"Liberal Islam" is an umbrella term covering the thoughts and work of Muslims who share parallel concerns with Western liberalism: ideas such as separation of church and state, democracy, the rights of women and minorities, freedom of thought, and human progress. [MORE] Ijtihad (4) News & Media (3) Organizations (6) People (18) 1. Liberal Islam.net - A collection of articles on progressive Islamic theology, by Zeeshan Hasan. 2. Averroes Foundation for Faith and Reason in Islam NEW! - A network for scholars and others, inspired by Abul-Walid Ibn Rushd (Averroes), who want to be rational and spiritual, faithful and critical; includes their mission, articles, and a forum. 3. Ijtihad - A collection of liberal articles by Dr Muqtedar Khan, on Islam and politics, particularly covering issues affecting Muslims in America. Includes details of his publications, and his blog, musing on global affairs. 4. Liberal Islam - A Sourcebook - A book edited by Charles Kurzman, of the University of North Carolina; includes brief details, and extensive links. 5. Liberal Movements Within Islam - A Wikipedia article discussing the emergence of modern liberal groups within Islam.

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