Podcast

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

 
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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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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 [...]

 
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All We Need Is Love – Khutbah

In this Khutbah, Imam Zaid examines the importance of love as a foundation of our families and communities.

 
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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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The Hajj: Meccaone Radio

An audio podcast from the archives of Imam Zaid Shakir. From Meccaone Radio.

 
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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 [...]

 
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‘Id Khutbah 1429 (2008)

 
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Imam Zaid delivered this ‘Id khutbah at the Lighthouse Mosque in Oakland, California on Wednesday, October 1.
Here is a message from Imam Zaid:
I wish to extend warmest ‘Id Greetings to all of you. May Allah bless you all during this blessed season. Here is my ‘Id Khutbah. Insha Allah, you will find some benefit in [...]


Dear Self: A Year In The Life Of A Welfare Mother

 
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It was the year 1973; the Vietnam War was officially over and Watergate was to begin. Pink Floyd’s, Dark Side of the Moon, was the coveted album of the year, reggae music was launched and bell-bottoms were all the rage.
Dear Self: A Year in the Life of a Welfare Mother, chronicles the journal of a [...]