This float seems to depict how people from all over our world have grown deep roots in Canada. What a wonderful articulation of among the most pluralist countries on this planet!
Some of the Muslims (and Christians) in the comments of this video are upset that I had an Ismaili on to give an overview of Islam. In case you didn't know, Ismailis are a minority denomination within Islam (they account for less than 1% of all Muslims). Moreover, many Muslims believe that Ismaili's are heretics. Why have a heretic on to explain Islam?
A couple thoughts. First, the point of this video wasn't to promote any particular branch of Islam. The point of the video was to outline the basic tenets of Islam. Anyone sufficiently educated in Islam could have served this purpose (including an atheist). I chose @KhalilAndani because he's an expert in Islam, is a gifted communicator, and teaches students for a living on this very subject. His denominational background does not determine his ability to explain Islamic belief.
Second, this complaint is nothing more than an ad hominem. Even if it's true that Dr. Andani is a heretic (something he vehemently denies), it doesn't follow that any of the information he actually presented in this video is inaccurate. This is similar to folks that only listen to overweight chefs. Just because a chef is skinny, that doesn't mean that you can't learn how to cook tasty food from them.
Lastly, I want to say that, as Christians, we ought to be engaging with the best that our religious (and non-religious) peers have to offer. Just like there are more plausible and sophisticated forms of Christianity, the same is true for Islam.
I had a great time recording with Dr. Andani and learned quite a number of things throughout his presentation. We're currently developing ideas for future streams where we take a look at the theological inconsistencies of the most popular Dawah bros. That should be a lot of fun!
Link to watch: https://t.co/xIvaqf4vSD
Exciting News! @TheIsmaili is delighted to announce the launch of a brand new podcast, “Muslim Footprints”! 🎙️ 🎉
Join us on a captivating journey as we explore the rich heritage, remarkable stories, and diverse experiences of the #Muslim community. 🌍
https://t.co/b2iEumcZYd
Over 200 volunteers participated in an environmental and recreational sports walk to commemorate World Service Day, held by Ismaili CIVIC Syria, in collaboration with the Sports and Youth Committee and AKAH.
The aqueducts at the Qutb Shahi Heritage Park are a significant part of the necropolis, providing a glimpse into the complex water management system that was used to sustain the gardens and mausoleums. The aqueducts were used to bring water for irrigation from stepwells.
Aga Khan Trust for Culture
Msheireb Mosque
Doha, Qatar
The mosque is located within the Heritage Quarter and part of a 30-hectare development project for downtown Doha.
The countdown is on! #RhythmsOfCanada2023 begins next Friday, June 30 with an electric performance from The Halluci Nation and Mas Aya, and runs across the entire long weekend. See megastars Salim-Sulaiman, plus @balaklavablues@borelson4music & more → https://t.co/zcByA0BQIO
️⚛️ There are a quarter of a million tons of nuclear waste lying around the world, some of it in unsafe disposal facilities, and no one really knows what to do with it - except the Finns, it seems!
So how did they do it? Find out in a new episode of DW's #PlanetA. ⬇️
What flood resilience strategies are Kenyan community leaders using in Kibera, a city without a sewer system?
DW's #EcoAfrica has the answers:
📺https://t.co/Scd5oOAhgH
Many raw fruits and vegetables are full of water and nutrients and low in calories. Watermelon is a great example. It's a good source of the antioxidant lycopene and gives you some vitamin A and C, too! https://t.co/KRWUcYmutS
#Ghana is growing sustainable cocoa, reducing emissions and showing the world how to “decarbonize a global commodity supply chain, literally, from the ground up.” Learn more: https://t.co/7EphGQyRfj
“Fest der Begegnung” in Schloss Neuhaus und eine tolle Performance von KlangKult, meine Mama’s Gesangsgruppe. Herzlichen Dank an Bürgermeister Michael Dreier für seine tolle Eröffnungsrede und Julia Ures für die spannende Moderation🌻
With the free @bloombergconnects mobile app, discovering the Aga Khan Museum from wherever you find yourself in the world has never been easier.
👉🏼 Download the #BloombergConnects app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store: https://t.co/MJurywTg3R
The proliferation of hate & lies in the digital space is causing grave global harm.
This clear & present global threat demands clear and coordinated global action.
We don’t have a moment to lose.
My proposals for a Code of Conduct: https://t.co/7R0Hujf3y5