Racial Disparities
American history is lined with clear examples of overt racism from slavery to the implementation of the Jim…
Issue 142 (Jul - Aug 2021)
15 articles
Science Square (Issue 142)
Is hair graying reversible? Rosenberg et al. Quantitative mapping of human hair greying and reversal in relation to…
The Sultan of This World and the Next
Question: What are the points to be considered while seeking to have a fair perspective of Prophet Muhammad?…
We Began as Strangers
“Quick, the cord’s wrapped around her neck. Twice!” I remember my numb feet in the stirrups. I remember…
Oranges and …
When I visited Thailand years ago, I had the pleasure of tasting about 20 different types of exotic,…
A Nightingale’s Song
With the fire of grief, ever burning inside, This humble heart of mine cherishes you day and night.…
Between Light and Darkness
The famous Greek physician Galen of Pergamon (129-200 CE) used to organize picnics and camps for himself and…
The Theological Dimension of the Thought of M. Fethullah Gülen (Part 3)
The terms translated in English as “worship,” “servanthood,” and “devotion” are taken from Arabic and possess a long…
Distinguishing (Farq)
In the language of Sufism, farq (distinguishing) has been interpreted as making a clear distinction between unity and…
Is That a Spider Riding a Balloon?
In 1832, 100 km off the coast of Argentina, Charles Darwin observed numerous tiny crimson spiders, sized 2-3…
Vaccines
Vaccination becomes a part of our lives at a very early age. We start getting our shots in…
The Middle Way
Democritus (460-370 BC), an ancient Greek philosopher, described the human being as “a world in miniature” akin to…
“Breath-Taking”
Think of a kitchen. This kitchen has a blender for blending, an oven for cooking, a fridge for…
Sensing Time Anew
For us to be able to fully perceive the holy days, it is first necessary that our spirits…
Editorial (Issue 142): Fostering a Sense of Community
We are social creatures that depend upon one another for survival, happiness, and sustenance. On the macro level…