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Separating Politics and Religion
Critics of Islam often conflate religious and political issues. With the emergence of Islamic political parties in the international spotlight, it has become increasingly important to recognize where religion ends and politics begin, and how social concerns are impacted by each.
Recognizing Islamic Culture
Representations of Islamic culture surround us, whether in the use of everyday objects or visual representation in our art and architecture. The historical roots of these influences can run deep, but are often unacknowledged.
Portraying Islam
Knowledge about unfamiliar cultures often comes first through mainstream media and film. How do these media shape non-Muslims' understanding of Islam?
Islam and Feminism
How are Islam and feminism compatible, and how has Islam's rich history influenced the roles of contemporary Muslim women?
Explaining Islam
Our experts explain basic but often misunderstood concepts of Islam, including differences in the religion's sects and how its practices are perceived by non-Muslims.
Emerging Democracies and Islam
As new governments are created out of the revolutions across the Middle East and North Africa, what role will Islam and Islamic political parties play?
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