2005, Issue 2

Factors that contributed to the Islamic Translation Series add up to far more than just chance in the mind of Daniel C. Peterson, professor of Islamic studies at BYU. Since the earliest conception in 1993, Peterson has felt the hand of providence in his work.

Ancient and modern prophets have repeatedly reminded us of the sacred responsibility we have toward each other. The opportunity and obligation to serve our neighbors is codified in the great commandment...

Art is a medium of expression where the individual and culture come together. What happens to the individual artist when culture becomes a tool of the government? How does politics impact art as an expression of the times? Can art and culture survive and overcome government repression?

Among Xhosas (Ko-saws) in South Africa, storytelling is a magnificent art. Their stories are more than mere entertainment. Xhosa scholar Harold Scheub says storytelling for the Xhosa people is “not only a primary means of entertainment and artistic expression in the society, it is also the major educational device".

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