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The article focuses on YouTube video in which young Chinese-Indonesian man reciting the Quran through a PA system can be heard somewhere outside the garage. It mentions ‘horror content' genre on Indonesian YouTube in which young Indonesians visit haunted locations in an attempt to find evidence of mystical beings. It also mentions YouTubers who explores this visceral aspect of history.

The article focuses on the complex nature of Arabic, exploring its historical and cultural significance beyond its association with Islam. Topics include the historical role of Arabic-speaking Christians in shaping the language, the conflation of Arabic with Islamic identity, and the influence of Christianity on early Islamic thought and texts.

The article shares reflections about Palestinian Sunni Islamist organization Hamas' jihad against Israel on October 7, 2023. Topics discussed include the motives of Hamas for launching the attack, why Muslims believe in Allah and accept the Koran as the word and will of Allah, and the fight against Hamas and its supporters at the fundamental level.

In the Masnavi, the Sufi mystic and poet Mawlana Rumi compares good and pure water to scripture itself: "For the good ones, there is an inheritance of sweet water. Sufis have long recognised the mutual relationship between the written Qura n and what we might call the natural Qura n. The 13th-century Sufi and mystic A ziz al-Din Nasafi, for example, referred to the Qura n-e tadwini (written down in a book) and Qura n-e takwini (Qura n of Nature). LOVE IS A VERB While the idea of the Qura n as the Word of God has been adequately discussed, and while the Sufis have explored the mysteries of divine revelation inside humanity, we have not yet adequately realised that the natural realm is also a site for Divine revelation and manifestation. [Extracted from the article]

This article from Islamic Horizons explores the topic of nurturing mental health through the teachings of the Quran. It emphasizes the importance of processing what we hear and see in order to develop desirable behavior and avoid impulsive actions that can lead to mental disorders. The Quran provides guidance on nurturing the mind, reflecting on our actions, and cleansing negative impressions from our thoughts. The article also discusses the role of genetics, environmental influences, and unhealthy habits in mental health, and highlights the need for constant reflection and psychological training to maintain good mental well-being. [Extracted from the article]

The article offers information on the exploration of coexistence, particularly within the context of Islam, in various regions. Topics include the comparison between "Asian" Islamic countries and the "marginal" Islamic world with "Middle Eastern" Islamic countries, highlighting the diversity of Islamic interpretations and practices.

The article deals with the common challenge of religious freedom for Christians and Muslims. It emphasizes the importance of interreligious engagement in defending this human right. The contribution describes the learning process of the Catholic Church towards recognizing religious freedom and examines the tension between Islamic traditions and religious freedom. It also presents the theological perspective of Abdullah Saeed. The article emphasizes that the commitment to religious freedom should be driven by a mindset of freedom and search rooted in the religions themselves. It points out that the social pressure on people who leave Islam is often enormous. This can lead to ostracism, death threats, hate propaganda, and vigilante justice. It emphasizes that violations of religious freedom in Islamic countries often arise from complex religious, political, economic, and other contexts and are not solely religiously motivated. It also points out that there are a variety of different positions between rejection and acceptance of religious freedom in Islam. Political scientist Mahmoud Bassiouni emphasizes the importance of religious justifications for human rights and religious freedom. Abdullah Saeed, a Muslim thinker, develops a contextual interpretation of the Quran that allows religious prescriptions to be adapted to the respective social conditions. He emphasizes the need for a dynamic understanding of revelation and a contextual reading of the Quran. Saeed also emphasizes the importance of shared search processes and dialogue between members of different religions. The joint commitment to religious freedom is described as an ongoing search process involving various actors in society. The article discusses the importance of religious freedom in Christian-Muslim dialogue. It points out that promoting initiatives that foster dialogue and understanding between different religious traditions is an important task. It also highlights the revision of textbooks for Islamic religious education in Morocco in response to Islamist-motivated attacks. Although the changes are considered inadequate, it is positively evaluated that they can contribute to a discrimination-free coexistence. It emphasizes that interreligious cooperation and shared search processes should be pursued despite their shortcomings. [Extracted from the article]

The article focuses on religious matters as the scholar may have his own opinion and sectarian biases, going through whole Quran and Hadith books is not possible for the common people. Topics include examines Islam is based on the Quran, the book of Allah which declares the Prophet as a role model, he thus elaborated and taught Islam through practices and narrations.

A study conducted by researchers at Universitas Islam Negeri Ar-Raniry in Banda Aceh, Indonesia, explored the understanding and practice of breastfeeding among mothers in Ulee Kareng Subdistrict. The study found that the level of understanding and practice of breastfeeding was high among the participants. There was also a significant relationship between the understanding and practice of breastfeeding, indicating a strong correlation. This research provides valuable insights into the cultural and religious perspectives on breastfeeding in Indonesia. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted by researchers at Universitas Islam Negeri focused on the mental health of students in Tahfidzul Qur'an Islamic boarding schools. The study found that the process of memorizing the Al-Qur'an requires high concentration and optimal mental endurance, which can lead to mental health disorders if not properly managed. To prevent these disorders, the study suggests using a combination of discipline and Islamic mystical therapy to support students experiencing stress, weak memorization ability, and depression. The research provides valuable insights into optimizing mental health in Islamic boarding school students and emphasizes the importance of physical and spiritual endurance in maintaining overall well-being. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted by researchers from Universitas Ahmad Dahlan explored the understanding of breastfeeding verses in the Quran among Muslim mothers in Yogyakarta. The study found that some mothers who believed that the Quran obligated breastfeeding did so without fully understanding the benefits of breastfeeding. The research concluded that Muslim preachers had not effectively communicated the breastfeeding verses to Muslim mothers in Yogyakarta. This study provides insights into the factors influencing breastfeeding practices among Muslim mothers in the region. [Extracted from the article]

A recent report from Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta discusses the role of Islamic psychology in overcoming anxiety and improving mental health among women. The researchers conducted a bibliometric analysis using the Scopus database to explore publications related to Islamic psychology. The analysis revealed an increasing amount of research in this field, indicating a growing interest in the topic. The study provides a brief overview of the literature and offers recommendations for future research. [Extracted from the article]

New research from the University of Religions and Denominations explores the concept of human dignity in the Quran. The researchers focus on two verses in the Quran that discuss the differences between humans and other creatures. They interpret these verses by considering freely choosing goodness as the criterion for human dignity. The research concludes that by valuing voluntary goodness, these verses can be easily understood. The full article can be accessed for free through the Journal of Medical Ethics and History of Medicine. [Extracted from the article]

The article focuses on evidence constituted by literary sources for penetration of Christianity into Arabia and mentions that the Quran speaks to engage with Arabian Christian community. Topics discussed incldue Arabic inscriptions from site north of Najran bearing crosses, archaeological remains dating from Neolithic to modern age and safaitic belonged to family of alphabets labeled South Semitic.

The article focuses on the efforts of Christian scholars in searching for ways to connect with Muslims over the shared story of Hebrew prophet Jonah who was delivered to shore. Topics discussed include the honor being given to Jonah in Lebanon, the role of shared stories in starting a conversation across Christians and Muslims, and the difference between the account of Jonah in Qur'an and the version in the Hebrew Bible.

The article shares the author's experience of joining a group to discuss about interfaith relations. Topics mentioned include the practice of scriptural or textual reasoning, the Islamic participants' view about the life of prayer and a life of service, and the discussion of God's command in the Quran bible.

A clinical trial has been launched to analyze the effect of listening to the Holy Quran, music, or natural sounds on anxiety and stress levels among patients undergoing MRI scans. The study, conducted by Al-Quds University in Palestine, will use a randomized controlled parallel design and include a control group that receives traditional care without any sound. Participants will choose their preferred method of sound intervention, and the study aims to assess the effectiveness of these interventions in reducing anxiety and stress. The trial is currently in the recruitment phase and is expected to be completed by June 30, 2024. [Extracted from the article]

The article present various international news briefs. Topics including Sweden raising its terror threat level due to fears of retaliation for Quran burnings; the U.S. lawmakers calling for declassification of documents related to the CIA's involvement in the Chilean coup; the successful banning of oil drilling in Ecuador's Yasuní National Park; theft of artifacts from the British Museum; and India successfully soft-landing an unmanned spacecraft on the moon.

The article focuses on the concept of Polygamy and Polyamory along with Nonmonogamy in different cultures. It mentions that two biggest societies that openly accept polygyny are the Muslim and African cultures. It also mentions that Quran firmly forbids Muslim men from taking multiple partners for their own personal gratification or pleasure.

The article focuses on portraits of photographer Sabiha Çimen which surveil the double lives religious students lead in contemporary Turkey, where it is legal for parents to send children to study at Koran courses. It mentions Çimen seems fated to be a guardian for the young students whose experiences she shared and captured, serving as their hafiza, the Turkish word for memory; and also mentions Çimen mentored girls who showed an interest in photography.

The author argues that the "Qur'an" should be understood in the context of its rhetorical and linguistic qualities and that it is closer to a sermon designed to persuade humans to believe. Topics covered include process of argumentation in the "Qur'an," how the "Qur'an" teaches the doctrine of punishment and overview of the work of Egyptian Muslim thinker named Muhammad Ahmad Khalafallah that can help in understanding the intent of the "Qur'an."

An interview with Lebanese author Rachid Al-Daif is presented. Topics discussed include the contested identity of the protagonist in his novel "Dear Mr. Kawabata"; the war, threat of extinction, and violence perpetrated by militant organization Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) against Christians and Yazidis in Syria and Iraq; and the cultural and linguistic influence of the Quran on him.

The article discusses the relationship between the origins of Islam and of Christianity, including their mutual tradition of monotheism. An overview of the relationship between divinity and empire, as viewed by both Christians and Muslims, is discussed. An overview of Prophet Muhammad, including the impact Judaism and Christianity had on him and how he was viewed by his followers centuries after his death, is provided. The relationship between devout Muslims, the Qu'ran and prophet Jesus Christ is discussed.

The article discusses paper and parchment fragments of what are believed to be the earliest remnants of the Islamic Koran, which were discovered at the House of Manuscripts in Sana'a, Yemen in 1972. It chronicles efforts to restore and conserve these texts by German antiquities professor Gerd-Rüdiger Puin from 1981 to 1985 and examines reasons why Yemeni government officials have been reluctant to allow Puin access to the manuscripts because of his claims questioning the origins of the Koran. Other topics include a deal between Yemeni official Abdullah Bawazir and the Juma al-Majid Centre for Culture and Heritage regarding publication rights to the manuscripts and comments from House of Manuscripts supervisor Sheikh Sam Yahya Hussain al-Amhar.

The article discusses efforts to discover the pattern of God's hope for religious harmony in the world by deciphering patterns that might be found in the Scriptures of Christianity, Judaism, and Islam. Such Scriptures, the article states, often vacillate between belligerence and tolerance when addressing how to live with neighbors who worship alien gods, the author notes.

A recent study conducted by researchers at Universitas Islam Negeri Raden Fatah explored the use of hypnotherapy as a method for memorizing the Quran. The study involved 22 female students between the ages of 9 and 13 who were selected based on their suggestibility test results. The research found that hypnotherapy can enhance memory productivity in the brain, increase neurotransmitter function, and manage the hippocampus, which is responsible for memory storage. The study concluded that hypnotherapy has the potential to improve Quran memorization. For more information, readers can refer to the journal article "Memorizing the Quran with hypnotherapy method" published in INSPIRA. [Extracted from the article]

A new report from the Department of Health Information Technology discusses the potential benefits of Holy Quran recitation and listening in reducing anxiety, stress, and depression. The researchers conducted a scoping review of 15 studies from Asia countries, which found that Quran recitation and listening can be a useful nonpharmacological treatment for these mental health conditions. The Beck Depression Inventory was commonly used to evaluate the effects. The study suggests that Quran recitation and listening could be a simple, affordable, practical, and cost-effective treatment option. [Extracted from the article]

A recent report from Universitas Negeri Semarang explores the use of Arabic symbols in traditional medicine. Traditional medicine is popular among the public due to its perceived high cure rate and the perceived failures of modern treatments. The research found that traditional medicine practitioners use prayers and rajahs (Arabic letter symbols) from the Qur'an as their main treatment method. The use of these symbols varies among practitioners, and they are believed to have a positive impact on mental and psychological conditions. The study concludes that proper interpretation and use of the Qur'an can lead to effective improvements in a person's well-being. [Extracted from the article]

Karnataka Minister for RDPR, IT, and BT, Priyank Kharge, has stated that the nation is governed by the Constitution, not the Bhagavad Gita, Quran, or Bible. He emphasized that the government in Karnataka operates according to the Constitution and follows the principles of Basava and Ambedkar. Kharge also called on the BJP State President to respond to allegations of corruption made by a disgruntled MLA. The MLA had threatened to expose alleged irregularities in the BJP government if he was expelled from the party. [Extracted from the article]

Researchers from Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta have conducted a thematic study of the Qur'an to explore its solutions to anxiety, specifically focusing on the quarter life crisis phase. The study found that while anxiety is not explicitly discussed in the Qur'an, it reflects broader implied values. The researchers identified four types of anxiety: khauf (lack of peace about the future), diiq (narrowness of the soul), halu'a (complaining nature), and huzn (sadness). The Qur'an offers solutions such as striving for the future, following Allah's instructions, maintaining goodness, sincerity, and having faith, piety, and good deeds. [Extracted from the article]

The Danish parliament has passed a law banning the "inappropriate treatment" of religious books, specifically targeting the ongoing burnings of the Koran that have caused tensions with Muslim nations. The law aims to protect the safety of Danes while still allowing for criticism of religion. Violators could face fines or imprisonment for up to two years. The bill has received positive feedback from international players, such as the Arab League and foreign ministers in the Middle East, but has been criticized by opposition parties for giving in to pressure from Islamic actors. The law was amended to address concerns about interpretation and now only covers scriptures of registered religious communities and the national church. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the limited coverage of Islamic history in Pakistani school curricula, attributing it to the euro-centric nature of history education. It highlights the book "A Treasury of Aishah" by Sofia Rehman as a valuable resource for gaining a deeper understanding of Aishah's contributions to Islam and Islamic history. The book focuses on 40 statements made by Aishah, providing insightful commentaries and exploring her intellectual inquisitiveness. It also examines her understanding of the Quran and her jurisprudential positions, shedding light on her role as a political figure. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted at the Princess Noorah Oncology Center in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, examined the prevalence and patterns of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) use among cancer patients. The study found that over 50% of the participants used CAM, with the most common types being Zamzam water, Quran recitation, water read upon Quran, and black seed. The main reasons for CAM use were to treat cancer, increase immunity, and religious beliefs. Additionally, 5.8% of patients delayed their medical treatment to use CAM. The study suggests that further research is needed to understand CAM utilization patterns in Saudi Arabia. [Extracted from the article]

Presents letters to the editor of "TIME" magazine. Reactions to a story describing the struggle within Islam between tolerant moderates and extremists; Question of whether the Koran condones killing; Thoughts on the school siege in Beslan, Russia; Columnist Joe Klein's article on Senator Zell Miller's speech at the Republican Convention; Comments on Serena Williams' selection of tennis apparel.

Discusses Christianity and Islam from the perspective of their respective holy books, the Bible and the Qur'an. Reasons Muslims tend toward violence; Verses from the Qur'an that are misinterpreted; History of the two major religions.

The story of Joseph, in the Islamic tradition known as Yusuf, is widely known both from the Bible and the Qur'an. It found great popularity in the Turko-Persian world between 1000 and 1500, when it started to appear in a growing variety of genres. This culminated in the 15th century, when the poet 'Abd al-Rahman Jami composed his famous version of the narrative in the Timurid capital Herat. Earlier in the 15th century, the story became connected to one of the great names of Persian poetry: Abu'l-Qasim Firdausi, the poet who composed the Shahnama or Book of Kings, around the year 1000. The glorious pre-Islamic past as presented in the Shahnama was embraced in many ways by the Turkic and Mongol rulers who reigned over much of the Islamic world since the year 1000, and so was the moving and pious narrative of Joseph. How and why were the two brought together? This article explores the story of Joseph and its role in the cultural production of the Turko-Persian world, and discusses the connections between the story of Joseph, Firdausi, and the court culture of the Timurids. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article offers information on the Muslim exchange student from Pakistan with dreams of changing the world and struck up an unlikely friendship with an evangelical Christian girl from small tow in Texas, U.S. Topics discussed include information on the learning the Islamic prayers; and the information on the reading the Quran five times a day and learning of the Islamic commandments.

The article offers information on the basic information about Islam. It states that Arabic is the mother tongue of the Prophet Muhammad and the language of Islam's holy book the Koran. It notes that the Iranian revolution has managed to create the first government of God and ousted a dynastic autocrat who dreamed of turning the country into a Western-style industrial and secular state. Meanwhile, the Shari'a, the Islamic code of justice based primarily on the Koran, has been added into the criminal and civil laws in Pakistan.