Monthly Archives: October 2008

Jihad? But What About Other Verses In Qur’an?

Some Muslim terrorists are using Quranic verses on jihad to lend legitimacy to their inhuman terrorist attacks while disregarding all the other Quranic injunctions against their actions. Continue reading

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Azamgarh Muslims Should Turn A New Page

The quaint district of Azamgarh in Easter Uttar Pradesh has been in news recently for all the wrong reasons. A look at the Muslims of Azamgarh and the challenges facing the community. Continue reading

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Media, Muslims And Mujahideen

A bomb does not discriminate between a Hindu or a Muslim. Indian media should play a more balanced role and provide a nuanced perspective while discussing the issue of terrorism. Continue reading

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The Concept Of Jihad In Islam

The concept of Jihad has been maligned much by the actions of terrorists invoking the concept for their inhuman actions. However, true essence of Jihad is struggle with one’s self, not with others. Continue reading

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Nanavati Report On Godhra Tragedy: Erasing The Obvious Truths

Constituted after the horrific tragedy of Sabarmati expressat Godhra in 2002, Nanavati-Mehta Commission reached pre-determined conclusions and did nothing to clear the picture. Continue reading

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The Role Of Madrasas In Inter-Faith Dialogue

Madrasas being centers of Islamic learning should take an active interest in inter-faith community discussions and counter the misinformation propagated by some quarters. Continue reading

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Peace In A Plural Society

By its very nature, there will be differences of opinion in a pluralistic society. Maulana Wahiduddin Khan in his book Aman-e-Alam (Global Peace) argues for more tolerance and acceptance of differences for communal harmony. Continue reading

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Life On Earth Possible, But Not Safe!

Lessons of peace and non-violence should be learned and re-learned to save humanity. It is important to think about these while celebrating the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi.
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