American Muslims: Same Concerns as Non-Muslims
ROB L. WAGNER: It seems impossible for many Americans to view Muslims other than through a Middle East lens. …
Burqa Tradition Dies in Dhofar: Not Soon Enough
SUSAN AL SHAHRI: I've only worn a burqa once and that's more than enough times. Its appearance in Dhofar is getting increasingly more rare. …
Of Jesus, Smith and Elvis: The Prophet Issue
'DANIEL M. VARISCO: It's a shtick that gets trotted out in editorial conferences at this time of year and occasionally editors buy it. 'So who's the real Jesus?'…
“Religion for God, Egypt for All”: Interfaith Success
MAGDY AZIZ TOBIA, CGNEWS: The Family Home Initiative launched earlier this year has helped bring Muslims and Copts closer together. …
3Fs Forum: ‘All of the Big Questions Up for Discussion’
JESSICA ABRAHAMS, CGNEWS: Frank and open dialogue was the name of the game at a recent inter-faith event in the UK. …
“There Are Many Ways to be Muslim”: Varied World
SHELINA ZAHRA JANMOHAMED: I'm deeply concerned about the growing Islamophobia in Europe. I'm doing my bit to confront it. …
Digital Prayer Beads: New Technological Marvel
MICH CAFE: I'd noticed that some women coming into the shop where I was working were carrying a new device. So I did a little investigating…
Definitions: What Exactly Is Islam and What Is It Not?
ABU MOHAMMED: There is a great deal of misunderstanding concerning the nature and practice of Islam. Here are some key points. …
‘Erasing Idolatry’ or ‘Making Way for Five Star Hotels’?
ABU MOHAMMED: The destruction of several historic buildings in and around Mecca is being justified in religious terms. But what will replace them? …
The Lessons of Mina: Addressing Our Demons
SHELINA ZAHRA JANMOHAMED: The rituals of the Haj contain lessons for all of us whether Muslim or not. In these violent times their force is even greater …
