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Huda's Islam Blog February 2005 Archive

By Huda, About.com Guide to Islam since 1998

Women in Saudi Arabia

Sunday February 27, 2005
In the About Islam Forum, we're talking about women's lives and rights in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Come join us! More: About Saudi Arabia

Where to Buy Islamic Clothing

Monday February 21, 2005
Many Muslims get their clothing from stores in the Muslim world, or sew their own. But the Internet is now allowing Muslims from all over the world ready access ... Read More

Today is the Day of 'Ashura

Saturday February 19, 2005
'Ashura is an ancient observance that is now recognized for different reasons and in different ways among Sunni and Shi'a Muslims.

Racism in Islam

Tuesday February 15, 2005
Islam professes equality among people, and encourages believers not to distinguish between people based on color, language, background, etc. Nevertheless, some Muslims do fall into the trap of stereotyping ... Read More

From the Islam Forum: Anti-Terrorism Campaign in Saudi Arabia

Saturday February 12, 2005
We talk about a lot of things in the Islam Forum -- women's rights, politics, terrorism, etc. The interfaith community discusses and questions matters of faith in an atmosphere ... Read More

Top Books: Islam in America

Friday February 11, 2005
Learn more about the history of Islam and Muslims in the United States. These books and resources give background, historical perspective, and information about the lives of early American Muslims, ... Read More

Islamic Year 1426 H.

Wednesday February 9, 2005
Gregorian date equivalence and upcoming holidays in Islamic year 1426 H. (2005-2006).

Islamic New Year 1426 H.

Tuesday February 8, 2005
The Islamic new year, 1426 H., begins later this week. Muslims do not traditionaly Muslims do not traditionally "celebrate" the beginning of a new year, but we do acknowledge the ... Read More

African-American Muslims

Wednesday February 2, 2005
During Black History Month, read more about the history and role of Islam in the African-American community. More: In Motion - The African-American Migration Experience, by the New York Public Library's ... Read More
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