Russia: Book On 'Love And Sex In Islam' Causing Controversy, But Scholars Say Topic Is Nothing Unusual

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Russia’s Ansar publishing house recently released a book titled “Love And Sex In Islam.” The collection of articles and fatwas — decrees issued by Islamic scholars — was first presented at a book fair in Moscow last summer and immediately became a best-seller. Russia’s muftiyat — or board on Islamic affairs — has criticized the book, which is being sold at most mosques with the word “sex” on its cover hidden.