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Omar Suleiman
Imam Omar Suleiman is the Founder and President of the Yaqeen Institute for Islamic Research and a professor of Islamic Studies at Southern Methodist University. He’s also the resident scholar of the Valley Ranch Islamic Center, and Co-Chair of Faith Forward Dallas at Thanks-Giving Square, a multi-faith alliance for peace and justice.
Originally from New Orleans, LA, he began his journey of traditional Islamic learning in the year 2000 and has spent years studying in the United Arab Emirates, Jordan, Malaysia, etc. Upon becoming certified in various traditional sciences, he completed a Bachelor’s degree in Islamic law, a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, a Master’s degree in Islamic Finance, a Master’s Degree in Political History, and is in the process of completing his PhD from the International Islamic University of Malaysia in Islamic Thought and Civilization.
His career started in his hometown of New Orleans where he served as the Imam of the Jefferson Muslim Association in New Orleans for 6 years and directed the ICNA Relief “Muslims for Humanity” Hurricane Katrina Relief effort. It was in this time that he was noted on a national level as being a strong advocate of community service, interfaith dialogue, and social justice. He co-founded the East Jefferson Interfaith Clergy Association and was awarded for his outstanding civic achievement by the Mayor and City Council of New Orleans in 2010.
He then moved to Dallas and became the Resident Scholar of the Valley Ranch Islamic Center in 2013 and more recently, Co-Chair of Faith Forward Dallas at Thanks-Giving Square. In Dallas, he has been a noted leader and voice for peace, and has partaken as a representative of the Muslim Community in many city functions. He has since been a guest at various national functions to share his experiences in community building.
Shaykh Omar most recently founded the Yaqeen Institute for Islamic Research which is a think tank that focuses on instilling conviction based on Islamic texts, and producing contribution. He also founded M.U.H.S.E.N (Muslims Understanding and Helping Special Education Needs), a nonprofit umbrella organization serving the community to establish a more inclusive “Special Friendly” environment for our Brothers & Sisters of all Disabilities.
Latest episodes
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Mar 29, 2024 • 12min
Taraweeh Reflections - 10 Tips For The Last 10 Nights
Optimize your final days of Ramadan with 10 tips for the last 10 nights, including the benefits of praying behind multiple imams, surpassing Quran reading goals, and increasing dua. Guidance on enhancing spirituality through continuous supplication, deeper prayers, and acts of charity, while emphasizing the importance of secret charity and seeking forgiveness in the final crucial nights.
Mar 28, 2024 • 11min
Why Me #19 Why Did They Have To Die
Discussing the spiritual aspect of why individuals pass away, honoring the departed through good deeds, and finding solace in memories. Exploring grief, good deeds, and the Sunnah of grieving, embracing loss with patience and gratitude.
Mar 28, 2024 • 1h 40min
Justice
Mar 27, 2024 • 11min
Why Me #18 How Do I Find Love In Loneliness
Exploring the human desire for companionship and the impact of isolation. Emphasizing the role of family and community in combating loneliness. Reflecting on Prophet Sala'a, Wa'ri wasalam's teachings on marriage and personal growth. Delving into finding spiritual fulfillment in deepening one's connection with Allah and balancing existing relationships with openness to new connections.
Mar 27, 2024 • 11min
Taraweeh Reflections - The Coolness Of My Eyes
Exploring the concept of ultimate coolness in prayer, emotional tears shed, symbolism of cold and hot tears, divine love and promises of paradise in worship
Mar 26, 2024 • 10min
Why Me #17 I Didn't Mean To Hurt You
Exploring self-reflection after avoiding a mistake, navigating relationships with forgiveness and humility, reflecting on regret and seeking forgiveness through historical anecdotes
Mar 26, 2024 • 15min
Get Out of Your Comfort Zone
Exploring the levels of dedication in prayer, the podcast discusses sacrifices for worship, eagerness for paradise, and honoring community members like doctors for their unwavering faith and selflessness.
Mar 25, 2024 • 13min
Taraweeh Khatira - How Allah Speaks About Al-Aqsa
Exploring the significance of Masidul-Aqsa in Quranic stories, its historical importance in Islamic traditions, the concept of oppression in regards to Al-Aqsa, ongoing oppression in Palestine, and the call for action to defend Al-Aqsa and stand in solidarity against oppression.
Mar 25, 2024 • 11min
Why Me #16 Why Do They Get The Life I Want
Exploring the complexities of envy and blessings, the podcast discusses how to navigate comparing one's life to others. It delves into sacrifices for faith, trusting in a higher plan, and finding unexpected blessings amidst perceived injustice.
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Mar 24, 2024 • 9min
Why Me #15 What If I Could Have Changed Things
The podcast explores the effects of 'what if' scenarios, highlighting the importance of perspective and cautioning against negative fixation. It also delves into the role of 'if' in spiritual growth, emphasizing the opportunity for learning and acceptance in 'if only' moments.
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