Faisal Hanif

Contributing Writer
Faisal Hanif - fh43
Faisal Hanif - fh43

I graduated in 2008 from the University of Leicester with Bachelor Hons in History. I have recently completed a Masters in the History of Asia and Africa from the School of Oriental and African Studies. At present I am undertaking a part time Arabic Language Course through Dar-al Marifa whilst pursuing writing ventures.

My major topics of interest are History, International Politics and Sport. I will hopefully continue to broaden my knowledge the, fruits of which I aim to present to you on Suite101.

Latest Articles

Islamic Bonds (Sukuk)
Sukuk is an Arabic term for financial certificates but is more commonly known as the Islamic equivalent of financial bonds.
Aug 6, 2011 - Faisal Hanif
Etiquettes with the Qur'an
Etiquettes with the Qur'an comprise of four major themes which one must adhere to when approaching the Qur'an for recitation or guidance.
Aug 4, 2011 - Faisal Hanif
Absolutism in England and France
In the Age of Absolutism; 17th & 18th Centuries why did the system that gave monarchs immense power succeed in France yet fail in England?
Dec 12, 2010 - Faisal Hanif
Ground Zero Mosque: Facts
The proposed New York Islamic Community Centre has caused controversy in America with many voicing opposition. Here we explore the facts behind the proposal
Aug 22, 2010 - Faisal Hanif
Shoaib Malik to Marry Sania Mirza
Former Pakistan Cricket Captain Shoaib Malik has confirmed that he is to wed Indian Tennis star Sania Mirza.
Mar 30, 2010 - Faisal Hanif
Charlie Wilson Dead
Ex US Congressman Charlie Nesbitt Wilson who is best remembered for supplying huge amounts of military equipment to the Afghan Mujahideen has died.
Feb 11, 2010 - Faisal Hanif
Daniel Streich Embraces Islam
The Swiss politician Daniel Streich, who rose to fame as a result of his opposition to mosques in his homeland, has now embraced the faith he reviled.
Feb 2, 2010 - Faisal Hanif
Haiti Under Papa Doc Duvalier
Media coverage of Haiti's devastating earthquake has revealed the impact of the nation's beleaguered history. This had much to do with its infamous leader, 'Papa Doc.'
Jan 21, 2010 - Faisal Hanif
Sayyid Qutb's Logic on Jahiliyyah
Sayyid Qutb believed that jahlilyyah was a natural and inevitable extension of man's usurption of God's sovereignty. Man in absolute authority is unjust.
Jan 5, 2010 - Faisal Hanif
The Condition of Jahiliyyah
Sayyid Qutb's analysis of the human condition is derieved from his understanding of the Qur'anic concept of jahiliyyah. For him the World had transgressed into ignorance.
Jan 5, 2010 - Faisal Hanif