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The Jefferson Qur'an
Alexandra Méav Jerome (The College of William and Mary) discusses Thomas Jefferson's scholarly exploration of Islam, and how this intellectual journey influenced his political thought...Read More
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Over a year has passed since the Arab Spring began with a series of protests in Tunisia. And although the uprisings may have toppled regimes and produced democratic reforms, these achievements are by no means assured... Read full letter
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The Arab Spring
In this new series of scholarly and journalistic articles, guest contributors explore the major issues surrounding the Arab Spring, from religious discourse to political developments to cultural and artistic expressions. For the inaugural edition, scholar Yasmin Moll discusses how Islamic televangelists are providing a compelling framework for how to build a "New Egypt" in increasingly uncertain times...Read more
An Interview with H.R.H. Prince Ghazi bin Muhammad bin Talal
In the first of OISO's new interview series, Professor Tamara Sonn (The College of William and Mary) speaks with H.R.H. Prince Ghazi about his various academic and diplomatic endeavours, including his latest book, Love in the Holy Qur'an (Kazi Books, 2011)...Read more
Regional Spotlight: Southeast Asia
OISO has expanded its coverage of Southeast Asia with 23 new articles written by renowned scholars and edited by Professor Imtiyaz Yusuf. View the full list here.
What Everyone Needs to Know about Islam
Here is a fast, centralized path to John Esposito's essential guides to Muslim faith, customs, and political beliefs, based on questions Esposito has been asked by a diverse range of audiences...Read more
What's Inside
Nearly 6000 entries from esteemed Oxford works, including the recently published Oxford Encyclopedia of the Islamic World, and more
Primary Source documents with editorial commentary provide historical context for important events and major figures in the history of Islam.
Learning Resources include thematic guides, lesson plans, bibliographies, a glossary, and other useful tools.
Images and Maps provide visual perspectives on global Islam and its historical development.
