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Minarets Banned In Switzerland – A Challenge And An Opportunity

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.

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Taqlid, Ijtihad And Democracy

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.

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Muslims In Europe: Perceptions Of Discrimination And Islamophobia – II

by Guest Post

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

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Muslims In Europe: Perceptions Of Discrimination And Islamophobia – I

by Guest Post

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

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