Professor's warning deters plans to publish Islam book Aug 11, 2008
"What I really strove to do with this book is to get women's voices into Islamic history," Jones said ... Shirazi also noted that the fiction in this novel had the potential to warp attitudes about Islam for those less-informed about Islamic history. (UT The Daily Texan)
* Al-Qaeda 'mad scientist' confirmed killed Aug 11, 2008
US intelligence agencies tracking al-Masri viewed him as frightening, said Brian Glyn Williams, an associate professor of Islamic history at the University of Massachusetts, who has just completed research for the US government on weapons of mass destruction. From the US government perspective, he was seen as a major threat. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Free Speech Jilted by Muhammad Romance Novel 'Warpath' Aug 8, 2008
Among them was Denise Spellberg, an associate professor of Islamic history at the University of Texas at Austin. According to the Journal, Spellberg read the novel and became "frantic," explaining, "You can't play with a sacred history and turn it into soft-core pornography.". (Townhall.com)
At Guantanamo, Hamdan defense tries to block agent's testimony Jul 31, 2008
Brian Glyn Williams, a professor of Islamic history at the University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth, described two largely separate Al Qaeda missions: supporting Islamic warriors and committing terrorist acts against enemy foreign states. Hamdan was recruited for the former because he lacked the will for carrying out attacks and, having only a fourth-grade education, wasn't capable of joining the elite sleeper cells prepped for overseas terrorist strikes, Williams said. (Los Angeles Times)
Foreign Jihadis Flock To Afghanistan Jul 19, 2008
Jihadist Web sites from Chechnya to Turkey to the Arab world featured recruitment ads as early as 2007 calling on the "Lions of Islam" to fight in Afghanistan, said Brian Glyn Williams, associate professor of Islamic history at the University of Massachusetts. Williams has tracked the movement of jihadis for the U.S. military's Combating Terrorism Center at West Point. (CBS News)
Jihad 'interested terror accused' Jul 16, 2008
" He said another reason for returning to the UK was to persuade members of his family to join him in Pakistan. 'Holy war' When Mr Khan's barrister Abbas Lakha QC asked him what his interests were, he replied: "Islamic history, jurisprudence, warfare - contemporary, historical and classical warfare - books on jihad in the past, jihad today. " He said his main interests were computers and religious studies. The prosecution says the contents of his luggage - which Mr Khan says he did not pack... (BBC News -- UK)
Spiritual Head of Millions of Muslims to Visit Canada Jun 24, 2008
"Every Ahmadi Muslim adult and child in Canada is waiting to catch a glimpse of his or her beloved Khalifa. We are extremely happy that the Head of the Worldwide Ahmadiyya Muslim Community will grace Canada with his presence. The Centenary of the Ahmadiyya Khilafat is an event that is unique in Islamic history. The Ahmadiyya Khilafat and its vision for peace is the only hope for Muslims in this world. It is this leadership that teaches us how to maintain and to live in accordance with our motto... (Canada Newswire)
No place to Hyde Park Jun 10, 2008
It's a warren of wonder aimed at "the discriminating readers of the Hyde Park community", according to its website, with an Islamic history section, a biochemistry section, but no mystery or romance shelves. How highbrow can you get. (Asia Times Online)
No Jihadis Here! May 2, 2008
Unfortunately, other illegitimate adherents of Islam, at least by Bush Administration standards, include some of the most prominent scholars of religious law in Islamic history -- many of whose writings remain influential in the Islamic world today. One Islamic jurist, Ibn Abi Zayd al-Qayrawani, declared that jihad is a precept of Divine institution -- and he didn t mean the struggle to avoid sin that the State Department envisions. (Human Events Online)
Survey Finds 98% Of Historians Consider Bush A 'Failure'... Apr 15, 2008
We have become in many ways "France in America (FIA). Jack Kinch(1uncle) of OK Apr 14, 2008 14:25:38 PM If approval rating is a factor in their determination, doesn't the current congress earn the title of 'worst congress ever'? How many democrats/historians believed that when the Republican congress was ousted in 06, that the approval ratings of a democratic led congress would actually fall further, to an all-time low? Last time there was a democratic congress, they drew up the resolution that... (The Drudge Report)
The plank in our own eye Apr 14, 2008
It is essential to study Islamic history alongside Western history in order to see that there are parallel interactions between the two which better explain the current problems within radical Islam. Studying the Muslim world in isolation causes Trifkovc to miss the true nature of Islamic extremism, which is political and economic discontent. (The Cavalier Daily, VA)
Famous Muslim philanthropist to visit Atlanta Apr 12, 2008
1959 graduate of Harvard with a degree in Islamic history. 49th Ismaili imam (religious leader) descended from Muhammad. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
5 comments Mar 22, 2008
Says Martinage, "Since the death of Muhammad in 632, Islamic history has been punctuated by many periods in which various heterodox sects have emerged and clashed violently with mainstream Muslims, as well as with the West." We are living through one of those periods. Whether Israel existed or not, these Islamic terrorists still would be with us. (Human Events Online)
A Palestinian Poll Mar 20, 2008
Says Martinage, "Since the death of Muhammad in 632, Islamic history has been punctuated by many periods in which various heterodox sects have emerged and clashed violently with mainstream Muslims, as well as with the West." We are living through one of those periods ... Says Martinage, "Since the death of Muhammad in 632, Islamic history has been punctuated by many periods in which various heterodox sects have emerged and clashed violently with mainstream Muslims, as well as with the West." We... (Townhall.com)
IRAN'S ISLAMIC OUTRAGE Mar 17, 2008
The claim that a state can be Islamic is false from a religious point of view and has no support in 15 centuries of Islamic history. There is no mention whatsoever of the state in the Koran. (New York Post -- Opinions)
Opinion: Iran's economy vote Mar 16, 2008
Khamenei's monotonous and calm recanting of Islamic history and the Prophet's teachings effortlessly flows into the realms of nuclear power, human rights and global injustices. He adds that he has no qualms with the ordinary people of other nations before starting on a long list of US and Israeli state atrocities against the downtrodden of the earth. (Aljazeera.Net)
Online Terrorists Prey on the Vulnerable Mar 15, 2008
They encourage women to carry out suicide attacks, for example, by posting biographies and testaments of female martyrs from Islamic history and modern times. They also promote jihad by citing various Fatwas on jihad and martyrdom, urging women to take an active role or at least support its fighters. (YaleGlobal Online Magazine, CT)
Overcrowded classes limit options for students Feb 29, 2008
Riefkohl's spring semester registration has also left him shut out of a Spanish film class and an Islamic history course. Currently he is taking French, Greek Philosophy and Environmental Science. (Middlebury College -- The Campus, VT)
Is Islam Itself the Enemy? Feb 27, 2008
The defenders of Islam point to a few peaceful and surprisingly diverse Muslim societies (Medieval Spain, or al-Andaluz, represents perhaps the most celebrated example) that contrast with the aggressive, convert-or-die approach that appears repeatedly in Islamic history ... The defenders of Islam point to a few peaceful and surprisingly diverse Muslim societies (Medieval Spain, or al-Andaluz, represents perhaps the most celebrated example) that contrast with the aggressive, convert-or-die... (Townhall.com)
Online petition asks Wikipedia to remove pictures of Muhammad Feb 6, 2008
Paul Cobb, who teaches Islamic history at the University of Notre Dame in Indian, said, "Islamic teaching has traditionally discouraged representation of humans, particularly Muhammad, but that doesn't mean it's nonexistent." He added, "Some of the most beautiful images in Islamic art are manuscript images of Muhammad.". The idea of imposing a ban on all depictions of people, particularly Muhammad, dates to the 20th century, he said. (International Herald Tribune)
Islamic New Year Message for Muslims and Non-Muslims Worldwide Jan 11, 2008
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Religious voiceThe bishop unafraid to confront controversial issues head-on Jan 7, 2008
Dr Nazir-Ali's school education was in Pakistan and he read economics, sociology and Islamic history at the University of Karachi, and theology at Fitzwilliam College and Ridley Hall, Cambridge. He holds both British and Pakistani citizenship and has been a member of the House of Lords since 1999, the first Asian religious leader to sit in the upper house. (BBC News -- UK)
University of Montana: Potential hire under scrutiny Jan 6, 2008
UM already has an entire program the Central and Southwest Asia Program which teaches Islamic history, religion and culture, Weix said. Duplicating services, she said, is not helpful when other campus programs and issues have long been clamoring for attention. (Missoulian, MT)
Arguing the Just War in Islam Jan 5, 2008
" No wonder a 20-something imam in the cosmopolitan West can feel utterly entitled to champion values straight out of tribal Arabia. To his credit, Kelsay refuses to whitewash the role of religion in fostering the violence he discusses. "Those who wish to argue that Islam has nothing to do with the attacks of 9/11 or with the tactics of Iraqi 'insurgents' will find no comfort here," he warns early on. Yet his analysis also respects the nuances of Shariah reasoning. Kelsay appreciates Islamic... (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Islamic-Veil Case in Tunisia Threatens Secular Struggle Over `Odious Rag' Jan 3, 2008
The hijab is spreading, and so are Islamic political movements,'' said Mohammed Fantar, a professor of Islamic history at Manar University in Tunis. Some governments feel threatened and think the two go hand-in-hand. (Bloomberg -- Europe)
On travels to Arkansas, Bhutto noted her interest in South Dec 28, 2007
She made a point to mention how Chelsea Clinton at the time studied the Koran and Islamic history. The former first daughter had accompanied mother Hillary Clinton on a 12-day tour of the Indian subcontinent the month before, including a visit to a mosque where she asked detailed questions about Islam. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Islam in Nigeria: Simmering tensions Nov 23, 2007
Those who say that Sharia is God's law are completely ignorant of Islamic history. For one there are multiple versions and interpretations of Sharia. (BBC News -- Africa)
EU identity needs help from Turkey Nov 9, 2007
net claims the number of Muslims in western Europe to be around 17 million, but the online edition of the Israeli newspaper The Jerusalem Post cites Hebrew University Islamic History Professor Raphael Israeli and his book The Third Islamic Invasion of Europe in which he notes that about 30 million Muslims currently live in Europe. See also: Lefkovic, Etgar, , The Jerusalem Post. (Asia Times Online)
The good role of the other religion Nov 4, 2007
The religious slogan "Nara-e-Takbeer, Allah-o-Akbar" rent the air as Islamic history was used to remind the 8000-odd Muslims present that the followers of Islam had always had to fight injustice and had always emerged victorious. Some speakers limited the history of this struggle to post-1947 India; and a few really provincial ones narrowed down the enemy to the Congress. (India Times, India)
Coulter's Inoffensive Remarks Oct 17, 2007
Throughout Islamic history, Muslims have applied Allah s command that all non-believers be given the opportunity to convert to Islam or face the sword. Jews and Christians (People of the Book), however, were given a third option -- to become dhimmis. (Human Events Online)
Prayer Meeting Emphasizes Respect for Women Oct 6, 2007
Salah referred to ancient Islamic history, citing the Queen of Sheba as one who embraced Islam and still continued to rule her country. Salah taught that throughout history, women have played an influential role in public and cultural affairs and their opinions should be held with as much regard as men's. (The Daily Universe, UT)
Should There Be A "War on Terror"? And Are We Winning That War? Oct 3, 2007
Given the enormous growth of Sunni Islamic fundamentalism since the end of the Soviet-Afghan war, given how easy it is for folks to travel to Iraq from all over the Middle East, given how important Iraq is in Islamic history, we should have seen tens of thousands of volunteers. We haven't. (New Republic)
How Fatah Primed Palestinians for Hamas Sep 14, 2007
The reason for this preference is that the momentous battles in Islamic history took place on its land [Al-Shaam includes Israel] and, its residents are found in a constant struggle with their enemies, and they are found in Ribat until Resurrection. The history testifies that: The battle of Al-Yarmuk decided the struggle with the Byzantines, and the battle of Hattin decided the struggle with the Crusaders, and the battle of Ein Jalut decided the struggle with the Mongols. (Townhall.com)
There's menace in Osama's message Sep 13, 2007
The September 7 speech was without lengthy quotations from the Quran, stories from Islamic history, or quotations from the Hadith. Interestingly, at the end of the talk he drew the attention of Christians to the similar beliefs that they and Muslims share regarding Jesus and his mother Mary, and railed against what he called "the fabrications of the Jews" against Mary. (Asia Times Online)
Bin Laden Fights to Stay Relevant Sep 8, 2007
Islamic history will remember Osama bin Laden as a bad Muslim. Islamic canon is formal: a Muslim leader must do everything he can within his power to prevent fitna civil war between Muslims. (TIME)
Inside the Beltway: Jews for Obama Sep 5, 2007
"Example: When, in the shell-shocked wake of 9/11, President Bush began his historically inaccurate and theologically absurd 'Islam is peace' offensive [-] which to this day relies on a willful ignorance of the johad ideology that has driven Islamic history for thirteen centuries [-] no voices of correction, no attempts at historical analysis coalesced into a school of thought that was admitted into the political mainstream, not even among pro-war, anti-PC conservatives. "Ultimately, I came to... (Townhall.com)
Caliphate campaign puts national unity at risk Aug 21, 2007
There are no authentic references in the Koran and the Sunnah or throughout Islamic history for Muslims to establish an Islamic state and enforce sharia as understood by some Muslims here today. The term of khalifah is only mentioned in Verse 30 of Sura Baqara, concerning the creation of humans on earth. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Editorial)
Islamic caliphate revival unnecessary, unrealistic Aug 10, 2007
The history of Muslim rulers, imams, sultans, or caliphs, is not a perfect history; Islamic history is not a history without dark sides of its actors; it contains glories and weaknesses, rises and falls, justice and exploitation, successes and crises, integration and conflicts. There is no guarantee that having caliphs solve all problems. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Editorial)
Interrupting a History of Tolerance Part I Aug 1, 2007
According to one leading Western scholar of Islamic history, Bernard Lewis, in contrast to Christian anti-Semitism, Muslim attitudes toward Jews historically did not include hate or fear, but rather a contempt expressed toward all non-believers. Unlike many European philosophers of the Enlightenment era who at one time or another gave vent to anti-Semitism, nothing comparable can be found in the writings of great philosophers of classical Islam. (YaleGlobal Online Magazine, CT)
The World's Worst Suicide Bombers? Jul 29, 2007
That's the conclusion of U.S. academic Brian Glyn Williams, an assistant professor of Islamic history at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth. In a fascinating recent published on the website of conservative think tank The Jamestown Foundation, Williams analyzes the success rate of suicide attacks in Afghanistan over the past two years. (Time.com)
A secular state for a better Muslim society Jul 26, 2007
You wouldn't find any reference to Islamic state and codification of sharia throughout Islamic history until the mid 19th century during the Ottoman dynasty. How should Muslims in Indonesia deal with the pro-sharia movement. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia)
Researchers say Muslim historyincludes cooking human victims Jul 19, 2007
The researcher said this specific information comes from Ibn Kathir's history book, "al Bidayah wa-Nihaya," but the story is common to Islamic history books if they include a reference to Mohammed ibn Abu Bekre ... "It is absolutely true [that the events are part of Islamic history].". (WorldNetDaily)
Uganda: Celebrating 50 Years Under His Highness Karim Aga Khan Jul 11, 2007
With the passing of his grandfather, Prince Karim Aga Khan, then a 20-year-old student of Islamic History at Harvard, became the leader of a community of millions of Ismaili Muslims ... He graduated from Harvard University in 1959 with a BA Honors Degree in Islamic history. (AllAfrica.com)
Teachers fail pupils from wrong sect Jul 9, 2007
Each year about 50,000 children sit the final Bakaloria exam, which covers Islamic history, Arabic, English, mathematics, physics, chemistry and biology. To pass, they need to achieve an average mark of 50 per cent or higher. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
* Do business and Islam mix? Yes, if you are the Aga Khan Jul 8, 2007
Upon his death in 1957, Shah Aga Khan's will instructed that his son (the current Aga Khan's father), Aly Khan, be passed over in favor of his grandson, Prince Karim, who was studying Islamic history at Harvard at the time. That the Aga Khan attended secular universities, wore Western dress and espoused Western values reflected his sect's historical need to adapt to varying cultures. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Al Qaeda Deputy Calls For Stronger Terror Network Jul 6, 2007
Al-Zawahiri appeared in the video first reported by IntelCenter and SITE, two U.S.-based groups that monitor militant messages wearing a white robe and turban and, as he often does, took a professorial tone, making points by citing Islamic history and by showing clips of experts speaking on Western and Arabic media. He denounced Egypt, Jordan and Saudi at length. (CBS2Chicago.com, IL)
Family say suspect influenced by Iraqi cleric Jul 5, 2007
Al-Qubeisi, who has a regular television show on Dubai television, spoke of suicide bombing in 2004 telling viewers "those who commit martyrdom operations who are, by Allah, the greatest martyrs in Islamic history". Dr Abdulla was also deeply angered by the war in Iraq, the family said, and he had been delighted to be able to flee the country. (Guardian Unlimited)
Conference reconciles Islam with contemporary issues - 20,000 Muslims to celebrate Canada day at Conference on July 1st, 2007 Jul 1, 2007
Other lectures were of a theological nature, including a discussion on the wisdom of the use of metaphor in the Holy Bible and the Holy Qur'an as well as modern interpretations of key events in Islamic history. Canadians from all walks of life interested in learning more about Islam and overcoming misconceptions regarding Muslims are attending this event. (Canada Newswire)
Our readers speak Jun 30, 2007
" Obviously, Faith has absolutely no understanding of Islam, and hasn't read one credible inch of Islamic history. She doesn't differentiate between Sunni or Shia, of which there are significant theological differences. She doesn't know that there is a difference between Arabs and Persians, let alone terrorists and insurgents. She foists Hal Lindsey as her credible source of information! Mr. Linsey is neither a historian, nor a researcher. He writes fictional tales based on his beliefs ground in... (Montana Standard, MT)
Editor's mailag: Why we grow grass seed here Jun 26, 2007
W Nelson wrote on Jun 24, 2007 7:47 PM:" This is not about Christian history...which I will not deny, this is not a comparison between Christianity and Islam nor is this about the Muslims in Corvallis. This is about the Quran, Hadith, and Islamic history. It amazes me (AMAZED) that Western scholars, liberals and media keep trying to make apologies for this. Take the time to read the Quran and Hadith and visit Wahabbi websites, or memri.org...or just watch the news. (My apologies to Dr Goodwin... (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
The road back to Damascus Jun 26, 2007
During a weeklong visit in May during which I explored the Old City of Damascus (including its proliferating nightclubs), the Silk Road bazaars of Aleppo and the ruins of ancient Palmyra unexpected welcomes seemed to erupt from every corner of this ancient nation of Bronze Age, Classical, Biblical and Islamic history. No matter where I was or whom I encountered, local greetings were never long in coming. (International Herald Tribune)
Islamic militants Jun 11, 2007
Illustration by Bejar for The New York Times. Published: June 10, 2007. (International Herald Tribune)
Golan's Druse Wary of Israel and Syria Jun 4, 2007
"They know that their political future is in Syria, but as long as they are under Israeli rule they want to be on good terms," Yitzhak Reiter, a professor of Middle East and Islamic history at Hebrew University in Jerusalem, said of the Druse. "They are very realistic.". (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Iraq's Sadrists follow Hezbollah's path May 26, 2007
Whereas the latter was widely considered a genius (he had been writing and lecturing on Islamic history and doctrinal matters since the age of 10) and a master theoretician and ideologue, the latter was much more of an activist cleric with a strong attachment to the tribal elements of Iraqi Shi'ism. Indeed, Sadiq al-Sadr's main contribution to the school of Shi'ite theology was his controversial Fiqh al-Asha'ir (Tribal Jurisprudence). (Asia Times Online)
Opium at the British Library May 19, 2007
He obtained his DPhil in Islamic history from Oxford University and is the author of Rumi: Kingdom of Joy (2001) and Saladin (2007). This article is distributed by the Common Ground News Service (CGNews) and can be accessed at www. (Asia Times Online)
Al-Qaeda Loses an Iraqi FriendExclusive: A top Sunni cleric denounces the terror group's vision for Iraq, but has no time for Bush's plans, either May 16, 2007
He has given religious sanction to some of the insurgency's more controversial tactics, such as kidnapping and killing foreigners, citing precedents from Islamic history. In the past, Harith al-Dari and other AMS figures have given at least tacit backing and occasionally open support to al-Qaeda, believing the terror group would help the Sunni insurgency achieve its goal of driving American forces from Iraq. (Time.com)
Pakistan gains from Taliban split May 9, 2007
down in Islamic history as a decisive victory attributable to divine intervention and the genius of Mohammed. In this century's version of the battle, more than 30,000 youths have been trained in the Pakistani tribal areas of North and South Waziristan as cannon fodder in a struggle that the Taliban believe will be the key turning point against foreign occupation forces and the Taliban's opponents in Kabul. (Asia Times Online)
U.S. Muslims Strive For Sectarian Peace May 8, 2007
"There's never really been a very strong ecumenical movement in Islamic history that has really tried to forge understanding. Maybe this is the beginning o 000021E6 f it." ... "There's never really been a very strong ecumenical movement in Islamic history that has really tried to forge understanding," he said. (CBS News -- US)
The focus on religious difference is what is widening the gap May 1, 2007
As well, the names young Muslims give to their children are more closely related to figures from Islamic history as compared with their own, which are derived from their ethnicity. The most compelling explanations for this come from Britain, where psychologists have studied second- and third-generation youth from Bangladeshi and Pakistani households. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
How I de-fanged Alan Wolfe Apr 30, 2007
The Enemy at Home is based on a study of how America and the West are viewed through the prism of Islamic history and by the leading thinkers of contemporary Islam. Criticism is welcome, but a minimal familiarity with Islam might be helpful here. (Townhall.com)
Apes, Pigs and Anti-Semitism Apr 26, 2007
Robert Spencer, a scholar of Islamic history, theology, and law and the director of. He is the author of six books, seven monographs, and hundreds of articles about jihad and Islamic terrorism, including and the New York Times Bestseller. (FrontPage Magazine)
Four Chicago faculty members are named Guggenheim fellows Apr 13, 2007
Fred Donner, a scholar of early Islamic history, will use his Guggenheim fellowship to closely examine Arabic papyri from the first Islamic century (seventh century A.D.) to illuminate changes in Islamic political vocabulary. Donner has done extensive research on the role of pastoral groups in Near Eastern societies and in early Islamic history ... He has authored two monographs on early Islamic history: The Early Islamic Conquests and Narratives of Islamic Origins: The Beginnings of Islamic... (Univeristy of Chicago Chronicle, IL)
Fisk: Bush's Baghdad Plan Apr 13, 2007
" FM 3-24: America's new masterplan for Iraq FM 3-24 comprises 220 pages of counter-insurgency planning, combat training techniques and historical analysis. The document was drawn up by Lt-Gen David Petraeus, the US commander in Baghdad, and Lt-Gen James Amos of the US Marine Corps, and was the nucleus for the new US campaign against the Iraqi insurgency. These are some of its recommendations and conclusions: In the eyes of some, a government that cannot protect its people forfeits the... (Zmag.org)
America's Plan for Baghdad Divide and Rule Apr 11, 2007
" FM 3-24: America's new masterplan for Iraq FM 3-24 comprises 220 pages of counter-insurgency planning, combat training techniques and historical analysis. The document was drawn up by Lt-Gen David Petraeus, the US commander in Baghdad, and Lt-Gen James Amos of the US Marine Corps, and was the nucleus for the new US campaign against the Iraqi insurgency. These are some of its recommendations and conclusions: * In the eyes of some, a government that cannot protect its people forfeits the right... (Ocnus.net)
New Translation Prompts Debate on Islamic Verse Mar 26, 2007
The whole idea is not to punish her,; said Ingrid Mattson, an expert in early Islamic history at the Hartford Seminary and the first woman to be president of the Islamic Society of North America. It is like a fear of sexual impropriety, that the husband takes these steps to try to bring their relationship to where it is supposed to be. (Foster's Daily Democrat)
