Internet Resources for Learning about Islam and Muslims
General, Introductory Sites
Resources for Studying the Qur'an
Faith and Practice of Islam
Islam in the United States
Resources for Muslim-Christian Dialog
Other Recommended Resources
General Introductory Sites
Islam Resources
A brief introduction to Islam for Christians from the Division for
Global Mission of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA).
The page includes a link to principles from the Qur'an important for
understanding Islam.
About Islam and American Muslims
From CAIR (Council on American-Islamic Relations).
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Frequently Asked Questions about Islam
This booklet has been prepared by Shahid Athar, MD, to counteract
misrepresentations of Islam in media.
Islamic Affairs
Division: The Religion of Islam
Provided by the Embassy of Saudi Arabia in Washington, D.C., this
site provides a basic introduction to Islam. Click "Request" to
receive a free Qur'an or other printed material on Islam.
IslamOnline.net
According to its manager's introduction, this site aims to present a
unified and lively Islam that keeps up with modern times in all
areas. The primary strength of the site is its information
regarding contemporary Muslim views on various issues around the
world.
IslamiCity
This "global Muslim e-community" provides an amazing amount of
original content and links to a vast number of sites with
information on Islam. Check out the "Mosque & Religious" section
for a great deal of reliable information regarding Muslim faith and
practice.
ReligiousTolerance.org — Islam
The site provides a sympathetic introduction to Islam as well as
several other resources. Among these resources are a
joint Senate/House resolution promoting religious tolerance
towards Muslims and their
collection of essays written in response to the Sept. 11
attacks.
Muslim Family
Network
Lively collection of links to various resources for people with
varying levels of experience with Islam.
Glossary of Islamic Terms and Concepts
A continuously updated site maintained by the Muslim Student
Association at the University of Southern California.
Islamic Studies Resources
For those who need more technical information, this site from
Academic Info provides it. Chosen as
Prodigy's Religion Site of the Month for October, 2001, the site
treats a number of topics (including Islamic law, women in Islam and
Arabic study) in a clear, concise manner.
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Resources for Studying the Qur'an
Qur'anic Resources from IslamiCity.com
This resource page includes an introduction to the text of the
Qur'an, audio recitations (a highly prized art in the Islamic world)
and interpretations in numerous languages.
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Faith and Practice of Islam
Sunnah and Hadith
This resource from the Muslim Student Association at the University
of Southern California provides a thorough introduction to the
science of studying the traditions, customs and sayings of Muhammad.
Introduction to the Articles and Pillars of Islam
Welcome to Submission
"Your best source for Islam (submission) on the Internet"
Islamic Art, Architecture and Music Around the World
A wonderful set of links to informative resources regarding the
artistic expression of Islam.
The Noble Sanctuary
The Online Guide to the Haram al-Sharif in Jerusalem as well as
other Islamic architecture in Jerusalem.
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Islam in the United States
Fact Sheet: Islam in the United States details basic statistics
of the Muslim community in the United States.
Islam in the United States — A Tentative Ascent. This interview
with Yvonne Haddad (a renowned scholar in the study of North
American Islam) considers the condition of Muslims in the United
States.
CAIR (Council
on American-Islamic Relations)
Reliable source of information regarding the perspective of Muslims
in America and around the world. Current features include reports
on airline passenger profiling and anti-Muslim incidents.
A
Congressional Resolution Acknowledging American Muslims was
passed in 1999 to promote religious tolerance toward Muslims.
Click here for a summary of hate crimes in the United States
perpetrated against Muslims and their mosques.
Who is that Veiled Woman?
"There are now more Muslims in the United States then
Presbyterians—and (surprise!) half of them are women." An article by
Pat McDonnell Twair published in
Sojourners Magazine.
The best way to learn about Islam in the United States is to be
visit a mosque or Islamic center in your area. To find one that's
close, go to
Islamic Finder and enter your ZIP code. Since some mosques are
more open to visitors than others, phone ahead to ask permission to
visit.
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Resources for Muslim-Christian Dialog
Links to Christian-Muslim and Interreligious Dialog
A page of links to dialog groups and projects created and maintained
by Oddbjørn Leirvik, a research associate and project director for
Interreligious Studies at the Faculty of Theology (Det teologiske
fakultet), University of Oslo. Be sure to check out his
home
page for even more information.
A Dialogue On Campus
This article, written by David Schmidt (chaplain of the Wesley
Foundation and director of United Campus Ministries of Northern
Illinois University, DeKalb, Illinois), offers reflections on
Muslim-Christian dialog following the Gulf War.
Is Islam the Enemy?
"How Christians and Muslims navigate the road ahead will have
profound consequences for both communities—and for the world." An
article by Charles Kimball, professor of religion and chair of the
department of religion at Wake Forest University, published in
Sojourners Magazine.
Issues in Christian-Muslim Relations: Ecumenical Considerations
This substantial statement from the World Council of Churches
provides direction for persons interested in participating in
Muslim-Christian dialog.
My Neighbor's Faith and Mine: Theological Discoveries Through
Interfaith Dialogue
First published by the World Council of Churches in 1986, this study
guide hopes to challenge Christians to better understand their own
faith by learning to engage a religiously plural reality. The
booklet is available online or in a print version.
From the National Council of Churches:
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The full text of the Policy Statement, Interfaith Relations and
the Churches
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A brief theological commentary on the Policy Statement
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NCC Interfaith Relations: Christians and Neighbors of Other
Religions in the U.S.A.
From the World Council of Churches:
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World Council of Churches: Interreligious Relations & Dialogue
From the Presbyterian Church USA:
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Interfaith Participation
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Guidelines for Interfaith Dialogue
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Interfaith Celebration, Prayer and Worship
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Respectful Presence
From the Minnesota
Council of Churches
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Monthly
Muslim-Christian Dialogues
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Taking Heart: Taking Heart is a joint program of the
Minnesota Council of Churches and the Muslim American Society of
Minnesota. The intent of the program is to establish grassroots
relationships by creating and supporting partnerships between
members of churches and mosques. Partnerships are created geographic
areas so that neighbors get to know neighbors. You do not need to be
a member of a participating congregation in order to participate in
Taking Heart.
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Other Recommended Resources
Resources on the Islamic World
From the Center for Muslim-Christian Understanding at Georgetown
University, Washington, D.C. Find a plethora of links to media
outlets in the Islamic world, academic programs for the study of
Islam, teaching resources and more!
Islamic Studies Resources on the Internet
Prepared by Gary R. Bunt, Lecturer in Islamic Studies in the
Department of Theology, Religious Studies and Islamic Studies (TRIS)
at the University of Wales, Lampeter.
Resources
for a Better Christian Understanding of Islam
Resources from Christ the King Lutheran Church in Houston, Texas,
prepared by Pastor Beth Warpmaeker, who has lived and studied in
Jerusalem.
Islamic Studies
From the Virtual Religion Index maintained at Rutgers University,
this is a wide-ranging set of links to resources on various aspects
of Islam.
Islamic Studies, Islam, Arabic and Religion
This is the the academic website of Dr. Alan Godlas, professor of
Religion at the University of Georgia. His aim is to provide a
scholarly overview of Islam and related subjects.
Moving Beyond Muslim Media Images
Prepared by Doug Cox, an ELCA pastor in
Maryland, this site presents some suggestions for practical
activities geared toward junior high and high school youth groups.
Islam, Muslims and the Media
A bibliography from "The Sound Vision" taken from Ahmadullah
Siddiqi’s book, Islam, Muslims and Media: Myths and Realities.
The Other Anti-Semitism
An article discussing the image of Islam in American pop culture
written by James Zogby in
Sojourners Magazine.
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