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Islam and Liberty Podcast

A podcast promoting that Islam and Liberty not only can coexist, but it has always been that way.

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Is There an Islamic Social Contract? Rethinking Freedom and Governance

"Between Texts and Freedom: Where Islamic Thought Meets the Modern Idea of Liberty" is a podcast series that seeks to re-engage contemporary audiences with Islamic philosophy and to reposition its rich intellectual tradition in addressing today’s concerns. It aims to explore the concept of freedom in Islamic thought in comparison with modern political understandings of liberty. This month’s…

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Ijtihad as a Space for Freedom and Reason in Islamic Thought Part 2

"Between Texts and Freedom: Where Islamic Thought Meets the Modern Idea of Liberty" is a podcast series that seeks to re-engage contemporary audiences with Islamic philosophy and to reposition its rich intellectual tradition in addressing today’s concerns. It aims to explore the concept of freedom in Islamic thought in comparison with modern political understandings of liberty. This month’s…

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Ijtihad as a Space for Freedom and Reason in Islamic Thought Part 1

"Between Texts and Freedom: Where Islamic Thought Meets the Modern Idea of Liberty" is a podcast series that seeks to re-engage contemporary audiences with Islamic philosophy and to reposition its rich intellectual tradition in addressing today’s concerns. It aims to explore the concept of freedom in Islamic thought in comparison with modern political understandings of liberty. The June episode…

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Who Owns the Self? Islam, Obedience, and Liberty

"Between Texts and Freedom: Where Islamic Thought Meets the Modern Idea of Liberty" is a podcast series that seeks to re-engage contemporary audiences with Islamic philosophy and to reposition its rich intellectual tradition in addressing today’s concerns. It aims to explore the concept of freedom in Islamic thought in comparison with modern political understandings of liberty. The April episode…

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Introducing Edraak Podcast: Rethinking the Muslim World

Welcome to the first episode of the Edraak Podcast! In this episode, Dr. Ali Salman and Noor Netusha Nusaybah introduce the Edraak series and the thinking behind its expansion into Edraak Weekly and Edraak Monthly. The conversation unpacks Edraak’s core vision: developing a deeper and more nuanced understanding of the Muslim world by moving beyond conflict-centric and security-focused narratives.…

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Edraak Webinar Series #11- Intellectual Independence: Arabic Language Education in the Madrasas of Sous

How do students in Moroccan Madrasas achieve Arabic fluency in just a few years, without the use of modern tools? Dr. Mohamed Bufaris, Associate Professor and Imam at Zaytuna College, explains the powerful teaching methods employed in traditional Madrasas, such as Madrasa Igleh. In this rich conversation moderated by Badr Tachouche, discover how holistic learning, close teacher-student bonds, and…

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Edraak Webinar Series #10 - Sufi Waqf in Algeria: Between Civic Promise and Legal Restraint

Dr. Mustafa Radji, a senior professor from the University of Mustaganum in Algeria, delivered a webinar presentation on the role of Sufi endowments in Algerian civil society, discussing their historical significance and potential for addressing contemporary challenges. The presentation explored how waqf (Islamic endowments) systems can support social welfare, particularly for women and refugees,…

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Edraak Webinar Series #9 - Between Society and Self - Conversion to Islam as an Act of Personal Liberty

Is religious conversion an ultimate expression of free choice? How does embracing Islam in secular society reshape one's sense of identity and freedom? Join us as Dr. Václava Tlili explores the complex journey of Czech converts to Islam, framing religious conversion not as a single moment but as a gradual process shaped by personal experience and existential searching. Discover how individuals…

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Edraak Webinar Series #8 - Searching for Common Grounds

In a world fractured by conflict and religious division, how do we find common ground for dialogue and understanding? Dr. Mohsin Naqvi invites us to rediscover the shared ethical, spiritual, and philosophical foundations of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Drawing from scriptural, historical, and theological perspectives, learn how these traditions unite on fundamental principles like monotheism,…

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Edraak Webinar Series #7 - Shariah & Religious Freedom: The Conflict and Choice in Today's Nigeria

Join us as Dr. Kazeem Olaniyan explores Nigeria's historical journey with Shariah implementation, examining how the lack of absolute religious freedom has impacted the nation's path to peace and prosperity. From pre-colonial to post-independence periods, Dr. Olaniyan demonstrates how Shariah extends beyond a mere legal system to encompass a comprehensive code of conduct designed for human welfare.…

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