Circles of Learning (Halaqas) · 15. June 2019

Part 1: Dr. Khaled Abou El Fadl continues his original Quranic commentary of Surah 95: Al Tin (The Fig). He delves into the depth of meaning of this short chapter, discussing the range of scholarly opinions about the significance of figs and olives; creation and the human condition; and the foundational themes of choice, free will and dignity emphasized throughout the Quran. In the introduction, Director Grace Song shares personal stories about experiences as a convert; what she learned from...