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Go topBy: Ghassan Rubeiz / Arab America Contributing Writer The war on Iran brings to mind India’s most troubled days. In uniting a fractured subcontinent, Mahatma Gandhi’s most powerful instrument was not military force but an unwavering commitment to religious tolerance and a deep reverence for India’s spiritual diversity. That ecumenical vision — the belief that … Continued
By Robert Jackson/Arab America Contributing Writer The first overseas trip by a pope is always an important one. Pope Leo XIV’s trip to Turkey, Lebanon, and the destinations within reflects the priorities of his papacy. His itinerary included interfaith ceremonies, visiting holy sites, meeting heads of state, and of course, greeting the people crowding to … Continued
By Jake Harris / Arab America Contributing Writer Thanksgiving in the United States is totally ingrained in the nation’s cultural fabric. Known for Apple Pie, Turkey, Stuffing, Football, Family. Unlike other major holidays in the United States like Christmas, and Easter, there isn’t a particular religious affiliation with the holiday like the others. Thanksgiving presents … Continued
By: Laila Mamdouh / Arab America Contributing Writer In today’s fast-moving political debates, the word “antisemitism” is everywhere. It’s hurled in arguments, defended against in news cycles, and wielded as a charge in social media disputes. But pause for a moment: do we actually know what “Semitism” even means? Is it a religion? A race? … Continued
By: Laila Mamdouh / Arab America Contributing Writer Arabic poetry has long served as a mirror for Arab identity, thought, and beauty. From its early days in the harsh deserts of the Arabian Peninsula to its flowering in the cosmopolitan courts of Baghdad under Abbasid rule, Arabic verse has evolved with each shift in culture … Continued
By: Laila Mamdouh / Arab America Contributing Writer When I had the chance to visit the Coptic Museum in Fustat for a course on Egyptian History, I was immediately drawn to its unique setting and architectural presence. Nestled in the heart of Old Cairo and the Religious Complex, the Coptic Museum’s exterior immediately draws the … Continued
By: Layla Mahmoud / Arab America Contributing Writer In recent years, a shift has emerged among Gen Z Arabs in the West as many explore spirituality beyond traditional religious practices. From various religious interpretations to mindfulness, these trends prompt us to consider deeper questions about identity, belonging, and belief in a rapidly changing world. Layla … Continued
By: Jake Harris / Arab America contributing writer Islam and the Arab world have a long, shared religious bond going from the Kaaba at Mecca to the Moroccan coast bordering the Atlantic Ocean. Something seldom touched on in Western education is the Arab World before the revelations of the Prophet. It is important to remember … Continued
By: Ghassan Rubeiz / Arab America Contributing Writer As a young man, I never imagined leaving my homeland behind: for me, Lebanon was the place to be. True, there was considerable corruption; we took explicit sectarian power sharing for granted. However, there were abundant freedoms, including worship, politics, business, education, and cultural expression. I had, perhaps … Continued
Your Holiness, On behalf of the Holy Land Christian Ecumenical Foundation (HCEF), its President, Board of Directors, and the devoted Palestinian Christian community, I extend our warmest and most heartfelt congratulations on your election as the Supreme Pontiff of the Holy Catholic Church. We lift our prayers with joy and reverence, asking the Lord to … Continued
By: Ghassan Rubeiz / Arab America Contributing WriterAs the Vatican prepares to elect a new pope, I want to emphasize the importance of interfaith dialogue in the search for the future leader of the world’s 1.4 billion Catholics. The need for better understanding between religions has never been more urgent. In the United States, religious fundamentalism … Continued
By: Ralph I. Hage / Arab America Contributing Writer The Armenians of the Arab world form one of the region’s oldest and most enduring diasporas. With a history spanning centuries, the Armenians have contributed significantly to the cultural, economic, and social development of several Arab countries while maintaining their unique heritage. From Lebanon and Syria … Continued
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