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Calling all Muslim Educators!

What does the modern Islamic studies classroom look like? Over the years, educational models have changed in step with society, adapting to the circumstances and needs of each era. However, as the world has changed over...

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Introducing New Yaqeen Series: The Firsts | The Forerunners of Islam

There are forerunners in every age and circumstance. They rise to the occasion, and inspire a generation. They are the firsts that are chosen to lead the way for humanity. In this series, we will go through not only the...

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Omar Suleiman: An Anti-Semitic Terror Attack Happened, Even If It Didn’t

This article was originally published in D Magazine on November 6th, 2019. On Monday night, I looked at my phone and noticed a breaking news update. Another white supremacist attempted a terrorist attack on a place...

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Tickets for Annual Banquet Now Available!

Each year, Yaqeen Institute hosts a banquet to celebrate our accomplishments, share our goals for the future, thank our supporters, and inspire our community. Join us on Saturday, December 7th, 2019 for a gathering...

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An American Muslim imam’s letter to the American Sikh community

The article was originally published on Religious News Service. When Hurricane Katrina struck my hometown of New Orleans in 2005, I was tasked with leading a major Muslim relief effort. While Katrina brought many sights...

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Questions About My Political Activism

This article was originally published on Muslim Matters. Bismillah Al Rahman Al Raheem, I thank Allah for the blessing of in person interactions. The simple joy of meeting your brother and sister in the Masjid with a...

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Rediscover Dhul-Hijjah with Yaqeen

Dhul-Hijjah (the Month of Hajj and 12th month of the Islamic lunar year) is the overlooked gem of the Islamic calendar. Its blessings are little known relative to Ramadan, but in many ways it’s even more full of...

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