A question for people who have never met a Muslim....?

Question

Tell me three things you think about Muslims and please don't use profanity.

This question was very similarly asked before today, and I was really surprised that the majority of answers was very positive and there was really no one who used profanity in the answer. Well it was so early the day that I think most Americans were probably still in bed (I live in Europe, there is a time difference of 6-9 hours).
Now at a time that probably a lot of Americans are here, will the question be answered in similar way? I notice that whenever I check this website later the day I see more hatred against Muslims. Or is this a wrong perception?
It is just my impression, tell me if I am wrong, I will change my opinion if you show me otherwise.

Thank you people, the results here are similar like the ones in the morning. Sorry for the stereotype in the question. I was just curious.

By the way I don't think that Americans sleep long. I said this because of the difference of time zones.

Answer 1

I think the fear of the unknown is what tends to bring out the profanity in people, whether they are Americans, Muslims, Iranians, Japanese, Indian...and right now, with the war over in the Middle East, the media can be a nightmare to both sides.

I. Muslim is just another type of religion
2. Muslims practice their religion differently than say, Catholics
3. Basically, though, Muslims are people, trying to be accepted. They maybe feel like outcasts and that, I believe, too, is because of the fear of the unknown. A few bad apples makes all Muslims look bad (the terrorists of 9/11).

I do not personally know any Muslims, though I think, with an open mind, we could all learn something from each other over time.

Answer 2

I've met many Muslims online, and I meet Muslims once in a blue moon at my school, but I don't know any very well.

So just ignore my answer if you don't think I qualify.

I admire the Muslim women for their modesty.
I think Muslims are very devoted to their beliefs since they pray 5 times a day and fast during Ramadan, and some memorize the Qur'an.
I think that *some* Muslims do not speak out enough against terrorism in their ranks.

I'm an American.

I noticed way more questions about Islam early in the morning, like 4am Eastern Standard Time. I am assuming that people from Islamic countries are on at that time. I also notice more Hindu questions at that time. It seems to me that those questions are not the kind where they are bashing the religions, but really wanting to know something.

Answer 3

The people that show hatred towards Muslims very likely never even spoke to one. That is sad. But when you speak to others you find that we really have a lot of similarities as people. Think some do not want to know about that. They prefer hate. Answers all their questions for them. Don't even have to bother thinking about the subject. Just I hate. Lazy attitude.

Answer 4

I don't know if I ever met a Muslim or not, as I don't ask people what their beliefs are upon meeting them. As such, I have no opinion about Muslims or any other religious group.
The only thing I know is that the extremists are not a nice bunch.

Answer 5

i am a american and i find most of the muslims on the net to be just as hateful toward nonmuslims as i see christians toward non christians. the thing i see most of muslims on the net that they are trying to pick up women in chatrooms or trying to convince people that they are right and everyone else is wrong its sad really.

Answer 6

1. They believe in the prophet, Mohammed.
2. They believe in one God.
3. They teach the brotherhood of man.

Answer 7

I've heard they have skin, like to eat food, and sleep on occasion. I'm not sure how I feel about a question that invites stereotyping. You're either going to get the people who call them terrorists or those who are trying to prove they're not prejudiced by saying only positive things.

Answer 8

Hmm. Already met a few, so I guess I don't count in your survey of "three things".

However, please note the absence of hatred and profanity. Yes, I'm American. Your perception is your perception. Wrong, or right, is for YOU to decide.

Thanks for asking.

Answer 9

However misguided, Muslims are people just like us. I know of no-one who dislikes the people, only their beliefs. They believe in a false prophet who has led them astray. As Christians we should all pray for their souls and ask God to have mercy on them.
As Jesus said." Forgive them Father, for they know not what they do."

Answer 10

what difference does it make what Religious Belief System one follows as long as everyone allows others to worship as they want to. everyone has a right to worship the way they want as there are many paths and ways to get to ones destination such as by walking, a car, a train, a plane etc. how one gets to their destination is unimportant but arriving is.