Swisscast With Suhaib Webb

Donald Trump’s withdrawal from the Iran nuclear deal (JCPOA), his use of negotiations as a stalling tactic while enabling Israeli strikes, and his public lies — such as claiming he would “wait two weeks” before deciding on a military response, only to covertly authorize action — raise not merely political or strategic concerns, but deep moral and theological questions about the very nature of leadership. This concern is amplified by the fact that his base includes many devout Christians who find his bravado motivational and empowering. In this piece, I examine the theological implications of his dishonesty through the lens of ʿilm al-kalām (Islamic theology), and his deceit in negotiations with Iran through the lens of classical Islamic law—particularly in the Mālikī tradition.Prophetic Integrity An InspirationProphethood has always held a central place in Islamic theological reflection. Prophets are not followed because of coercion or wealth, but because of their balanced teaching, ethical clarity, and the m

Recently, while appearing on Tucker Carlson, Ted Cruz, in defense of his blind support for Israel, committed one of the very distortions the Qur’an accuses Christians of: the manipulation of sacred texts. The Arabic word for Cruz’s act is taḥrīf, from the root ḥarf. Harf literally means “an edge”—to push something from the center to the margin. In this context, it implies twisting the meaning of a verse from its balanced center toward an extreme—for worldly gain.The Qur’an describes people like Cruz:“يُحَرِّفُونَ الْكَلِمَ عَن مَوَاضِعِهِ”“They distort the word from its rightful place.” (Qur’an 5:13)For context: Cruz, when asked about his support for Israel, claimed that the Bible teaches God curses those who curse Israel—implying the modern state. This is a textbook example of the Qur’anic charge: interpretation for material or political gain. The verse he misquoted is Genesis 12:3, which reads in early Jewish translations:“I will bless those who bless you, and he who curses you, I will curse; and in you sha

A brief explanation of al-Muttaqi's work: "Clarifying The Paths to Allah." These sections focus on the methods and understandings of living a life of faith and devotion.

The Consensus on Marriage Between Muslim Women and Non-Muslim Men The issue of whether Muslim women can marry non-Muslim men has been subject to debate in recent times. However, there has been a binding consensus among Islamic scholars since the time of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) that such marriages are impermissible. This consensus is rooted in the understanding of Islamic law and the principles that govern marital relations. This view is grounded in various Quranic verses and Hadith, such as: • “Do not marry polytheistic women until they believe” (Quran 2:221).• “And do not marry the polytheistic men to your women until they believe” (Quran 2:221).• “Then marry those that please you of [other] women, two or three or four” (Quran 4:3), which implies that marriage should be within the bounds of faith. The Role of Scholars and Usul al-Fiqh To navigate complex issues like marriage and other contemporary challenges, it is crucial to rely on scholars well-versed in Usul al-Fiqh, the principles of Is