Why is one of the most intellectually rich periods in Islamic history missing from mainstream education?
In this profound conversation, we sit down with Salim Khan, a researcher and author passionate about Islamic history, to uncover the brilliance and decline of the Golden Age of Islam. He is the author of the book "The Golden Age of Islam". From uncovering the pioneering scientific discoveries of Muslim scholars to questioning why their legacy has been buried, Salim shares powerful insights and unique perspectives that every Muslim — and seeker of truth — needs to listen, research, and reflect.
We explore figures like Ibn Haytham, the father of modern optics, and how early Muslim scientists laid the foundations for what we now call the modern world. More importantly, we dive into why this legacy was lost, how division fractured our Ummah, and what we can do today — as parents, youth, and leaders — to revive that spirit of intellectual and spiritual excellence.
Whether you're a student, parent, educator, or entrepreneur, this episode is a call to reconnect with your roots and reignite a legacy of brilliance that still lives within us.
1:55 mins | What inspired Salim to write the book “The Golden Age of Islam”
5:59 mins | Why most Muslims don’t know about the Golden Age and its contributions to the modern world
16:57 mins | Who was Ibn Haytham and why his contributions matter
19:40 mins | What was the Golden Age of Islam and why Muslims must remember it
27:03 mins | Why the contributions of Muslim thinkers are often unrecognized
31:12 mins | What led to the fall of the Golden Age? The research behind our divided Ummah
1:02:03 mins | How parents and youth can reconnect with Islamic history
1:06:32 mins | A researcher’s take on hard questions Muslims face
1:16:51 mins | Parallels between the Golden Age and trends in today’s Muslim world
1:29:07 mins | How to connect with Salim Khan
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You can order "The Golden Age of Islam" book here: https://www.amazon.in/Golden-Age-Islam-What-Matters/dp/9334184949