A review of the video Holiday Myths, featuring Islamic scholar Abdullah Hakim Quick, focusing specifically on the historical and pagan-based origins of Valentine's Day.
August is here - it's time to buy the school supplies.
Once upon a time, a sharp pencil, and some paper and pens were enough to get your kids through at least elementary school. Today, the amount of supplies needed and their prices have skyrocketed.
Sr. Aneesah Nadir is Director of Social Services for the Arizona Muslim Family Health and Social Services in Tempe. Sound Vision interviewed her about the social issues and problems confronting Muslims in North America, as well as her own background in this field.
An American Muslim leader, Dr. Ingrid Mattson, asks: Who has the greatest duty to stop violence? American Muslims have generally been more critical of injustices committed by the American government than of injustices committed by Muslims. This has to change.
Now is the time for not just condemnation, but also comfort and reassurance in the face of this tragedy. We must not forget the tremendous support American Christians expressed for Muslims in the wake of September 11 and the subsequent harassment of Muslims. It is now our turn to reach out.