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Islam( In The Eyes Of Western Media)

ISLAM

(THROUGH THE EYES OF WESTERN MEDIA)

By
Jasmine Bhangoo

The worldwide Islamic revival of the 1970s and the 11 September 2001 attacks
on the United States have prompted many to predict that the two cultures are
on a major collision course. Islam is the fastest growing religion in the
West. Nevertheless, the West
has many stereotypes and misconceptions about Islam that are due to the
media, prejudice, and ignorance. Islam is often looked upon as a
"extremist", "terrorist", or "fundamental" religion. Many people hate Islam
and do not want to acknowledge its true teachings. In many cases, the
media's reports about Islam are incorrect due to ignorance. This is one of
the reasons why the West often hates Islam. In contrast to what many
Westerners think of Islam, Islam is a peaceful religion, which does not
promote any forms of uncalled for fighting or "terrorist" actions.
Today, the West, with little or no understanding of Islamic history, has......


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