Discussion on 'Why are there Muslim terrorists?'

(6) On February 07, 2008 at 1:13 pm Missyrules [1] said:

Hi i would like to say these 'muslim' terrorist are not muslims. so ignore them. the only muslims in this world spread peace. so the terrorist are in fact non-muslim

(5) On December 26, 2007 at 8:40 pm Grevillea [1077] said:

Moved from the main page, contributed by PeacefulThinking:

"There is no other religion in the modern world that advocates the fight against ALL OPPRESSION in this world except Islam. This is the basic humanity in Islam...it commands that people be honorable and noble, in order to help the weak and gain reward from God.

Islam prohibits suicide bombers because "to kill one innocent person is like killing all of mankind."

(4) On December 25, 2007 at 9:40 pm Grevillea [1077] said:

Continuation of the removed contribution :

"5. Every Muslim should be a terrorist

Every Muslim should be a terrorist. A terrorist is a person who causes terror.

The moment a robber sees a policeman he is terrified. A policeman is a terrorist

for the robber. Similarly every Muslim should be a terrorist for the antisocial

elements of society, such as thieves, dacoits and rapists. Whenever such an

anti-social element sees a Muslim, he should be terrified. It is true that the word

'terrorist' is generally used for a person who causes terror among the common

people. But a true Muslim should only be a terrorist to selective people i.e. antisocial

elements, and not to the common innocent people. In fact a Muslim

should be a source of peace for innocent people.

6. Different labels given to the same individual for the same action,

i.e. 'terrorist' and 'patriot'

Before India achieved independence from British rule, some freedom fighters of

India who did not subscribe to non-violence were labeled as terrorists by the

British government. The same individuals have been lauded by Indians for the

same activities and hailed as 'patriots'. Thus two different labels have been

given to the same people for the same set of actions. One is calling him a

terrorist while the other is calling him a patriot. Those who believed that Britain

had a right to rule over India called these people terrorists, while those who

were of the view that Britain had no right to rule India called them patriots and

freedom fighters.

It is therefore important that before a person is judged, he is given a fair hearing.

Both sides of the argument should be heard, the situation should be analyzed,

and the reason and the intention of the person should be taken into account,

and then the person can be judged accordingly.

7. Islam means peace

Islam is derived from the word 'salaam' which means peace. It is a religion of

peace whose fundamentals teach its followers to maintain and promote peace

throughout the world.

Thus every Muslim should be a fundamentalist i.e. he should follow the

fundamentals of the Religion of Peace: Islam. He should be a terrorist only towards

the antisocial elements in order to promote peace and justice in the society."

(3) On December 25, 2007 at 9:39 pm Grevillea [1077] said:

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" Answer

This question is often hurled at Muslims, either directly or indirectly, during any

discussion on religion or world affairs. Muslim stereotypes are perpetuated in every

form of the media accompanied by gross misinformation about Islam and Muslims.

In fact, such misinformation and false propaganda often leads to discrimination and

acts of violence against Muslims. A case in point is the anti-Muslim campaign in the

American media following the Oklahoma bomb blast, where the press was quick to

declare a 'Middle Eastern conspiracy' behind the attack. The culprit was later

identified as a soldier from the American Armed Forces.Let us analyze this allegation of 'fundamentalism' and 'terrorism':

1. Definition of the word 'fundamentalist'

A fundamentalist is a person who follows and adheres to the fundamentals of

the doctrine or theory he is following. For a person to be a good doctor, he

should know, follow, and practice the fundamentals of medicine. In other words,

he should be a fundamentalist in the field of medicine. For a person to be a

good mathematician, he should know, follow and practice the fundamentals of

mathematics. He should be a fundamentalist in the field of mathematics. For a

person to be a good scientist, he should know, follow and practice the

fundamentals of science. He should be a fundamentalist in the field of science.

2. Not all 'fundamentalists' are the same

One cannot paint all fundamentalists with the same brush. One cannot

categorize all fundamentalists as either good or bad. Such a categorization of

any fundamentalist will depend upon the field or activity in which he is a

fundamentalist. A fundamentalist robber or thief causes harm to society and is

therefore undesirable. A fundamentalist doctor, on the other hand, benefits

society and earns much respect.

3. I am proud to be a Muslim fundamentalist

I am a fundamentalist Muslim who, by the grace of Allah, knows, follows and

strives to practice the fundamentals of Islam. A true Muslim does not shy away

from being a fundamentalist. I am proud to be a fundamentalist Muslim

because, I know that the fundamentals of Islam are beneficial to humanity and

the whole world. There is not a single fundamental of Islam that causes harm or

is against the interests of the human race as a whole. Many people harbour

misconceptions about Islam and consider several teachings of Islam to be

unfair or improper. This is due to insufficient and incorrect knowledge of Islam.

If one critically analyzes the teachings of Islam with an open mind, one cannot

escape the fact that Islam is full of benefits both at the individual and collective

levels.

4. Dictionary meaning of the word 'fundamentalist'

According to Webster's dictionary 'fundamentalism' was a movement in

American Protestantism that arose in the earlier part of the 20th century. It was

a reaction to modernism, and stressed the infallibility of the Bible, not only in

matters of faith and morals but also as a literal historical record. It stressed on

belief in the Bible as the literal word of God. Thus fundamentalism was a word

initially used for a group of Christians who believed that the Bible was the

verbatim word of God without any errors and mistakes.

According to the Oxford dictionary 'fundamentalism' means 'strict maintenance

of ancient or fundamental doctrines of any religion, especially Islam'.

Today the moment a person uses the word fundamentalist he thinks of a Muslim

who is a terrorist."

(2) On October 15, 2007 at 08:43 am Alexreynolds [13] said:

Jihadi Bombers are Driven by promise of 'PARADISE 72' sensuous rewards-Is this not an open incentive for “ Genocide “ ?---

The motive is to gain the fabulous sensuous pleasures & Rewards ( 72 virgins & all luxuries etc for each & their families too ) promised in the KORAN. To know more about it refer to the celebrated PENGUIN translation of Koran by NJ Dawood, or detailed commentaries in Google/Wikipedia (Houri)/. See Chapters (Sura/Verses) 56/(12 to 40),55/( 52 to 68),55/ (72to-74), 76/ (12 to 22), .This is the easiest way for dropouts, drifters, idlers & the terminally ill to pass off in great glory as “Martyrs “ & also get rewards for their families who only rejoice & never mourn their death . Now even educated youths are being brainwashed to be martyrs by using newer methods like- food & gas poisoning, nuclear & germ warfare, aircraft sabotage, ship & train blasts,car bombing etc- to get these tempting sensuous rewards in Paradise.They are not misguided youth but educated & are DELIBERATELY doing so for the cause of Islam.Even one such fanatic out of a thousand is enough to cause great harm . All of them are unmarried,overnight become highly devout,grow beards & prepare for martydom. Most of them are silent members of ‘SLEEPER CELLS ‘ ready to act on their own, working secretly with even their closest relatives kept in the dark. ” ALL MUSLIMS ARE NOT TERRORISTS but ALL TERRORISTS are TURNING OUT TO BE MUSLIMS.” Is this not true ? Worldwide publicity should be given to this despicable hidden motive & the Radical Fundamentalist preachers must be made to condemn , denounce & deny these motives with banners & issue FATWAS -warning that their families will be outcasted , deported & lynched. They will never do it -as they are a party to it & actually exhort them in madrasas for Jihad and rejoice after the killings.Is this not an open incentive & call for Genocide ??? -Your comments please---

(1) On January 14, 2007 at 10:22 pm 196.205.131.62 said:

In reality, they are not.

If you read Quran, it is all about peace.

The word islam is a derivative from the word salam, which means safety and peace.

There is a minority of muslims who are brain washed and got it all wrong.

100% of good muslims disapprove and denounce terrorism.

It is the media who is exposing this a lot for political reasons.

Also there is a big question mark on the definition of terrorism.

Most of the terrorism is related to invaded countries. ie. Palastine, Iraq, Afghanistan etc.. bearing in mind that Islam stipulates that one should die to defend his territory....

Note: Joe Sewell moved this to the answer of "Why are there Muslim terrorists?"

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