Fatima al-Fihri: The Muslim Woman Who Built the World’s Oldest University

Описание: ✨ Travel back to 9th-century Fez, Morocco, and discover the story of Fatima al-Fihri, a woman whose faith and vision created a lasting legacy.

Join Omar and Aisha as they explore how Fatima’s devotion to Allah inspired her to build Al-Qarawiyyin, the world’s oldest continuously operating university. For more than 1,100 years, it has remained a place where people come together to seek knowledge and share ideas.

Fatima believed that wealth was a trust from Allah and that education was an act of worship. By dedicating her inheritance as a waqf (charitable endowment), she ensured that her contribution would continue to benefit generations long after her time.

Fatima’s legacy shows how a single act of sincerity can leave a mark for centuries and reminds us of the important role women have played in shaping Islamic learning and society.

📚 This video is perfect for teachers and students learning about Islamic Heritage, Women in History, or World Civilizations.

⏱️ Chapters
0:00 – Introduction
0:30 – Early Life in Kairouan
1:20 – Moving to Fez
2:22 – The Power of Waqf
3:23 – Building Al-Qarawiyyin
4:25 – A Legacy of Learning
5:15 – Reflection and Inspiration

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This video is part of the Muslim Histories, Achievements, and Legacies Project by the Muslim Association of Canada (MAC).

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