“In the language of the Divine Law, this word (jihad) is used specifically for the war that is waged solely in the name of God against those who perpetrate oppression as enemies of Islam. This supreme sacrifice is the responsibility of all Muslims.” Sayyid Abul A’La Maududi, author of “Jihad in Islam” and “Towards Understanding Islam”. More controversial Muslim books for sale http://www.torontosun.com/2012/03/30/more-controversial-muslim-books-for-sale-in-toronto I have met two outspoken and profound Canadian Muslims, Tarek Fatah and Salim Mansur, who are denigrated by clerics and believers of Islam. They are likely considered apostates, non-believers or converts, for speaking and writing about reform and modernity. Often, I read their articles and comments in the Toronto Sun or other periodicals and online sites. There are many egregious incidents that have been perpetrated by Muslims and their jihad, which Muslim leaders and clerics define as more peaceful rather than holy war. War happens when they are attacked or feel oppressed. First Casualty of War: Truth – Tarek Fatah, Toronto Sun (to be linked) The following I read in Tarek Fatah's piece in the Saturday Sun: Syed Qutb, another Egyptian stalwart of the Islamist movement and the Muslim Brotherhood, in his book Milestones writes the following. "Any place where Islamic shariah is not enforced and where Islam is not dominant becomes the Home of Hostility (Dar-ul-harb)... A Muslim will remain prepared to fight against it., whether it be his birthplace or a place where his property or any other material interests are located." A prime example of spinning the truth is the horrible murders by jihadist Mohamed Merah of Toulouse, France. Jihadists are influenced at early ages, regardless where they come from or are born, because it is “written” and taught, continuously. It doesn’t matter if they are predators for a jihad – perhaps, it’s even better, that the young jihadists are lone wolves, since the Islamists, and Islamic organizations condemn them as insane or against Islam and the Koran. However, they are reluctant to condemn tribes and nations, such as Iran, that promote holy war, or nations that harbor jihadists, such as Pakistan. Pakistan must be held accountable – Salim Mansur http://www.torontosun.com/2012/03/30/mansur-pakistan-must-be-held-accountable#disqus_thread "It should be obvious that travelling to Pakistan from Europe, or anywhere else, by a non-Pakistani requires arranging for a Pakistani visa. It is also obvious that young men like Merah required visas to head out for Pakistan, and for them to readily acquire visas means there is in place arrangements within some of the Pakistani consular offices abroad to assist foreign jihadis in their mission." Salim Mansur There are times I feel sad for progressive and educated Muslims, who have emigrated to democracies or were born in democratic nations, and truly desire peace and a better life. But, the medieval doctrine, the ideology of submission and jihad, is promulgated and proselytized. Converts, sometimes, can be worse.
Military not in step with 'no war against Islam'... Why was the US military teaching 'total war' on Islam? 10 May 2012 - Martin Dempsey has ordered an investigation into how the class was approved for teaching See also: Al Qaeda in Yemen has "whole outfit" devoted to attacking U.S. May 10th, 2012 - The Yemeni branch of al Qaeda now has "a whole outfit designated to target the U.S. homeland," according to a source closely working with U.S. intelligence agencies and the military.
Granny says, "Dat's right - dat's Billy Graham's boy, Franklin - better lissen to him... Rev. Graham: Islam Is Not Compatible With American Values December 16, 2015 | Noting how Islamic law, sharia, contrasts with the U.S. Constitution and how women are treated under sharia, Rev. Franklin Graham said he did not believe that Islam is compatible with American values, and added that all immigration should halt until we have a proper system to vet people. See also: Graham to Muslims: Your Religion Is Not the Enemy December 16, 2015 | At the GOP undercard presidential debate in Las Vegas on Tuesday, Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) addressed American Muslims, saying they are not the enemy and neither is their religion.
Granny says, "Dat's right" - dat's why she keeps her Mossburg 12ga. locked an' loaded w/ rocksalt... 'Front Line With ISIS Isn't Just in Iraq and Syria, It's in Kennedy Airport and the Rio Grande' December 16, 2015 | Tangling with rival Marco Rubio on immigration, Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) said he stood for amnesty at the same time Rubio joined Democrats Barack Obama and Sen. Chuck Schumer in supporting a "massive amnesty plan." See also: Not All Muslims Are Jihadists But All Jihadists Are Muslims December 16, 2015 | In response to a question about Donald Trumps proposal to halt the immigration of Muslims into America until they can be securely vetted, presidential contender Rick Santorum said it was a legitimate issue, and stressed that not all Muslims are jihadists but all jihadists are Muslims.
Granny says, "Dat's right, you tell `em Rev - if dey did worship the same God, dey'd call him Jehovah too... Islam and Christianity Clearly Do Not Worship the Same God January 27, 2016 | In reaction to a political science teacher at evangelical Wheaton College who decided to wear the hijab in solidarity with Muslims and suggested that, Christians and Muslims worship the same God, Rev. Franklin Graham said this is no minor issue that should be debated, because Islam and Christianity clearly do not worship the same God.
Islam not welcome in Germany & France... Islam Under Fire in Europes Two Biggest Nations May 2, 2016 A right-wing party in Germany that made gains in recent state elections has adopted a party manifesto declaring that Islam is not part of Germany.
Granny says, "Dat's right - don't sugar-coat it - call it what it is... 'Why Is It So Hard' For Obama 'To Call Islamic Terrorism What It Is?' September 20, 2016 | Commenting on the radical Islamic terror attacks in Minnesota, New York City, and New Jersey, Reverend Franklin Graham asked, "Why is it so hard for our president and his administration to call Islamic terrorism what it is?"
Granny says she ain't bowin' Mecca... Islam on Track to Overtake Christianity, Become the Worlds Biggest Religion March 3, 2017 By the middle of this century, the number of Muslims worldwide will roughly equal those of Christians and by the centurys end will exceed them, making Islam the worlds largest religion.
Jihad means 'striving or struggling', It can mean the struggle against one's evil inclinations, or efforts toward the moral betterment of society.[1][2][4] In classical Islamic law, the term refers to armed struggle against unbelievers,[2][3] while modernist Islamic scholars generally equate military jihad with defensive warfare.[5][6] In Sufi and pious circles, spiritual and moral jihad has been traditionally emphasized under the name of greater jihad.[7][3] The term has gained additional attention in recent decades through its use by terrorist groups. John L. Esposito, ed. (2014). "Jihad". The Oxford Dictionary of Islam. Oxford: Oxford University Press. Peters, Rudolph; Cook, David (2014). "Jihād". The Oxford Encyclopedia of Islam and Politics. Oxford: Oxford University Press. (subscription required (help)). Tyan, E. (2012). "D̲j̲ihād". In P. Bearman, Th. Bianquis, C.E. Bosworth, E. van Donzel, W.P. Heinrichs. Encyclopaedia of Islam (2nd ed.). Brill. (subscription required (help)). Gerhard Böwering, Patricia Crone, ed. (2013). "Jihad". The Princeton Encyclopedia of Islamic Political Thought. Princeton University Press. Wael B. Hallaq (2009). Sharī'a: Theory, Practice, Transformations. Cambridge University Press (Kindle edition). pp. 334–33 Peters, Rudolph (2015). Islam and Colonialism: The Doctrine of Jihad in Modern History. DE GRUYTER MOUTON. p. 124 – via De Gruyter. Rudolph Peters (2005). "Jihad". In Lindsay Jones. Encyclopedia of Religion. 7 (2nd ed.). MacMillan Reference USA. p. 4917. Further: What Jihad is or is not.
Shall I post the similar comments made by Million Moms and other conservatives about "Beauty and the beast?" Basing your comments on what the loonies say is not helpful.