Can We Get Along?

About this lecture

In this thought-provoking lecture, Sheikh Dr. Yasir Qadhi presents practical rules for navigating sectarianism drawn from his forthcoming book on the subject, covering topics such as the psychology of in-group conflict, the spectrum of differences, and the importance of internal criticism over external attacks. He argues that Muslims need not agree on every matter to cooperate for the greater good, illustrating his points with examples ranging from the Sunni-Shia divide to the recent political transformation in Syria. A second speaker adds reflections on the Quranic call to cooperation in righteousness as a framework for building bridges across Muslim communities.