Structures from the eighteenth century and earlier which have remained inhabited or are in public use are still standing firm. Churches and Mosques from the sixth century are still standing strong and still hold congregations. Consciousness are holding them together, not mortar and nails. Old ...
Christian nations are identified as those where most of the population identify as Christian (of whatever denomination). The richest were those with the highest real GDP in 2011 US dollars (‘real’ means adjusted for inflation) per person, using purchasing power parity (PPP...
designated 2007 as theYear of Mevlana, in honor of the 800th anniversary of the birth ofMevlana Jallaluddin Rumi, the 13th century spiritual master, poet and mystic. Readings, performances, and lectures were held around the world, from California to Amsterdam. In recent times, Rumi has been ...
A certified megacity and the European Capital of Culture, Istanbul is calling our names. First things first, marvel at the Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, and the breathtaking mosques. Next, peruse the stalls of the Grand Bazaar for the perfect kilim rug and jewelry fitted with locally mined bl...
In the UK, theMuslim Youth Helplinehas held the first ever Muslim Deaf Awareness day. A few mosques are beginning to cater to deaf congregants with the help of theMuslim Deaf Group(MDG). The MDG hosts an internet forum as well as monthly talks at mosques in London, Manchester, and Leeds...