Episode 160: The Nation of Islam, the Legacy of Imam Warith Deen Mohammed, and Islam in the Bay with Imam Faheem Shuiabe Part 1

Another huge bucket list item for the show, we delve into the life and legacy of Imam Faheem Shuaibe, a prominent figure in the American Muslim community and heir to the life and legacy of Imam Warith Deen Muhammed(ra). The riveting conversation follows Imam Faheem's life and journey to Islam which in turn beautifully serves as the vehicle to explore the often overlooked years (1965-1975) of the Nation of Islam as well as the importance of it's founder, the Honorable Elijah Muhammed and his spiritual mentor, the enigmatic figure of Master Fard Muhammad.

Along the way, we cover the growth and presence of the Nation in Oakland and San Francisco, a thought-provoking look at the mystical origins of the Nation, and an insight into its approach to social engineering. The conversation is so wide-ranging and detailed that this is just Part 1 of the legend that is Imam Faheem Shuaibe (Masha'Allah)!

About Imam Faheem Shuiabe      

Imam Faheem Shuaibe has been the Resident Imam of Masjidul Waritheen in Oakland, California for 43 years.  He has been married to Yolanda Mahasin Shuaibe for 53years. They have 4 children and 9 grandchildren. Faheem is a lifelong student Of Imam Warith Deen Mohammed.

He is the founder of M.A.R.I.A.M. (Muslim American Research Institute Advocating Marriage), A Clear Understanding Institute and The Sacred Life Project (A public language codification project focused on the language, logic and legacy of Imam Warith Deen Mohammed). Imam Faheem Shuaibe was inducted into the African American Intellectual Royal Family by the Institute for the Advance Study of Black Family Life and Culture. Imam Shuaibe addresses diverse audiences across the country on a wide range of topics of religion, world politics, human relationships and societal evolution.

His commentary on contemporary issues have been cited by the Muslim Journal, The Wall Street Journal, the Oakland Tribune, the San Francisco Chronicle, the San Jose Mercury news, the New York Times, the Los Angeles Times, National Geographic, USA Today, The Christian Science Monitor and others. Faheem was a major consultant to several award winning PBS film projects on Islam in America.