The speakers and reciters that will be accompanying us on our Arbaeen 2024 tour;
Sheikh Azhar Nasser
Shaykh Azhar Nasser was born and raised in Michigan and has a degree in cultural anthropology from the University of Michigan. After completing his academic studies, he pursued his religious studies at the Hawza of Najaf under the offices of Grand Ayatollah Sistani and Grand Ayatollah Hakim.
In addition to his extensive study of classical religious texts, he has also taught introductory courses to western students at the seminary. Shaykh Azhar has a deep passion for the study of the Holy Quran which is evident from his lectures and discussions. Shaykh Azhar is the author of two books, “The Grand Tour: Quranic Descriptions of Paradise”, published in 2018 and “Spiritual Prescriptions”, published in 2019.
Sheikh Azhar is the Religious Director of Curriculum Planning. He is also a Co-Founder of Tasneem Institute.
Sheikh Mustafa Masood
Mustafa Ali Masood is an Islamic lecturer and researcher. Having completed his undergraduate studies at the Kingston University, he went on to study Islamic Studies at the Hawza at the Islamic College. He continued his Islamic education at the Khataam al-Nabeen Hawza based in London. Currently he is enrolled in the Najaf Hawza at Dar Ul Ilm Khoei institute.
As well as lecturing Mustafa Masood works in Islamic media and has been a researcher and producer for over 10 years. He has produced and directed many groundbreaking documentaries and shows on different Islamic topics including jurisprudence, theology, history and contemporary issues.
Mulla Nazar Al-Qatari
Mulla Nazar is an internationally acclaimed artist, reciter and Qari Al Quran, renowned for his captivating recitations of various genres, from qasidas to latmiya and nohas, in multiple languages such as Arabic, Urdu, Farsi and English.
Mulla Nazar started from a young age learning the recitation of the Holy Quran and has won 7 Quran international competitions. At a young age he also started his latmiya recitation. Through his beautiful melodies, he effortlessly connects his listeners to the love of the Holy Prophet (s) and his Ahlulbayt (a).
In addition to his remarkable artistry, Mulla Nazar is also celebrated for his tireless efforts to propagate the teaching of the Ahlulbayt (a) in his media work as well as his extraordinary work in children and youth programs.
Al-Haj Nazar is also a goodwill ambassador for many charities and he continues to serve many people through his ongoing aid work, which has included travelling to Iraq and Syria. Mulla Nazar wants to make a real difference in the lives of the poor and needy and aims to encourage our youth to follow in the footsteps of the Holy Prophet (s) and his Holy Family (a).
Br. Nouri Sardar
Nouri Sardar is a poet and filmmaker born and raised in London. His poetry focuses on the Ahlulbayt the Prophet Muhammad and his family), on divine love, spirituality and on issues of social justice. He has published five books of poetry and produced multiple albums commemorating the epic of Ashura. Through books, albums and videos, his poetry is read and heard avidly by readers and listeners worldwide.
Mulla Ali Fadhil
Ali Fadhil is an Islamic Nasheed artist, coming from a traditional Iraqi back ground. He is experienced in Islamic recitation focusing on the importance of Islam through poetry and melody.
He has lived in the West for the majority of his life and thus has accustomed himself with modern western poetry and recitation.As well as recitations Ali Fadhil also works in the media as a TV presenter for numerous Islamic television channels.
In terms of public recitation, Ali Fadhil has travelled the world expressing the love of Islam through poetry and singing, and produced numerous albums and videos available online.
Haji Hayder Al-Kazaz
Hayder graduated with a first-class honours in Finance in 2008 – he has been working in Business Intelligence since then and currently holds the position of Business Development Director. He is a seasoned public speaker, and his accolades include award ceremonies, community events and the odd wedding!
He has also been providing Voice Overs and hosting/presenting events across various media streams over the last 12 years. Notably he is co-founder of Al-Haraka Al-Hussainiya and a writer of poetry for Shia Eulogies.
Mulla Abbas Haider Lalji
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