Suhaib Webb - The Legacy of Black Muslims Throughout History

About this lecture

In this khutbah for Black History Month, Imam Suhaib Webb explores the Quranic parable of the "good tree" in Surah Ibrahim to discuss the importance of renewing faith, embracing diverse expressions of Islam, and enduring prophetic trials. He then honors the profound contributions of African and Black Muslims throughout Islamic history — from Sumayyah bint al-Khayyat, the first martyr, to scholars like Dhul-Nun al-Misri, Ibn Manzur, and Al-Jahiz — calling on the Muslim community to actively learn this history, celebrate it beyond a single month, and work toward genuine solidarity and allyship across racial lines.