In this documentary, Rageh Omaar uncovers the hidden story of Europe's Islamic past and looks back to a golden age when European civilisation was enriched by Islamic learning. Rageh travels across medieval Muslim Europe to reveal the vibrant civilisation that Muslims brought to the West. This evocative film brings to life a time when emirs and caliphs dominated Spain and Sicily and Islamic scholarship swept into the major cities of Europe. His journey reveals the debt owed to Islam for its vital contribution to the European Renaissance. (courtesy BBC)
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
Lion of the Desert
Lion of the Desert is the dramatic action epic of the struggle of Omar Mukhtar, leader of the Muslim resistance in North Africa in the 1920’s and 30’s, against the imperialism of Mussolini and the Italian army. Despite the challenge of overcoming the fascist Italian war machine with only faith and wisdom, the Muslims led by Mukhtar maintained their resistance and refused to be conquered.
National Geographic: Inside Mecca
Journey to the very heart of Islam with this captivating documentary exploring the holy city of Mecca, a destination that receives 2 million visits each year from Muslims making the sacred pilgrimage known as haji. Learn about Mecca's historical significance in Islam and other major religions and experience the powerful spiritual, social and even physical meaning of the haji, as seen through the eyes of three pilgrims.
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