June 18, 2003 | 17 Rabi al-Akhir 1424 Hijriah
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veiled4allah
veiled4allahsecret detentions are unAmerican
You've probably already seen this but I wanted to link to it anyway, since everybody's doing it. Jim Henley is in top form discussing a recent decision by a federal appeals court that the government may withhold the names of...
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The Clipboard
The ClipboardTen signs of the 'freedom' that Iraqis enjoy now
1. The Iraqi people are now living under direct military rule, with foreign military commanders ruling by decree. 2. Democratic elections are prohibited, and political rulers are being selected by military commanders. 3. Iraqi citizens are being required to turn...
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veiled4allahstarting with what's essential
Hesham Hassaballa continues his discussion of religious law with God does need a police force...sort of: I do not think God placed us on earth as his vice-regent solely to ensure men have beards, women wear "burqas," and music is...
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The ClipboardIndefensible Secrecy
In writing the Freedom of Information Act, Congress expected judges to hold the executive branch's feet to the fire when it wishes to keep information under wraps. The act does not always require disclosure. But it becomes meaningless if the...
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A Quranic Journal
A Quranic JournalSurah al-Muzzammil ayah 3
Nisfa hu aw unqus min hu qalil Half of it or a little more than that The following is an excerpt of commentary on this ayah, from Tafsir Ibn Kathir: Instead of the whole night [he should do half]....
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A Quranic JournalSurah al-Muzzammil ayah 2
Qumi al-layla illa qalil Stand all night except a little The following is an excerpt of commentary on this ayah, from Tafsir Ibn Kathir: Allah commands His Messenger to cease being wrapped up, and this means to be covered...
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A Quranic JournalSurah al-Muzzammil ayah 1
Ya ayyuha al-muzzammil Oh you, wrapped up The following is an excerpt of commentary on this ayah, from Tafsir Ibn Kathir: Qatadah said, "The one who is wrapped up in his garments"...
