Let’s Talk About The Word 'Inshallah'
On the first day of Ramadan, we look at the word "inshallah," which literally means 'G-d willing,' but can be used to denote a wide range of sentiments.
An episode of the Brian Lehrer: A Daily Politics Podcast podcast, hosted by WNYC Studios, titled "Let’s Talk About The Word 'Inshallah'" was published on April 1, 2022 and runs 21 minutes.
April 1, 2022 ·21m · Brian Lehrer: A Daily Politics Podcast
Summary
On the first day of Ramadan, we look at the word "inshallah," which literally means 'G-d willing,' but can be used to denote a wide range of sentiments.
Episode Description
On the first day of Ramadan, we look at the word "inshallah," which literally means 'G-d willing,' but can be used to denote a wide range of sentiments.
On Today's Show:
Abdullah Shihipar, writer and public-health researcher based at Brown University, joins to discuss how the phrase "inshallah" — literally "G-d willing" — can take on many different meanings for Muslims. Plus, listeners call in to share their hopes for the month of Ramadan and the year ahead.