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...circulation of the Book of Wisdom, and only a pious Druze (known as a “sheikh”) has the privilege of reading the holy book alongside “sheikhs” who understand it. This has led to widespread acceptance of the ignorance of the faith...
Despite all challenges, there is a deep sense of pride in being a Druze. Given that the Druze faith is based on different religions, including Islam, Christianity, and Hinduism, it is a real loss to allow this unique religious identity to wither. It is estimated that there are approx 1.5 million Druze worldwide, but there are no reliable updated statistics or population-trend analyses studies that can educate us about the future survival of the Druze as a community...
...survival of the Druze community and faith compels further research. The establishment of a Druze library is a critical starting point. Preserving relics such as books, articles, manuscripts, and photos will ensure the protection of Druze religion, history, culture, and heritage. At Harvard, we need to think about developing a minorities program to conduct research, organize events, and collect minorities’ heritage in our libraries...
Ultimately, the survival of the Druze will largely depend on the young Druze educated professional class and their ability to establish an international committee to reform the tenets of the Druze faith that are in conflict with modern times...
...many fans no longer respect him. His name is synonymous with lying, cheating, and infamy. Bonds’ records were achieved with the use of a host of chemicals, used as performance enhancers, and his records will forever be tainted with a proverbial asterisk, and many fans’ faith in professional athletics heretofore spurred. It is no question that Americans love to hate athletes who abuse performance-enhancing drugs...