Monthly Archives: June 2011

Missing the Point: Slavery

Posted on June 29, 2011 by

Slavery is against Islam. The absurd idea that somehow slavery is not against Islam isn’t as much a misconception amongst non-Muslims as it is amongst Muslims. Or more likely, it is a misconception amongst non-Muslims, but few want to make … Continue reading →

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You’re wrong: The Eating Mermaids Edition… and Something About Parrots

Posted on June 25, 2011 by

Oh my God. Oh my God. These people think mermaids are halaal!: Al-Durayr – a Maaliki scholar – said in al-Sharh al-Sagheer (2/182): Sea animals in general are permissible, whether it is dead meat or a ‘dog’ (shark) or a … Continue reading →

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So apparently, the Prophet chartered protection to Christians.

Posted on June 25, 2011 by

Quick, someone send this to al-Quaeda! Just kidding, terrorists wouldn’t care that’s why they’re terrorists. “This is a message from Muhammad ibn Abdullah, as a covenant to those who adopt Christianity, near and far, we are with them. Verily I, … Continue reading →

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Why I Don’t Go Around Telling Women That They’re Feminists

Posted on June 22, 2011 by

A year ago one of my cousins came to visit to say her goodbyes before transferring to a university in Washington. (She borrowed one of my favorite books and still has it two states north of California and there’s no … Continue reading →

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What is sex?

Posted on June 22, 2011 by

Here’s where I feel like I’m 5. But seriously, what is it? Due to how this question arose, I am thinking about the Islamic definition of sex, but I want to hear from Muslims and non-Muslims alike. Someone once said … Continue reading →

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Figments of Patriarchal Imagination: 72 Virgins

Posted on June 20, 2011 by

After I had finished laughing at the desperately fabricated concept of the 72 virgins and the bigoted men who illustriously invented the idea for their own sexual satisfactions, there was a feeling of sorrow and heartbreak for such a beautiful … Continue reading →

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Islamic History and the Women You Never Hear About: Nusaybah bint Ka’ab

Posted on June 19, 2011 by

A warrior. And a teacher, and a mother. She had 2 sons from one marriage, both of whom were killed in battle, and a son and a daughter from a later marriage. She was also involved in the treaties of … Continue reading →

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Menstruation in Islam (Quick Clarification on Last Post)

Posted on June 16, 2011 by

So sometimes I forget that when I go on a reckless rant not everyone knows what I’m talking about. =P I’ve had a couple of questions from non-Muslims in regards to what this nailpolish thing is all about, and I … Continue reading →

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Important Announcement: I am on my period.

Posted on June 16, 2011 by

It’s almost over actually, but someone tweeted today that her mother asked her, “Are you wearing nail polish to announce to the world that you’re menstruating?” To which I personally would have answered: Fuck yeah. I’m actually not as fond … Continue reading →

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You’re wrong: The Interpreting Islam Edition

Posted on June 16, 2011 by

(Fractions of this post were written in the comments section of Feministe, of AlmostClever, and probably other places.) This has been brewing for a while, but today I read a discussion that pushed it over the top. AlmostClever is so … Continue reading →

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