027 - Islam & Artistic Expression (Sheikh Faiyaz Jaffer) - a podcast by Nouri Sardar, Hasnain Ali and Ali Alvi

Back after a long hiatus, in episode 27 Sheikh Faiyaz parks up at 786 Boulevard to discuss Islam and artistic expression. Is there precedent for artistic expression in Islam? What role does Islam play for those who delve into forms of artistic expression? And how should Muslims navigate what is an incredibly liberal industry? All that and more. 2:25 - Why is New York City the best city in the world?

8:17 - What basis is there (if any) for artistic expression in Islam?

14:19 - Poetry (art) in Islamic tradition

25:10 - Using ones own perspective to navigate between artistic forms which are deemed improper in today’s time.

28:18 - Lack of progression in art within our communities

32:48 - Does the end justify the means

35:40 - Where does Music stand in regards to artist expression?

40:42 - Advice in helping people navigate liberal movements within the arts

45:53 - Forbidding the evil, Muslims right to call out injustice in their perspective fields

50:55 - Should Muslim produced art be rooted in Islam?

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