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Nazareth's Sufis bullied by fellow Muslims

Sheikh Ghassan Menasra espouses a mystical and progressive form of Islam, embracing music and interfaith cooperation. But some fundamentalist Muslims reject the inclusive teachings and are responding with threats and violence.

By Lauren Gelfond Feldinger | 07:50 10.08.12 |

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For decades, the mystical Sufis in Nazareth have celebrated Islam through music and poetry without considering themselves in danger.

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