The fine scholar Michel de Certeau wrote: “Even more, in history as in other fields, one day or another a practice without theory will necessarily drift into dogmatism of ‘eternal values’ or into an apology for a ‘timelessness.’ Suspicion could never be extended over every theoretical analysis.” (The Writing of …
BBC InterviewI am sure the Muslim community the world over will welcome the resumption of umra visits, voluntary visits to the Muslim holy places in Makka and Madina, as announced by Saudi authorities. In my comments to the BBC I pointed out:
based on the safety measures adopted during the …
Published 10:18 AM ET Tue, 20 March 2018 Updated 1:12 PM ET Tue, 20 March 2018CNBC.com
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman markets himself as a domestic reformer with the ambition to unleash the potential of 32 million Saudi citizens.
His actions both at home and among his neighbors call into question whether he …
Can hardly wait to read new book "What is a Madrasa?" by @EbrahimMoosa – I don't know of any other book like it: http://t.co/N89iIWCQAg
— Dr. Ingrid Mattson (@IngridMattson) March 18, 2015
Prof Mattson is not only a great scholar but an extraordinary human being. Her enthusiasm and care …