Lamyaa Hashim
Lamyaa Hashim has lectured internationally on Islamic and Middle Eastern Socio-Economics and Palestinian issues for over 25 years. She served as the world news editor for Islamic Horizons magazine in the early nineties, and her journalism and poems have appeared in various publications around the world and translated into several languages. She reported live from the Middle East as a correspondent for the radio program Sout El-Arab Wel Aruba (Voice of the Arabs and Arabia), and is an avid human rights supporter.
Having lived and traveled all over the world and the United States, she has gained rare insights into people and places that are generally little understood. In each place, she has taken an interest in learning their folkloric traditions and lifestyles along the way, and thus has picked up skills in wool and fiber spinning, weaving, felting, needle arts, cheese making, soap making and natural and “folk” healing.
Journalistic specialties and interest: Islam: Practices, Beliefs and Law, Middle Eastern Affairs, Palestinian Issues, Arabic and Islamic History, Rural Living, Natural/Healthy Lifestyles, Palestinian and Rural American Folklore, World Travel, Environmental Issues, Archaeology of the Middle East, Canaanite Studies and Homeschooling. Lamyaa is a member of the Muslimah Writers Alliance, the Muslim American Journalists Association, Midwest Writers Guild and Reporters Sans Frontiers (Reporters Without Borders).
Her educational background includes Cardiovascular Science, Holistic Nutrition, Political Science/Modern Middle Eastern Studies and Islamic Jurisprudence, having studied in both the United States and Saudi Arabia.
Currently, she is working on a children’s book series and a compilation of her poetry, prose and photos reflecting life in the Palestinian Diaspora.
Latest Articles
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Poetry of Revolution
Throughout history, poetry has served as a call to arms for nations to unite in times of war and then as a romantic historical account of how those wars played out.
Dec 14, 2008
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Healthy Kitchen Overhaul
One problem when attempting to start eating healthy is to backslide into unhealthy items still lurking in the unpurged cabinet. Without proper tools, fast foods tempt.
Dec 14, 2008
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The Art of Re-purposing
Most everyone wants to make the world a better place, but many simply don't know how. Even those only interested in their pocket can effect change. Here are some ideas.
Dec 13, 2008
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Hot Spiced Apple Cider with a Twist
While in England, Apple Cider refers to fermented, crushed apples - this version of Wassail is fresh, and not just good tasting, but can do wonders for your health!
Dec 11, 2008
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Observance of Eid Al-Adha
Islam recognizes only 2 holidays. While they are similar in some ways, Eid Al-Adha is quite different in many ways than Eid Al-Fitr - including who observes it.
Dec 3, 2008
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The Background of Hajj
Around 2500 years before the appearance of the prophet Muhammad, the area surrounding the Ka'aba in Mecca was already a center of religious and commercial activity.
Nov 28, 2008
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Rulings Regarding Timing of Eid
On Sept. 29, 2008 the Islamic Society of North America and the European Fiqh Council stated that Eid-ul-Fitr would be Oct.1, despite precedent set by Quran and Sunnah.
Sep 30, 2008
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Lessons Learned from Ramadan
What is learned in Ramadan doesn't end when Eid arrives. The Believer should be able to take away some valuable lessons, including a sense of gratitude for what one has.
Sep 28, 2008
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Fasting Six Days of Shawwal
After having fasted for the month of Ramadan, although not an obligation, it is recommended to fast for six additional days of the following lunar month (Shawwal).
Sep 28, 2008
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Celebrations on Eid Day
Eid Al-Fitr is a time to rejoice for the one who has successfully fasted the month of Ramadan. The day begins with a some dates, congregational prayer and a sermon.
Sep 22, 2008
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