Muslima wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I'm not anti-Islam because i am too ignorant for that, but from the little I know, I would not approve of A) worshiping a man rather than a god and B) worshiping and following the advice of a soldier-man at that. How would a soldier help a people live in peace and be better people, which are things I think matter the most in a religion?

I think we are one of the only religions out there that totally reject worshiping of a man , idol, ect . In fact the declaration of faith for one who wants to embrace Islam is: "Ashadu Alla Ilaha Illallah wa ashhadu anna Muhammadan rasoolullah", which means when translated to English: "There is nothing worthy of worship but Allah; alone, and Muhammad is His Messenger." Worshiping anything else is to associate partners with Allah, and it is the only sin that would never be forgiven on the Day of Judgment.

Muslima wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Islam is the only religion I know that professes death to infidels.

This is not true, Islam doesn't profess death to infidels. One of the fundamental truths established by the sacred texts is that no one can be compelled to accept Islam.  It is the duty of Muslims to establish the proof of Islam to the people so that truth can be made clear from falsehood.  After that, whoever wishes to accept Islam may do so and whoever wishes to continue upon unbelief may do so.  No one should be threatened or harmed in any way if he does not wish to accept Islam. This is a right that God himself gave to the creation, so how can a Muslim take it upon himself to kill infidels?

Among the many decisive pieces of evidence in this regard are the following. Allah says:

“Let there be no compulsion in religion.  Truth has been made clear from error.  Whoever rejects false worship and believes in God has grasped the most trustworthy handhold that never breaks.  And God hears and knows all things.” (Quran 2:256)

Allah says:

“If it had been your Lord’s will, all of the people on Earth would have believed.  Would you then compel the people so to have them believe?” (Quran 10:99)

Allah says:

“So if they dispute with you, say ‘I have submitted my whole self to God, and so have those who follow me.’  And say to the People of the Scripture and to the unlearned: ‘Do you also submit yourselves?’  If they do, then they are on right guidance.  But if they turn away, your duty is only to convey the Message.  And in God’s sight are all of His servants.” (Quran 3:20)

Allah says:

“The Messenger’s duty is but to proclaim the Message.” (Quran 5:99)

Anonymous wrote:I am not anti-Islam.

I just want Muslims to stay in their own countries and not come here. Nothing good comes of it when they do.

Anonymous wrote:I am not anti-Islam.

I just want Muslims to stay in their own countries and not come here. Nothing good comes of it when they do.

Anonymous wrote:

Muslima wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Islam is the only religion I know that professes death to infidels.

This is not true, Islam doesn't profess death to infidels. One of the fundamental truths established by the sacred texts is that no one can be compelled to accept Islam.  It is the duty of Muslims to establish the proof of Islam to the people so that truth can be made clear from falsehood.  After that, whoever wishes to accept Islam may do so and whoever wishes to continue upon unbelief may do so.  No one should be threatened or harmed in any way if he does not wish to accept Islam. This is a right that God himself gave to the creation, so how can a Muslim take it upon himself to kill infidels?

Among the many decisive pieces of evidence in this regard are the following. Allah says:

“Let there be no compulsion in religion.  Truth has been made clear from error.  Whoever rejects false worship and believes in God has grasped the most trustworthy handhold that never breaks.  And God hears and knows all things.” (Quran 2:256)

Allah says:

“If it had been your Lord’s will, all of the people on Earth would have believed.  Would you then compel the people so to have them believe?” (Quran 10:99)

Allah says:

“So if they dispute with you, say ‘I have submitted my whole self to God, and so have those who follow me.’  And say to the People of the Scripture and to the unlearned: ‘Do you also submit yourselves?’  If they do, then they are on right guidance.  But if they turn away, your duty is only to convey the Message.  And in God’s sight are all of His servants.” (Quran 3:20)

Allah says:

“The Messenger’s duty is but to proclaim the Message.” (Quran 5:99)

The Qu'ran, like the Bible, sometimes contradicts itself. A quick google will turn up multiple other Quranic quotes that urge believers to slay infidens. I'm not going to get into it here, because I tried once and the moderator accused me of being anti-Islam with my humble cut-and-pastes, but I'll let the rest of you do your own research.

Anonymous wrote:

Muslima wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I'm not anti-Islam because i am too ignorant for that, but from the little I know, I would not approve of A) worshiping a man rather than a god and B) worshiping and following the advice of a soldier-man at that. How would a soldier help a people live in peace and be better people, which are things I think matter the most in a religion?

I think we are one of the only religions out there that totally reject worshiping of a man , idol, ect . In fact the declaration of faith for one who wants to embrace Islam is: "Ashadu Alla Ilaha Illallah wa ashhadu anna Muhammadan rasoolullah", which means when translated to English: "There is nothing worthy of worship but Allah; alone, and Muhammad is His Messenger." Worshiping anything else is to associate partners with Allah, and it is the only sin that would never be forgiven on the Day of Judgment.

Religions are only as true and real as the ideologies they stand for. When a religion ventures into the realm of claiming superiority or denigrating other religions , belief systems, it loses credibility. There are myriad ways of reaching God. Who is anyone to dictate one way is superior to other. That's where you lose me

Anonymous wrote:Islam is the only religion I know that professes death to infidels.

Anonymous wrote:
Please pray for the Christians of Iraq. They have been in Iraq since shortly after the time of Christ - much longer than the Muslims.


http://www.christiantoday.com/article/wearen.thousands.unite.to.support.persecuted.christians.in.iraq/39026.htm

Anonymous wrote:So much I don't understand I guess (and I'm not anti-Islam). I normally meet my neighbors when walking my dog (exercise and a reason to be outside). It's a super friendly neighborhood and we'll talk for hours. My Muslim neighbors (there are 3 houses, so not just one family) used to literally run from me, cross the sidewalk to not be on the same side as me. I did know that their kids were extremely afraid of my small dog, but I didn't realize it was the issue with the adults. Turns out I was told that Muslims view dogs as unclean. My dog is pretty laid back and doesn't jump on people or even act interested.

Anyways, just thought that I had crazy rude neighbors for years.

I was involved in my HOA's social committee for years as well. We had trouble getting the Muslims to come to our socials because we served wine and beer (and they said they wouldn't attend because of that). So we had a few dry socials and low and behold, no one else would show up for those either.

Anonymous wrote:So much I don't understand I guess (and I'm not anti-Islam). I normally meet my neighbors when walking my dog (exercise and a reason to be outside). It's a super friendly neighborhood and we'll talk for hours. My Muslim neighbors (there are 3 houses, so not just one family) used to literally run from me, cross the sidewalk to not be on the same side as me. I did know that their kids were extremely afraid of my small dog, but I didn't realize it was the issue with the adults. Turns out I was told that Muslims view dogs as unclean. My dog is pretty laid back and doesn't jump on people or even act interested.

Anyways, just thought that I had crazy rude neighbors for years.

I was involved in my HOA's social committee for years as well. We had trouble getting the Muslims to come to our socials because we served wine and beer (and they said they wouldn't attend because of that). So we had a few dry socials and low and behold, no one else would show up for those either.