The Winds of Despair Blow Harder Because of Our Lack of Knowledge of God | Dr. Ali Ataie

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Dr. Ali Ataie delivers a Khutbah giving spiritual and practical insights about acquainting ourselves better to God via the Ma'rifah (being acquainted with Allah) shared via the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him).

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Marifah, which is derived from the word 'arafa: “to know”, “to be acquainted,” may be translated as: knowledge of God.

This sermon was delivered at the Unified Muslim Community (UMC) in San Leandro, California. It was delivered via the Muslim Community Center - East Bay in Pleasanton, California on Friday, June 13, 2014.

About Ustadh Dr. Ali Ataie
Ali Ataie is a perennial student and researcher who has been involved in interfaith activities for over two decades. He holds a Masters in biblical studies with a focus on New Testament and biblical languages. He also holds a PhD in cultural and historical studies in religion from the Graduate Theological Union. His doctoral work focused on Muslim hermeneutics of Biblical texts, especially the Gospel of John. He lives in San Ramon, CA with his wife Roya and three daughters.

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