The Muslim Ummah and The Modern Muslim nation-states- Introduction
Reclaiming the Ummah | Series Introduction by Mohamed Sayed
In this introductory video, Mohamed Sayed—PhD candidate in Middle Eastern Studies at Indiana University and Imam of the Islamic Center of Bloomington—launches a thought-provoking new series that tackles pressing issues facing the global Muslim ummah.
Drawing on his extensive academic and religious training—from Al-Azhar University, Temple University, the American University in Cairo, and Indiana University—Mr. Sayed reflects on critical questions confronting Muslims today:
Are we individually responsible for the crises facing our brothers and sisters across the world?
What is our role in reviving the ummah?
How should Muslims engage with modern political systems?
Is Sharia compatible with the modern nation-state?
This series is not just an academic exercise. It’s a communal call for reflection, dialogue, and collaboration. Mr. Sayed shares insights from his doctoral research, particularly on ijtihad, Islamic legal theory, and the intersection between Sharia and contemporary governance.
Join us in exploring these vital themes in a spirit of sincere inquiry and shared responsibility. Let’s begin a conversation rooted in knowledge, tradition, and a vision for the future of the ummah.
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