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Growing up, we’re taught to “Obey Allah and obey the Messenger ﷺ” and reminded of the Prophet’s ﷺ unparalleled example. Yet, when faced with skepticism—in college, work, or society—questions can start to weigh on us: How do we really know the message of our Prophet ﷺ is from Allah? How can we be sure the stories in the Quran are more than myths, and that Prophethood remains relevant today?

In this course, we’ll explore the core proofs of Prophethood that affirm our belief, drawing from historical, rational, and spiritual perspectives. We’ll address common doubts, such as “How do you know Muhammad didn’t write the Quran?” and “I heard your Prophet said this…”

Join us to gain clarity and confidence in the timeless message and mission of the Prophets (peace be upon them).

About The Instructor:

Shaykh Mohammad Elshinawy holds a Bachelors in Islamic Studies from Mishkah University, and another Bachelors in English Literature from Brooklyn College (NYC). In addition to Yaqeen Institute, he serves as the religious director at the IECPA (Allentown, Pennsylvania), and an instructor at Al-Maghrib Institute, MishkahU, and Legacy IOHS. He has translated dozens of books and research papers into English, has authored “The Final Prophet: Proof for the Prophethood of Muhammad,” and co-authored “When the Stars Prostrated: Meditations on Surat Yusuf” and “The Prophet of Mercy.”

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In recent times, a wave of criticism has emerged surrounding certain hadiths deemed problematic due to claims that they are irrational, unscientific, impossible, or contradictory. However, we know that our Deen is complete and without contradiction, and so each hadith that appears challenging has a nuanced explanation grounded in scholarly literature.

This course offers key principles and frameworks for understanding such narrations, serving as a valuable resource for Muslims who may feel troubled by these hadiths. Participants will learn beginner-level practical tools for assessing the authenticity of hadiths and effective methods for approaching challenging narrations. We’ll explore resources, techniques, and actionable insights to help clarify misunderstandings and bring peace to the seeking heart.

About The Instructor:

Shaykh Muntasir Zaman is an instructor at Qalam. He is a faculty member at the Qalam Seminary where he teaches Fiqh, Usul, and Advanced Hadith studies. 

He graduated from the ‘alimiyyah program of the Madrasah ‘Arabiyyah Islamiyyah in South Africa. He then completed the Ifta program and a course specializing in the field of hadith. He holds an MA in Islamic Studies from the Markfield Institute of Higher Education in Leicester, England. He writes articles, book reviews, and translations of classical Islamic literature on his website hadithnotes.org.

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Life can feel overwhelming in today's world. From personal struggles with self-worth and purpose to societal challenges of despair and disconnection, many of us are left asking: Is there hope after hardship? Does Allah ﷻ see and care for me in my darkest moments

Surah al-Duha speaks directly to these questions, offering a timeless message of resilience and renewal. Revealed to the Prophet ﷺ during a period of distress, it reassures us all that darkness is temporary, and divine mercy is ever near.

In this course, we’ll explore the historical context, themes, and linguistic beauty of Surah al-Duha. How do we overcome feelings of abandonment? How do we find gratitude in hard times? And how does this surah inspire us to move forward with faith when the path is unclear?

About The Instructor:

Mufti Abdul Wahab Waheed was born and raised in Ann Arbor, MI. He began Islamic studies at Jaamiah al-Uloom al-Islamiyyah in Canada where he became a Hafiz at the age of 11. Upon the completion of his Tahfeedhul Ul Quran, Mufti Abdul Wahab decided to continue his studies in Islamic sciences. He started his 7-year Shariah program in Toronto, Canada, and went even further to pursue higher education of Hadith in Karachi, Pakistan. Mufti Abdul Wahab completed his Hadith Intensive at the renowned Islamic University founded by Sheikh Yusuf Binori RA known as Jamia Binoritown, where he had the fortune of studying under teachers who had received their Ijaazat from Al- Azhar, Madina University, and Ummul Qura.

Upon graduation, Mufti Abdul Wahab wanted to pursue his passion in understanding and education in the field of Islamic Jurisprudence and Law. He started his studies at Al Ihsan Institute located in Vancouver, B.C., specializing in Islamic Jurisprudence and Iftā’ under his professors while simultaneously teaching Fiqh and Hadith in the same school. During this time period, he was also serving as a Khateeb and lecturer in the province of British Colombia. He also traveled extensively across North America for Dawah purposes. Throughout his travels, Mufti Abdul Wahab addresses communities across the United States on a wide range of Islamic topics and Inshallah, continues to do so with the Tawfiq of Allah SWT. Mufti Abdul Wahab is a Co-founder at Miftaah Institute and also is a Co-Founder and Director at Michigan Islamic Institute.

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The history of Islam in America is deeply intertwined with the foundation of the country itself, particularly through its presence in early Black American communities. While the resilience of Islam among enslaved Africans and their descendants is often acknowledged, less attention is given to the profound influence Islamic thought has had in shaping concepts of personal reform and social development in the U.S. 

This course will explore the enduring Islamic legacy first introduced by enslaved West Africans and its evolution within Black American communities. We will examine how Islam addressed not only pressing theological questions of resistance to oppression through faith but also pressing social challenges, such as the rise of urban poverty and systemic oppression. We will also explore Islam’s contributions—both direct and indirect—to the conceptualization of civil and human rights, with a focus on influential figures such as El-Hajj Malik El-Shabazz (Malcolm X) and the transformative role Islam played in his life and activism. 

The course will conclude by reflecting on the implications of this legacy for personal and social reform in the lives of Muslims today, encouraging participants to consider how these lessons can motivate contemporary efforts for social justice and personal development.

About The Instructor:

Dr. Husain Lateef is an assistant professor at the George Warren Brown School at Washington University in St. Louis. As a youth, Dr. Lateef studied the Qur’an and Islamic Studies at the Islamic Center of Tempe (ICC Tempe) located in Tempe, Arizona. He completed his undergraduate education in Psychology at Morehouse College and later completed his master's and doctoral education in Social Work from the University of Michigan and Arizona State University. Dr. Lateef's research explores cultural and community-based factors influencing violence among high-risk male Black youth. His research focuses on how culture and positive ethnic identity socialization may contribute to bolstering Positive Youth Development (PYD) in this population. After years of working to support juvenile lifers who had been serving life-without-parole sentences in prison, his research is also aimed at improving the outcomes of former system-involved youth.

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Today’s world often demands quick answers and uniformity, leaving many Muslims confused or uneasy about differences in Islamic rulings. These differences are often a recurring source of sectarian conflict in our communities. Why do scholars disagree on issues like the details of prayer, zakat calculations, what invalidates fasting, or the permissibility of certain investments? If all rulings come from the Quran and Sunnah, why do scholars reach different conclusions on the same issue? Should we view these differences as a mercy or a misfortune? How can two authentic narrations from the Messenger of Allah ﷺ appear to contradict one another? And when is it acceptable for Muslims to differ on religious matters?

These challenges are not new, nor are they merely academic. They touch the core of how we approach faith in a diverse and globalized world. In this course, we’ll explore the roots of these differences, tracing them back to the time of the Prophet ﷺ, his Companions, and the early Imams. Through real examples, we’ll uncover how apparent contradictions in hadiths were resolved and how nuanced methodologies in interpreting the Quran and Sunnah gave rise to the rich tradition of Islamic jurisprudence.

About The Instructor:

Shaykh Hamzah Imtiaz currently serves as the Resident Scholar at the Islamic Foundation of Greater St. Louis (IFGSTL) in St. Louis, Missouri. He holds several ijāzahs (teaching licenses) in the Islamic sciences as a result of his 6 year journey of seeking knowledge. He studied under some of the world's leading Muslim scholars, including Mawlana Tariq Jameel and Mufti Taqi Usmani, the grand Mufti of Pakistan, and Mufti Muhammad Zahid, one of the leading experts on Hadīth Studies today.

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In a world of common misconceptions, communicating Islam’s depth and beauty requires more than informal conversation—it benefits from a structured, thoughtful approach. This course equips you to present Islam clearly and authentically to diverse audiences, from students to seniors, Christians, and atheists.

You’ll learn to create engaging presentations on essential topics like the Prophet’s role, the Quran’s significance, our views on other faiths, and how Islam intersects with culture. Gain practical tools to read your audience, address questions effectively, and manage common concerns raised by Christians and atheists.

With interactive sessions and real-life examples, this course will prepare you to share Islam with confidence, respect, and clarity.

About The Instructor:

Imam Huzaifa Hamirani is the current Imam/Religious director at the Islamic Center of Round Rock, he has served as an Imam at Northwest Islamic Center Of Saint Louis and Imam/youth director at the Islamic Society Of Greenville, South Carolina. Shaykh Huzaifa studied the traditional Islamic sciences for 6 years abroad in the city of the Prophet (S), Al Madinah Al Munawarrah with many distinguished scholars and professors, and received a diploma in Arabic and a bachelor's degree in comparative Islamic Law and Legal Philosophy from the Islamic University of Madinah. He also studied in the Prophet's Mosque, Masjid Nabawi and received several diplomas and teaching licenses (ijāzāt) in the various disciplines.