Political Correctness and ISLAM?

[Uncle Chester]

Is it me or does it seem as though a bizarre political correctness has stopped people from criticizing Islam?

I mean it's as if Ilsam is given way too much respect by society while some of it's believers go around decalring death to those question it's morality and ideals?

Thoughts?

Do you think this is the case or is it only in Australia?

 

[Smartie]

I'm a Muslim and I really don't think there's any kind of halt to criticizing us Muslims.But If you mean Islam itself and not Muslims , I can say that there's not much you can criticize.Especially if you know that Islam is not what Media , Non-Muslims and even Muslims say it is.The only reliable source in Islam is The Holy Quran which is written in Arabic and most of translated verisons are inaccurate.

(Remember that what a Muslim do is not necessarily or even likely Islam.Islam is misunderstood and misused by lots of so-called and self-proclaimed Muslims,including those who are mass murderers.So If some stupid-ass Muslim plants some explosives inside his stomach and attack somewhere it's not Islams's fault.Islam,unlike lots of religions , doesn't give orders to people and ask them to do them.Islam gives people hints and guidance so it' everyone's own responsibility to find out what's the right thing to do.)

Can you please bring me an example which politicians had to do sth about islam and they didn't?

 

[Uncle Chester]

I'm a Muslim and I really don't think there's any kind of halt to criticizing us Muslims.But If you mean Islam itself and not Muslims , I can say that there's not much you can criticize.Especially if you know that Islam is not what Media , Non-Muslims and even Muslims say it is.The only reliable source in Islam is The Holy Quran which is written in Arabic and most of translated verisons are inaccurate.

(Remember that what a Muslim do is not necessarily or even likely Islam.Islam is misunderstood and misused by lots of so-called and self-proclaimed Muslims,including those who are mass murderers.So If some stupid-ass Muslim plants some explosives inside his stomach and attack somewhere it's not Islams's fault.Islam,unlike lots of religions , doesn't give orders to people and ask them to do them.Islam gives people hints and guidance so it' everyone's own responsibility to find out what's the right thing to do.)

Can you please bring me an example which politicians had to do sth about islam and they didn't?

Comedy Cnetral was basically forced to not air the South Park episode because some Muslim's threatened to kill them citing how Matt Stone and Trey Parker insulted Islam. It's pretty sad when we give up our freedom of speech just to appease some extremists.

BTW Do not think Islam is only a guideline on how one should live their life. In essence it's similar to the Torah and Holy Bible meaning it defines rules to be followed.

I find certain texts in the Koran extremely primitve but no less primitive then any of the Abrahamic religions.

 

[Smartie]

BTW Do not think Islam is only a guideline on how one should live their life. In essence it's similar to the Torah and Holy Bible meaning it defines rules to be followed.
I find certain texts in the Koran extremely primitve but no less primitive then any of the Abrahamic religions.

You know what's the most famous line in Quran?

Never believe in anything unless you have had thought about it before.

Did You know these 2 other interesting facts ?

1)Quran has invited people to think and use their mind about 1000 times.

2)The people who use their mind are the most praised class of people in Quran.

What does this prove?this proves that Quran never forces you into believing anything.And this doesn't mean there is no rules.

Undoubtedly there are some rules that Muslim must follow , but before that , they must think about it , and believe in it from bottom of their heart.This is what exactly makes Quran different from other so-called holy books.

What counts in Islam is faith.

The big problem is that the image of Islam is hugely ruined , and mostly by Muslims themselves and by people who are in control of world's wealth and power because they know on some level that true Islam will be a huge pain in the ass for them.

 

[Uncle Chester]

You know what's the most famous line in Quran?

Never believe in anything unless you have had thought about it before.

Did You know these 2 other interesting facts ?

1)Quran has invited people to think and use their mind about 1000 times.

2)The people who use their mind are the most praised class of people in Quran.

What does this prove?this proves that Quran never forces you into believing anything.And this doesn't mean there is no rules.

Undoubtedly there are some rules that Muslim must follow , but before that , they must think about it , and believe in it from bottom of their heart.This is what exactly makes Quran different from other so-called holy books.

What counts in Islam is faith.

The big problem is that the image of Islam is hugely ruined , and mostly by Muslims themselves and by people who are in control of world's wealth and power because they know on some level that true Islam will be a huge pain in the ass for them.

1) The Jewish Torah is a billion times more inviting intellectually than Koran and Bible combined. It puts great pressure on education. The Bible is to a stimulant for the mind. This doesn't make the Koran special.

2) I'll take your word for it.

That doesn't prove anything dude. The Bible doesn't force you jack shit, it just tells you be what god wants you to be or you gonna suffer. It doesn't force you just tells you the consequences if you don't adopt their beliefs.

So Muslims have to think about and believe in the rules they adhere by. Okay... the exact same thing could be said about Bible and the Torah. You do realise to be an actual Christian you have to believe in the Christian god and follow his word? much like in Islam. Actual belief is essential in all 3 religions.

The image of Islam has been ruined by the attacks from the extremists, the backward Islamic laws of certain countries. The media reports what it sees. There aren't any complete lies and don't pretend the Koran doesn't have some fucekd up shit in it.

 

[Mighty NorCal]

Any time something is a hotly contested and passionate political issue, it will be handled with kid gloves. Islam and Muslim people in general are at that point right now. Mainstream culture fluffs them up, while hiding deep prejudice behind closed doors. This country and the world in general has been through this same process time and time again.

 

[Hollywood Naitch]

Personally, I do believe this to be the case.

In England it seems open season to slag off Christianity etc, and local governments try to do everything they can to satisfy the minorities etc but in a traditionally Christian nation it is not possible to respond in any way in case it offends the Muslim people and their faith.

In my opinion, every religion should be free to celebrate their own holy events etc, and do so without the fear of offending others with their actions. PC has gone to stupid extents now. I am English and a Christian (albeit not really religioues) and I dont have a problem with Islamic festivals, holy days etc (why should I? They have as much right to celebrate or worship as I do) but I see Christian people having to moderate their events such as Christmas (some local governments now call Christmas "the fetival of lights" WTF?!?!) in order to not offend the MINORITY.

Ridiculous. FFS just let people celebrate as they want without political correctness bullshit. It causes more problems than it solves.

Hope I havent offended anyone with this rant, it wasnt my intention if I have, just my opinion..which I am entitled to