When the Stars Prostrated: Reflections on Surah Yusuf
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Miêu tả
This Learning Plan, based on the book When the Stars Prostrated: Meditations on Surat Yusuf, will take you through the captivating story of Prophet Yusuf. We invite you to explore the timeless wisdom of his trials and triumphs, offering insights that resonate with your own struggles and aspirations.
Topics Covered:
The story of Prophet Yusuf and the family of Yaqub
Trials, temptation, and moral integrity
Patience through slavery and imprisonment
Yusuf’s rise to power and the return of his brothers
Hope through hardship and the unfolding of Allah’s plan
Lessons from the conclusion of Surah Yusuf
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Motivation to keep going
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Reflection and self-awareness
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Clear, accessible presentation
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Mercy, repentance, and a way back
Learners describe moving from guilt or despair toward sincere repentance, hope in Allah’s mercy, and confidence that returning to Him is always possible.
★ 5 · “The excellence in this Learning Plan will benefit me in countless ways. I always enjoyed the story of Yusuf and now I have a deeper understanding and appreciation for the wisdom in the many lessons that were highlighted here. Great job, thank you.”
★ 5 · “Beautifully written, definetly good inspiration for one to practice beautiful patience and place one's full trust in Allah. May Allah make us of the righteous ameen.”
★ 5 · “I absolutely love it. The method of writing was beautiful. Its inspiring and easy to learn. Please carry on Your'e inspiring the young gens so much. May Allah grant you success.”
Về tác giả
- Mohammad Elshinawy holds a Bachelors in Islamic Studies from Mishkah University, and another Bachelors in English Literature from Brooklyn College (NYC). In addition to Yaqeen, he serves as the religious director at the IECPA (Allentown, Pennsylvania), and an instructor at Al-Maghrib Institute, MishkahU, and Legacy IOHS. He has translated dozens of books and research papers into English, has authored “The Final Prophet: Proof for the Prophethood of Muhammad,” and co-authored “When the Stars Prostrated: Meditations on Surat Yusuf” and “The Prophet of Mercy.”
- Rania Abuisnaineh is a published writer from the University of Minnesota’s School of Journalism and Mass Communication and a graduate of Bethel University’s master's program in high school English education. She spent over six years drafting curriculum and piloting new courses at the elementary and high school levels, teaching subjects like English, Islamic Studies, Quran, Tajweed, Arabic, and elementary homeroom. Rania is currently a Lesson Plan Developer at Yaqeen Institute and is pursuing a bachelor's in ʿUlum ul-Quran at Al-Madinah International University in Malaysia. She lives in Minneapolis with her husband and son.