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Islamic Antisemitism   -   Nov 01, 2024 Faith, Fury, and the Future: Unpacking Hamas' Theological War Against Israel
Faith, Fury, and the Future: Unpacking Hamas' Theological War Against Israel

This analysis goes beyond surface-level understandings of Hamas as simply a political actor, framing the group within the rich and often fraught theological tradition of Islamism—a perspective critical for fully grasping the role Hamas plays in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestine.

by Dr. Tim Orr
Oct 24, 2024 Understanding God’s Mercy in the Qur’an and the Bible: A Profound Exploration
Understanding God’s Mercy in the Qur’an and the Bible: A Profound Exploration

By Dr. Tim Orr Mercy—it’s one of the most sought-after qualities in the world. We all long for it, whether from a loved one, a stranger, or even ourselves. But mercy takes on an even deeper significance when it comes to God. How do two of the world’

by Dr. Tim Orr
Middle East Analysis   -   Oct 23, 2024 Israel Unveiled: The Truth Behind Its Fight for Freedom, Justice, and Survival
Israel Unveiled: The Truth Behind Its Fight for Freedom, Justice, and Survival

This article is not merely a defense of Israel; it explores the deeper truths underpinning the Jewish state's existence, resilience, and role in historical and contemporary global dynamics.

by Dr. Tim Orr
Cultural Dialogue   -   Oct 21, 2024 Shielding Tradition, Stifling Inquiry: The False Decolonization of Joseph Lombard’s Quranic Studies
Shielding Tradition, Stifling Inquiry: The False Decolonization of Joseph Lombard’s Quranic Studies

In this article, I will delve into the work of Joseph Lombard, who advocates for “decolonizing” Quranic studies. My analysis will highlight the strengths and weaknesses of his argument and explore broader questions about what decolonization means for religious scholarship.

by Dr. Tim Orr
Tim's Story   -   Oct 19, 2024 From Dialogue to Dissection: How a London Protest Transformed My Scholarly Approach to Islamic Studies
From Dialogue to Dissection: How a London Protest Transformed My Scholarly Approach to Islamic Studies

This event was not just a shock to my senses but a pivotal moment that transformed my scholarly focus. I knew then that my academic journey needed to shift from dialogue to dissection, from ecumenical engagement to unyielding intellectual rigor.

by Dr. Tim Orr
Faith, Fury, and the Future: Unpacking Hamas' Theological War Against Israel
Islamic Antisemitism   -   Nov 01, 2024 Faith, Fury, and the Future: Unpacking Hamas' Theological War Against Israel

This analysis goes beyond surface-level understandings of Hamas as simply a political actor, framing the group within the rich and often fraught theological tradition of Islamism—a perspective critical for fully grasping the role Hamas plays in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestine.

by Dr. Tim Orr
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Islamic Antisemitism   -   Nov 01, 2024 Faith, Fury, and the Future: Unpacking Hamas' Theological War Against Israel
Faith, Fury, and the Future: Unpacking Hamas' Theological War Against Israel

This analysis goes beyond surface-level understandings of Hamas as simply a political actor, framing the group within the rich and often fraught theological tradition of Islamism—a perspective critical for fully grasping the role Hamas plays in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestine.

by Dr. Tim Orr
Evangelical Insights   -   Oct 29, 2024 Why Christians Must Consider Policies, Not Just Candidates, in the 2024 Election
Why Christians Must Consider Policies, Not Just Candidates, in the 2024 Election

This piece delves into the major issues at stake, focusing on why many Christians find aspects of the Democratic platform troubling.

by Dr. Tim Orr
Religious Misconceptions   -   Oct 28, 2024 The "Greater Jihad" and the "Lesser Jihad": A Deep Dive into Islamic Struggle
The "Greater Jihad" and the "Lesser Jihad": A Deep Dive into Islamic Struggle

This deeper exploration seeks to unravel these layers and question how the balance between the two forms of jihad has shifted across different historical and ideological landscapes.

by Dr. Tim Orr
Religious Understanding   -   Oct 26, 2024 Islamic Imperialism: From Ancient Conquests to Today’s Global Ambitions
Islamic Imperialism: From Ancient Conquests to Today’s Global Ambitions

In this analysis, I want to unpack the historical and theological roots of Islamic imperialism and set them against the founding of Israel.

by Dr. Tim Orr
Oct 24, 2024 Understanding God’s Mercy in the Qur’an and the Bible: A Profound Exploration
Understanding God’s Mercy in the Qur’an and the Bible: A Profound Exploration

By Dr. Tim Orr Mercy—it’s one of the most sought-after qualities in the world. We all long for it, whether from a loved one, a stranger, or even ourselves. But mercy takes on an even deeper significance when it comes to God. How do two of the world’

by Dr. Tim Orr
Middle East Analysis   -   Oct 23, 2024 Israel Unveiled: The Truth Behind Its Fight for Freedom, Justice, and Survival
Israel Unveiled: The Truth Behind Its Fight for Freedom, Justice, and Survival

This article is not merely a defense of Israel; it explores the deeper truths underpinning the Jewish state's existence, resilience, and role in historical and contemporary global dynamics.

by Dr. Tim Orr
Cultural Dialogue   -   Oct 21, 2024 Shielding Tradition, Stifling Inquiry: The False Decolonization of Joseph Lombard’s Quranic Studies
Shielding Tradition, Stifling Inquiry: The False Decolonization of Joseph Lombard’s Quranic Studies

In this article, I will delve into the work of Joseph Lombard, who advocates for “decolonizing” Quranic studies. My analysis will highlight the strengths and weaknesses of his argument and explore broader questions about what decolonization means for religious scholarship.

by Dr. Tim Orr
Tim's Story   -   Oct 19, 2024 From Dialogue to Dissection: How a London Protest Transformed My Scholarly Approach to Islamic Studies
From Dialogue to Dissection: How a London Protest Transformed My Scholarly Approach to Islamic Studies

This event was not just a shock to my senses but a pivotal moment that transformed my scholarly focus. I knew then that my academic journey needed to shift from dialogue to dissection, from ecumenical engagement to unyielding intellectual rigor.

by Dr. Tim Orr
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