Questions & Answers With Female Scholars

Six distinguished teachers answer audience questions and give practical and spiritual insights at a women's retreat about Prophetic virtues reflected in the women around the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him).
Watch the complete seminar at mcceastbay.org/imagine
This program with Sheikhas and Ustadhas was sponsored by Jannah Institute, The Rahmah Foundation & MCC East Bay. It was proudly hosted at MCC East Bay in Pleasanton, California on September 25, 2022.
- More talks in partnership with The Rahmah Foundation: mcceastbay.org/rahmah-foundation
- More Dr. Haifa: mcceastbay.org/haifaa
- More Dr. Rania: mcceastbay.org/rania
- More Ustadha Maryam: mcceastbay.org/maryam
- More Ustadha Amina: mcceastbay.org/amina
- More Ustadha Hosai: mcceastbay.org/hosai
- More sessions for Muslimahs: mcceastbay.org/women
Dr. Rania references "Gatherings of Illumination: In Sending Blessings upon the Best of Creation"
by Samar al-Asha (Author), Feryal Elif Salem (Author): www.amazon.com/dp/0615717942/...
- 00:13 - How do I get Islamic education as a woman and balance my other responsibilities as a mother and a wife?
- 04:38 - How can a women in the 21st century model a female companion who lived in the 14th century?
- 07:49 - In modern context, realistically how can a woman be a state head or a finance minister like Al-Shifa bint Abdullah al-Adawiyyah?
- 13:42 - God loves beauty so why can't a Muslim woman show her beauty?
- 17:42 - How can American-Muslims help and be allies to the African-American community?
- 19:53 - How can Muslim women get involved with her local masjid that is closed off to sisters?
- 24:26 - How do Muslim women navigate cultural and religious understandings of Islam?
- 31:01 - What are good books to learn about women around the Prophet?
- 35:40 - How are the Sahaba's lives relevant to our lives?
- 43:44 - What lens should we evaluate racism in society?
- 47:02 - Can I wear shabby clothes so I do not appear ostentatious?
- 52:42 - The Legacy of African & African-American Qur'an Reciters
About the Speakers:
Sheikha Dr. Haifaa Younis is an American Board Certified Obstetrician and Gynecologist with roots from Iraq. Her pursuit of Islamic knowledge initiated when she began to study with various Islamic scholars from across the United States while she simultaneously attended individual courses and lectures on subjects including Aqeeda, Fiqh, usual Fiqh, Hadeeth, and Tazkiyah (purification of the soul). Learn more about her at www.jannahinstitute.com
Ustadha Dr. Rania Awaad, M.D. is a Clinical Associate Professor of Psychiatry at the Stanford University School of Medicine where she is the Director of the Muslim Mental Health Lab and Wellness Program and Director of the Diversity Clinic. Prior to studying medicine, she pursued classical Islamic studies in Damascus, Syria and holds certifications (ijaza) in Qur’an, Islamic Law and other branches of the Islamic Sciences. Dr. Awaad has also served as the first female Professor of Islamic Law at Zaytuna College. Follow her on I/T: Dr.RaniaAwaad
Amina Darwish “Imamina” started as the Associate Dean for Religious and Spiritual Life and Advisor for Muslim Life in February 2021. She previously served as the first full time Muslim Life Coordinator at Columbia University. Dr. Darwish has a decade of professional experience working with Muslim community. She also brings years of experience building and serving in nonprofit organizations.
Ustadha Maryam Amir received her master’s degree in Education from UCLA. She holds a second bachelor’s degree in Islamic Studies through Al-Azhar University. Maryam has studied in Egypt, memorized the Quran and has researched a variety of religious sciences, ranging from Quranic exegesis, Islamic jurisprudence, Prophetic narrations and commentary, women’s rights within Islamic law and more for the past 15 years.
Ustadha Hosai Mojaddidi is the co-founder of MH4M (mentalhealth4muslims.com), a site dedicated to providing mental health related content tailored for the Muslim community. She has served the American-Muslim community for over 20 years as a spiritual advisor, mental health advocate, writer/editor, mediator, interfaith organizer, and public speaker, covering a variety of topics including women’s issues, marriage/family, youth/teen issues, education, self development, interfaith bridge building, spirituality, etc. Learn more hosaimojaddidi.com
Ustadha Babalwa Kwanele is a licensed mental health therapist (LMFT). As a consultant, she provides culturally responsive trauma informed training and workshops.
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[@notarussianbot8157]

I am a man and I watched this. I teared up twice. I think this is just as important for the brothers as it is for the sisters.

[@hafsariaz9885]

This is such a beautiful expression of real women empowerment. How logically, smartly and sensibly they answered to each question in the light of Quran and Deen Masha Allah. May Allah SWT put barakah and blessings in their Rizq for their efforts 🌱

[@mirmisbah9760]

If i would be President or PM of any country. I will definitely call these women every year for Grand Islamic convention for muslim women n men to learn from them. They are where education is and where heart is calm. They know what they do and say. And the chemistry between them is a great chemistry. They live Islam ,they talk islam and they know what they say . Love it

[@skinzwinz]

Please hold another conference addressing the topic asked about at 30:00! It is so important and sometimes guidance online relating to that topic are delivered in such a way that makes women afraid to get married (speaking from personal experience) I would love to hear the insights from these female scholars about how to apply qawam and where the limits lie. Dr Haifa you promised 😂❤

[@xumeirah]

How I wish this group came to our country...they are an epitome of beauty and piety ..am completely challenged to be like them and I officially have role models who are Muslims ,learned,professors and got the highest level of religious education. Allahuma barik

[@explorebyz3881]

MashAllah, thus is what real Queens look like. I am so grateful to Allah for this space.

[@cracker2565]

assalamualaikum. is there anyone from Russia? sisters, let's grow in deen together. may Allah strengthen our iman, may Allah guide all of us, and help us to live our lives according to Quran and Sunnah

[@kinshasadouglass1220]

So grateful to the sister who shared this page w/ me. This has been empowering

[@annication9306]

Thank you. I think those answers captured the soothing and encouraging nature of islam wonderfully.

[@alfaazazena8802]

Really need such scholars like all of you here.subhan Allah.

[@RIMJANESSOHMALOOG]

Man here :) but this is inspiring me to plan my day to learn more of islamic knowledge, insha Allah

[@alfaazazena8802]

Assalakm wrwb sisters.am from mauritius.so heart touching messages.

[@latifa3416]

Masha Allah, thank you sisters, may Allah rewards you

[@FAlmansour]

Mashallah TabarakaAllah this is beautiful Mashallah 🤲🏽I am in joyful tears wallahi to see and hear 👂 this level of empowerment strong hearted women in Islam Mashallah May Allah continue to bless you all of your efforts educate and guide us all Ameen🤲🏽

[@user-bn7de7by2m]

Masha'allah Masha'Allah My God protect you Very nice video Thank you Jazaki Allah khier

[@treectrice9180]

This was amazing and inspiring 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@hamidakhoda]

Masha Allah - most beneficial and inspiring indeed!!!

[@nadybusy670]

I'm soo inspired by this lecture.....May Allah bless the speakers....and May Allah make us better Muslim...Alhamdulilah

[@bibidilmohamed9768]

Sal lam. Wal laikum. Sisters. Thanks. For. Your advice. Subhan. Allah

[@zarahm43]

You ladies are my inspiration! Jazak Allahu Khairan! Alhumdullillah for having you all!

[@Lallateapourer]

Sisters please make dua for me 🤲 I am going through an extremely difficult trial. Ask Allah to make a way out for me and forgive me. Jazakumullah khair!

[@blueflowers7580]

May Allah remove all your difficulties, make a way out for you, forgive you, and make ease in all your affairs. Ameen 🤲

[@sanahoque9321]

Masha allah

[@dujanathriyasriyas7596]

Masha Allah, superb

[@mariamwhb1042]

Wonderful

[@kawsaro2090]

This was very inspirational. May Allah reward you all for your continuous efforts Ameen!!

[@arafisms]

Masha Allah ty for this video.

[@farhiya6731]

My Allah increases your knowledge and protect you sister ❤

[@Crocodilesbread]

Fatimah Az-Zahra is a pious woman and will be the LEADER of WOMEN IN HEAVEN later. The commendable Morals/Akhlak that Fatimah exemplified during her life should be used as an example for all Muslim women. Not in this dunya How special she is in the eye of ALLAH.

[@marlinazad3820]

I like scholar women female scholar so much

[@Ayesha______]

Become one for the sake of Allah!

[@user-lz5zb1yx7l]

so glad to see Black American representation on this panel!

[@sheikhimam9785]

Masha allah, very nice channel❤

[@fatumaahmed4304]

MashaAllah

[@suubanjabane219]

What a beautiful scene.

[@maizuramiorabdulaziz9709]

Allahuakbar

[@awimosbizzle]

Y’all should have shared the rights women have for some of these: Women have the right to put on their nikkah contract he does not have another wife. If he doesn’t fear Allah and breaks it, she can anull the marriage and leave. Obeying the husband is not beyond ones capacity, and it is willful compliance. There is a DIFFERENCE OF OPINION of what she has to obey him in.

[@sawdahh6050]

Inshaa Allah be careful of trying to make haram (impermissible) what Allah ta’Alaa has made halal (permissible).

[@mariammurad2376]

@@sawdahh6050 it was even in hazrat fatimas nikah. Her husband was not allowed to have a second wife !

[@syedmohdsuhaimisuhaimi7204]

@@mariammurad2376 ..is this true sister mariammurad? can you pls quote the hadith reference no.on this subject..Thank you

[@ertugruleditex1444]

Jazak Allah

[@zuleykha2012]

What is the book called on Amazon?

[@kemalsaglam4670]

@@MCCEastBay is this the book about the 10 qira’at- “gatherings of illumination?”

[@CharmaineMinniefield]

Salamalaykum. This conversation is so beautiful. Thank you for your teachings. I don’t often hear teachings and guidance that factors in a family which has multiple wives and the love and cooperation between women to achieve their goals and fulfill their Islamic duties. Especially in West African culture, our family structures can allow for solution as well. Where does this advice appear in the Quran?

[@allhealingcomesfromallaah]

Jazak Allaahu Khayran Allaahumma Aameen to all the Duas!

[@sunduzoksuz3203]

ALLAHU EKBER maşllah🕋🇹🇷

[@Ayshat]

So, I felt odd when one of the speakers talked about privilege and the Black communities, 53:29; "the reason the non-black communities have the privileges is because of the sacrifices, and pain of the African-American communities." Just as much as I appreciate the panel and the knowledge, I feel that this comment goes deeper, and almost feels unreal to be viewed as a backbone and enduring for people but not for 'the faith, and Allah' to which I ascribe to- and not because of other (people). The micro-racism and aggression felt when in a 'religious' environment can be so great, that would make one not want to be viewed or seen as enduring enormous pressure and hurt for that or who wouldn't give respectful recognition. And then you or I would have to raise arguments and discussions on this when what we owe one another is respect, and I guess cordiality. I respect history and all, but whoever wants to feel privileged whether they are part of an oppressed group historically or not can go ahead, but beware of linking inequality and inequity of this to the present moment- or that the descendants of the historically oppressed group are enduring residual effects of historical events and for the sake or benefit of others who might or might not see this. I pray Allah makes it easy for everyone!

[@ismailmejdoubi]

Pls make du'a for me, I want to be able to be convey theessage of Allah .

[@kemalsaglam4670]

Thank you all for this great program. I was wondering if anyone could share the name of the contemporary female scholar who has written a book about the 10 qira’at of the Quran? Sister Raina mentioned her name, but I can’t find her or her book on the internet. Thank you.

[@MilkyWay-tk5rm]

Video'nun altında açıklamalar kısmında kitaba ulaşabileceğiniz link ve yazar bilgisi mevcut, bakabilirsiniz

[@khalifas321]

How do I get the book that was written about ten qraat/recitation and the author's name

[@SBJ452]

Amazing video. I enjoyed every speaker. What is the app Sister Maryam referred to?

[@michellezaragoza735]

Ummmmm how do I get an invite to this???

[@emilyhill4488]

as far as the polgamy goes, i could never do it, but the woman choose it, its not forced so people getting mad over it, and insulting or making fun, or the non-believers who insult islam for it, its not required every man has more than 1 wife and woman dont have to marry a man who is already married, and Dr.zakir naiker is great and by islamic law in your marriage contract a woman can say , one of her stipulations is she is the only wife .

[@marfatkhan5009]

Asalamualaikum I'm from India I too wanna be part of this association

[@sweetiepie4328]

How do you write in a Quran and highlight

[@mariammurad2376]

I put sticky notes on the verses

[@AlAafiah]

What was the book of hadiths about women called

[@buhlqpaherdng9229]

Assalamu alaykum how to contact seaters I’m the woman

[@moammedtassin3173]

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الله اكبر الله اكبر الله اكبر ..بسم لله ماشاء الله الله يبارك اللهم صل على سيدنا محمد وعلى آله وأصحابه أجمعين...السلام عليكم ورحمة الله وبركات هل صليت على رسول ألله فى اليوم كام مره اللهم صل على سيدنا محمد وعلى آله وأصحابه أجمعين

[@ismailmejdoubi]

Pls what does it mean "burger kind meal?

[@nuriasyahiya5586]

I want to learn the Quran Could you help me please

[@hafsah6823]

do you know how to read from the mus haf

[@yacoubcheik76]

Yes how we can help you

[@fariekei7010]

Please what's the name of the woman scholar mentioned to have written many books and that ine who gives ijaza in syria

[@MCCEastBay]

See video description.

[@MUHAMADBINTAYYIB]

thalut (perkahwinan) yang diaturkan hanya dasar atas mengukuhkan sesuatu kedudukan individu jalut (perkahwinan ) yang perkahwinan atas dasar darah.kebanyakan manusia berfikir macam itu bermula dari kurun 700 sehingga sekarang..inshaallah

[@duranhadimli6695]

Women veriy goot goot süper

[@francodisposable]

Who is the sister with the orange hijab 🧕 ? She’s not listed in the speakers list?

[@francodisposable]

@@MCCEastBay thank you ❤️ Siyyam makbol InshaAllah

[@MUHAMADBINTAYYIB]

thalut i allah talk how you control body JALUT HOW YOU SABAR WALAU PUN ORANG LAIN TIADA

[@MUHAMADBINTAYYIB]

thalut (allah)

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