Hussein RashidMay 2017

Trump’s statement on Ramadan is almost entirely about terrorism – The Washington Post

May 26, 2017Hussein

Trump’s statement on Ramadan is almost entirely about terrorism – The Washington Post. “He could not recall the honor of being on stage with one of the icons of American life, but could remember to deny part of America’s story,” said Hussein Rashid, founder of islamicate, a consultancy focusing on…Continue readingTrump’s statement on Ramadan is almost entirely about terrorism – The Washington Post

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Tweeting the Qur’an #Quran #Ramadan #ttQuran 2017/1438

May 26, 2017Hussein

Traditionally, Muslims read the Qur'an in its entirety over this time, in a section a day. The Qur'an is split into thirty sections, called juz', and one section is read each night. This year is the 9th year I am inviting people to tweet the Qur’an for Ramadan. I will be…Continue readingTweeting the Qur’an #Quran #Ramadan #ttQuran 2017/1438

Events

Commencement | Schedule of Events | Amherst College

May 18, 2017Hussein

Commencement | Schedule of Events | Amherst College. Baccalaureate Celebration. Seniors play a significant role in this multifaith gathering that includes music, readings, dance and an address by Hussein Rashid, a community preacher and faculty member in the Barnard College Department of Religion. Johnson Chapel.

Books

Hajj: The Pilgrimage | The Practice of Islam in America

May 15, 2017Hussein

Hajj: The Pilgrimage | The Practice of Islam in America. “Hajj: The Pilgrimage” by Hussein Rashid Chapter Summary This chapter takes us on a journey to Mecca, site of the hajj, or annual pilgrimage. Hussein Rashid depicts this often once-in-a-lifetime experience for several Muslim Americans who represent a wide variety…Continue readingHajj: The Pilgrimage | The Practice of Islam in America

Media Appearances

Do Muslims Have to Be Democrats Now? – The New York Times

May 15, 2017Hussein

Do Muslims Have to Be Democrats Now? – The New York Times. “As a Muslim, I’d vote for Jesus, but the Republicans won’t let him in, and the Democrats don’t believe in him,” said Hussein Rashid, a professor of religion at Barnard College, who concedes that he’s a tad bitter…Continue readingDo Muslims Have to Be Democrats Now? – The New York Times

Inter-faith

Rikers: An American Jail – Interfaith Discussion Guide

May 10, 2017Hussein

There is a new film on Rikers, called Rikers: An American Jail, and I'm quoted in the interfaith discussion guide. As a Muslim, when I hear about prison, I think to the Story of Joseph, told in Chapter 12 of the Qur’an: are we punishing difference, rather than actions, and…Continue readingRikers: An American Jail – Interfaith Discussion Guide

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Combatting Islamophobia Through the Arts – Video

May 7, 2017Hussein

The Roles of Arts & Culture in Addressing Islamophobia direct link to my video is here.

Events

G?D TALK: A Shabbat Potluck Dinner Series – “Hospitality” | Romemu

May 4, 2017Hussein

G?D TALK: A Shabbat Potluck Dinner Series – “Hospitality” | Romemu. G?d Talk Potluck Shabbat Dinner: “Hospitality” from Muslim, Jewish and Christian Perspectives Friday, May 12th, after services, 8:15PM, but you MUST register Led by Rev. Eleanor, Rabbi Jill Hammer, and guests Dr. Hussein Rashid and Rebekah Forni Tonight we…Continue readingG?D TALK: A Shabbat Potluck Dinner Series – “Hospitality” | Romemu

Month: May 2017