Recognising Other-ism
The noun ‘Orientalism’ describes a whole edifice erected by the West with the express purpose of creating ‘images of the Other’ who, in turn, ‘Help […] to [...]
Muslims
Joining forces to bring about world peace
Living as we do in a world of instant communication, not a day passes by in which we do not hear, read or watch news about a conflict somewhere which leaves many [...]
Allamah Tabatab’i Award (ATAward)
In this day and age education level of the young members of the community has crucial and decisive role for the future of that community and society. In order to succeed in [...]
Art – Sound
“Some days you want to be in the world, but can’t quite seemingly be part of its cruelty and injustices. Crowded with strangers, you look for external architectures of [...]
Robert Edward Hart’s intriguing collection of Islamic manuscripts
Islamic civilisation has produced artefacts in a multiplicity of forms. These have attracted European collectors across the ages, shines a light on a small but fascinating [...]
The Travel of the believers
I take off at every opportunity I can, be it with family, friends or alone, exploring, photographing and documenting interesting stuff in exotic destinations and [...]
Free speech and Islam the dilemma for Muslims
The horrific murder of French journalists has prompted me to reflect on the meaning of freedom of speech for Muslims among themselves and in their relationships with [...]
