The Bitcoin Standard Podcast 191. Bitcoin and Islamic Law with Muaawiyah Tucker
Oct 17, 2023
Muaawiyah Tucker, Bitcoiner, programmer, and Islamic scholar, discusses how Bitcoin is compatible with Islamic law and the problems faced by Muslim countries due to fiat currency. They highlight the unique properties of Bitcoin, emphasizing its fairness and non-controlled nature. The chapter also explores the challenges of tokenization and the concept of Zakhar in Islamic law.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Bitcoin as an Alternative to Traditional Banking
03:02 • 18min
The Transition to Fiat Currency in Saudi Arabia: A Fatwa and its Legitimacy
20:49 • 18min
Debating Fiat Money and Islamic Law
38:45 • 2min
Physical Bitcoin and Fiat Money
40:23 • 26min
Bitcoin: A Halal Solution to Fiat Currency
01:06:44 • 18min
The Limitations of Tokenization and the Need for Authority
01:24:33 • 12min
The Concept of Zakhar in Islamic Law
01:36:33 • 11min
The Islamic Stance on Bitcoin and Educating Muslims
01:47:27 • 4min