I don't hate Muslims. I hate fundamentalism, and unfortunately, the elements in Islam fighting its fundamentalist tendencies are weak and scattered. Christians have had their own internal dialogue against fundamentalism for hundreds of years. We subject our sacred texts and traditions to critical scholarship. Most mainstream denominations have purged themselves of fundamentalist influence. This isn't true in Islam. Those critical of fundamentalism live in fear for their lives.
I know the truth about Islam; I've read widely and deeply. I love many Muslim mystics. I have deep respect for the piety of simple people, and for Muslim hospitality, which is the warmest I've ever experienced. But that doesn't change the fact that Islam needs to experience a "reformation" and an "enlightenment" parallel to what the west experienced in the 16th-19th centuries. It needs critical study of texts and traditions, independent scholarship, and free inquiry.
2006-12-11 03:47:16
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answered by Anonymous
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I think that you are coming to the same conclusion that some Christians do, that if there's a representative of that religion then they must speak for most of them. I do not believe that most Muslims are terrorist because I know there are millions who aren't. Most Christians are God loving and fearing people who don't hate anyone else because our Bible specifically tells us not to. So if you see or hear of a couple of people-even posers on Yahoo Answers- who say that they hate Muslims then you are mistaken. They do not represent the majority as the terrorist don't represent you. We have truth that we want to share with love, because we know people will listen to the truth once love is seen. I do hope you find the truth as well.
2006-12-11 03:42:46
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answered by Anonymous
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The truth is Muslims are not hated by Christians. But who can deny that the raadical-Islamist, who is possessed with the idea they have been 'ordained' to wipe out all others if they don't submit, is a grave evil causing mass bloodshed & chaos. Look at Pres of Iran in his make-believe world trying to force this non-holocaust idea on everyone and even the dear Muslim students want freedom from this absurdity.
2006-12-11 03:45:18
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answered by spareo1 4
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I don't know you although you claim to know "most" Christians. I don't hate Muslims or anyone else.
Why do you claim to know how "most" Christians feel and why when I am sure you do not know "most of them"
Even saying many isn't fair. The religion has millions of followers and many of them would be far more than you know. Perhaps it is some you have come across. It would have to do with the individual person. (just as they shouldn't hate Muslims for rumours they have heard or from the actions of a few of them neither should you judge Christians in the same manner.)
2006-12-11 03:42:24
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answered by artimis 4
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I can't speak for any other Christians, but I don't hate Muslims. My husband is Muslim.
There are a lot of people in the world that say they are Christian, but their actions show a different tale. Christians who truly love the Lord Jesus and follow Him are to love, not hate.
I know that there is a preconception in the Arab nations that the western world is 'Christian'. This is not true. There are no countries (except the Vatican) that even claim to be Christian nations. There have been many wars fought in the name of Jesus that had nothing to do with Christianity. I live in the United States, and even though many say we are a Christian nation, that is simply not true. Although we were founded with Judea/Christian principles, the Constitution gives everyone here the freedom to choose their own religion. That makes our country very diverse in religious and non-religious beliefs.
Please don't view Christianity and Christians by the actions of those who proclaim to be, but show by their actions that they are not.
2006-12-11 03:48:18
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answered by padwinlearner 5
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Alot of Christians hate (tho, that is a strong word to use) anyone who thinks any differently than they do. It is not just Muslims, but, Jews, Hindus, Buddhists, Atheists, etc.,. I was raised a Christian, and now I am a Jew. My faith says there are good people in all faiths. I believe this.
The Evangelical Christian movement think they are ''holier than thou'' and they are so brain dead, they will never learn any differently.
Personally, I think Islam makes alot more sense than Christianity does. There is no G-d but G-d.
2006-12-11 03:50:16
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answered by Shossi 6
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Don't hate Muslims. Christians know the truth.
2006-12-11 03:42:44
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answered by Red neck 7
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Most christians don't hate muslims, get your facts right. However, some christians and some non-christians (even muslims) hate political islam (whatever you want to call it) and the implementation of the sharia. Which is why we must stand out and denounce any mullah, imam or religious leaders of islam and reject them completely to prevent sharia from taking over.
2006-12-11 03:43:22
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answered by ali 6
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I do not hate Muslims. I do know The Truth, that is why I am a Christian. I think you are being misled by a false prophet.
Merry Christmas.
2006-12-11 03:42:25
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answered by Anonymous
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It seems to be a fairly generalized religious reflex - even in those religions that give lip service to "tolerance" and "love." And let's not single out the Christians. I hear a fair amount of anti-Hindu and anti-Jewish talk from Muslims (and vice-versa in ALL cases.)
We atheists on the other hand, treat ALL religions the same way - as cultural formations whose articulated views are not necessarily related to vast areas of reality.
2006-12-11 03:44:35
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answered by JAT 6
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