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This week on the thinking muslim we ask How did the Prophet (PBUH) navigate two superpowers and the fractured tribes of Arabia - and what does that teach us about power today? What is power really about? And what is it not?

In this episode with Wadah Khanfar, we explore the geopolitics and strategy of Prophetic leadership. We unpack what power truly means in Islam - not domination or ego, but justice, restraint, strategic astuteness, and removing barriers to truth for human flourishing.

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Welcome back to Hats Off!, the newest show from The Thinking Muslim, featuring Imam Tom.

In today’s episode, Imam Tom is joined by Curtis Mills for a wide-ranging conversation exploring the alleged connections between Epstein, Israel, and Iran. The discussion also examines regional U.S. politics, the proposed ceasefire in Gaza, and claims surrounding coordinated Israeli propaganda efforts. Keep watching for a thoughtful and in-depth discussion of some of the most pressing and controversial issues shaping the current geopolitical landscape.

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In this short segment, Sami Hamdi emphasises that the month in which the Qur’an was revealed is a month of action, not rest. He explains that Ramadan was never intended to be a period of passivity or withdrawal, but a time rooted in purpose and transformation. The revelation itself came as a challenge to injustice and oppression, calling people to reform both themselves and the societies around them.

By reminding us that the Qur’an descended in Ramadan, he highlights that this month is connected to movement, struggle, and moral clarity. The Prophet ﷺ did not suspend his mission during Ramadan. Rather, it was a time of intensified resolve and commitment. Fasting is therefore not about slowing down, but about disciplining the self so that one can act with greater strength, courage, and dedication to justice.

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