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Huda's Islam Blog January 2009 Archive

By Huda, About.com Guide to Islam since 1998

"Americans are not your enemy." - Obama

Tuesday January 27, 2009
President Obama chose the Arabic-language satellite station Al-Arabiya for his first TV interview since the election. Sitting down with host Hisham Melhem, Obama said that his "job to the ... Read More

Obama's Message to the Muslim World

Wednesday January 21, 2009
In his Inaugural Address, President Obama directed a few comments to listeners in the Muslim world. His words were refreshingly direct and no-nonsense: "To the Muslim world, we seek a ... Read More

Embracing Islam

Friday January 16, 2009
When a person makes the decision to embrace Islam as a faith and way of life, it is a life-changing event. The initial period as a new Muslim can ... Read More

Gaza: 5 Things You Can Do Now

Thursday January 8, 2009
1. Make du'a for the innocent victims of this ongoing conflict. Islam teaches that God listens to the cries of those who call on Him. 2. Respond to ... Read More

Day of 'Ashura

Thursday January 1, 2009
While people around the world ring in 2009 with celebrations, Shi'a Muslims are observing several days of mourning leading up to the Day of 'Ashura. The New York Times ... Read More
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