Omar Suleiman
Summary: Shaykh Omar Suleiman is the young evergreen scholar with the big smile. Born and raised in Louisiana, he has a unique way of relating to a western audience through his character, and has gained the love of people of all ages and backgrounds. As an AlMaghrib instructor, Omar Suleiman lectures and teaches the hugely popular 'Behind the Scenes' seminar which focuses on the strengthening of the soul and disciplining the nafs. His journey of seeking knowledge started in 2000 in the United Arab Emirates where he spent a few years at the feet of prestigious scholars such as Shaykh Tariq Ibn Rajah and Amr Al Sheshany. Since then he has sought knowledge and studied under Shaykh Salah As Sawy, Dr. Hatem Al Haj, his father in law Shaykh Abul Abed, and Al Allamah Shaykh Omar Al Ashqar (rahimahullah). Shaykh Omar Suleiman has two Bachelor's degrees in Islamic Studies and in Accounting, a Master’s degree in Islamic Finance, and is currently pursuing a PhD in Islamic Studies from the International Islamic University of Malaysia. He previously served as Imam for Masjid Abu Bakr As-Siddique in New Orleans for 6 years and has since dedicated himself to fulltime teaching. He has taught with Mishkah University (formerly Sharia Academy) since 2008 under Shaykh Salah As Sawy and also currently serves as the Director of the Islamic Learning Foundation in Texas, as well as being the resident scholar at Valley Ranch Islamic Centre. Shaykh Omar Suleiman is also a strong advocate of community service, interfaith dialogue, and social justice. He served as the field coordinator of ICNA Relief in Hurricane Katrina and also co-founded the East Jefferson Clergy Interfaith Council. In 2010, the Mayor and City Council of New Orleans awarded him for 'Outstanding Civic Achievement'. He is a current member of the ICNA Shariah Council.
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Podcasts:
The Faith Of The Prophets Before... Episode 15: Everyone's faith is occasionally challenged by doubt. Even the prophets had their moments. By immediately reminding ourselves that God is sufficient for us and is the best disposer of our affairs, these doubts can strengthen our faith rather than damage it. Ramadan 2017
Episode 14: Allah Rewards You for Your Doubts If... Satan is always going to whisper. But refusing to allow yourself to turn that whisper into action is a sign of clear and pristine faith. Ramadan 2017
Use your blessings wisely - This talk was given at the Valley Ranch Islamic Center. 2017-06-08 - Ramadan 2017
Episode 13: Guidance After Iman. We're always asking God for guidance. But what comes first - guidance or faith? Ramadan 2017
Episode 12: Omar Was Always In The Zone Place your heart "In The Zone" with the intention of seeking from every moment that which will cause your faith to blossom. Ramadan 2017
Episode 11: Remembers his place in front of Allah As human beings, we will never stop sinning. But remembering your place in front of Allah before committing the sin can deter you from it. Ramadan 2017
May Allah have mercy on my brother Moses PBUH - This talk was given at the Valley Ranch Islamic Center. 2017-06-05
Episode 10: Move Beyond the Catalyst Allah sends you reminders night and day, and sometimes those reminders are major wake up calls. What happens if you donât make use of that wake up call right away? Ramadan 2017
Repenting From Hypocrisy And Lying
Repenting from hypocrisy and lying - This talk was given at the Valley Ranch Islamic Center. 2017-06-04
Episode 9: What does it mean to have a heart that overflows with faith, or a garment of Iman? Ramadan 2017
Episoded. 8: Two Supplications of the Prophet (s) for the Heart There is nothing more inconsistent than the heart, yet no vessel more important. Therefore the Prophet (s) taught us two supplications to keep it firm. Ramadan 2017
2017-06-02
Episode 7: You're No Angel Even the greatest companions of the Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him) were vigilant about their faith. No matter how confident you are in your Iman, you're no angel. Be protective of it. Ramadan 2017
Episode 6: Healthy Fluctuations Faith is supposed to increase and decrease, but how dramatic are your fluctuations? The Prophet (peace be upon him) emphasized that both your peak and your base line should be reasonable, otherwise it may all disappear. 2017-06-01
