Morrison's Lament
Bluelighter
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As Salaamu Aleikum, first of all
OK, I realize this might be a big mistake, but at least it's not in CE&P.
The reason for this thread is that I have noticed on this board and in the world in general there is a great deal of interest, debate, and oppinions on the subject of Islam and the Muslim world. Now, I am not a Muslim, but I have a great and deep respect for Islamic culture and have studied it for years. I regularly read the Quran which I keep by me bedside, it is the one religion in the world that gives me the most comfort and hope. Yet I do not adhere to many of it's principles, so out of respect to Muslims everywhere I do not attempt to call myself a Muslim by any means. I am just a sympathiser and an enthusiast.
That being said - I do think I might be able to answer some questions and hopefully dispell some misconceptions about this great religion and culture. If anyone has constructive questions to ask - questions that you feel I may be qualified to answer even being a non-Muslim myself - please do not hesitate to post.
If anything I hope this thread could lead to greater understanding between different cultures - being raised in a Christian family and eventually gravitating towards Islam I feel I have a somewhat relevant perspective on the two and their interactions. I wish for nothing more than harmony and understanding of what links the two - but I realize most questions will be to do with more exotic elements of Islam - that is what stands out to outsiders and interests them the most.
Anyway, I won't ramble on - just thought this might generate some interesting discussion. Remember that I am not setting myself up as an authority on Islam - I am just someone that has spent time looking into the issue - probably more than most Westerners. Best of all would be to get contributions from Muslims on this site - I know a couple of really great ones already - but I will allow them to come forward on their own if they wish to participate.
Mah As-Salaama
--- G.
OK, I realize this might be a big mistake, but at least it's not in CE&P.
The reason for this thread is that I have noticed on this board and in the world in general there is a great deal of interest, debate, and oppinions on the subject of Islam and the Muslim world. Now, I am not a Muslim, but I have a great and deep respect for Islamic culture and have studied it for years. I regularly read the Quran which I keep by me bedside, it is the one religion in the world that gives me the most comfort and hope. Yet I do not adhere to many of it's principles, so out of respect to Muslims everywhere I do not attempt to call myself a Muslim by any means. I am just a sympathiser and an enthusiast.
That being said - I do think I might be able to answer some questions and hopefully dispell some misconceptions about this great religion and culture. If anyone has constructive questions to ask - questions that you feel I may be qualified to answer even being a non-Muslim myself - please do not hesitate to post.
If anything I hope this thread could lead to greater understanding between different cultures - being raised in a Christian family and eventually gravitating towards Islam I feel I have a somewhat relevant perspective on the two and their interactions. I wish for nothing more than harmony and understanding of what links the two - but I realize most questions will be to do with more exotic elements of Islam - that is what stands out to outsiders and interests them the most.
Anyway, I won't ramble on - just thought this might generate some interesting discussion. Remember that I am not setting myself up as an authority on Islam - I am just someone that has spent time looking into the issue - probably more than most Westerners. Best of all would be to get contributions from Muslims on this site - I know a couple of really great ones already - but I will allow them to come forward on their own if they wish to participate.
Mah As-Salaama
--- G.