Islam??
By Ravenladyj
@Ravenladyj (22902)
United States
February 22, 2007 7:02am CST
Okay so I'll admit it, I'm totally in the dark (pretty much anyway) when it comes to the Islam beliefs and I'm very curious about it all....SO I know that there are many ppl here that are Islamic (is that the right term?) so can some of you explain it to me...for example
what are the basic beliefs?
How does it differ from Christianity?
Where did the holy/sacred text come from?
Where you raised with this belief or is it something you converted to later on in life?
Do you harbor annimosity or feel that all other religions are wrong?
What are your personal feelings about Islam?
How do you feel, react to ppl who are negative with you about your religion? (sadly this is so common which IMO is a true shame!)
NO ARGUING PLEASE
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3 responses
@dareformore (794)
• Pakistan
22 Feb 07
Our Basic belief Is that this life is temporary and everyone has to die. And also that we are here as a farmer. As we sow We will reep in the world hereafter. We will have to answer for our actions infront of God.
It does not Differ from TRUE christianity, As brought by Hazrat EESA(JESUS). Bur the christians have made many changes in their Holy books.
The holy text to THe Prophet Muhammad(S.A.W) came from God via an angel called HAZRAT JIBRAEL. He then preached to muslim (His Followers). I am a borne Muslim. I think that all religions are good as far as they are not ruled or made by man himself. And If someone does not believe in Islam I like to convince him/her.
@Ravenladyj (22902)
• United States
22 Feb 07
thats interesting..and thank you for responding...now for a somewhat, possibly touchy question (though no offence intended by any means)...Could you give me one or two examples of how you feel Christians have changed the holy books? Are they BIG changes??? How do Muslims (I ask Christians this too) know that the sacred text they use is the right text? Do you think there is far too much anger between Muslims and Christians in general society (not speaking on a massive global level, I'm talking about within the communities, cities, schools, places of employment etc)??
LOL thanks for you patience with me btw - once i get curiosus about something I dont stop until I feel I have all the answers I need LOL
@Ravenladyj (22902)
• United States
25 Feb 07
Thanks for explaining those to me! Greatly appreciated!
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@barish (132)
• Pakistan
22 Feb 07
My Dear Raven!
Its good to see that you are interested in Islam. The questions you arises... its not easy to answer them all here. Please visit this site: http://islamicefoundation.com/guide1.htm
hopefully you will get a clear picture.
@Ravenladyj (22902)
• United States
22 Feb 07
Thank you for the link..thats greatly appreciated :-) As for my interest...I'm always interested in and looking to learn more about many religions....I think its good for me and also for my kids to be honest with you...thank you again for sharing the link I'll definately put it to use
@josephperera (2906)
• Sri Lanka
2 Mar 07
I am a catholic, but I will try to answer your questions with kind permission.
Basic belief is that God created the world and everything in it and is in charge of our lives.
Christianity, beleives that Jesus is the Son of God. It also is not against worshipping saints or praying to them. In Islam Jesus is a prophet and Mohammed came as the last prophet with the final message. They pray direct to God.
The Bible was put together by Constantine, but the Koran is said to have been a creation of God himself and handed over to Prophet Mohamed.
I believe only in myself and try to follow the Buddhist philosophy. But I practice my Catholic religion and its rituals.
I think all religions are wrong. But everyone won't understand when you say, "don't hit him, its bad". But most people undertand when you say, "if you hit him God will send you to hell and burn you forever". So I think religion is an asset.
Islam converted a bunch of bandits and bedouins into God fearing civilised people. So its power is great. Buddhism was preached to an advanced civilisation. It is difficult to understand.
I don't react to those who are negative about my religion because I am also negative about my religion.
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