I want to know why the second and very close to first religion of Islam is such a hot topic of hatered ,misunderstanding and sterotype today?  1.2 billion people cant be wrong
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Take a poll. See how many people know honest FACTS about Islam. People live in fear because they live in ignorance. We didn't see a lot of Muslim bashing prior to 9-11. Now its in style. What people don't seem to grasp is that you can't judge a group by only a small handful of people who were WRONG and actually broke the laws of their own faith. Why not hate Buddhists? Most of the Japanese pilots who bombed Pearl Harbor were Buddhist. Why not judge all of Christianism on the basis of what Jim Jones did? People would rather hate than think. Its easier than studying and safer for their egos. They don't have to worry about working on self as long as their focused on what the other guy does wrong or their perception of "wrong."
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I agree with you totally. But to answer your question seriously ... Muslims have been in the U.S. for some time. But, because they minded their own business, worked hard, didn't evangelize, and basically just lived quiet peaceful lives (just as their religion teaches them to) no one noticed them much or paid that much attention. Then came 9-11. Islamic terrorists. Because of the actions of a handful of mislead fundamentalist fanatics people who new nothing of Islam judged ALL Muslims based on that. Now, good people, good Muslims, suffer the political and cultural fall-out brought about by 9-11. So now some folks have a new scape goat. Communist Russia fell. The news media and the politicians and the religious right (another group of fundamentalist fanatics) needed another villain. Currently its Islam and Muslims. They use the hate and bigotry they stir up to keep people occupied. That way folks don't raise a fuss about REAL issues. The environment, health care, etc. Its easier to bash others in ignorance than it is to honestly think and work on REAL issues. Know what I mean? ~ Peace & Blessings ~
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because some people (not all) want to spread hate about Islam. you know they have a goal in their heads.\ngood links:\n\nwww.askmuslim.com\n\nhttp://www.beconvinced.com/en/main.php
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Those people are utter scum. Islam is full of it. Notice how every time someone says that Islam is the religion of violence, they protest with violence and shout for beheadings - for been called violent. Now we'll be both labeled as ignorant because we don't bend over for Islam.\n\nThe fact that people can thumbs down you is disturbing. I'd give you thumbs up if I weren't a mere Level 1 user.\n\nNow the Extremely Annoyed Kitty
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I'm reluctant to say all Muslims are guilty. I wonder though about where their heart is. We hear talk about how moderate Muslims reject extremism, violence in the name of religion, etc. But I've never seen much from moderate Muslims when it comes to stopping extremism. How many times have you seen Muslims drag one of their own out of a mosque, by the hair of their head, for preaching hate? I have never seen it. How many times have you heard of moderate Muslims expressing outright hatred for those who would kill innocents? I have not heard it. I suspect, with absolutely no proof, that many moderate Muslims wish for their more radical brothers in Islam to win the war on terror.
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because Islam is the true religion. people embrace Islam becasue when people study the Quran and Hadith, they know that this is the true religion. \nyour name is a Muslim one. if you are Muslim, why dont you know why Islam has become popular. You know it is the true religion. please dont question like this. Islam has become popular because Allah wishes it.
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People hate Islam, because the media makes them hate Islam, 'whynotaskdon', you are racist, and the Holy Koran is the most pure, most untouched book in the Universe. \n\nTerrorists blowed up the twin towers, was it really terrorists, or an excuse by the U.S. Government to wage their wars against Muslims? \n\nThe U.S. Government is hitting two birds with one stone, they don't like Muslims so they are killing them, they wan't/ need oil, so they are taking that too. \n\nTHE MEDIA IS A POWERFUL WEAPON\n\nI am a Muslim and have to admit their are some extremists in Islam, like in most religions. But what are the percentage of the extremists? 0.000001 % ?\n\nPeople judge billions of people over a few people. You are not to blame, the Media is the ones to blame, they are supposed to give a biased view, but they are doing everything but that.\n\nI as, a Muslim have respect for the People of the Book* and their followers, even if i don't agree with all the things that is said. \n\nI have respect for people who follow their religion honestly.
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Good question, Muslimah!! I, for one, am also curious.\n\nBut here's my $0.02... people are intimidated by dissenters. They are fearful of those who do not share their faith, and even those who laugh at it.
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Ture by the year 2025 Islam will be the world's largest religion! But Islam's history is just as bloody sa Christanity eventhough in my opinion Christanity is worse. In the end Islam is growing bot by violence but I'm not really sure why people are so interested in Islam. There must be something special about if so many millions of people are converting to it each year.
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I am Muslim here ....trying  not to be angered by so many ignorant comments  here....
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Hate is a very strong emotion, I would sat that I have no use for what he stands for or has done. I do not trust or have any respect for a religion that was started by an individual of his sort. The religion of islam is nothing more than a perversion of judaism and christianity without recognizing the diety of Jehovah,Jesus Christ, or The Holy Spirit. Without Christ their is no salvation, therefore all muslims who do not recognize Jesus as the Christ are doomed to eternal hell.
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This gentleman is all along writing these hateful so called questions. In the last two months he asked 45 questions and all is hateful remarks/query against a particular religion (Islam). Here are his hateful Questions’s headers:\n\nLast Question Asked by frances - 10 answers - Religion & Spirituality - 20 minutes ago - Open \n\n1. Is it true that mainstream Muslims (seriously religious) are criminals to most of the world?\n2. Is it true that mainstream Muslims (seriously religious) are criminals to most of the world?\n3. Are there any Muslims out there who are grieving the death of Zarqawi?\n4. Are there any Muslims out there who are grieving the death of Zarqawi?\n5. Did the lack of a "Renaissance" contribute to the malaise and backwardness of Muslims today?\n6. Islam -- religion of peace, love and tolerance for others?\n7. Islam -- religion of peace, love and tolerance for others?\n8. Do moderate Muslims simply ignore the directives to "fight the nonbelievers?"?\n9. Do moderate Muslims simply ignore the directives to "fight the nonbelievers?"?\n10. Can a Muslim ever endorse the concept of the separation of church and state?\n11. Can a Muslim ever endorse the concept of the separation of church and state?\n12. What are Muslims generally referring to when they speak of their "humiliation"?\n13. What are Muslims generally referring to when they speak of their "humiliation"?\n14. Can Muslims do ANYTHING in Paradise?\n15. Will my African Grey ever let me fully pet him.?\n16. Will my African Grey ever let me fully pet him.?\n17. What do Muslims mean when they speak of their "humiliation"?\n18. Is it true that the Muslim definition of "peace" is restricted to Muslims?\n19. Is it true that the Muslim definition of "peace" is restricted to Muslims?\n20 Are moderate Muslims ashamed of their extremist warriors, but simply afraid to speak up?\n21. Why are there no Muslim responses when asked why Muslims do not repudiate extremist groups?\n22. Where is the outrage from Muslims when violent criminals are perpetrating ghastly murders in the name Allah?\n23. Do Muslims allow for well-meaning good people from other religions to also go to heaven?\n24. Is Europe doomed to be taken over by unassimiliated Muslims?\n25. Is Europe doomed to be taken over by unassimiliated Muslims?\n26. How can it be that Islam means "peace" and yet the religion exhorts its followers to fight nonbelievers?\n27. Do Muslims Suffer From A Giant Inferiority Complex Because Of Their Poverty And Backwardness?\n28. Why do Hindu's seem to do well economically when they immigrate and Muslims fail economically and murder other\n29. Why do Hindu's seem to do well economically when they immigrate and Muslims fail economically and murder other\n30. Do Muslim men look down on western men who don't abuse their women?\n31. Do Muslim men look down on western men who don't abuse their women?\n32. Are Muslims so far behind the west because they did not experience the Renaissance?\n33. Is it true that among the Muslim immigrants in Europe, female genital mutilation is widely practiced?\n34. Is it true that among the Muslim immigrants in Europe, female genital mutilation is widely practiced?\n35. Does Sura (9) ? "the Verse of the Sword" abrogate tolerance toward non believers by Muslims?\n36. Is Darfur caused by Muslims attacking nonbelievers?\n37. Is it true that Muslims believe that Islam must someday rule the world?\n38. If a state of war is declared, can a sitting President stay in office beyond two terms until the end of war?\n39. Why don't "moderate" Muslims speak up against militant Muslims in no uncertain terms?\n40. Why did the pedophile Muhammed strike his favorite child bride Alisha in the chest? Gentle? Sure.?\n41. Has Haliburton made money on Iraq or not?\n42. Why are Muslims warlike? Was Mohammed warlike?\n43. Why did constantinople become
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LOL! first of all Quran was written by a person who lived 1400 years ago!! this religion was to be spread by force and harshness, therefore their technique was to kill in the worse possible way to fear people and let no space for disagreement, and still , Muslim people are killin each other (Sonia and Shea's) because they cant kill anybody else, anyway , Islam might have been a good religion but it was good for Arab people living 1400 years ago in such a shit place!! women should have been hidden and people should have been killed or forced to follow rules but for today , am sorry its not worth a shit!!!!
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i think i understand. your right, it would seem this is supposed to be an open forum to discuss various religions openly without hosility, but some people just can't keep it friendly. debate is natural, but bashing is just silly. it would be nice to be able to learn about others beliefs with out having to weed out the slurs.
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There are a large number of people who have converted (or reverted as it's refered to by Islam), it is one of the fastest growing faiths presently.  Faith is something that is very personal, and specific to the individual.  If they feel that Christianity isn't the right mode to connect with their spirituality, then they most certainly should go forward and look for one that helps them connect better.  It's very easy to be disenchanted with Christianity right now, and Islam is presented as an alternative.  Do I think they are crazy, no.  It's not my place to call anyone crazy for their beliefs.  Everyone is entitled to do what gives them peace, regardless of my personal view of that thing.
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What with you? If you're an anti-Islam then why bother to annoy the Muslims? Well, in case you haven't notice, there's not only ex-muslims but also ex-christians, ex-jewish, ex-etc etc. If you hate Islam so much, then why bother to ask all this kind of questions? You don't want to know about Islam. So, haven't you notice what you're doing here is only to spread hatred? Is that your purpose?\n\nWhar would YOU feel if someone else from other religions spread hatred about your religion or if you don't have any religion, then it is your faith then? I don't know much about you, but I know every religion asks the followers to do good things only.\n\nSo, don't you know spreading hatred is a sin too? I ask you this question because you're not spreading REAL information about Islam from genuine resource and you're not debating the subject because you want to confirm and answer your suspicion but because you get your pleasure from hurting other people.\n\nBesides there's always two sides of story about evrything so it's not wise to listen from only one side for it might contains half truth.\n\nYou should also know that everyone have their own opinions about their religions. So why can't you respect that? If you don't like Islam, avoid it then instead of bad-mouthing subjects you don't even have any slightest idea what is'a all about.\n\nIt's okay if you want to ask real question but I don't think you actually want to ask any question here. You only want to annoy people.\n\nIt's okay if you want to flame me or something for I'm only stating the truth here. So, this is my answer to your "question".
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The problem with this is that not everyone follows the same religion, so what one may believe or follow can be completely different from that of another.\n\nSometimes people get so irate over general questions like this because they will defend their religion to the end, which is quite fine by me. However, everyone is entitled to their own opinion/beliefs but they must also respect those of others.