🎙️ Talking With Teachers Podcast: Featuring Dr. Khalid Blankinship - Renowned Islamic Historian In this enlightening episode of the 'Talking With Teachers' Podcast, we are honored to welcome Dr. Khalid Blankinship, one of the world's leading Islamic historians. Join us as Dr. Blankinship shares his journey to embracing Islam and delves into captivating aspects of Islamic history and thought, including: 🔹 Reflections on diverse accounts of Islamic history 🔹 Controversial figures like Abdullah ibn Saba 🔹 Was Imam Hasan (ra) really poisoned by Mu'awiyah (ra)? 🔹 Historical accuracy of the Seerah of the Prophet Muhammad (saws) 🔹 Orientalist critiques on the authenticity of Islamic history 🔹 The significance of Abbasid Caliph al-Nāṣir li-Dīn Allāh to the Caliphate concept 🔹 And much more! Don't miss this deep dive into Islamic history and thought! 👍 Please listen, like, share, and subscribe to our channel for more engaging discussions with English-speaking Muslim scholars and teachers. 🔔 Subscribe now and hit the bell icon to stay updated with our latest episodes! #IslamicHistory #DrKhalidBlankinship #TalkingWithTeachers #Islam #MuslimScholars #podcast Please be sure to get one of Dr. Khalid Blankinship's most important works:- Murshid al-Qari' A Reader's Guide to Classical English Muslim Religious Literature in English This book is a guide to English translations of the Qur'an and Tafsir literature. An invaluable book for English-readers of Quranic translations. Find out more about this work at: https://lamppostedu.org/murshid-al-qari

In this episode of 'Talking With Teachers,' we are honored to feature Shaykh Anwar Muhaimin of the Quba Institute. As the director of the Quba Institute, Shaykh Anwar Muhaimin has an inspiring journey, becoming the first American-born Haafiz of Qur’an at just 15 years old in Saudi Arabia. He later graduated from the University of Medina’s Faculty of Language. Join us as Shaykh Anwar Muhaimin shares his profound insights, discussing the significant influence of his father, Shaykh Nafea Muhaimin. He also reflects on his early experiences at the University of Medina, the challenges he faced opposing the 'salafi dawah' upon his return to Philadelphia, and his impactful work at the Quba Institute. Don't miss this enlightening interview with Shaykh Anwar Muhaimin. Like, share, and subscribe for more inspiring conversations with prominent scholars on the 'Talking With Teachers' Podcast

In the episode of Talking With Teachers, Dr. Aminah McCloud shares her unique experiences, travels, and insights on her journey to Islam. Please support this podcast and the Lamppost Education Initiative. Visit our website at https://lamppostedu.org/