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Posted: 10 years ago
#81

Originally posted by: zorrro

If it was a simple case of misunderstanding it wouldnt matter much but when it is something as serious as mass killings and world terrorism it needs to be taken more seriously. Those who know the true teachings of Koran dont seem to be doing much to condemn the mindless kiliings or set the record straight. Why is it so?


You only see what you want to see. I have seen many instances where Muslim organizations have condemned terrorism.

http://theamericanmuslim.org/tam.php/features/articles/muslim_voices_against_extremism_and_terrorism_part_i_fatwas/
http://www.whyislam.org/jihad-2/worldwide-condemnation-of-terrorism/
http://www.muhajabah.com/otherscondemn.php
http://www.freemuslims.org/
http://baltimore.cbslocal.com/2014/05/08/muslim-leaders-condemn-the-kidnappings-of-nearly-300-nigerian-schoolgirls/
http://mediamatters.org/research/2013/09/24/fox-isnt-paying-attention-muslims-across-the-wo/196058

And there is many more.. 😊 Muslims do condemn terrorism. People think that they don't because it is not heavily broadcasted by the media like terrorism is.
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Posted: 10 years ago
#82
Thats encouraging , thanks a lot for clarifying it 😊
If it is true that these are deliberately not being broadcast then that is cause for worry! This needs to be seriously investigated by any govt that is The terrorist and their supporters and also the general public need to know the truth. Some gullible youngsters are being misled into violence.
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Posted: 10 years ago
#83
@ .Chiquita.
Thankyou for clearing out the misconceptions pertaining to Islam.. but the fact remains that Islam & even some other religions need to work harder in fighting such religious terrorism...especially the point put forth by zorro with respect to gullible youngsters is quite worrisome..
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Posted: 10 years ago
#84
@ peaceseeker
The following is my final say with respect to "21st Century Religion" a.k.a "Transcendology" -

1. I do appreciate the noble intentions of the '21st Century Religion' wherein it seeks to put humanity above everything else & eliminate all forms of religious terrorism but i cant say i approve of this "religion"..in other words, i am united with the cause but not with the method..

2. I do not find it practical or even acceptable mainly bcoz of its insane demands that asks people to change how they view God or God's words or even other worldly concepts such as spirit , you see when you do that , u r not merely "updating" the different religions around the world but actually tampering with its authenticity since the basic foundation of most religions happens to be their own interpretations of such other worldly concepts..Transcendology asks people to discard their beliefs as "supernatural superstition" & convert to its philosophies by accepting its interpretations of such other worldly concepts...

3. I feel that you are mistaking "updating" with "conversion"...you kept on insisting it is merely updating , however ur topic itself says "21st Century Religion"..i feel that may be transcendologists are failing to comprehend this difference bcoz they are thinking at "macro level" whilst completely ignoring the "micro level" issues.. at "macro level" it seems like 'transcendology' could solve all the problems in the world with respect to different religions & religious terrorism but the fact remains that at 'micro level' as in each individual religion , Transcendology's insistence or opposition ( sure its sugar coated as "updating' & not "conversion" ) to each religion's fundamental beliefs is not acceptable..

4. For a concept that merely seeks to "update" all the religions worldwide, it sure comes with its own scientifically unproven interpretations of the "other worldly concepts"..and therefore it makes me doubt the nobility of its intentions..updating or conversion ? 🤓

5. As for your "terrorist beware" message , i have already had my say in it , yes the Peace Loving-Muslims can endorse this message ( with due consideration given to the previously mentioned political & administrative aspects) but the description of this message will & should be as per their own religious beliefs and not necessarily "Transcendology"..

6. Most religions dont need any "updating" since they all are already '21st century Century" religion..and thats the beauty of it..ancient religions are still very much applicable even today.its only the matter of proper interpretation & representation..

7. Last but not the least, it is the Humans that lost Humanity & started "Misusing" religions for evil purposes & there within lies the solution to the problem as well.. proper interpretation & representation of the said belief system should do the trick..i find that a more practical & acceptable solution as opposed to "Transcendology" or "21st century Religion"..

And here I rest my case ! Peace 😊
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Posted: 10 years ago
#85

Originally posted by: .chiquita.

I have seen many instances where Muslim organizations have condemned terrorism.

😊 Muslims do condemn terrorism. People think that they don't because it is not heavily broadcasted by the media like terrorism is.

They are to be applauded...but is it really enough for peace loving Muslims to sit back in their easy-chairs and comfortable homes and say "I condemn terrorism" while the killings continue? Now why don't we all just stick our heads into the sand like ostriches and hope that maybe the Muslim terrorists will all disappear.
If you are a peace loving Muslim will you post signs stating:
TERRORISTS BEWARE
Death of another human whose soul has not had a chance to reconcile with Allah means death to the soul of the killer...wasted lives and souls...your soul will DIE and your family will never see you again.
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Posted: 10 years ago
#86

Originally posted by: Quixotic5

@ peaceseeker

The following is my final say with respect to "21st Century Religion" a.k.a "Transcendology" -

1. I do appreciate the noble intentions of the '21st Century Religion' wherein it seeks to put humanity above everything else & eliminate all forms of religious terrorism but i cant say i approve of this "religion"..in other words, i am united with the cause but not with the method..

2. I do not find it practical or even acceptable mainly bcoz of its insane demands that asks people to change how they view God or God's words or even other worldly concepts such as spirit , you see when you do that , u r not merely "updating" the different religions around the world but actually tampering with its authenticity since the basic foundation of most religions happens to be their own interpretations of such other worldly concepts..Transcendology asks people to discard their beliefs as "supernatural superstition" & convert to its philosophies by accepting its interpretations of such other worldly concepts...

3. I feel that you are mistaking "updating" with "conversion"...you kept on insisting it is merely updating , however ur topic itself says "21st Century Religion"..i feel that may be transcendologists are failing to comprehend this difference bcoz they are thinking at "macro level" whilst completely ignoring the "micro level" issues.. at "macro level" it seems like 'transcendology' could solve all the problems in the world with respect to different religions & religious terrorism but the fact remains that at 'micro level' as in each individual religion , Transcendology's insistence or opposition ( sure its sugar coated as "updating' & not "conversion" ) to each religion's fundamental beliefs is not acceptable..

4. For a concept that merely seeks to "update" all the religions worldwide, it sure comes with its own scientifically unproven interpretations of the "other worldly concepts"..and therefore it makes me doubt the nobility of its intentions..updating or conversion ? 🤓

5. As for your "terrorist beware" message , i have already had my say in it , yes the Peace Loving-Muslims can endorse this message ( with due consideration given to the previously mentioned political & administrative aspects) but the description of this message will & should be as per their own religious beliefs and not necessarily "Transcendology"..

6. Most religions dont need any "updating" since they all are already '21st century Century" religion..and thats the beauty of it..ancient religions are still very much applicable even today.its only the matter of proper interpretation & representation..

7. Last but not the least, it is the Humans that lost Humanity & started "Misusing" religions for evil purposes & there within lies the solution to the problem as well.. proper interpretation & representation of the said belief system should do the trick..i find that a more practical & acceptable solution as opposed to "Transcendology" or "21st century Religion"..

And here I rest my case ! Peace 😊

Beautifully summed up 👏
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Posted: 10 years ago
#87

Originally posted by: Quixotic5

@ peaceseeker

The following is my final say with respect to "21st Century Religion" a.k.a "Transcendology" -

1. I do appreciate the noble intentions of the '21st Century Religion' wherein it seeks to put humanity above everything else & eliminate all forms of religious terrorism but i cant say i approve of this "religion"..in other words, i am united with the cause but not with the method...7. Last but not the least, it is the Humans that lost Humanity & started "Misusing" religions for evil purposes & there within lies the solution to the problem as well.. proper interpretation & representation of the said belief system should do the trick..i find that a more practical & acceptable solution as opposed to "Transcendology" or "21st century Religion"..
And here I rest my case ! Peace 😊

I sincerely thank you for your frank opinion & will have to re-think my strategy. It is my feeble attempt to use Transcendology, which has its roots in Transcendentalism, to as you say "wherein it seeks to put humanity above everything else & eliminate all forms of religious terrorism". Some have said it is planting a seed that will take many decades to develop into a fruit-bearing tree.
Namaste.
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Posted: 10 years ago
#88
Religion is like an addictive drug. It is pointless to argue which drug works best.
But all of them have the ability to provide an escape from the mundane.
On the negative side, it can also rob us of our powers of discrimination and rational thinking.
(It can be argued that if a person has completely surrendered himself to the God of his choice then all would be well, still common sense should prevail when one is in the infant stage of development.)
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Posted: 10 years ago
#89

Originally posted by: zorrro


Religion is doing their part & as much as they could... & "Others" needs to do their part too..
https://twitter.com/hijabinator/status/518518179233275904/photo/1

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Posted: 10 years ago
#90
@ .Chiquita.
I forgot to ask one of the most important questions, with respect to Islam so far from the discussion on this thread it has been made clear that Islam condemns terrorism & the religion was unfairly used to justify such evil acts with the help of distorted versions of the holy texts..however, religions like Christianity & Islam have a terrible reputation when it comes to LGBT issues..i have heard few Christians coming up new interpretations of their Holy texts in support of the LGBT community but practically nothing of that sort have come to notice as far as Islam is concerned..what do you have to say about that ?.. also, could you please enlighten about women's freedom of life choices in Islam ?.. coz generally Muslim women are seen as the most restricted & unfairly treated group of people ..so i would like to get a brief insight on Islam's stand about women's rights..😊

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