Controversial Verses & The Domestic Sphere Sh. Abdullah Adhami

Domestic violence is punishable by Islamic law. But what do we do with the verse in the Quran that seems to not only allow but advocate physically ‘correcting’ a so-called ‘rebellious’ wife? Is the verse in the Quran that uses the word ‘dhoraba’ translated properly as ‘beat them lightly’? Is our understanding misconstrued?  How do Read More …

The Chaipod w/ Shaykh Abdullah Adhami-Women and Society

We are honored to have with us noted Islamic scholar, teacher, and speaker Shaykh Abdullah Adhami. He sits down with The ChaiPod to discuss Women, Society and Human Nature. Feel free to share this podcast. Shaykh Abdullah is the founder and director of Sakeenah, Inc. Please visit their website www.sakeenah.org.

Hijabi Hip-Hop

The ChaiPod has a conversation with Muslim rapper Miss Undastood one of only a handful of Hijab wearing rappers. Miss Undastood discusses the triumphs and challenges of being a scarf wearing, Muslim female rapper. She discusses the unique issues facing Muslim female performers and the subject matter in her lyrics. Never one to mince words Read More …