Articles related to "Islamic"
Arabic and Islamic Calligraphy
A brief discussion of the Arabic language and Islamic calligraphy.
islamic calligraphy • art • islamic art • arabic
A brief discussion of the Arabic language and Islamic calligraphy.
islamic calligraphy • art • islamic art • arabic
Overview of Islamic Gardens: PERSIA
This article is the first of three on the history of Islamic Gardens and covers the gardens of Persia. The next in the series will be on Muslim Spain and the last will be on Mughal India.
gardens • islamic • persia • iran
This article is the first of three on the history of Islamic Gardens and covers the gardens of Persia. The next in the series will be on Muslim Spain and the last will be on Mughal India.
gardens • islamic • persia • iran
Islamic Matrimonials Hit the Net
Meeting through the internet is an alternative to meeting potential spouses through relatives. Such services allow busy Muslim singles to start families of their own.
muslim matrimonial services • muslims and marriage • lowering one's gaze and guarding modesty • searching for a muslim spouse • dating in islam
Meeting through the internet is an alternative to meeting potential spouses through relatives. Such services allow busy Muslim singles to start families of their own.
muslim matrimonial services • muslims and marriage • lowering one's gaze and guarding modesty • searching for a muslim spouse • dating in islam
Islamic Mysticism: A History
Islamic mysticism has a rich Sufi tradition made famous by Rumi and the legendary whirling dervishes. How does this relate to traditional Islam?
islam • sufi • sufism • rumi • whirling
Islamic mysticism has a rich Sufi tradition made famous by Rumi and the legendary whirling dervishes. How does this relate to traditional Islam?
islam • sufi • sufism • rumi • whirling
Islamic Wedding Traditions
Muslim couples plan weddings which reflect their unique cultural backgrounds. Here are some traditions that might be incorporated into an Islamic wedding celebration.
islamic wedding traditions • muslim wedding customs • marriage customs in the muslim world • muslim couples • muslim marriages
Muslim couples plan weddings which reflect their unique cultural backgrounds. Here are some traditions that might be incorporated into an Islamic wedding celebration.
islamic wedding traditions • muslim wedding customs • marriage customs in the muslim world • muslim couples • muslim marriages
Overview of Islamic Gardens: MUSLIM SPAIN
This article is on the gardens of Muslim Spain but specifically the Alhambra and Generalife.
muslim spain • gardens • alhambra • generalife • granada
This article is on the gardens of Muslim Spain but specifically the Alhambra and Generalife.
muslim spain • gardens • alhambra • generalife • granada
Islamic Country, Not Arabic Country
Arabic made compulsory at higher levels of school in Pakistan.
pakistan • arabic • islamiyat • compulsory • matriculation
Arabic made compulsory at higher levels of school in Pakistan.
pakistan • arabic • islamiyat • compulsory • matriculation
Jerusalem in the Islamic World
A look at the Holy City of Jerusalem and what it means to the Islamic world.
jerusalem • al-quds • al-aqsa • dome of the rock • palestine
A look at the Holy City of Jerusalem and what it means to the Islamic world.
jerusalem • al-quds • al-aqsa • dome of the rock • palestine
A Look at Home Schooling
Discusses the increase in children attending home schools in the United States and the choices some Muslim parents are making to educate their children at home.
muslim home school • home school • unschool • islamic school
Discusses the increase in children attending home schools in the United States and the choices some Muslim parents are making to educate their children at home.
muslim home school • home school • unschool • islamic school
Middle Eastern Cooking
Islamic countries contribute some of the most exotic and flavorful dishes around. In this article we will sample a few of the popular dishes of the Middle East that were passed down from generation to generation (from my mom to me).
middle eastern cooking • islamic cooking • recipes • recipe
Islamic countries contribute some of the most exotic and flavorful dishes around. In this article we will sample a few of the popular dishes of the Middle East that were passed down from generation to generation (from my mom to me).
middle eastern cooking • islamic cooking • recipes • recipe
The Suleymaniye Mosque: Beyond Inspiration
This article is about the Suleymaniye Mosque in Turkey and its inspiration the Hagia Sophia.
suleymaniye mosque • hagia sophia • architecture • islamic • turkey
This article is about the Suleymaniye Mosque in Turkey and its inspiration the Hagia Sophia.
suleymaniye mosque • hagia sophia • architecture • islamic • turkey
Execution, Afghanistan
Afghani man converts to Christianity and will possibly face the death penalty. Islamic law, the Sharia, forbids the worship or practice of Christianity among the Islamic people. President Karzia must convince the Judiciary board of Muslim fundamentalist conservatives to consider this decision in light of the current situation as Christianity has become an ally to these people. Or, has the U.S., in fact, become too involved in a situation beyond its control?
execution • muslim • christianity • afghanistan • sunni
Afghani man converts to Christianity and will possibly face the death penalty. Islamic law, the Sharia, forbids the worship or practice of Christianity among the Islamic people. President Karzia must convince the Judiciary board of Muslim fundamentalist conservatives to consider this decision in light of the current situation as Christianity has become an ally to these people. Or, has the U.S., in fact, become too involved in a situation beyond its control?
execution • muslim • christianity • afghanistan • sunni
Islamists Control Mogadishu
The Union of Islamic Courts, an Islamist Militia group, have taken control of Mogadishu, bringing a lull in violence.
somalia • mogadishu • islamist militia • islamic courts • warlords
The Union of Islamic Courts, an Islamist Militia group, have taken control of Mogadishu, bringing a lull in violence.
somalia • mogadishu • islamist militia • islamic courts • warlords
Resumed Fighting in Mogadishu
Residents of Mogadishu have been confined to their homes and hospitals are overflowing as Islamists, clans and Ethiopian troops battle in the streets.
violence mogadishu • ethiopian troops • union of islamic courts • uic • transitional federal government
Residents of Mogadishu have been confined to their homes and hospitals are overflowing as Islamists, clans and Ethiopian troops battle in the streets.
violence mogadishu • ethiopian troops • union of islamic courts • uic • transitional federal government
Spain and the politics of terror
As the Madrid bombing trial reveals new evidence, questions are asked about the conduct of the last Government and its politics onthe use of terror
terrorism • eta • islamic • madrid • iraq
As the Madrid bombing trial reveals new evidence, questions are asked about the conduct of the last Government and its politics onthe use of terror
terrorism • eta • islamic • madrid • iraq
US-wanted Cleric Named To Post
Sheikh Hassan Dahir Aweys, a hardliner in the Islamic Courts, is named as head of parliament
somalia • islamic courts • sheikh hassan dahir aweys • somalia politics • taliban
Sheikh Hassan Dahir Aweys, a hardliner in the Islamic Courts, is named as head of parliament
somalia • islamic courts • sheikh hassan dahir aweys • somalia politics • taliban
Fox Talk Show Guest Misrepresents Islam
Fox New's O'Reilly Factor program recently broadcast a segment on the rape of Kosovar Muslim woman in which the featured guest proclaimed that when a Muslim woman is raped, she is supposed to commit suicide under Islam.
o'reilly factor • fox news • muslim women • rape • islam
Fox New's O'Reilly Factor program recently broadcast a segment on the rape of Kosovar Muslim woman in which the featured guest proclaimed that when a Muslim woman is raped, she is supposed to commit suicide under Islam.
o'reilly factor • fox news • muslim women • rape • islam
A Universal Responsibility
A discussion of the Columbine High School shooting in Colorado and the responsibility of parents.
muslim parents • columbine high school • high school shooting
A discussion of the Columbine High School shooting in Colorado and the responsibility of parents.
muslim parents • columbine high school • high school shooting
Faro’s Secret Spooky Bone Chapel
Human bones line a chapel, storks nest in the church towers, Roman mosaics decorate a former convent and blue tiles form murals inside gold-washed churches.
faro portugal’s algarve capital city • secret spooky bone chapel • baroque carmelite church • macabre toothy skulls grin at visitors • capela de ossos
Human bones line a chapel, storks nest in the church towers, Roman mosaics decorate a former convent and blue tiles form murals inside gold-washed churches.
faro portugal’s algarve capital city • secret spooky bone chapel • baroque carmelite church • macabre toothy skulls grin at visitors • capela de ossos
Impeaching Musharraf
The United States is on the verge of losing a critical ally in the global war on terrorism as factions within the Pakistani government attempt to impeach the president.
pakistan • united states • musharraf • bhutto • war on terror
The United States is on the verge of losing a critical ally in the global war on terrorism as factions within the Pakistani government attempt to impeach the president.
pakistan • united states • musharraf • bhutto • war on terror
How Muslims Deal with Death
Muslims accept death as part of life. Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) overturned many pagan practices and advised that Muslims acknolwedge death in a positive light.
death and the hereafter • the grave and the hereafter • pagan practices • arabs • mourning for the deceased
Muslims accept death as part of life. Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) overturned many pagan practices and advised that Muslims acknolwedge death in a positive light.
death and the hereafter • the grave and the hereafter • pagan practices • arabs • mourning for the deceased
Khalil Gibran Academy in NYC
The Arabic-themed public school is creating controversy before it even opens. Many are concerned about what will be taught in the classrooms.
khalil gibran • debbie almontaser • september 11 • the prophet • arabic academy
The Arabic-themed public school is creating controversy before it even opens. Many are concerned about what will be taught in the classrooms.
khalil gibran • debbie almontaser • september 11 • the prophet • arabic academy
Baha'i Faculty Receive Prison Term in Iran
Press Release for the National Spiritual Assembly of the Baha'is of the United States concerning the imprisonment of 4 Baha'i educators in Iran.
baha'i • national spiritual assembly • press release • baha'i institute of higher education • religious persecution
Press Release for the National Spiritual Assembly of the Baha'is of the United States concerning the imprisonment of 4 Baha'i educators in Iran.
baha'i • national spiritual assembly • press release • baha'i institute of higher education • religious persecution
Central Committee For Ex-Muslims
Ex-Muslim's want their own voice. Islam is the only religion that does not recognize ex-members but two brave women are trying to change this.
the committee for ex-muslims • ex-muslims • non-practicing muslims • arzu toker • mitra zainal
Ex-Muslim's want their own voice. Islam is the only religion that does not recognize ex-members but two brave women are trying to change this.
the committee for ex-muslims • ex-muslims • non-practicing muslims • arzu toker • mitra zainal
Peace Moves - Not In A Good Direction
middle east peace talks • peace process • israel • palestine • madeline albright
middle east peace talks • peace process • israel • palestine • madeline albright
Turkey, Iraq and the Kurds: Can Anyone Actually Leave The Kurds
The situation between the Kurds, Turkey, and Iraq has heated up once again. The Kurds demand their own enclave to call their own, which Turkey and Iraq have supressed, fearing they would destabilize the region.
iraq • turkey • invasions • kurdish • resistance
The situation between the Kurds, Turkey, and Iraq has heated up once again. The Kurds demand their own enclave to call their own, which Turkey and Iraq have supressed, fearing they would destabilize the region.
iraq • turkey • invasions • kurdish • resistance
Muslims in America
A brief history of Muslims in America to the present.
muslim immigrants • american muslims • islam • u.s. • united states
A brief history of Muslims in America to the present.
muslim immigrants • american muslims • islam • u.s. • united states
North Africa - Cities in Algeria
Algeria may not always be the safest place but with a local guide, travelers can experience the magic of the desert and the wonder of interesting North African cities.
algeria northern africa • algiers constantine annaba oran • sahara desert oasis • algerie map accommodation hotels • travel
Algeria may not always be the safest place but with a local guide, travelers can experience the magic of the desert and the wonder of interesting North African cities.
algeria northern africa • algiers constantine annaba oran • sahara desert oasis • algerie map accommodation hotels • travel
Roses in Folklore -- Part 2
Part 2 of the series exploring roses in world folklore.
rose folklore • rose mythology • legends • fables • persia
Part 2 of the series exploring roses in world folklore.
rose folklore • rose mythology • legends • fables • persia
Get The News You Need - Part I
Find the news you need about the Middle East with this handy guide.
middle east news • web sites • websites • international news
Find the news you need about the Middle East with this handy guide.
middle east news • web sites • websites • international news
Getting Educated on Mid-East Politics
The best Middle East learning centers and universities.
higher education • university • middle east studies • college • graduate programs
The best Middle East learning centers and universities.
higher education • university • middle east studies • college • graduate programs
Giochi d’Acqua
The next time that people visit your garden, suddenly turn on the sprinklers and watch your guests try to escape.
giochi d’acqua • water games • pneumatica • hydraulis
The next time that people visit your garden, suddenly turn on the sprinklers and watch your guests try to escape.
giochi d’acqua • water games • pneumatica • hydraulis
Religion and control
Religion is often used to excuse conflict. So in a multicultural society should it be controlled by the state?
religion • conflict • tolerance • control • terrorism
Religion is often used to excuse conflict. So in a multicultural society should it be controlled by the state?
religion • conflict • tolerance • control • terrorism
Turkish Unrest Continues: Government vs. Military Philosophy
unrest • military • koran • religion • laws
unrest • military • koran • religion • laws
Will violence lead to peace?
When violence occurs in the Middle East, it also carries a mixed baggage of opinions and hardens animosities among already sensitive populations all over the world.
terrorism • terror • terrorist • hezbollah • israel
When violence occurs in the Middle East, it also carries a mixed baggage of opinions and hardens animosities among already sensitive populations all over the world.
terrorism • terror • terrorist • hezbollah • israel
World's Conflicts on the Rise
More global conflict situations deteriorated than improved during the last month, according to a new monthly assessment by the International Crisis Group.
war • conflict • iraq • pakistan • china
More global conflict situations deteriorated than improved during the last month, according to a new monthly assessment by the International Crisis Group.
war • conflict • iraq • pakistan • china
American Muslim Statistics
A 2007 survey conducted by the Pew Research Center finds that U.S. Muslims are assimilated, moderate and have American attitudes, outlook and values.
american muslim statistics • u.s. muslims • american muslim population • american muslims are moderate • american muslims:middle class and mostly mainstrea
A 2007 survey conducted by the Pew Research Center finds that U.S. Muslims are assimilated, moderate and have American attitudes, outlook and values.
american muslim statistics • u.s. muslims • american muslim population • american muslims are moderate • american muslims:middle class and mostly mainstrea
Famous African Kingdoms
Many aspects of African culture are similar throughout the different kingdoms. Gold was a primary source of revenue along with the slave trade.
africa • african kingdoms • african people • gold • slave
Many aspects of African culture are similar throughout the different kingdoms. Gold was a primary source of revenue along with the slave trade.
africa • african kingdoms • african people • gold • slave
Kosovar Refugees at Fort Dix
This discusses the current status of the first group of Kosovar Albanian refugees to the United States.
kosovar refugees • albanians • fort dix • muslims • yusef estes
This discusses the current status of the first group of Kosovar Albanian refugees to the United States.
kosovar refugees • albanians • fort dix • muslims • yusef estes
Malaga: European City of Culture
Malaga will improve road, rail and air links as well as existing attractions and opens new museums to support its bid for recognition as European Cultural Capital.
malaga european city of culture • medieval malaga • cheap airline tickets to malaga • museums in malaga • buenavista palace
Malaga will improve road, rail and air links as well as existing attractions and opens new museums to support its bid for recognition as European Cultural Capital.
malaga european city of culture • medieval malaga • cheap airline tickets to malaga • museums in malaga • buenavista palace
New Bill Set To Repeal the Anti-terrorism Law
A new bill has recently been introduced that would repeal the use of secret evidence that has been used against many Muslims and Arabs in the United States.
anti-terrorism bill • muslims • secret evidence • secret evidence repeal act of 1999 • deportation
A new bill has recently been introduced that would repeal the use of secret evidence that has been used against many Muslims and Arabs in the United States.
anti-terrorism bill • muslims • secret evidence • secret evidence repeal act of 1999 • deportation
Overview of The Later Great Mughals
Afghans of Mongol descent, the Mughals displaced the Sultan rulers of the small kingdom of Delhi (ironically Afghans themselves) in the mid sixteenth century.
overview of the great mughals • the great mughals • shah jahan mughal emperor • aurangzeb mughal emperor • jahangir mughal emperor
Afghans of Mongol descent, the Mughals displaced the Sultan rulers of the small kingdom of Delhi (ironically Afghans themselves) in the mid sixteenth century.
overview of the great mughals • the great mughals • shah jahan mughal emperor • aurangzeb mughal emperor • jahangir mughal emperor
Peace Moves Slowly
Recap of latest events in the Middle East including Jonathan Pollard-Israel admission, the Islamic Hajj, Lebanese-Israeli relations and the peace process
jonathan pollard • hajj • haj • lebanon • israel
Recap of latest events in the Middle East including Jonathan Pollard-Israel admission, the Islamic Hajj, Lebanese-Israeli relations and the peace process
jonathan pollard • hajj • haj • lebanon • israel
Sacred – Books of Three Faiths – British Library
An exhibition of lavishly illustrated, exceptionally rare Muslim, Christian and Jewish manuscripts is on at London's British Library and runs from 27 April - 23 Sept 2007
qur’an manuscripts • medieval illuminated manuscripts • sultan baybars qur’an • lisbon hebrew bible • books of genesis
An exhibition of lavishly illustrated, exceptionally rare Muslim, Christian and Jewish manuscripts is on at London's British Library and runs from 27 April - 23 Sept 2007
qur’an manuscripts • medieval illuminated manuscripts • sultan baybars qur’an • lisbon hebrew bible • books of genesis
Working Women in the Middle East
Through this article we look at the women in business in Middle East. The traditional Muslim region with very conservative views on women and their role in society is slo
saudi arabia • uae • united arab emirates • women at work in saudi arabia • women in the workplace in uae
Through this article we look at the women in business in Middle East. The traditional Muslim region with very conservative views on women and their role in society is slo
saudi arabia • uae • united arab emirates • women at work in saudi arabia • women in the workplace in uae
Float Like A Butterfly...
A profile of an American convert to Islam -- boxing legend Muhammad Ali.
muhammad ali • cassius clay • islam • boxing • nation of islam
A profile of an American convert to Islam -- boxing legend Muhammad Ali.
muhammad ali • cassius clay • islam • boxing • nation of islam
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