Hi Jeness18,
If I haven't welcomed you already then let me take the opprtunity now to welcome you to Load-Islam forums. :)
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Jeness18
Could you answer my interview questions about Islam? I was informed that you have great knowledge of Islam
Not at all; I'm just a Muslim struggling to learn more about his religion; a student of knowledge.
5. How familiar are you with Islam on a scale from 1-10(10 is an expert)?
This question is subjective since I'm not sure what you consider an expert. You can read my posts and be the judge yourself, but let me just say that I'm very comfortable explaining, dialoguing or debating about Islam with others.
6. What is the first word that comes to your mind when you hear the word "Islam"?
The first word that comes to my mind is probably submission, as Islam is defined as peace achieved through submission to God. The first
image that comes to my mind is someone prostrating to God in a place of tranquility.
7. Do you feel that Islam preaches violence?
Absolutely not. Violence is the unjustified use of force and Islam only advocates force in situations when it is necessary for the establishment of justice and with strict conditions to ensure it is controlled and does not cause harm to the innocent. Please see the following links:
http://thetruereligion.org/modules/w...p?articleid=64
http://www.load-islam.com/c/Islam/JihadExplanation
http://www.islamonline.net/servlet/S...=1119503546394
http://www.islamonline.net/servlet/S...=1119503545840
8. What do you feel the core differences are between Islam and Christianity?
Views on salvation, views on God and views on Prophet Jesus.
9. Why do you think there has been hatred of the West along with Christianity and Judaism in much of the Islamic world?
10. What do you feel is the cause for this hatred?
12. Why do you feel that many terrorist activities are carried out by Islamic groups?
The explanation to this is identical to what I have explained here:
http://www.islamicboard.com/176321-post27.html
11. Do you feel that Islam's core beliefs were responsible for the terrorist attacks?
Absolutely not.
13. Do you feel as if more Muslims were to move to your community, it would be less safe? Would you feel the same as you do now?
If practicing Muslims moved into my community, I am sure it would be a safe place.
14. Do you feel as if more Muslims were to move to your community they would be accepted in the community?
In my community, yes, but given the increasing anomisity that is arising from the hatred being directed towards Islam from various elements within the media, this may quickly change the tolerance community members have towards Muslims.
If you feel I have not answered any questions sufficiently, please let me know and I will try to clarify the issues for you.
Regards