The Last Grand Mufti of Jerusalem: Amin al-Husayni’s Untold History | Dr. Yasir Qadhi

Who was Al-Hajj Amin al-Husayni, the last Grand Mufti of Jerusalem, and why does his legacy remain controversial? In this historical lecture, Shaykh Dr. Yasir Qadhi explores the life of Amin al-Husayni, a prominent Palestinian religious and political figure who lived through the British Mandate in Palestine, the growth of political Zionism, World War II, and decades of exile. The lecture examines his early life in Jerusalem, his religious education, his appointment as Grand Mufti in 1921, and his efforts to mobilize Muslim leaders around the question of Palestine. It also discusses his years in Europe during World War II, his meeting with Adolf Hitler, and the continuing debate over his political decisions and historical legacy. *Topics covered in this lecture:* Amin al-Husayni’s early life and family background His education and intellectual influences The British Mandate and political developments in Palestine His role as Grand Mufti of Jerusalem Palestinian political movements and Muslim leadership His exile and time in Europe during World War II The controversy surrounding his meeting with Adolf Hitler Claims concerning his relationship with Nazi Germany and the Holocaust His later years, political influence, and historical legacy This lecture presents Shaykh Dr. Yasir Qadhi’s interpretation of Amin al-Husayni’s life and addresses disputed historical claims. Viewers interested in the subject should also consult independent historical scholarship and primary sources to understand the evidence, competing interpretations, and broader context. Watch, reflect, and continue learning about the history of Jerusalem, Palestine, and the Muslim world. Subscribe to *Call to Jannah* for more Islamic lectures, historical discussions, biographies, and lessons from Muslim history. May Allah grant us beneficial knowledge, wisdom, and justice in our understanding of history. #AminAlHusayni #PalestinianHistory #YasirQadhi