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In the Shade of the Minaret is an Online Learning Platform for Islamic History

20/08/2026

New Course!

An Adventure Begins! Tales from the Past introduces "The Adventures of Ibn Battuta"

This Live Course for young historians aged 9-12 will cover several exciting stories from Ibn Battuta's 30-year-long journey throughout the 14th c. Muslim world!

Don't Miss Out!

Adventure Begins October 4th!

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15/08/2026

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13/08/2026

Top Picks!

3 Must-Read Books on Al-Andalus by Dr. Mohamad Balan:

1. "Islamic Spain: 1250-1500" by Leonard Patrick Harvey

2. "Muslim Spain, Its History and Culture" by Anwar Chejne

3. "Kingdoms of Faith: A New History of Islamic Spain" by Brian Catlos

Happy Reading!

09/08/2026

Traitor? Coward? Unlucky?

Often described as the above and more, Sultan Abu Abdullah Muhammad XII (d. 1533) is often vilified in history as being the ruler who betrayed the Muslims of al-Andalus, but what is the truth?

Join us in Spain this September to uncover the truth!

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07/08/2026

Experience the Alhambra, the famed palace of the Nasrids.

Join us this September 19-26th as we explore "Al-Andalus: In the Footsteps of the Nasrids"

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06/08/2026

Ustadh Abu Ayyub is the founder and main instructor at In the Shade of the Minaret. Fascinated by Islamic History, his goal is make history accessible to the masses in a way that is rooted in our scholarly tradition. Join Ustadh Abu Ayyub this September in Spain or join the weekly live classes to start your journey today!

01/08/2026

Join Abu Ayyub and Ryad Ramo | Gems Of Al Andalus this September 19-26th for an unforgettable journey through history as we explore Al-Andalus: In the Footsteps of the Nasrids"

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25/07/2026

Starting September - "Foundations of Islamic History: From the Khulafa al-Rashidun to Aurangzeb"

This course is the essential first step for anyone who wants to confidently learn, understand and eventually teach the rich history of the Muslim world

Whether you're a history enthusiast, teacher, homeschooling parent, student, or simply someone eager to deepen your knowledge, this course is defined for you!

We don't want you to just complete a course - we want to help you become an educator!

Click the link for more details: https://www.intheshadeoftheminaret.com/courses/in-the-shade-of-the-minaret/online-islamic-history-courses/p/foundations-of-islamic-history-from-the-khulafa-al-rashidun-to-aurangzeb

20/07/2026

Experience al-Andalus through its history and the voices of the past. Join Ustadh Abu Ayyub Marulanda (In the Shade of the Minaret)from Ustadh Riyad Ramo (Gems of Al Andalus) for an unforgettable journey as we travel "In the Footsteps of the Nasrids, the last Muslim Dynasty in Spain".

🗓 September 19th-26th 2026

📍Granada - Cordoba - Seville

Click the link below for details:

https://www.intheshadeoftheminaret.com/about-alandalus2026

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