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Interfaith Christmas: Making God Boundless
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Comments | Posted December 24, 2012 | 5:04 PM
No matter what faith you belong, the Interfaith Christmas can offer
everything you had always wanted and mor: to live in peace with fellow beings
without feeling apprehension, discomfort or the fear of the other.
Christmas is about celebrating the birth of a man who taught us how to build...
Christmas is about celebrating the birth of a man who taught us how to build...
A Muslim Leap of Faith: Offering Interfaith Prayers For Newtown
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Comments | Posted December 20, 2012 | 2:14 PM
Muslims have been a part of the interfaith prayers for a very long time, but
this time, in Newton, Conn., they took an incredible leap of faith.
Jason Graves, a young lad, recited the verses from Quran, and Imam Muadh Bhavnagarwala of the Al Hedaya Islamic Center added, "We ask...
Jason Graves, a young lad, recited the verses from Quran, and Imam Muadh Bhavnagarwala of the Al Hedaya Islamic Center added, "We ask...
Interfaith Thanksgiving: A Story of Gratitude and Self-Balancing Acts
Expression of gratitude is the ultimate balancing act in everyone's life. We
know whom we receive the good from and offer our gratitude. The absence of a
simple thank-you creates an imbalance in the relationship and spiritual energy,
while a simple thank you restores it.
My Religion Is the Truth -- For Me
I am intrigued by the blatant as well as the subtle claims that, "my religion
is the only true religion," by numerous religious leaders. Of course it would be
a truthful statement, if they consider adding, "...to me, as others are true to
others."
Indeed, it is a common utterance...
Indeed, it is a common utterance...
The Choice Between Chaotic Romney and Stable Obama
The future of America is on the red alert now. Most of us have endured
through bad times by losing jobs, letting our homes be foreclosed, and living on
food stamps or grace of our friends. We have seen the ravages of budget deficit
and sacrifice of thousands of Americans...
America First: Tensions, Conflicts and Politics of Elections
Tensions among friends come and go, but around elections, it's red alert.
This time of the year we are likely to tick off family members and friends because we differ in our political perspectives. Sometimes we are belligerent and push others to see our point of view as the right...
This time of the year we are likely to tick off family members and friends because we differ in our political perspectives. Sometimes we are belligerent and push others to see our point of view as the right...
A Possible Commuter Threat From Anti-Muslim Subway Ads
Fox news had interviewed me on the topic, and I am glad they were able to
show a few clips recently. Through the interview, I have urged the organizers of
the subway campaign not to place the ad at this point in time, and I pray for
the safety of...
Some Muslims Don't Get It: Freedom of Speech and the Legitimacy of Muslim Protests
The legitimacy of Muslim protests about the film "Innocence of Muslims"
and the freedom of speech are major issues facing the world today. I am pleased
to offer a summary of issues and pluralistic solutions.
It is not the Muslims, Jews or Christians who are bent on a collision course;...
It is not the Muslims, Jews or Christians who are bent on a collision course;...
9/11 Prompts Strong Muslim Commitment to America
Americans Muslims are fully committed to a strong, peaceful, prosperous and
secure America. As Americans, we uphold, protect, defend and celebrate the
values enshrined in our constitution. Our faith reinforces the creed of "One
Nation under God, with liberty and justice for all."
The unidentified and un-expressed dream of every...
The unidentified and un-expressed dream of every...
Muslims Condemn Blasphemy Charges Against Christian Girl in Pakistan
Muslims together condemn the arrest and imprisonment of a Christian girl,
Rimsha Masih, in Pakistan on blasphemy charges.
The New York Times reported on Aug. 20:
The New York Times reported on Aug. 20:
The police jailed the girl, Rimsha Masih, and her mother on Friday after hundreds of Muslim protesters surrounded the police station...
Sri Krishna's Birthday Celebrations: Happy Janmashtami
Janmashtami is the celebration of Sri Krishna's birthday, the man who is the
eighth Avatar (representation) of Vishnu, meaning the facet of creator that
manages the preservation aspect of life.
Hinduism sees God in three broad categories: Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva. Brahma reflects the creator form of God, and...
Hinduism sees God in three broad categories: Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva. Brahma reflects the creator form of God, and...
A Muslim's Easter
Easter is a celebration of Jesus Christ's resurrection on the third day after
crucifixion. It is Christianity's most important holiday. A few years ago, I was
in Jerusalem and was blessed to sit by the place where he was supposedly buried
at the Church of Holy Sepulcher.
One thing...
One thing...
Commitment to Israel-Palestine, Part 3
Author's note: Who am I to worry about Israelis and Palestinians? What
inspires me to be involved in the Israel-Palestine conflict? The following is
the story of my struggle to see a cohesive world, the story will take you
through different emotions but at the end, I hope you feel...
Commitment to Israel-Palestine, Part 2
Author's note: Who am I to worry about Israelis and Palestinians? What
inspires me to be involved in the Israel Palestine conflict? The following is
the story of my struggle to see a cohesive world, the story will take you
through different emotions but at the end, I hope you...
Valentine's Day, the Universal Phenomenon
Throughout the history of language, words have taken on new and expanded
meanings; Valentine's Day is no exception.
From an exclusive meaningful rendezvous between two lovers, the Valentine's Day will morph into an all inclusive romantic day. It will become a universal affection day within a decade.
Valentines...
From an exclusive meaningful rendezvous between two lovers, the Valentine's Day will morph into an all inclusive romantic day. It will become a universal affection day within a decade.
Valentines...
Israel and Palestine: Looking for Peace on the Horizon
Author's note: Who am I to worry about Israelis and Palestinians? What
inspires me to be involved in the Israel Palestine conflict? The following is
the story of my struggle to see a cohesive world, the story will take you
through different emotions but at the end, I hope you...
Stripping Nobel Prize From Muslim Dr. Abdus Salam
It is a shame that many of the Pakistani people I have been interacting have
bought the government-fed idea that Ahmadiyya Muslims are not Muslims.
Shame on them, they have not only lost political freedom, they have lost their minds as well. As a Muslim, I am disappointed that Pakistan...
Shame on them, they have not only lost political freedom, they have lost their minds as well. As a Muslim, I am disappointed that Pakistan...
Pat Buchanan's Fear of the End of White America and Christianity
The phobias stem from the fact that religions have moved away from being
spiritual to political entities, simply meaning each religious group is living
in its own silos and in conflict with the other.
An article in the New York Times, "Patrick Buchanan's Future at MSNBC Is...
An article in the New York Times, "Patrick Buchanan's Future at MSNBC Is...
The Rule of Law Prevails in Oklahoma
Congratulations to the people of Oklahoma that the rule of law has prevailed
over bigotry in their state. We applaud the court in Denver for upholding U.S.
District Judge Vicki Miles-LaGrange's order blocking implementation of the
amendment shortly after it was approved by 70 percent of Oklahoma voters in
November...
Citizenship, Islam and America
Law is one thing and practice is the other. As an American and as a Muslim, I
have to be critical of both groupings and work toward creating cohesive
societies where no citizen has to live in apprehension, discomfort or fear of
the other. Here is a summary of 2011...
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