What does the term ‘sharia’ mean for Muslims in Switzerland?
In the course of debates on Islam in Switzerland a lot of ‘semi-knowledge’ circulates in Switzerland. That is why the Imam of the Mahmud Mosque invited to clarify. by […]
Lady doctor sues Haia member for misconduct
By ARAB NEWS ALKHOBAR: The Commission for Promotion of Virtue and Prevention of Vice (Haia) has started investigating allegations that a Haia member harassed and humiliated a woman doctor, Al-Madinah Arabic daily reported. “The investigation committee at the Haia has started a probe into the entire issue. We are awaiting […]
Egypt Christians in two minds over Islamist gains
By Yasmine Saleh, Reuters, Jordan Times CAIRO – An Islamist surge in Egypt has left a large Christian minority divided over whether to flee the country, stay silent or reach out to a political force that seems guaranteed a major role in the country’s future. The pessimists say a revolution […]
Concubines and the Holy Quran
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Clearing up Shariah misconceptions
Source / Courtesy: The Barrie Examiner By Masood Nasir, Barrie, Canada (Re: ‘Shariah law goes against our law’ in the Nov. 10 edition of the Examiner and ‘Shariah law all about control’ in the Dec. 1 edition of the Examiner) I hope you will give me a chance of free […]
Polygamy in the Holy Qur’an
This is an article by Dr. Khaula Rehman published in spring 2010 volume of Muslim Sunrise. King Henry the VIII and his six wives A picture is worth a thousand […]
Religion without ethic: Punish the Sinner, let go the Criminal
by Khalid Ahmed- Express Tribune; There is little consciousness of ethic in us because of the way we understand our religion. It deals with piety through worship. Once attained, piety is supposed to ensure ethical conduct. Therefore, religiosity is what we emphasise and practise it to make others believe that […]
ANALYSIS: Persecution of Ahmedis in the Islamic Republic —Yasser Latif Hamdani
The basic premise on which we won ourselves Pakistan was that a permanent majority cannot and should not dominate a permanent minority on account of numeric strength. Yet contrary to that founding logic, Pakistan is today legally a totalitarian fundamentalist theocracy A fresh round of hate has been unleashed against […]
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights and Islam!
This article by Zia H Shah MD was originally published in Winter, 2009 volume of the Muslim Sunrise This examines the philosophical and historical basis of human rights. With the […]
Survey: Most patriotic Brits are Muslims
MUSLIMS are more patriotic than the average Brit, a survey has revealed. A massive 83 per cent of Muslims said they were proud to be British — compared with the […]
Karen Armstrong: Let’s revive the Golden Rule
The Golden Rule in its prohibitive form was a common principle in ancient Greek philosophy. Examples of the general concept include: “Do not do to your neighbor what you would take […]
The Muslim Times presenting Journey of Man: A Genetic Odessy
By Spencer Wells DNA is more than 99% similar among all humans, so all claims for discrimination, like caste system, polygenetic theory of human origin or some people being the ‘chosen people’ are only self indulgence. There is very little difference in the intellectual abilities of different races or families. The […]
Canada judge backs anti-polygamy law
British Columbia’s highest court has ruled that Canada’s anti-polygamy law should stand. Chief Justice Robert Bauman said the ban on multiple marriages was consistent with the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. The case comes after a judge threw out polygamy charges against two bishops of the Fundamentalist Church of […]
Banner against Ahmadis not removed despite passing 10 days
Source/Credit: The Nation: By: Syed Danish Hussain | Published: November 20, 2011 RAWALPINDI – It seems that city administration is waiting for occurrence of some untoward incident against Ahmadi community, as despite passage of several days the administration has not removed a number of banners demanding end to religious activities of the […]
Shariah law a misunderstood concept by Muslims and non-Muslims
Letter to the Editor: (Re: ‘Muslim Canadians must abide by Canada’s laws’ in the Nov. 3 edition of the Barrie Examiner) Shariah law is a misunderstood concept, by Muslims and non-Muslims and therefore very often stokes fear in people’s minds. Shariah is an Arabic word, and like many Arabic words, has many […]
Fresh hopes for pardon of Lankan housemaid Rizana
By MD RASOOLDEEN | ARAB NEWS RIYADH: A Sri Lankan delegation visiting Dawadmi, 380 km from the capital, was given a warm welcome by the Otaibi tribe leader Mohamed Faihan Shoraim Al-Otaibi on Thursday. The high-powered delegation led by Sri Lanka’s Western Province Gov. Alavi Mowlana met the tribal leaders […]
Bangladesh Govt need to act against Ahmadiyya tormentors
Source: Editorial: The New Age Dhaka, November 16, 2011 Govt need to act against Ahmadiyya tormentors MEMBERS of the Ahmadiyya community, a minority sect of Islam, are once again exposed to intimidation. This time, they have been barred from building a mosque at a village in Tangail, although, in line […]
Ahmadiyah Mosque in Duren Sawit Sealed
A building which used as Mosque by Ahmadiyah pilgrim on Jl Madrasah Block J No. 28 at RT 02/10, Durensawit, East Jakarta was sealed by East Jakarta Building Supervision and […]
Welcome change in Arab League’s attitude
By GWYNNE DYER ARABNEWS For most of its 66-year history, the Arab League was a powerless organization, dominated by regimes that made sure it never criticized their lies and crimes. But suddenly, this year, it woke up and changed sides. Last March the Arab League suspended Libya’s membership because of […]
Women intensify campaign against legal guardian
By WALAA HAWARI | ARAB NEWS RIYADH: Women campaigning for the abolishment of a rule stipulating they name a legal guardian every time they apply for a job say their patience with the Ministry of Labor is running thin because the government department has not responded to their initial demand. […]