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Calling ‘Islamophobia’ by Its True Name!-Shaykh Abdullah bin Hamid Ali

In the name of Allah, Most Beneficent, Most Merciful All praise is due to Allah, and salutations of peace and blessing upon His beloved Prophet Muhammad, his family, companions and…

ShaykhaFest-A Special Program For Sisters

Did you know that some of the greatest Islamic scholars such as Imam Ahmad ibn Hanbal, Imam Ibn al-Jawzi, Shaykh-ul-Islam Ibn Taymiyyah, Imam al-Dhahabi, Imam Ibn al-Qayyim, Ibn Rajab al-Hanbali…

The Kharijite Rebirth-Shaykh Abdullah Ali

The tragedy and lost of life at the Boston Marathon has captured the attention of the world. The suspects of this terrible crime, Dzhokhar Tsarnaev and his deceased brother Tamerlan…

The Homosexual Challenge to Muslim Ethics-Shaykh Abdullah Ali

The Homosexual Challenge to Muslim Ethics By Abdullah bin Hamid Ali “And We sent Lot who said to his people: “Do you commit lewdness such as no people in creation…

Two Events: Shaykh Abdullah Ali & Shaykh Anwar Muhaimin

Dont Miss this program with Shaykh Anwar Muhaimin! Click the Flyer above for more information and registration

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0May 13, 2013
Calling ‘Islamophobia’ by Its True Name!-Shaykh Abdullah bin Hamid Ali

In the name of Allah, Most Beneficent, Most Merciful All praise is due to Allah, and salutations of peace and blessing upon His beloved Prophet Muhammad, his family, companions and…
0April 26, 2013
ShaykhaFest-A Special Program For Sisters

Did you know that some of the greatest Islamic scholars such as Imam Ahmad ibn Hanbal, Imam Ibn al-Jawzi, Shaykh-ul-Islam Ibn Taymiyyah, Imam al-Dhahabi, Imam Ibn al-Qayyim, Ibn Rajab al-Hanbali…
0May 20, 2011
Islam, Sex Education & Ethics-Online Sessions with Shaykh Abdullah Ali

Special Online Sessions with Shaykh Abdullah bin Hamid Ali
0July 8, 2011
The Rules of Marriage with Shaykh Muhammad Mendes

Course Title:The Rules of Marriage-Shaykh Muhammad Mendes Available NOW Important Notice: All Classes are PRE-RECORDED. Dates and Times for classes simply denotes the initial times and dates that the sessions…
1August 19, 2011
The Three Levels of Fasting-Shaykh Muhammad al-Ninowy

We all understand the fast as abstaining from food, drink, and sex during the day…but what are the deeper, spiritual levels of Fasting? Shaykh Muhammad al-Ninowy provides an beautiful, in-depth…
3August 20, 2011
Terrible Sin During Ramadan…

Does zina (adultery)committed during Ramadan invalidates the fast for an individual? Is his fast ruined for Ramadan? What should he do to overcome such a terrible sin? Shaykh Abdullah bin…
0February 25, 2012
A Brief History of The Qur’ān & Related Sciences

A Brief History of the Qur’ān & Related Sciences Instructor: Shaykh Abdullah bin Hamid Ali Language of Instruction: English Cost: $60.00 Listen to a sample of this course: Meaning of…
1March 1, 2012
White Supremacy-The Beginning of Modern Day Shirk?

Lamppost Productions presents an exclusive session with Dr Sherman Jackson! “White Supremacy-The Beginning of Modern-Day Shirk?” Mp3 Download-Cost:$12.00 The mention of white supremacy typically brings to mind the overtly racist…
0March 2, 2012
Retaining the Prophetic Heritage: Introduction to the Science of Hadith-Shaykh Abdullah Ali

Available Now Instructor: Shaykh Abdullah bin Hamid Ali Cost: $50.00 Registration Deadline~Midnight~Saturday, April 7th, 2012 The Introduction to Hadith Science is a highly nuanced study of history, evolution, crystallization and…
7March 11, 2012
Do I have to have a ‘Muslim’ name?

Since I am a Muslim, is it obligatory for me to have a Arabic, Muslim name? Am I obligated to change my English or Spanish name? Shaykh Abdullah Ali responds…
0March 13, 2012
The Profound Nature of Muhammad (SAWS)

‘Muhammad is the Messenger of Allah and those who are with him are stern against the disbelievers and merciful among themselves…’ Al-Qur’an al-Karim Sura Fath Ayat 29 A deeply profound…
0March 19, 2012
‘The Importance of Cohesive Sentiment in America’ Dr Sherman Abdul-Hakim Jackson

“We have to abandon the ‘plantation mentality…” Dr Sherman Jackson Dr Sherman Abdul-Hakim Jackson delivers a powerful address at the recent CAIR banquet in Philadelphia, Pa
2March 20, 2012
‘Unity vs Uniformity’- Dr Sherman Abdul-Hakim Jackson

“The ability to accommodate justifiable differences is not just a politically expedient thing, it is not something we do just because we want to live together harmoniously. We don’t want…
1March 25, 2012
Trayvon Martin Solidarity Khutbah-Imam Suhaib Webb

The killing of Trayvon Martin has unleashed a storm of protest and opposition to racial injustice in America! Where do we as Muslims stand? Imam Suhaib Webb provides a timely…
0March 27, 2012
An Invitation to Our Neighbors-Shaykh Abdullah Ali

In this fascinating, open discourse, Shaykh Abdullah bin Hamid Ali answers questions about Islam from a largely white, non-Muslim audience in West Virginia. Christian and Muslim relations, anti-shari’a provisions, and…
0April 11, 2012
Tafsir: The Meanings of the ‘Mystical Letters’-Shaykh Abdullah bin Hamid Ali

Shaykh Abdullah bin Hamid Ali talks about some of the muqatta’at of the Qur’an.
1May 2, 2012
New Paradigms of Muslim Community Leadership-Shaykh Khalil Abdur-Rashid

What does the future hold for Muslim Community Leadership in America? Shaykh Khalil Abdur-Rashid provides a historical view of Islamic leadership in the African-American community and projects the new modalities…
4May 12, 2012
Is it ‘possible’ for Allah to have a Son?

One of the primary beliefs of Muslims is that Allah is All-Powerful. This often leads to some rather confusing questions about the reality of Allah’s power. Can Allah cease to…
0May 28, 2012
Fundamental Maliki Jurisprudence II

This six-session online seminar will cover the rules that govern the valid payment of the poor-tax (Zakat), fasting (Siyam) and the pilgrimage (Hajj) according to the Qur’an and the prophetic…
0June 6, 2012
Shehu Uthman Dan Fodio

A selection from our course ‘Advice to the Followers of the Four Schools’. Taken from A beautiful session with Shaykh Muhammad Mendes on one of the great scholars of West…
3June 7, 2012
Then and Now: The Greatest Challenges Facing Today’s Muslim Youth (Abdullah bin Hamid Ali)

When I reflect upon growing up in a community of Muslim converts struggling to find their place and voice or to simply identify what group of Muslims from “over there”…
1June 11, 2012
The ‘Madhhab’ of Imam Warith Deen Mohammed?-Shaykh Muhammad Mendes

Taken from Lamppost Productions online session with Shaykh Muhammad Mendes’ “Advice for the Followers of the Four Schools”, Is it permissible to follow the ‘madhhab’ of Imam WD Mohammed (ra)….
0June 11, 2012
An Intimate Conversation with Dr. Sherman Abdul-Hakim Jackson

A wonderful interview with Dr Sherman Abdul-Hakim Jackson at the Ta’leef Collective hosted by Usama Canon Join us for a six-session online seminar will cover the rules that govern the…
1June 17, 2012
The Role of the Masjid in the 21st Century-Dr Sherman Abdul-Hakim Jackson

“Islam has no room for cowards…” Dr Sherman Abdul-Hakim Jackson A powerful, insightful lecture by Dr Sherman Abdul-Hakim Jackson on the role of the Masjid in our communities and the…
0June 23, 2012
Live Q&A Session with Shaykh Abdullah bin Hamid Ali

Lamppost Productions presents: A Live Online Q&A Session with Shaykh Abdullah Ali Date: Sunday July 1, 2012 Time: 12pm Eastern Standard Time Cost: FREE Join us for this special online…
0July 1, 2012
‘Sufism For Non-Sufis?’-Special Online Session with Dr Sherman Abdul-Hakim Jackson

Lamppost Productions presents exclusive, online sessions with Dr Sherman Abdul-Hakim Jackson! What role does ‘Sufism’ have for us in America? Do we need it? How do we define it? Why…
0July 3, 2012
Diversity-Dr Sherman Abdul Hakim Jackson

REFLECTIONS with Dr. Sherman Jackson – “Diversity” from Mustafa Davis on Vimeo. “Diversity” is a discourse from renowned scholar and academic Dr. Sherman Jackson. Dr. Jackson discusses the importance of…
1July 5, 2012
“Am I still Married…?” Shaykh Abdullah Ali responds to a question..

After a series of divorce pronouncements and confusing information, one of our readers wants to know…Is he still married or divorced? Shaykh Abdullah Ali provides a detailed response to a…
1July 5, 2012
Identity, Self-Determination and Self-Authenticity for the African-American Muslim

Ph.D. Student of Anthropology, Writer, Speaker and Researcher Donna A. Auston in the 2nd part of her interview with WURD-AM radio discussing issues related to race, culture and identity especially…
0July 8, 2012
Fiqh of Fasting-Shaykh Abdullah Ali

This special seminar deals with the rules of fasting from the perspective of the Maliki School of Jurisprudence, based on the famous text of the Moroccan scholar, Imam ‘Abd Al-Wahid…
4July 14, 2012
The ‘Modern’ Need for ‘Calculation-The Celebration of Eid?-Shaykh Abdullah Ali

Do our scholars give enough consideration to our needs in a modern society? Do we really need to ‘reconsider’ the arguments for ‘calculation’ over sighting the Moon based on ‘social…
4July 20, 2012
Special Courses for the Month of Ramadhan!

May Allah reward you immensely during this Blessed Month of Ramadhan! At Lamppost Productions, we are featuring several courses that will aid and enhance your understanding of the Deen! Ramadhan…
4July 21, 2012
‘Iceberg Slim and the Pre-Conscience’-Dr Sherman Jackson

A sample taken from Dr Sherman Jackson’s exclusive session with Lamppost Productions, “Sufism for Non-Sufis?” ‘Iceberg Slim’ and the Pre-Conscience This is a session that you do not want to…
5July 22, 2012
The Fiqh of Eid al-Fitr-FREE Online Session with Shaykh Abdullah Ali

FREE ONLINE COURSE WITH SHAYKH ABDULLAH ALI The month of Ramadhan is a time for serious reflection and study of our Deen! During this blessed month, Lamppost Productions will feature…
0July 23, 2012
Ramadan at America’s Islamic Heritage Museum 2012

A wonderful clip that shows the depth of African-American Islamic history in America. During this month of Ramadhan, Join us for a special, exclusive session with Dr Sherman Abdul-Hakim Jackson…
0July 31, 2012
Maqasid al-Sawm-Ustadha Zaynab Ansari

Excellent tips and suggestions for this beautiful month of Ramadan from Ustadha Zaynab Ansari. Please be sure to join our FREE Ramadan Online Session with Shaykh Abdullah Ali has he…
0August 4, 2012
The Destruction of Religion in Modern Society-Dr Sherman Jackson

Here is another sample taken from the second part of our exclusive, online seminar, “Sufism for Non-Sufis?” with Dr Sherman Abdul-Hakim Jackson! This is one amongst many of the thought-provoking…
1August 5, 2012
Polygyny-Dr Sherman Abdul-Hakim Jackson

Dr Sherman Jackson addresses the controversial subject of Polygyny in Islam! During this month of Ramadhan, Join us for a special, exclusive session with Dr Sherman Abdul-Hakim Jackson on his…
0August 8, 2012
Muslim Women Homeless Shelter

A wonderful effort on behalf of homeless Muslim women and children in Baltimore, MD. Sis Asma Hanif, Executive Director of Muslimat al-Nisaa is featured in this video! Please support this…
1August 17, 2012
Muslim-American Reciters of the Qur’an!-Imam Anas Muhaimin

As we come to the end of the Blessed Month of Ramadan, Lamppost Productions presents some beautiful Qur’anic recitation from Muslim Americans as an encouragement for all of us to…
0August 18, 2012
Muslim American Reciters of the Qur’an-Dr. Akhnuwkh Jones, MD

Lamppost Productions presents this beautiful Qur’anic recitation from Dr Akhnuwkh Jones! Dr Akhnuwkh became a hafiz of Qur’an at the age of 18 after studying with his teachers Shaykh Anwar…
0August 19, 2012
‘Islam and Slavery’-Shaykh Abdullah Ali

Why is there no explicit prohibition of Slavery in the Qur’an and the Sunnah of the Prophet (saws)? How could such a terrible institution be justified or permitted in Islam?…
1August 19, 2012
The American Muslim Experience from Identity to Community-Dr Sherman Jackson

Can we be both ‘American’ and ‘Muslim’? What is our role in this American society! In what sense was Elijah Mohammed close to the Sunnah of the Prophet (saws)? What…
0August 19, 2012
Eid Mubarak! Fairwell to the Blessed Ramadan-Shaykh Abdur-Rahman Ahmed

As we come to the end of the Blessed Month of Ramadan, Lamppost Productions presents Shaykh Abdur-Rahman Ahmed of Trenton NJ. Shaykh Abdur-Rahman is another American Hafiz of the Qur’an…
0August 26, 2012
Demystifying Sharī῾a Law: A Study of Al-Waraqāt of Imam Al-Juwaynī

Demystifying Sharī῾a Law: A Study of Al-Waraqāt of Imam Al-Juwaynī Instructor: Shaykh Abdullah bin Hamid Ali Course Description: This course is a study of the famous primer on Islamic legal…
0September 23, 2012
Shaykh Hamza Yusuf : In Response to Efforts to Insult the Prophet (saws)

A powerful Friday khutbah, Shaykh Hamza Yusuf of Zaytuna Colleg analyzes the release of a derogatory film about the Prophet Muhammad, upon him be God’s blessings and peace and how…
0September 26, 2012
Between Militarism & Extremism: The Excluded Middle with Hatem Bazian, Zaid Shakir and Hamza Yusuf

A powerful program with Shaykh Hamza Yusuf, Imam Zaid Shakir, and Dr Hatem Bazian. New Course at Lamppost Productions with Shaykh Abdullah Ali! Click the banner below for more details
0October 7, 2012
Al-Ghazzali & Why He Used Weak Hadiths

This excerpt is from a two-part seminar taught at the University of San Francisco in early 2012 on a chapter from Imam Abu Hamid al-Ghazzali’s magnum opus (Ihya’ ‘Ulum al-Din)…
0October 12, 2012
‘Women in the ‘Hood-Asma Hanif

In this lecture, Asma Hanif discusses the problems confronting poor Muslim women who are rendered homeless and her efforts to assist them through the Muslimaat al-Nisaa woman’s shelter. She also…
0October 26, 2012
“Journey to Allah”-Shaykh Muhammad Mendes

Shaykh Muhammad Mendes provides a wonderful and personal account of his journey to the acceptance of Islam. Journey to Allah A very important course at Lamppost Productions. The Rules of…
0October 29, 2012
“Religion and Science”-Dr Khalid Blankinship

Now Available at Lamppost Productions Probably among the most debated topics at present concerns the relationship between religion and science. Until recently, a clear-cut distinction was often drawn between these…
0October 30, 2012
The Death of an Imam

The Death of an Imam from Salah D. Hassan on Vimeo. A fascinating look at how the murder of Imam Luqman Ameen Abdullah was framed and portrayed in the media.
0November 17, 2012
Urgent Appeal for Muslims in Atlantic City, NJ

The impact of Hurricane Sandy deviated large parts of the East Coast. There has been a large outpouring of support and aid extended to assist the victims of one of…
0November 22, 2012
“A Return to Purity in Creed”-Shaykh Abdullah bin Hamid Ali

‘A Return to Purity of Creed”-Shaykh Abdullah bin Hamid Ali’s translation of Imam Abu Hamid al-Ghazzali’s very last work! How did our noble salaf understand Qur’anic ayats and hadiths that…
1December 4, 2012
Imitation of the Kuffar? -Shaykh Abdullah bin Hamid Ali

What constitutes ‘imitating the ‘kuffar’? What should Muslims be looking to avoid in this issue. Would passing around a ‘donation box’ constitute unlawful ‘imitation of the Christians? Shaykh Abdullah bin…
0December 13, 2012
Divorce and Reconciliation-Shaykh Muhammad Mendes

Course Title: Divorce and Reconciliation-Shaykh Muhammad Mendes Available NOW Important Notice: All Classes are PRE-RECORDED. Our classes enable you to study the material at your own pace and according to…
0December 20, 2012
“I am an American”-Dr Sherman Jackson

Dr Sherman Abdul-Hakim Jackson provides a personal reflection on why he is an ‘American’! Also…Now available at Lamppost Productions! “Divorce and Reconciliation” with Shaykh Muhammad Mendes! Click the banner below…
0January 1, 2013
Islam & The Problem of Black Suffering-Dr Sherman Jackson

Lynching, Slavery, Racism, and Oppression! These are experiences that African-Americans will never forget. It is an American historical reflection that has impacted the relationships between blacks and whites. As Muslims,…
0January 5, 2013
Al-Ghazali on the Conditions of Ijtihad

Al-Ghazālī on the Essentials of Interpretative Autonomy (Ijtihād) Translated by Shaykh Abdullah bin Hamid Ali What is Ijtihād? Who is qualified for it? And is it possible for a person…
0January 16, 2013
Halal Meat vs The Meat of the ‘People of the Book’

Question: I know that there has been so many questions (and answers) regarding halal meat and that the standard answer is that meat from animals that aren’t slaughtered observing Islamic…
0January 20, 2013
The Kidnapping of Nailla Robinson

On Monday, January 14th, Nailla Robinson was abducted from Bryant Elementary School in Philadelphia, PA. by someone wearing niqab and claiming to be her mother. She was found in a…
0January 26, 2013
An Urgent Appeal From Shaykh Abdullah Ali

As Salamu ‘alaykum, Brothers & Sisters For the past 5 years or so, Lamppost Productions has endeavored to provide the Muslim English speaking public with access to the educational contributions…
0February 5, 2013
Salafis, Sufis & The Mawlid-Shaykh Abdullah Ali

Is the Mawlid really a Bid’ah? Does the picture above reflect how we should look at the Mawlid? Or is the failure to participate in the Mawlid an example of…
0February 5, 2013
Lamppost Productions-Thank You For Your Support

Due to the overwhelming response to our appeal for help, Lamppost Productions website is no longer in jeopardy of being shut down. We really appreciate and have been deeply moved…
0March 2, 2013
‘A Question of Legitimacy’-Dr Khalid Yahya Blankinship

In a sahih hadith found in Bukhari and Muslim, the Prophet (saws) states: “The child belongs to the marriage bed, and the adulterer gets the stone”. Some have interpreted this…
0March 18, 2013
“Laws of the Heart”- Shaykh Khalil Abdur-Rashid

In a beautiful, powerful series of classes, Shaykh Khalil Abdur-Rashid provides a detailed commentary on Shaykh Muhammad Emin Er’s book: “Laws of the Heart-An Introduction to the Spiritual Path in…
0March 19, 2013
Historical Roots of Muslims in America

“We have to be a community that is not afraid to raise our voice against unjust and oppressive policies”-Imam Zaid Shakir Excerpts from a recent lecture by Imam Zaid Shakir…
0March 19, 2013
The Issue of Cultural Authority-Dr Sherman Jackson

“We have to become more culturally ambidextrous”-Dr Sherman Jackson Taken from his address at the RIS Talks, Dr Sherman Jackson addresses some of the challenges and implications of culture to…
0March 22, 2013
“Once Upon a Time People Were Proud of Being Rational”-Shaykh Abdullah Ali

A bomb exploded in a Damascus Masjid killing 42 people. Among the people killed was Shaykh Ramadan Al-Bouti, one of the greatest modern scholars in the Muslim world today. Shaykh…
0March 24, 2013
The Assassination of Shaykh Ramadan al-Bouti- Shaykh Muhammad al-Ninowy

Reflections on the assassination of Shaykh Ramadan al-Bouti from Shaykh Muhammad al-Ninowy! “Yesterday we heard about the martyrdom of our Shaykh and Ustadh, Sayyidi Al-Allama Muhammad Sa’id Al-Buti, may Allah…
0March 28, 2013
Shaykh Yasir Qadhi is no longer a “Salafi”

YQ: “Well I guess 20 years ago when I was a teenager I definitely would have self identified as a Salafi Muslim but over the course of the last decade…
0April 3, 2013
“When Do We Rebel”-Shaykh Abdullah bin Hamid Ali

The “Arab Spring” has launch a number of popular rebellions against the rulers of Middle East Countries. The populace movements evoke strong emotions of Muslims everywhere. However, we must ask-are…
0April 9, 2013
Two Events: Shaykh Abdullah Ali & Shaykh Anwar Muhaimin

Dont Miss this program with Shaykh Anwar Muhaimin! Click the Flyer above for more information and registration
0April 13, 2013
The Homosexual Challenge to Muslim Ethics-Shaykh Abdullah Ali

The Homosexual Challenge to Muslim Ethics By Abdullah bin Hamid Ali “And We sent Lot who said to his people: “Do you commit lewdness such as no people in creation…
0April 22, 2013
The Kharijite Rebirth-Shaykh Abdullah Ali

The tragedy and lost of life at the Boston Marathon has captured the attention of the world. The suspects of this terrible crime, Dzhokhar Tsarnaev and his deceased brother Tamerlan…
0May 6, 2013
Protected: Breaking the Two Desires-Shaykh Abdullah Ali

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Calling ‘Islamophobia’ by Its True Name!-Shaykh Abdullah bin Hamid Ali

Posted on May 13, 2013 | No Comments
In the name of Allah, Most Beneficent, Most Merciful All praise is due to Allah, and salutations of peace and blessing upon His beloved Prophet Muhammad, his family, companions and...
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ShaykhaFest-A Special Program For Sisters

Posted on April 26, 2013 | No Comments
Did you know that some of the greatest Islamic scholars such as Imam Ahmad ibn Hanbal, Imam Ibn al-Jawzi, Shaykh-ul-Islam Ibn Taymiyyah, Imam al-Dhahabi, Imam Ibn al-Qayyim, Ibn Rajab al-Hanbali...
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Islam, Sex Education & Ethics-Online Sessions with Shaykh Abdullah Ali

Posted on May 20, 2011 | No Comments
Special Online Sessions with Shaykh Abdullah bin Hamid Ali
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The Rules of Marriage with Shaykh Muhammad Mendes

Posted on July 8, 2011 | No Comments
Course Title:The Rules of Marriage-Shaykh Muhammad Mendes Available NOW Important Notice: All Classes are PRE-RECORDED. Dates and Times for classes simply denotes the initial times and dates that the sessions...
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The Three Levels of Fasting-Shaykh Muhammad al-Ninowy

Posted on August 19, 2011 | 1 Comment
We all understand the fast as abstaining from food, drink, and sex during the day…but what are the deeper, spiritual levels of Fasting? Shaykh Muhammad al-Ninowy provides an beautiful, in-depth...
Continue Reading...
Terrible Sin During Ramadan…

Posted on August 20, 2011 | 3 Comments
Does zina (adultery)committed during Ramadan invalidates the fast for an individual? Is his fast ruined for Ramadan? What should he do to overcome such a terrible sin? Shaykh Abdullah bin...
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A Brief History of The Qur’ān & Related Sciences

Posted on February 25, 2012 | No Comments
A Brief History of the Qur’ān & Related Sciences Instructor: Shaykh Abdullah bin Hamid Ali Language of Instruction: English Cost: $60.00 Listen to a sample of this course: Meaning of...
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White Supremacy-The Beginning of Modern Day Shirk?

Posted on March 1, 2012 | 1 Comment
Lamppost Productions presents an exclusive session with Dr Sherman Jackson! “White Supremacy-The Beginning of Modern-Day Shirk?” Mp3 Download-Cost:$12.00 The mention of white supremacy typically brings to mind the overtly racist...
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Retaining the Prophetic Heritage: Introduction to the Science of Hadith-Shaykh Abdullah Ali

Posted on March 2, 2012 | No Comments
Available Now Instructor: Shaykh Abdullah bin Hamid Ali Cost: $50.00 Registration Deadline~Midnight~Saturday, April 7th, 2012 The Introduction to Hadith Science is a highly nuanced study of history, evolution, crystallization and...
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Do I have to have a ‘Muslim’ name?

Posted on March 11, 2012 | 7 Comments
Since I am a Muslim, is it obligatory for me to have a Arabic, Muslim name? Am I obligated to change my English or Spanish name? Shaykh Abdullah Ali responds...
Continue Reading...
The Profound Nature of Muhammad (SAWS)

Posted on March 13, 2012 | No Comments
‘Muhammad is the Messenger of Allah and those who are with him are stern against the disbelievers and merciful among themselves…’ Al-Qur’an al-Karim Sura Fath Ayat 29 A deeply profound...
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‘The Importance of Cohesive Sentiment in America’ Dr Sherman Abdul-Hakim Jackson

Posted on March 19, 2012 | No Comments
“We have to abandon the ‘plantation mentality…” Dr Sherman Jackson Dr Sherman Abdul-Hakim Jackson delivers a powerful address at the recent CAIR banquet in Philadelphia, Pa
Continue Reading...
‘Unity vs Uniformity’- Dr Sherman Abdul-Hakim Jackson

Posted on March 20, 2012 | 2 Comments
“The ability to accommodate justifiable differences is not just a politically expedient thing, it is not something we do just because we want to live together harmoniously. We don’t want...
Continue Reading...
Trayvon Martin Solidarity Khutbah-Imam Suhaib Webb

Posted on March 25, 2012 | 1 Comment
The killing of Trayvon Martin has unleashed a storm of protest and opposition to racial injustice in America! Where do we as Muslims stand? Imam Suhaib Webb provides a timely...
Continue Reading...
An Invitation to Our Neighbors-Shaykh Abdullah Ali

Posted on March 27, 2012 | No Comments
In this fascinating, open discourse, Shaykh Abdullah bin Hamid Ali answers questions about Islam from a largely white, non-Muslim audience in West Virginia. Christian and Muslim relations, anti-shari’a provisions, and...
Continue Reading...
Tafsir: The Meanings of the ‘Mystical Letters’-Shaykh Abdullah bin Hamid Ali

Posted on April 11, 2012 | No Comments
Shaykh Abdullah bin Hamid Ali talks about some of the muqatta’at of the Qur’an.
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New Paradigms of Muslim Community Leadership-Shaykh Khalil Abdur-Rashid

Posted on May 2, 2012 | 1 Comment
What does the future hold for Muslim Community Leadership in America? Shaykh Khalil Abdur-Rashid provides a historical view of Islamic leadership in the African-American community and projects the new modalities...
Continue Reading...
Is it ‘possible’ for Allah to have a Son?

Posted on May 12, 2012 | 4 Comments
One of the primary beliefs of Muslims is that Allah is All-Powerful. This often leads to some rather confusing questions about the reality of Allah’s power. Can Allah cease to...
Continue Reading...
Fundamental Maliki Jurisprudence II

Posted on May 28, 2012 | No Comments
This six-session online seminar will cover the rules that govern the valid payment of the poor-tax (Zakat), fasting (Siyam) and the pilgrimage (Hajj) according to the Qur’an and the prophetic...
Continue Reading...
Shehu Uthman Dan Fodio

Posted on June 6, 2012 | No Comments
A selection from our course ‘Advice to the Followers of the Four Schools’. Taken from A beautiful session with Shaykh Muhammad Mendes on one of the great scholars of West...
Continue Reading...
Then and Now: The Greatest Challenges Facing Today’s Muslim Youth (Abdullah bin Hamid Ali)

Posted on June 7, 2012 | 3 Comments
When I reflect upon growing up in a community of Muslim converts struggling to find their place and voice or to simply identify what group of Muslims from “over there”...
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The ‘Madhhab’ of Imam Warith Deen Mohammed?-Shaykh Muhammad Mendes

Posted on June 11, 2012 | 1 Comment
Taken from Lamppost Productions online session with Shaykh Muhammad Mendes’ “Advice for the Followers of the Four Schools”, Is it permissible to follow the ‘madhhab’ of Imam WD Mohammed (ra)....
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An Intimate Conversation with Dr. Sherman Abdul-Hakim Jackson

Posted on June 11, 2012 | No Comments
A wonderful interview with Dr Sherman Abdul-Hakim Jackson at the Ta’leef Collective hosted by Usama Canon Join us for a six-session online seminar will cover the rules that govern the...
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The Role of the Masjid in the 21st Century-Dr Sherman Abdul-Hakim Jackson

Posted on June 17, 2012 | 1 Comment
“Islam has no room for cowards…” Dr Sherman Abdul-Hakim Jackson A powerful, insightful lecture by Dr Sherman Abdul-Hakim Jackson on the role of the Masjid in our communities and the...
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Live Q&A Session with Shaykh Abdullah bin Hamid Ali

Posted on June 23, 2012 | No Comments
Lamppost Productions presents: A Live Online Q&A Session with Shaykh Abdullah Ali Date: Sunday July 1, 2012 Time: 12pm Eastern Standard Time Cost: FREE Join us for this special online...
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‘Sufism For Non-Sufis?’-Special Online Session with Dr Sherman Abdul-Hakim Jackson

Posted on July 1, 2012 | No Comments
Lamppost Productions presents exclusive, online sessions with Dr Sherman Abdul-Hakim Jackson! What role does ‘Sufism’ have for us in America? Do we need it? How do we define it? Why...
Continue Reading...
Diversity-Dr Sherman Abdul Hakim Jackson

Posted on July 3, 2012 | No Comments
REFLECTIONS with Dr. Sherman Jackson – “Diversity” from Mustafa Davis on Vimeo. “Diversity” is a discourse from renowned scholar and academic Dr. Sherman Jackson. Dr. Jackson discusses the importance of...
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“Am I still Married…?” Shaykh Abdullah Ali responds to a question..

Posted on July 5, 2012 | 1 Comment
After a series of divorce pronouncements and confusing information, one of our readers wants to know…Is he still married or divorced? Shaykh Abdullah Ali provides a detailed response to a...
Continue Reading...
Identity, Self-Determination and Self-Authenticity for the African-American Muslim

Posted on July 5, 2012 | 1 Comment
Ph.D. Student of Anthropology, Writer, Speaker and Researcher Donna A. Auston in the 2nd part of her interview with WURD-AM radio discussing issues related to race, culture and identity especially...
Continue Reading...
Fiqh of Fasting-Shaykh Abdullah Ali

Posted on July 8, 2012 | No Comments
This special seminar deals with the rules of fasting from the perspective of the Maliki School of Jurisprudence, based on the famous text of the Moroccan scholar, Imam ‘Abd Al-Wahid...
Continue Reading...
The ‘Modern’ Need for ‘Calculation-The Celebration of Eid?-Shaykh Abdullah Ali

Posted on July 14, 2012 | 4 Comments
Do our scholars give enough consideration to our needs in a modern society? Do we really need to ‘reconsider’ the arguments for ‘calculation’ over sighting the Moon based on ‘social...
Continue Reading...
Special Courses for the Month of Ramadhan!

Posted on July 20, 2012 | 4 Comments
May Allah reward you immensely during this Blessed Month of Ramadhan! At Lamppost Productions, we are featuring several courses that will aid and enhance your understanding of the Deen! Ramadhan...
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‘Iceberg Slim and the Pre-Conscience’-Dr Sherman Jackson

Posted on July 21, 2012 | 4 Comments
A sample taken from Dr Sherman Jackson’s exclusive session with Lamppost Productions, “Sufism for Non-Sufis?” ‘Iceberg Slim’ and the Pre-Conscience This is a session that you do not want to...
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The Fiqh of Eid al-Fitr-FREE Online Session with Shaykh Abdullah Ali

Posted on July 22, 2012 | 5 Comments
FREE ONLINE COURSE WITH SHAYKH ABDULLAH ALI The month of Ramadhan is a time for serious reflection and study of our Deen! During this blessed month, Lamppost Productions will feature...
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Ramadan at America’s Islamic Heritage Museum 2012

Posted on July 23, 2012 | No Comments
A wonderful clip that shows the depth of African-American Islamic history in America. During this month of Ramadhan, Join us for a special, exclusive session with Dr Sherman Abdul-Hakim Jackson...
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Maqasid al-Sawm-Ustadha Zaynab Ansari

Posted on July 31, 2012 | No Comments
Excellent tips and suggestions for this beautiful month of Ramadan from Ustadha Zaynab Ansari. Please be sure to join our FREE Ramadan Online Session with Shaykh Abdullah Ali has he...
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The Destruction of Religion in Modern Society-Dr Sherman Jackson

Posted on August 4, 2012 | No Comments
Here is another sample taken from the second part of our exclusive, online seminar, “Sufism for Non-Sufis?” with Dr Sherman Abdul-Hakim Jackson! This is one amongst many of the thought-provoking...
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Polygyny-Dr Sherman Abdul-Hakim Jackson

Posted on August 5, 2012 | 1 Comment
Dr Sherman Jackson addresses the controversial subject of Polygyny in Islam! During this month of Ramadhan, Join us for a special, exclusive session with Dr Sherman Abdul-Hakim Jackson on his...
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Muslim Women Homeless Shelter

Posted on August 8, 2012 | No Comments
A wonderful effort on behalf of homeless Muslim women and children in Baltimore, MD. Sis Asma Hanif, Executive Director of Muslimat al-Nisaa is featured in this video! Please support this...
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Muslim-American Reciters of the Qur’an!-Imam Anas Muhaimin

Posted on August 17, 2012 | 1 Comment
As we come to the end of the Blessed Month of Ramadan, Lamppost Productions presents some beautiful Qur’anic recitation from Muslim Americans as an encouragement for all of us to...
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Muslim American Reciters of the Qur’an-Dr. Akhnuwkh Jones, MD

Posted on August 18, 2012 | No Comments
Lamppost Productions presents this beautiful Qur’anic recitation from Dr Akhnuwkh Jones! Dr Akhnuwkh became a hafiz of Qur’an at the age of 18 after studying with his teachers Shaykh Anwar...
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‘Islam and Slavery’-Shaykh Abdullah Ali

Posted on August 19, 2012 | No Comments
Why is there no explicit prohibition of Slavery in the Qur’an and the Sunnah of the Prophet (saws)? How could such a terrible institution be justified or permitted in Islam?...
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The American Muslim Experience from Identity to Community-Dr Sherman Jackson

Posted on August 19, 2012 | 1 Comment
Can we be both ‘American’ and ‘Muslim’? What is our role in this American society! In what sense was Elijah Mohammed close to the Sunnah of the Prophet (saws)? What...
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Eid Mubarak! Fairwell to the Blessed Ramadan-Shaykh Abdur-Rahman Ahmed

Posted on August 19, 2012 | No Comments
As we come to the end of the Blessed Month of Ramadan, Lamppost Productions presents Shaykh Abdur-Rahman Ahmed of Trenton NJ. Shaykh Abdur-Rahman is another American Hafiz of the Qur’an...
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Demystifying Sharī῾a Law: A Study of Al-Waraqāt of Imam Al-Juwaynī

Posted on August 26, 2012 | No Comments
Demystifying Sharī῾a Law: A Study of Al-Waraqāt of Imam Al-Juwaynī Instructor: Shaykh Abdullah bin Hamid Ali Course Description: This course is a study of the famous primer on Islamic legal...
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Shaykh Hamza Yusuf : In Response to Efforts to Insult the Prophet (saws)

Posted on September 23, 2012 | No Comments
A powerful Friday khutbah, Shaykh Hamza Yusuf of Zaytuna Colleg analyzes the release of a derogatory film about the Prophet Muhammad, upon him be God’s blessings and peace and how...
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Between Militarism & Extremism: The Excluded Middle with Hatem Bazian, Zaid Shakir and Hamza Yusuf

Posted on September 26, 2012 | No Comments
A powerful program with Shaykh Hamza Yusuf, Imam Zaid Shakir, and Dr Hatem Bazian. New Course at Lamppost Productions with Shaykh Abdullah Ali! Click the banner below for more details
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Al-Ghazzali & Why He Used Weak Hadiths

Posted on October 7, 2012 | No Comments
This excerpt is from a two-part seminar taught at the University of San Francisco in early 2012 on a chapter from Imam Abu Hamid al-Ghazzali’s magnum opus (Ihya’ ‘Ulum al-Din)...
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‘Women in the ‘Hood-Asma Hanif

Posted on October 12, 2012 | No Comments
In this lecture, Asma Hanif discusses the problems confronting poor Muslim women who are rendered homeless and her efforts to assist them through the Muslimaat al-Nisaa woman’s shelter. She also...
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“Journey to Allah”-Shaykh Muhammad Mendes

Posted on October 26, 2012 | No Comments
Shaykh Muhammad Mendes provides a wonderful and personal account of his journey to the acceptance of Islam. Journey to Allah A very important course at Lamppost Productions. The Rules of...
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“Religion and Science”-Dr Khalid Blankinship

Posted on October 29, 2012 | No Comments
Now Available at Lamppost Productions Probably among the most debated topics at present concerns the relationship between religion and science. Until recently, a clear-cut distinction was often drawn between these...
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The Death of an Imam

Posted on October 30, 2012 | No Comments
The Death of an Imam from Salah D. Hassan on Vimeo. A fascinating look at how the murder of Imam Luqman Ameen Abdullah was framed and portrayed in the media.
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Urgent Appeal for Muslims in Atlantic City, NJ

Posted on November 17, 2012 | No Comments
The impact of Hurricane Sandy deviated large parts of the East Coast. There has been a large outpouring of support and aid extended to assist the victims of one of...
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“A Return to Purity in Creed”-Shaykh Abdullah bin Hamid Ali

Posted on November 22, 2012 | No Comments
‘A Return to Purity of Creed”-Shaykh Abdullah bin Hamid Ali’s translation of Imam Abu Hamid al-Ghazzali’s very last work! How did our noble salaf understand Qur’anic ayats and hadiths that...
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Imitation of the Kuffar? -Shaykh Abdullah bin Hamid Ali

Posted on December 4, 2012 | 1 Comment
What constitutes ‘imitating the ‘kuffar’? What should Muslims be looking to avoid in this issue. Would passing around a ‘donation box’ constitute unlawful ‘imitation of the Christians? Shaykh Abdullah bin...
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Divorce and Reconciliation-Shaykh Muhammad Mendes

Posted on December 13, 2012 | No Comments
Course Title: Divorce and Reconciliation-Shaykh Muhammad Mendes Available NOW Important Notice: All Classes are PRE-RECORDED. Our classes enable you to study the material at your own pace and according to...
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“I am an American”-Dr Sherman Jackson

Posted on December 20, 2012 | No Comments
Dr Sherman Abdul-Hakim Jackson provides a personal reflection on why he is an ‘American’! Also…Now available at Lamppost Productions! “Divorce and Reconciliation” with Shaykh Muhammad Mendes! Click the banner below...
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Islam & The Problem of Black Suffering-Dr Sherman Jackson

Posted on January 1, 2013 | No Comments
Lynching, Slavery, Racism, and Oppression! These are experiences that African-Americans will never forget. It is an American historical reflection that has impacted the relationships between blacks and whites. As Muslims,...
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Al-Ghazali on the Conditions of Ijtihad

Posted on January 5, 2013 | No Comments
Al-Ghazālī on the Essentials of Interpretative Autonomy (Ijtihād) Translated by Shaykh Abdullah bin Hamid Ali What is Ijtihād? Who is qualified for it? And is it possible for a person...
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Halal Meat vs The Meat of the ‘People of the Book’

Posted on January 16, 2013 | No Comments
Question: I know that there has been so many questions (and answers) regarding halal meat and that the standard answer is that meat from animals that aren’t slaughtered observing Islamic...
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The Kidnapping of Nailla Robinson

Posted on January 20, 2013 | No Comments
On Monday, January 14th, Nailla Robinson was abducted from Bryant Elementary School in Philadelphia, PA. by someone wearing niqab and claiming to be her mother. She was found in a...
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An Urgent Appeal From Shaykh Abdullah Ali

Posted on January 26, 2013 | No Comments
As Salamu ‘alaykum, Brothers & Sisters For the past 5 years or so, Lamppost Productions has endeavored to provide the Muslim English speaking public with access to the educational contributions...
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Salafis, Sufis & The Mawlid-Shaykh Abdullah Ali

Posted on February 5, 2013 | No Comments
Is the Mawlid really a Bid’ah? Does the picture above reflect how we should look at the Mawlid? Or is the failure to participate in the Mawlid an example of...
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Lamppost Productions-Thank You For Your Support

Posted on February 5, 2013 | No Comments
Due to the overwhelming response to our appeal for help, Lamppost Productions website is no longer in jeopardy of being shut down. We really appreciate and have been deeply moved...
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‘A Question of Legitimacy’-Dr Khalid Yahya Blankinship

Posted on March 2, 2013 | No Comments
In a sahih hadith found in Bukhari and Muslim, the Prophet (saws) states: “The child belongs to the marriage bed, and the adulterer gets the stone”. Some have interpreted this...
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“Laws of the Heart”- Shaykh Khalil Abdur-Rashid

Posted on March 18, 2013 | No Comments
In a beautiful, powerful series of classes, Shaykh Khalil Abdur-Rashid provides a detailed commentary on Shaykh Muhammad Emin Er’s book: “Laws of the Heart-An Introduction to the Spiritual Path in...
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Historical Roots of Muslims in America

Posted on March 19, 2013 | No Comments
“We have to be a community that is not afraid to raise our voice against unjust and oppressive policies”-Imam Zaid Shakir Excerpts from a recent lecture by Imam Zaid Shakir...
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The Issue of Cultural Authority-Dr Sherman Jackson

Posted on March 19, 2013 | No Comments
“We have to become more culturally ambidextrous”-Dr Sherman Jackson Taken from his address at the RIS Talks, Dr Sherman Jackson addresses some of the challenges and implications of culture to...
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“Once Upon a Time People Were Proud of Being Rational”-Shaykh Abdullah Ali

Posted on March 22, 2013 | No Comments
A bomb exploded in a Damascus Masjid killing 42 people. Among the people killed was Shaykh Ramadan Al-Bouti, one of the greatest modern scholars in the Muslim world today. Shaykh...
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The Assassination of Shaykh Ramadan al-Bouti- Shaykh Muhammad al-Ninowy

Posted on March 24, 2013 | No Comments
Reflections on the assassination of Shaykh Ramadan al-Bouti from Shaykh Muhammad al-Ninowy! “Yesterday we heard about the martyrdom of our Shaykh and Ustadh, Sayyidi Al-Allama Muhammad Sa’id Al-Buti, may Allah...
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Shaykh Yasir Qadhi is no longer a “Salafi”

Posted on March 28, 2013 | No Comments
YQ: “Well I guess 20 years ago when I was a teenager I definitely would have self identified as a Salafi Muslim but over the course of the last decade...
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“When Do We Rebel”-Shaykh Abdullah bin Hamid Ali

Posted on April 3, 2013 | No Comments
The “Arab Spring” has launch a number of popular rebellions against the rulers of Middle East Countries. The populace movements evoke strong emotions of Muslims everywhere. However, we must ask-are...
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Two Events: Shaykh Abdullah Ali & Shaykh Anwar Muhaimin

Posted on April 9, 2013 | No Comments
Dont Miss this program with Shaykh Anwar Muhaimin! Click the Flyer above for more information and registration
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The Homosexual Challenge to Muslim Ethics-Shaykh Abdullah Ali

Posted on April 13, 2013 | No Comments
The Homosexual Challenge to Muslim Ethics By Abdullah bin Hamid Ali “And We sent Lot who said to his people: “Do you commit lewdness such as no people in creation...
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The Kharijite Rebirth-Shaykh Abdullah Ali

Posted on April 22, 2013 | No Comments
The tragedy and lost of life at the Boston Marathon has captured the attention of the world. The suspects of this terrible crime, Dzhokhar Tsarnaev and his deceased brother Tamerlan...
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Protected: Breaking the Two Desires-Shaykh Abdullah Ali

Posted on May 6, 2013 | No Comments
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