January 10, 2012 – islamicate

Women

Being a Muslim and being a feminist are not mutually exclusive by Fatemeh Fakhraie – Common Ground News Service

islamoyankeeJanuary 10, 2012

Being a Muslim and being a feminist are not mutually exclusive by Fatemeh Fakhraie – Common Ground News Service. Ethos – the fundamental spirit that guides my faith– is more important to me than edicts, or strict dogma, and so when religious questions arise, I defer to big-picture themes. One of Islam’s major themes is that of equity and justice. The Qur’an details equitable divorce proceedings, fair treatment of orphans and just conduct when it comes to prisoners of war — situations that differ in details and circumstances in our modern times, but which are often fraught with unfairness and…

Inter-faith

Three Denver Muslims lead cheers for Tebow – Washington Times

islamoyankeeJanuary 10, 2012

Three Denver Muslims lead cheers for Tebow – Washington Times. This is the story of three sports-loving Muslim brothers and how they boosted the career of the NFL’s most famous Christian.

Media

Hollywood Writer Extols Black Woman’s Perspective : NPR

islamoyankeeJanuary 10, 2012

Hollywood Writer Extols Black Woman’s Perspective : NPR. One of the most powerful writers and producers in Hollywood is black, female, middle-aged and Muslim. Mara Brock Akil produces, along with her husband The Game — one of the biggest hit TV shows on cable. Last year, the couple collaborated on the film Jumping the Broom.

Religion

The Princess and the Commoner « alBostoni

islamoyankeeJanuary 10, 2012

The Princess and the Commoner « alBostoni. An Andalusian Princess in her Cordovan castle was told that a commoner was at the gates. “The same one your majesty, whom you never let in.” A mistress feeling pity for him pleaded that he be granted entrance, to which the princess replied: “There are people who come to be in my presence. There are those who come seeking sustenance. And there are those whom I must admit entrance, lest they feel abandoned and revolt against life and my family. But then there is this commoner who is perplexing. He comes neither for…