Converting to Islam and the Pursuit of Meaning with Dr Timothy Winter (Abdal Hakim Murad)

Elizabeth Oldfield sits down with renowned Islamic theologian Dr. Timothy Winter (Abdal Hakim Murad) to explore his journey to Islam and the depth and richness that he finds within the Islamic spiritual tradition.

Dr. Winter shares the story of his own transformative journey, from attending a Christian school to a deep immersion in the world of Islam.

Beyond his personal narrative, Dr. Winter delves into the surprising commonalities between Christianity and Islam, challenging common misconceptions and inviting listeners to consider the universal human yearning for the sacred. He also reflects on the resurgence of interest in traditional forms of religion and the need for a more prophetic, counter-cultural approach to faith.

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CHAPTERS

00:00 What is Sacred to you? Dr Timothy Winter answers
03:13 The Nature of Monotheism: Understanding Semitic Traditions
06:10 Childhood Influences: A Middle-Class English Upbringing
09:03 Family Legacy: Architecture, Modernism, and Religion
11:54 Education and Early Skepticism: The Role of Westminster School
14:45 The Search for Meaning: From Unitarianism to Islam
18:06 Sexuality and Spirituality
20:55 The Path to Conversion: A Gradual Awakening
23:46 Islam and Identity: Finding Roots in Faith
29:39 The Intersection of Islam and Christianity
33:07 Understanding Key Aspects of Islam
37:16 Interfaith Engagement
41:46 The Complexities of Jesus and Muhammad
42:16 Current Spiritual Landscape and Trends
48:15 Engaging with Differences and Common Humanity

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Keywords

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