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The story of the Al-Rahmah Hospital, how South African Muslim philanthropy is bringing healing to a traumatised Syria.

In this rich conversation, Dr. Sa'diyya Shaikh, Professor in the Study of Religions at the University of Cape Town, shares her personal journey of growing up as a Muslim in South Africa during the apartheid era and how this informs her study of Islam and worldview. With a profound interest in Sufism, Sa'diyya explores the intersection of spirituality, gender ethics, feminist theory, and social justice, illuminating how these realms influence each other.As a scholar-activist, Sa'diyya brings humility from her spiritual practice and a unique approach to liberation theology, motivating her to fight for the oppressed. She delves into the spiritual legacy of Islam, emphasizing how Muslims can engage with the Divine through attributes. Sa'diyya rejects the gendered limitations of the Divine, suggesting that Muslims can cultivate both power (Jalali) and beauty (Jamali) within themselves. Her extensive work includes interpretations of Islamic texts, Islamic feminism, and the embodied ethics of contemporary Muslim women. Sa'diyya also shares insights on balancing emotional and spiritual health with family and work life demands.Sa'diyya Shaikh specializes in the study of Islam, gender ethics, and feminist theory, with a special interest in Sufism. Her study of Islam began with an abiding interest in existential questions and a commitment to social justice – much of her work is animated by interest and curiosity about the relationship between the realms of the spiritual and the political. She has published on interpretations of the Qur'an, hadith, and Sufi texts; Islamic feminism; religions and gender-based violence; Sufism and Islamic Law; contemporary Muslim women's embodied ethics; and marriage, sexuality, and reproductive choices amongst South African Muslim women. Sa'diyya is the author of Sufi Narratives of Intimacy: Ibn ʿArabī, Gender, and Sexuality (2012) and co-author and editor of The Women's Khutbah Book: Contemporary Sermons on Spirituality and Justice from Around the World (2022) In her current work on ethics and Sufism, as well as in her own spiritual life, Sa'diyya draws on the inspiration, transmission, writings and teachings of several contemporary Sufi teachers including Shaykh Muhammad Rahim Bawa Muhiyadin (rahmatullah alayhi), Shaykha Cemal Nur Sargut, Shaykh Fadhlalla Haeri and Shaykha Fawzia Al-Rawi.Support the Show.Find out more about Rose's work here: https://lnk.bio/dr.rose.aslanWebsite: https://compassionflow.comSupport Rahma with Rose so I can keep producing more episodes here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2197727/supporters/new Music credits: Vocals: Zeynep Dilara Aslan; Ney/drum: Elif Önal; Tanbur: Katherine Hreib; Rebap: Hatice Gülbahar Hepsev

What is Islamic Liberation Theology? Listen in as we speak to Professor Farid Esack on how we may utilise Islamic liberation theology in our fight for justice Farid Esack (born 1955 in Wynberg, Cape Town) is a South African Muslim scholar, writer, and political activist known for his opposition to apartheid, his appointment by Nelson Mandela as a gender equity commissioner, and his work for inter-religious dialogue.   I.G. @TheGambian @MetalMaoMustafa   Twitter: @MomodouTaal @AshaariML

Recently, South African Muslim women wearing the hijab have complained about unfair treatment by OR Tambo Airport security members, with more than 300 persons related their experiences. Besides media reports detailing the grievances of aggrieved individuals, social media is buzzing with posts describing humiliating searches based on targeted profiling. These reports, which include complaints of full body searches and the request to remove the headscarf, have sparked outrage and fuelled the perception of unfair harassment experienced by Muslim travellers. It has prompted the question: "Is it fair to claim that OR Tambo International Airport (ORT) in Johannesburg is attaining notoriety as South Africa's leading institution where Islamophobia is rampant?" It also prompted the National Freedom Party (NFP) to condemn the reports swiftly and saw them call for an urgent investigation into ORT's security policy. The United Ulema Council of South Africa and the Muslim Judicial Council have met with representatives from ACSA to discuss the issues. Today Radio Islam International held a panel discussion with Airports Company of South Africa's Group Executive: Enterprise Security and Compliance, General Mzwandile Petros and Jabulani Khambule, Regional General Manager for ACSA, to provide clarity on the issues raised.

Esteemed Islamic scholar Mufti Ismail Menk says while South African Muslim scholars have differed on the matter of temporary masaajid closures during the lockdown, some people who are against the restrictions have incited their followers through their constant abuse and use of derogatory descriptions to threaten those who oppose them to the extent of violence and killing.

Zaakera, Senior Program Manager at Microsoft shares her experiences as a South African Muslim woman pursuing success in the technology space – the challenges this brought and impact it had on becoming the profound person she is today.

You going to enjoy this episode. Safiyyah is a graduate of Arabic and Islamic Studies, currently completing her M.A in Islam with a focus on gender. She is an avid writer, dabbling in freelance journalism and a community activist, concerned mainly with Muslim women’s issues, advocating for the participation of Muslim women at all levels of religious life.  She is a contributor to Muslimah Media Watch, where she critiques representations of Muslim women in the media. Safiyyah is also a teaching fellow in the Study of Islam at the University of Johannesburg. She has worked at the Afro-Middle East Centre previously. She is the co-founder of Faithworks, a network of South African Muslim women, running activities like halaqat, retreats, interfaith & solidarity events, film screenings and more. Safiyyah serves on the committee of Masjid ul-Islam, where she serves the congregation. She lives in Johannesburg with her husband Ebrahim and their twin girls. If you interested in the Johannesburg Conference in 2018 (April) please pre-register here. AccidentalMuslims.com is self funded and a community one – so please share this episode – the more reach, the more impact. In collaboration with Proudly Muslims of South Africa - an organisation that aims to address the negative stigma associated with Muslims by highlighting the amazing humanitarian work that’s being carried out by Muslims in South Africa. Disclaimer: The views/opinions expressed on this podcast are those of our guests and may be different from yours, however AccidentalMuslims.com encourages respect for diversity of views. We are all different and in our differences there are opportunities to learn - Insha-Allah!

"Speak your mind. One day it will be OK!" - Muhammad Zakaria Suleman We kicking off our first episode from Durban with Muhammad Zakaria. He speaks about 'clerking' for the Judge of the Constitutional Court but before that he studied Architecture? huh! We asked him whether South African law is tight and more progressive than other countries. The importance of not only breaking social boundaries within the South African Muslim community, but also intellectual boundaries. Muhammad Zakaria speaks about his 'successes' and dealings with Refugees/Schools and how it impacted him and his career. He goes deep about excellence, ego and gratitude. You going to find this episode very interesting (they all are!) We thrive you on your feedback! Reminder about our Cape Town Leadership Conference on the 30th September at the Baxter Theatre. You may purchase your tickets here. Enjoy! AccidentalMuslims.com is self funded and a community one – so please share this episode – the more reach, the more impact. Disclaimer: The views/opinions expressed on this podcast are those of our guests and may be different from yours, however AccidentalMuslims.com encourages respect for diversity of views. We are all different and in our differences there are opportunities to learn - Inshallah!

South African Muslim scholar and author Farid Esack suggests guides for approaching The Qur'an and discusses aspects of interpreting and reading the Muslim holy book with Barbara Nimri Aziz. (Part four from our wide-ranging discussion during Esack's recent visit to New York.)