Omar Suleiman Building The Prophets
Nov 15, 2025
Imam Omar Suleiman is the founding president of the Yaqeen Institute and a prominent figure in community leadership. He discusses the vibrant role of the Prophet’s Mosque as a community hub, balancing the needs of youth and elders, and how mosques can serve as resilient political spaces amid global challenges. Omar emphasizes the importance of cooperation among diverse mosques, shares urgent calls for community support regarding immigration issues, and highlights a vision for inclusive community life.
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Mosque As Civic And Spiritual Center
- The Prophet's mosque was the civic heart: worship, social service, diplomacy, and governance coexisted there.
- The masjid grounded people spiritually while hosting all societal functions in one communal space.
Balance Youth Welcoming With Elder Respect
- Balance youth mercy and elder respect by actively listening and adjusting to moments without disrupting the mosque's equilibrium.
- Consult widely and spend short personal time to defuse conflict and build trust before problems escalate.
Facing Armed Protests In Dallas
- Dallas mosques faced armed protests and responded variably with dialogue, flowers, or showing principled strength.
- Imam Omar recounts both de-escalation by conversation and deterrence by visible, disciplined strength.