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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I used to be a mouthpiece for Israel. Then this happened

10 Jm1 45 ◦︎ 24 Nov 23 0 Min Read

In this episode of Empowered by Islam21c, we hear the story of how Shaykh Abdurraheem Green went from being a supporter of Israel to being a proponent of freedom for Palestinians.

Uyghurs say, “Palestine is our cause”

6 Jm1 45 ◦︎ 20 Nov 23 10 Min Read

At the launch of the UK East Turkistan Society, we were reminded of the special bond shared by Palestinians and Uyghurs.

Muslims need to build these 10 institutions

3 Jm1 45 ◦︎ 17 Nov 23 1 Min Read

On this episode of Empowered by Islam21c we're joined by Sufyan Ismail, an entrepreneur who left the world of business to help start Muslim institutions and structures to empower and represent Muslims in the West.

How to re-humanise the Palestinians

12 Rb2 45 ◦︎ 27 Oct 23 2 Min Read

In this episode, we're joined by Dr. Osman Latiff, an esteemed scholar whose post-doctoral research focuses on empathy, 'othering', and conflict.

What just happened in Gaza?!

2 Rb2 45 ◦︎ 17 Oct 23 1 Min Read

In our first ever Empowered by Islam21c episode, Ustadh Ahmed Hammuda speaks about recent events in Gaza.

Hindu fascist apprehended over anti-Muslim riots

5 Rb1 45 ◦︎ 20 Sep 23 6 Min Read

Monu Manesar, alleged to be the chief instigator of deadly anti-Muslim riots in Haryana state, has been arrested.

Dhul Hijjah 1444 | 2023 Announcement

29 Qid 44 ◦︎ 18 Jun 23 3 Min Read

Islam21c is excited to announce the start of Dhul Hijjah 1444 / 2023 and to share our transformational content for this special period!

Shaykh Dr. Haitham al-Haddad says it’s WAJIB to support Erdogan

23 Shw 44 ◦︎ 13 May 23 1 Min Read

In this video, we find out why the world's Islamic scholars are supporting Erdoğan, as Shaykh Dr. Haitham al-Haddad argues that it is obligatory for us to support him.

Coronation: Should Muslims Swear Allegiance to King Charles III?

Should We Swear Allegiance to King Charles III?

17 Shw 44 ◦︎ 7 May 23 1 Min Read

Should Muslims swear allegiance to the King? With the coronation of King Charles this weekend, many Muslims have been asking - and debating - about the permissibility of taking part in ceremonies and oaths of allegiance to the King and Head of the Church of England. Shaykh Haitham writes about how British Muslims should view this national event whilst staying confident and proud of Islam, comfortable in their Britishness and keeping with a vision for the wider Ummah and humanity at large. Read the detailed article here.

Suella, don’t blame ‘political correctness’ for YOUR failures

12 Ram 44 ◦︎ 3 Apr 23 14 Min Read

The Home Secretary, Suella Braverman, claims that grooming gangs are “almost all British Pakistani”; Dr. Salman Butt issues a strong rebuke.

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