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MUFTI WASIM KHAN
Resident Scholar
Teaching: Fiqh, Ḥadīth, Arabic
Mufti Wāsim Khān was born in Dallas, Texas, and began his journey in Islamic knowledge at a very young age. He studied across 4 continents at esteemed institutions such as Darul Uloom Zakariyya and Jami'atul 'Ilm Wal-Huda, specializing in Qur'ān, Tafsīr, Hadīth, Fiqh, and much more.
He is a regular speaker both nationally and abroad at conferences, workshops, youth programs, social services events, and development programs. He's been teaching students and aspiring scholars the world over for many years.
He also founded the “Khatīb Notes” initiative, whereby over 300 scholars from 6 continents exchange weekly Khutbah notes.
SHAYKH KASHIF SIDDIQUI
Instructor
Teaching: Tazkiyah
Shaykh Kashif was born and raised in Chicago. Studying Biochemistry and Electrical Engineering at Michigan State University, and earning a Master's in Electrical Engineering from Georgia Tech, he currently works as an engineer.
His study of the sacred sciences began over a decade ago under the tutelage of esteemed scholars from the Maryland Institute of Development (MID) in Laurel, MD, and Madinatul Uloom (MTU) in Woodbridge, VA.
His current research focuses on fiqhi issues related to food production, inheritance, and financial transactions. He currently resides in Plano, Texas with his wife and four children, with a love for gardening, baking, crafting coffee, and woodworking.
SHAYKH IKRIMAH TELI
Instructor
Teaching: Arabic, Tarbiyah Seminary
Shaykh Ikrimah Teli is a scholar and Khaṭīb, with extensive knowledge in Islamic sciences. He completed a six-year program at Al-Ḥussnain Seminary, studying Arabic, ʿAqīdah, Ḥadīth, Tafsīr, Fiqh, and Sīrah.
Currently, he is pursuing a specialization in Tafsīr, further deepening his understanding of the Qurʾān. Sheikh Ikrimah Teli has been an active presence in various masājid and colleges across the US, delivering Friday sermons, tafsīr sessions, and lectures on diverse Islamic topics. He has also traveled extensively with youth groups, leading spiritual reform sessions and guiding young people in the practical application of Islamic teachings.
Fluent in Urdu and Arabic, he is a skilled public speaker, mentor, and time manager. Many have benefited from his religious and spiritual guidance, and he continues to be a source of inspiration and knowledge for the Muslim community.
HAFIZ IZHAN LAKHANI
Qur’ān Instructor & Assistant Imām
Ḥāfiẓ Izhān was raised in Dallas and completed his Ḥifẓ at age 14. He considers himself a ṭālib al-ʿilm (student of knowledge) and continues to expand his Islamic education, currently studying at ISRA under Mufti Wāsim Khān.
IMAM NADIM BASHIR
Advisor
Imam Nadim began his journey with a foundation in Arabic and Fiqh under the supervision of local scholars in the US. He then transferred overseas to study at Jaamia Talimul Islam in Dewsbury, England, for 7 years where he received Ijaazaat in various Islamic Sciences, including Arabic, Fiqh, Hadith, Tafseer, Tajweed, and Qira’ah, graduating in 2003.
Since returning to the US, Imam Nadim Bashir has served as an Arabic, Tafseer, and Fiqh instructor, religious advisor, and leader for various institutions.
In 2012, Imam Nadim decided to join East Plano Islamic Center to fill their vacant Imam position and helped transform the organization into the vibrant and blossoming community it is today.
SHAYKH MOHAMMAD AL GEBALY
Advisor
Shaykh Mohammad Al Gebaly, a graduate of Al-Azhar University in 1996, served as the first resident Imam sent by the Egyptian Government to the United States from 2002 to 2005.
He has been an instructor of family law with Mishkah University and currently serves as the Imam of Masjid Salahadeen in Plano, Texas. Shaykh Al Gebaly is also a member of the Fatwa Hotline with AMJA and the director of the Islamic Tribunal of North Dallas.