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I WONDER - What Is A Mosque?
Step inside 'What Is A Mosque?' to discover the beauty and importance of these special places of worship! A quick, colorful journey into culture and faith, great for young explorers.
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I WONDER - What Are The 5 Pillars Of Islam?
Journey into 'What Are The 5 Pillars Of Islam?' to learn about the foundation of a major world religion! A quick, respectful exploration into Islamic beliefs, perfect for curious young minds.
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The Rise of Islam in Ancient India
For a long time, Hindu civilization had isolated itself. The leaders, believing in their cultural superiority, discouraged sea travel and did not invest in sea defenses, leaving them vulnerable to invasions. This vulnerability was...
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The Grand Mosque of Mecca
At the heart of Islam s holiest city, Mecca is the Al-Masjid al- ar m. It is the world s largest mosque. During the Hajj the pilgrimage to Mecca that all able bodied Muslims are encouraged to make at least once in their life the Grand...
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Poetic pilgrimage, bridging hip hop and Islam
Explore the impact of Poetic Pilgrimage, a duo challenging stereotypes and uniting the worlds of hip hop and Islam through their powerful spoken word.
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I WONDER - What Are The Followers Of Islam Called?
This video is answering the question of what are the followers of Islam called.
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The War in Heaven
What happens when angels and demons battle in heaven? Islam, Judaism, and Christianity all have a story of cosmic conflict—some depict all-out war, while others are more courtroom drama. Their differences give us insight on each faith's...
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Pontianak: The Vengeful, Violent Vampiric Ghost of Southeast Asia
The pontianak, or kuntilanak, has long been a staple of Malay horror. In addition to serving as an allegory for the tension between traditional and modern cultural and spiritual practices, these monsters gave name to a real city. In this...
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Jinn: The Ancient Arabian Shapeshifters
Jinn is a popular character in fiction and their origins continue to influence Islamic cultures today. From the Qur’an to The Thousand and One Nights, the story of Aladdin to I Dream of Jeannie and everything in between—the jinn are more...
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Julius Caesar 2.1 Digression: Lunar Calendars, Hanukkah, Ramadan
This video explains the lunar calendar systems used by Jewish and Islamic traditions, focusing particularly on the calculation of Hanukkah and Ramadan. The video highlights the challenges faced by followers of each faith due to these...
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Were they Emperor Basil II's greatest enemy? - Battle of Setina, 1017 AD
Were they Emperor Basil II's greatest enemy? - Battle of Setina, 1017 AD
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First Battle of Tarain, 1191 AD The First Islamic Conquest of India
First Battle of Tarain, 1191 AD The First Islamic Conquest of India
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Sultana Raziya of Delhi - The Woman who ruled the Mamluk Sultanate
Sultana Raziya of Delhi - The Woman who ruled the Mamluk Sultanate
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Battle of Spercheios, 997 How to wage war on two fronts Basil II, the Bulgar Slayer (Part 3)
Battle of Spercheios, 997 How to wage war on two fronts Basil II, the Bulgar Slayer (Part 3)
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The Battle of Sagrajas: Alfonso VI of Castile and Leon vs Yusuf Ibn Tashfin of the Almoravids
This video provides a detailed account of the Battle of Sagrajas in 1086 between King Alfonso VI of Castile and Leon and Yusuf Ibn Tashfin of the Almoravids. The battle showcases the complex political landscape of the Iberian Peninsula...
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The Battle of Badr: The Turning Point in Islamic History
This video provides a detailed account of the historical significance of the Battle of Badr in the early days of Islam. It begins by setting the stage with the background of the Islamic religion and the challenges faced by Prophet...
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Battle of Kleidion: The Byzantine-Bulgarian Conflict
This video provides a detailed account of the military campaigns between Emperor Basil II of the Byzantine Empire and Tsar Samuel of Bulgaria from 1000 to 1014. It highlights key battles, strategies, and outcomes, including Basil's...
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The Sociology of Religion
Primatologist Frans de Waal (Emory University), two historians, Nile Green (UCLA) and David Hollinger (UC Berkeley) and David Goldberg, former Rabbi at Liberal Jewish Synagogue London, discuss different aspects of the sociology of religion.
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The Rise of Populist Ideology in Greece
Journalist Paul Lewis travels to Greece to learn more about the agenda and appeal of the populist party in the country. Anti-immigrant sentiment is one of the main factors the party hopes to leverage. How Steve Bannon's Far-Right...
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Abdul Rahman Ibrahima Sori: A Prince Enslaved
Abdul Rahman Ibrahima Sori, a Fula prince and former slave, was determined to free his family. His extraordinary story and character caught America's attention at a complicated time in American history.
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Yarrow Mamout: From Slavery to Financier
African Muslim Yarrow Mamout rose from a life of slavery to become a popular businessman in Washington, D.C. Artist Charles Willson Peale painted his portrait and discovered his incredible story.
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Norway's Muslim immigrants attend classes on western attitudes to women
Every asylum seeker in Norway must attend classes on female rights and respect for women. The lessons were made compulsory after a string of sex attacks by immigrants in the western city of Stavanger. With exclusive access to a class in...
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Muslim Americans on life after 9/11: 'The toll has been huge'
In the years that followed the terrorist attacks, Muslim Americans faced intense suspicion and discrimination. Here, Kausam Salam, Zainab Johnson, Sabiha Hussain, Mehdi Hasan and Jaime 'Mujahid' Fletcher reflect on the events of that day...
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The Relevance of Models
Historian Nile Green (UCLA) describes how his invocation of the model of religious economy for Islam gives benefits to Muslims and non-Muslims alike.