Tahajjud: Fuel for the Self and Society

The way we imagine God affects how we relate to Him, ourselves, and to the world. Having a healthy and balanced perception of God, based on scripture and prophetic guidance, is essential for thriving. This paper introduces the topic of “God image” and attachment. What is your spi ...  Show more

The Prophet said, “No good deeds are better than those done in these first ten days of Dhul Hijjah.”As these days pass, don’t let their quietness fool you. Within them lies the chance to come closer to Allah in ways both seen and unseen. Whether through a whispered duʿa, a privat ...  Show more

Tahajjud, or qiyaam ul-layl, is the voluntary night prayer that was recommended by the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). It is a simple act of worship that can have profound benefits. In this episode, host Mohamad Zaoud talks to Dr. Tamara Gray, author of the Yaqeen Institute ...  Show more

How can we pray Tahajjud despite our exhaustion? In this episode, Dr. Tamara gives us a new perspective on sleep, as well as some practical tips on developing the keystone habit that can change our lives. 

When is the best time to pray Tahajjud? How many rak’at, or units of prayer, should you perform, and what do they look like? What did the Prophet ﷺ do? 
In this episode, Dr. Tamara goes through some practical tips to help us perfect our Tahajjud prayer. 

Imam Ash-Shafi’i said, in regard to du’a in Tahajjud, “The arrow that is shot at night doesn’t miss its mark.” Sincere du’a and communication with Allah is an antidote to the difficulties we face as individuals and communities. In this episode, Dr. Tamara encourages us to help ...