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The Islamic Mary

Younus Y. Mirza

A podcast about Maryam in the Qur"an, Islamic tradition, and Christian-Muslim relations. It is a journey into my forthcoming book on the Islamic Mary and my interest in Biblical and Qur"anic figures and Islam and Interreligious Studies.

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The Chapter of Constellations and the Christians of...

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2026/04/16

In the Chapter of Constellations (Surat al-Buruj), there is a debate on who it refers to: the Christians of Najran, the Disbelievers in the Hellfire or the Biblical story in Daniel. I go through recent scholarship on the topic and agree with Walid Saleh that it refers to the Christians of Najran. The Christians of Najran were persecuted for their faith and were models of resilience and fortitude to the early Muslim community. Send me a text regarding your feedback, comments...

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Why I am Starting This Podcast? (Throwback)

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2026/04/09

In this podcast, we go back into time and share the first podcast of the show. I discuss why I am starting the Islamic Mary podcast, my personal connection to the topic and the potential that Maryam provides. Send me a text regarding your feedback, comments and questions Subscribe to the Islamic Mary podcast which is available on the major podcast streaming services, such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube. Order my new book The Islamic Mary: Maryam Through the Centuries ...

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Luqman - The Wise Father

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2026/04/02

When we think of fathers, the stereotypical image of somebody who is stern, domineering and even coercive may come up. In the stereotypical image of Islam, fathers are simply breadwinners and maintainers and arrange their daughters into unhappy and unloving marriages. Today, we explore the image of Luqman who is seen in the Qur'an as wise and teaches his son morals and etiquette. Luqman presents the image of a father who is teacher, mentor and guide. Send me a te...

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19:36

The Eid of Jesus - Inclusivity, Signs and Sustenance

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2026/03/26

Muslims around the world are celebrating "Eid", in particular "the Eid of the Breaking of the Fast". I examine how the word "Eid" is used in the Qur'an, particularly in the words of Jesus/'Isa. Based on the request of his Disciples, Jesus/'Isa makes a prayer to God asking for a celebration and feast. He emphasizes the idea of inclusivity, divine signs and God being the provider. Send me a text regarding your feedback, comments and questions Subscribe to the Islam...

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The Faith of Muslim Political Prisoners - An...

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2026/03/19

In many Biblical and Qur'anic stories, the protagonist isolates themselves and, at times, even go to prison. In this interview, I chat with Walaa' Qusaiy about her new book "When Only God Can See: The Faith of Muslim Political Prisoners". Walaa' discusses how faith and spirituality of Muslim prisoners merge with that of prophetic ones, and how they find inspiration and hope in their stories. The prison experience is pervasive in Muslim society and Islamic scholarship and we ...

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Commentary on Nostra Aetate: Shared Spirituality,...

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2026/03/12

Here I present a short commentary on Nostra Aetate, a Catholic document on the church's relationship with other religions. Specifically, I focus on the paragraphs on Muslims and how it open up modern possibilities for Christian-Muslim relations, such as shared spirituality, figures and social justice. Send me a text regarding your feedback, comments and questions Subscribe to the Islamic Mary podcast which is available on the major podcast streaming services, such as Apple Podcast...

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Jacob - The Emotional and Spiritual Father

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2026/03/05

I have been thinking about fathers recently: what do they do? What is their function? How are they effectively? Today, I dive into the Biblical and Qur'anic Jacob/Yaqub and explore how the Qur'an understands fathers, especially in terms of their spiritual and mentorship role. Jacob/Yaqub is open about his emotions, complains to God, and encourages his sons to have belief or hope. Send me a text regarding your feedback, comments and questions Subscribe to the Isla...

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Understanding Salafism - An Interview with Yasir...

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2026/02/26

One of the reasons I became interested in Biblical and Qur'anic figures is because I did my dissertation and initial research on the medieval Ibn Kathir (d. 774/1373) and Ibn Taymiyya (d. 728/1328). Both Ibn Kathir and Ibn Taymiyya engaged the Arabic Bible and wrote on Biblical literature and its relationship to the Qur'an. These figures today would be understood as "salafis". But what does that mean? I sit down with Yasir Qadhi to discuss the meaning of "salafism", hi...

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Inner Dimensions of Fasting

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2026/02/19

In this episode, I join Roshan Iqbal, Celene Ibrahim, and Oludamini Ogunnaike to explore distinct fasting practices and their inner and outer dimensions in Islamic scholarship, especially focusing on Al-Ghazali’s seminal book, "Inner Dimensions of Islamic Practice." Part of a series designed as a classroom resource and a primer for general audiences. This episode provides valuable insights into a foundational topic of fasting and Ramadan. Click here to access the podcast. S...

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Maryam's Fast - Silence, Spirituality and Miracles...

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2026/02/12

As the month of Ramadan approaches, I wanted to explore the word "fasting" (sawm) in the story of Maryam. While most Muslims understand the word "fasting" as abstaining from food and drink, the word "fasting" is used in the Chapter of Maryam in reference silence. The use of the word in the Story allows us to better understanding "fasting" as abstaining from something for a greater spiritual benefit and higher good. Send me a text regarding your feedback, comments and questions Sub...

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Zulaykha - Seducing Joseph and the Repentance

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2026/02/05

Zulaykha is often seen in the Islamic tradition as a temptress and someone who tries to seduce the prophet Joseph/Yusuf. However, minority readings focus on her repentance and how she eventually speaks the truth and seeks the mercy and forgiveness of God. Send me a text regarding your feedback, comments and questions Subscribe to the Islamic Mary podcast which is available on the major podcast streaming services, such as Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Order my new book The Isl...

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Reinventing Islam - An Interview with Deanna Womack

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2026/01/29

I have always wondered about the roots of modern day Islamophobia? When did it start? How did it develop? How was it formed? In this interview, Deanna Womack takes us into her new book "Re-inventing Islam: Gender and the Protestant Roots of American Islamophobia" where she examines the connection between the history of missions and contemporary Islamophobia. Along the way, she provides a more nuanced understanding of missionaries, their lives, goals and aspiratio...

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19:44

Top 5 of 2025: Reflecting on the Last Year of Podcasting

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2026/01/22

I go through the Top 5 episodes of 2025. The top 5 were a mix of interviews, reflections and commentary and touched on various subjects from Christian-Muslim relations to a devotional Qur'an. I discuss plans for the future, such as a new series on the stories of the prophets and more interviews on different books, from emotions in the Qur'an to prison faith and scripture. Send me a text regarding your feedback, comments and questions Subscribe to the Islamic Mary podcast wh...

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David and Bathsheba

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2026/01/15

David/Dawud is represented in the Islamic tradition as a righteous ruler who combines worship and kingship, piety and authority. One story that emerges in the Biblical and Qur'anic literature is that David/Dawud sees Bathsheba bathing, leading him to have an affair with her, kill her husband and then marrying her. Various Muslim commentators struggled with this story, with some saying that he only had relations with her after marriage and with others rejecting the story altogether...

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Solomon and the Ant

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2026/01/08

One of the most fascinating stories in the Qur'an is the Story of Solomon/Sulyaman and the ant. An ant see Solomon/Sulyman's army approaching and warns her tribe to take shelter to protect themselves. Solomon/Sulayman hears the ants cry which leads him to pray for God to make him grateful and live a righteous life. The story speaks to the idea of humility, gratitude and conservation. Send me a text regarding your feedback, comments and questions Subscribe to the Islamic Mary...

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Islamic Mary Book Talk at George Mason University

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2026/01/01

I got the opportunity to do a book talk at the AbuSulayman Center at George Mason University. The Center focuses on Global Islamic Studies and is a leader in digital Islamic studies and humanities. I also got to interact with my good friend Professor Maria Dakake who influenced my work on the Quran and the Islamic Mary. Send me a text regarding your feedback, comments and questions Subscribe to the Islamic Mary podcast which is available on the major podcast streaming servi...

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Author Series with Younus Mirza hosted by Matthew Taylor

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2025/12/25

I had the opportunity to do a program with the Institute for Islamic, Christian Jewish Studies, especially with my good friend Mathew Taylor. We discuss issues related to new the book the Islamic Mary such as how various Christian groups approach the figure. We also discuss how various biblical stories regarding Mary emerge in the Qur'an. Abstract: Join us for a conversation with Younus Y. Mirza, Ph.D., author of The Islamic Mary: Maryam Through the Centuries....

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19:35

What Can Maryam Do?

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2025/12/18

One of the questions that I have gotten on the book tour is "What Can Maryam Do?" I discuss how Maryam can bring unique audiences together, from Middle Eastern Studies, to Religious Studies to Chaplaincy. She also brings up overlooked issues and topics such as motherhood, daughterhood, female spirituality and leadership. Send me a text regarding your feedback, comments and questions Subscribe to the Islamic Mary podcast which is available on the major podcast streaming serv...

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Islam in Southeast Asia - An Interview with Khairudin...

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2025/12/11

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 at Shenandoah University which I direct. Through my travels, I have seen the power and infl...

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The Call - Verse 3 and 4 of the Chapter of Mary...

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2025/12/05

My father passed away this week so I reshare an older episode of Zechariah/Zakariyya who resembled my father in his age, spirituality and caretaking. Verse 3 and 4 of the chapter of Mary (surat Maryam) captures about the private call of Zechariah/Zakariyya as he prays to have a child. Before he makes his please, he speaks about his weakness - his brittle bones and white hair - and emphasizes his unique relationship with God. Zechariah's/Zakariyya's call is similar to o...

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