FAQs

Islamic Finance FAQ Panel: Ask any question

Did you know that over 23% of the world's population is Muslim? Furthermore, there are an estimated 7 Million Muslims in the United States. What are the values of these American Muslims? How are these values compatible with Freedom and Democracy? Why is Islam so mis-understood in today's society? Why aren't they speaking up against violence? How do Muslims view Jews and Christians? Is Islam tolerant of other faiths? Are Muslim women forced to cover?

The Quran

The Quran: What you may not know

Muslims all over the world rever the Quran as the literal word of God. What really is this 14 centuries old book about? How can it contain scientific facts only discovered recently? Muslims claim the book guides them in all walks of life. Isnt that 7th century life they're talking about? Is it practical to use this book in the 21st century?
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American Family

American Family: Challenges & Optimism

In the United States, family was once comprised of a traditional support system involving two married individuals providing care and stability for their biological offspring. However, this two-parent, nuclear family has become less prevalent, and alternative family forms have become more common. The family was created at birth and established ties across generations, where the extended family of aunts, uncles, grandparents, and cousins, held significant emotional and economic roles for the nuclear family.

2:30 PM

Welcome Address and Introduction

Moderator

2:35 PM

Session 1: Frequently Asked Questions about Islam

Time: 2.35 - 4.00pm

Sheikh Yasir Qadhi

Dr. Ingrid Mattson

Sheikh Abdool Rahman Khan

Open Q&A on Common Concerns about Islam

Program: This session will consist of an open Q&A about Hot topics regarding Islam with Straight Responses from the panel. Three renowned Muslim speakers will participate on the panel in this engaging session with questions facilitated by the moderator.

4:15 PM

Session 2 - The Quran- What you may not know

Time: 4.15 - 5.30 pm

Nouman Ali Khan

Yasir Fazaga

Program: Speakers Nouman Ali Khan and Sheikh Yasir Fazaga will enlighten us on the miraculous nature of the Quran. This session is for Muslims and non-Muslims alike.

* This session will focus on the origins of the Quran as well as the linguistic beauty of the Quran, followed by open Q&A.

6:00 PM

Session 3: Islamic Gems for Family Challenges

Time: 6.00 - 7.30 pm

Sheikh Mohammad Magid

Sheikh Waleed Basyouni

Sr. Iman Badawi

family Program: This session is composed of 3 segments (composed of a 20 min presentation followed by 10 mins Q&A from audience). It is aimed at a combined audience of Muslims and non-muslims who are interested in learning about the Islamic perspective on the family. This session will presemt Islamic Family values and dispel common misunderstings.

Speaker 1 - Yasir Fazaga - Compassion and Mercy in Marriage

- roles of parents, children spouses, dealing with conflict

Speaker 2 - Imam Majid - The Family Life of Prophet Muhammad (pbuh)

- examples of Islamic Family values as exemplified by Muhammad (saw)

- Common concerns with respect to Polygamy, age of Aisha (RA)

Speaker 3 - Iman Badawi - Role of Women in Family Life and Society

- how roles compare and contrast with Western values

7:30 PM

Dinner with Guests - Unforgettable delicious delicacies of the East