Message of Islam Jamaica – a weekly podcast exploring Islamic teachings and how they guide us to serve God Almighty and humanity. Join us as we discuss social issues in Jamaica and the solutions Islam offers, deepening our understanding of faith and life.
Episodes
Thursday Jan 18, 2024
Thursday Jan 18, 2024
If Islam is a religion of peace, then why do people associate it with violence and hatred? In this episode we discuss the teachings of the Holy Quran and try to understand whether Islam promotes peace or violence.
(Presenter: Imam Tariq Azeem)
Thursday Jan 11, 2024
Thursday Jan 11, 2024
Allah the Almighty states: "if you are grateful, I will surely bestow more favours on you". With countless blessings in our life, to whom do we owe our gratitude? In this episode we look at the topic of gratefulness and why it is necessary.
(Presenter: Imam Ahmad Ibrahim Forson)
Thursday Jan 04, 2024
Thursday Jan 04, 2024
In this "Learn Islam" session we learn about Islamic teachings regarding New Year Celebrations. Do Muslims celebrate a new year; if so, how? How should we make our new year resolutions? Should Muslims celebrate birthdays? These are some of the questions discussed in this episode.
(Presenter: Imam Tariq Azeem)
Wednesday Oct 06, 2021
Wednesday Oct 06, 2021
Many accuse the religion of Islam of violence and extremism. In our episode this week, we discuss the sanctity of human life, as explained in Islamic scriptures. Issues related to punishment for a murder and capital punishment are also discussed.
Presenters: Imam Ahmad Ibrahim Forson & Imam Tariq Azeem
Friday Sep 24, 2021
Friday Sep 24, 2021
In Islam it is obligatory for every Muslim to serve humanity. Hence, Ahmadi Muslims follow this instruction of God Almighty as best as possible and try to alleviate suffering. In this episode we discuss from the Holy Quran, Hadith and other sources to explain the importance of serving humanity.
Presenters: Imam Ahmad Ibrahim Forson & Imam Tariq Azeem
Monday Aug 09, 2021
Monday Aug 09, 2021
Day of Sabbath is quite significant Judaism and some Christian denominations. In this episode we discuss the Islamic perspective of Sabbath - and why Muslims observe Friday as their main day of worship.
Presenters: Imam Ahmad Ibrahim Forson & Imam Tariq Azeem
Monday Aug 02, 2021
Monday Aug 02, 2021
What happens after we die? Where does the soul travel to? What is "Barzakh"? In this episode we deal with many questions related to Life after death.
Presenters: Imam Ahmad Ibrahim Forson & Imam Tariq Azeem
Monday Jul 19, 2021
Monday Jul 19, 2021
In the Holy Quran, as well as the Bible, we learn that Prophet Abraham was ready to slaughter his son. There are different interpretations which regarding which son was to be sacrificed - Ishmael or Isaac. This week we present Islamic perspective of this sacrifice, using references from both Holy Quran and the Bible.
Presenters: Imam Ahmad Ibrahim Forson & Imam Tariq Azeem
Saturday Jul 17, 2021
Saturday Jul 17, 2021
As we continue to discuss the story of creation, this week we look at Prophet Adam and his wife Eve. Many religious groups consider them to be first humans, and others who believe people existed before them. In this episode we learn the Islamic perspective.
Presenters: Imam Ahmad Ibrahim Forson & Imam Tariq Azeem
Thursday Jul 08, 2021
Thursday Jul 08, 2021
In this episode we discuss the story of creation as mentioned in the Holy Quran and the Bible. Both scriptures have some similarities but some major differences as well, when it come to the story of creation. This week we discuss the significance of "six" days or periods.
Presenters: Imam Ahmad Ibrahim Forson & Imam Tariq Azeem