Blackness and Islam by Imam Dawud Walid examines the gap between Islam’s teachings on racial equality and the prejudice experienced by Black Muslims. It challenges racist interpretations of religious traditions and introduces Black figures from the earliest generations of Muslim history.
Combining discussion of race with biographical accounts, this book offers readers a starting point for reflecting on belonging, dignity and the place of Black Muslims within the Islamic tradition. It is suited to adult readers interested in Muslim history, social justice and community discussion.
About the author
Imam Dawud Walid is an American imam, author and civil-rights advocate. His books include Towards Sacred Activism, and he is co-author of the Centering Black Narrative series.
Book details
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Author: Dawud Walid
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Language: English
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Format: Paperback
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Pages: 150
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Publisher: Algorithm & Islamic Human Rights Commission
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Published: 2021
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ISBN: 9781909853195
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Dimensions: approximately 22 × 14 × 1 cm
