The Reality of Wahhabism in the Islamic Context
There is plenty of evidence in the Quran and in Prophetic Traditions (Ahadith) that prove the invalidity of the Wahhabi school of thought in the eyes of God. The following… Read more »
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Women Leading Friday Prayer: AMJA’s Statement
In the Name of Allah, Most Gracious, Most Merciful. All praise and thanks are due to Allah, and peace and blessings be upon His Messenger. Dear questioner, thank you for… Read more »
Women lead Friday prayers at Denmark’s first female-run mosque
Imam of Mariam mosque in Copenhagen says aim is to challenge patriarchal structures and inspire other women. Sherin Khankan, one of two female imams at the Mariam mosque in Copenhagen…. Read more »
First woman to lead Friday prayers in UK
A Canadian author will become the first Muslim-born woman to lead a mixed-gender British congregation through Friday prayers tomorrow in a highly controversial move that will attempt to spark a… Read more »
A Crucial Throw of the Dice for Democracy in Kashmir
Instead of laying limits within which a dialogue can take place, the government, through the all-party delegation, should ask Kashmiri nationalists what they want and see how far it can… Read more »
Muslim group releases teachers’ guide to fight Islamophobia
Guide comes as new school year starts after thousands of Syrian refugees came to Canada Refugee students at an art class at the Surrey Schools ELL Welcome Centre. The National… Read more »
When the Islamic State Saved 150,000 Jews
In July 1492, the new state of Spain expelled its Jewish and Muslim populations as part of the Spanish Inquisition. As a response, the Caliph of the Islamic state, Sultan… Read more »
Pakistan appoints a Catholic to increase interfaith harmony
Anthony Naveed, a Catholic cabinet member in the Sindh province of Pakistan has been promoted to serve as the Chief Minister’s special assistant with particular responsibilities in the interfaith harmony… Read more »
Ijtihad – Rethinking Islam
A Comprehensive Fatwa Against Terrorism And Militancy Signed By One Lakh Muftis, Ulama And Imams Of Bangladesh: Full Text Translated by NewAgeIslam.com Initiative and Management by Bangladesh Jamiatul Ulama (Translated… Read more »
For Janmashtami, this Muslim is most sought-after
KANPUR: You would think his name of `Gubbare wale chacha’ is a misnomer, considering this practising Muslim is known for the range of dresses and accessories he sells for Hindu… Read more »