Islam and Democracy

In the article “Islam and Democracy,” by John Esposito and John O. Voll discuss the complexity of democracy in the contemporary world. In particular, there focus is on the involvement of the multiple groups in the twentieth century political seen. They argue that many of these groups “identify themselves explicitly as Islamic” as a way to enter the political scene. Once in, they take a democratic form, however, they aroused considerable controversy. Esposito and Voll argue that

Iran rejects Bahrain proposal on Israel

Iran’s Foreign Minister has opposed Bahrain’s call for a new regional club which would include Iran, Turkey, Arab states and Israel.

“With all great respect that I have for my dear brother Sheikh Khaled (bin Ahmad al-Khalifa) the Foreign Minister of Bahrain, I believe that this suggestion cannot be executed,” Manouchehr Mottaki told IRNA.

“Our Bahraini friends know where the real problem lies and why this (idea) cannot be implemented,” he added.

“The problem of the region is that an illegal regime despite all its claims still thinks of expansion and continuing occupation,” he said, adding, “This regime is neither legitimate nor trustworthy.”

Ramadan has Left; Eid has Ended; What Now?

A Muslim’s Life is Never stops worshiping and obeying Allah Tala! Every season and every moment indeed is for him/her a time to collect Good Deed. Ramadan is the Exercise and Preparation Period. We, who are alive should not be forgetful of the incidents drawing near. We must be progressive in terms of Iman and Amal. Our Iman and Amal needs to be continuously improving. For that we need to make efforts and also sacrifice. If we are still amidst sins and if we are still not regularly praying – we are only being deceived by evil urges; both our lower self (the nafs) and iblis – they are making us oblivion of Akhirat – the life hereafter. Our beloved Rasulullah Sallallahu Alaiyhiwa Sallam said: “O Allah! This life of world is nothing! Actual is the life hereafter!” [That is, the gain and loss of life hereafter is the actual gain and loss].