Page by Page - Shaykh Ahsan Hanif

In this Page By Page lesson of Sūrah Yūsuf (36–42), Shaykh Dr. Aḥsan Ḥanīf reflects on the dreams of two fellow prisoners who turn to Yūsuf عليه السلام for interpretation. Before revealing the meanings, Yūsuf seizes the moment to call them to the Oneness of Allāh using clarity, wisdom, and conviction even in the depths of prison. He highlights the emptiness of idol worship and affirms the legacy...

In this lesson covering Sūrah Yūsuf (30–35), Shaykh Dr. Aḥsan Ḥanīf explores how Yūsuf عليه السلام becomes the talk of the city after resisting the seduction of the wife of al-ʿAzīz. As the story unfolds, her attempt to prove herself to other women backfires when they, too, are overwhelmed by Yūsuf’s beauty and character. Despite his innocence, Yūsuf chooses prison over sin, teaching a powerful...

In this lesson covering Sūrah Yūsuf (verses 22–29), Shaykh Dr. Aḥsan Ḥanīf explores the remarkable integrity and steadfastness of Prophet Yūsuf (AS) during one of his greatest personal trials. As he reaches maturity, Allāh grants him knowledge and wisdom — a divine gift that becomes evident when he resists the seduction of the wife of al-ʿAzīz. This powerful episode reveals the strength of īmān,...

In this lesson covering Sūrah Yūsuf, verses 11–21, Shaykh Dr Aḥsan Ḥanīf explores how the plot of Yūsuf’s brothers unfolded as they convinced their father to send him with them. Despite Yaʿqūb’s concerns, they placed him in a well, returning with a fabricated story. The verses go on to recount how a passing caravan found Yūsuf and sold him in Egypt for a small price. He was eventually taken in by...

In this lesson of Sūrah Yūsuf verses 1 to 10, Shaykh Dr. Aḥsan Ḥanīf begins the story described as the best of stories — the life of Prophet Yūsuf ʿalayhi al-salām. The lesson explores the beauty of the Qur’ān’s eloquence and the divine wisdom behind revealing the story in Arabic for understanding and reflection. We learn about Yūsuf’s profound dream and his father Yaʿqūb’s advice to keep it...

In this lesson on Sūrah Hūd, verses 117–123, Shaykh Dr. Aḥsan Ḥanīf reflects on how Allah's justice never allows for the destruction of a community while its people are still striving for reform. The verses affirm that human differences are part of divine wisdom and only those whom Allah shows mercy to will be rightly guided. These final verses of the Sūrah also highlight the role of prophetic...

In this lesson of Sūrah Hūd verses 109–116, Shaykh Dr. Aḥsan Ḥanīf explores the warnings and guidance offered to the Prophet ﷺ and his followers in the face of persistent disbelief. The verses reaffirm that those who worship others besides Allāh are only following blind tradition and will receive their due share of recompense. Just as previous scriptures like the Torah were disputed, the Qur’ān...

In this lesson of Sūrah Hūd (96–108), Shaykh Dr. Aḥsan Ḥanīf explores the downfall of Pharaoh and his followers who arrogantly rejected the message of Mūsá (Moses, peace be upon him). Their rebellion led them to ruin in this world and a cursed destiny in the Hereafter. The verses go on to describe the consequences faced by other destroyed nations, highlighting how Allah's punishment befalls those...

In this lesson of Sūrah Hūd verses 88–95, Shaykh Dr. Aḥsan Ḥanīf explains the final warnings of Prophet Shuʿayb (ʿalayhi as-salām) to his people. He pleads with them to consider his sincerity, his desire for reform, and his dependence on Allah alone. He warns them not to follow the path of previous destroyed nations like those of Nūḥ, Hūd, Ṣāliḥ, and Lūṭ. Despite his compassion and warnings, they...

In this lesson on Sūrah Hūd (verses 84–87), Shaykh Dr. Aḥsan Ḥanīf explores the message of Prophet Shuʿayb (ʿalayhi as-salām) to the people of Madyan. He called them to the worship of Allāh alone and condemned their corruption, particularly their dishonesty in business dealings and economic injustice. Despite their material prosperity, they were warned of a punishment if they continued spreading...