Week 21: Muslims around the world

Host: Ahmed Khalil

Discussion:

– Is US-Israel Honeymoon Over? [IslamOnline.net]

– Mogadishu’s Chaos: Is There an End? [IslamOnline.net]

– The Representative of Minnesota’s 5th congressional district, Keith Ellison, says, “And I think that the Muslim community should not only focus on itself. It should focus on itself somewhat, but it shouldn’t only focus on itself. It should be a force for good for all. And, because if you are not about that, you can call yourself a Muslim, but are you really?” [IslamOnline.net]

– My Daily Trip to Baghdad Morgue [IslamOnline.net]

– Faith At a Check Point [IslamOnline.net]

Nasheed:

Sami Yusuf – Ya Mustafa

Yusuf Islam & Raihan – Seal of the Prophets

Yusuf Islam & Abdullatif Whiteman – Mother, Father, Sister, Brother

Raihan – Ya Nabi Salamun Alaika

Al-hamdulilah (nasheed)

Ya Elahy (nasheed)

Sami Yufus – Al-Mu’allim

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Safar 15 – Islamic Black History

Host: Ahmed Khalil

Discussion:

As the title of today’s show suggests we’re going to talk about black history from an Islamic perspective. Before we delve into this we need to think about if this is something that merits a Muslim perspective. The reality is that not only did Islam teach us about equality of all human beings regardless of their colour, which would be merit enough to give this topic some dedicated air time. But also, unfortunately racism and prejudice is still very much a Jaahily relic that manifests itself in the attitudes, actions, and words of many Muslims until this day. This of course has nothing to do with what Islam teaches us. In fact the prophet peace be upon him would condone the racist statements that early Muslim converts would utter in reference to the first Muathin of the Muslims who was of East African Decent.

The History of Islam in Africa (by Sulayman Nyang):

How Islam Made it’s way to North America in modern history: 30% of African slaves were Muslim.

Here is a documentary narrated and hosted by Dr. Abdullah Hakim Quick entitled Ethiopia an Islamic History.

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Safar 8 – Things You Can Do For Islam in 2009 + Getting on the right track to your goals + supporting Muslims: I’m not talking about the Shawarma place + Muslim creativity

HOST: Omar (Mafro) and Ahmed Khalil

Discussion:

Realize Our Goal in life:
Altaf Husain [IslamOnline.net|1:00-9:00]

6 Things You Can Do For Islam in 2009: [sound vision] One way to realise your goals and dreams is simply to write down your goals and revisit them regularly. Here’s a nice form and a spread sheet [Free Download] that will help making that easy.

[Small Deeds | Native Deen]

Support Muslims how are doing good around the world: IOL MUSLIM STARS VOTE for your Muslim Star.

[Allah Knows | Zain Bhikha & Dawud Wharnsby Ali]

Support Muslim Papers, Writers, Artists, Photographers, Bloggers, Film Producers, and of course Radio:
Native Deen:

The Muslim Film Festival: (MFF) is dedicated to supporting established and emerging filmmakers worldwide. We provide a platform to share their artistic expressions by screening works that celebrates the diversity and mosaic of Muslim culture.
With a focus on dynamic, visionary independent cinema, MFF aims to bring communities together to support these artists and unite in celebration. MFF believes in the talent, support, development, celebration, preservation and network of Muslim independent filmmakers, screenwriters, actors, video producers, television, digital media and visual artists.
Festival programs foster pride and creativity in the community; strengthens the Muslim identity; provides a forum for diverse discussions; offers a unique venue for minority and marginalized independent artists; and encourages artists to present films/videos that reflect their culture. [MFFusa.org]

Nasheed: www.MountainOfLight.com and MuslimHipHop.com

Muslim Photographers: We spoke with Br. Peter Sanders just over  a year ago about his experience with photography and had a few thoughts from him about this hobby/career. [Our interview with Peter Sanders|MP3]

Comedy:

Fisibilillah Discount: [UmmahFilms.com]

Your Moment of Zen Alhamdulillah for Islam!

US Army has the highest rate of suicide since Vietnam. [VOANews.com]
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