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The Firsts
Yaqeen Institute
Frequency: 1 episode/12d. Total Eps: 177

The Firsts: The Forerunners of Islam is the series that visits trailblazers of the ummah. Those that rise to the occasion, and inspire a generation. Host Sh. Dr. Omar Suleiman dives into the stories of the giants who were the first of their kind in this world, and distinguished in the next. Listen in to revive the personalities buried in history.Let’s meet the Firsts. This series is brought to you by Yaqeen Institute for Islamic Research. We aim to make academic and Islamically-credible scholarship mainstream through accessible resources such as infographics, animations, podcasts, learning materials, and more. Visit www.yaqeeninstitute.org or download the Yaqeen app from the app store to continue dismantling doubts, nurturing conviction, and inspiring contribution, one truth at a time.
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Fatima bint Qays (ra): She Preserved Hadiths About Dajjal and Divorce
mardi 25 novembre 2025 • Duration 16:53
A woman of elite status, beauty, and intellect. The home of Fatima bint Qays (ra) became the setting for one of the most pivotal moments in Islamic history. It was in her house that six companions of the Prophet ﷺ gathered to decide who would become the third khalifah after Umar (ra) was assassinated. Discover the story of Fatima bint Qays (ra), her narrations about Dajjal, her marriage to Usama ibn Zayd (ra), and a life that is a testament to what it means to be well-respected by the most respected in the ummah.
Usama ibn Zayd (ra): The Prophet ﷺ’s Chosen Grandson
lundi 27 octobre 2025 • Duration 01:22:14
At birth, his name was Usama ibn Zayd ibn Muhammad – but he wasn’t the Prophet ﷺ’s biological grandson. He (ra) was born into the house of the Prophet ﷺ, who showered him with love from the day of his birth. This deep love helped shape Usama (ra) into a man of outstanding character. He would go on to lead several important military expeditions before his death in Madinah.
Abdullah ibn Ja’far (ra): Son of the Man With Two Wings
mercredi 23 juillet 2025 • Duration 12:19
Born a refugee, embraced by the Prophet ﷺ, and connected to nearly every major trial in early Islamic history, Abdullah ibn Ja'far (ra) lived a life marked by displacement, loss, and legacy. From the shores of Abyssinia to the tragedy of Karbala and his final days during Hajj, this is a story of resilience and divine favor.
Amir Ibn Fuhayra (ra): The Guide on the Hijrah
Episode 67
mercredi 15 décembre 2021 • Duration 16:53
Amir Ibn Fuhayra (ra) was the one man who was with the Prophet ﷺ and Abu Bakr (ra) throughout the Hijrah, and was lifted to the heavens while the enemy looked on.
Anisa, Al-Numan, and Amir (ra): On A Boat From Abysinnia
Episode 66
mercredi 8 décembre 2021 • Duration 11:40
Anisa, Al-Numan, and Amir are early companions (ra) who joined the Prophet ﷺ by boat from Abysinnia years later after the Hijra.
Rayta Bint Al-Harith (ra): Poisoned on the Way
Episode 65
mercredi 1 décembre 2021 • Duration 10:47
Rayta Bint Al-Harith is a woman we know very little about. She is one who embodies the struggle of those who died on their way to the promised land of Madinah.
Khalid Ibn Sa’id Ibn al-'As (ra): A Dream of the Prophet
Episode 64
mercredi 24 novembre 2021 • Duration 16:25
Within hours of Abu Bakr (ra), he embraces Islam after seeing a dream of his father and the Prophet ﷺ that made guidance clear to him.
Subay'a Al-Aslamiyya (ra): The Iddah of a Widow
Episode 63
mercredi 17 novembre 2021 • Duration 15:38
Subay'a Al-Aslamiyya (ra) was an early convert who, through her example, taught the Ummah about the 'iddah of a widow.
Nuaym Ibn Abdullah (ra): Redirecting History
Episode 62
mercredi 10 novembre 2021 • Duration 11:48
The one who stopped Omar (ra) on his way to the house of his sister, also was heard in Paradise by the Prophet ﷺ.
Ukasha ibn al-Mihsan (ra): He Beat You To It
Episode 61
mercredi 3 novembre 2021 • Duration 14:12
Ukasha (ra) is synonymous with the idea of being ahead of the bunch. Learn about how he reached this position over time with an attitude of excellence.


