Epigraph:
O mankind, We have created you from a male and a female; and We have made you into tribes and sub-tribes that you may recognize one another. Indeed, the most honorable among you, in the sight of Allah, is he who is the most righteous among you. Surely, Allah is All-knowing, All-Aware. (Al Quran 49:14)
Fireworks behind statue of liberty
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Shariah and Constitution: A Personal Journey
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July 4: A Momentous Day for a Great Nation
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Happy 4th of July, 2nd Annual Interfaith Independence? Day Today in Dallas
Dear Friends you are cordially invited to celebrate Interfaith Independence Day with your families Muslims and Christians Celebrate America’s Independence Day Contact: Pastor Annelda Crawford, pastor@pmupumc.org 214-299-3310 Dr Jari Khan Jari.khan@ahmiayya.us214-364-7011…
No peace in Palestine in 2014: As violence escalates, the hope for peace between Palestinians and Israelis in 2014 has disappeared
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The Middle East: The tragedy of the Arabs : A civilisation that used to lead the world is in ruins—and only the locals can rebuild it
A THOUSAND years ago, the great cities of Baghdad, Damascus and Cairo took turns to race ahead of the Western world. Islam and innovation were twins. The various Arab caliphates…
‘Malaysia Islamic even if it does not practise hudud’ – Dr. Mahathir Mohamad
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Meet Egyptian president’s new economics adviser – Tony Blair
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Religion is a toxic brand in some UK cities – but it’s not about atheism
Guardian: Oliver O’Brien and James Cheshire’s extraordinary and illuminating heatmaps of Britain’s religious fervour look as if they have a lesson for people interested in religion, and this is that it is…
American Muslim Group Condemns Violence, Celebrates America on Independence Day
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Open Invitation to Murder Ahmadis in Pakistan
Twitter: Kashid MD…
POLL: Should Houses Of Worship Display The American Flag?
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eDigest: China bans Muslims from fasting during Holy Ramadan
Epigraph: There should be no compulsion in religion. Surely, right has become distinct from wrong; so whosoever refuses to be led by those who transgress, and believes in Allah, has…
“Oneness of God” in Islam, Hinduism, Christianity, Judaism, Sikhism & Zoroastrians
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Interfaith program organized by the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Dallas to celebrate Independence Day
Source: starlocalmedia.com As we celebrate Independence Day, we show our patriotism in many different ways such as waving flags, wearing red, white and blue, or singing the national anthem, to name a few. To show patriotism to…
5 Ways To Stay Healthy While Fasting For Ramadan
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Why Churches Should NOT Celebrate Independence Day
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Philippines urges its Muslims to abort Hajj
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From Prison to Jihad: Islamists Seek Supporters among German Inmates
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