Tag Archives: Europe

Minarets Banned In Switzerland – A Challenge And An Opportunity

Posted on December 1, 2009 by Mohib Ahmad

Minarets are not a requirement for mosques but Muslims are and successful communities are built not upon symbols but individuals. Muslims should use this opportunity to build alliances, reach out to local communities and proactively engage in civic activities in addition to performing their religious duties. Only by addressing the fears that led to the passing of this odious ban can there be a meaningful resolution to this issue. Continue reading →

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Taqlid, Ijtihad And Democracy

Posted on October 31, 2008 by Yoginder Sikand

Maulana Wahiduddin Khan argues that the reason for the backwardness of present-day Muslim thought is the refusal to engage in ijtihad, to come out of the boundaries of the established corpus of fiqh and to gain guidance directly from the Quran and Hadith. Continue reading →

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Muslims In Europe: Perceptions Of Discrimination And Islamophobia – II

Posted on August 26, 2008 by Guest Post

Second and concluding part of the challenges facing Muslims In Europe. Continue reading →

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Muslims In Europe: Perceptions Of Discrimination And Islamophobia – I

Posted on August 22, 2008 by Guest Post

Muslims are under tough scrutiny and face difficult choices in Europe. Continue reading →

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