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Episode 38: Thoughts on Islam and the Work Place
This podcast is by request from a listener and focuses on issues related to practicing Islam in the workplace. We spend an enormous time of our lives working and the transition from student to worker/employee can offer many challenges. This episode discuss some simple top-tier issues, and I hope to get deeper in a follow up episode or two. Enjoy!
Episode Notes
Quran Mentioned
“And from His signs is the creation of the heavens and earths and the differences in your tongues and race. Indeed these are signs for all humankind.” (30:22)
Hadith Mentioned
Hadith of the Prophet (God bless him and give him peace) combining prayers in Madina for no reason: Sahih Muslim
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