What do you think of the muslim religion nowadays?
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i look at it this way...for Muslims, the year is somewhere in the 1400's. look at Christianity in the 1400's- inquisitions, mass burnings of people, church rule of the state, etc. \n\nislam has a way to go yet, perhaps, as far as flexibility, human rights, and so on. heck, christians *still* have their share of violent nuts running around, issuing "jesus fatwas" against people they don't like (think pat robertson) in this day and age. give it a while, and give Muslims room to talk openly with non-Muslims about their faith and their experiences with Islam.  \n\nperhaps there's a middle way to be found in the future, one which everyone can agree upon.
649595
so who died and made you ambassor for most people.  I personally am not afraid of any religion...in fact I know many muslims that are very good, productive members of society.
1005479
I think that Muslims are regular people. First of all, in ANY religion extremist ruin it. The KKK were Christian. Hitler was Catholic. The media hype about Islam and terroism is totally whack! I mean Islam teaches peace, non-violence, and goodness.
966496
it is an issue between two types of muslims. it has been there for ages
652650
In Islam no, not even in public. But what you see and hear about is not islam. Islam has become extinct. I am deeply sorry to say that.
799815
I am not Muslim.\n\nBut yes I do.\n\nAnd here's why-\n\nI've heard about Islamic extremists all of my life.I barely remember listening to the news as a kid about the trouble in Beirut.Then the World trade center(I could see the smoke as I grew up 25 miles north of NYC),then the USS Cole and the embassies,then 9/11.\n\nI've been in Iraq for almost two years.I listen to prayer calls daily.I've read and asked people about Islam.I've seen Arabs praying in private and out in the open.\n\nBefore all of this I would have told you all Muslims are terrorist.After my learning experience of learning about the religion,it's values,and what it was founded upon,I can tell you only a fraction of Muslims act like terrorist.\n\nMy experience with Muslims has been positive.They are nice people,with strong beliefs like any other religion.\n\nI chose to educate myself about Islam.I am glad I did.I'm also glad to be on Answers because I've met some wonderful Muslims that I trade e-mails with.
503981
I have learned a lot from my new friend about Islam. I am especially thankful for her tolerance of me as a Christian.\nI have a whole lot to learn and our relationship will grow through our teaching each other.
1108625
I think its just like any other religion you can find fanatics in any of them. I keep and open mind. There is good and bad in all religions. My husband is a Desert Storm vet and during the war I was a member of a support group we invited the local Muslim leaders to come and explain the religion, they were very nice. I enjoyed it alot.
554951
No. I don't get your question completely but if you're asking whether you should look at a religion's followers and from them deteremine a conclusion on the religion, then NO. I'm a Muslim and if you saw me in the street one day, you shouldn't think that that's what Islam teaches, because I don't do a lot of things that I'm supposed to as a Muslim. I hope that answers your question.
718515
yep..i have thought about it before becoz i liked the way they worship Allah...but i guess i mustn't changed the religion that i used to have...it's better this way:)
525968
I am a Muslim and I agree that it was carried out by Muslims, I just do not like the fact that people are stereotyping ALL MUSLIMS as evil terrorists. I see that every answer or question you have is about Islam? You are showing hate for ALL of us and it is not fair
421948
I know quite much about muslims and their beliefs.\nThe religion was founded by the Prophete Mohammed, who lived in Saudi-Arabia around the year 700. The holy book is the "Quaran". Islamic people should pray (in the direction of Mekka, their holy town) 5 times a day. Once in your lifetime, you should visit Mekka as a pilgrim. There is a month called "Ramadan". The date changes every year (because of the Islamic calendar).\nTheir "church" is called "Mosque", "camii" as the Turkish say, "dzamija" as the Bosnians say.\nI know many Muslims from Turkey, Bosnia, Albania, Makedonia, also from Chechnya and Pakistan. There are some which are very strict, the women have to wear scarves and so on, and there are also some who are not that religious.\n\nIn general, I think it isn´t Ok when some people say "Moslem=Terrorist". There are also Christian fanatics, Jewish fanatics who can´t tolerate other religions.
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These Muslims in London recently seem to think so!\n\nhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I0yoR8R4T1w\n\nThese Muslims Too!\n\nhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l1ymxQZ-DLE&mode=related&search=
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I haven't seen anyone make the "switch".  I hope I don't.  Islam is the religion of hate.  Even the peace loving Muslims can't argue that the teachings in their Quran are filled with hate.  While all Muslims aren't terrorists, all terrorists ARE Muslim.
902560
Islam is a way of life.  Muslims practice their religion everyday, in everything they do, where as in christianity they practice every sunday.  Following the five pillars of islam will put u in the right path.
491880
Islam is the fastest growing religion in America and the world. The increase rate in Islam in the past 50 years was 235%, a lot more than any faith.\n\nSo the big question is: Isn't it ironic that Muslims are getting called terrorist and yet, more people are becoming Muslim daily than any other? Why is that? \n\nSo one issue is definitely overcoming stereotypes and  trying to balance Muslim morals in a society where morals are lacking.\n\nOne big contemporary issue although it may seem hidden is the Muslim youth because they are in a sense alienated from the 'elders' and then want to fit in with their friends at school. Ultimately they need to find a balance. \n\nI think that's a general principle: trying to find a balance in everything including, especially, Life itself.
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I'm a Muslim and we are thought to treat the other religions and their followers with respect. I would suggest you to try to do the same thing.