Second Look on Islam

[Malic]

Islam, the religion founded by the Prophet Muhammad(peace be unto him). It is now according to some sector the fastest growing religion in Europe. The 2nd largest religion of the world with billions of members.


I think that its about time to give this religion a second look. Misconceptions and fundamentalism has brought this wonderful religion in the pit of shadows. Where scary figures and actuations popped ones mind upon hearing its name.

Islam is a beautiful religion and i think that it deserves a second look.

[Malic]

What is Islam?

Islam is an Arabic word that means 'submission', and derives from a word meaning 'peace'. In a religious context it means complete submission to the will of God. What is the will of God? that we should follow the path of modesty and have a successful life, and to be successful means to live a peaceful and happy life w/ our family and friends.


Who are the muslims?

They are the followers of Islam. The religion is called Islam, the followers are the muslim.


What do muslims believe?

Muslims believe in One, Unique, Incomparable God; in the Angels created by Him; in the prophets through whom His revelations were brought to mankind; in the Day of Judgement and individual accountability for actions; in God's complete authority over human destiny and in life after death. Muslims believe in a chain of prophets starting with Adam and including Noah, Abraham, Ishmael, Isaac, Jacob, Joseph, Job, Moses, Aaron, David, Solomon, Elias, Jonah, John the Baptist, and Jesus, peace be upon them. But God's final message to man, a reconfirmation of the eternal message and a summing-up of all that has gone before was revealed to the Prophet Muhammad through Gabriel.


This is a nice start.

[kalanrakas]

Quote: Originally Posted by Malic Islam, the religion founded by the Prophet Muhammad(peace be unto him). It is now according to some sector the fastest growing religion in Europe. The 2nd largest religion of the world with billions of members. I think that its about time to give this religion a second look. Misconceptions and fundamentalism has brought this wonderful religion in the pit of shadows. Where scary figures and actuations popped ones mind upon hearing its name. Islam is a beautiful religion and i think that it deserves a second look.

Really?

Since you are posting this here? Are you open to criticisms? No fatwah to those who would openly dislike Islam?

I'm asking these 'coz discussions in forums like this could get very heated. I hope Muslims will be very tolerant as they would like to claim their religion is.

[necrotic freak]

watch mode here.. what the ADD boys can say.

[Malic]

Quote: Originally Posted by kalanrakas Really? Since you are posting this here? Are you open to criticisms? No fatwah to those who would openly dislike Islam? I'm asking these 'coz discussions in forums like this could get very heated. I hope Muslims will be very tolerant as they would like to claim their religion is.

Sure, i am open to criticism. Just have to put things in context.

[DEMONOCIETY]

basa lang ko with my popcorn and coke ... wait sa mga possible reaction

[kalanrakas]

i am not anti-Islam. Some of my best friends are Muslims. However, I want you to put on record since I can't read Arabic. Are there verses in the Quran that call for the killing of Jews and Christians?

[Malic]

Quote: Originally Posted by kalanrakas i am not anti-Islam. Some of my best friends are Muslims. However, I want you to put on record since I can't read Arabic. Are there verses in the Quran that call for the killing of Jews and Christians?

call for the killing of Jews and christians?

Before ill answer this, can you tell me what particular religion are you in?

[agoroy]

Quote: Originally Posted by DEMONOCIETY basa lang ko with my popcorn and coke ... wait sa mga possible reaction

tapad ta bai ... pa share sad sa imong popcorn ug coke.

*minaw ug imagine*

[aztina888]

hehehe this is it.. ADD meets Muslims..
watch mode here.

[Malic]

One of the distinctive characteristics of the times we live in is the overwhelming presence of violence in our societies. Whether it is a bomb going off in a market place, or the hijacking of an aircraft where innocent people are held at ransom to achieve political ends, we live in an age, where the manipulation and loss of innocent lives has become commonplace. Such is the all-pervasive nature of indiscriminate violence, that “terrorism” is considered as one of the prime threats to peace and security in our societies. The word terrorism came into wide usage only a few decades ago. One of the unfortunate results of this new terminology is that it limits the definition of terrorism to that perpetrated by small groups or individuals. Terrorism, in fact, spans the entire world, and manifests itself in various forms. Its perpetrators do not fit any stereotype. Those who hold human lives cheap, and have the power to expend human lives, appear at different levels in our societies. Read more hit this link...877-WHY-ISLAM Website - Your Resource to Valuable Information on Islam


typed it if dili mag work ang link, tnx!

[r3roble]

this is nice bro Malic...
we will be aware of Islam...

[r3roble]

Quote: Originally Posted by aztina888 hehehe this is it.. ADD meets Muslims.. watch mode here.

yes, bro aztina & bro necro... i'm excited what can our brothers from ADD (Church of God) say about this...

bro demonociety and agoroy, paapil pud sa inyo coke ug popcorn bi...

[kalanrakas]

Quote: Originally Posted by Malic call for the killing of Jews and christians? Before ill answer this, can you tell me what particular religion are you in?

Why does one's religion matter before you answer that question. For sure I am no Jewish nor am I ADD (I'm sure rcruman could take care of his own beliefs and bigotry, he he he). Heck, I could be an atheist.

My point is simple. One's religion should not be a material concern before such questions can be answered. You offered to lift any cloud of suspicion about Islam, here is your chance to do it by answering questions that directly deal with allegations of violence.

As I have said, I am not against Islam. I even eat and work with Muslims in almost a daily basis. However, I have also said that I cannot read nor understand Arabic in which the Quran is written and there are websites that cite alleged violent verses in the Quran. Here, let me provide one of the zillions of links: TheReligionofPeace - Islam: Verses of Violence

Hopefully you can dispel what so many are thinking about Islam. Especially, after CNN and Al-Jazeera reported that right after the September 11, 2001 attack of the World Trade Center, there was unabashed rejoicing in the streets of Indonesia to the dry lands of Morocco and Algeria celebrating the feat of Osama bin Ladin.

Sorry, I can't keep tab with this thread since I'm quite busy serving the people, be they Muslim, Christian, Buddhist, Hindu, agnostic or atheist.

I have no intention of insulting anyone or his religion. I'm just provoking a wholesome and intellectual exchange of ideas. I sincerely hope you will succeed in your endeavour in showing the beauty of your religion.

Salam Malaikum, bro.

[arubinkun]

Quote: Originally Posted by Malic call for the killing of Jews and christians? Before ill answer this, can you tell me what particular religion are you in?

Peace be unto you Sir Malic... thank you for opening up such thread...

I just have a question... when a small group of muslim extremist call for Jihad, do they do it on their own or they consult with a higher authority?

its sad that because of a small group of muslim extremist who just wants to start a war because they think its Muhammed's will affects each and every peace loving muslim in the whole world...

is there a body that can rebuke those small groups of extremist and tell them to stop?