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More importantly, they highlight that interaction between Muslims and Europeans goes much beyond sensationalist newspaper headlines regarding immigration or refugee related news, rather that there is, can be and have been positive relationships.įigure 2&3. Such articles highlighting the interactivity between Muslims and Europe, which spans back hundreds of years, can foster cultural awareness and intercultural respect. Amongst other countries, refugees sought safe haven in Sweden – the country where the ring was found. It was originally written in May 2015 during the height of the refugee crisis. This article was edited to fit Muslim Heritage website standards. It also aims to address the misconceptions surrounding the discussion of the Islamic World during medieval times along with the relationship between the Viking and Muslim Civilisation which demonstrates how far historical amnesia spans. This article aims to shed light on the transmission between the Viking and Muslim civilisation regarding this ring and beyond. It is worth noting however that this was not the only contact documented between the Viking and Muslim Civilisation. Some named it the “mysterious ring”, some actively deliberated and debated questions as well as made up theories of how or why it arrived in Sweden. The mystery surrounding how these vastly different cultures became intertwined has intrigued and continues to intrigue many. Dating back to March 2015, news regarding the discovery of a ring found on a Viking woman in an ancient burial ground with the inscription 'For/To Allah' erupted in mainstream media.