Mindful Meeting
The Holy Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him & his family) said, “The best of you are those who are best to their family, and I am the best amongst you to my family.” Imam Ja’far al-Sadiq (peace be upon him) said, “May Allah have mercy on those who revive our affairs.” These powerful words shape the foundation of Mindful Meeting—a space where we strive to revive, reform, and strengthen ourselves and our families through meaningful conversations and personal growth.
I’m King Abu, your host. Originally from East Africa and now living in the States, I’m a full-time provider, student, and most importantly, a father to two energetic boys. Life keeps me busy, and let’s be real—Somali tea keeps me going.
But beyond the daily hustle, my journey led me to a painful realization: our communities are struggling with broken families, and no one wants to talk about it. After my divorce, I saw firsthand how unprepared many of us are for marriage and the responsibilities that come with it. Divorce rates in the Muslim Ummah are rising, and if we want to change that, we need to start at the root—by preparing ourselves and our youth for healthy, lasting relationships.
That’s why Mindful Meeting isn’t just about marriage. It’s about holistic growth—spiritually, financially, mentally, emotionally, and physically—because building strong families starts with becoming strong individuals. Every week, I sit down with experts and real people to uncover wisdom, share stories, and learn how to navigate life’s challenges with faith and intention.
This is more than a podcast. It’s a movement—one that calls us to revive the affairs of Ahlul Bayt, strengthen our homes and families, and become the best versions of ourselves. So, grab a cup of my Somali tea, as that’s my specialty, and let’s embark together on this journey.
Lastly, I am known for my Somali tea; it is my specialty!
Mindful Meeting
S2E13 - Al-Quds Day
Welcome to a special edition of Mindful Meeting! In this episode, we delve deep into the Day of Quds and its significance for the Muslim community worldwide. We are joined by Sheikh Mansour Leghaei, a Muslim scholar and founder of the Imam Husain Islamic Center in Earlwood, Australia, as we explore the pressing issue of the Palestinian cause and the engagement of religious Shia youth in activism. From the lack of statistics on youth involvement in social justice to the spiritual rewards of standing against oppression, the conversation touches on the duty of Muslims to fight for social justice and speak against oppression, the power of protesting in supporting oppressed people, and the obligations and consequences of speaking out or staying silent about critical issues. Join us as we unravel the complexities of the Palestinian conflict and the ethical responsibilities that come with it.
Timestamps:
[00:00] Introduction
[01:28] Discussing lack of statistics on youth involvement in social justice
[04:15] Importance of upbringing, education, and community leaders in engaging youth in social justice
[07:52] Obligation for Muslims to fight for social justice and speak against oppression
[11:10] Duty of Muslims in the West to be ambassadors and messengers of oppressed people
[13:45] The Quran's stance on those who remain silent about oppression
[15:30] Spiritual and mystical rewards of standing against oppression
[18:02] Obligation for Muslims to support and fight for the oppressed
[21:00] Importance of not being indifferent to injustice
[23:45] Global attention and support for Palestine
[26:10] Objectives of observing Yom al-Quds
[28:55] Life as a test and calling for support to the Palestinians
[31:20] Importance of responding within one's ability
[33:40] Silver lining in the bravery and resistance of the Palestinians
[36:15] The significance of the Day of Quds
[40:00] Power of protesting in supporting oppressed people
[42:18] Political and military support for Palestine from certain countries
[45:30] Engagement of religious Shia youth in activism
[48:00] Different methods to oppose oppression
[50:15] Importance of not being indifferent to injustice
[53:10] Impact of public demonstrations on political stance
[55:45] Obligations and consequences of speaking out or staying silent about issues
[58:20] Distinction between Zionism and Judaism
[01:00:05] Importance of not being indifferent, especially in the current pivotal time in history
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Quotes:
"Justice in Islam, similar to Christianity and many, perhaps all other, divine religions is a fundamental principle."
— Sheikh Mansour Leghaei 00:11:41- 00:12:58
"I remember one of the Palestinian youth, he was saying that he will not forgive those who remain silent and are not delivering their message to the world."
— Sheikh Mansour Leghaei 00:43:57 - 00:44:03
"We appreciate now the humanity appreciates the four sides of this greatest scholar that more than 40 years ago, he was talking about the atrocities and the injustice that was occurred in that part of the world and what was talking about the occupied regime of Palestine or in Israel."
