When Muhammad Becomes Mo, and Ali Becomes Al

"The Dilemma of the Muslim Youth Today" by Abdullah Hakim Quick

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"Mash' Allah, my little Muhammad is such a wonderful Muslim! He obeys the elders and always prays on time." Such is the sentiment of many Muslim parents regarding their children. But when Muhammad goes off to school, does he become Mo? Does Ali become Al? Does Khadijah become Katie? Do we really know how our children behave once they step foot outside the home on their own and enter a realm dominated by secular, anti-Islamic influences? Imam Quick, a respected social worker and father of nine, brings to light this problem of the two-faced child. He looks at secular society's corruption of the youth culture and how Muslim youth have been infested with radical and strange behavior. Whether in public schools, with friends, or through the TV and internet, our children are at risk on a daily basis. He emphasizes the need for combating the overwhelming negativity with practical alternatives that can attract the youth to the masjid. A critical session for youth, parents, imams and community leaders, all of whom share in the responsibility of resolving this dilemma before it's too late. Other topics discussed: how to handle the two-faced adult, the crisis of homosexuality, defending oneself, Islam vs. culture, using wisdom in applying Islam, marriage at a young age, and being proactive. (Duration: 1 hour, 5 min)