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Sect over State: The Struggle for a Lebanese National Identity

Samar El-Kadi, 06/10 11:00 - Reading : 5 minute(s)

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“Shia, Shia, Shia,” the cri de guerre of Hezbollah’s partisans for mobilizing and rallying the Shia community in a country that is religiously, culturally, and politically diverse, is a blatant demonstration of communal allegiance over national belonging. Lebanon is one of the world’s most divided countries. Its diversity has complicated ...

Eid al-Adha Unites Muslims All Over the World

This is Beirut, 06/06 15:35 - Reading : less than a minute

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Eid al-Adha brings Muslims from around the world together in a shared spirit of faith and generosity.

The Poisoned Chalice of Political Islam

Salam Zaatari, 2024-12-05 09:00 - Reading : 7 minute(s)

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For as long as I can remember, my identity as a Muslim has been a source of both pride and fear. Growing up in a post-9/11 world, I have lived under the shadow of suspicion, my faith often seen through the lens of terrorism, extremism, and political turmoil. From news headlines to Hollywood narratives, the image of Islam has been relentlessly ...

Eid al-Adha Celebrations Around the World

This Is Beirut, 2024-06-18 19:04 - Reading : less than a minute

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Muslims worldwide celebrated Eid al-Adha on June 16 and 17.

Thousands of Muslims Are Flocking to Mecca for the Hajj

This Is Beirut, 2024-06-12 13:17 - Reading : less than a minute

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The grand pilgrimage, "the Hajj," is one of the most important events for Muslims worldwide. It will take place from June 14 to June 19 in Mecca, Saudi Arabia.

Muslims Around the World Celebrate Eid al-Fitr

This Is Beirut, 2024-04-11 14:28 - Reading : less than a minute

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Despite war, conflict and looming threats, Muslims around the world have gathered their loved ones to celebrate Eid al-Fitr, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan.

First Day of Ramadan Around the World

This Is Beirut, 2024-03-12 17:10 - Reading : less than a minute

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On Monday, many Muslims around the world celebrated the first day of Ramadan, with the start of the holy month varying from country to country.

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