The Prophet of Islam and His Universal Message
Theologically speaking, the universality of Muhammad’s (peace and blessings be upon him) message comes from the concept of…
Issue 103 (January - February 2015)
21 articles
Bediuzzaman Said Nursi and Skepticism
What is Skepticism? Skepticism, loosely defined, is the idea that one can never be certain about any piece…
I Do Not Kill Flies!
The flies are surely “acrobatic flight masters.” They can detect the necessary angle of lift-off depending on the…
Standing against Radicalism: The Example of Abu Hanifa
Radicalism is a destructive force that threatens bonds within a society. It violates social order, for those who…
The Grand Mosque of Paris
In these days, when tensions – expressed or unexpressed – are running high between Muslim and Jewish communities,…
Freedom (Hurriya)
The realization of every lawful desire without hindrance, freedom from any pressure, confinement, or subservience, the right to…
When Concrete Meets Steel
A secure residence is one of the basic human necessities. The need for housing has been satisfied via…
Orphan Care Adoption and Kafala
The need for orphans to receive adequate and comprehensive care is universal; it is present in every culture…
This Worldly Life
How beautiful, is this worldly lifeBut not a soul shall remainWe all come into this worldOnly to leave…
Occupying Our Human Rights
Four of the world’s greatest religions – Buddhism, Islam, Christianity, and Judaism – open their stories of man…
Renewable Energy via Fuel Cells
For decades, converting primary energy sources into useful forms of energy has been of great interest to governments,…
Editorial: Islam and Extremism
I felt exhausted trying to write yet another message of shame when the kidnapper in Sydney was reported…
Scent Transportation Emerging technologies may change the way we smell – yes, smell – new modes of communication.
What would it be like if, while watching a cooking show, waves of tasty aroma wafting from our…
Faithfulness
Faithfulness and fidelity are the hallmarks of societies that are committed to living and working together for a…
The Problem with Hate Speech: An Islamic Perspective
According to Webster’s New World Dictionary, hate speech is, “speech not protected by the First Amendment, because it…