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RE:muslims are victims of islam
by mohd rehman on Feb 18, 2007 01:59 PM

first of all i would like to advise Mr Vikram that half knowledge is really dangerous.
secondly thank you very much for your sympathy towards the people of islam.
The Countries which you are mentioning to be destroyed by the tide of islam is just your mere perception because Allah have blessed them with a special favour and brought them out of the life of ignorance and betrayal towards the path of the believers.
islam was never spread by force, just bringing the issues of a handful persons won't give you the right to make a perception that islam was spread by force.
and regarding the Idol Worship.
the Holy Mosque in Mecca. Muslims face the direction of the Kaaba, known as the Qibla during their prayers.
At the time of the Prophet, people even stood on the Kaaba and gave the adhaan or the call to prayer. One may ask those who allege that Muslims worship the Kaaba; does an idol worshipper ever stand on the idol he worships
In order to unite Muslims in their worship of the One True God, Muslims, wherever they may be, are asked to face in only one direction i.e. towards the Kaaba.

When the Muslims visit the Holy Mosque in Makkah, they perform tawaf or circumambulation round the Kaaba. This act symbolizes the belief and worship of One God. Just as every circle has one centre, so also there is only one Allah (swt) worthy of worship.

Regarding the black stone, Hajr-e-Aswad, Umar the illustrious companion of the Prophet Muhammed (peace be upon him), said:
"I know that you are a stone and can neither benefit nor harm. Had I not seen the Prophet (peace be upon him) touching (and kissing) you, I would never have touched (and kissed) you".
Thus, it is important to note that though Muslims face the Kaaba during prayers, they do not worship the Kaaba. Muslims worship and bow to none but Allah.
Islam is a complete way of life. it totally believes in tolerance towards others.
regarding the other issues they are more political rather than religious. i don't think anybody needs your suggestions.
i would suggest you to acquire some knowledge before making any statements.

Thanks
Mohammed Vasi

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