“Things sure ain’t what they used to be.” I’m sure Islam was not the topic Duke Ellington had in mind when sitting at the piano when he decided to play that tune – but it’s the song that’s on my mind. To be frank for a moment, I will vent some very real pessimism about the state of Muslims today. That pessimism has been an accretion, building slowly but steady over the almost fifteen years I’ve been Muslim. No, this isn’t an apologist’s essay. Nor is it some sort of apostate’s epistle. Rather this are just a few confused ramblings so stay with me if you can. And as usual, leave feedback if you feel so moved. (more…)
:: September 19, 2006 ::
