1999 Features
12/20/99 - Kids' Activities in Ramadan
Get ideas for entertaining and educating your children during Ramadan and Eid.
12/07/99 - The Ramadan Spirit
Amidst the commercialism of the "holiday season," Muslims prepare for a
season of fasting, sacrifice, and charity.
11/17/99 - Suicide?
Family members and other Muslims have a hard time believing that a pilot of
EgyptAir 990 crashed the plane on purpose. What is Islam's position on suicide?
11/07/99 - Adoption in Islam
Caring for an orphaned or abandoned child is a high honor in Islam. But the
legalities of Islamic adoption differ from the norm.
09/14/99 - Russia Bombings
Is "Islamic terrorism" an oxymoron? Muslims in Russia and
throughout the world condemn the bombings, while others place the blame.
09/03/99 - Muslim Baby Names
Expecting a baby? Wanting to choose a name with a good Islamic meaning?
A list of internet resources to help with your decision.
08/06/99 - Burger King Boycott
Islamic organizations call for a boycott against Burger King restaurants
worldwide.
07/09/99 - New Forum
Please visit the new Islam forum, hosted by your About.com Guide. Post your
questions, engage in discussion about Islam.
06/25/99 - Milad Un-Nabi
The birthday of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) - a time of celebration
or innovation?
06/13/99 - Prophets of Islam
Muslims believe that Allah has sent a series of prophets to instruct mankind
about faith and righteousness.
05/20/99 - God in Islam
Central to the faith of Islam is a belief in One Almighty Creator. Learn
more about the Islamic concept of God.
05/02/99 - Visitor Feedback
As this site continues to grow, we'd like to hear what you think of these pages,
and how we can serve you better.
04/16/99 - Islamic Bookstores
Buy Islamic books online! History, reference, comparative religion,
children's books, and more.
04/03/99 - Islamic Relief Organizations
Thousands of Muslim refugees stream from Kosova to neighboring countries.
These Islamic agencies are helping, and so can you!
03/24/99 - In Support of Air Strikes
Islamic organizations in North America and around the world have issued
statements of support for NATO airstrikes against Serbia.
03/19/99 - Mosque Vandalism
An arson attack at a Minneapolis mosque is the latest incident in a wave of
vandalism against mosques.
03/05/99 - The Hajj
A complete list of links and resources regarding the annual Islamic pilgrimage,
starting this year on or around March 25th.
02/08/99 - Islamic Funerals
King Hussein's death raises questions about medical ethics, Islamic funerals, and
grieving in Islam.
01/24/99 - Halal Food
What is in the food we eat? What ingredients are permissible for Muslims?
01/16/99 - Eid
Mubarak!
Virtual greetings at the end of Ramadan.
