In this insightful YouTube interview hosted by Paul Williams on his channel “Blogging Theology,” Dr. Abdullah bin Hamid Ali delves into the core themes of his groundbreaking work, The ‘Negro’ in Arab-Muslim Consciousness. Dr. Ali and Mr. Williams explore how classical Muslim scholars perceived race, focusing on key figures like Al-Mas’udi and Ibn Khaldun, as well as distinctions made between African groups such as the Zanj, Moors, and Nubians. This candid dialogue sheds light on the historical context of racial thought, offering viewers a chance to reconsider long-held notions about culture, identity, and social norms in the pre-modern Islamic world.
“The ‘Negro’ in Arab-Muslim Consciousness” by Dr. Abdullah bin Hamid Ali offers a fascinating exploration of how race and cultural perceptions were understood in pre-modern Arab-Muslim thought. With expanded content and improved readability in its second edition, this work challenges modern assumptions about race and provides profound insights into the intersection of history, culture, and religion.
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