Becoming Bani Adam: Exploring Twelver-Shii Discussions on Human Ancestry - Mizan Institute

10. Conclusion and Further Considerations

In this tenth and final episode, we will wrap up the discussion on human evolution and discuss further considerations to the subject. A few topics that will be touched on

9. Qur’anic Interpretations on Q.4:1 contd.

This episode continues to discusses the scriptural evidence for the idea that Adam (a) is the forefather of all of humanity today. Various Twelver-Shii scholars opine tha

8. Are we all descendants of Adam?

This episode discusses the scriptural evidence for the idea that Adam (a) is the forefather of all of humanity today. The answer to this question from a scriptural perspe

7. Is it possible Adam had parents?

This episode discusses the scriptural evidence or lack thereof for Adam having biological parents. In other words, is it possible that Prophet Adam (a), though the first

6. Was Adam the first human being or Homo sapiens on earth?

This episode discusses the scriptural evidence for whether or not Adam (a) was the first human being. This question is crucial because it helps us to understand the exist

5. What is the timeline for Adam?

This episode discusses the alleged timeline of Prophet Adam (a) and various pieces of evidence including evidence in the fossil record, the Qur’an, and hadith. There are

4. A Brief History of Evolution in the Twelver-Shi’i Tradition

This episode includes a brief introduction to evolution itself and the difference between “fact and theory” and the distinction between empirical data and its explanation

3. What are the theological and hermeneutical discussions relevant?

In this episode, we will explore both theological and hermeneutical considerations that are relevant to the topic. We will also explore the common misconception that beli

2. Why is the topic of human evolution important and relevant for Muslims?

In this episode , we will start the audiobook and begin to discuss approaches to science in religion and within the context of Qur’anic tafsir. As science has progressed,

1. An Introduction to “Becoming Bani Adam” with Ustadha Fatemah Meghji

In episode 1, Ustadha Fatemah Meghji introduces the podcast series which is an audiobook version narrated by Br. Justin Mashouf and titled “Becoming Bani Adam: Exploring