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Politics : The Truth About Islam -- Ignore unavailable to you. Want to Upgrade?

To: Proud_Infidel who wrote (1092)	9/19/2006 2:58:56 PM
From: one_less	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 20106

It might help you if you are seeking knowledge and understanding (which I am not assuming) to separate geo-politics, Middle Eastern history and culture, and popular social movements from the religious question. At least until you can be articulate on which you are upset most about. A bit more information would definitely help too. The True, Peaceful Face Of Islam Islam did not impose itself by the sword. In a statement in which the Arabic is extremely emphatic, the Koran insists, "There must be no coercion in matters of faith!" (2: 256) islamfortoday.com American Islamic Congress Islam is a deeply personal faith. It can help address spiritual needs, answer moral and ethical questions, and provide guidance in raising a family. But we believe in a separation of all religions from politics, and disagree with those in the Muslim world and beyond that try to force their religious beliefs on others through politics or coercion. aicongress.org Islam 101 14. The true Muslim believes that Faith is not complete when it is followed blindly or accepted unquestioningly unless the believer is reasonably satisfied. If Faith is to inspire action, and if Faith and action are to lead to salvation, then Faith must be founded on unshakable convictions without any deception or compulsion. In other words, the person who calls himself a Muslim because of his family traditions, or accepts Islam under coercion or blind imitation is not a complete Muslim in the sight of God. A Muslim must build his Faith on well-grounded convictions beyond any reasonable doubt and above uncertainty. If he is not certain about his Faith, he is invited by God to search in the open book of Nature, to use his reasoning powers, and to reflect on the teachings of the Qur’an. He must search for the indisputable truth until he finds it, and he will certainly find it, if he is capable and serious enough (see, for example, the Qur’an, 2:170; 43:22-24). islam101.com