Yasir Qadhi

Yasir Qadhi was born in Houston, Texas and completed his primary and secondary education in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. He graduated with a B.Sc. in Chemical Engineering from the University of Houston, after which he was accepted as a student at the Islamic University of Madinah. After completing a diploma in Arabic, he graduated with a B.A. from the College of Hadith and Islamic Sciences. Thereafter, he completed a M.A. in Islamic Theology from the College of Dawah, after which he returned to America and completed his doctorate, in Religious Studies, from Yale University. Currently he is teaching at Rhodes College, in Memphis, TN.

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In this episode, Dr. Yasir Qadhi joins Dr. Imad Dean to discuss their respective academic works on Salafism, with a focus on Dr. Qadhi's comprehensive new book, "Understanding Salafism." They delve into the challenges of studying such a sensitive movement, contrasting insider and outsider perspectives, and examining the appeal and pitfalls of Salafism's direct approach to scripture. The conversation also explores Sheikh Albani's immense influence on hadith studies, the evolution of Salafism in North America, and Dr. Qadhi's personal journey of moving beyond rigid sectarianism. They conclude with a call for greater unity and humility among diverse Islamic movements, prioritizing common challenges over theological disputes.

Jul 11, 2025•1 hr 30 min