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Islam in the World / Book Review : A very thorough 6 page review and discussion of Malise Ruthven's book entitled "Islam in the World." Covered are various fundamental tenets of the Islamic religion and way of life as well as historic & political issues, the distinctions between Arab and Muslim, and much more. Ruthven's book is the only source used. Islambok.wps

Islamic Alchemy : A 10 page research paper on the this early form of chemistry plus the mystical implications it held for its adherents as well as its influence on Western culture. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Alchemy.wps

Islam & The Baptism Of Europe : A 3 page essay on the relationship of the five pillars of Islam to the Baptism of Europe and the effect of Neoplatonism on the growth of both Islam and Christianity. One cited reference. Islam.wps

A Comparison of Islam and Christianity : This 9 page paper compares and contrasts the religious beliefs of Islam as compared to those of Christianity. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Islchris.wps

Islamic Liberation & The Meaning of Life : A 6 page paper on the Islamic religion. The writer describes what the Islamic religion is and emphasizes what the meaning of life is for Muslims. The paper also hints at why or why not Muslims are liberated. No Bibliography. Lifeman.wps

The Breakdown of Islamic Civilization : A short 4 page essay describing some of the historic socio-political events that led to the division of the Islamic empire and the creation of such a marked disparity between Arabs and Muslims. Described is the way that non-Arabs demanded religious legitimacy since it seemed so impossible to be suppressed by people who claimed to believe in the same brotherhood and unity ideals as them. No Bibliography. Islamciv.wps

Muslims & Mawlid / Should The Prophet’s Birthday Be Celebrated ? : An 8 page research paper which examines the controversy in the Muslim world as to whether or not the mawlid, a religious holiday in honor of the Prophet’s birthday should be celebrated. The writer gives a thorough discussion of the issues involved along with a brief look at other Islamic mawlid celebrations. Bibliography contains 5 sources. Mawlids.doc

Americans & Hui Muslims / A Cultural Comparison : A 6 page paper comparing and contrasting the culture of the Hui Muslims and that of Americans. Although the culture of America is far more complex an issue than that of the particular group of Chinese Muslims, a general comparison and contrast is involved, which illustrates that, even though there are scattered issues which illustrate different aspects, the majority of the issues illustrate vast similarities in the cultures. While this may be directly related to religion to some extent, the differences are, more than likely, attributable to the basic and essential qualities that are inherent in history and culture’s involvement in such. For individual cultures appear to follow a similar path in the evolution of their unique cultures. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Amhuimus.wps

The Hui Muslim Of China – A Culture Unlike Anything In The U.S. : This 7 page report discusses the Hui Muslims of northwest China. Muslim separatists want to recover or liberate the land they call "East Turkistan." Violence has broken out in what the Chinese government has referred to as "counter-revolutionary rebellion." There are some vague parallels between the Hui and the African American and Native American cultures of the U.S. that are very briefly mentioned. Bibliography lists 8 sources. Hui.wps

Hui Muslims: Their Culture Verses "Mainstream" American Culture : A 7 page exploration of the definition of culture as it relates to the Hui Muslims of China and the "mainstream" American culture. Proposes that the biggest difficulty in such an overview is the definition of "mainstream." Bibliography lists 4 sources. Huimusli.wps

Islam in Egypt vs. Nigeria : A 10 page research paper comparing Islam as it exists both politically and religiously in Egypt to Islam as it exists in Nigeria. A number of similarities and differences are drawn upon and cited throughout the report. Bibliography lists 7 comprehensive sources. Islamcom.wps

Islam To East And West By Khwaja Kamal-Ud-Din : A 5 page analysis of the book Islam to East and West by Khwaja Kamal-Ud-Din, who makes a persuasive argument on the superiority of the Islamic faith as well as its growth. Bibliography lists 1 source. Ud-din.wps

Women in Islam vs. Women in Hinduism : A 7 page paper comparing the lifestyles of these two groups of women. The writer explores the cultural and religious differeces and modern society's perceptions of their traditional roles. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Hinduisl.wps

Mariama Ba’s So Long a Letter / The Picture of Women in Islamic Culture : In Mariama Ba’s work So Long a Letter, Ba creates two central and strong female characters who contradict the standard role of women in African communities dominated by Islamic doctrines, like that of Senegal. This 3 page paper provides a concise overview of the elements in Ba’s novel that support this supposition. No additional sources cited. Basolo1.wps

Death & Dying As Treated In The Hindu & Islamic Religions : An 8 page paper comparing the issue of death and dying in the Hindu religion verses the Islam religion. Includes information on preparatory rites and the final disposition of the corpse as well as the behavior of the bereaved. Also includes information regarding the views of these two religions on suicide and euthanasia. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Hindis.wps

Islam and The Prophet Muhammad : A well-organized 7 page report on Islamic belief and the life & importance of Muhammad. The Prophet's role as God's messenger is discussed as are various issues concerning the meaning and purpose of Mecca, the Koran (Qu'ran) and more.. Bibliography lists 7 sources. Islammhd.wps

Muhammad : 6 pages in length. The writer discusses the life and teachings of Muhammad, the prophet instrumental for the spread of Islam. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Muhamm.wps

The Koran [Qu’ran] / An Overview : This 10 page paper explores the basic tenets of the Koran/Qur'an as followed by Muslims. Discussion includes the Prophet Mohammad, his revelations, the recording of the Prophet's messages and also his sayings, the basic principles of Islam and the basic actions the Muslim is expected to follow. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Koranq.wps

The Koran [Qur’an ]Vs. The Bible : A 5 page paper comparing these two Holy books of the Judeo-Christian and Islamic faiths. The writer concludes that while there are many points of correspondence, the same stories are used to make different points due to the unique character of the three faiths. Bibliography lists 5 sources. QuBible.wps

Religion And The Media : A 5 page research essay that explores the relationship between the many forms of the media and religion. How do journalists report about religious events or do they? Are journalists knowledgeable about religion? Where does the public gain its opinions about religion, faith and spirituality? These are the questions explored in this essay. The historical mistrust between religious leaders and the press is based on a number of issues which were revealed in a 1993 study. This writer argues that the media do, in fact, influence what people believe. Bibliography lists 4 sources. RelMed.wps

The Development of Islamic Modernism : 9 pages in length. An insightful essay on Islamic Modernism as it began in the 19th century preceded by movements to improve the political and economic situations of the Muslim world. The belief and works of Sayyid Jamal al-Din-Al-Afghani, Shaykh Muhammad 'Abduh, and Sayyid Ahmad Khan are discussed in great detail as are the various sociopolitical conditions and factors that facilitated their philosophies and movements. Bibliography lists 3 sources. Islamte2.wps

Mysticism, Saints, and Fana in Islam : A 5 page paper on the concept of mysticism in Islam. The writer describes how mysticism was begun by the Sufis and how the concept of Fana was articulated by three of its saints: al-bistami, al-junayd, and al-hallaj. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Islamf.wps

The Significance of Islam : This 5 page research paper traces the origins of the Islam religion and influence as a social, military and political power from its beginnings up until the 18th Century. Some comparisons are made between the establishment of Islamic empires and those established by the Christians in the New World. Bibliography lists 7 sources. Islamsig.wps

Islam in Tunisia : A well-written and thorough 12 page research paper on the role and significance of Islam in the African country of Tunisia. Discussed are popular & folk beliefs, political issues, and the way Islam in Tunisia has changed since the country gained her independence. Bibliography lists 9 sources. Islamtun.wps

The Basque Battle for Autonomy : A 25 page paper arguing the thesis that the Basques are still waging an uphill battle for autonomy, desired since 711 A.D., and nationalism formally requested in the 1980s. The paper is divided into sections on Basque origins; social formation and politics leading to the 19th Century; 19th Century, Franco, and the development of the ETA; recent political actions of the separatists and government (1970s-1988); and current developments. Bibliography lists 20 sources. Basques.wps

Comparison Of Christianity & Islam : In 7 pages, the author discusses the similarities and differences of Christianity and Islam. The two religions share many commonalties, but they have very different doctrines. No bibliography. Religio2.wps

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