Shadows Within the Ummah

Confronting Anti-Black Racism in Muslim Societies Through the Light of Islam

Racism is not only a global crisis—it’s a wound festering within the heart of the Muslim world.
While Islam champions equality and brotherhood, many Muslim societies continue to grapple with deeply rooted anti-Black biases, both inherited from pre-Islamic customs and shaped by colonial legacies.

In Shadows Within the Ummah, Muhammad Abdelwahid offers a bold and necessary examination of this painful contradiction. Through Qur’anic guidance, Prophetic teachings, historical insights, and real-life testimonies, this book exposes the realities of anti-Black racism across cultures—from subtle microaggressions to systemic exclusion.

More than just critique, this work is a call to return to the prophetic model of justice, dignity, and unity. It charts a path forward for individuals and communities to dismantle prejudice and embody the full beauty of Islam’s anti-racist vision.

Whether you are a student, scholar, community leader, or concerned believer, this book will challenge your assumptions, deepen your knowledge, and inspire action.

Because the Ummah cannot heal until all its members are seen, heard, and honored.