Interfaith
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A Maryland Muslim charity’s work and Yoga sessions help inter-faith understanding
In an environment of polarizing politics and excessive media focus on divisive issues many great things that American communities accomplish appear to go unnoticed. Yet, the welfare work that a Muslim organization has been doing in...April 18, 2019 1147 0 -
Why American Muslims need to engage in cross-cultural conversations
As American Muslims, we are yet to develop any concrete plans to extricate ourselves out of chaotic situations, hostility, and incessant Islamophobic rhetoric we face. Each time a terrorist acts out, we start praying and wishing...March 27, 2019 1481 0 -
A scholar’s interpretation of the essence of the Qur’an
The Jewish Islamic Dialogue society (JIDS) hosted a conversation with Dr. Safi Kaskas and Eman Kaskas, about the essence of Quran to a gathering. It was a joy listening to him rolling out the truth after...March 18, 2019 2047 1 -
Pakistani-American hosts Israeli, Palestinian doctors bonding to treat suffering humanity
“In the sufferer, let me see only the human being,” Dr. Sargit Arbel Alon said as she emphasized the human connection that drives her work in the conflict zone. Dr. Alon, an Israeli obstetrician and gynecologist,...December 5, 2018 1673 0 -
‘Let’s put out the fire and build bridges’
Image: Author Akbar signing German Ambassador Emily Haber’s copy of Journey into Europe Just before Thanksgiving, Ambassador Akbar Ahmed, the former High Commissioner from Pakistan to the UK and Ireland and the Ibn Khaldun Chair of...November 30, 2018 1997 0 -
Muslim organizations raise $150,000 for Pittsburgh synagogue attacks victims
American Muslims have responded to the deadly attack on a Pittsburgh synagogue with generous donations of more than $150,000, contributing in the spirit of interfaith solidarity with their fellow citizens. The attack on Tree of Life...October 30, 2018 760 0 -
Why I dedicated my book on Islam to AU researcher Frankie Martin
When I launched my new book Journey into Europe: Islam, Immigration, and Identity about Islam in Europe at SOAS in London earlier this summer, the renowned political theorist Lord Bhikhu Parekh chaired the session. Lord Parekh was a...September 24, 2018 1844 0 -
A scholar’s outreach through research and diplomacy
Image: Professor Ahmed ith Vice Chancellor Dr. Habib-ur-Rehman on stage at MUST in Mirpur Credit: Prof Ahmed’s Office Diplomacy can get a bad rap, sometimes even characterized as all talk and no substance. But on top...September 14, 2018 1353 0 -
An example of interfaith cooperation
Photo Credit Islamic Society of Basking Ridge Some may be inclined to be skeptical and even dismissive on hearing that a Jewish organization has formed an active body to defend mosques in the US. But this...August 4, 2018 1287 0 -
Interfaith leaders honor Virginia Parents of the Year
The 25th Annual Parents’ Day Alliance of Virginia honored Bishop & Mrs. Tyrone & Valarie Allen (Herndon) and Mr. & Mrs. Ravi & Shashi Chopra (Fairfax Station) as “Virginia Parents’ of the Year, 2018. Mr. &...July 18, 2018 931 0
