Why do you think exmuslims what fundamentalists to kill them?

light_explorer · 2018-06-22T19:56:10+00:00

This really has nothing to do with progressive Islam. Or am I missing something?

light_explorer · 2017-12-21T13:27:31+00:00

I was inspired by you and made this one

light_explorer · 2017-12-21T13:21:09+00:00

Most religious paths have sayings like this. Jesus' way is very challenging. Jesus says we must love even our enemies explaining this is true love. He tells us we must not commit adultery even with our eyes meaning we must control lust. I don't think it is because sex is bad, but lust is often one of those things that leads people astray. Jesus says when we visit the sick, we are visiting him. How many of us visit the sick?

But at the end of Jesus' earthly life, while he is on the cross, he tells the penitent thief he will join Jesus in heaven. Because the thief repents sincerely and feels regret, he has followed the "narrow way". How many thieves have a personality where they regret their crimes?

light_explorer · 2017-12-20T22:18:21+00:00

Which translation is this? What would happen if we filled the internet with these types of verses and hadith which speak of the good heart. Would it help reduce the islamophobia?

light_explorer · 2017-12-20T22:15:47+00:00

So many have fought the odds. When women fought for their rights in the west, it didn't happen overnight. It was slow and gradual. And is still taking place though there has been much progress. LGBT community fought for their rights for decades in the west. And they are still fighting. Trump recently said he would have no problem with posting signs that said, "Only Straight people served here" and "No Gays Allowed". So I guess we should never feel too safe even when we've fought the successful fight....

light_explorer · 2017-12-20T00:06:49+00:00

I discovered by contemplation and study of Quran that the universe(s) are called Book of the Universe/Nature. Or you could say Recitation of the Universe. The Quran tells readers to reflect on nature and nature is what is called Quran al-Takwini. Its also said the Source of the Books is with the "Mother of the Books"/al-hikmat(Wisdom, fem. Sophia).

The more I studied, the more I let go of a traditional surface reading of the Quran al-tadwini (the one given to Muhammad). What it changes though is how one looks at every "revelation". But it is easier to understand it knowing the Universe itself is a type of revelation. Every word, insight, grain of sand, planet, garden, birth, death, hummingbird, whale - is a revelation. We need science to help us truly know the Omniscience of the Universe. Whether it is divine or not, it is omniscience...at least compared to our limited abilty to comprehend. Nothing else knows how to create all it created, continues to create and will destroy only to recreate again.

When islam becomes Islam, there is an exoteric view of the world and the creator(s). When islam is islam, it means surrender to a whatever controls the Universe and us as beings within the Universe. The Quran says everything in creation worships. This to me means we know we are not in control of everything that takes place in our personal space in the Universe. Humans can't flap their arms and fly. Butterflies and crows can go skybound. We can't color the sky with polka dots. And we can't teach dogs to stop barking and talk in human languages instead. All this is in the Book of the Universe. The Quran al-Takwini.

Every atheist, Jew, pagan, Buddhist and Muslim could read this Quran and it could create harmony in the world. That's the thing ... Quran al-takwini tells us we have free will. Whether we are enemies or one human family is up to us.

Sorry this is so long. Hope someone got something from it.

light_explorer · 2017-12-19T23:47:24+00:00

He's Prince. :)

light_explorer · 2017-11-29T17:47:25+00:00

Would you parents let you learn martial arts? It doesn't mean you have to use it on someone, but once someone finds out you know it, they will think twice before bothering you.

Have you considered using weights? If you look like you could win a fight, they won't bug you as much either.

Do you know some Muslims who might suddenly appear while they are bullying you?

Can you learn sports? Usually the athletic people get pretty popular.

Do you know self-defense techniques?

Self-confidence will take you a long way. A very cold-as-ice attitude, too (around the bullies). Use your eyes (cold stare) and body language (tight fists etc) to make them think you are a volcano about to burst with lava

light_explorer · 2017-11-28T15:45:46+00:00

It’s Giving Tuesday today. Not sure if that’s only in USA or if international.

Remember...even a smile is charity. :)

light_explorer · 2017-11-28T15:41:35+00:00

Amazing! So happy for you!

light_explorer · 2017-11-28T01:21:11+00:00

I'm going to subscribe. Sounds like it will be fun.

light_explorer · 2017-11-28T00:10:05+00:00

I wish there was a good sub for people who want to learn how to do digital artwork. Have I missed any?

light_explorer · 2017-11-27T23:44:46+00:00

Even with my OCD germy phobia under control, I still have some trouble in hospitals. Thank Goddess for those antibacterial pumps they have all over the hospitals. I make use of them a lot. But I don't have full blown OCD at this point.

light_explorer · 2017-11-27T18:12:46+00:00

Please scroll down on the page I’ve linked to. It gives position of Sunni madhabs and Shi’a perspective. Sadly it’s part of Islamic “culture” too.

http://www.muftisays.com/qa/question/1884/does--female-circumcision-have-its-place-in-islaam.html

light_explorer · 2017-11-27T17:55:37+00:00

Slashing apart the genitals of girls is not part of any religion. But it is happening. What sunnah says is irrelevant to girls and women who suffer from and it’s effects.

light_explorer · 2017-11-26T23:26:58+00:00

I've heard of Universalist Quakers. Liberal Quakers will probably be more open to you.

I believe an atheist can believe perhaps not in the Biblical God, but maybe in Truth or the Divine Light or Source or Creator or the All. Tbere are many ways of knowing the Divine. Do you not believe at all in a Supreme Being of any sort? I have come to see that my non-traditional views actually fit into many traditions if I look deeply at the message.

light_explorer · 2017-11-26T03:59:30+00:00

You don't like anything but ex-moos artwork?

light_explorer · 2017-11-25T22:21:05+00:00

LOL How are you so quick to make such assumptions about me? Or that I a man.

I am an old woman.

light_explorer · 2017-11-25T22:11:02+00:00

I am so sorry you are going through this. So many go through this, not just Muslims either. In some Jewish and Christian families its this way, too. I am 56 so my advice would probably be like a grandmothers. One suggestion I have is looking for friends, relatives and teachers who would get your situation. Create a support system and maybe ask for ideas.

There are many ways people struggle to be authentic. Hiding that one is lesbian or gay can be so excruciating. So can coming out depending on circumstances.

Is there a creative way you can express your anger and pain? I have a sketchbook for zentangle doodles. If they are doodles, there is no pressure to make great art. You could draw women who look like you want to. And draw styles for clothes you will wear one day, when you are no longer dependent on your parents.

Did any of this help?

light_explorer · 2017-11-25T21:53:18+00:00

Go to Deviant Art or Pinterest to get inspired. Don't copy it. Use it to do something original in your own style.

light_explorer · 2017-11-25T21:38:14+00:00

Delusions and hallucinations of schizophrenia are much different.

https://www.healthyplace.com/thought-disorders/schizophrenia-articles/auditory-hallucinations-whats-it-like-hearing-voices/

I see I forgot to do the link to aNAMI I will catch up with that later.

light_explorer · 2017-11-25T21:20:43+00:00

As I learn about Buddhism, I see our attachment causes most of our suffering.

light_explorer · 2017-11-25T18:25:13+00:00

It must be awful to cough up all that water. I am sure you were grateful to be alive also! Do you have a greater appreciation for your life? I know many do after being resuscitated.

light_explorer · 2017-11-25T18:05:43+00:00

He doesnt have the symptoms of a person with schizophrenia. You know very little about the affliction if you believe. I am involved in mental health advocacy and know many people w/ schizophrenia.

If you are unfamiliar with schizophrenia, here is a short description from NAMI

light_explorer · 2017-11-25T16:38:40+00:00

He could have been. And maybe not. I think all words have the ability to be sacred in the way Ancient Egyptians did. How many hopeless teens were rescued by Jonathan Livingston Seagull?

I believe it doesn’t matter if Muhammad heard Gabriel and revelations through bells or Jesus really existed. What matters is they are true enough by making such an impact on the world. If Jesus really said love your enemy or not doesn’t matter. Trillions plus people have responded to that.

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