My Vision of Praxis Islamicus & The Faith and Practice Journal
Realigning our Engagement with Islamic Knowledge for the 21st Century
Bismillah Al-Raḥmān Al-Raḥīm; Ṣallā Allahu `alā Sayyadinā Muḥammad wa `alā Ālihi wa Ṣaḥbihi wa Sallam — In the Name of God, Most Merciful and Compassionate; God’s Blessings and Peace be upon our Master, Muḥammad, and on his Family and Companions.
The practice and study of God’s religion and the message of His Prophet ﷺ are both life-giving and invigorating to me. I am profoundly thankful that God has blessed me with a life of rich, meaningful, and varied experiences, and then granted me the ultimate gift of redemption through learning and service (khidma). One of the keys to being an effective leader is having the storied, lived experience of hardships and struggles, and overcoming them by God’s grace and permission.
For years, I have longed for a space where I can engage with others who find meaning in the profound, life-changing waters of the traditional Islamic sciences. By enhancing this engagement with an accompanying academic discourse, we create a space where we can learn, discuss, teach, and serve without the hype and distraction that define so much of our digital world.
There is a reminder in our tradition to seek out the path where God places the most tawfīq (divine facilitation for good) and baraka (manifold blessings). For me, that path has consistently been found in learning, teaching, and serving others. This platform is an extension of that path, InShā’Allah.
A beautiful ḥadīth of the Prophet ﷺ has served as one of my primary motivators for two decades and is the guiding ethos of this community:
People are like ores—like ores of silver and gold. The best of them in Jahiliyya (pre-Islamic ignorance) are the best in Islam, provided they attain understanding. Souls are like assembled troops. Those who recognize one another come together harmoniously, and those who do not recognize one another diverge. (Muslim)
While this has shed light on some of my motivations, it has not explained what Praxis Islamicus is.
What is Praxis Islamicus?
Praxis Islamicus is our space for those familiar souls, whether they are seekers of knowledge, scholars, academics, civic and business leaders, or curious minds, to come together and discuss ideas and solutions for the challenges humans face. It is a space to recognize one another and come together.
Praxis is the intersection of theory and practice. Praxis Islamicus is therefore more than a publication; it is a platform for principled dialogue and action. Our mission is to apply the timeless wisdom of Islam—encompassing its theology, law, ethics, spirituality, and moral psychology—to the pressing questions of our time.
Here, we move beyond mere commentary. We aim to design and discuss actionable solutions for the challenges we face as individuals, communities, and a global society, all of which are deeply rooted in and governed by the Islamic tradition.
At the heart of the Praxis Islamicus platform is our flagship publication, The Faith and Practice Journal. This is where we engage in the deep, rigorous, and relevant work of applying timeless wisdom to modern complexities. The Journal serves as a bridge between the sacred sciences of Islamic theology, law, ethics, spirituality, and the pressing needs of societal, organizational, and human development.
It is a dedicated space for public theology, where we explore leadership and ethics through the lenses of spiritual and moral psychology, as well as cross-faith-oriented analysis, offering substantive commentary for today's leaders, thinkers, and scholar-practitioners.
Within the Journal, you will find a curated selection of long-form essays, research papers, e-briefs, and occasional critical book reviews that are both scholarly and relatable. Our explorations delve into topics such as Prophetic leadership ethics, applying principles of futūwa (spiritual chivalry) to train modern leaders, and developing frameworks for building multiethnic, socioeconomically inclusive communities.
InShā’Allah, this content is uniquely informed by a synthesis of doctoral-level practical theology, community development, and C-suite consulting experience, ensuring that our discussions are not only theologically sound but also practically applicable in the boardroom, the classroom, and the public square.
The ultimate aim of The Faith and Practice Journal is to move beyond theory and inspire transformative action. Each piece is designed to equip you with the ethical frameworks and actionable insights needed to cultivate a prophetic ethos in your personal and professional life.
Here, we strive for iḥsān (beautified excellence), creating a space where faith informs practice and practice deepens faith. This fosters the moral realignment and dedicated service (khidma) that are central to our mission of serving God's creation.
What You Will Find Here
The work of Praxis Islamicus serves as the intellectual and spiritual hub for a larger ecosystem designed to have an impact. This includes real-world consulting through EP3 & Associates, transatlantic ethical analysis via the Umma International Institute for Transatlantic Ethics (UIITE), and educational programming from Mahdara Al Qiyaamah.
This platform provides two primary ways to engage:
For All Subscribers (The Foundation):
As a free subscriber, you will receive public posts directly in your inbox. This includes:
The Faith and Practice Journal: our flagship publication, where we provide in-depth public scholarship on faith, ethics, leadership, and society. Also offering The Prophetic Ethos e-briefs, where we explore the application of prophetic ethics in addressing contemporary challenges.
The Praxis Practice Podcast: Episodes exploring the practical application of our tradition in the modern world.
Select Reflections: Commentary on current events and timeless principles.
For Our Paid Community—Praxis in Action (The Inner Circle):
Becoming a paid member is an investment in a deeper level of engagement and a direct act of patronage that sustains this work. You receive everything above, plus exclusive access to:
Leadership Salons: Intimate, expert-led conversations on pressing topics.
Guest Scholar & Leader Q&As: Direct access to the insights of academics, community builders, civic, and business leaders.
Full Content Archive: Unrestricted access to all premium posts and essays.
Community Dialogue: The ability to comment, participate in threads, and shape the conversation.
First Access: Invitations to specialized courses, workshops, and opportunities to support tangible, real-world projects generated by our work.
The Invitation
Our goal is to cultivate a community of practice dedicated to a prophetic ethos—one that informs ethical leadership, nourishes intellectual depth, and inspires actionable service.
If you are a seeker of knowledge, a leader striving for ethical clarity, or an individual who believes in the power of principled action, I invite you to join us.
Subscribe for free to receive our public work and be part of the broader conversation.
Become a paid member to join the inner circle, unlock your access to exclusive engagement and networking, while actively supporting the growth and impact of this mission.
Our commitment to you is to provide interconnected dialogue and action plans that enable our subscribers to cultivate a prophetic ethos, informing ethical leadership, nourishing intellectual depth, and inspiring actionable service.
Join us to be among those who, by recognizing one another, come together to build something of meaning and benefit.