Syria and the Rise of Modern Islamic Governance | Dr. Hatem Al Haj

In this OnePath Podcast we are joined with Dr. Shaykh Hatem al-Haj, a leading Islamic scholar and practicing Pediatric hospitalist, to discuss the intersection of Islamic law, medicine, and contemporary challenges facing Muslims in the West. We also discuss the future of Islamic governance, the role of Western Muslims in shaping their identity, and the challenges of navigating Fiqh in diverse communities. Don’t miss this thought-provoking episode! Timestamps 00:00 Introduction 02:57 - Greatest Benefit as a Pediatric Hospitalist & Scholar 04:27 - Wisdom from Medicine & Islam 06:27 - What’s Haram That People Think Is Halal? 09:06 - Did Shaykh consider alternate Career Paths 11:04 - Is an Islamic Government Possible? 17:03 - Romanticising the Khilafah? 24:19 - Democracy in an Islamic Framework? 29:10 - Following a Shurah 30:46 - Rights of Minorities Today 35:05 - The Concept of Al-Jizya 38:25 - Navigating Islamic Governance 39:49 - Is a United Muslim Force Possible? 45:30 - Developing a Muslim Identity in the West 51:08 - How Can Muslims Preserve Their Identity? 57:35 - Experience as a Jurist in America 1:02:53 - Ending Infighting & Muslim Disunity 1:14:19 - Prescription for Muslims in the West🔔 Subscribe to our YouTube to stay up to date with our latest productions. 🎉 Introducing the official OnePath Network MERCHANDISE STORE! 🏷️ 👕 👉 https://shop.onepathnetwork.com/ If you enjoy OnePath content, please consider supporting us to grow! ►https://onepathnetwork.com/dollar-a-d... Download the OnePath Network App for access to the latest and exclusive videos: https://onepath.onelink.me/mJxr/3de973bd Join this channel to get access to perks:    / @onepathnetwork   Facebook ►:   / onepathnetwork   Instagram ►:   / onepathnetwork   Patreon ►:   / onepathnetwork