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MeccaOne Question Time with Imam Zaid

With MeccaOne Radio: 90.5 FM talk show host Omair Ali. A public call-in and discussion with Imam Zaid Shakir focused on religion, family matters and current affairs issues.
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Serving the Community, Think Outside of the Masjid

Imam Zaid Shakir discusses in detail on how to think outside of the Masjid, and to not be limited by conventional wisdom. Thinking in ways that are consistent with Islam, will make it easier to serve the community.

 
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Descriptions of the Righteous

Imam Zaid Shakir translates lmam Ali’s (RA) insightful description of the possessors of taqwa – the righteous people from a classical text entitled, “Nahjul Balaga”.

 
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Are We Fit To Lead?

Imam Zaid delivered this khutbah in Houston, Texas at Masjid al-Farouq on January, 13, 2006. Alhambra Productions travelled with Imam Zaid, Shaykh Hamza and Zaytuna for a recent community talk in Houston. This inspirational sermon serves as a reminder to all Muslims.

 
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Spirituality and Rehabilitation

Imam Zaid Shakir discusses the unique physical, intellectual and spiritual qualities of the human being and the steps to overcome transgressions, in order to cultivate divine excellence.

 
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Questions from “Reviving The Islamic Spirit” Conference

In this recording, Imam Zaid answers some questions that were asked by attendees at the 2007 Reviving the Islamic Spirit conference.

 
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Imam Zaid Shakir : Back to Basics

Imam Zaid Shakir, returned to the Bay Area on the weekend of May 10, 2009. During his visit, he graced the halls of the Ta’leef Collective (Fremont, CA). Imam Zaid was the keynote speaker for the night. He captivated the audience with an inspirational lecture that reminded us of the work and struggle we need [...]

 
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The Requisites of Leadership

This lecture examines the requisites of leadership at both the individual and the communal level. It emphasizes the importance of good followers as one of the greatest factors aiding good leadership. Imam Zaid mentions some of the trials leaders will encounter at various levels of endeavor. This lecture will prove insightful for community leaders and [...]

 
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Straight Talk to the Youth

An audio podcast from the archives of Imam Zaid Shakir. As the title mentions, Imam Zaid directs some advice and imparts some knowledge to the youth.
This talk is based on Verse 177 of Sura al-Baqara (2:177). Imam Zaid emphasizes the importance of moving beyond the outward manifestations of our religion and internalizing our faith in [...]

 
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Political Violence Revisited – UC Berkeley

In this lecture, Imam Zaid reexamines the issue of political violence and the importance of having an objective standard to describe such violence. The lecture is followed by an insightful question and answer session that sheds further light on the topic and related issues.
Size: 177MB
Date: 1/17/2008
Location: UC Berkeley

 
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