Category: Islam
Muslims in the Media – and What I’m Going to Do About It
“A free press earned its spot in the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution because of its role in educating and enlightening citizens, and thus enabling us to practice self-government. But char... Read More
Becoming a Peacemaker in Grad School
When I entered my graduate degree program in the Fall of 2013, I had no idea I would be entering the world of interfaith. I was intent on getting my Ph.D. in Islamic Studies – and this Master’s de... Read More
Ramadan Reflections
Ramadan is the holy month of Muslims, and the last ten days are considered the holiest of the holiest, a period of blessings, forgiveness and peace. Yet there is little peace in the world these days, ... Read More
Come and Eat: Breaking Bread on Ramadan
I recently attended an Iftar dinner at my synagogue, along with members of a Turkish Muslim interfaith institute. My rabbi gave a speech about how the Jewish and Islamic traditions understand t... Read More
Social Justice is a Loaded Term
“If you have come here to help me, you are wasting your time. But if you have come because your liberation is bound up with mine, then let us work together.” – Lilla Watson Although the abov... Read More
Ramadan – A lesson in Reconciling Relationships
For many Muslims worldwide, the 6th of June marks the first day of Ramadan, the observance of the fasting (from food, water and innate desires) between sunrise and sunset. Muslims will faithfully ob... Read More- 2 of 2
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