No harm meant for muslims but this is what I feel?

Question

Kinda wary when dealing with muslims. Don't know the exact reasons. When I read their comments how very peaceful their religion is I can't help but think if the muslim guy next to me carries load of explosives with him. I don't know why not with the same trepidation given to christians, hindus, buddhist, atheist and pagan. Am I being brainwashed by american movies, newsprints and the fact that my country being infested with muslim rebels? Or is there a grain of truth that fanatic muslims are indeed thinking blowing themselves up an act of martyr for Allah? I am sorry to bring this out this way.

Answer 1

Good question. One way we must all see this is that there is no such thing as a religious fanatic.
The two words oppose each other.
Religious people are not fanatical.
Fanatics are not religious.
I understand what you are saying and I guess most people feel the way you do.
Am not Muslim and feel sorry for the genuine ones who are persecuted for the actions of radical terrorists.

Answer 2

I don't blame you, but realize that the majority of the Muslims out there are very nice, and thoughtful to others feelings. The Muslims that terrorize our life aren't really true Muslims and they represent an extremely tiny percent of the Muslim population. America is just too wary about these things.

Who knows, the white guy sitting next to you may be a terrorist, but you might end up suspecting the innocent Arab on the other side. I pity the state of Muslims.

Just because of what a few did, they are being prejudiced against. WE FIGHT AGAINST PREJUDICE, yet we have it instilled in ourselves. I like, however, the fact that you want to change.

And no, I'm not a Muslim. In fact, I'm an atheist.

One more thing. If only people were more benevolent in respecting other people's ideas and beliefs, then maybe this world will become a paradise. More than half of the world's problems are caused by prejudice and racist people, etc.

The media definitely spread bad things about this religion. I suggest that you take the time to read the Qu'ran and take the Earthly lessons and morals that can be applied to today's world. I do that. Even though I'm not religious, I like reading "religious" texts and taking the moral and earth lessons from it. You may learn a few things from it.

One more thing. "Allah" is not a name but rather the Arabic word for God. This is a minor thing, however, in comparison to other things.

I like how you are expressing your concern, though. Just realize that not every Arab is a terrorist and that not every terrorist is Arab.

Good luck...

Answer 3

I am a Muslim and i think the way you brought the question up is excellent you are not ignorant like others. Islam is a peaceful religion. in Islam committing suicide is forbidden in my view this is what these guys are doing and some people may disagree with me. i don't really know what your religion is but i will use Christianity as an example. if one christian walks into a bank and just starts shooting people or going into a seven-eleven and robs the poor guy at the till or even kills him sometimes, does that have anything to do with what your religion is or does it have to do with the way you were brought up and whats going on in your head!

Answer 4

What we all have to learn is that there are good and bad in all people. This is totally regardless of race and color and religious beliefs. In todays world, unfortunately for all of us, there is probably just as much of a chance of a white person of christian belief getting tangled up in bomb making or shooting up a classroom or something as equally frightening. We tend to let the media run our beliefs and feelings for us, and buy into whatever they are selling at the moment. It is difficult to avoid letting our internal beliefs to be led by what we hear and/or see. People are just people, they are good and bad, regardless of anything else. In my lifetime I have had the great pleasure to be friends with many people of many different races and religions, and they have all enriched my life. I have also known people who have become fanatical over something, and I have quickly severed any relationship I have had with them, for my own safety and that of my family and friends. During all periods of history, there have been people who are willing to kill themselves and others in the name of their cause. I can think back to the monks who set themselves on fire while protesting the Vietnam war. I was very young, at that time, and probably shouldn't have even seen those pictures, but they were everywhere. Fanatical behavior can occur for many reasons. Look at the horror of Columbine. Look at people who need counseling and help, and go "postal" and kill coworkers and totally innocent bystanders. Now that I am depressed, and in a more negative state of mind, I have to go do something positive to get my happy state of mind back. I live my life every day, and try not to live in a state of fear and hate, life is too short. Have a good night.

Answer 5

I think you are affected a little by the cultural climate of the times. I also think it is probably a natural reaction that you have, given recent events, but you have to realize not all Muslims are terrorists. The fanatics are a blight on the religion, just as any fanatic can be with any religion.

Answer 6

You are valid in how you feel because of what they did to the Twin Towers and the Pentagon.
The muslims do take it very far. They use violence and whatever ways including terrorism to supposedly propagate their ideologies and their beliefs. They are indeed religious fanatics who claim to do all these in the name of Allah. And they are willing to die for their cause;in suicidal missions. But when they involved the innocents; they can not justify their actions. I'm sure their Allah is not one for violence. Is it because they are uncivilized? Or is it because they don't practice what they preached? Whatever is the reason, one can never condone their violent acts of terrorisms?

Answer 7

Sorry to say I feel much the same way, but when you see people celebrating mass murder on 9-11, and other people dragging the corpses of downed pilots around like some medieval carnival I wonder what era of history these people are stuck in. And by these people I mean Muslims. It's scary when I hear that Muslims are more loyal to their faith than to the countries they live in. Then we hear about armed training camps in our own country, so what can be done who can we believe? My own thinking on this is that moderate and modern Muslims need to get control of this situation before the radicals destroy any remnant of trust the rest of us have for this faith and it's followers. If they fail in this task, I fear for the future of All civilization, not just our own.

Answer 8

At least you are thinking proactively about it - that's a big difference between just assuming how people are. Good for you.

I think it's just the extremists. Same was with the Christian Crusades - they thought they were doing it for God (only God can judge) but I'm sure a lot of people felt the same way about them at that time.

I sometimes feel that way about black people and I think it's because of the media that I've been influenced by. I personally haven't had any bad run in or experience with anyone of a different faith or nationality.

Boo the media and it's stereotypes and lack of correct representations :(

Answer 9

"aussiegirl" May Allah bless you.!
You just spoke my mind.

"Blowing themselves up an act of martyr for Allah?" NO
Muslim Extremist are always breaking Islamic laws. Brother there are good Muslims exist other than just Osama, Zerqawi and Palestinians etc. I'm sorry that you feel that way.!

Answer 10

i think or i'm sure that u r infected by the american's movie and media.. believe me i went to america and i live in jordan.. that mean i saw the media here and there.. and belive me the media in america is not showing the real pic of muslims.. but realy u made me very happy cuz for the first time i met somebody that at least thinks of this case and can analyze the events.. and u will find the truth someday and u will change ur opinion.. thank u for that lovely subject..