http://www.freerepublic.com/tag/islam-religion/ en-us Fri, 25 Jul 2008 03:01:47 GMT Focus Forum 15 http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-religion/2050960/posts I pierced it with a rusty nail (I hope Jesus's tetanus shots are up to date). And then I simply threw it in the trash, followed by the classic, decorative items of trash cans everywhere, old coffeegrounds and a banana peel. My apologies to those who hoped for more, but the worst I can do is show my unconcerned contempt. By the way, I didn't want to single out just the cracker, so I nailed it to a few ripped-out pages from the Qur'an and The God Delusion. They are just paper. Nothing must be held sacred. Question everything. God... Pharyngula Blog http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-religion/2050960/posts#comment Fri, 25 Jul 2008 03:01:47 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-religion/2050749/posts University of Minnesota professor Paul Z. Myers made good on his pledge to desecrate the Eucharist today. According to his statement on the subject, “I pierced it [the Host] with a rusty nail (I hope Jesus’s tetanus shots are up to date). And then I simply threw it in the trash.” Saying he did not want to “single out just the cracker,” Myers also tore pages from the Koran along with a few pages from Richard Dawkins’ The God Delusion and nailed them to the Host. He then said, “They are just paper. Nothing must be held sacred. (His emphasis.)... Catholic League http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-religion/2050749/posts#comment Thu, 24 Jul 2008 20:26:41 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-religion/2048978/posts QOM, Iran -- Iran's president believes Allah has chosen him to prepare the world for the coming of an Islamic 'savior' called the Mahdi. But before the Mahdi's return, Mahmoud Ahmadinejad believes there must be global chaos - even if he has to create it himself. Whether it's his belief that Israel should be wiped off the map, denials of the Holocaust, obsession with going nuclear, or support for radical Islamic terrorist groups, Mahmoud Ahmadinejad is a man on a divine mission. To understand him, and that mission, you have travel to the small dusty village of Jamkaran tucked in... CBN News http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-religion/2048978/posts#comment Mon, 21 Jul 2008 20:57:40 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-religion/2047105/posts U.S. imam calls for Neturei Karta ban at Saudi-run interfaith conference. by Walter Ruby Special to The Jewish Week Madrid­­­— A top American Muslim leader and American Jewish groups formed an unlikely alliance this week against a fiercely anti-Zionist chasidic group at an interfaith conference in Madrid, spearheaded by Saudi Arabia’s King Abdullah. Dr. Sayyid Syeed, national director of the Islamic Society of North America, said he was upset by the planned participation in the conference, which opened this week, of Rabbi Yisrael Dovid Weiss, a representative of Neturei Karta from upstate Monsey. Rabbi Weiss was to be the only... The Jewish Week http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-religion/2047105/posts#comment Thu, 17 Jul 2008 20:16:55 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-religion/2046623/posts p>SYDNEY, Australia, JULY 16, 2008 (Zenit.org).- The Australian Federation of Islamic Councils is praying for peace and harmony among all people of good will during the World Youth Day activities in Sydney. President Ikebal Patel sent out a statement this week in which he extended "sincere greetings to the Catholic community of Australia on behalf of the Muslims of Australia." He continued, "I take this opportunity on behalf of the Muslims of Australia to also extend our good wishes to all Australians of all faiths on this auspicious occasion of World Youth Day and pray for peace, harmony and goodwill... ZNA http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-religion/2046623/posts#comment Wed, 16 Jul 2008 23:54:01 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-religion/2046355/posts THE Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC), has called on Muslims to remain committed to Islamic principles of religious tolerance and peaceful co-existence. Apparently reacting to reports of growing religious tension in some parts of the country, especially in Lagos, Ibadan and Osogbo, MURIC in a statement in Lagos charged Muslims to resist the temptation to revenge, remain calm and ignore all forms of provocation. According to MURIC, the reports were related to preaching, singing and clapping inside public vehicles particularly the BRT buses recently introduced by the Lagos State government. It observed that Muslims who ride the BRT and other public... Nigerian Tribune http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-religion/2046355/posts#comment Wed, 16 Jul 2008 15:54:01 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-religion/2045096/posts Next week's interfaith conference in Madrid, sponsored by the Saudi King, may be inherently limited in scope — but that doesn't diminish its capacity for trouble. Like the debate over Senator Obama's proposal to enter into direct talks with the president of Iran, critics are put in the awkward position of opposing dialogue in favor of conflict. Why, ask proponents of dialogue, should we look a gift horse in the mouth. The danger in interfaith dialogues, as in diplomatic ones, is the price of admission. The thing to watch will be not what is said but what isn't. And whose... NY Sun http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-religion/2045096/posts#comment Mon, 14 Jul 2008 11:15:28 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-religion/2044738/posts A new television drama, debuting earlier this week, is drawing complaints from viewers and critics over its portrayal of Christians as extremists who take their inspiration from the Crusades and behead a moderate Muslim in an unprovoked attack. Bonekickers In the six-part series, Bonekickers, a multi-ethnic team of archaeologists "uncovers a compelling mystery from the past that tells viewers something profound and revelatory about the present," the BBC press packet promised. "Archaeology has never been so dramatic." The first episode of the program, titled "Army of God," has the team, headquartered in Bath, UK, called in to investigate the discovery... World Net Daily http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-religion/2044738/posts#comment Sun, 13 Jul 2008 11:42:50 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-religion/2044047/posts July 11 Rabbi David Dalin His latest book, Icon of Evil: Hitler’s Mufti & the Rise of Radical Islam and Ambassador John Bruton Former Prime Minister of Ireland and the current EU Ambassador to the United States EWTN http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-religion/2044047/posts#comment Fri, 11 Jul 2008 17:57:54 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-religion/2041472/posts "It's not about terrorism or hatred. It's about love," she said. "Being a Muslim is just like being a Christian or a Jewish person. We are all called to treat each other with respect." The convention, which has taken place in Hartford for the last four years, is expected to draw more than 15,000 people by the time it winds down later today, said Muhammad Rahman, the convention's co-chairman. He said most of those who have shown up this weekend are Muslims from the East Coast stretching from New England to the Carolinas, though many have traveled from Canada and... The Hartford Courant http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-religion/2041472/posts#comment Sun, 6 Jul 2008 16:05:30 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-religion/2041236/posts Islam Factor is a bold experiment in Muslim freedom of expression, freedom of speech and cooperation with people from all walks of life. Some who follow, agree with or are amicable to Islam and some who are opposed. Whether you agree with or follow Islam or not, whether you oppose Islam or not, no matter the nation, race, religion or creed we are from, we all have one thing in common. We all are human-beings with the same basic needs, hopes and emotions. Our forum hopes to promote an almost unheard of tolerance (that eludes many Muslim groups) that transcends... Islam Factor Forum http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-religion/2041236/posts#comment Sat, 5 Jul 2008 21:43:29 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-religion/2040692/posts During each program, “A Muslim Journey to Hope” presents the true stories of people who have had a life-changing experience. Each story is true, and each story is different. Yet they are as different as the lives of each person: Women and men. Young and old. Rich and poor. From many countries in the world. But each story tells how each of these people has found hope. Link is to Testimony #47 at muslimjourneytohope dot com by a man simply identified as “Afshin”. body of comment An Authentic Encounter with Jesus A Muslim Journey to Hope http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-religion/2040692/posts#comment Fri, 4 Jul 2008 13:24:10 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-religion/2040642/posts I have a legitimate question to my American Muslim brothers: As an agnostic, how would I be able to convert to Islam? What is the procedure?? Do I have to renounce my childhood Christian background? What Islamic rites must I recognize? What ceremonial process need I go through to give my soul to Allah and his Prophet Mohammed (Peace be upon Him)? As I read the Koran and the Hadiths, I am starting to get a better picture of Mohammed's (Peace be upon him) message. I am now desirious of leaning more, but don't know where to start. After reading... n/a http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-religion/2040642/posts#comment Fri, 4 Jul 2008 09:28:41 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-religion/2037960/posts Age, or lack thereof, is no hindrance to marriage under Islam, according to Ahmad Al-Mu'bi, an officiant for marriages from Saudi Arabia who says sex at 9 is fine. [. . .] And he said the model for marriage continues to be Muhammad, who married one of his wives when she was but 6. [. . .] "There is no minimal age for entering marriage. You can have a marriage contract even with a 1-year-old girl, not to mention a girl of 9, 7, or 8. This is merely a contract [indicating] consent. The guardian in such a case must... WorldNetDaily http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-religion/2037960/posts#comment Sun, 29 Jun 2008 00:44:06 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-religion/2034119/posts [...] Adnan Oktar -- the 52-year-old Turk behind the pseudonym Harun Yahya -- caught the attention of scientists and teachers in Europe and North America by mass-mailing them his 768-page "Atlas of Creation". His lavishly illustrated book preaches a Muslim version of creationism [...] Well-illustrated and free of theological jargon, they preach that Islam is the one true faith and Darwinism, by undermining religious belief, has led to the discord, atheism, terrorism and extreme political ideologies plaguing the world. [...] JESUS RETURNS AS A MUSLIM [...] Oktar says the "Atlas of Creation" campaign and Harun Yahya publishing empire are part... Reuters http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-religion/2034119/posts#comment Fri, 20 Jun 2008 23:27:27 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-religion/2030070/posts Enough with the ceremonies. And more conviction in proclaiming the Gospel. New signs of openness come from Saudi Arabia. Algerian philosopher Mohammed Arkoun criticizes the pope, but even more the cultural void in the Muslim worldROMA, June 11, 2008 – The plenary meeting that the pontifical council for interreligious dialogue held at the Vatican last week was the first of this pontificate, and took place with a new president – Cardinal Jean-Louis Tauran – and with experts who were also newcomers to a great extent. And the aim of the plenary session was itself new: to develop new guidelines for... Chiesa online http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-religion/2030070/posts#comment Thu, 12 Jun 2008 19:15:38 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-religion/2028744/posts Algeria Muslim body slams Christian evangelistsSun 1 Jun 2008, 7:22 GMTALGIERS (Reuters) - Algeria hit back on Saturday at foreign accusations minority Christians are harassed, saying Protestant evangelicals were secretly trying to divide Algerians to colonise the mainly Muslim north African country.http://africa.reuters.com/top/news/usnBAN130142.html   The Rising Threat of Revolutionary Islam in Algeria A radical Islamic victory in Algeria would pose significant long-term threats to US interests in North Africa, the Middle East, and the Muslim world ...http://www.heritage.org/Research/Africa/BG1060.cfm   2 bombings near Algerian capital wound 6 peopleThe Associated Press - Jun 4, 2008Algeria's Islamic militants have mounted increasing attacks over the past... reuters http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-religion/2028744/posts#comment Tue, 10 Jun 2008 11:16:29 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-religion/2024219/posts "People who have not lived in Dar Al-Islam cannot and will not understand the level of indoctrination Muslims undergo for their entire lives…If you’ve never used your mind but rather simply lived under the culture of submission (“Islam” means “submission"), your ability to think withers." - Basharee ? http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-religion/2024219/posts#comment Sun, 1 Jun 2008 01:28:36 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-religion/2023509/posts London, May. 29, 2008 (CWNews.com) - The president of the Pontifical Council for Inter-Religious Dialogue has called upon Islamic leaders to be more vocal in condemning terrorism and religious violence. Cardinal Jean-Louis Tauran told an audience in London that many responsible Muslim leaders oppose the use of violence and preach a non-violent faith. But those religious leaders "need to be more vocal," he said. The French-born cardinal, who was once the Vatican's top foreign-affairs official, reminded his audience that there is no single acknowledged authority in Islam to interpret the Qu'ran, with its many different references to religious conflict and... Catholic World News http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-religion/2023509/posts#comment Fri, 30 May 2008 14:01:56 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-religion/2021450/posts Islamic bigotry toward non-Muslims: pundits proclaim that Osama bin Laden''s fanatical followers do not practice `true'' Islam. But what exactly is the difference between `moderate'' and `militant''? http://goliath.ecnext.com/coms2/summary_0199-1368396_ITM[ http://findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_m1571/is_4_18/ai_82651661 ] Oct 2, 2007 ... Islamic Bigotry http://frontpagemagazine.com/Articles/Read.aspx?GUID=FBC2142D-4A38-4B4C-9C0B-4B0AA4CF3822 Arab racism, Islamic bigotry and discriminatory practices are the most divisive issues in the Sudan because they are the major factors in the ... http://www.sudantribune.com/spip.php?article21799 Indonesia: Sucking Up To Islamic BigotsApr 16, 2008 ... Armed Forces of the World: BMD Focus: BrahMos for Israel ... the government goes through the motions of giving in to Islamic bigots. ... http://www.strategypage.com/qnd/indones/articles/20080416.aspx Rousing Muslim bigotry....The Muslim... http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-religion/2021450/posts#comment Mon, 26 May 2008 15:02:58 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-religion/2020002/posts Al-Jazeerah Website Synopsis from The American Thinker by James M. Arlandson. This translation of a televised conversation reveals a rare glimpse into the outlook of Muslim scholars who are concerned about Christianity’s growth. The invited guest is Sheikh Ahmad Al Katani; the president of The Companions Lighthouse for the Science of Islamic Law in Libya, which is an institution specializing in graduating imams and Islamic preachers. Katani starts off describing the overall problem: Islam used to represent, as you previously mentioned, Africa’s main religion and there were 30 African languages that used to be written in Arabic script. The... Orthodoxy Today http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-religion/2020002/posts#comment Fri, 23 May 2008 00:49:57 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-religion/2018504/posts Last year, nearing completion of the final manuscript version of The Legacy of Islamic Antisemitism, I took a brief hiatus and posed the following two questions, based upon my research, to a cadre of academics, independent scholars, theologians, journalists, and activists who opine, in writing and speech, about Antisemitism, generally, and/or within the Muslim world, specifically. I asked (via e-mail correspondence), "In your opinion, would this quote (below) exemplify racial, or at least ethnic Antisemitism? Moreover would you please hazard a guess as to where and when it was written, based upon the contents?" Here is the quote: Our people [the Muslims] observing thus... The American Thinker http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-religion/2018504/posts#comment Tue, 20 May 2008 05:00:32 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-religion/2018435/posts I hope that my tale can provide guidance to others thinking about renouncing Islam. Before I start I can tell you that the day I renounced this faith was a rebirth for me. I feel like a new person, a better, smarter, more lucid and rational person then I was before. From being just another sheep, blindly following the sadistic, violent, pederasty and irrational teachings and actually convinced that they were well-meaning and peaceful to opening my eyes and seeing them for what they are has been life-altering. I wish the same for all my brothers and sisters still trapped... IslamWatch http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-religion/2018435/posts#comment Tue, 20 May 2008 01:40:27 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-religion/2018188/posts Obama might really be in trouble with the Islamic world. How would you like to have this kind of target hanging around your head. While most of us agree he is hiding his true religion even to the point where we think he is a Stealth Canidate or a Manchurian Canidate he carries a big burden in the faith of his family. We all know the Islamic folks are crazy but this is a ref from a book published in 1994. --------------------------------------------------- THE PUNISHMENT OF THE APOSTATE ACCORDING TO ISLAMIC LAW Publisher's Request 11 Preface by the Author 12 I... Answering-Islam.org http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-religion/2018188/posts#comment Mon, 19 May 2008 18:07:58 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-religion/2017762/posts 1. I came to know tha we are not allowed to do teeth fillings (Balack or White) can you please get me a hadith on this. Also if we have already put fillings shoud we remove it? [http://www.askimam.org/fatwa/fatwa.php?askid=79ac6b0f89e858e8b5489b1b2a103a73] 2. Why Prophet Muhammad PBUH married 13 times?...Why Prophet Muhammad PBUH married Hazrat Ayesha RA when she was a child and he was of a triple age? Answer: In the name of Allah, Most Gracious, Most Merciful Assalaamu `alaykum waRahmatullahi Wabarakatuh We refer you to the following articles: Polygamous Relations of Rasulullah (sallallahu Alayhi Wasallam) http://www.al-inaam.com/social/polygamous_life.htm The Young Marriage of Aishah (radiAllahu... Ask Imam http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-religion/2017762/posts#comment Sun, 18 May 2008 20:22:54 GMT