Thomas Jefferson & the Qur'an: The Truth Behind America's Founding Father | Live Discussion

Why did Thomas Jefferson, the third President of the United States and principal author of the Declaration of Independence, own and study a copy of the Qur'an? Was it simply academic curiosity, an interest in comparative law and religion, preparation for diplomacy, or something more? In this live discussion, Dr. Muhammad Arif and Rehan Raja examine the historical evidence surrounding Jefferson's engagement with the Qur'an. The debate explores: Why Jefferson purchased a Qur'an as a young law student. Whether Islamic law influenced his legal thinking. Jefferson's views on religious liberty and freedom of conscience. The place of Islam in early American political thought. Common myths and misconceptions surrounding Thomas Jefferson and the Qur'an. Join the discussion and share your own views respectfully in the comments. 👍 Like | 💬 Comment | 🔔 Subscribe for more debates on history, religion, philosophy, and current affairs. #ThomasJefferson #Quran #Islam #America #History #ReligiousFreedom #FoundingFathers #DrMuhammadArif #RehanRaja #TheFaithDebate #ComparativeReligion #USHistory #IslamicHistory #Debate #TruthMatters 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/54668757...