Islam Archives - Universal Life Church Monastery Blog
March 12th, 2026
Do Muslims belong in America? One Tennessee congressman says no, and he's not alone. But Muslims have been part of the American story since before there was an American story to tell.
Is This a Holy War?
March 11th, 2026
As war continues to rage in Iran, some are concerned we could be headed for another faith-inspired conflict similar to the Crusades – but this one with more advanced weapons, and potentially devastating consequences.
Free Quran and Hijab Handouts at Texas High School Prompt Investigation
February 11th, 2026
A viral video revealing that hijabs and Qurans were handed out at a Texas high school ignited outrage. But in a state mandating the Ten Commandments in classrooms, critics are asking: what’s the difference?
Oklahoma Town Rejects Mosque, Citing Fears of Islam
January 16th, 2026
A proposed mosque in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma was rejected on zoning grounds after a heated city council meeting which occasionally veered into Islamophobia. Was this purely zoning concerns, or did bigotry play a role?
Is Islamophobia Back? Ask Zohran Mamdani
October 31st, 2025
As election day looms, New York City mayoral frontrunner Zohran Mamdani is facing an onslaught of Islamophobic attacks, criticizing everything from how he eats to insinuating he'd celebrate another 9/11.
Islam Is World’s Fastest Growing Faith, According to New Study
August 28th, 2025
A new study found that while Christianity remains the globe’s biggest religion, if current trends hold, it won’t be for long. Data shows that while Christianity is growing, another faith is growing even faster: Islam.
"Fake NIMBY Grandma" Mosque Scandal Hits Long Island Hamlet
August 8th, 2025
The Long Island town of Oyster Bay denied a local mosque's expansion based on testimony from a local grandmother who said it would disrupt her life too much. Only the thing is... this grandmother doesn't actually exist.
Zohran Mamdani Faces Islamophobic Backlash After Upset NYC Win
July 2nd, 2025
Zohran Mamdani’s historic win in the Democratic primary for NYC mayor is sparking a wave of Islamophobia. Critics call him un-American, but the Muslim community isn’t backing down.
What Does “Ayatollah” Mean?
June 23rd, 2025
Iran’s leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has been in the spotlight following recent military action in Iran. But what exactly does the title “Ayatollah” mean? Who earns it, and why is it so important?
Should It Be Illegal to Burn the Quran?
May 15th, 2025
In a first, two men are being prosecuted under Denmark's new ‘Quran Law’ for burning a Quran during a protest. Is this a necessary step for public safety, or are blasphemy laws back in Europe?
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