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Monthly Archives: October 2010
Claiming a Religion— an Active Choice?
Who is a Muslim? Who is a Christian, Jew, Buddhist, etc? Is it enough to call oneself by any one of these names, or must we actually observe the distinguishing rituals? No one has a problem with taking someone’s word … Continue reading
Movie Review: Hereafter
http://www.hereaftermovie.org/ Yesterday, I saw the movie Hereafter, directed by Clint Eastwood. In terms of pure entertainment, it succeeded. The acting and photography were excellent. Each actor performed beautifully, to the extent that that they didn’t seem like actors at all, … Continue reading
A New Perspective on Islam
I’ve been ruminating on my waning connection with mainstream Islam. Ever since we came to the United States, I’ve been slipping away from ritual practice. The events of 9/11 pushed me to the brink of apostasy. I’ve been sitting on … Continue reading
Posted in "Muslim reform", Islam, Progressive Islam, Religion
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The “Bismillah”
One of the joys of living in Saudi Arabia was seeing Arabic calligraphy, especially the “bismillah” and other renditions of verses from the Qur’an, expressed artistically in various media. “In the name of God, the Most Merciful, the Most Compassionate” … Continue reading
Posted in Arabic Language, art, Islam, Saudi Arabia
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