Today’s report involves the history and the rumors surrounding one of the most intricate and potentially dangerous individuals to have access to our world, we speak, of course of Hasan Ibn Al-Haythum. Hasan is known for in the past as an Arab mathematician, astronomer, and physicists during what is known as the Islamic Golden Age. He is widely known as the first scientist, as he conducted the first experiment around the year 985 nd proved light was more than just a wave. What was left out of history was his secret desire for the dark arts, and everything that goes along with it. He, or better described now as it, is a being not of the life, not anymore, but a pseudo-puppet, moving through our world as if inspired by a silent wind, graceful yet curious. I believe this silent wind is some dark deity of great power, that not of human understanding. Some would describe him a simple merchant, others would give him the name, arms dealer, extortionist, fool, hoarder, the list of titles goes on for some time, but frankly not all words are not nearly enough to provide context. And the context surrounding Hasan, if it can even be called that, remains to be proven as factual evidence. We have pieces, no crumbs of information grounded in reality, but most of our knowledge …show more content…
As soon as an item of interest gripped your mind, it was hard to loosen it. The first item I gazed upon was that of a helmet, forged from what seemed to be bones of some creature. I could feel its focus, as if it had sentience, as if it were putting me in a trance, consuming my mind, sorting through my thoughts and placing new thoughts inside of me, the whispers…..compelled me to hold it, to imagine itself upon my very own skull, seeing through my very own eyes. Engraved at the base of the skull was one simple phrase…..O bearer mine. Then the whispers spoke, and they spoke
The Wickedest Man on Earth, or as addressed to by his own mother, the Great Beast, is known for many things. He was a controversial author and a founder of mystic and magic occult philosophies, as well as his pleasure-seeking and sexual adventurism (Champion). Alister Crowley created quite a following upon the birth of his beliefs and philosophies included in “The Book of the Law”, which was his cult’s, the Thelema, own ‘bible’.
The article also discusses the origins of Islam as well as the beliefs of Islam. The theme in volume two is the “relationship between the expansion and fragmentation of Islamdom into autonomous, local dynasties” (Turner 192). According to the author, “The background of Islam was the emergence in the Axial Age of a new conception of religion, not as a tribal commitment” (Turner 192). The main issue of the religion was the fact that other Muslim communities were challenged by different religions and the refusal to accept the teaching of Islam. The author also discusses the rise of sufism. The author refers to sufism as relgious cement (Turner 193). Turner mentions that the author of The Venture of Islam would like to see Islamic influences in technological advances because of the moral roots of
It has been confirmed that both “The Crucible” and American post 9/11 reactions were not only explosive, but harmful to many innocent people. Project Salam reported that “hundreds of innocent Muslims have been targeted, prosecuted, and convicted in the hysteria and fear following 9/11” (Jackson, Callan). Meanwhile, it is known know that “More than 200 people were accused of practicing witchcraft—the Devil's magic—and 20 were executed” (Blumberg). Both events resulted in unjust situations for a lot of people. The
...t agitation, listening attentively, catching and fearing each sound as if it were to announce the approach of the demonical corpse which I had so miserably given life.”
In the account “Usamah ibn-Munqidh Describes the Franks” 11, Usamah Muniqidh, a physician, describes some of the medical/ religious practices of the Franks. He tells about a Frankish woman who was suffering from imbecility and the ways in which the Franks attempted to cure her. He explains that the Franks said she was possessed by a devil, so they treated her by shaving off her hair and cutting into her head.12 He explains that the woman eventually died from the treatment. By highlighting this practice, Usamah Muniqidh gives evidence that he found this particular religious form of medicine to be both foolish and
E.K. Hornbeck through his language in “Inherit the Wind” (1955) tries to show the town of Hillsboro the way that their thoughts are harmful and wrong. Hornbeck backs that up by using a sarcastic tone to show them how ridiculous they are being, by using metaphors and similies to give the citizens context from the outside world that they might not always consider due to their closed mindedness, and by using syntax to prove that he is better than them and making himself and his views credible. His purpose is to get the town to change their viewpoint so they can see that they need to move forward with the time. He establishes a superior relationship with his audience of small town people with narrow viewpoints who need to learn to be more accepting.
According to the Islamic faith, God created three beings: angels, humans and jinn. Man was made from dust, angels were made from light, and the jinn were made from fire (Ali, 1950). Similar to the Christian faith, Muslims believe in the existence of archangels such as Gabriel and Michael, as well as Satan, whom Muslims believe to be the most well-known jinn. Although the Qur’an states that angels and jinn are immaterial beings, there are still many folktales and superstitions that say otherwise, especially in stories about jinn (Ali, 1950). This paper will explore the origins, roles, and stories about both angels and jinn, providing evidence from the Qur’an, Muslim scholars, and popular tales.
At last I arrived, unmolested except for the rain, at the hefty decaying doors of the church. I pushed the door and it obediently opened, then I slid inside closing it surreptitiously behind me. No point in alerting others to my presence. As I turned my shoulder, my gaze was held by the magnificence of the architecture. It never fails to move me. My eyes begin by looking at the ceiling, and then they roam from side to side and finally along the walls drinking in the beauty of the stained glass windows which glowed in the candle light, finally coming to rest on the altar. I slipped into the nearest pew with the intention of saying a few prayers when I noticed him. His eyes were fixated upon me. I stared at the floor, but it was too late, because I was already aware that he wasn’t one of the priests, his clothes were all wrong and his face! It seemed lifeless. I felt so heavy. My eyes didn’t want to obey me. Neither did my legs. Too late I realised the danger! Mesmerised, I fell asleep.
The scene that introduces the audience to Matthew Harrison Brady, in Inherit the Wind, (Dir. Stanley Kramer. With Spencer Tracy, Frederic March, and Gene Kelly. MGM. 1960) uses dialogue, composition, camera work and music to develop Matthew Brady. Kramer reveals important information about the plot of the film in this scene. The scene opens with a bird's eye view shot of the town of Hillsboro, and focuses in on the movement of the parade below. The camera comes to rest on the convertible that transports Brady and his wife. The town of Hillsboro welcomes the well-known politician. He will serve the town by being the prosecutor in a trial about evolution, similar to that of the historical Scopes Trial. This scene, where we first meet Brady, reveals his strong character, and the role of savior that the town expects him to play. Through the development of Brady, Kramer also introduces us to the issues of religion and politics. Stanley Kramer, the director, introduces the audience to two key ideas in the very first shot of the scene. He does this through the use of background tools, like music and scenery. As the camera fades in from the previous scene, music begins to play, and a group of women sing a religious hymn, "Give me that old time religion." The extremely loud music continues for the duration of the parade. At first the audience doesn't know the source of the music, but as the parade comes to an end, the camera focuses on a group of militant looking women, who march and sing. This song draws the audience into the impending controversy over religion. It expresses the entire town's point of view on the issue. The audience can see that religion affects the soc...
Al Ghazali a significant person in Islam has helped shape Islam to be what it is today - a living religious tradition for the lives of its adherents. His contribution to Islam though his theories, knowledge and works have left a positive impact upon the Islamic world that continues into the present. An everlasting impact upon the faith, Muslims and the expansion of Islam to be one of the most popular religious traditions in the present world for the lives of its adherents is seen as Al Ghazali’s
Words and emotions can be communicated through the use of poetry and song. They can reflect hope, desire, melancholy or grief. In today’s modern world technology has majorly impacted the way people communicate and express their opinions and share beliefs. Even though times have changed, poetry and lyrics will always have significance in any situation. The Sound of Silence by musical duo Simon and Garfunkel explores the lack of communication between people. In poetry the theme of communication is conveyed more subtlety in the poems The Street by Octavia Paz and Milking before Dawn by Ruth Dallas. These three artists have effectively used poetry and song lyrics to express communication using different techniques. They are all both poetically effective and wonderfully written.
The students become priests are apt to preach a religious war. Rather than studying modern math or literature, the students study the ancient topics of astrology, alchemy, and divination. They study the mystic numbers, the influence of stars and demons, which Loti states have disappeared from the rest of the world. (Loti, Pg.
Over the years my family has taken numerous road trips across the country. During these trips we would pass through countless wind farms which would peak my curiosity. Therefore, I decided to do some research into wind turbines.
There are many different sources of energy that are naturally available throughout the world in different forms. There are two types of energy: renewable and non-renewable. Non-renewable is made from fossil fuels; which can include oil, coal and wood. They are non-renewable because they are not regenerated immediately, and it can take between 100-100,000 years to make a fossil fuel. They are important because they produce constant energy throughout the world. This is because of their high availability. The problem with non-renewable energy is that, when burned, they release harmful greenhouse gasses into the atmosphere. Especially when the world, as a whole, is using too much too quickly; and therefore the earth cannot replenish the fuels naturally or quickly enough. Renewable sources of energy are obtained from different natural sources. A benefit about this kind of energy is that it can be replaced and it is sustainable. Renewable energy is important because it is used significantly in electricity generation and heating. It is also important because it can be replenished, and therefore it is better for the environment.
In this book , Esposito provides a succinct, up-to-date survey of the Islamic experience, an introduction to the faith, belief, and practice of Islam from its origins to its contemporary resurgence. He traces the emergence and development of this dynamic faith and its impact on world history and politics. He discusses the formation of Islamic belief and practice (law, theology, philosophy, and mysticism), chronicling the struggle of Muslims to define and adhere to their Islamic way of life. Equally important is the essential information Esposito provides on the contemporary world of Islam, from Muslim responses to the challenges of colonialism and modernization to the reassertion of Islam in politics and society.