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Hamza Yusuf is an American Islamic preacher born in 1960 in Washington State. His original name is Mark Hanson, and he converted to Islam at the age of 18. He is considered one of the most prominent preachers in the West, and is known for his lectures and works that focus on promoting the understanding of Islam and its application in the Western context. He founded Zaytuna College in California, the first accredited Islamic college in the United States.