Author Archives: Imam Salim Chishti

gulfnews : Symbols of tolerance in India's Ajmer

Posted on March 17, 2012 by Imam Salim Chishti

Contrary to a defamatory recent article about the rise and spread of Sufism (especially the Chishtiya) in Chakranews this article from the GulfNews gives a far more accurate account and stresses the tolerance and fairmindedness of two of the Chishtiya’s … Continue reading →

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Jewish, Muslim scribes keep calligraphy art alive – World – TheState.com

Posted on March 16, 2012 by Imam Salim Chishti

Jewish, Muslim scribes keep calligraphy art alive By BERNAT ARMANGUE – Associated Press JERUSALEM – In a world overwhelmed by electronic gadgets that have changed the way we read, write and learn, the Jewish and Islamic arts of calligraphy have … Continue reading →

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Who was behind the Delhi bombing? – Opinion – Al Jazeera English

Posted on March 3, 2012 by Imam Salim Chishti

Who was behind the Delhi bombing? The bombing of an Israeli diplomat’s car in India isn’t consistent with Iranian or Hezbollah involvement. Opinion by Gareth Porter (Dr Gareth Porter is an investigative journalist and historian specializing in US national security … Continue reading →

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Islam In America: Mosques See Dramatic Increase In Just Over A Decade, According To Muslim Survey

Posted on February 29, 2012 by Imam Salim Chishti

Islam In America: Mosques See Dramatic Increase In Just Over A Decade, According To Muslim Survey Mosque Survey First Posted: 02/29/2012 12:20 pm Updated: 02/29/2012 4:23 pm In the decade since 9/11, American Muslims and mosques have come under a … Continue reading →

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Abida Parveen: Sufi soul – The Express Tribune

Posted on February 29, 2012 by Imam Salim Chishti

One of my all time favorites! Abida Parvene: Sufi Soul By IANS Published Febrary 29, 2012 NEW DELHI: The Indian capital is set to witness national and international singers like Abida Parveen, Ali Zafar and Hans Raj Hans, Andrea Griminelli … Continue reading →

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