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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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All Episodes

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Inner Dimensions of Fasting

The Islamic Mary ·

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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19:00

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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48:06

Reinventing Islam - An Interview with Deanna Womack

The Islamic Mary ·

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

The Islamic Mary ·

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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16:58

David and Bathsheba

The Islamic Mary ·

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

The Islamic Mary ·

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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52:40

Islamic Mary Book Talk at George Mason University

The Islamic Mary ·

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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59:47

Author Series with Younus Mirza hosted by Matthew Taylor

The Islamic Mary ·

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?

The Islamic Mary ·

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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Adam's Connection to Maryam

The Islamic Mary ·

2025/11/27

As I revise my second edition of my book "The Bible and the Qur'an: Biblical Figures in the Islamic Tradition", I continue to read new articles and research regarding the various prophetic and righteous figures. One argues that Adam is connected to Maryam in that Adam was taught "all of the names" of his future progeny which included that of Maryam. Send me a text regarding your feedback, comments and questions Subscribe to the Islamic Mary podcast which is available on the major...

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Bilqis - The Queen of Sheeba

The Islamic Mary ·

2025/11/20

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. ...

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15:47

Why is Maryam Silent? Analyzing Maryam's Speech in...

The Islamic Mary ·

2025/11/13

One of the questions I received in presenting on The Islamic Mary is why is Maryam silent? This question is connected to a larger question about women and religion and their speech, agency, and power in various scriptures. I analyze Maryam's speech in the Qur'an and contend that it represents spirituality, vulnerability and agency. Send me a text regarding your feedback, comments and questions Subscribe to the Islamic Mary podcast which is available on the major podca...

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How is the Islamic Mary Different? Reviewing the...

The Islamic Mary ·

2025/11/06

As I speak about the book The Islamic Mary: Maryam Through the Centuries, I keep getting the question: how is your book different? In this show, I review the books on Maryam in the last ten years and discuss how they are similar and different in terms of themes, style and approach. I then share how they influenced my own writing and eventual publication of my book. Send me a text regarding your feedback, comments and questions Subscribe to the Islamic Mary podcast which is ...

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The Lament - Verse 23 in the Chapter of Mary (Surat...

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2025/10/30

In the climax of the story, Maryam makes a remarkable statement: "I wish I had died before this and been a thing forgotten". Qur'anic commentators understood this statement as part of the pain and suffering of the righteous and that when trials became too difficult believers would some times wish that they did not exist. The statement also connects with the larger theme of life and death which is found within the Qur'an and the with the chapter (surat) of Maryam in particular. &nb...

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Commentary on Nostra Aetate: Shared Spirituality,...

The Islamic Mary ·

2025/10/23

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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One God and Two Religions - An Interview with Amir...

The Islamic Mary ·

2025/10/16

When I was writing The Islamic Mary, I became further interested in the field of Christian and Muslim dialogue and its relevancy today and in the future. This led me to various books published on the topic, such as Amir Hussain's new book One God and Two Religions: Christians and Muslims as Neighbors. Amir's book is unique in that it speaks about Christians and Muslim worshipping the same God and living next to each other as neighbors. I sit down with Amir to discuss his sp...

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The Opening - Verse 1 of the Chapter of Mary (Surat...

The Islamic Mary ·

2025/10/09

Today, we revisit the first episode of my commentary of the chapter of Mary (Surat Maryam). I have now done commentaries of over 30 of the first verses of the chapter that you can follow on the podcast archives. The Chapter of Mary (Surat Maryam) is unique with a special rhyme scheme, opening letters and emphasis on love and mercy. I speak about its context, relationship with other Qur'anic chapters and what makes it distinct. Send me a text regarding your feedb...

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