"Islam stands in a long line of Semitic, prophetic religious traditions that share an uncompromising monotheism, and b…"

"In many ways, local populations found Muslim rule more flexible and tolerant than that of Byzantium and Persia. Relig…"

"[B]laming Islam is a simple answer, easier and less controversial than re-examining the core political issues and gri…"

"We find statements by religious, polital leaders and the media that incite Islamophobia. I'm going to give you some, …"

"For him delicious flavors dwell In books as in old Muscatel."

"And in the evening, everywhere Along the roadside, up and down, I see the golden torches flare Like lighted street-la…"

"Song like a rose should be; Each rhyme a petal sweet; For fragrance, melody, That when her lips repeat The words, her…"

"The hunter catches a dreadful prey, the seaman steers his ship into an unspeakable harbor, the plowman sows and reaps…"

"You are the king no doubt, but in one respect, at least, I am your equal: the right to reply. I claim that privilege …"

"When Hector heard that challenge he rejoiced and right in the no man's land along his lines he strode, gripping his s…"