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In a harrowing story of lost innocence and shattered identities, two young lives are swept up in a storm of calamity and betrayal. An Iraqi child, ripped from the warm embrace of his family, finds himself in the clutches of strangers in a foreign country. While the boy's desperate family searches tirelessly for their beloved son, the kidnappers weave a web of lies to erase his past, forging a cruel destiny that will test the bonds of fraternity and love.Against a backdrop of global unrest, the stolen child and his unexpected natural brother try to forge their own paths, tied by a deep friendship, in a world torn apart by violence and deceit. From the uncontrollable violence in Afghanistan to the turbulent waters of the Euphrates, the destiny breaks the sky with a story of love between two who would never imagine loving each other. Among the rubble, death and destruction, the deepest, most real and sincere love story is born. A love rooted in the soul and deep in the heart. Love that glorifies life and means death; the threads of family, love and loyalty will be stretched to the breaking point.Tears on the Euphrates delves into the profound impact of family and identity amid the harsh realities of a world at war, intertwining the fates of two boys with the turbulent geopolitics that define the divide between East and West. Through their eyes, we explore the moving and unyielding search for truth, belonging, and redemption in a world yearning for hope.

A photo-essay focusing on two children living in Israel--one Palestinian and one Jewish--who, in spite of their differences and the longstanding conflicts in the region, learn to play and share ideas together at summer camp.

Mettàtron was born in Puerto Belgrano (Argentina), in a middle class family, with the name of Roberto Guillermo F. Gomes. Since he was a child he listened to the Om and perceived the spiritual eye in the ajna chakra. During his adolescence, at the age of 16, he had a decisive moment for his later spiritual life. He went with some high school friends to see the movie "Brother Sun, Sister Moon" by Franco Zeffirelli and at the very moment when the actor who played the role of St. Francis of Assisi had the vision of God, Yogi's mind went into samadhi. Leaving the theater in a trance-like state, he was drawn to the shore and went to the tip of a breakwater. There his "third eye" spontaneously opened and the night was illuminated. He saw trillions of beings occupying the firmament and all in chorus were saying "Lord of Heaven, save us!". Then he wondered to whom they were speaking thus, and as he thought this his attention was seized by a divine force from on High. Suddenly he knew that he was in front of the Creator, he saw before him a source of intense light, unbearable to see from the front. Surprisingly, he heard a deep and sweet voice that said to him, "Son, you are Spirit".

This book, first ethnographic attempt, examines negated spaces, practices, and relationships that have been intentionally or unintentionally dismissed from academic and non-academic studies, articles, reports, and policy papers that investigate and debate the experiences of Coptic Orthodox Christians in Egypt. By taking the Coptic identity and faith to bars, liquor stores, coffeehouses, weed gatherings, prisons, casinos, night clubs, brothels, dating applications, and porn sites, this book argues that airing out this "e;dirty laundry"e; points to the limits of victimhood and activist narratives that shape the representation of Coptic grievances and interests on both national and international levels. By introducing misfits who exist in the shadows of the well-studied Coptic rituals, traditions, miracles, saints' apparitions, and street protests, the book highlights the contradiction between the centrality of sin to the (Coptic) Christian tradition and theology, on one hand, and on the other hand the dismissal of lives that are dominantly labelled as sinful while simultaneously studying Copts as agents or victims of history and in today's Egyptian society. Drawing on many years of fieldwork accompanied and preceded by periods the author spent as a student and a lay servant in different forms of services in the Coptic Orthodox Church, the book acknowledges the recent anthropological work that is critical of how the secular West and its academia misrepresent God and His believers in the Middle East. However, the fact that this book extends its arguments from "e;ethnographic confessions"e; collected from who deal with God on a daily basis since their childhood, it investigates the implications and consequences of inviting God to be part of an anthropological study that complicates aspects of repentance and salvation among the largest Christian minority in the Middle East.

Searching reflections on the crisis in Israel and Gaza by Pulitzer Prize-winning historian of the Holocaust

"[T]ells the thrilling and all-but-forgotten tale of an extraordinary artist and entrepreneur who fought setback after setback to create a wonder of the modern world. The quixotic and visionary sculptor Fraedaeric Auguste Bartholdi not only forged this 151-foot-tall colossus in a workshop in Paris and transported her across the ocean, but battled furiously to raise money for her construction, with little help from France or America. Notables of his age, including Ulysses S. Grant, Joseph Pulitzer, Victor Hugo, Gustave Eiffel, and Thomas Edison, were drawn into his scheme, which became one of the most audacious public projects the world had ever seen"--Back cover.

Jerusalem, the City of Herod and Saladin is a fascinating history of the city which starts from 0 A.D. to the end of the 19th century. It includes a lengthy history of the city during the crusades. Walter Besant was a prolific British novelist and historian in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, known for works such as "All Sorts and Conditions of Men" and "Dorothy Forster".

Las noticias globales de hoy continúan incitando a los seguidores de Jesús a estudiar sus Biblias para comprender los conflictos que arrasan entre la iglesia y sus críticos, entre Israel y sus vecinos, de hecho, entre Israel y el resto del mundo.¿Qué tan bien conoce la historia de las relaciones entre Israel y Palestina? ¿Existe una solución a esta lucha aparentemente interminable por la tierra, por la paz y por la supervivencia?El Dr. Willem J. Ouweneel es un experto en la historia de este conflicto. Más que eso, con una lente centrada en la Biblia, examina los malentendidos y engaños generalizados que se utilizan con fines propagandísticos y para hacer que la gente elija un bando.Con veinte tesis o proposiciones, el Dr. Ouweneel despeja la niebla de información errónea para que podamos ver (¡y orar!) con claridad mientras esperamos el regreso del Mesías. ¡Lea esto, infórmese y ore fervientemente!

"Solidarity in Action: How to Support Israel on College Campuses" is a comprehensive guide for students, activists, and community members passionate about advocating for Israel in the complex and diverse environment of college campuses. This practical and informative book provides a roadmap for understanding the challenges and opportunities in Israel advocacy, offering strategies and best practices to navigate the unique landscape of higher education institutions.Within the pages of this book, readers will find a wealth of knowledge, including how to engage with diverse student groups, communicate effectively, establish pro-Israel student organizations, organize impactful events and activities, and build strong alliances with allies. The book emphasizes the importance of countering common myths and misconceptions surrounding Israel and fostering inclusivity on campus.Readers will also gain insights into addressing challenges and controversies, supporting student well-being, and planning for the future of pro-Israel advocacy. The book encourages a constructive and respectful approach to advocacy and provides guidance on making a lasting impact within the campus community."Solidarity in Action" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in promoting a positive understanding of Israel on college campuses, fostering open dialogue, and creating a more inclusive and informed environment for all students. It serves as a guide to empower advocates to take action and make a difference in the ongoing discussions about Israel on college campuses.

This action-packed thriller follows retired intelligence officer Jason Stouter in his mission for peace in the Middle East as he confronts his old nemesis, Kahlil Zufar. As the Middle East conflict reaches its climax, Jason finds himself in the midst of a secret group of genetic engineers who have developed a highly selective virus. Their goal is to blackmail Israel and Arab nations into agreeing to peace. However, Jason soon discovers that his nemesis has hijacked the virus for his own nefarious purposes, putting the entire mission at risk.With the help of his friend in the FBI and two seductive but dangerous women, Jason embarks on a dangerous journey across the Florida Keys, Jackson Hole, Boston, Israel, and Jordan to stop the virus from spreading and to ensure that peace prevails. As he unravels the mystery behind Zufar's ultimate vision, Jason must use all his skills to thwart the deadly plan and protect innocent lives.

لقد كانت تلك الليلة الباردة في طريقي للطائف صَعْبةً؛ عندما ظهر لي ذلك الجمل كسراب يقترب شيئاً فشيئاً، لمْ أكن أتصور أنهُ يحمل على ظهره تلك الوليدة، أدركت حينها أن أمامي خيارين، أحدهما ما رسمْتُه لنفسي، والآخر ما جلبته لي الأقدار.. وكانت الرحلة في طريق تحمُّل المشاق، وتلك الأمانة التي لم أكن أحسب حسابها قبل تلك الليلة (مُصعب). نظن أننا من نرسم طُرقنا ومساراتنا في هذه الحياة، إلَّا إنَّ الواقِع هو أنَّنا مَن نختَارُها، وما أصعَب أنْ يوضَع الإنسان بين طُرق رسمتها الأقدار له وحَرَمَتْه حقَّ الاختيار فيما بينها (سُودة). لمْ تكُنِ الفُرَص لتطرِق أبوابنا، ولكن عندما ابتسم لنا القدر ودقَّت الفُرص نوافذنا وأبوابنا، لم نمنع غريزتنا الانتهازية مِنْ قَنْصِها وتحويلها لصالحنا، وإن كانت تطرق نوافذنا وأبوابنا بالخطأ (صفية).

The book summarizes important data on cross-sectional topics of heterogeneity, diversity, social justice, human rights, and inclusion in the educational sector in Iraq and in the autonomous region of Kurdistan. Scientists from Iraq, Germany and Austria jointly describe international perspectives and regional approaches to inclusion in the destabilized country of Iraq and autonomous region of Kurdistan. The authors demonstrate findings, conditions, and future perspectives, presenting approaches to action at the local level and indicating necessities for action. On a superregional level, the book can help educational governments and scientists who are in a similar process under similar conditions by describing approaches for researching and reforming infrastructure for developing countries and post-war countries.

"Travel with George from the small town of Mexico, New York to college, seminary, and a long journey in 1898 to Bahrain in the Persian Gulf as a new and eager Christian missionary. He became the seventh member of the Arabian Mission. The Mission's goal--to bring the good news of Jesus Christ to the homeland of Islam--became George's passion. After arriving in Bahrain, George embarked on the required one-year rigorous Arabic language training. He made tremendous strides in a short time. His friends and family knew his knowledge, skills, experiences, and fortitude held promise for a long, productive career. In 1899, George willingly accepted an unexpected reassignment to the mission station in Muscat, Oman. The married couple there needed to leave due to serious health issues. The mission house's repairs and the eighteen rescued slave boys in the mission's school needed healthy leadership. George's sacrificial service helped spare the married couple for an additional forty years of service in the Middle East. His coworker, who replaced him, failed to arrive as scheduled by several weeks. This situation created the perfect storm for George's modest but crucial heroism to show itself then, and now, in this full-length account of his short life."--Page 4 of cover.

According to Rami Elias Kremesti, nothing in life is worse than living in ignorance... After many years of living in depression, fear, anxiety, hate and confusion, the author feels he is finally emancipated and enlightened and wants to bring a taste of this sweetness to the reader... In his third book, he talks about the accomplishments of the Jewish people, the same people that were and are still demonized in his home country of Lebanon. Rami was lucky he was able to escape from the toxic milieu of Lebanon after the end of the civil war. Instead of East, he went to the decadent "West" where paradoxically, he tasted the truth in the poetry of Rumi in Los Angeles, which was his home for about six years. There he also met some Jewish people that became his lifelong loyal friends. As Rumi puts it, his soul caught fire... He discovered the meaning of loving one's enemy and turning the other cheek... You see dear reader, when one tastes divine love, all pettiness, anger, and attachment dissolves... One starts to see unity instead of division... All religions, one praise, as Rumi puts it...In his first book, The Other Cheek of Islam, he reached out to his Muslim brothers. In his second book, For Love of the Sacred Awe, he talks about beauty and aesthetic. In his third one he reaches out to his Jewish brothers.

Desert Tales of the Emirates is a very inspiring, illuminating, and exciting story which educates the reader about the history of the UAE. It is a journey through the UAE's heritage and culture revealing how the Emirates evolved over time. The story is based on the evolution of life in the UAE, recognizing the importance of peace, love, diversity, and excellence accomplished at each stage.

The complete poems of the priestess Enheduana, the world’s first known author, newly translated from the original Sumerian

Kathryn Silver-Hajo's debut novel paints an unforgettable portrait of the life of young protagonist, Noor, as she navigates the dangers of civil war in her native Lebanon and the challenges of life in the diaspora in the New York City of the 1970s. Silver-Hajo deftly portrays the tragedy of a country torn apart by sectarian conflict, but also the excitement of the teenaged narrator's coming-of-age adventures. But when her mother reveals a closely-held secret, Noor is shaken, yet wiser and more determined than ever to define her place in the world. The characters and events that animate Roots of the Banyan Tree promise to burrow deep in readers' hearts and refuse to be forgotten.

Believing that he loves his beautiful pet bird too much to set it free, a wealthy merchant discovers that animals are sometimes better at learning by example than humans are.

Poetry collection by Michal Rubin

When a little boy wakes up with a dry throat, the adults around him try remedies that only complicate matters and make the condition worse, ignoring what young readers will see as the obvious solution.

This is how you achieve changeFridays for Future. Just Stop Oil. Black Lives Matter.From Greta Thunberg's inspiring school strike in Sweden to emerging 'hacktivism' in Ethiopia and Iran to the toppling of the statue of a notorious slave trader in Britain, Barney Cullum travels around the world to find out how disruptors are fighting for a better future. Meet the dissidents campaigning for democracy in Moscow and Istanbul, activists in the Sahel, Palestine, Brazil, and Ukraine, a commune claiming underground energy in Denmark and climate emergency protesters across Europe. Everywhere Cullum goes, he asks: how are you achieving change? Find out the secrets of successful movements for social change, including:What made Ireland U-turn on abortion?How did Taiwan's students resist when Hong Kong's could not?What persuaded Britain to reform its drug laws?How did peace finally break out in Colombia?Reviews"Making a Movement is a call to action but also a great insight into some of the leading international campaigns over the last ten years, which gives a sense of hope and aspiration for the next generation of campaigners and activists." - Patrick Vernon OBE, Windrush Campaigner"Jam-packed with stories of collective action, Barney Cullum deftly brings to life the lives and passions of people who have been driven to action for a better world. Whatever your perspective on their campaigns, we all have things to learn from their imagination and skill in drawing people together to bring change." - Abigail Thomas, Hopeful Activists Podcast Host"Making a Movement delivers a wrecking ball to the unsustainable populism of the right." - Simon Speakman Cordall, Al Jazeera Journalist"If you read Barney Cullum's book, you will come away with comprehensive knowledge of the severe problems impacting people every day all over the world, but you will also feel utterly inspired to take action yourself. Powerful stories reframe the brave people and organisations who are truly taking risks to bring about positive change, all achieved in an accessible, fascinating way." - Lucy Skoulding, Human Rights Campaigner and Independent Journalist"Cullum skilfully weaves together and situates social movements, campaigns and their tactics around the world. Interviews with key and ordinary people are interlaced with stories of how he obtained access. Filled with illuminating behind-the-scenes accounts of current situations, poignant viewpoints include those of pacifist Russians and Belarusians on the war in the Ukraine. Closer to home in the UK, Cullum captures the senselessness of people locked up in psychiatric hospitals for years with no end in sight." - Valerie de Schaller, Amnesty International Grassroots Activist"Through interviews with activists and campaigners across the global spectrum, these chapters offer a crucial insight into environmental, political and human rights movements. From strike action, to street art, to direct action, this book is an argument for why a whole range of tactics are so critical to achieving real change. A captivating and meaningful read." - Ella Abraham, Praxis, For Migrants and Refugees Campaigner

The world has been baffled and troubled by the Israel-Palestine conflict for many years. It stands for one of the longest-running and most intricate disputes of our day, one that has eluded settlement and given rise to a wide range of feelings and viewpoints. With the help of this book, we hope to shed light on the many facets of this long-running conflict and provide readers with a comprehensive understanding of its background, major figures, various peace attempts, and the moving personal accounts that have come out of this unstable area. We hope to give you a thorough grasp of this complicated problem through the pages that follow, offering perspectives that go beyond the headlines and offering a glimmer of hope for a more peaceful future.On the global scene, the Israel-Palestine conflict has left a lasting impression. This area has experienced tensions, violence, and ceasefires that frequently seem to be short-lived for more than 70 years. The ramifications of this conflict surpass the local physical limits, including international relations, worldwide political trends, and humanitarian issues. The following sections attempt to provide a more thorough understanding of this complex problem by illuminating the conflict's historical causes and present situation.This book's chapters are meant to take you on a guided tour through the complexities of this long-standing struggle. We make an effort to present a comprehensive picture of the problems at hand, taking into account everything from its historical roots-the founding of the State of Israel and the expulsion of Palestinians-to the current difficulties that both parties are facing. Israel and Palestine, with the world's attention frequently fixed on this region, serve as symbols of the human spirit and the unwavering pursuit of peace. We hope that this book will not only educate readers, but also stimulate thought, compassion, and a fresh dedication to locating long-term solutions for the people who live on this unstable territory.