I have spoken at a variety of events, from university lectureship series to faculty development workshops. Most recently, I have been speaking on my new released book The Islamic Mary: Maryam Through the Centuries and my previous book The Bible and the Qur’an: Biblical Figures in the Islamic Tradition. I am interested in how stories and traditions evolve and grow throughout religious traditions, especially within Judaism, Christianity and Islam. Questions that motivate my research are why do certain stories spread, adapt and stay relevant? How do they spark moral and theological reflection across time and place and engender various debates and discussions? Themes that run through my work are interreligious understanding, combating Islamophobia, and global partnerships. In all of my presentations, I work to tailor the content to the audience and the mission and vision of the host institution.
I have been fortunate to speak on the books and their relevant themes at a range of institutions, from private colleges, to large public universities, to corporations to religious institutions. For instance, I have spoken at Georgetown University, Catholic University, Emory University, the University of St. Thomas, The University of Texas at Austin, George Mason University, Salesforce, the Islamic Center of Pittsburgh, Grace Presbyterian Church and other venues. Please email me at: yym2@georgetown.edu if you would like me to contribute to one of your programs virtually or in-person.
Sample Programs
Resources Related to the Book:
These resources could be shared before the talk to attract interest and prepare for the discussion.
Book:
The Islamic Mary: Maryam Through the Centuries
Blogs:
Maryam’s Fast: Silence, Spirituality and Miracles
The Deputy of Maryam – The Mystic Rābi‘a al-‘Adawiyya in Light of the Qur’anic Mary
Is Mary the New Link Between Christians and Muslims?
Webinars:
Author Series with Younus Mirza
Book Talk:
Islamic Mary Book at George Mason University
Podcast:
History Speaks EP 13 | Maryam/Mary in the Qur’an | Roshan Iqbal with Younus Mirza
New Books Network – The Islamic Mary: Maryam Through the Centuries
For a background of the book, I would recommend the episodes “Why am I Starting This Podcast?” which discusses the origins of the show and personal stories related to it.
I would also recommend Maryam as Model and Maryam as Daughter, Maryam as Teacher and Maryam and Intimacy.
Discussion Questions and Book Club
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