Podcast
KALW – CrossCurrents – Zaytuna College with Imam Zaid Shakir
Imam Zaid appeared on CrossCurrents to discuss the opening of Zaytuna College.
Zaytuna College will be the first Islamic college in the country, based right here in Berkeley. The syllabus will include Islamic studies, and the humanities like history, and philosophy. One of the people making it happen is Imam Zaid Shakir, an African-American convert to [...]
Treatise for the Seekers of Guidance
Imam Zaid shares key points in the book, Treatise for the Seekers of Guidance that he translated and provided commentary. Among some of the key points include moral psychology, finding balance between hope and fear, attaining taqwa (God consciousness) and much more. This book is rooted in the Quran and the Prophetic Way. A book [...]
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.
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
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.
Economic anxiety? Give charity and remain steadfast.
On October 25, 2008, Imam Zaid was invited to speak at Muslim Alliance of North America (MANA) event in Santa Clara, California. Imam Zaid gave advice on how to conduct yourself during an economic crisis. He also reminded us about the importance of charity especially in difficult times. Advice was also dispensed in regards to [...]
All We Need Is Love – Khutbah
In this Khutbah, Imam Zaid examines the importance of love as a foundation of our families and communities.
American Muslims – Obama, the Change, and the Crossroads – Imam Zaid Shakir
Lecture on “Obama and American Muslims: The Way Forward” given at Columbia University on Thanksgiving Weekend, 2008. This event was conducted with Shaykh Faraz Rabbani. With special thanks to Shaykh Faraz for the recording. Original link here: http://www.seekersdigest.org/?p=126
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An audio podcast from the archives of Imam Zaid Shakir. From Meccaone Radio.
The Spiritual Struggle
In this brief address, Imam Zaid discusses how the essence of our humanity transcends our physical composition. It is through the heart, spirit, and soul that the human is distinguished and rendered unique in creation. To maintain that uniqueness it is important for us to remain conscious of what it means to carry the banner [...]
