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The Hajj and Muslims in America
The Muslim religious tradition of Hajj has begun, drawing Muslims from around the world to religious sites in Mecca, Saudi Arabia. While here in the US, the nation's first Muslim Congressman will be sworn into office next week. How do American Muslims practice their religion in a culture that is often at odds with their beliefs?
By Sara Terry • • 1 min readThe Muslim religious tradition of Hajj has begun, drawing Muslims from around the world to religious sites in Mecca, Saudi Arabia. While here in the US, the nation's first Muslim Congressman will be sworn into office next week. How do American Muslims practice their religion in a culture that is often at odds with their beliefs? Do immigrant Muslims and American converts differ in their religious beliefs? Is a distinct American-Muslim identity emerging?
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2 of 3The Hajj and Muslims in America- 1:37John Edwards Declares Presidential Run
- 7:28The Hajj and Muslims in AmericaYou’re reading this
- 40:00Eastwood Films Offer Two Perspecives on Iwo Jima