Influential Muslims in the history and golden age of islam.pptx

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1. Influential Personalities who Embraced Islam Understanding Their Journeys and Contributions

2. Team members: Fahad mehmood (2216 7 8) M Nouman (221729) m usman (221762) m Shahzaib (221745) sabeeh-ur-rehman (221756) Date: [23-May 2024]

3. Ahmed Deedat - Early Life Born July 1, 1918, Surat, India Moved to South Africa in 1927 Limited formal education; self-taught in comparative religion Worked in a furniture store, encountered Christian missionaries Fascinated by religious debates from an early age

4. Achievements Known for public debates on Christianity and Islam Founded Islamic Propagation Centre International (IPCI) Authored several books on comparative religion Inspired by a Christian missionary to learn and defend Islam Received King Faisal International Prize for Service to Islam in 1986 Influenced many through international lectures and debates Produced widely viewed video lectures and debates

5. Malcolm X - Early Life Born May 19, 1925, Omaha, Nebraska, USA Experienced a troubled childhood, loss of father to racial violence Mother sent to mental hospital Involvement in crime, imprisonment in 1946 Discovered Nation of Islam (NOI) in prison Moved frequently due to threats from white supremacist groups

6. Achievements Prominent spokesperson for NOI Advocated for black empowerment and self defense Pilgrimage to Mecca in 1964, embraced Islam Realized the universal brotherhood in Islam Founded Muslim Mosque, Inc. and Organization of Afro-American Unity Authored "The Autobiography of Malcolm X" with Alex Haley Became an international figure, meeting with leaders worldwide

7. Muhammad Ali - Early Life Born January 17, 1942, Louisville, Kentucky, USA Olympic gold medalist, professional boxer Began boxing at age 12, won numerous amateur titles Known for his charismatic personality and confidence

8. Achievements Three-time World Heavyweight Champion Advocate for civil rights and opposition to the Vietnam War Joined Nation of Islam in 1964, later adopted slam Influenced by Malcolm X and opposition to racial injustice Known for his philanthropy and humanitarian efforts Recognized as one of the greatest athletes of the 20th century Became a global cultural icon, influencing sports and society

9. Jermaine Jackson - Early Life Born December 11, 1954, Gary, Indiana, USA Member of the Jackson 5, solo artist Played bass guitar and provided lead vocals for the group Grew up in a musical family, starting career at a young age

10. Achievements Successfull career and continued involvement with the Jackson family Converted to Islam in 1989 Influenced by visits to the Middle East and reading about Islam Authored autobiography "You Are Not Alone: Michael Through a Brother's Eyes" Actively promotes peace and understanding through Islamic principles Participated in humanitarian efforts in Muslim-majority countries Known for his advocacy on behalf of global humanitarian issues Engages in interfaith dialogue and promotes cultural understanding

11. Amina Wadud - Early Life Born September 25, 1952, Bethesda, Maryland, USA PhD in Arabic and Islamic Studies from the University of Michigan Raised as a Christian before converting to Islam Developed an early interest in religious studies and interfaith dialogue

12. Achievements Professor of Islamic Studies Advocate for gender equality within Islam Authored "Qur'an and Woman: Rereading the Sacred Text from a Woman's Perspective" Intellectual journey and commitment to gender justice in Islam Co-founder of Sisters in Islam, a women's rights organization in Malaysia Published numerous academic papers on women rights in islam