Dr. Salman Butt, Author at Islam21c

Dr. Salman Butt

Dr. Butt studied Biochemistry at Imperial College London, followed by a PhD in Chemical Biology, carrying out research into photosynthesis. During his years at university, he became involved in Islamic society da'wah and activism, and general Muslim community projects. At present, he is the Head of Islamic Thought and a regular contributor at Islam21c, and also has a blog on HuffPost. You may find him on social media.

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166 Articles

Would our ulamā sacrifice for Gaza?

6 Shw 46 ◦︎ 4 Apr 25 0 Min Read

Dr. Asim Qureshi poses the question, “Young Muslim women sit in prison for Palestine, so where are our leaders?”

Secularism’s contradictions and Muslim challenges

11 Sha 46 ◦︎ 10 Feb 25 0 Min Read

Dr. Salman Butt catches up with Dr. Uthman Badar to discuss Ummatics, his thesis-turned-book critiquing secularism, Muslims in Australia, and more.

Why Palestinians treat prisoners better than Israelis

5 Sha 46 ◦︎ 4 Feb 25 13 Min Read

As Muslims, we have a set standard to follow; but it requires serious moral fortitude to follow the Sharī'ah over imitating your enemies.

Expert breaks down what really happened in Syria

7 Jm2 46 ◦︎ 8 Dec 24 0 Min Read

Dr. Anas Altikriti reveals insights into what happened in Syria, the different regional actors involved, what happens next, and the Ummah's duty going forward.

Terror legislation may end up being used against you

2 Jm2 46 ◦︎ 3 Dec 24 4 Min Read

A former nurse was detained under terror legislation after her daughter was accused of direct action against the Gaza genocide. Might you be next?

The surprising reason Muslims condemn the Assisted Dying Bill

25 Jm1 46 ◦︎ 27 Nov 24 6 Min Read

We look at the Assisted Dying Bill going through Parliament, the rights of the Creator and creation, and our duty to build value-based societies.

The real reason Trump won (and they won’t admit it)

7 Jm1 46 ◦︎ 9 Nov 24 0 Min Read

America has attached a political cost to genocide, but what now? We discuss the plan for building on this important win for Muslims in the US.

How to react to scandals involving Muslims

5 Jm1 46 ◦︎ 7 Nov 24 1 Min Read

Here are ten Islamic principles to remember when addressing allegations and crimes involving Muslims.

Meet the President of the United Ulema Council of South Africa

29 Rb2 46 ◦︎ 1 Nov 24 0 Min Read

Dr. Salman sits down with the president of a united Ulama Council whose groundbreaking work has transformed not only Africa but also the global Muslim scene, māshāAllāh.

Three Levels of Aqīda (Theology)

24 Rb2 46 ◦︎ 27 Oct 24 1 Min Read

In this much anticipated sequel, Shaykh Dr Yasir Qadhi outlines his advice to beginner, intermediate and advanced students of knowledge on the Aqida schools of thought.

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