Winter Reading List 2024-25 is LIVE!
Shaykh Abdal Hakim Murad returns with his annual Winter Reading List, including five engrossing reads exploring contemporary issues ranging from history, travel, martial arts, to poetry and political memoir.
This year’s reading list includes:
- The Mysteries of Jesus: A Muslim Study of the Origins and Doctrines of the Christian Church by Ruqaiyyah Waris Maqsood
A scholarly yet accessible exploration of Christian theology through a Muslim perspective, bridging interfaith understanding and fostering respectful dialogue. - The Making and Unmaking of a Zionist: A Personal and Political Journey by Antony Lerman
Lerman’s memoir offers a candid account of his ideological journey, critiquing Zionism with intellectual honesty and relevance to contemporary discussions on justice and identity. - The Tao of War by Mikhail Abdul-Latif
A unique fusion of Islamic and Taoist perspectives on conflict, peace, and strategy, providing fresh insights on war and spirituality. - The Collected Poems of Abdullah Quilliam edited by Ron Geaves and Yahya Birt
This anthology of poems by the Victorian Muslim convert highlights Quilliam’s spiritual reflections and struggles as a pioneering figure in British Muslim history. - Via Dinarica: A Mega Hiking Trail Through the Dinaric Alps by Tim Clancy
A travelogue celebrating the landscapes and cultural heritage of the Dinaric Alps, with an emphasis on sustainable tourism and natural beauty.
Shaykh Abdal Hakim Murad’s curated reading list embodies the College’s commitment to intellectual curiosity and spiritual enrichment. Watch the full episode of Winter Reading List 2024/25 here.
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