Yasir Qadhi (ياسر قاضي)
Islamic Theology & Seerah
Dr. Yasir Qadhi is one of the most academically qualified Islamic scholars in the Western world. He holds a PhD in Religious Studies from Yale University and a degree in Islamic Sciences from the Islamic University of Madinah.
He is the Dean of Academic Affairs at the Islamic Seminary of America and a resident scholar at the East Plano Islamic Center in Texas. His academic rigor combined with accessible teaching has made him a go-to authority on Islamic theology, history, and jurisprudence.
His Seerah (biography of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ) series — over 100 episodes — is considered one of the most comprehensive English-language treatments of the Prophet's life ever produced. He is also known for tackling controversial and difficult topics in Islam with honesty and nuance.
What Yasir is Known For
Seerah Series
An epic, 100+ episode biography of Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) — one of the most comprehensive and detailed English-language Seerah ever produced.
Academic Depth
One of few Western Muslim scholars with both Islamic seminary training (Madinah) and a PhD from an Ivy League university (Yale).
Aqeedah (Theology)
His detailed courses on Islamic creed and theology are widely used in Islamic education programs worldwide.
Addressing Difficult Questions
Known for tackling tough, controversial topics openly — from the problem of evil to sectarianism to modern challenges facing Muslims.
Recommended Lectures
Seerah of the Prophet (ﷺ) — Full Series
Over 100 episodes covering every aspect of the Prophet's life, from birth to death. The gold standard for English-language Seerah content.
The Names and Attributes of Allah
A deep theological series exploring God's names — combining traditional scholarship with modern philosophical insight.
The Conquest of Constantinople
A powerful historical lecture on the Ottoman conquest and its significance in Islamic history and prophecy.
Dua — The Weapon of the Believer
A comprehensive guide to supplication in Islam — etiquette, best times, and how to make dua that is answered.
Notable Quotes
"The Seerah is not just history — it is the blueprint for how to live. Every challenge you face, the Prophet (ﷺ) faced it first."
— Yasir Qadhi
"Knowledge without action is arrogance. Action without knowledge is ignorance. You need both."
— Yasir Qadhi
"Islam doesn't ask you to stop thinking — it asks you to think deeper."
— Yasir Qadhi