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Righteous Actions and Reliance OnAllah’s Mercy – Eid Al Fitr 2011
On Eid Al Fitr 2011, Imam Zaid Shakir discussed righteous actions, reliance on Allah’s Mercy and sacrifice for those who believe.
Building Opportunities for People with Disabilities
On March 13, 2011, as the keynote speaker, Imam Zaid Shakir advocates accessibility for the disabled at the Campaign 2011 Gala Dinner held in Mississauga, Canada .
Imam Zaid Eid Al Fitr 2010 Greeting
Assalamualaikum,
Those who are killed by murderous weapons, flood waters and collapsing buildings are martyrs before God and those who live in repressed poverty are considered among the first dwellers of Heaven. Their suffering in this world is truly a greater trial for the rest of us. For [...]
The Marginalised In Society, In Memory Of Imran Sabir
On the 5th of October at the Destiny Church in Glasgow an event was held to commemorate the life of Imran Sabir. Taken from the blurb of the book ‘Living With Blindness’, he was brought up in Glasgow suffering from LOGIC syndrom and serious respiratory problems with only one functioning lung. [...]
Imam Zaid Shakir - The Marginalised In Society, In Memory Of Imran Sabir: Play Now | Play in Popup | DownloadLegacy One Radio ”Objection” Part 2
February 25, 2010
Imam Zaid Shakir joins Reem Salahi to talk about the significance of African-American history in honor of Black History Month. He discusses lessons Muslims can learn from the Civil Rights Movement. The show also includes clips from Malcolm X’s speeches.
Legacy One Radio ”Objection” Part 1
February 25, 2010
Imam Zaid Shakir joins Reem Salahi to talk about the significance of African-American history in honor of Black History Month. He discusses lessons Muslims can learn from the Civil Rights Movement. The show also includes clips from Malcolm X’s speeches.
Imam Zaid Shakir responds to the tragedy at Fort Hood.
KPFA Morning Show – November 13, 2009. Wrapping up the show: Imam Zaid Shakir and Hamza Van Boom were the in studio to discuss Islam and the attack at Fort Hood. Listen in at 01:35:00 mark.
Source: http://www.kpfa.org/archive/id/56149
Read Imam Zaid’s article about his response to the tragedy at Fort Hood.
From Imam Zaid:
This is my response to [...]
Scattered Pictures – Reflections of an American Muslim
Imam Zaid provides some insights on the relevance of this important book. A timely book for those living in the West or interested about Islam on a global scale. Purchase the book here: http://bit.ly/scpic
Martin and Malcolm Slideshow with Dr. Cornell West and Imam Zaid Shakir
This special slideshow is taken from the DVD, “Malcolm and Martin: Implications of their Legacies for the Future”.
Featuring a spoken word performance of Dr. Cornell West’s critically acclaimed piece, “3Ms”
This slideshow features photos taken from the December 2005 event in Oakland, California.
To purchase the DVD, please click here: Malcolm & Martin
Martin and Malcolm Slideshow with Dr. Cornell West and Imam Zaid Shakir: Play Now | Play in Popup | DownloadStraight 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 [...]
