&#8217;s sleeve</strong>.<br>&#8220;Look!&#8221; she whispered.</p><p>Right beside the small flowerbed near their gate, a tiny baby rabbit was lapping water from a puddle, its little nose twitching with every sip. <strong>Its fur was a soft mix of cream and brown, and it looked no bigger than Sara&#8217;s lunchbox.</strong></p><p>&#8220;Wow,&#8221; Sara said, crouching slowly. &#8220;What a cute rabbit!&#8221;</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!mMVZ!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F2318d64a-7f0d-4778-acd4-dd96d23b7e2c_1536x1024.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" 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