Academic Research
Part of our heritage is the academic research conducted in matters that are of importance to the Muslim community in America. Topics discussed include financial matters, political involvement, interfaith, youth, arbitration and a variety of others.
Political Involvement of Muslims living in the West (2006)
A scholastic study of the Islamic Political system discussing political plurality in Islamic law, doctrinal slips and challenges, a review of literature of supporters and opponents of political activism, the role of women in political activism, objectives of Islamic political work in American society, amongst other topics.
Contemporary Investment Models and Islamic Law (2005)
A discussion of insurance contracts, Islamic investment contracts, such as limited partnership, resale with specification of gain, leasing, and partnership ending in ownership. Also, a review of modern day mortgage finance and the study of the activities of advertised Shariah compliant mortgage companies in America like Guidance, LaRiba, Amana, etc.
