Liberalism: The Religion of the Twenty-First​ Century - Mohammed Hijab

On Friday 26 April 2019, our long-awaited event ‘Liberalism: The Religion of the Twenty-First Century’ took place at the VU University in Amsterdam (Netherlands). We can look back on a successful event, with a great turn-out, al-hamdulillah! We were delighted to welcome more than 500 people, some even traveling from outside the country (France, Austria, Belgium) to attend the lecture given by Mohammed Hijab.

Timestamps of the lecture:
00:01:43 - 00:02:43 Apologetic behavior of minorities
00:02:44 - 00:05:46 Meaning of epistemology of liberalism
00:05:47 - 00:12:00 “We are born equal”
00:12:00 - 00:13:18 Individualism
00:13:18 - 00:26:51 Review of the history of liberalism
00:20:24 - 00:26:51 Double standards in liberalism
00:26:51 - 00:30:28 Human rights
00:31:41 - 00:38:57 Thomas Hobbes: The state of nature
00:38:58 - 00:43:04 The social contract: the power of the leader
00:43:04 - 00:56:52 Apostasy law in Islam and liberalism
00:56:54 - 01:03:18 Liberalism has nothing to offer for the muslim

Timestamps of the Q&A:
01:03:49 - 01:06:59 Debating approach
01:07:08 - 01:11:00 A common ground for muslims and liberals?
01:11:07 - 01:13:17 The focus of the muslims in the West
01:13:17 - 01:16:24 Paradoxes; relevant or not?
01:16:25 - 01:20:32 Lack of good practices in Islam
01:20:35 - 01:24:53 Responding to the fear of increasing muslim population
01:24:54 - 01:28:15 Human rights as a base of a dialogue
01:28:24 - 01:31:54 The power is in asking questions
01:32:21 - 01:35:21 Changing the narrative on a political level
01:35:28 - 01:39:37 Islamic view and organizations on pro-life
01:39:41 - 01:40:59 Liberalism and pledging allegiance in America
01:41:02 - 01:43:18 Why do liberals force their standards on people?
01:43:20 - 01:43:18 What makes Islamic morality objective?

After an explanation about the epistemological basis of liberalism, Hijab talked about the history of liberalism. From the influences of John Locke and Immanuel Kant, all the way to one of the most essential products of liberalism: The Human Rights Declaration.

When the time came for a break, the visitors could enjoy the delicious Börek from Kara Firin. We were able to enjoy this Turkish delicacy and have a chat with others.

After the break, Mohammed Hijab continued his talk and compared liberalism with Islamic traditionalism using one of the most controversial case studies: legislation on apostasy.
The event ended with an interesting Q&A-session, and Mohammed Hijab received a gift from one of our sponsors: de Gouden Weef, a unique Dutch webshop that sells exclusive Islamic gifts.

We want to thank our hosts Aya Elyamany and Sinan Kula, our sponsor de Gouden Weef and the caterer Kara Firin. In particular, we would like to thank Mohammed Hijab, who has freed up his time, to make this event possible.

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[imraniqbal]

once a wise man said: "hold on, hold on, hold on"

[robinrobyn]

I'm not even Muslim and I subscribed.

[araibahmed]

We need more muslims to watch Mohammed Hijab or such lectures and debates in general so that they don't find Islam embarrassing and defend it with pride.

[kellymoriarty]

I am a white Christian who listens to everything he has to lecture on and can be followed and applied to anyone who follows God. Well spoken and delivered.

[matheen]

I'm addicted to listening to this man. Masha Allah brother Hijab is a magnificent speaker

[AJ-illmphz]

Muhammad Hijab needs to go mainstream. He truly deserves a bigger audience and a larger platform. He needs to be heard on a much larger platform, he is truly a Gem for the Ummah in this day and age. I sincerely pray he gains more popularity and becomes a recognised face in every household. In shaa Allah.
I learn so much from his lectures and I'm able to challenge non muslims with confidence which I could never do before.

[bigmanni]

Time well spent on this presentation. American Muslims have much to gain by watching the entire video.

[nureini]

May Allah bless our Muslim brother Mohamed Hijab the legend and his very knowledgeable person. I’m proud to be a Muslim Alhamdulillah and I love all my Muslim brothers and sisters that’s true love of Muslim brotherhood and sisterhood in Islam.

[saadabdulla]

This lecture is a Gold Mine! Jazakallah Khairan kaseera

[PCmonke]

1:03:50
The Q&A
This is my check point
Later I'll continue watching it from there, where I left.

[Just_logic]

The “Knowledge General” has delivered another masterpiece

[Bhghih]

Feel the power of minute 59. Let it run, sit back, enjoy.
Brother Hijab, May God Bless You

[Lifeistransitory]

Game over for the liberalism religion.

[drissfatbadaeima]

I AME DRISS IN MOROCOO . I ASK MY GOD TO HELP YOU FOR ALL YOUR EFFORT TO GIVE THE BETTER ISLAM TO THE PEAPLES . THANKS BROTHER

[abuamanah]

Assalamu Alaikum everyone, everywhere!

[inzamam]

Noted: position ourselves in the right place from where our voices can be heard and have greater impact.

[NUDZZZ]

Alhamdulillah. Another time well spent on a superb material. Jazakallahu khairan wassalamu 'alaykum.

[ibrahimhassan]

sensational when you hear "hold on, hold on, hold on, " you better hold on or fall off my Allah bless Mohammed Hijab legendary figure of the 21st century, our descendants will be studying his talks in the future I believe history in the making mashallah.

[seekfactsnotfiction]

because of the lion Mohammad Hijab, I subscribed!

[Mr.Jasaw]

this is absolutely brilliant ^^
I love it ... I hope he can write a book on this