AQIDA | Yasir Qadhi, Asrar Rashid, Shadee Elmasry | NBF 267

For in-depth insights and exclusive updates, subscribe to our newsletter here - https://www.bit.ly/SafinaNewsletter Video Chapters: 00:00 | Coming Up 01:47 | Introduction of Guests 03:15 | Applied Aqeedah (Islamic Creed) for Everyday Muslims 06:35 | Core Aspects of Theology from the Quran 09:36 | Importance of Basic Tenets in Daily Life 11:09 | Intellectual Non-Scholars and Exposure to Knowledge 12:28 | Theological Responses to Modern Challenges 12:57 | Re-evaluating Religious Discourse 16:10 | The Need for a New Discourse 16:52 | Application of Classical Theology to Modern Issues 21:05 | The Importance of Rebutting Doubts 21:53 | Methodology for Addressing Modern Challenges 23:00 | Differences and Similarities in Theological Approaches 24:41 | Underlying Presumptions of Movements 26:04 | Contemporary Issues as Unifying Forces 27:01 | Fundamental Principles for Refuting Challenges 27:20 | Underlying Paradigms and Their Importance 29:44 | Importance of Judgments of the Mind 31:37 | Role of Spiritual Experience in Knowledge 33:02 | Sources of Knowledge 35:02 | Foundational Knowledge for Protection 35:27 | Spiritual Experience as a Form of Knowledge 36:40 | The Role of Love in Safeguarding Faith 38:01 | Addressing Different Audiences 39:13 | The Strength of Islamic Faith 40:10 | Addressing Intellectual Challenges 41:37 | The Danger of Sectarianism 44:09 | Relevance of Classical Debates 44:55 | The Manner of Debates 47:55 | Political Unity Against External Challenges 49:15 | Positive Shifts in Inter-Sect Relations 50:05 | Avoiding Divisive Topics in Public Discourse 52:10 | Methodology in Addressing Differences 54:05 | Defining Boundaries of Unity 54:57 | Reconciliation with Salafis Through Traditional Texts 58:03 | Differences with Shia Theology 59:18 | Unity: Identitarian vs. Theological 1:00:15 | Circles of Cooperation 1:04:04 | Defining Boundaries of Belief 1:05:47 | Policy of Toleration vs. Acceptance 1:07:12 | Defining What is Known in Religion 1:08:24 | The Importance of Following the Prophet 1:09:36 | Theological Differences and Prayer Leadership 1:10:22 | Criteria for Rejecting Tenets of Faith 1:11:34 | Understanding Tenets of Faith 1:12:58 | The Unifying Nature of the Creed 1:14:31 | Practical Implications of Theological Differences 1:16:14 | Circles of Cooperation in Practical Life 1:18:02 | Balancing Religious Principles with Social Interactions 1:20:43 | The Role of Islamic Schools and Mass Classes 1:22:00 | Challenges in Islamic Education 1:22:23 | Adjusting Religious Discourse for Audience Size 1:23:30 | Teaching Tolerance and Intelligence 1:24:38 | Circles of Engagement Model 1:26:05 | Practical Implications of Theological Differences in Daily Life 1:27:36 | Emphasizing Broad Traditions in Islamic Teaching 1:29:58 | Differences in Islamic Scenes: America vs. Britain 1:31:01 | Clarifying the Nature of Islamic Seminaries 1:32:49 | Closing Remarks About: Dr. Shadee Elmasry was born and raised in New Jersey. He began studying the traditional sciences rigorously at age eighteen. He studied in Yemen, Mecca and Madina, London and Cairo under several veteran ulama. He studied Arabic Maliki fiqh, usul, aqida and suluk. Among his teachers are Mahmoud Shabieb, Rami Nsour, Salek bin Sidna, Muhammad al-Jindi, Muhammad Alawi al-Maliki, Habib Umar bin Hafiz, and Hafiz Ghulam Yasin. In addition to traditional learning, Dr. Elmasry has received a masters and PhD in religious studies, completing his master's thesis at The George Washington University and his PhD at The University of London, SOAS on Da’wa in the Works of Imam Abd Allah bin Alawi al-Haddad. Dr. Elmasry went on to teach at several universities including Yale, The University of London SOAS, Trinity College, Hartford Seminary and Manhattanville College. Currently, he has found his way back home as Scholar in Residence and Director of Education at the New Brunswick Islamic Center in New Jersey. He is also the founder and head of Safina Society—an institution dedicated to disseminating Ahl al-Sunna & Jama knowledge live and online. - Where to find Dr-Shadee & Safina Society - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/safinasociety/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drshadee Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/safinasociety/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/drshadeeelmasry