I lived for nine years in Oman and found the Omanis to be, without exception, incredibly kind and understanding. They are clever, industrious and very decent and generous, in every possible way. I always equated them with Quakers, only without the Quaker separateness. If I was rich there would be no other place I would rather live. However, Oman is a very special country and would be impossible to replicate. Practically Shangri-la.
I was lucky enough to spend a portion of my childhood in Oman. It was a wonderful place and of all the places we travelled it was the one that most felt like home. The people we so calm, kind, open and generous.
I am a Sunni Muslim immigrant who has stayed in Oman almost all her life. The religious tolerance part is absolutely true and a beautiful thing to experience. We used to go to the Grand Mosque to pray most Fridays (It's ibaadi) and there was a significant sunni population in the congregation. Everyone used to pray harmoniously together while following their own prayer styles. Also, a video on this subject was really needed. Thanks for putting this together.
sister can you recommend me any book about ibadi in detail or muslim scholar. Because I'm interested in this branch and I would like to talk with a I would like to talk to someone who knows about the subject.
I am the same age of you. I may had met Omanis regularly at the mosque during my study year in the US in 1980's. I thought they were sunni only of different mazhab of the 4 great imams.
I presume that you haven't pondered on Quran and haven't studied Islamic history that's why and this is our biggest problem. Quran only orders us to be Muslims.
After watching many of your videos, I can't help but be impressed by how respectful and professional you manage to remain while performing such intricate analysis of often delicate or even controversial religious ideas. You honor your field of study. Cheers!
In Tunisia and Algeria they are mostly in the south . In the island of Djerba they coexisted with a jewish community. Their mosqs minarets are short and their architecture is different and beautifully more mystic. You wouldn't tell the difference in practice though. There has been soft waves of attracting them towards Sunni islam in the 19th century just to gain political control over them. And yes the contradiction between strictness and tolerance is interesting and might be explained by the fact that their strictness in practice is directed more towards oneself rather than towards others. This makes them honest and trustworthy which is appealing for others to interact with them in everyday life.
@@Diamondraw4Real Then they are not behaving like true mzlims then, now are they? Sharia, which calls for Commanding the Right and Forbidding the Wrong, calls for progressive pressure to be applied for minor infractions. If they are not doing that, then they are not practicing Islam to the full.
@Jean Sanchez I am not telling anyone how to practice their religion. I am pointing out what their religion actually calls for. I would rather Mzlims not practice their religion based on what it is actually based upon.
I am from Oman and I follow Ibadhi school of thoughts. We are neutral minded people, we don't believe in forcing others to believe in one way or the other and we believe that the best among us is the one with sincere taqwa.
No faith other than islam can be neutral Corruption and money make muslims go non tolerance against other faith Every one was following same faith until the death of prophet muhammad pbuh. U guys made ur own version of it !!
@@Zoroxluffy1001 Assalaam Alaykum brother do you happen to know how many madhhabs are there in Islam? Yes, every one of madhhab is either to be called a school of thought or Bidaa. So do you think Salafi, Wahabi, Shia, Sufi and the rest are not made up?
@@noahtylerpritchett2682 I was not there 1400 years, and you were not either. Besides, I do not live by the past history in which everyone says something depending on the books he is reading. Today, who is destroying Islam, who is giving Islam a bad name, who is giving our beloved Prophet (SAW) a bad name, and who is giving Swahabas a bad name? Ibadhi or those who take their time insulting others even on their TVs, instead of using their time educating people and doing good deeds. You are the ones who left the teachings of the Prophet (SAW). Today we can't even travel easily because of some madhhab who pretends to be correct on everything.
I’m a Sunni Maliki Muslim from the UK and I used to live in the UAE which is very close to Oman. I have been to Oman several times but never really heard of Ibadism until a few days ago and I saw this video in my suggested feed. It’s incredibly well researched and your unbiased delivery is excellent. Also, your pronunciation of خ as well as other Arabic terminologies is very spot on. I appreciate your time taken in learning and researching this topic and presenting it so clearly. Cheers!
I agree. I try to help these channels by liking, subscribing, commenting, and/or sharing. These actions help influence the algorithm, which will eventually result in the channel showing up in other viewers' feeds. May peace be with you, stay well!! 🕊
Well this RUclips after all. I mean how many billions of views does “Gangnam Style” have now? Generally people watch pretty silly stuff here. But I do get your point. It’s depressing.
@Mohammed Al-Barwani as a shia we also believe Allah could not be seen in akhirah bcz akhirah ... But what are your beliefs regarding succession (khilaafat/imamat)
@Mohammed Al-Barwani your believes is in alignment with the believe of the Zaidi Shi'i and the Imamiyyah Shi'i and also align with the Mu'tazilah. As a Sunni, we see Ibadi as one of the offshoot of Khawarij. We see Ibadi same as Zaidi Shi'i. Two lenient mazhabs of Khawarij and Shiah.
I met some Omani students and some of them were Ibadi. I still don't know exactly who was what though because they always prayed with us and all of them got along quite well.
Absolutely fascinating. I am Christian (Protestant), but have always found other religions and spiritual practices to be interesting and inspire insight in my own beliefs and practices. Thank you for this.
I had lived in Oman for the longest of times and I was addicted to that country as Omanis are the most helpful people I have met. Though things have changed recently because of a lack of sense of political freedom, an increased sense of entitlement and poor economic policies, I can whole heartedly say that the people of Oman are the friendliest Arabs in the GCC and the most tolerant Muslim community in the world. Oman and its people have taught me what it means to be humane and I wish the country the very best!
I am an "arm chair" scholar of religious thought and history. I have studied for approximately 45 years now. I appreciate you videos very much. You have introduced me to concepts I am totally unfamiliar with. This video is a great example of this. Obrigado
Excellent video. Should be further remembered that Ibadis had a major role in the liberation struggle in Algeria against the French colonialists ( the national anthem of Algeria is indeed written by an Ibadi) and presence in East Africa where the Ibadi Al Busaidy dinasty ruled for over 1 century in Zanzibar and over the Swahili coast. Ibadism continues to have a strong presence in East Africa where Ibadi schoolars continue to be highly regarded today by both Ibadi and Sunni. Ibadism is indeed a very pure and distinctive school of thought within the Islamic community characterized by honesty, tolerance, modesty and integrity.
I have been studying about religions for years now and I have not heard about this one. You have an instant fan. One request -- keep this channel up even once you get that PhD and you are out there teaching the world. Many thanks.
@Jim Ahmed The differences between the Rusûl and Anbiya (ʿalayhimu salâtu wa salâm) as understood by that text that you referenced is incorrect. The Anbiya (ʿalayhimu salâtu wa salâm) are those whom God have revealed to and tasked them with calling people to He's Servitude Alone, warning against punishments in this World and what was to come (the Here-After), and promising of the the Good which was to come. The Rusûl (ʿalayhimu salâtu wa salâm) were Anbiya who were given a Risalah and Law (Shariʿah). Take for instance Nabi Lut and Nabi Salih (ʿalayhimu salâtu wa salâm), they were regular Anbiya but God punished the people whom they were sent too. For the Rusûl (ʿalayhimu salâtu wa salâm) it may not be the case that the their people are punished for rejecting them. For the priests of Bani Isra'il, they rejected Sayyidina ʿÎsa (ʿalayhi salâtu wa salâm) and even attempted to kill him. But yet God didn't bring a major catastrophy upon them. This leads me to my next objection which is that the punishments mentioned in the Qur'an revolve around cases where the people intended to forcefully strive against the Anbiya (ʿalayhimu salâtu wa salâm). Put all of this together and you'll realise that the foundations of your presumptions didn't hold up. But that's no issue because there are loads of proofs in the Book and the Sunnah of our Messenger (Salla Allâhu ʿalayhi wa Alihi wa sallama).
Amazing piece of work. I used to know some basics about ibadis but this video made me find out more about them. Its ironic also that Khawarij has no positive connotation among Muslims anywhere, yet a brach of Khawarij lives one of the most peaceful version of religion.
In a nutshell, Ibadi’s believe that Judgement belongs only to God. In this manner they are peaceful, tolerant and accepting towards others. How do I know this? I have lived amongst them for the past 4 years, alhumdulilah.
@The Star I feel pity for you. I don't see any problem with having 72 women in paradise. Allah SWT won't force us to have them. Paradise is created so that believers can have whatever they desire. If they desired to have many women, then they can have them. I also don't see any problem with prophet Muhammad pbuh having many wives. As for his marriage to Aisha RA, did you know that the first person to ever call the prophet PBUH A pedophile was in 1905? Which means before then, people viewed that people marrying at the age of puberty was okay. Many people have married at the age of puberty. About camel urine, which hadith states this? About the marriage to Zaynab, here is what the Quran says. “And [remember, O Muhammad], when you said to the one on whom Allah bestowed favor and you bestowed favor, “Keep your wife and fear Allah ,” while you concealed within yourself that which Allah is to disclose. And you feared the people, while Allah has more right that you fear Him. So when Zayd had no longer any need for her, We married her to you in order that there not be upon the believers any discomfort concerning the wives of their adopted sons when they no longer have need of them. And ever is the command of Allah accomplished.” - Quran 33:37 May Allah SWT guide you.
Met a guy from Oman (neighbor of a friend of a friend, long story) who said his country and/or religious community (maybe Ibadi?) was like the neutral Swiss of their part of the middle east between neighboring Sunni and Shia peoples. Always good to keep in mind who the local intermediary peacemakers are when the subject of the Hormuz strait choke point enters any geopolitical discussion. He put a BIG emphasis on gift giving and open dialogue with his immediate neighbors. If you needed sugar or to borrow a lighter he was the go to guy. The Omani: a blessing to be their neighbors.
Thank you for studying these subjects and sharing your knowledge with the world. And more importantly, being unbiased and open to feedback. May Allah bless you with many more viewers and subscribers.
jazakallahu khairan. I didn't know about ibadism before. This seems to comprise of concepts which makes more sense to people generally. Allah knows best
I lived most of my life in Oman, and I can tell you, something in Oman is the key to most problems in the world, the peace and understanding in that country is amazing, all the islamic branches live together and it's free from most of the toxicity that you see around the world. Unfortunately most of the goodness that was brought to Oman was from the leader himself Sultan Qaboos who passed away early 2020, now the country is facing some significant changes, I hope it stays the way it was an amazing and peacefull country even though I don't live in it anymore.
@@Randomuser2329 Nah dude Qaboos was very much a western modernizer, he came to power with the military support of the British and opened up a country which was rather insular and tribal.
@@Demo-0812 Thank you very much for responding to me! Very much appreciated! I think ض everyone spells differently, but the one I like the official one d with the dot on its base or bottom, which I don't have my mobile, thanks again!
I'm an Ibadi man, who studied in private Ibadi schools, and I'd like to say that we aren't close to rather the Mutazili or Asha'ris regarding free will, I'd describe it as something in between Also regarding Sinnig people, we do consider them Muslims, because we divide disbelief into two types, disbelief in grace, and disbelief in faith, the first one describes sinning people, and it means that they didn't been graceful towards Allah's graces, and it doesn't mean that the person isn't Muslim, because he/ she still believe in the core of Islam which are the 6 pillars of faith, and the second type is the that that would mean that the person disbelieved in one of the pillars and left the Islam. Other than that, you really got perfectly covered
I've lived in Oman for almost 6 years amongst the Ibadi community of Oman. They are amongst the most kind, helpful and tolerant people in the world. One of the best places to stay or live anywhere. May Allah bless the Ibadi community and people of Oman.
As a shia, i lived for a while in Oman, one of the most hospitable, nice and happy people I have seen. So nice, so calm. I have never seen an Oman scream or something hahaha, which is usual for arabs. They also have a nice cuisine inspired by many cultures. I highly recommend visiting Oman, you will not be disappointed. May Allah rest the soul of sultan qabus in peace, and may Allah bless his and your soul for doing such good content.
As Always. I appreciate you for being honest, unbiased and being knowledge for the sake of knowledge which unfortunately I do not find in majority of traditional Muslim scholars. Thanks for enlightening me.
I lived in Oman for many years in the 70s, so I'm naturally aware of Ibadism. History aside, Oman in my experience is one of the most enchanting and beautiful places in the world, with people who are peace-loving and don't like to take sides; eventhough they all carry a dagger :)
I visited Oman a few years ago and the Omani people are some of the nicest people I've ever met. I highly suggest visiting Oman and experiencing their culture, which they are more than happy to educate you. I hope to go back someday.
NOI and ahmedi aren’t actually as distant as you may think, WD Fard (who taught and converted Elijah) was an ahmedi and as a result Farrakhan still uses an Ahmedi translation when he quotes the Quran
They seem to share alot of similarities with Shia Zaydis , especially in regard to justice, although less militant . An Interesting sect in Islam which still holding sway in Yemen . I hope you can do a video on them in the future
I am Sunni and have never heard of Ibadi branch of Islam until now. I have been watching your videos on Shiism and they changed my uninformed opinion of Shii Islam dramatically. Thank you so much for it, wish you all success and happiness on your intellectual journey. Also, I find your music amazing.
Do you mean only muslims and people that are from Bangladesh? Or do you mean love from Bangladesh to all people? Because if you’re only wishing your own kind well then you are in wrong
Also practiced in Zanzibar and Kenyan coast which were both Omani protectorates under Sultan of Oman. As a Kenyan and Christian I uphold the school/doctrine of Ibadism highly and if I was to any day be a Muslim then Ibadi would be my school.
Very unbiased, deep, and respectfull content ( i saw this Episode and the sunni-shia Episode) and as sunni Person who has a good scientific Religious education i would say that these two Episodes are highly accurate ( about 97%) and all the 3% faults considered small Btw : ibadisim is not with the normal d but with the thick d( the Letter dad not Letter dal) In arabic "المذهب الإباضي"
Thank you for this. In 1996, Oman adopted for the first time a Western constitution. A group of judges were sent to Egypt to learn the basics of Continental code-based, Law, but they also wanted to learn and incorporate aspects of Anglo-American common law. I spent a year in Oman, 2004-2005, teaching and working with judges and prosecutors, including two Supreme Court justices. I also worked with members of the Al Hinai family, who staffed many positions in the Ministry of Justice. The Omani people I worked with were among the most honorable, humble and hospitable people I've ever met.
A naive question from a westerner, isn't staffing Ministry of Justice with members of one family prone to corruption, nepotism and all sorts of favoritisms?
@@sir_humpy Maybe, from a Westerner's point of view. But it's not that simple. First, remember that the Sultanate of Oman has just started down the path to Westernization; change from traditions that are centuries or millennia old takes not years but generations. Also, not everyone in the ministry was of the same family. The Deputy Chief Justice, for instance, was from a different family. Second, people hire people they know and trust, and in a culture where backstabbing has been literal, trust is vital. While I was there, there was an attempted coup, an attempt to revert back to the "rule of the imams". I knew someone in the Ministry of Justice who secretly supported the coup; notably, he was not of the Al Hinai family. Third, I have friends who graduated from elite universities (I didn't) who said that just having graduated from Cambridge University, for example, gave them advantages not because they were better qualified for a job but because of where they graduated from. How is this not also favoritism? At least in Arab countries, nepotism and favoritism are open and acknowledged, not hidden behind a facade of fairness.
@@brb5506, I have to believe you that this family system probably makes a lot of sense from a local perspective. Do members of the family themselves realize the dangers of this arrangement? If they don't, if the only things they see are benefits from having "subcontracted" a Ministry, they won't have any incentive at all to change and lose power. They will go on with the family business for generations and centuries. Who's to stop them?
@@sir_humpy As it always has there and in the West. The same wealthy families and elites control most of the power in Western countries, too. In Canada, who's the prime minister? I remember his father as prime minister. In the U.S. and other Western countries, there are firmly entrenched power cliques that might as well be families -- except that they trust each other less. What's to stop them, you ask? What's to stop anyone anywhere: Integrity, honesty, and humility. No system can work if the individuals in it are corrupt; any system can work if the individuals in it are humble and honest. The judges and prosecutors who were my students had greater integrity, honesty, and humility than any lawyer (well, that's not saying much) or judge I ever met or heard of in the West.
@@brb5506, with all respect, comparing Trudeau father-son political dynasty to having the whole Ministry of Justice (the irony of it) in the hands of a clan is nonsensical. The scope and implications are just not comparable. Trudeau quite possibly will not be re-elected and he will be close to nobody out of office. Hardly your case where the Ministry is secured for generations to come unless something major happens. You might be closer to truth here with the US but again the Bushes or the Clintons are nowhere near commanding whole Ministries. There is a serious flaw in your reasoning about the "No system can work if the individuals in it are corrupt". Well, actually it can, not perfectly, nothing is perfect, but we can make it work. No system is 100% honest and no system is 100% corrupt. That's why Western political thought believes in-built checks and balances, public control and media coverage do much more to make the system work and stop abuses of power than integrity, honesty and humility alone. What body controls the doings of the Al Hinai family?
very interesting topic, also find you very respectful in small things like saying may he rest in peace when you refer to the former Omani sultan. Subscribed
RIP to Sultan Qaboos, he will be missed among both Omanis and the many non-Omanis who reside in the country. Hopefully someone as generous and hospitable as him will continue to lead the nation.
sultan haitham looks promising, I think that the problem is that he came in a crisis(s) and debt and stuff. so that is why Oman didn't do that much after he came but he has plans and he changed a lot of ministers and lead the Oman 2040 vision! God know how it will go.
I’m a Sunni born and raised, but I prefer and would even support the Ibadi doctrine on authority - that the Imam is democratically elected by a group of scholars based on their “piety, righteousness and ability to lead”. I don’t like the hereditary aspect of Sunni leadership (which is basically a monarchy) and the Shia belief that Imam’s are infallible veer too closely to Roman Catholicism to me. All my opinion though 😁
In Sunni Islam it is not hereditary, neither Omer nor Abu Baker were from the Prophet's family. A Khalif must be elected by the people of authority according to his piety and ability... but sadly, the later Khalifs made it a hereditary business!
I was waiting for this video...I knew about ibadis but i don’t know anything without the name of this branch... This video help me to satisfy my thirst.. Thank you for your informative video...😍
Love your videos. It's great we have knowledgeable people like yourself making objective videos such as these. I come from a Barelvi Sunni background but have been an agnostic atheist for 14 years. Your videos are greatly appreciated. Keep up the great work
As always , well constructed and very very informative. You updated my knowledge about Ibadies (my knowledge was limited to the old ways of it ) Thank you 🙏 for making these videos.
An omani here! Just wanted to clarify that in prayer, we do say ameen, just not loudly to the point where people car hear it! Uf you were to see a video on omani people praying you will notice thier mouth moving when the time comes to say ameen, Thank you for this video by the way :D
I am an expat in Oman and I've seen that everyone here respects all other sects. All sects pray in same mosques according to the way they want. And if people of a sect want, they can have their own mosques like I have seen Shia mosques in Shia majority areas. No one objects each other and mind their own businesses. It makes me very happy that everyone respects each other.
Best comment. I wish everyone is wise like you. Most of those who comment in here are just very immature and knows nothing about the Branches of Islam.
I'm and Indian Muslim living in Muscat, Oman. Omani Arabs are known for their humility and hospitality, and the Ibadis are tolerant and accepting of other two sects of Islam. For e.g. for Jum'a prayers Sunni Muslims from South Asia pray along with Ibadis/Omanis, behind an Ibadi Imam. One of the things we notice is that during 'ihram' Ibadis don't rest their hands on either their chest or abdomen as Sunnis do, but on their sides as the Shiites. I'm not sure if Shiites also share the masjid along with Sunnis and Ibadis during congregational prayers.
Fun fact ,In oman all sectors of islam pray together in the same mosques everyday . You can practice all the practices you’re sector instructors while praying alongside everyone else it’s just the norm. And for other religions there are several churches and hindu temples ( mentioned those two because they are the most common)all a cross the country.
I just learned that we have Ibadis in Tunisia ! I've never heard of this branch before and I am surprised they the majority of the south of Tunisia are Ibadis !!
Beni Mzab here in Algeria are Ibadhi. The beautiful city of Ghardaia is almost 100% Ibadhi. As a Sunni Aissaoui I have a lot of respect and admiration for them: a strong sens of community, impressive work ethics, and a outstanding social organisation. They're our brothers and we love them. Although the Salafi are trying to divide us.
The so-called Islamic branches exist only due to political schisms. Even within the Shiite branch, there are many different groups such as the Imamiyyah, Ismailiyyah, and Zaidiyyah branches for their school of jurisprudence. The same goes for the Sunnis and Ibadis. Even within the Shiite, the Shiite and Sunnis scholars have and had excommunicated within them for espousing a theology that fanaticizes Ali with some going even as far as promoting the trinity. Then again, the Sunnis, the Shiites, the Ibadhis, etc do not differ about the fundamentals of the faith. We do however differ on the branch matters of jurisprudence and theology such as how to pray, the fallibility of the ruler, how Zakat is collected, how to take the ablution, etc.
As an ibadi, I am disappointed with the amount of misinformation in this video. We are not descendants of the khawarij as some groups claim. We are not against Imam Ali. We did not change to be more tolerant. Yet we never were in war with muslims, and we didn't change any belief. Also about free will if you sin that won't make you a non Muslim but, if you make a major sin like murder or rape without repentance you won't end in heaven, unlike sunni scholars who believe that everyone that believes the shahada is granteed to end in heaven regardless. I was offended when you linked tolerance with musicians... if you know enough about oman you'll recognise that those minority groups aren't ibadi, besides ibadis consider music for entertainment purposes haram and a disgraceful act. I am sorry if I seemed harsh but I would like people to view the real picture. I would suggest you watch the interview of ahmed alkhalili in aljazirah, where he explained a general idea about ibadism Thank you
As an Algerian, of course i have heard of them before. In Algeria ibadhis are amazigh not arab very religious and disciplined people. They are known to have the best work ethic in Algeria. Witch explains them owning the majority of successful businesses. I went to school whith a couple of them they are very polite and kind.
@@gauravpasi4264 yes! Like i said! Went to medical school with some of them, and they have a lot of successful businesses. They are very friendly but very strict in their practices.
That doesn’t make it a sect, that’s barely a school in theology “ mazhab “. They don’t disagree on a single issue, yet theological and cultural differences as Islam doesn’t interfere with people culture
They don't accept the 1st 4 caliphs. Many sunnis consider that heretical. They also don't accept the same hadiths. Again disqualifying by many sunni muslims.
@@denganituingatlahdia8867 Of course they do. All muslims say the shahada. That and no 🐖 are the only two things that every muslim agrees on. Like the video said, they have their own books.
Hey man, I suggest uploading all your works in audio format as podcasts to Spotify and Apple podcasts. I think most people do not have the time to watch videos for a long time but many can listen to long podcasts the whole day depending on their job.
😂 I was in Liverpool university prayer room where I prayed with two Omani ibadhis, I just prayed with them didn’t know what to do they pray way more different than Sunnis.
It is said that the Prophet once sent a man to another region of Arabia, where he was insulted and beaten. He returned to the Prophet and told him about it. Thereupon the Prophet praised the residents of Oman: "If you had come to the people of Oman, so would they neither have insulted nor beaten you." Alhumdulilah Oman is blessed.
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You forgot to say Ibadi gives 10% goods produced modifier.
Man of culture
Yeah one of the best buffs out there
Although I remember when it used to be a +10% morale of navies
That and cloves? Literally Scrooge McDuck.
Blue Crescent FTW :D
Isn’t it a bonus to navies?
Being a Sunni muslim, I'll have to agree this is the first time i am hearing about Ibadism. This was a really well explained video.
Glad I could provide new information!
@Rizvi piss of how dare you ask that its a choice of course its sinful but it doesn't mean you can force it on others.
Noora how is not wearing a niqab or hijab a sin? I thought it was an option for piety, but nothing more and nothing less...
@Bored who are you to question me ? 😊
@@parchment543 Its a sin lol as its fardh but it shouldn't be forced
I lived for nine years in Oman and found the Omanis to be, without exception, incredibly kind and understanding. They are clever, industrious and very decent and generous, in every possible way. I always equated them with Quakers, only without the Quaker separateness. If I was rich there would be no other place I would rather live.
However, Oman is a very special country and would be impossible to replicate. Practically Shangri-la.
yes! exactly! i would not stay here this long (15 years and counting) if not for the people and culture.
"If I was rich", you say. Is oman a expensive country to live in?
@@magnuseng3345 . It is for a foreigner. Spongers are not encouraged.
I was lucky enough to spend a portion of my childhood in Oman. It was a wonderful place and of all the places we travelled it was the one that most felt like home. The people we so calm, kind, open and generous.
The earth is for everybody
I am a Sunni Muslim immigrant who has stayed in Oman almost all her life. The religious tolerance part is absolutely true and a beautiful thing to experience. We used to go to the Grand Mosque to pray most Fridays (It's ibaadi) and there was a significant sunni population in the congregation. Everyone used to pray harmoniously together while following their own prayer styles.
Also, a video on this subject was really needed. Thanks for putting this together.
Wow, that's impressive. Sunnis and not-sunnis in peace in the same mesquite
sister can you recommend me any book about ibadi in detail or muslim scholar. Because I'm interested in this branch and I would like to talk with a I would like to talk to someone who knows about the subject.
@@dreadnought5452 I suggest you first learn how to follow the sunnah. Quran and sunnah and the way of the salaf as-salih. Study Tawhid first.
I am a 53 years old Muslim male, never heard of Ibadisum.Thanks for updating my religious information ☺️🙏
I am the same age of you. I may had met Omanis regularly at the mosque during my study year in the US in 1980's. I thought they were sunni only of different mazhab of the 4 great imams.
I presume that you haven't pondered on Quran and haven't studied Islamic history that's why and this is our biggest problem.
Quran only orders us to be Muslims.
Ibadis are not Muslims
Ibadism is mainly found in Oman, they're the descendants of kharijites.
@@AwaisKhan-oy8rp noob
After watching many of your videos, I can't help but be impressed by how respectful and professional you manage to remain while performing such intricate analysis of often delicate or even controversial religious ideas. You honor your field of study. Cheers!
Well he is right, being a Muslim myself never heard of the ibadi branch of islam,
Very informative thanks
In Tunisia and Algeria they are mostly in the south . In the island of Djerba they coexisted with a jewish community. Their mosqs minarets are short and their architecture is different and beautifully more mystic. You wouldn't tell the difference in practice though. There has been soft waves of attracting them towards Sunni islam in the 19th century just to gain political control over them.
And yes the contradiction between strictness and tolerance is interesting and might be explained by the fact that their strictness in practice is directed more towards oneself rather than towards others. This makes them honest and trustworthy which is appealing for others to interact with them in everyday life.
Peace is possible ❤
Do they practice "Commanding the Right and Forbidding the Wrong".
@@charlesmuhmanson3928 that's part of Islam. Why? The prophet Muhammad (PBUH) did and so did the early Muslims (RAnhum)
@@Diamondraw4Real Then they are not behaving like true mzlims then, now are they? Sharia, which calls for Commanding the Right and Forbidding the Wrong, calls for progressive pressure to be applied for minor infractions. If they are not doing that, then they are not practicing Islam to the full.
@Jean Sanchez I am not telling anyone how to practice their religion. I am pointing out what their religion actually calls for. I would rather Mzlims not practice their religion based on what it is actually based upon.
I am from Oman and I follow Ibadhi school of thoughts. We are neutral minded people, we don't believe in forcing others to believe in one way or the other and we believe that the best among us is the one with sincere taqwa.
No faith other than islam can be neutral
Corruption and money make muslims go non tolerance against other faith
Every one was following same faith until the death of prophet muhammad pbuh.
U guys made ur own version of it !!
@@Zoroxluffy1001 Assalaam Alaykum brother do you happen to know how many madhhabs are there in Islam? Yes, every one of madhhab is either to be called a school of thought or Bidaa. So do you think Salafi, Wahabi, Shia, Sufi and the rest are not made up?
The Kharijites which Ibadis spawn from were radical.
@@noahtylerpritchett2682 I was not there 1400 years, and you were not either. Besides, I do not live by the past history in which everyone says something depending on the books he is reading. Today, who is destroying Islam, who is giving Islam a bad name, who is giving our beloved Prophet (SAW) a bad name, and who is giving Swahabas a bad name? Ibadhi or those who take their time insulting others even on their TVs, instead of using their time educating people and doing good deeds. You are the ones who left the teachings of the Prophet (SAW). Today we can't even travel easily because of some madhhab who pretends to be correct on everything.
@@TheQuranChannel123you guys are the reason for the first and second fitnah
I’m a Sunni Maliki Muslim from the UK and I used to live in the UAE which is very close to Oman. I have been to Oman several times but never really heard of Ibadism until a few days ago and I saw this video in my suggested feed. It’s incredibly well researched and your unbiased delivery is excellent. Also, your pronunciation of خ as well as other Arabic terminologies is very spot on. I appreciate your time taken in learning and researching this topic and presenting it so clearly. Cheers!
Assalamualaikum from a hanafi
Just want to say it was EU4 that taught me this branch exist, and how sufi is not a branch.
That's awesome! Never played those games but they seem like a lot of fun!
Sufi is not a branch, it's school of purication of the heart
Sufi is a branch of Sunni muslim, but it also between sunni and shia...
@@phyominthein2938 No, like the one above you said, it's a school of thought not a so called branch like Sunni or Shia.
@@Acalmujannahmalaysia I never said it is a branch, why are you telling me this.
It's a really sad state of RUclips, that a channel like this is criminally underrated and underappreciated.
I agree. I try to help these channels by liking, subscribing, commenting, and/or sharing. These actions help influence the algorithm, which will eventually result in the channel showing up in other viewers' feeds. May peace be with you, stay well!! 🕊
Well if you like the video Share it with your friends and share on social media.
@@fridgemagnet9831 I did.
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Well this RUclips after all.
I mean how many billions of views does
“Gangnam Style” have now? Generally people watch pretty silly stuff here.
But I do get your point. It’s depressing.
I am a hindu and i lived in oman for nearly 10 years.I loved those ppl so much.
NB:Now i'm an Atheist
Stockholm syndrome?
@@demorvie
Wtfk ?
@@friendlycreature6375 "feelings of trust or affection felt in many cases of kidnapping or hostage-taking by a victim toward a captor".
@@demorvie
Dude, i know what is it.
I mean, what does it have to do with his comment ?
@@demorvie
You probably should reread his comment again, he never used the word "captive"
As an Ibadhi, I can say this is a good summary.
Ibadhis in general do not consider themselves Khawarij.
What are your views about imam Ali as per ibadi faith??
Then what are your major differences with mainstream Sunni Muslims? Can u pls reply?
@Mohammed Al-Barwani as a shia we also believe Allah could not be seen in akhirah bcz akhirah ... But what are your beliefs regarding succession (khilaafat/imamat)
As an Ibadi, do you get a 10% goods produced modifier?
@Mohammed Al-Barwani your believes is in alignment with the believe of the Zaidi Shi'i and the Imamiyyah Shi'i and also align with the Mu'tazilah. As a Sunni, we see Ibadi as one of the offshoot of Khawarij. We see Ibadi same as Zaidi Shi'i. Two lenient mazhabs of Khawarij and Shiah.
Me, who plays Europa Universalis IV:
Hey, I've seen this one
He said most people haven't heard of them I'm guessing everyone who has has played paradox games
Man of culture
Man, your profile image reminds me the Mzab flag
Crusader Kings for me.
Thanks, Paradox Interactive! :P
I love this video. I’m a Muslim and this is my first time learning about the Ibadis. BTW, your pronunciation of خ is excellent!
The خ is never be the scale!!! But ض & ط &ظ is the scale!!!
@@Fallen_Angel17 Wdym
Truss me he sounded like a full on Arab when he said it
I like your videos, they are unbiased and do not offend whatsoever division or faction.
Thank you, I try my best!
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@@kelandmarketingtradingco2313 david wood etc puts nothing but garbage into the listeners minds. So they put out only garbage.
I met some Omani students and some of them were Ibadi. I still don't know exactly who was what though because they always prayed with us and all of them got along quite well.
Bravo, you pronounce these Arab words so well, I'm really impressed. Loved this video and I'm now very curious to discover your channel. Thank you!
Absolutely fascinating. I am Christian (Protestant), but have always found other religions and spiritual practices to be interesting and inspire insight in my own beliefs and practices. Thank you for this.
I welcome you to the only true religion of God. Islam.
I had lived in Oman for the longest of times and I was addicted to that country as Omanis are the most helpful people I have met. Though things have changed recently because of a lack of sense of political freedom, an increased sense of entitlement and poor economic policies, I can whole heartedly say that the people of Oman are the friendliest Arabs in the GCC and the most tolerant Muslim community in the world. Oman and its people have taught me what it means to be humane and I wish the country the very best!
What did you work in Oman?
You looking for a job?
@@urstube6901are you offering a job?
I'm looking for a job,@@urstube6901
I stayed in Oman for years, but I've never heard of this.
Damn.
Can vouch for their hospitality, though.
I am a christian born in Oman people of Oman are pearls amidst others they are so good people ,It is a country I can never forget.
thx
Real omaní Christian or expat family.
@@polishherowitoldpilecki5521 are u looking to recruit someone
@@adamz8314 just curious
@@polishherowitoldpilecki5521 hmmmm
I must comment on your pronunciation. both English and Arabic. You have a gift in languages bro.
Truss he does but Where’s he originally from
@@unknownrealist5374 I do not know wallah
@@unknownrealist5374 Sweden
I am an "arm chair" scholar of religious thought and history. I have studied for approximately 45 years now. I appreciate you videos very much. You have introduced me to concepts I am totally unfamiliar with. This video is a great example of this. Obrigado
What is your opinion about Islam ???
@@anshulbhardwaj4038 Why’s that your concern, cow-worshipper?
This is my first time hearing about Ibadi Islam. Very interesting. I'm glad I clicked on this.
Excellent video. Should be further remembered that Ibadis had a major role in the liberation struggle in Algeria against the French colonialists ( the national anthem of Algeria is indeed written by an Ibadi) and presence in East Africa where the Ibadi Al Busaidy dinasty ruled for over 1 century in Zanzibar and over the Swahili coast. Ibadism continues to have a strong presence in East Africa where Ibadi schoolars continue to be highly regarded today by both Ibadi and Sunni. Ibadism is indeed a very pure and distinctive school of thought within the Islamic community characterized by honesty, tolerance, modesty and integrity.
I, too, have played Europa Universalis 4.
same
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I'm sorry, بررررررررر
Did you ever play 3rd grade grammar???
Amazing! as a student of Middle Eastern studies, your videos are gold for me!
I have been studying about religions for years now and I have not heard about this one. You have an instant fan. One request -- keep this channel up even once you get that PhD and you are out there teaching the world. Many thanks.
Great video, im a Muslim Arab and know very few about them.
Happy I could provide some knowledge :)
Few not little. You say few, when something is countable.
@Jim Ahmed The differences between the Rusûl and Anbiya (ʿalayhimu salâtu wa salâm) as understood by that text that you referenced is incorrect.
The Anbiya (ʿalayhimu salâtu wa salâm) are those whom God have revealed to and tasked them with calling people to He's Servitude Alone, warning against punishments in this World and what was to come (the Here-After), and promising of the the Good which was to come.
The Rusûl (ʿalayhimu salâtu wa salâm) were Anbiya who were given a Risalah and Law (Shariʿah).
Take for instance Nabi Lut and Nabi Salih (ʿalayhimu salâtu wa salâm), they were regular Anbiya but God punished the people whom they were sent too.
For the Rusûl (ʿalayhimu salâtu wa salâm) it may not be the case that the their people are punished for rejecting them. For the priests of Bani Isra'il, they rejected Sayyidina ʿÎsa (ʿalayhi salâtu wa salâm) and even attempted to kill him. But yet God didn't bring a major catastrophy upon them.
This leads me to my next objection which is that the punishments mentioned in the Qur'an revolve around cases where the people intended to forcefully strive against the Anbiya (ʿalayhimu salâtu wa salâm). Put all of this together and you'll realise that the foundations of your presumptions didn't hold up. But that's no issue because there are loads of proofs in the Book and the Sunnah of our Messenger (Salla Allâhu ʿalayhi wa Alihi wa sallama).
I am an Arab Christian and I know quite a lot about them, mainly because I lived for a long time in Oman
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Amazing piece of work. I used to know some basics about ibadis but this video made me find out more about them. Its ironic also that Khawarij has no positive connotation among Muslims anywhere, yet a brach of Khawarij lives one of the most peaceful version of religion.
In a nutshell, Ibadi’s believe that Judgement belongs only to God. In this manner they are peaceful, tolerant and accepting towards others.
How do I know this? I have lived amongst them for the past 4 years, alhumdulilah.
Sunnis also believe God is the one to judge us. But there has to be laws, don't ibadis have sharia?
@Nihilist Seeker Allah gives us the Sharia through the Quaran and Sunnah what's so wrong using these Laws from Allah.
The Star You are either so ignorant or just a blatant liar.
The Star What is your belief anyway?
@The Star I feel pity for you. I don't see any problem with having 72 women in paradise. Allah SWT won't force us to have them. Paradise is created so that believers can have whatever they desire. If they desired to have many women, then they can have them. I also don't see any problem with prophet Muhammad pbuh having many wives. As for his marriage to Aisha RA, did you know that the first person to ever call the prophet PBUH A pedophile was in 1905? Which means before then, people viewed that people marrying at the age of puberty was okay. Many people have married at the age of puberty. About camel urine, which hadith states this? About the marriage to Zaynab, here is what the Quran says.
“And [remember, O Muhammad], when you said to the one on whom Allah bestowed favor and you bestowed favor, “Keep your wife and fear Allah ,” while you concealed within yourself that which Allah is to disclose. And you feared the people, while Allah has more right that you fear Him. So when Zayd had no longer any need for her, We married her to you in order that there not be upon the believers any discomfort concerning the wives of their adopted sons when they no longer have need of them. And ever is the command of Allah accomplished.” - Quran 33:37
May Allah SWT guide you.
Amazingly how precisely and concisely you deliver the lectures. Seldom one find it anywhere else.
Met a guy from Oman (neighbor of a friend of a friend, long story) who said his country and/or religious community (maybe Ibadi?) was like the neutral Swiss of their part of the middle east between neighboring Sunni and Shia peoples. Always good to keep in mind who the local intermediary peacemakers are when the subject of the Hormuz strait choke point enters any geopolitical discussion. He put a BIG emphasis on gift giving and open dialogue with his immediate neighbors. If you needed sugar or to borrow a lighter he was the go to guy. The Omani: a blessing to be their neighbors.
100% agree with you . God bless them and Oman .
Thank you for studying these subjects and sharing your knowledge with the world. And more importantly, being unbiased and open to feedback. May Allah bless you with many more viewers and subscribers.
As a Muslim who lives in a Muslim country , I have to admit that this is the first time that see this term. It's really good.
you are welcome to know more about ibadi.
jazakallahu khairan. I didn't know about ibadism before. This seems to comprise of concepts which makes more sense to people generally. Allah knows best
I lived most of my life in Oman, and I can tell you, something in Oman is the key to most problems in the world, the peace and understanding in that country is amazing, all the islamic branches live together and it's free from most of the toxicity that you see around the world. Unfortunately most of the goodness that was brought to Oman was from the leader himself Sultan Qaboos who passed away early 2020, now the country is facing some significant changes, I hope it stays the way it was an amazing and peacefull country even though I don't live in it anymore.
@@Randomuser2329 Nah dude Qaboos was very much a western modernizer, he came to power with the military support of the British and opened up a country which was rather insular and tribal.
Ok to be honest I am a little shocked that a lot of people never heard of Ibadhis before
Thanks for reminding them friend
You spell it Ibadhis, why? How do you spell in Arabic? I thought it would be عِبَادِي , is that correct? Why do you have dh = ?
@@samantarmaxammadsaciid5156 عبادي is incorrect
In Arabic it is written اباضي
@@samantarmaxammadsaciid5156 the dh is pronounced like th but it's only heavier
@@Demo-0812
Thank you very much for responding to me! Very much appreciated! I think ض everyone spells differently, but the one I like the official one d with the dot on its base or bottom, which I don't have my mobile, thanks again!
@@samantarmaxammadsaciid5156 you're welcome
I'm an Ibadi man, who studied in private Ibadi schools, and I'd like to say that we aren't close to rather the Mutazili or Asha'ris regarding free will, I'd describe it as something in between
Also regarding Sinnig people, we do consider them Muslims, because we divide disbelief into two types, disbelief in grace, and disbelief in faith, the first one describes sinning people, and it means that they didn't been graceful towards Allah's graces, and it doesn't mean that the person isn't Muslim, because he/ she still believe in the core of Islam which are the 6 pillars of faith, and the second type is the that that would mean that the person disbelieved in one of the pillars and left the Islam.
Other than that, you really got perfectly covered
Can you please tell me more about it i am listening it for the first time.
I mean how do you pray and all ..
@@AbCd-zo5tb i can tell I am converted ibadi from India can you give me your Instagram
@@AbCd-zo5tb ibadis have exact method of prophet Muhammad we learn everything from aisha (ra) and ibn Abbas (ra)
@@Karachiking45 riyazkhan3079
@@AbCd-zo5tb thanks❤
Humble person ..... May ALLAH SWT give you success in both worlds ....
I've lived in Oman for almost 6 years amongst the Ibadi community of Oman. They are amongst the most kind, helpful and tolerant people in the world. One of the best places to stay or live anywhere. May Allah bless the Ibadi community and people of Oman.
As a shia, i lived for a while in Oman, one of the most hospitable, nice and happy people I have seen. So nice, so calm. I have never seen an Oman scream or something hahaha, which is usual for arabs. They also have a nice cuisine inspired by many cultures. I highly recommend visiting Oman, you will not be disappointed. May Allah rest the soul of sultan qabus in peace, and may Allah bless his and your soul for doing such good content.
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@@englishexpert1989 thank you, really nice
Im Shia too. Rest in Peace and Heaven Sultan Qaboos. Rest in Paradise Sultan Qaboos.
Honestly, i wouldn't even know that ibadi existed without playing eu4
Mzab😁
Yeetus Delitus nice name lol
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whats EU4?
@@MrLangkahKanan Europa Universalis 4, it's a grand strategy game, you can play as any nation in the world practically, from the year 1444 to 1821
As Always. I appreciate you for being honest, unbiased and being knowledge for the sake of knowledge which unfortunately I do not find in majority of traditional Muslim scholars. Thanks for enlightening me.
I lived in Oman for many years in the 70s, so I'm naturally aware of Ibadism. History aside, Oman in my experience is one of the most enchanting and beautiful places in the world, with people who are peace-loving and don't like to take sides; eventhough they all carry a dagger :)
Hhhhhhh 🗡
I'm impressed by your Arabic pronunciation.
I visited Oman a few years ago and the Omani people are some of the nicest people I've ever met.
I highly suggest visiting Oman and experiencing their culture, which they are more than happy to educate you. I hope to go back someday.
I am Sunni from the US and I’ve met every type of Muslim from NOI to Ahmedi and this is my first time meeting Ibadism.
Ahmedi ain't Muslim bud
@@Leon-wd3ng You have 2 types of Ahmadiyya.
NOI and ahmedi aren’t actually as distant as you may think, WD Fard (who taught and converted Elijah) was an ahmedi and as a result Farrakhan still uses an Ahmedi translation when he quotes the Quran
NOI,Ahmadiyyah, alawite, Quranist are all non Muslims
@@sufimuslimlion4114 Quranist Non-Muslim?🤣 why
This is one of the best and most thorough explanations of Ibadism! It's a strand of Islam that's not so well known! Kudos!
They seem to share alot of similarities with Shia Zaydis , especially in regard to justice, although less militant . An Interesting sect in Islam which still holding sway in Yemen . I hope you can do a video on them in the future
Hope he does a video of Yemen and how Saudi Arabia is killing them senseless for no reason.
@@inaamali6541 Not likely as he focuses on religion not geopolitics.
Based Houthi
Very well done Sir! 🤩👌🏼
I learned a lot of new things about this branch
Your pronunciation is just on point!
Always appreciate someone who does his homework 👌😍
I am Sunni and have never heard of Ibadi branch of Islam until now. I have been watching your videos on Shiism and they changed my uninformed opinion of Shii Islam dramatically. Thank you so much for it, wish you all success and happiness on your intellectual journey. Also, I find your music amazing.
Another great video. I thought I knew a good amount about religion but I keep learning new stuff on you channel
It makes me very happy to hear you say that!
In my life, i never seen even Shia muslim, let alone Ibadi people. Love to all Muslim & Human being from *Bangladesh* 🇧🇩
Do you mean only muslims and people that are from Bangladesh? Or do you mean love from Bangladesh to all people?
Because if you’re only wishing your own kind well then you are in wrong
@@gordanorangutan7475 he's most likely telling it mainly to his muslim brotherhood ...... And very little love left to humanity
@@gordanorangutan7475 He’s in Bangladesh, wishing love to all Muslims and other humans.
@@tlpranav6668 no he says love to all muslims and human beings wich also includes the muslims
those sects are not that popular and most muslims are just muslims , most those sects emerged from political differences not religious
Proud to be ibadi muslim from Oman 🇴🇲 ☺️☺️ I send love to u guys ❤️❤️
I hope to visit Oman someday.
Robert Darling you are always welcome darling even though there’s no much to see here 😂😢
@معاذ السيناوي قوقش نوبة انتي
I already heard about this branch of Islam, but this is by far the most well explained video
This channel is absolutely fascinating’!
I’m smashing that subscribe button now!
Who’s the presenter? An excellent unbiased and calm manner he has!
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This was the most concise and easy to understand video about ibadism thank you for making it
Thank you!
Also practiced in Zanzibar and Kenyan coast which were both Omani protectorates under Sultan of Oman.
As a Kenyan and Christian I uphold the school/doctrine of Ibadism highly and if I was to any day be a Muslim then Ibadi would be my school.
Nupuqi Om-Re Khonectics chamber degrees will guide you
So funny how human conquest and bloodshed seems to underlay all the Abraham based religions and offshoots
Very unbiased, deep, and respectfull content ( i saw this Episode and the sunni-shia Episode) and as sunni Person who has a good scientific Religious education i would say that these two Episodes are highly accurate ( about 97%) and all the 3% faults considered small
Btw : ibadisim is not with the normal d but with the thick d( the Letter dad not Letter dal)
In arabic
"المذهب الإباضي"
Some of the best, most informative and easy-to-learn videos on RUclips. Keep up the great work.
I lived in Oman for five years and found the Omanis I worked with (all Ibadhis) to be wonderful people with a natural warmth and generosity.
Thank you for this. In 1996, Oman adopted for the first time a Western constitution. A group of judges were sent to Egypt to learn the basics of Continental code-based, Law, but they also wanted to learn and incorporate aspects of Anglo-American common law. I spent a year in Oman, 2004-2005, teaching and working with judges and prosecutors, including two Supreme Court justices. I also worked with members of the Al Hinai family, who staffed many positions in the Ministry of Justice. The Omani people I worked with were among the most honorable, humble and hospitable people I've ever met.
A naive question from a westerner, isn't staffing Ministry of Justice with members of one family prone to corruption, nepotism and all sorts of favoritisms?
@@sir_humpy Maybe, from a Westerner's point of view. But it's not that simple. First, remember that the Sultanate of Oman has just started down the path to Westernization; change from traditions that are centuries or millennia old takes not years but generations. Also, not everyone in the ministry was of the same family. The Deputy Chief Justice, for instance, was from a different family.
Second, people hire people they know and trust, and in a culture where backstabbing has been literal, trust is vital. While I was there, there was an attempted coup, an attempt to revert back to the "rule of the imams". I knew someone in the Ministry of Justice who secretly supported the coup; notably, he was not of the Al Hinai family.
Third, I have friends who graduated from elite universities (I didn't) who said that just having graduated from Cambridge University, for example, gave them advantages not because they were better qualified for a job but because of where they graduated from. How is this not also favoritism? At least in Arab countries, nepotism and favoritism are open and acknowledged, not hidden behind a facade of fairness.
@@brb5506, I have to believe you that this family system probably makes a lot of sense from a local perspective. Do members of the family themselves realize the dangers of this arrangement? If they don't, if the only things they see are benefits from having "subcontracted" a Ministry, they won't have any incentive at all to change and lose power. They will go on with the family business for generations and centuries. Who's to stop them?
@@sir_humpy As it always has there and in the West. The same wealthy families and elites control most of the power in Western countries, too. In Canada, who's the prime minister? I remember his father as prime minister. In the U.S. and other Western countries, there are firmly entrenched power cliques that might as well be families -- except that they trust each other less.
What's to stop them, you ask? What's to stop anyone anywhere: Integrity, honesty, and humility. No system can work if the individuals in it are corrupt; any system can work if the individuals in it are humble and honest. The judges and prosecutors who were my students had greater integrity, honesty, and humility than any lawyer (well, that's not saying much) or judge I ever met or heard of in the West.
@@brb5506, with all respect, comparing Trudeau father-son political dynasty to having the whole Ministry of Justice (the irony of it) in the hands of a clan is nonsensical. The scope and implications are just not comparable. Trudeau quite possibly will not be re-elected and he will be close to nobody out of office. Hardly your case where the Ministry is secured for generations to come unless something major happens. You might be closer to truth here with the US but again the Bushes or the Clintons are nowhere near commanding whole Ministries.
There is a serious flaw in your reasoning about the "No system can work if the individuals in it are corrupt". Well, actually it can, not perfectly, nothing is perfect, but we can make it work. No system is 100% honest and no system is 100% corrupt. That's why Western political thought believes in-built checks and balances, public control and media coverage do much more to make the system work and stop abuses of power than integrity, honesty and humility alone. What body controls the doings of the Al Hinai family?
very interesting topic, also find you very respectful in small things like saying may he rest in peace when you refer to the former Omani sultan. Subscribed
This stuff is amazing. Most practicing Muslims don't even know what usool al fiqh is
Learning more about the ibadi single-handedly restored my faith in islam
I often visit Oman and love to learn about this amazing place. Thank you for making things clearer for me now.
RIP to Sultan Qaboos, he will be missed among both Omanis and the many non-Omanis who reside in the country. Hopefully someone as generous and hospitable as him will continue to lead the nation.
sultan haitham looks promising, I think that the problem is that he came in a crisis(s) and debt and stuff.
so that is why Oman didn't do that much after he came but he has plans and he changed a lot of ministers and lead the Oman 2040 vision!
God know how it will go.
I’m a Sunni born and raised, but I prefer and would even support the Ibadi doctrine on authority - that the Imam is democratically elected by a group of scholars based on their “piety, righteousness and ability to lead”. I don’t like the hereditary aspect of Sunni leadership (which is basically a monarchy) and the Shia belief that Imam’s are infallible veer too closely to Roman Catholicism to me. All my opinion though 😁
In Sunni Islam it is not hereditary, neither Omer nor Abu Baker were from the Prophet's family. A Khalif must be elected by the people of authority according to his piety and ability... but sadly, the later Khalifs made it a hereditary business!
@@anwarmamun2020 After Ali r.a, i like to say it was a monarchy and not a caliph, Sunni hold a position that a caliph must be from Quraysh
@@anwarmamun2020 its all politics , always return to politics.
The purpose of External authority is to learn to outgrow it.
Clearly you don’t know anything about Sunnism.
You taught me more about variety in islam than my own culture.
@Al Tee there is no other religion than islam
I was waiting for this video...I knew about ibadis but i don’t know anything without the name of this branch... This video help me to satisfy my thirst.. Thank you for your informative video...😍
Love your videos. It's great we have knowledgeable people like yourself making objective videos such as these. I come from a Barelvi Sunni background but have been an agnostic atheist for 14 years. Your videos are greatly appreciated. Keep up the great work
Yikes may Allah guide you back to the straight part inshaAllah
Would love to see Oman again. Was there (Muscat) for about 1 week in 2009. Would definitely go again.
Did u get the vibe that they were extremely open minded? From what here it is actually like that!
RIP avicii
@@yusefkhan1752
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As always , well constructed and very very informative. You updated my knowledge about Ibadies (my knowledge was limited to the old ways of it ) Thank you 🙏 for making these videos.
First non muslim I've seen who pronounces Arabic words and names really well
Shouldnt you be saying Non-Arab?
You do know there are non muslim Arabs like in Egypt or Lebanon
Bro he is not non-muslim. Rather you would say non-arab
@NotLDaz that why sometime when you read arab bible in non arab muslim, they still say amen because they think you pray to Allah
this is the best video about information of Ibadi branch of islam. thank you
An omani here! Just wanted to clarify that in prayer, we do say ameen, just not loudly to the point where people car hear it! Uf you were to see a video on omani people praying you will notice thier mouth moving when the time comes to say ameen, Thank you for this video by the way :D
I am an expat in Oman and I've seen that everyone here respects all other sects. All sects pray in same mosques according to the way they want. And if people of a sect want, they can have their own mosques like I have seen Shia mosques in Shia majority areas. No one objects each other and mind their own businesses. It makes me very happy that everyone respects each other.
Best comment. I wish everyone is wise like you. Most of those who comment in here are just very immature and knows nothing about the Branches of Islam.
That was untill the fire nation attacked
Since your Arabic pronunciation is so good, I wanted to point out that Siffin is usually pronounced Sif-feen. Thanks for the great video.
Informative. Allah bless u and reward you
I'm and Indian Muslim living in Muscat, Oman. Omani Arabs are known for their humility and hospitality, and the Ibadis are tolerant and accepting of other two sects of Islam. For e.g. for Jum'a prayers Sunni Muslims from South Asia pray along with Ibadis/Omanis, behind an Ibadi Imam. One of the things we notice is that during 'ihram' Ibadis don't rest their hands on either their chest or abdomen as Sunnis do, but on their sides as the Shiites. I'm not sure if Shiites also share the masjid along with Sunnis and Ibadis during congregational prayers.
Fun fact ,In oman all sectors of islam pray together in the same mosques everyday . You can practice all the practices you’re sector instructors while praying alongside everyone else it’s just the norm. And for other religions there are several churches and hindu temples ( mentioned those two because they are the most common)all a cross the country.
Thanks , Well Explained. Please make more Knowledgeable Videos like this. Jazakallah khair.
I just learned that we have Ibadis in Tunisia ! I've never heard of this branch before and I am surprised they the majority of the south of Tunisia are Ibadis !!
I gotta say your pronunciation of Arabic words is exceptional among foreigners.
Beni Mzab here in Algeria are Ibadhi. The beautiful city of Ghardaia is almost 100% Ibadhi. As a Sunni Aissaoui I have a lot of respect and admiration for them: a strong sens of community, impressive work ethics, and a outstanding social organisation. They're our brothers and we love them. Although the Salafi are trying to divide us.
The so-called Islamic branches exist only due to political schisms. Even within the Shiite branch, there are many different groups such as the Imamiyyah, Ismailiyyah, and Zaidiyyah branches for their school of jurisprudence. The same goes for the Sunnis and Ibadis. Even within the Shiite, the Shiite and Sunnis scholars have and had excommunicated within them for espousing a theology that fanaticizes Ali with some going even as far as promoting the trinity. Then again, the Sunnis, the Shiites, the Ibadhis, etc do not differ about the fundamentals of the faith. We do however differ on the branch matters of jurisprudence and theology such as how to pray, the fallibility of the ruler, how Zakat is collected, how to take the ablution, etc.
Thank u for the well explained video.. please Pay a visit to Oman oneday once Covid19 is over😇❤🌹
I've wanted to visit Oman for a long time!
As an ibadi, I am disappointed with the amount of misinformation in this video. We are not descendants of the khawarij as some groups claim. We are not against Imam Ali. We did not change to be more tolerant. Yet we never were in war with muslims, and we didn't change any belief. Also about free will if you sin that won't make you a non Muslim but, if you make a major sin like murder or rape without repentance you won't end in heaven, unlike sunni scholars who believe that everyone that believes the shahada is granteed to end in heaven regardless. I was offended when you linked tolerance with musicians... if you know enough about oman you'll recognise that those minority groups aren't ibadi, besides ibadis consider music for entertainment purposes haram and a disgraceful act. I am sorry if I seemed harsh but I would like people to view the real picture.
I would suggest you watch the interview of ahmed alkhalili in aljazirah, where he explained a general idea about ibadism
Thank you
But what is the real origin of Ibadi Islam?
@@vandarkholme8548 islam
@@vandarkholme8548we believe that it is what the prophet mohammed peace be upon him taught.
Dude, everyone knows Ibadis are a branch of the Khawarij...
@@Lover_of_history2152 how about you listen from ibadis themselves instead of listening to haters
As an Algerian, of course i have heard of them before. In Algeria ibadhis are amazigh not arab very religious and disciplined people. They are known to have the best work ethic in Algeria. Witch explains them owning the majority of successful businesses. I went to school whith a couple of them they are very polite and kind.
Really heard about them previously??.I'm from india btw
@@gauravpasi4264 yes! Like i said! Went to medical school with some of them, and they have a lot of successful businesses. They are very friendly but very strict in their practices.
Lot of Muslims around the world are enlightened with this video of urs. Gr8 job…Being a Sunni I didn’t know many of these you mentioned!!!
I've lived in Oman since the past, almost over 11years and did not even know this! So interesting.
That doesn’t make it a sect, that’s barely a school in theology “ mazhab “. They don’t disagree on a single issue, yet theological and cultural differences as Islam doesn’t interfere with people culture
They don't accept the 1st 4 caliphs. Many sunnis consider that heretical. They also don't accept the same hadiths. Again disqualifying by many sunni muslims.
@@Mk3390 make sense, does they approved Prophet Muhammad if they didn't accept hadiths?
@@denganituingatlahdia8867 Of course they do. All muslims say the shahada. That and no 🐖 are the only two things that every muslim agrees on.
Like the video said, they have their own books.
Hey man, I suggest uploading all your works in audio format as podcasts to Spotify and Apple podcasts. I think most people do not have the time to watch videos for a long time but many can listen to long podcasts the whole day depending on their job.
😂 I was in Liverpool university prayer room where I prayed with two Omani ibadhis, I just prayed with them didn’t know what to do they pray way more different than Sunnis.
For real? I thought the video was going to say they're a lot like sunnis 😮
Were you surprise they pray with the hands down? and they never say Amen. They pray like Shia.
@@mohammadbazzi3072 in malik school you pray woth your hands down too.
@@mohammadbazzi3072 actually I'm ibadi and your quite wrong the differences are a little we pray much more like sunnis then Shia
Thank you for your channel. Informative.
It is said that the Prophet once sent a man to another region of Arabia, where he was insulted and beaten. He returned to the Prophet and told him about it. Thereupon the Prophet praised the residents of Oman: "If you had come to the people of Oman, so would they neither have insulted nor beaten you." Alhumdulilah Oman is blessed.