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Kashmiri Handicrafts are repository of cultural and civilisational values

Amir Suhail Wani A man in his late fifties, his back slightly hunched with the weight of years, leans forward in quiet concentration as he reads from a timeworn manuscript known locally as Kalbaaf Taleem – the Carpet Weaver’s Instructions. His hands move with practiced ease, meshing threads with delicate precision. His rhythmic, almost meditative motion speaks of a lifetime of honing skill, but his brow is furrowed with wo...

How Tagore’s stay in Kashmir shaped his poetic genius

Amir Suhail Wani Rabindranath Tagore, poet, philosopher, and polymath, held a profound connection with Kashmir. His visits to the Valley in the early 20th century left an indelible mark on his work and thoughts. For Tagore, Kashmir was not merely a geographical location; it represented a confluence of beauty, spirituality, and cultural richness that resonated deeply with his artistic sensibilities. Tagore first visited Kashmir in 1913,...

Blasphemy laws must be in sync with Islamic traditions

Amir Suhail Wani The publication of cartoons depicting the Prophet Muhammad by Charlie Hebdo in 2015 sparked widespread outrage across many Muslim nations, leading to tragic episodes of violence. The attacks in Paris, which resulted in the deaths of 12 individuals at the magazine's offices, served as a shocking reminder of the volatile intersection between freedom of expression and religious sensitivity. In the wake of the attacks,...

Kashmiri mystic Lalla Ded's poetry must be included in text books

Amir Suhail Wani Lalleshwari known by Kashmiris as Lalla Ded or Lalla Arifa is a monumental figure in Kashmiri literature and spirituality. Born in the 14th century, she transcended time to emerge as a mystic poetess whose verses resonate with enduring themes of love, spirituality, and social justice. Living amidst significant socio-political upheaval in Kashmir, Lalla Ded navigated a world deeply influenced by Sufism and the complexities ...

Prophet Muhammad stood against violence, gender inequality, racism

Amir Suhail Wani Prophet Muhammad is renowned for his teachings and these continue to resonate in contemporary times. His message, delivered in the 7th century CE, provides enduring guidance on addressing key social issues such as violence, gender inequality, and racism, demonstrating its relevance to today’s global challenges. One of the most striking aspects of Prophet Muhammad’s teachings is his approach to violence. His...

Prophet Muhammad stood against violence, gender inequality, racism

Amir Suhail Wani Prophet Muhammad is renowned for his teachings and these continue to resonate in contemporary times. His message, delivered in the 7th century CE, provides enduring guidance on addressing key social issues such as violence, gender inequality, and racism, demonstrating its relevance to today’s global challenges. One of the most striking aspects of Prophet Muhammad’s teachings is his approach to violence. His...

Kashmir's Sufi traditions need to be revived for lasting peace, harmony

Amir Suhail Wani In Kashmir Sufism has been a cornerstone of the region's spiritual and cultural identity, shaping its religious landscape through the centuries. The essential teachings of Sufism - emphasis on the mystical dimension of Islam, found a fertile ground in Kashmir. This unique fusion of Sufi and local mystic traditions has significantly influenced Kashmiri society, fostering a deep sense of peace and inclusivity. In mod...

Kashmir's Sufi traditions need to be revived for lasting peace, harmony

Amir Suhail Wani In Kashmir Sufism has been a cornerstone of the region's spiritual and cultural identity, shaping its religious landscape through the centuries. The essential teachings of Sufism - emphasis on the mystical dimension of Islam, found a fertile ground in Kashmir. This unique fusion of Sufi and local mystic traditions has significantly influenced Kashmiri society, fostering a deep sense of peace and inclusivity. In mod...

J&K Assembly Polls: The wish list of a common Kashmiri for the leaders

Amir Suhail Wani As a common Kashmiri, the upcoming elections in Jammu and Kashmir represent a pivotal moment for us, filled with hope and expectation. Given the historical and ongoing challenges our region has faced, these elections are an opportunity to set a new course for our future. One of our primary hopes is political stability. The history of Jammu and Kashmir has been marred by periods of unrest and uncertainty, which have frequen...

Revocation of Art 370: A new era of peace, progress, and prosperity in Kashmir

Amir Suhail Wani On August 5, 2019, the government took a momentous step by revoking Article 370 of the Indian Constitution, which granted autonomous status to Jammu and Kashmir. This move was a watershed moment in the region’s history, aimed at integrating Jammu and Kashmir more fully into the Indian Union and fostering an era of peace, progress, and prosperity. In the years since the revocation, there has been a significant transfo...

Islam does respect transgenders

Amir Suhail Wani Kashmir’s popular singer Abdul Rashid alias Reshma, who died of cancer about one and a half years ago leaving behind a legacy through her songs and her work on transgenders, the debate around the community and their treatment in Islamic society has triggered a debate. Barmania and Aljunid, Caroline, Lee, and others maintain their studies that transphobia, discrimination and injustice, violence, and persecution contin...

How Indian Muslims commemorate martyrdom of Imam Hussain on Ashura

Amir Suhail Wani The 10th of Muharram, known as Ashura, holds significant religious and cultural importance for Muslims worldwide. This day marks the climax of the mourning for the martyrdom of Imam Hussain Ibn Ali, the grandson of Prophet Muhammad, and his companions at the Battle of Karbala in 680 AD. The event is pivotal in Islamic history and holds deep spiritual and emotional resonance for Muslims, particularly the Shia community...

Life lessons from the battle of Karbala

Amir Suhail Wani Karbala continues to command on the intellect and imagination of people. As a paradigm, it inspires people across spatial diversity and temporal infinity to resist injustice, speak truth and bring home the qualitative certitude of Truth in the face of falsehood. It seems as if Hussain stands out like an existential symbol of truth, resilience, sacrifice and an archetype of determination in the face of tribulations of world...

How the Quran guides us on psycho-social wellbeing

Amir Suhail Wani Mental health and psycho-social well-being are preliminary neds for the overall wellness of an individual. Even a minor mental health issue can leave an individual in a crippled state. However, living in a world of throat-cutting competition and pressed upon by social, economic, existential, and psychological challenges of all sorts and magnitudes, one is bound to encounter mental stress and related issues sooner or l...

How the Quran guides us on psycho-social wellbeing

Amir Suhail Wani Mental health and psycho-social well-being are preliminary neds for the overall wellness of an individual. Even a minor mental health issue can leave an individual in a crippled state. However, living in a world of throat-cutting competition and pressed upon by social, economic, existential, and psychological challenges of all sorts and magnitudes, one is bound to encounter mental stress and related issues sooner or l...

Modern day women scholars have enriched Islam

Amir Suhail Wani Women have consistently played a vital role in preserving, interpreting, and spreading Islam. From its inception, Islam emphasized education and equality for both genders, allowing women to contribute significantly to various Islamic disciplines, including exegesis, Hadith, jurisprudence, and spirituality. Early on, figures such as Aisha, Hafsa Bint Umar, and Sakina Bint Hussain were pivotal in interpreting and moderat...

Indian spiritualism can improve national integration and brotherhood

Amir Suhail Wani India's rich spiritual heritage and mystical traditions have profoundly influenced its society and culture from ancient Vedic times. Spiritual teachings have guided philosophical thought, with revered sages occupying a paramount position in society. The Upanishads, ancient texts of profound wisdom, epitomize this spiritual legacy, while modern thinkers such as Sri Aurobindo, Inayatullah Khan, Vivekananda, and...

Prophet's life and Quran emphasise peace and harmony

Amir Suhail Wani Islam places profound emphasis on peace, harmony, and brotherhood, recognizing them as fundamental to human existence and societal evolution. Peace isn't merely the absence of conflict but signifies a state of socio-economic and political stability that fosters development, prosperity, and happiness for individuals and societies alike. In this context, ideologies that disrupt peace are deemed harmful to humanity...

We need to make mosques gender Inclusive

Amir Suhail Wani The life and teachings of the Prophet and the Quran demonstrate Islam's inclusive, merciful, and compassionate nature. We come across incidents from the life of Prophet Muhammad where he not only embraced the marginalized and oppressed but his enemies and the enemies of Islam too. This tradition has lately waned, and as a result, we see a stark and ugly ideology in the guise of Islam that espouses exclusion. A mosque i...

Why Muslim scholars need to work on revival of Philosophy

Amir Suhail Wani Philosophy, which is nowadays identified as rubble of confusion and arcane concepts was seen classically as the purification of soul and intellect. “Philosophy is training for dying”, said Socrates. Both in antiquity and in classical times, philosophy was seen as a sacred and spiritual pursuit, but the scene has changed in the last few centuries. Muslims, after their contact with the Greek and Indian world, pro...

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