This morning I had a funny conversation with my wife about the possibility of beatifying Michelle Duggar that I felt I had to share with my readers, you know take a break from my serious “sky is falling” type rants. Like most mornings I picked up my iPhone (shameless plug) to check out the headlines [...]
Archive for category Spirituality & Religion
CAMPBELL BROWN President Obama’s War Doctrine; American Terrorists in Pakistan? Aired December 10, 2009 – 20:00 ET I woke up to an email mentioning these comments this morning, and at first I was going to ignore the video link and go on about my day. I already believed that Franklin Graham was the type [...]
I decided to write on this topic due to recent allegations levied toward me yet again. I have never felt a need to deal with this topic directly as I believed my writings to be evidence of where I stand on various issues. However, in order to clear up a few questions and allegations considering [...]
Let me clearly state a few notable facts that I hope will guide those that may come to this blog with critical commentary as a result of the inevitable ruckus my post may create: 1. I am NOT a Scholar of Islam, nor have I ever claimed to be, I’m just a friendly neighborhood American [...]
Muslims Must Condemn Religious Extremists by Sheila Musaji I am reading and hearing in the media a barrage of articles and editorials demanding that Muslims take a stand against those who condone or commit acts of violence. I would like to go on record as condemning all religious extremism, bigotry, violence, hatred, and terrorism by [...]
My commentary is a response based on the following article from Sheila Musaji: Anti Muslim Rhetoric Reaching a Dangerous Level What would my commentary be if I were still Christian and analyzing this Ft. Hood tragedy? Well I’m certain it would be inline with the Christianity I was taught, the very same Christ-like beliefs that [...]
Do I hate Christians?
Nov 3
Just typing the question as the title of this posting seems ridiculous to me, but no where as ridiculous as the multitude of comments, emails, etc. I get suggesting and/or asking the same thing. In short the answer is the obvious is no. Some people view criticism as an act of hate. Let me be [...]
I found out about this tragic story last night. It’s sad and sickening. However, I couldn’t help but to point out that those responsible claim that their religion “Christianity” gave them the authority and taught them that it was OK to harm these children. The irony of the entire thing is that if you replaced [...]
Runaway teen Christian convert must return to Ohio, judge rules (CNN) — A runaway teen who said her father threatened to kill her for converting from Islam to Christianity will be returned to Ohio once her immigration status has been clarified, a Florida judge ruled Tuesday. Rifqa Bary, 17, says a mosque told her family [...]
HARVARD APPLETON CHAPEL-Morning Prayers/Church Talk-The Consequences of the Myth of the Hametic Curse-Delivered on Saturday, February 28, 2009, 8:45 am by Omar Abdul-Malik-FINAL VERSION The reading for this morning’s lesson comes from the holy Koran Surah 114- entitled an-nas or mankind Qul a-uzzu bi-rabbin-nass Malikin-naas Ilaahin-nass Min-sharril-waswaasil-khan-nass Allazil yuwas-wisu fil suduurin-naasi Minal-jinnati wan-naas 1. Say: [...]
***Brother Omar Abdul-Malik will by joining my this Saturday, October 10 to discuss his sermon and many other related issues on The American Muslim Radio Show live @ 11:00am ET*** Short Sermon Delivered by Omar Abdul-Malik @Harvard’s Memorial Chapel on Friday September 18, 2009 This Mornings Scripture is from the Holy Koran Chapter 103 entitled [...]
50,000 Muslims to Pray on Capitol Hill: Guess Who’s Not Happy? So what’s so bad about praying for America? Absolutely nothing if your a sane, decent, and rational human being, who would see that as a kind gesture of peace, national unity, and pride in one’s country. However, if your the type of person who [...]
So a Muslim day of prayer is going to be held in DC at the Capital on September 25, and the venom is flowing from the “good” Christians already….Sheila Musaji at The American Muslim gave some sagely commentary and guidance. I’m actually looking forward to Christians showing us how “good” they are. According to the [...]
Have you ever read something that just made you go slack-jawed? Well, for those who read my blog, this probably happens to you often, but this isn’t about me today…. So I clicked on a link to this article and after watching the video clip, I just went slack-jawed. Not because I have never seen [...]
Maybe some self-serving selfishness in me that is a little upset that I had to go in the office today secretly bothers me, but today as I entered the subway to work, I noted to myself how today is “Good Friday” yet it’s like any other Friday. Granted, as a Muslim, I don’t really care [...]
Who knew?
Apr 3
Just when you thought you heard it all, I got this email last night from a dear brother, about a Muslim sister, who was a Reverend, but wants to practice both Islam and Christianity. At this time, my official response is no comment, but those who know me know I could fill a book on [...]
As many of you may or may not know as a matter of personal intrigue and interest, I often frequent message boards and debate issues concerning Islam and Muslims in general. In fact, this very blog resulted from a need to want to catalog my various thoughts that often get lost on message boards. Over [...]
Love?
Feb 3
I have been going over this “Gaza thing” in my head now for several weeks. I have been carefully going over my commentary on my blog, to my friends in person, on message boards, and through email. I’m still now sure I have successfully articulated how I feel but as I thought heavily on the [...]
A Journal of Hajj: A Jewish cemetery and a battlefield by Kamran Pasha Today was our last day in Medina, the city of the Prophet, before we head to Mecca, the center of the Islamic world. My mother has adjusted well and is beginning to overcome her phobia of crowds. We have had the good [...]
Show Your Religion
Apr 13
Posted by rsalaam in Commentary, Spirituality & Religion | 7 Comments
We live in a world that is dominated by those who believe in a deity of some form or another. The Abrahamic traditions (Judaism, Christianity, Islam) alone account for the largest share of humanity that believes in a Supreme Being. However, along with this common concept of belief comes the inevitable differences between religions and [...]