The French Football Federation has recently ruled against breaks for religious motives. But if French players’ attitude during the 2023 Ramadan are anything to go by, the debate is far from closed.
Pavias Andreas, The Crucifixion, second half of the 15th century.
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Narratives that pit secular protesters against a religious regime do not necessarily explain the protests in Iran or what they are calling for.
Fostering Ramadan awareness is a stepping stone to nurturing deeper connections that matter for affirming Muslim student identities and stopping anti-Muslim sentiments.
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Educators in public schools can develop the identities of Muslim students and create a positive school culture during Ramadan by fostering community partnerships and introducing school activities.
A view of the ‘Codex Sassoon’ at Sotheby’s in New York.
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Communal meals to break fast can mean lots of single-use plastics. A switch to environmentally friendly principles is in line with Islamic principles through the ages.
Muslim students may request special accommodations during the Islamic month of fasting.
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As human interactions with technology increase, AI-based religions are in our near future. While these religions carry risks for users, a tolerant mindset is important to consider worshippers’ rights.
Where once religion was a dominant force in society, now many more people reserve their faith for sport. But could the church use this to build a new following?
Pastors pray for former South African president and ANC leader Jacob Zuma.
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Director of the Wesley Centre for Theology, Ethics, and Public Policy & Associate Professor, New Testament, Pilgrim Theological College, University of Divinity