Female Preachers in Turkey - Challenging Traditional Gender Roles - http://www.qantara.de/webcom/show_article.php/_c-478/_nr-315/i.html
An article about the appointment, role and experience of 450 women as preachers. |
From Darkness to Light - http://www.fromdarknesstolight.org/
The Istanbul Foundation for Science and Culture offers a collection of reflections on Islam, globlization and ethics, based on the teachings of Said Nursi Bediuzzaman. Includes news of a symposium. |
Gulen, Fethullah - http://www.fgulen.org/
Biography, poetry, testimonials, works, audios and videos of the controversial Turkish Islamic theologian. |
Islam in Turkey - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Islam_in_Turkey
A description of Islam in the country, with particular focus on its role in the modern secular state. [Wikipedia article] |
Mevlana Celaleddin Rumi - http://www.mevlana.org/
Dedicated to the Anatolian philosopher and father of the Mevlevi sect. Includes information about Mevlana, the family tree of Celebis, and resources. |
Muftias - Women Issuing Fatwas - http://www.qantara.de/webcom/show_article.php/_c-478/_nr-138/i.html
Article discussing the recruitment of the first women for training as muftis (Islamic judges) in Turkey. |
The Holy Quran - http://www.kuran.gen.tr
Features the Islamic Holy Scriptures in English and other languages. |
The Presidency of Religious Affairs of the Republic of Turkey - http://www.diyanet.gov.tr/
A public institution in the general administration of the secular state, responsible for the practice of Islam and administration of places of worship. Includes a FAQ, collection of legal opinions, publications, and information about their role and activities. [Multilingual] |