Heeding Admonition Part 1 of 3 Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 13th January 2023 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester Video: https://youtu.be/-ZbJEEwB4Jk This talk emphasizes the importance of personal responsibility, sincere intentions, and humility when engaging with religious teachings. While individuals receive religious knowledge through various means - such as the Quran, Hadith, and lectures - it is crucial to reflect upon how much this knowledge actually transforms a person for the better. The talk highlights several barriers to understanding and absorption of religious teachings, illustrating through historical examples of the Quraysh's response to the Quran and Rasulullah's ﷺ community gatherings, where despite being in the presence of the Prophet ﷺ, many did not truly listen or accept the message due to their hardened hearts and preconceived notions. To genuinely benefit from religious admonition, individuals must cultivate specific qualities and fulfill certain conditions such as having robust faith, sincere intention, and respectful listening practices. Active participation and humility in seeking knowledge are essential, as distractions and arrogance can hinder one's ability to absorb divine teachings. The talk encourages attendees to be respectful of both the material and the teaching environment, asserting that genuine engagement and humility will lead to meaningful spiritual growth and understanding. Below are some of the topics in this talk: - Prerequisites for transformation - The Prophet ﷺ only being a warner - The Prophet's ﷺ love for his ummah - First condition - Iman (Belief) - Second condition - Ikhlas (Sincerity) - Third condition - Listen attentively - Fourth condition - Respect - Taking notes during lectures ********************************************************************** Website: www.akacademy.org YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/alkawtharacademy Facebook: www.facebook.com/alkawtharacademy X: https://x.com/alkawthar Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/alkawtharacademy **********************************************************************