Muslim Superhero Series

Moutasem Atiya grew up as a fan of comic book superheroes, like Batman, Superman, the X-Men, heroes that stood up for values such as justice. He shares a story of how these superheroes brought him closer to Islam as kid, and developed a love for the Prophet and his companions. This first episodes introduces a series discussing the many superheroes of Islamic history.

We join Abu Ayyub who shares a story of Ali bin Abi Talib, the Lion of Allah. Hear how at the young age of 9 he embraced Islam, and his bravery and support alongside the Prophet ﷺ.

From hardship to triumph, hear the story of the steadfast Bilal Ibn Rabah, one of the most beloved companions of the Prophet ﷺ and the famed Master of Muadhins.

How does Allah honor a person? Abu Ayyub shares the story of Khadija Bint Khuwaylid, the wife of the Messenger of God, and how she was honored by Allah.

Who was one of the greatest women of all time? Abu Ayyub shares the story of Maryam Bint Imran.

Fatimah Al-Fihri was the founder of the oldest university in the world. She decided to put her life in the service of Allah ﷻ. For over one thousand years students have come and teachers have taught among some of the famous graduates of this school. Some of them include Ibn Haldun, Ibn Rushd, Maimonides, and Pope Sylvester II.

Imagine if you saw someone that resembled the Prophet ﷺ. Resembled him so much, how would your heart feel? What would you think? Would you just want to run up to that person and embrace them? Learn the story of the grandson of the Prophet ﷺ.

Standing up for what is right does not come in a particular size, and you don't need to be someone big and strong. Learn the story of the daughter of the Prophet ﷺ who was with him when he ﷺ faced opposition and unjust hostile actions but yet kept many praiseworthy qualities, like bravery, purity, a noble character, and excellent conduct.

Who did the Prophet ﷺ call his second mother? Abu Ayyub shares the story of Umm Ayman, may Allah be pleased with her, a woman who spent her life in the service of the Prophet ﷺ.

Imam Malik ibn Anas ‏رضي الله عنه was born in 93 Hijri (711 AD) in Madina and is considered one of the four great Imams of Islam. He was raised in a household of scholarship and dedicated his life to study and teaching. Abu Ayyub shares the story of the life of Imam Malik and why he is considered one of the greatest scholars of Islam.

The conquest of Constantinople was done by the Sultan Mehmed II. But who was his mentor and spiritual guide? We learn the story of Akshamsaddin, an Ottoman scholar who would give advice enveloped in prophetic character, which helped conquer the hearts of the people.