The American Muslim population is incredibly diverse, spanning many ethnic, racial, national, and cultural groups. This diversity has its roots in the United States since before American independence. Islam is a thoroughly American faith. Learn more at the link below!
‘Young Muslims’ On Brotherhood And Being Young Muslims In America
Young Muslims (YM) is a youth organization that started in the early 90s. The group is divided into local groups called NeighborNets comprised of many young people who are looking to learn Islamic principles and act upon them. The main concept is brotherhood. Learn more about this group and its Brooklyn members at the link below!
READ MORE (Bklyner)How Islamic Culture Shaped the West
Throughout history, cultures and peoples have shaped and influenced one another. The piece by Quartz explores the ways Islamic culture influenced Western culture.
READ MORE (Quartz)Islam: An American Faith
Earlier this month, on the Fourth of July, we Americans celebrated our independence. As we reflect on and remember our nation’s early history, it is a good time to recall that Muslims are not new to the United States. Muslims have been in American since the very beginning!
READ MORE (Huffington Post)Learn about the Hajj
The season of pilgrimage – or Hajj – will start soon, which will bring millions of Muslims to Mecca and to the Kaaba, Islam’s most sacred place of worship. Learn more about this structure and the Hajj.
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