Atheism is trending. Social media has ushered in an era of hyper-individualism, where ethics change as frequently as Twitter’s top tags. Even though Islam is still the world’s fastest-growing religion, countless people refute their faith every day — citing Darwinism or the inexplicable suffering of the human spirit.
Inspired by true events, this book is a conversation between two men: a man whose nephew has lost his faith, and an Imam who sits at the heart of his community to set a moral and ethical compass. The imam is challenged by questions surrounding faith and tries to aid the uncle in how best to guide his struggling nephew. What follows is an open and honest dialogue, which examines the most common philosophical arguments to make a case for the existence of God.
The author is exposed to atheism daily and this book is a timely contribution towards scholarly literature. It is an excellent resource for parents, teachers and mentors, as well as anyone whose faith is wavering.
Mohamed A. Azeez is the Founder and the Senior Imam of the Tarbiya Institute, California. He was educated in medicine, political science, sociology, Islamic history and Islamic theology. He holds an MD from Ain Shams University, a BA from Ohio State University and an MA from the University of Chicago. He currently resides in California with his wife and three children.
Author: Imam M. A. Azeez
Format: Paperback
Pages: 217
Publication Date: 2023
ISBN: 9781800110038
Dimensions: 14 x 22 x 1 cm
About the Author
Imam M. A. Azeez is the Co-Founder and Senior Imam of the Tarbiya Institute in California. He possesses a diverse background in medicine, social sciences, and Islamic theology. With a demonstrated history working with religious institutions, he excels in nonprofit organizational management, fundraising, recruitment, event planning, and coaching - executed with the utmost professionalism and a special focus on youth work. Imam Azeez is trained in both the religious and secular sciences, being a physician and a social scientist by education, and a religious scholar and an Imam by traditional training. With 20 years of experience, Imam M.A. Azeez has honed his eloquence as an orator who seamlessly blends modern approaches with traditional authenticity with a niche in propounding a philosophically sound Islamic ethos whereby modern challenges are addressed through an authentic Islamic lens. He authored multiple books and a variety of articles and essays on a multitude of subjects. He is also admired for his captivating recitation of the Quran, deeply appreciated by California Muslims. Imam Azeez’s educational background includes Alma Matars at Ohio State University and the University of Chicago. Imam Azeez resides in Northern California with his family.