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Archive: July 2007
They Spoke; We Listened and Learned
The most surprising thing we learned is how many Muslim organizations already are trying to combat violence and views that Islam is a violent religion.
By Sally Quinn and Jon Meacham | July 31, 2007; 8:05 AM ET | Comments (35)
M-A-R-T-Y-R M-O-U-S-E
For a fourteen-year-old, to aspire to be just an accountant is shameful, a betrayal. To be a martyr is the ultimate goal.
By Hanna Rosin | July 30, 2007; 9:57 AM ET | Comments (154)
The Islam of History
How ironic that today, Islam is perceived by many as reactionary, anti-intellectual, intolerant and violent -- when for much of its history Muslim culture led the world in intellectual achievement, progressive social policy and religious tolerance ... certainly relative to...
By Michael Hamilton Morgan | July 30, 2007; 7:21 AM ET | Comments (41)
The Faith of a Muggle
The Harry Potter books help children realize that there is good and evil in this world and you should not remain passive in the face of cruelty but name it.
By Susan Brooks Thistlethwaite | July 19, 2007; 9:48 AM ET | Comments (135)
Was Jesus Religious?
The On Faith site says it's a conversation about religion. I ask: "Was Jesus religious?" Some respond with that no-brainer: "Is the Pope Catholic?" My question about Jesus is not so easily dismissed. Jesus responded to his critics by asserting...
By Eric Chaffee | July 13, 2007; 10:34 AM ET | Comments (34)
Aga Khan a Man of Vision, Inspiration
The Aga Khan has emphasized that his work for mercy, compassion and dignity emerge directly from his commitment to Islam.
By Eboo Patel | July 11, 2007; 9:23 AM ET | Comments (94)
Pagans Can't Be Pegged
How can I explain Wicca to readers when Wiccans don’t seem to agree among themselves?
By Alan Cooperman | July 6, 2007; 12:38 PM ET | Comments (503)
Calendar at Sixes and Sevens
Three sevens don't carry nearly the symbolic punch of three consecutive sixes, which have long represented the Antichrist.
By On Faith producer David Waters | July 6, 2007; 7:28 AM ET | Comments (2)
It's Good To Be King
David's a fabulous king—victory abroad, and a fantastic domestic policy at home. He "delivered justice and equity to all his people."
By David Plotz | July 5, 2007; 10:23 AM ET | Comments (40)
Gods and Goddesses Bless America, Too
Paganism may not be the religion of our grandfathers, but the new versions are rooted in the beliefs of our pre-Christian ancestors.
By Diana L. Paxson | July 4, 2007; 10:23 AM ET | Comments (48)
Why I Believe
My upbringing says, “Don’t talk politics or religion at dinner parties, or anywhere else, if you can avoid it.” Faith mixes awkwardly with the news/entertainment media.
By Sam Waterston | July 2, 2007; 10:56 AM ET | Comments (592)
