What I mean is this... I was recently *strongly* criticized for not acting Muslim enough because I am not as modest as other Muslimahs (though I am in fact modest) and because I listen to select music and don't follow Hadith as strictly as others. Does this mean I am not truly Muslim, or I am not as good as other Muslims? I can extend this question to other faiths as well. Are Christians who cannot attend Sunday services due to conflicts such as work less Christian for this? Are Jewish men who wear a Yamaka more pious than those who don't? Who has the right to decide these things and do you feel the need to confront those you feel are not living up to your religious standards?
I know I have asked a lot here, but please share with me (honestly) how you feel.
By the way, I believe there is ONLY ONE who knows how much we believe and that is God, and no one else has the right to assume they know what is in our hearts.
2007-08-02
11:35:31
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♥ terry g ♥
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