Abdullah Oduro
Muslim Central
Fellow, Head of Convert Resources
Abdullah Oduro is a first generation Ghanian native that converted to Islam in 1997. He graduated from the College of Islamic Law from the University of AlMadinah in 2007. He conducts public speeches, sermons, lectures, and workshops around the US on Islamic Law, self-improvement, and convert life. He is currently the Imam at the Islamic Center of Coppell and Lewisville in Dallas, TX. He resides in Dallas, TX with his wife and four children.
Having recently joined Yaqeen Institute for Islamic Research as a Scholar, Shaykh Abdullah Oduro leads a team providing unique and comprehensive resources for new Muslim converts and institutional convert care.
Abdullah Oduro is a first generation Ghanian native that converted to Islam in 1997. He graduated from the College of Islamic Law from the University of AlMadinah in 2007. He conducts public speeches, sermons, lectures, and workshops around the US on Islamic Law, self-improvement, and convert life. He is currently the Imam at the Islamic Center of Coppell and Lewisville in Dallas, TX. He resides in Dallas, TX with his wife and four children.
Having recently joined Yaqeen Institute for Islamic Research as a Scholar, Shaykh Abdullah Oduro leads a team providing unique and comprehensive resources for new Muslim converts and institutional convert care.
Episodes
Mentioned books
Apr 19, 2024 • 42min
Iman Cave - Confidence Through Combat Sports
The expert in combat sports and martial arts, Iman Cave, discusses the history and cultural differences between Afghanistan and the United States, emphasizing the use of martial arts for self-defense. They highlight the importance of discipline, focus, and confidence in learning skills to protect oneself and family, as well as the significance of positive affirmations for children to achieve goals.
Apr 17, 2024 • 13min
Nightly Reminder 15-04-2024
Apr 13, 2024 • 34min
Jummah Khutbah 12-04-2024
Apr 9, 2024 • 12min
Invocations of God #23 Equips us for Life
The podcast delves into the inner battle against temptations, utilizing tools from Allah for spiritual combat. It discusses imprisoning negative tendencies for inner peace, reflection on resilience, and the depth of patience in Islamic practice.
Apr 8, 2024 • 13min
Invocations of God #24 The reality of this life
Exploring the fleeting nature of life, resisting temptation, contemplating the impermanence of worldly affairs, prioritizing actions for the hereafter over worldly gains
Apr 7, 2024 • 8min
Invocations of God #22 Weapons for the War
Exploring the struggle against negative influences and the importance of intellect and divine guidance in overcoming temptations. Discussing how to navigate life's challenges with the right guidance and stay true to one's faith.
Apr 6, 2024 • 11min
Invocations of God #21 Reality of Mercy
Podcast explores Allah's mercy through guidance in the fight against Shaitan, internal struggles between ego and consciousness, self-discipline amidst temptations, and managing influences on decision-making for a virtuous life.
Apr 6, 2024 • 30min
Jummah Khutbah 05-04-2024
Mar 31, 2024 • 9min
Invocations of God #20 Not Obsessive Nor Excessive
Exploring the significance of balance in religious practices to avoid extremes, the importance of following the Sunnah while avoiding excessive worship, emphasizing self-control, humility, and avoiding extremes in actions of worship.
Mar 30, 2024 • 11min
Invocations of God #19 Good deeds vs. Bad deeds
The podcast delves into the importance of good deeds and repentance in Islam, focusing on Jesus' actions, sincerity in intentions, and the transformative power of returning to Islam. It emphasizes the significance of genuine repentance and the impact it has on absolving past wrongdoings.
