Danny Burmawi
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| Born | 1988 Jordan |
| Citizenship | Jordanian |
| Education | Master of Theological Studies |
| Occupation | Author, commentator, activist |
| Known for | Criticism of Islam, advocacy for Israel and Judeo-Christian values |
Notable work | The God of My Grandmother Islam, Israel and the West |
| Website | www |
Danny Burmawi (also known as Dan Burmawi or Danny Burmawy) is a Jordanian author, commentator, and activist known for his criticism of Islam and advocacy for Israel and Judeo-Christian values. A former Muslim who converted to Christianity, Burmawi has written books analyzing Islam's political and theological dimensions, particularly in relation to Israel and Western societies. He is the founder of IDI, Ideological Defense Institute, a nonprofit organization focused on ideological defense and supporting ex-Muslims.
Early life and background
Burmawi was born in Jordan in 1988 and raised in a devout Muslim family. He has described experiencing a personal struggle with Islam and growing up in radicalized surroundings in the Middle East. Burmawi lived and worked in the Middle East, including Lebanon, for an extended period before relocating to the United States, citing a desire for freedom from the constraints he associated with Islamic societies. He holds a Master's degree in Theological Studies.
Conversion to Christianity
Burmawi converted from Islam to Christianity, a process he has discussed in interviews and writings as stemming from his search for spiritual truth and disillusionment with Islamic teachings. He has described finding faith in Christ through grace and personal reflection, contrasting it with his previous life as a devout Muslim. This conversion influenced his subsequent work, including his advocacy for Judeo-Christian values over what he views as Islamic doctrine.
Career and activism
Burmawi is the founder and CEO of IDI, an organization described as supporting former Muslims and defending against ideological threats. He maintains an active presence on social media platforms, including X (formerly Twitter) under the handle @DanBurmawy, where he shares commentary on Middle Eastern affairs, political theology, and critiques of Islam. He also operates a YouTube channel featuring videos on topics such as the Arab world, and interviews. Burmawi runs a Substack newsletter where he discusses his writings and related themes. His activism includes appearances on podcasts and media outlets, such as interviews with Gad Saad, James Flippin, CBN News, and outlets like i24 News and 77 WABC, where he addresses his background, views on Islam, and support for Israel. He contributes to publications such as The Times of Israel and The Christian Post.
Burmawi's activism gained prominence following the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack on Israel, after which he began publicly defending Israel and warning about Islamic expansionism.
Books
Burmawi has authored two books. His first, The God of My Grandmother, details his personal journey from Islam to Christianity and his theological understanding of pain and suffering. His subsequent work, Islam, Israel and the West: A Former Muslim's Analysis, published in October 2025, examines Islam as a political-theological system, its incompatibility with Western values, and Israel's role in countering it.
Views
Burmawi's commentary focuses on what he describes as the threats posed by Islamic ideology to Western civilization, including mass immigration, cultural clashes, and alliances between Islam and leftist movements. He argues that Islam is inherently expansionist and incompatible with democratic values, rejecting terms like "Islamism" as protective euphemisms. Burmawi supports Israel, viewing it as a frontline defender against Islamic jihad and essential to preserving Western civilization. He has criticized the two-state solution in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and emphasized the religious roots of anti-Jewish sentiment in Islamic contexts.
Personal life
Burmawi resides in the United States. He has mentioned being married and having a child in public anecdotes.
References
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