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Senseless shootings violate Islamic faith
What this unfortunate Army major did was against the laws of Islam, even though news accounts said he was an observant Muslim. It is too early to understand his motivations and mental stability. He obviously was violating his faith when he undertook this act. Killing is as much a sin in Islam as it is in Christianity, Judaism and all the major religions. Taking the law into one's own hands is against Islamic teachings.
By Feisal Abdul Rauf | November 6, 2009; 03:18 PM ET | Comments (8)
A Nobel Message to America
In choosing Obama for the Nobel Prize, the committee chose hope over despair. They chose the ideals of the United States over cynicism. And they chose to support a young, visionary leader at a crucial moment in world history when so much can be gained or so much can be lost.
By Feisal Abdul Rauf | October 10, 2009; 08:19 AM ET | Comments (12)
Religion Must Be Part of Afghan Solution
We must understand that Islam itself is not the enemy - only the misguided interpretation of Islam on one hand and the incomplete application of its principles that has led to corruption and insecurity on the other.
By Feisal Abdul Rauf | October 6, 2009; 11:51 PM ET | Comments (29)
Six Lashes for Drinking Beer?
Neither the Quran nor the Hadith invokes a penalty for alcohol consumption. The sin of consuming alcohol is described in the Quran in the mildest language of prohibition.
By Feisal Abdul Rauf | July 29, 2009; 01:10 PM ET | Comments (2)
Muslim Holidays Make Sense for NYC Schools
New York City is one of the most important cities in the world. Recognizing these holidays would send a message to Muslim countries that the United States is not only one nation under God, as we say, but also that our religious diversity is our strength.
By Feisal Abdul Rauf | July 8, 2009; 09:51 AM ET | Comments (87)
A Modest Proposal
Imagine what would happen if a top fashion model walked down the runway in a Hermes-designed burqa, or if Muslim women could vie for the latest French designs of their hijab?
By Feisal Abdul Rauf | June 25, 2009; 01:04 PM ET | Comments (27)
What Obama Should Say about Iran's Election
Obama should say his administration respects many of the guiding principles of the 1979 revolution -- to establish a government that expresses the will of the people; a just government, based on the idea of Vilayet-i-faqih, that establishes the rule of law.
By Feisal Abdul Rauf | June 19, 2009; 04:06 PM ET | Comments (5)
Obama's Challenge to the Muslim World
The historic significance of President Obama's speech to the Muslim world in Cairo cannot be overstated.
By Feisal Abdul Rauf | June 5, 2009; 11:32 AM ET | Comments (258)
Obama's Opportunity in Cairo
As an Egyptian by parentage, a U.S. citizen by choice, a Muslim by faith and an imam at the mosque that is but 12 blocks from Ground Zero in New York City, I am pleased that my president, Barack Hussein Obama, is addressing the Muslim world Thursday from my hometown of Cairo.
By Feisal Abdul Rauf | June 2, 2009; 05:07 PM ET | Comments (10)
How Islamic Law Can Work
Rather than fear Shariah law, we should understand what it actually is. Then we can encourage Muslim countries to make the changes that achieve the essence of fairness and justice that are at the root of Islam.
By Feisal Abdul Rauf | April 23, 2009; 08:16 AM ET | Comments (141)
Obama Declares End of "Clash of Civilizations"
President Obama understood what his Muslim audience needed to hear to begin to dissipate the phony notion that the Muslim world and the West are embraced in an irreconcilable "Clash of Civilizations."
By Feisal Abdul Rauf | April 15, 2009; 02:54 PM ET | Comments (23)
Obama vs. Osama in Muslim World
In Turkey, President can counter bin Laden's hate, show values shared by West and Islam.
By Feisal Abdul Rauf | March 27, 2009; 04:50 PM ET | Comments (21)
Parsley's Mindset Not All That Needs to Change
The persistent and pervasive perception on the Muslim street is that America has its sights set on the Islam – and people like Parsley only reinforce this fear. Renouncing Parsley is important, but a more fundamental shift must follow if the new American president is to be taken seriously.
By Feisal Abdul Rauf | April 4, 2008; 01:30 PM ET | Comments (11)
Archbishop of Canterbury was Right
The recent and controversial call by Dr. Rowan Williams, Archbishop of Canterbury, primate of the Church of England and spiritual leader of 80 million Anglicans, for incorporation of Sharia law into British law will not be the last utterance in favor of Islamic law. Nor should it be.
By Feisal Abdul Rauf | March 13, 2008; 11:42 AM ET | Comments (1)
Early Warning System for Xenophobia
Feisal Abdul Rauf | The Dutch, learning from recent debacles over Danish cartoons and Sudanese teddy bears, are preparing to preempt an anti-Muslim film.
By Feisal Abdul Rauf | March 5, 2008; 03:36 PM ET | Comments (33)
