Opportunities for Lake County residents to learn about their Muslim neighbors have increased with a series of open hours at Islamic Foundation North in Libertyville.
The group, which has operated at 1751 O’Plaine Ave. since 2004 is hosting sessions on Sundays, once or twice a month, as part of its continuing outreach effort, according to Dr. Amin Nadeem, chairman of the foundation’s civic engagement committee.
“Although it’s a small effort, the philosophy is we just need to learn more about each other,” Nadeem said. “We also are trying to build up a long-term relationship with our neighbors,” he added.
Visitors are invited to learn about Islam by getting a basic understanding of Islam, having one-on-one discussions or taking an optional mosque tour.
The idea is to provide information and dispel myths, Nadeem said.
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O mankind! We created you from a single (pair) of a male and a female, and made you into nations and tribes, that ye may know each other (not that ye may despise (each other). Verily the most honoured of you in the sight of God is (he who is) the most righteous of you. And God has full knowledge and is well acquainted (with all things). ~ Quran 49:13