![Yesterday evening, the renowned Duke University in the United States hosted a lecture delivered by His Excellency Sheikh Dr. Mohammed Al-issa ](/sites/default/files/img_0119.jpeg) Yesterday evening, the renowned Duke University in the United States hosted a lecture delivered by His Excellency Sheikh Dr. Mohammed Al-issa 
, Secretary-General of the Muslim World League (MWL) and Chairman of the Organization of Muslim Scholars, focusing on the rich legacy and multifaceted contributions of Islamic civilization in the fields of science and literature. In his address, His Excellency presented a well-documented exploration of Islamic civilization, covering its historical achievements in politics, administration, and social development. The lecture addressed various perspectives featured in global discourse, including analyses from leading think tanks and research institutions across the East and the West. Special attention was given to the intellectual dimensions of Islamic civilization, particularly its enduring influence on legislation, human rights, philosophy, and the arts. A notable aspect of the lecture was its role in constructively addressing and clarifying several common misconceptions. 
With scholarly depth and substantiated examples, Dr. Al-Issa explored broader topics including the environment, climate change, and key societal pillars such as the family, women, youth, and children—highlighting the shared human values embedded within them. The lecture was followed by an interactive Q&amp;A session, during which His Excellency engaged with questions from attendees on both the lecture’s core themes and related contemporary issues. A subsequent panel discussion featured contributions from academic and student leaders at Duke University, who offered reflections on the lecture’s scholarly value and praised its transparent, well-sourced, and internationally respected approach. 
They emphasized the significance of presenting such a perspective from an esteemed Islamic voice within academic settings. The event was attended by senior academic figures at Duke University, including the Vice President, college deans, faculty members, and students. Also present were dignitaries from the State Senate and members of the local Muslim community. Many attendees expressed their appreciation for the opportunity to attend what they described as an impactful lecture—both in substance and delivery. They particularly praised its balanced and constructive approach in addressing prevalent misconceptions and contributing meaningfully to global academic discourse.



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