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Episode 40: Thoughts on Islam and the Workplace, pt. 2
A follow up from my previous discussion 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
“No soul bears the sins of another.” 35:18
“To you is your faith, and to me is mine” 109:6
“no compulsion in religion.’ 2:256
Hadith Mentioned
“The smell of a fasting person’s mouth is more beloved to God than the smell of musk”, Bukhari & Muslim
“Traveling is a form of torture”, Bukhari
“all of you are shepherds and responsible for your flock.” Bukhari & Muslim
“begin with yourself, then those nearest you.” Muslim
“Whoever does not concern themselves with the affairs of the Muslims is not from them” Muslim
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