Omar Suleiman (عمر سليمان)
Islamic Theology & Civil Rights
Dr. Omar Suleiman is the founder and president of the Yaqeen Institute for Islamic Research — the largest Islamic research institution in the world. Born in New Orleans to a Palestinian family, he has become one of the most influential Muslim voices in America.
He holds a PhD in Islamic thought and civilization and serves as an adjunct professor at Southern Methodist University. His combination of deep scholarship, social activism, and emotional delivery has earned him a massive global following.
Beyond lectures, Omar Suleiman is known for his civil rights activism — he has led prayers at the US Capitol, spoken at rallies for social justice, and is a prominent voice against Islamophobia. His Ramadan series are among the most-watched Islamic content online each year.
What Omar is Known For
Yaqeen Institute
Founded the world's largest Islamic research institute — producing peer-reviewed papers, infographics, and videos on theology, history, and contemporary issues.
Ramadan Series
His annual Ramadan series ("The Firsts", "Angels in Your Presence", "Prayers of the Pious") reach millions worldwide.
Civil Rights Activism
A prominent voice for Muslim civil rights in America — he has led prayers at the US Capitol and spoken at national events.
Emotional Storytelling
Known for making audiences cry with his powerful, emotional delivery of prophetic stories and lessons from Islamic history.
Recommended Lectures
The Firsts (Series)
A deep exploration of the first generation of Muslims — the Sahaba — and their sacrifices, struggles, and faith. One of the most popular Islamic series ever produced.
Meeting Muhammad (ﷺ)
What would it be like to meet the Prophet? A beautiful series imagining encounters with Prophet Muhammad in this life and the next.
Angels in Your Presence
A Ramadan series exploring the roles of angels in our daily lives — from recording our deeds to being present in gatherings of remembrance.
Why Me? — Understanding Trials
A deeply moving lecture on why Allah tests those He loves and how to find meaning in suffering.
Notable Quotes
"You can't control what happens to you, but you can control how you respond to it. And that's where your reward lies."
— Omar Suleiman
"The Prophet (ﷺ) didn't just preach justice — he embodied it. That's the standard."
— Omar Suleiman
"Don't let the pain of this world make you forget the beauty of the next."
— Omar Suleiman