Al-Mahdi Institute
We’re a nonprofit dedicated to exploring fresh ideas and pioneering thought within Islam, to tackle the social, ethical, and religious challenges faced by Muslims worldwide. Through cutting-edge research, thought-provoking discussions, and innovative content, we create spaces for meaningful engagement with Islam in the modern world.
Each day, we strive to...
Challenge Perspectives – We foster open and critical discussions that push the boundaries of Islamic thought, engaging with contemporary issues through deep scholarly inquiry.
Strengthen Understanding – Our content nurtures intellectual and spiritual growth, equipping individuals with the tools to navigate faith in an ever-evolving world.
Inspire Action – We believe that thought must lead to transformation. By addressing real-world challenges, we aim to empower individuals and communities to shape a just, ethical, and compassionate future.
Join us as we rethink, reframe, and renew the conversation on Islam in today's world.
How Football Became a Voice for Palestine with Dr Kholoud Al-Ajarma | Thinking Islam | Ep.9
Бхакти и суфизм: исследование индуистско-мусульманских духовных пересечений. Автор: д-р Анкур Бар...
God’s Word or Muhammad’s? Revelation & Prophetic Experience with Dr. Soroush | Thinking Islam Ep. 8
Понимание Откровения в исламе: четыре основные модели, изложенные профессором Махмудом Морваридом...
Feeling Islam: An Emotional Journey of the Qur’an with Dr. Karen Bauer | Thinking Islam | Ep.7
Is Qur'an Biased Towards Men? Divine Justice & Patriarchy with Dr Asma Barlas | Thinking Islam Ep.6
Shi'ism and the LGB Challenge: A Look Within with Dr Muhammed Reza Tajri | Thinking Islam | Ep.5
The Codex Mashhad: Unlocking the Early History of the Qur’an by Dr Morteza Karimi-nia | Seminar
Mental Health in Islam: Anxiety, Depression & Healing with Dr Zoheir Esmail | Thinking Islam | Ep.4
Muslim and Christian Students: Building Bridges on Campus by Prof. Kristin Aune and Dr Hafza Iqbal
Islam and Violence | CIMS Roundtable Discussion Highlights | January 2025
The Hadith Challenge: Separating Fact from Fiction with Dr Haidar Hobballah | Thinking Islam | Ep. 3
On Ramadhan: Fasting as an Inner Journey with Shaykh Arif Abdulhussain | Thinking Islam | Ep. 2
Decoding "Rabb" (Lord) in the Qur’an, Bible, and Torah by Shaykh Arif Abdulhussain | Seminar
Al-Ghazālī and Dōgen on the Self: Islamic and Zen Perspectives by Dr Saeko Yazaki | Research Seminar
The Story of the Qur'an: Its History and Place in Muslim Life by Prof. Ingrid Mattson | Book Talks
Всё для всех: устная история Нью-Йоркской коммуны, 2052–2072 гг., профессор Эман Абдельхади
Science, Mysticism and Islamic Reform with Dr Arash Naraghi | Thinking Islam | Ep. 1
An Introduction to Qur’anic Ecology and Resonances with Laudato Si’ by Farhana Mayer | AMI Book Talk
Sufism, Shi’ism & Mysticism: Connections, Controversies and the School of Najaf | Dr Amir Asghari
Taymiyyan Design Discourse: A New Islamic Approach to Design-Based Theism by Jamie Turner
Hadith Transmission and Confessionality by Dr Hossam Ouf | AMI Library Book Talks
The Hidden Struggles of Muslim Women in the West | Dr Shabana Mir and Dr Muhammed Reza Tajri
Controversies in Formative Shi’i Islam: The Ghulat Muslims and Their Beliefs by Dr Mushegh Asatryan
Securitising Muslim School Children: The Case of the ‘BRIT’ Questionnaire by Dr Sophia Butt
Islamic Fintech Innovations: Sharia Issues and Parameters by Dr Rafisah Mat Radzi
Divorcing Traditions: Islamic Marriage Law and Making of Indian Secularism by Dr Katherine Lemons
Is there Distortion (Taḥrīf) in the Qurʾan? | Episode 1 | CIMS Urdu Podcast
Research at AMI: Shaping the Future of Islamic Scholarship | Research Testimonials
Dealing with Abuse in Muslim Communities | Episode 3 | CIMS Podcast