The forced expulsion of Palestinians, their oppression and the attacks on Masjid al-Aqsa: these are things Muslims cannot bear to see or tolerate. In their anger and disgust, some Muslims mention individual Jews, people as a whole or their faith in a way that is not in line with Islamic teachings.
The first ten days of the Islamic month of Zul Hijjah are a special time when all kinds of good deeds are encouraged and highly rewarded. Here are a number of Duas that you can make or use as a model to make your own Duas during these blessed days.
Do cows eat meat? Knowing what's in the carefully selected 'Halal' meat you've been buying for years will not only make your stomach turn- it can literally make you sick- if it doesn't kill you.
How to write a permission letter to parents? The following letter may be downloaded and sent to your child's school teacher to help initiate a presentation on Eid-ul-Adha in your child's classroom.
Mad cow disease, animals fed animals, hormones and chemicals: all of this is frustrating for anyone trying to maintain a Halal and healthy diet for themselves and their families. But don't give up!
The Council on Islamic Education is made up of scholars in the fields of history, religion, education and curriculum specialists and teachers. It works with textbook publishers during their development of new kindergarten to grade 12 history-social science teaching materials.
Students are routinely exposed in their classroom to new information and opinions, hence they tend to be more receptive to other beliefs and ideas. Bridges of understanding built and the friendships formed during the school years can go long way in achieving respect for all faith and cultures.