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Alex Kronemer and Michael Wolfe, co-founders of Unity Productions Foundation, join the podcast to reflect on lessons learned from over 20 years at UPF, sharing the stories of Muslims in the media, and tackling Rumi and the refugee crisis onscreen in Lamya's Poem.
CHAPTERS:
0:00 - Introduction
4:48 - Hajj: Bringing the Recipe of Islam Together
9:35 - Working to Create Understanding of Islam and Muslims
14:18 - Framing in the Context of Stories
19:43 - Islam Requires People
21:43 - The Prophetic Legacy of Communication
24:57 - Emergence of UPF
32:30 - Telling the American Muslim Story
41:11 - Adapting to Changing Times
49:07 - Rumi, Refugees and Lamya's Poem
59:24 - Muslims in the Media: The Artist and the Audience -
In part 1 of this double episode, Dr. Denise Spellberg, author of "Thomas Jefferson's Qur'an: Islam and the Founders" discusses how conceptions of Muslims played a crucial role in the religious pluralism in the early republic, anxieties over a Muslim president, and the clash between principles and prejudice that continues today.
In part 2, the ImanWire hosts get together for a round table discussion on Muslims and the 2024 election.
CHAPTERS:
0:00 - Introduction
2:50 - Conceptions of Islam at the Time of the Founders
11:16 - Jefferson's Qur'an
15:55 - John Locke, Jefferson and Religious Freedom
23:51 - A Muslim President?
30:48 - Imaginary Vs Real Muslims
32:22 - Slavery and Racial Hypocrisy
37:06 - Omar bin Said and the Legacy of Islam in the United States
41:19 - Participating in a Flawed Political System
48:40 - A Critique of the Judeo-Christian Construct
52:20 - Retelling Islam in American History
58:30 - Round Table Discussion on Muslims and the 2024 Election
1:05:18 - The Moral Obligation of American Muslims
1:09:50 - Weakening Religiosity and Liberalism
1:13:38 - Returning to the Source of Peace and Community
1:16:26 - Conceptualizing a Spiritual Framework
1:29:27 - Political Differences
1:41:05 - Anchoring in the Divine Reality
1:45:26 - American Muslims Mattering -
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"Those whom your right hands possess", a Qur'anic descriptor for female slaves, can evoke a number of charged emotions and thoughts that can be difficult to reconcile with our modern sensibilities today. What does slave-concubinage mean? How was it understood in the formative years of Islam?
In the final part of our series on slavery, Ustadha Zaynab Ansari, a resident scholar and instructor at Tayseer Seminary, reflects on this challenging topic.
CHAPTERS:
0:00 - Introduction
1:44 - A Review Culture: Framing the Discussion
3:44 - An Overview of Slavery and Islam
6:50 - Those Whom Your Right Hands Possess: An Ethical Framework
23:52 - Insights Into the Qur'anic Pairing of Wives and Slave-Concubines
25:42 - On the Context of Surah Nisaa
33:34 - Was Slave-Concubinage Discouraged?
49:18 - The Issue of Consent
54:56 - The Battle of Hunain and Conduct of Armies
1:04:38 - A Moral Imperative For Consent?
1:12:28 - Legal Applications of Harm Vs Modern Notions of Consent
1:19:14 - On Coercive Relations
1:22:07 - The Prophet and Maria
1:32:35 - Moving Forward as a Community -
In part 3 of our series on slavery, Imam Dawud Walid considers the aftereffects of slavery on our current condition, its historical role in contributing to anti-blackness in the community today, and how it affects our understanding of Qur'anic language and theological concepts such as 'ubudiyyah (being a slave to God).
Imam Dawud Walid is the Executive Director of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-MI) and member of the Imams Council of Michigan. He is the author of several books, including Blackness and Islam, Towards Sacred Activism, and Centering Black Narrative: Black Muslim Nobles Among the Early Pious Muslims.
CHAPTERS:
0:00 - Introduction
5:39 - The Conflation of Slavery and Anti-Blackness
11:50 - Racialization in Language During the Abbasids & The Zanj Rebellion
16:20 - The Fabrication of Anti-Black Narrations
17:50 - Deployment of Racially-Specific Language
21:00 - Blackness and Arabness
21:56 - A Story of Imam Ali ibn Musa al-Rida
24:54 - Effects of Slavery on Fomenting Anti-Blackness
26:44 - Anti-Blackness and Representation
36:26 - Scholars Fighting Anti-Blackness and Race-Based Slavery
46:17 - Revisiting the "Arab Slave Trade"
1:00:13 - Slavery to God and Freedom
1:10:52 - Qur'anic Parables of the Slave and Free
1:16:06 - Egalitarianism Vs. Social Hierarchy in the Qur'an
1:20:31 - Modern-Day Slaves -
Our series on slavery continues as Dr. Bilal Ware joins the podcast to explore the Islamic tradition and the abolition of slavery, debunk the myths of the "Arab-Islamic" slave trade and reflect on how these histories impact our lives today.
Dr. Bilal Ware is a historian of Africa and Islam and is an Associate Professor in the Department of History at UC-Santa Barbara. He is the author of several books including, "The Walking Qur'an: Islamic Education, Embodied Knowledge & History in West Africa", which details the intellectual and spiritual tradition in West Africa and tells the story of African Muslims in the 18th century abolishing slavery and monarchy.
Link to previous episode with Dr. Ware: https://www.almadina.org/studio/podcasts/ep-9-walking-qurans-of-africa-scholarship-liberty-the-abolition-of-slavery-dr-rudolph-ware
CHAPTERS:
0:00 - Introduction
5:54 - Was Slavery Uncontested in Islamic Law?
6:50 - The Single Most Misunderstood Aspect of the Sunnah
12:30 - Freedom: The Fundamental Principle of Humanity
16:00 - West African Scholars and Abolitionism
19:22 - Challenging Every Element of Slavery
27:00 - Orientalist Aims of Normalizing an Islamic Legacy of Slavery
32:22 - An Intellectual Geneology of Abolition in West Africa
37:44 - The Lead-Up to Revolutionary Emanicipation
45:44 - 1776: The End of Monarchy and Slavery in Senegambia
48:22 - Expanding Identity to Free, Not Enslave
50:18 - Scholarship Independent From Political Authority
53:37 - Was Senegambian Abolition A Blip in History?
56:06 - Sokoto and Uthman Dan Fodio
59:33 - Exporting the Revolution: The Spirit of Muslim Slave Revolt
1:01:12 - Savannah, Georgia: "A Believer Cannot Own Another Believer"
1:04:59 - The Link Between West African Abolitionists and Frederick Douglass
1:06:52 - Written Out of History: The Legacy of Abdulqadir Kan
1:07:59 - Prophetic Examples Against Slavery
1:10:48 - The Intellectual Dishonesty of the "Arab-Islamic Slave Trade"
1:30:33 - The Imprint of History on Our Engagement With Islam -
Slavery might be considered a thing of the past, but the position of slavery in Islam continues to be an issue that many Muslims grapple with today. In this special four-part series of the ImanWire podcast, we approach this complex topic from several perspectives, beginning with a discussion with Dr. Jonathan Brown on the moral question of slavery, its place in Islamic law, and the diverse practices of it in Muslim history.
Dr. Jonathan Brown is the Alwaleed bin Talal Chair of Islamic Civilization in the School of Foreign Service at Georgetown University and author of several books, including "Slavery and Islam".
CHAPTERS:
0:00 - Introduction
4:51 - Why Discuss Slavery Now?
14:35 - Challenges in Defining Slavery
18:06 - The Problem of Talking About Slavery in World History
21:59 - Projecting Assumptions On Others
27:53 - The Ubiquity of Slavery in the Pre-Modern World
31:32 - Slavery in 7th Century Arabia
34:40 - Closing the Doors to Enslavement
37:31 - The Emphasis on Emancipation
40:50 - Female Slaves and Legitimacy of Children
44:11 - Ethical Treatment of Slaves
46:53 - The Zeal to Emancipate
47:42 - Slaves of God, Slaves of Men?
49:58 - The Legal Handicap of Slavery
52:35 - Slavery is Harm
56:16 - An Obsession to Free Slaves
1:00:10 - Slavery in Muslim Civilization
1:05:28 - Racialization and Slavery in Muslim History
1:07:59 - Important Distinctions in Slave Populations Between the United States and the Muslim World
1:14:26 - The Slavery Conundrum and the Moral Wrongness of Slavery
1:27:14 - Horrors of Trans-Atlantic American Slavery
1:33:07 - History of Abolitionism
1:41:57 - Abolition in the Muslim World
1:44:08 - Muslim Arguments Against Slavery
1:53:40 - The Abolition of Slavery
1:55:59 - Reconciling Tradition and Abolition -
Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui discusses the importance of freeing oneself from attachments and dedicating the heart to worshiping Allah. This episode delves into the art of cleansing one's soul in pursuit of divine love.
CHAPTERS:
23:28 - Divine Connection: Ultimate Relationship
25:20 - Divine Edicts: Understanding The Command
29:40 - Spiritual Conditions: The Conditional Clause
32:40 - Inner Freedom: Liberated Heart vs Life's Challenges -
Shaykh Hatem El Haj and Imam Dawud Walid join the ImanWire podcast to offer words of encouragement and advice in staying true to Prophetic etiquettes for Muslims engaged in protests and activism for the Palestinian cause.
Link to article discussed in the podcast:
https://muslimmatters.org/2024/05/30/holding-onto-prophetic-etiquettes-when-protesting-encouragement-and-advice-for-muslim-human-rights-advocates/ -
Embark on a profound journey through Ibrahim's ultimate test, a tale of unwavering faith and the epitome of a father's sacrifice. This episode delves into the heart-wrenching story of Prophet Ibrahim (AS) and his son—a narrative that continues to inspire spiritual guidance and reverence towards Allah.
CHAPTERS:
0:00 - Invocation
3:50 - Forbearing Son Tidings
11:00 - Ibrahim Ismael Vision
21:45 - Ibrahim Ultimate Test
25:50 - Shaytan Temptations
29:50 - Sacrifice Act
36:15 - Dua Prophet Ibrahim
40:05 - Ibrahim Divine Ransom
45:38 - Qurbani Significance -
“Whoever imitates a people becomes one of them." This well-known hadith on tashabbuh (imitation), debated by scholars over centuries, continues to play a role in how Muslims see both themselves and others. Dr. Youshaa Patel, author of the book, “The Muslim Difference: Defining the Line between Believers and Unbelievers from Early Islam to the Present”, joins the podcast to explore the many different layers of tashabbuh, weaving through scholarly commentaries, psychology, history, style and culture.
CHAPTERS:
1:18 - What is Tashabbuh?
11:08 - Tashabbuh in Early Islam
14:50 - Parting the Hair
17:12 - Changing the Qibla: A Distinctive Community
18:58 - Projecting Identity in the Public Space
20:59 - The Scale of Style: Small or Stark Differences?
27:55 - Imitation and Hierarchy in the Age of Empire
33:88 - More Than Just Imitating Non-Muslims
36:12 - Reinforcing Hierarchies in Empire
39:57 - Prioritizing Order in Society
41:36 - Ibn Taymiyyah Weighs In
44:08 - Bad Imitators: Festivals and Muslims Blurring Into Non-Muslims
49:32 - Can the Hadith of Imitation Go Both Ways?
50:53 - Tracing Anxieties Over the Ummah Through Tashabbuh
54:22 - Ibn Taymiyyah and Tashabbuh in Non-Muslim Lands
55:46 - Coffee, Controversy & Najm-ud-Din al-Ghazi
1:01:23 - Aligning Fiqh With Beauty
1:04:19 - The Coffeehouse: The Devil's Lair
1:06:09 - Good Imitation and the Path to Piety
1:09:43 - A Transformative Technology of the Self
1:10:33 - Animals as Role Models?
1:11:57 - Wearing European Hats
1:13:00 - The Most Controversial Fatwa in the History of Islam
1:19:46 - Power of Symbols in Shaping Communal Identity
1:22:57 - Tashabbuh Today: How Do Muslims Be Different Now?
1:33:21 - Internal Imitation: The Intellectual Onslaught on the Muslim Psyche
1:41:36 - Muslim Pride: Me Against Them?
1:44:56 - Figuring Out How to Be Muslim
1:47:01 - Elevating Ourselves and the Other -
Dr. Bara Zuhaili shares stories from his time in Gaza, highlighting the humanity, resilience, and heroism of its people.
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Shaykh Hassan Lachheb joins Moutasem Atiya to discuss topics close to their hearts and delve into global events.
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Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui talks about the internal struggles and choices faced by individuals. He emphasizes the importance of aligning one's drives and inclinations with the divine, attaining serenity and freedom from worldly attachments. He draws inspiration from the story of Prophet Ibrahim and highlights the significance of steadfastness and faith in delivering the divine message. This enlightening discourse encourages Muslims to strive for spiritual growth and live a life dedicated to pleasing the Divine.
CHAPTERS:
0:00 - Opening Prayer Invocation
6:37 - Struggle for Freedom: Understanding Nafs
18:50 - Followers of Prophet Ibrahim
21:00 - Spiritual Connection with Allah
23:00 - Attaining Inner Peace: Becoming Salim
40:55 - Prophet Ibrahim's Deliverance
41:05 - Journeying to Allah: Ibrahim's Quest -
In this dialogue, Moutasem Atiya and Firas Zahabi discuss the situation in Palestine and Muslims worldwide and explore a range of topics in arriving to genuine faith in God.
CHAPTERS:
0:00 - Intro
1:48 - Palestine Issue Discussion
5:36 - Proof Importance Analysis
11:56 - Psychology of Oppression Insights
14:35 - Radicalization Process Explained
19:15 - Historical Irony Explored
26:44 - Rabbi Shmuley
27:50 - Humanity
28:44 - Black Slave Rebellion Justification
30:00 - Gaza Cultural Impact
34:44 - Wikipedia Page Controversies
35:30 - Faith Journey Reflections
39:40 - Islamic Golden Age Highlights
43:30 - Born Muslim Concept
48:41 - Ma’rifah Concept Importance
52:08 - Divine Concept Projection Refutation
56:00 - Key Historical Events
59:10 - Historical Facts Overview
1:02:00 - Quran Interpretation Discussion
1:03:00 - Quran and Divine Existence
1:04:30 - Royce Gracie: My Hero
1:08:02 - Journey into MMA
1:13:17 - Secrets to Greatness
1:15:49 - Excellence Importance
1:20:10 - Peace Treaties and Coexistence
1:21:51 - International Law and War Crimes
1:26:32 - Israel Democracy Debate
1:31:04 - Future Predictions
1:35:25 - Conflict Duration Speculation
Video version of this episode is available at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XLwc52V2tuE -
Who is the Islamic Mary? Was she a Prophet? Dr. Younus Mirza reflects on what her Qur'anic story means for us today, and how it connects us to deeper spiritual realities in Ramadan.
CHAPTERS:
0:05 - Introduction
3:04 - The Origin Story [Aal-Imran 3:35-37]
7:52 - The Male Is Not Like the Female
14:47 - Learning From Female Saints
19:15 - The Name of Maryam
20:42 - Unique Features of Surah Maryam
24:17 - The Womb and Ar-Rahmaan
25:24 - Prophet Zakariya, Najashi and Interfaith Dialogue
30:57 - Seclusion and the News of Prophet Isa
33:35 - Labor and Complaining to God
37:25 - Spiritual Tests
39:11 - Divine Reassurance and the Fasting of Maryam
43:16 - Speech and Silence
44:26 - Connecting to the Deeper Realties of Fasting
47:01 - The Gifts of Silence and Ramadan
51:55 - Prophet Isa Speaking From Cradle
54:29 - Was Maryam a Prophet?
1:02:56 - Getting Lost in Qur'anic Commentary
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In continuation of the Purification of the soul series, Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui discusses the importance of seeking knowledge and acting upon it, emphasizing the spiritual benefits of studying the Quran and coming together for religious gatherings.
As we traverse the landscape of spiritual guidance, our guide expounds upon the tranquility that descends upon a gathering engrossed in the recitation and study of Allah's Book. This session illuminates the path to inner peace and the embracing of divine merciful love or rahma, enveloping the heart of the seeker in a celestial bubble of protection. The discussion further highlights the significance of sincere action, revealing how every step taken in the pursuit of beneficial knowledge is a step programmed towards Jannah, Paradise.
Prepare to be inspired by practical advice on purifying the nafs (self) to align one's desires and will with the Divine. The narrative provides insights into the importance of acting upon knowledge, emphasizing that one's deeds are the true measure of spiritual progress, rather than mere lineage or status.
CHAPTERS:
0:00 - Seeking Knowledge Importance
3:17 - Divine Sakina Concept
16:40 - Angels & Knowledge Seekers
21:34 - Knowledge-Action Relationship
24:45 - Motivations Behind Actions
37:34 - Achieving Spiritual Solace
39:44 - Allah's Gentleness & Kindness
41:14 - Year's First Module Insight
42:05 - Al-Salik Essence Explained
42:40 - Decision-Making Wisdom
44:00 - Divine Communication Continuity
45:03 - Class Responsibility Emphasis
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What is the Shama'il and how does it cultivate love for the Prophet? Shaykh Hassan Lachheb joins the podcast to discuss how the Shama'il is essential to building community and how we can learn from the fasting of the Prophet as we approach Ramadan.
0:47 - Building a Prophetic Community
5:38 - Balancing Service and Worship
8:00 - "Don't Make Me Lose My Prophet!"
14:05 - What is the Shama'il?
24:30 - Reviving the Shama'il as a Spiritual Exercise
30:52 - The Spiritual Chain of Transmission
33:58 - Connecting to the Prophet on a Deeper Level
41:53 - The Messenger is the Message
44:55 - Why Emphasize the Physical Qualities of the Messenger?
54:40 - The Habits of the Greats Are the Greatest Habits
56:03 - Are We Uncomfortable With Reverence?
1:00:10 - We Need the Love of the Prophet
1:06:29 - The Fasting of the Prophet
1:17:10 - Jihad and Liberation Theology of the Prophet
1:24:19 - Gaza is a Mirror
1:26:49 - A Gift of Salawat
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In this series, Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui teaches us the importance of spiritual development and shares the tools needed for continued growth.
In the first episode, Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui guides us through the profound Hadith and the virtues of companionship—Suhba. Learn how to cultivate reverence towards Allah and embrace the subtle, often overlooked, blessings that shape our lives. This episode serves as a communal supplication, beckoning us to reflect, learn, and grow together in faith and understanding.
CHAPTERS:
0:00 - Cultivating Gratitude
9:35 - Embracing Truthfulness
21:53 - Seeking Good Company
26:35 - Quranic Insights on Companionship
32:50 - Hadith Teachings on Good Company
38:10 - Choosing Righteous Companions
42:10 - Avoiding Capricious Desires
49:20 - Understanding Divine Knowledge
53:40 - Recognizing Allah & Life's Purpose
55:48 - Distinguishing Beneficial Knowledge
57:50 - Exploring Ibadah's Significance
58:35 - Concluding with Dua -
Join Ustadh Moutasem Atiya and Shaykh Yasir Fahmy, two close friends, in their weekly series, where they openly discuss topics close to their hearts and delve into global events.
In this captivating episode, Ustadh Moutasem Atiya and Shaykh Yasir Fahmy navigate through a myriad of emotive and spiritually charged topics, offering insights that bridge the realms of Islamic teachings and contemporary challenges. From the heartwarming tales of unity and companionship in Madina to the stark realities of loneliness among men and the harrowing conditions in Gaza, this episode serves as a beacon of hope, guiding us towards spiritual resilience and communal harmony.
0:10 - Goat Story: Lessons & Insights
11:42 - Character of Prophet Muhammad (saw)
12:38 - Journey to Al-Madina: MJ Mahfood's Experience
18:44 - Prophet Muhammad: Unity & Leadership
24:25 - Quran Reading: Significance & Benefits
27:46 - Rise of Satanism: A Modern Concern | Hazbin Hotel
40:06 - Navigating Society: Challenges & Solutions
42:30 - Righteous Companionship: Its Importance
45:00 - Friendships: Decline & Impact
52:26 - Social Welcoming: Issues & Observations
54:40 - Theoretical vs Practical Knowledge
55:47 - Generosity: Benefits & Beliefs
1:00:10 - Gaza Reality: Current Situation
1:02:02 - Famine Warning: Gaza & World Food Program
1:03:26 - Taking Action: Support for Gaza
1:07:20 - Prophet Muhammad in Mecca: Early Life
1:08:15 - Treaty of Hudaibiya: Boycott & Consequences
1:10:10 - Closing Thoughts: Reflections & Insights
Video version of this episode is available at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P_qLQVyegT8&t=2s -
There will always be challenges in our lives, but hardships are never meant to break us. Ustadha Muslema Purmul, co-founder and Religious Director of the Majlis, joins the ImanWire podcast to discuss the process of readying ourselves by refining our spiritual states and avoiding the "D's" of the devil and our lower self.
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