EP 008// My journey as an Imam Feat. Sh. Ibrahim Hussain
Episode description
On this episode of the "LET'S WALK" we have Sh. Ibrahim Hussain, imam, mediator, leadership educator and loves cars. In other terms he ain't your "typical imam". He shares his journey to be an imam. He also talks about how he's contributing to the community, Muslim community especially in times like these after himself being involved in disputes. Alongside, he talks about how his organizations, Sulha Solutions, Quran Club Toronto, THANKS International and Easy Nikah came into existence, how they are strengthening the community. Join us as he shares his story.
Timestamps:
(00:00) - intro
(00:42) - Did you always know you wanted to be an Imam?
(03:51) - Maintaining a fine balance with secular education and religious education
(07:49) - Birth of Sulha Solutions, Quran Club Toronto and THANKS International
(16:52) - Expanding into different countries
(21:19) - What can the youth do to help reduce Islamophobia despite interfaith gatherings?
(23:05) - What areas can we improve as the youth?
(26:47) - Can one have a strong Muslim identity also be professional?
(31:28) - Why are divorce rates increasing each year? Advice for couples and people looking to get married
(36:57) - Does Islam accommodate the LGBTQ community? Where does Islam stand to including pedophilia in the LGBTQ community?
(44:38) - How his father impacted his life
(50:38) - How has social media changed things being the online shaykh.
(55:45) - PRESPECTIVE
Sh. Ibrahim Hussain
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