Bilqis - The Queen of Sheeba (Throwback)

Is Maryam More Jewish or Christian?

At a recent book talk, somebody asked me: Is Maryam more Christian or Jewish?  I discuss how this question is connected to a larger debate about whether Islam is more similar to Judaism and Christianity and how it speaks to questions of law, ethics, and spirituality.   Send me a text regarding your feedback, comments and questions [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2368819/fan_mail/new] Subscribe to the Islamic Mary podcast which is available on the major podcast streaming services, such as Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/sa/podcast/the-islamic-mary/id1752941245], Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/1bdbaUynFBhzzfgIAJvVxM] and YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLISbQ0F0XC01mEkg3jKypHhs93ehcyCRb]. Order my new book The Islamic Mary: Maryam Through the Centuries [https://www.amazon.com/Islamic-Mary-Maryam-Through-Centuries/dp/1506482457/?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=nrDRh&content-id=amzn1.sym.255b3518-6e7f-495c-8611-30a58648072e%3Aamzn1.symc.a68f4ca3-28dc-4388-a2cf-24672c480d8f&pf_rd_p=255b3518-6e7f-495c-8611-30a58648072e&pf_rd_r=0ZEKYJ4HJYRP9WK3Q757&pd_rd_wg=VWOLb&pd_rd_r=d59dc325-0014-4fbb-91a2-83b7ac5ff61e&ref_=pd_hp_d_atf_ci_mcx_mr_ca_hp_atf_d]  Take my quiz [https://www.fyrebox.com/play/jwxzglj3w2d6owdrpd/] on the Islamic Mary which is based on my research and teaching Visit my website [https://dryounusmirza.com/] to learn more about my bio, research, and blogs. Join my listserve [https://dryounusmirza.us4.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=6a78dc6f607edb611760ae179&id=17f111c984]to be updated about my research, speaking and publications, especially my book on the Islamic Mary. Thanks for listening to The Islamic Mary Podcast!

Bilqis - The Queen of Sheeba (Throwback)

One of the questions that Maryam raises is the level of agency and power of women in religion, especially within scriptures such as the Qur'an and Bible.  In this episode, I speak about the Queen of Sheeba, known as Bilqis in the Islamic tradition, and how she is seen as a wise, sensible and pious ruler.  I also speak about the various stories and traditions that developed around the Bilqis, such as her getting married to Solomon/Sulyaman and her hairy legs.      Send me a text regarding your feedback, comments and questions [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2368819/fan_mail/new] Subscribe to the Islamic Mary podcast which is available on the major podcast streaming services, such as Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/sa/podcast/the-islamic-mary/id1752941245], Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/1bdbaUynFBhzzfgIAJvVxM] and YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLISbQ0F0XC01mEkg3jKypHhs93ehcyCRb]. Order my new book The Islamic Mary: Maryam Through the Centuries [https://www.amazon.com/Islamic-Mary-Maryam-Through-Centuries/dp/1506482457/?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=nrDRh&content-id=amzn1.sym.255b3518-6e7f-495c-8611-30a58648072e%3Aamzn1.symc.a68f4ca3-28dc-4388-a2cf-24672c480d8f&pf_rd_p=255b3518-6e7f-495c-8611-30a58648072e&pf_rd_r=0ZEKYJ4HJYRP9WK3Q757&pd_rd_wg=VWOLb&pd_rd_r=d59dc325-0014-4fbb-91a2-83b7ac5ff61e&ref_=pd_hp_d_atf_ci_mcx_mr_ca_hp_atf_d]  Take my quiz [https://www.fyrebox.com/play/jwxzglj3w2d6owdrpd/] on the Islamic Mary which is based on my research and teaching Visit my website [https://dryounusmirza.com/] to learn more about my bio, research, and blogs. Join my listserve [https://dryounusmirza.us4.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=6a78dc6f607edb611760ae179&id=17f111c984]to be updated about my research, speaking and publications, especially my book on the Islamic Mary. Thanks for listening to The Islamic Mary Podcast!

Maryam the Devout and Gender Equity

One of the questions regarding the Qur'an is whether it is a scripture that supports gender hierarchy or equality.  I examine a new article that touches on the meaning of "devout" (qanitat) in the Quran and how it could help answer this question.  In particular, Mary/Maryam is described as being among the "devout" and as a model for all believers.   Send me a text regarding your feedback, comments and questions [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2368819/fan_mail/new] Subscribe to the Islamic Mary podcast which is available on the major podcast streaming services, such as Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/sa/podcast/the-islamic-mary/id1752941245], Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/1bdbaUynFBhzzfgIAJvVxM] and YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLISbQ0F0XC01mEkg3jKypHhs93ehcyCRb]. Order my new book The Islamic Mary: Maryam Through the Centuries [https://www.amazon.com/Islamic-Mary-Maryam-Through-Centuries/dp/1506482457/?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=nrDRh&content-id=amzn1.sym.255b3518-6e7f-495c-8611-30a58648072e%3Aamzn1.symc.a68f4ca3-28dc-4388-a2cf-24672c480d8f&pf_rd_p=255b3518-6e7f-495c-8611-30a58648072e&pf_rd_r=0ZEKYJ4HJYRP9WK3Q757&pd_rd_wg=VWOLb&pd_rd_r=d59dc325-0014-4fbb-91a2-83b7ac5ff61e&ref_=pd_hp_d_atf_ci_mcx_mr_ca_hp_atf_d]  Take my quiz [https://www.fyrebox.com/play/jwxzglj3w2d6owdrpd/] on the Islamic Mary which is based on my research and teaching Visit my website [https://dryounusmirza.com/] to learn more about my bio, research, and blogs. Join my listserve [https://dryounusmirza.us4.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=6a78dc6f607edb611760ae179&id=17f111c984]to be updated about my research, speaking and publications, especially my book on the Islamic Mary. Thanks for listening to The Islamic Mary Podcast!

Islam in Southeast Asia - An Interview with Khairudin Aljunied (Throwback)

When I first started my graduate education, I was attracted to the framework of Abrahamic Religions or the idea that Jews, Christians and Muslims should return back to their founder, Abraham, to better understand their faiths and move beyond contemporary differences.  In the last several years, I have been traveling to Southeast Asia through the Barzinji Institute for Global Virtual Learning [https://www.su.edu/academics/the-office-of-global-engagement/barzinji-project/]at Shenandoah University which I direct.  Through my travels, I have seen the power and influence of Islam in the region and how it interacts with other religions such as Hinduism and Buddhism.  I sit down with one of the foremost experts in Islam in Southeast Asia, Khairudin Aljunied [https://khairudinaljunied.com/], to better understand the region and Islam's relationship with other faiths.   Send me a text regarding your feedback, comments and questions [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2368819/fan_mail/new] Subscribe to the Islamic Mary podcast which is available on the major podcast streaming services, such as Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/sa/podcast/the-islamic-mary/id1752941245], Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/1bdbaUynFBhzzfgIAJvVxM] and YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLISbQ0F0XC01mEkg3jKypHhs93ehcyCRb]. Order my new book The Islamic Mary: Maryam Through the Centuries [https://www.amazon.com/Islamic-Mary-Maryam-Through-Centuries/dp/1506482457/?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=nrDRh&content-id=amzn1.sym.255b3518-6e7f-495c-8611-30a58648072e%3Aamzn1.symc.a68f4ca3-28dc-4388-a2cf-24672c480d8f&pf_rd_p=255b3518-6e7f-495c-8611-30a58648072e&pf_rd_r=0ZEKYJ4HJYRP9WK3Q757&pd_rd_wg=VWOLb&pd_rd_r=d59dc325-0014-4fbb-91a2-83b7ac5ff61e&ref_=pd_hp_d_atf_ci_mcx_mr_ca_hp_atf_d]  Take my quiz [https://www.fyrebox.com/play/jwxzglj3w2d6owdrpd/] on the Islamic Mary which is based on my research and teaching Visit my website [https://dryounusmirza.com/] to learn more about my bio, research, and blogs. Join my listserve [https://dryounusmirza.us4.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=6a78dc6f607edb611760ae179&id=17f111c984]to be updated about my research, speaking and publications, especially my book on the Islamic Mary. Thanks for listening to The Islamic Mary Podcast!

Islamic Mary Book Talk at Shenandoah University

We had a great book talk at Shenandoah University's library on my book "The Islamic Mary: Maryam Through the Centuries"! [https://www.fortresspress.com/store/product/9781506482453/The-Islamic-Mary]  I enjoyed speaking about the origins of my book, Mary/Maryam in the Qur'an and why she matters today.  I came of age in an era of the "Clash of Civilizations" and shared figures allow us to think of what relationships, bridges and partnerships are possible.  The Barzinji Institute for Global Virtual Learning [https://www.su.edu/academics/the-office-of-global-engagement/barzinji-project/]continues and implements much of my work in religious and interreligious studies.  The Questions and Answers period was dynamic and I shared how the Islamic Mary even helps various Christians think about the role of Mary within their own traditions.   Send me a text regarding your feedback, comments and questions [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2368819/fan_mail/new] Subscribe to the Islamic Mary podcast which is available on the major podcast streaming services, such as Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/sa/podcast/the-islamic-mary/id1752941245], Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/1bdbaUynFBhzzfgIAJvVxM] and YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLISbQ0F0XC01mEkg3jKypHhs93ehcyCRb]. Order my new book The Islamic Mary: Maryam Through the Centuries [https://www.amazon.com/Islamic-Mary-Maryam-Through-Centuries/dp/1506482457/?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=nrDRh&content-id=amzn1.sym.255b3518-6e7f-495c-8611-30a58648072e%3Aamzn1.symc.a68f4ca3-28dc-4388-a2cf-24672c480d8f&pf_rd_p=255b3518-6e7f-495c-8611-30a58648072e&pf_rd_r=0ZEKYJ4HJYRP9WK3Q757&pd_rd_wg=VWOLb&pd_rd_r=d59dc325-0014-4fbb-91a2-83b7ac5ff61e&ref_=pd_hp_d_atf_ci_mcx_mr_ca_hp_atf_d]  Take my quiz [https://www.fyrebox.com/play/jwxzglj3w2d6owdrpd/] on the Islamic Mary which is based on my research and teaching Visit my website [https://dryounusmirza.com/] to learn more about my bio, research, and blogs. Join my listserve [https://dryounusmirza.us4.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=6a78dc6f607edb611760ae179&id=17f111c984]to be updated about my research, speaking and publications, especially my book on the Islamic Mary. Thanks for listening to The Islamic Mary Podcast!