Omar Suleiman
Muslim Central
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.
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.
Episodes
Mentioned books
Jun 19, 2016 • 34min
Ramadan 2016 - Quran 30 for 30 - Day 13
Quran 30 For 30 - Day 13 - Al Hijr and Al Nahl
June 18, 2016
Jun 19, 2016 • 10min
If Allah Raises You No One Can Bring You Down
Ramadan Khatirah
June 18, 2016
Jun 19, 2016 • 7min
Seek Allahs Pleasure When Most Are Slacking Off
Powerful Ramadan Reminder
June 17, 2016
Jun 19, 2016 • 38min
Ramadan 2016 - Quran 30 for 30 - Day 12
Quran 30 for 30 - Day 12 - Yusuf & Ibrahim
June 17, 2016
Jun 19, 2016 • 7min
Prepare for Laylatul Qadr
Learn about the importance of striving for Allah's pleasure during overlooked moments in Ramadan. Discover the value of every night in Ramadan for mercy, forgiveness, and escape from hellfire. Encourage self-accountability and seeking Allah's mercy every night in Ramadan for spiritual growth.
Jun 17, 2016 • 34min
Ramadan 2016 - Quran 30 for 30 - Day 11
Quran 30 For 30 - Day 11 - Hud & Yusuf
June 16, 2016
Jun 17, 2016 • 41min
Ramadan 2016 - Quran 30 for 30 - Day 10
Quran 30 for 30 - Day 10 - Tawba, Yunus & Hud
June 15, 2016
Jun 17, 2016 • 11min
The Believers In Paradise Rejoice
Ramadan 2016: Quranic gem from Surah Yunus
June 15, 2016
Jun 17, 2016 • 37min
Ramadan 2016 - Quran 30 for 30 - Day 9
Quran 30 for 30 - Day 9 - Al Anfal and Al Tawba
June 14, 2016
Jun 14, 2016 • 28min
Ramadan 2016 - Quran 30 for 30 - Day 8
Quran 30 for 30 - Day 8 - Al A'raf and Al Anfal
June 13, 2016
Juz 9
Al A'raaf - The Heights
A Barrier between Paradise & the Hellfire on which those people whose good deeds and bad deeds are equal will sit. Allah's mercy overtakes them and they enter into paradise. SubhanAllah.
In the previous Surah Allah's mentions that whenever they insisted on turning away from guidance, we opened for them every door of good for them but it didn't fulfil them or they were taken by death, left in complete despair.
If only the people had believed good and blessings would have come to them.
V101 - The stories of the people of disbelief come to you so you are informed of their destruction or their bad ends due to denying the truth despite the truth coming to them constantly. Their hearts are sealed.
The story of Musa and the magicians who eventually believe in Allah. The magicians throw their staffs first appearing to be snakes. When Musa (as) throws his staff it becomes a snake and eats all their snakes, they accept Islam thereafter. Allah gives aid to Islam often using those who want to destroy Islam.
The threats of the Pharoah towards the believers among his people are mentioned, always along the lines of persecution. Abu Jahl was the Pharoah of our time - the makkans would persecuted the new muslims.
A'raaf - Anfaal
Persecution of Pharoah did not work and the persecution of the Makkans will not work because they will be successful. "Spoils of War"
This Juz deals with the Battle of Badr.
Those who establish the prayer and give charity are the true believers and have a high position with their lord.
V7 - Victory is granted to the believers. Those establish truth and abolish falsehood no matter what!
Tastagheefuna rabbakum - Call upon your Lord. Muhammad (saw) spent the night praying to Allah for victory at Badr.
Why did Allah send Angels? Why so many angels (3000)? Why did they have to come for victory. Allah sent it as a glad tiding to the believers - to ease their heart. The believers saw the affect of the angels.... Reaffirm their faith and to ensure them that victory comes from Allah alone. In Badr - The victory came to those who believed. Never lose trust in Allah.
"Oh you who believe respond to Allah and respond to the Messenger when they call you to that which gives you life."
This message - The Quran, the guidance- gives life to the heart! Stick with Allah and nothing will phase you!
