Yasir Qadhi Five Signs of Extremism - We Were WARNED
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Oct 17, 2025 Dive into the dangers of extremism within Western Muslim communities. Discover how the decline in religious observance is linked to weak faith. Unpack the appeal of youth-led movements and the unrealistic visions that often come with them. Warning signs like sweet slogans hiding hypocrisy and obsession with policing other Muslims are critically examined. Reflect on the psychological drivers of fundamentalism and the importance of moderation as conveyed through prophetic teachings.
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Hidden Low Levels Of Practice
- The Western Muslim community often practices far less religiosity than it appears, shown by Eid attendance far exceeding Jumu'ah attendance.
- Yasir Qadhi warns that overall iman is weak and only a minority truly practice core obligations regularly.
Choosing Wisdom Over Youthful Fatwas
- Yasir Qadhi recounts his experience questioning whether to take a job in a town without Jumu'ah and asking youthful activists for guidance.
- He sought a senior scholar's counsel, accepted the job, and later established Jumu'ah there.
Fanaticism Precedes Laxity Historically
- Early deviations in Islamic history were from overzealousness, not laxity, and the Quran and Sunnah warn more about fanaticism.
- Fanaticism is a 'religious disease' harder to cure than spiritual laxity because it masquerades as piety.
