Tag: Islam
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Exploring the Intersection of Faith and Personal Expression: My Journey with Tattoos
Growing up as a Sunni Muslim, I was always taught that tattoos are strictly forbidden, or “haram.” This belief was ingrained as an absolute, leaving little room for personal interpretation. However, I’ve never been one to accept things at face value without questioning and seeking to understand deeper. In Islamic tradition, the prohibition against tattoos…
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Islamophobia – The Hidden Agenda of Western Corporatocracy
Here’s another scorching take. Today we’re peeling back the layers of a deeply entrenched issue: Islamophobia. Often reduced to simple bigotry or misunderstanding, the real roots of Islamophobia are far more complex and, frankly, insidious. It’s time we expose how Islamophobia is less about actual religious differences and more about powerful industries feeling threatened by…
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Hijab and Feminism – A Tale of True Empowerment
Let’s delve into the hotbed topic that never seems to cool down—hijab and feminism. In a world that claims to champion women’s rights and freedoms, why is the conversation so often skewed towards baring one’s body as the ultimate form of liberation? Let’s explore how the hijab can be considered a profound symbol of empowerment,…
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Justice and Reciprocity in Islamic Teachings
Let’s dive into some core teachings from Islam that resonate deeply within our current global landscape: Justice and reciprocity, encapsulated in the phrases, “What you did to others, shall be done unto you,” and “When you break someone, you shall be broken.” Islamic teachings emphasize balance and justice. At its heart is the concept of…
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Understanding Islam: A Personal Perspective
Today, I want to share my personal perspective on Islam—what it means to me, how it guides my life, and the beauty I find in its teachings. Islam is often misunderstood and misrepresented, but at its heart, it’s a profound and powerful way of life. Defining Islam: At its core, Islam means “submission”—submission to the will…
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Religion and Culture: The Confusion of Ethics and Morals
I’m a Lebanese guy who grew up Muslim but isn’t really practicing these days. Even so, I can’t just sit back and watch while people spread all this misinformation about Islam—the religion I studied and lived with from a young age. There’s a lot to unpack here, so let’s get real about it. First off,…