Uncovering the hidden history of Islam.
Shaykh Mustafa Briggs is a classically trained Islamic scholar, best-selling author, and international lecturer who has presented at over 50 universities across 3 continents — including Oxford, Cambridge, Harvard, and Yale.
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Lectured at 50+ universities across 3 continents
About Shaykh Mustafa.
Shaykh Mustafa Briggs is a British Islamic scholar, historian, author, and international public speaker whose work bridges traditional Islamic scholarship, global history, and spiritual education. Born and raised in London with West African roots, he holds a BA in Arabic and International Relations from the University of Westminster.
He later pursued postgraduate study in Arabic and Islamic translation at SOAS, University of London, and continued advanced studies in Islamic sciences at Al-Azhar University in Cairo. Alongside formal study, he has trained with scholars across Africa and the Middle East, receiving multiple ijāzāt in classical Islamic disciplines, including Shaykh Muhammad al-Hafiz al-Nahwi, President of the Islamic Cultural Forum of Mauritania, and Shaykh Sharif Ibrahim Saleh al-Husseini, Grand Mufti and Chairman of the Supreme Council for Fatwa and Islamic Affairs in Nigeria.
He is a three-time author, with two books reaching #1 bestseller status on Amazon. His works include Beyond Bilal — adapted from his internationally acclaimed lecture series delivered at over 50 universities worldwide, including Oxford, Cambridge, Harvard, and Yale; Islam & The Making of the Modern World — a historical exploration of Islam’s role in shaping global civilisation; and Taqwa: The Art of Living in Allah’s Presence — a practical and spiritual guide to living with God-consciousness, adapted from his 2023 Ramadan series.
Mustafa is widely recognised for his lectures, writings, and educational initiatives that highlight overlooked histories, particularly those of African scholars and civilisations within the Muslim world. He continues to teach, write, and speak internationally, combining academic insight with traditional scholarship to make Islamic knowledge accessible to contemporary audiences.
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Praise + Reviews.
Beyond Bilal is essential reading for anyone who wants to understand the full breadth of Islamic history. Shaykh Mustafa uncovers what centuries of neglect have buried.
Shaykh Mustafa has a rare gift for making rigorous, classically grounded scholarship accessible and deeply moving. His lectures at our university were transformative for students and faculty alike.
I have attended lectures at over a dozen universities and none have captivated an audience quite like Mustafa. His storytelling brings history to life in the most extraordinary way.
Islam & The Making of the Modern World is a masterclass in reclaiming narratives. Briggs writes with evidence, clarity, and an unmistakable passion for historical truth.
Taqwa changed the way I approach my daily life. It is equal parts scholarly and spiritual — the kind of book you keep on your bedside table and return to again and again.
From Oxford to Harvard, the Beyond Bilal lecture series has become a must-attend event. Shaykh Mustafa’s ability to connect centuries of history to our present moment is unmatched.
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