"Why has Allah forbidden eating Pork?"

[*Hana*]

Re: Why do Christians eat pork?

Nor did he eat kangaroo.-

Hmmmm, can you show me where the bible or any doctrine specifically says that? What might be likely or unlikely is hardly the point. You don't know if he did or didn't. But, we do know, he never ate pork.

Hana

 

[Joe98]

Re: Why do Christians eat pork?

Ok, this is long, but it gives you a detailed response:

Christains don't care about this issue.

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[Joe98]

Re: Why do Christians eat pork?

Hmmmm, can you show me where the bible or any doctrine specifically says he didn't eat kangaroo?

The doctrine of common sense.

Kangaroos do not inhabit the Middle East. And therefore there are no ruling on it in any religion.

This shows the absurdity of all religion.

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[*Hana*]

Re: Why do Christians eat pork?

Of course not. I am trying to help you understand Christians. This is how they think.-

lol, thank you for your concern, but I think as a former Christian, I don't need an atheist telling me how they think. :giggling:

I am very aware of Christian belief and doctrine. You can say it's because they don't care, but maybe they should. Muslims care very much about the word of God and have an enormous amount of respect for what's in their holy book. Is it then fair to say Christians don't respect the word of God as much as Muslims? I don't think so. But, my personal opinion and experience is that Christians don't understand their own Bible the way Muslims understand the Qur'an.

I don't say that to put Christians down, not at all. I say that will all due respect. There is a lot of confusion and conflicting information in there and many versions to choose from. But, I'll bet every version will still tell them they can't eat pork.

Anyway, I do thank you for your concern though. lol

Hana

 

[*Hana*]

Re: Why do Christians eat pork?

Christains don't care about this issue.

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One Christian did, which is why I posted it. Perhaps it would help if you read all the thread.

Hana

 

[*Hana*]

Re: Why do Christians eat pork?

The doctrine of common sense.

Kangaroos do not inhabit the Middle East. And therefore there are no ruling on it in any religion.

This shows the absurdity of all religion.

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Who wrote that doctrine?

Is it permissable to eat or not? Yes, there would be a ruling on it...search and I'm sure you'll find it.

Hana

 

[Looking4Peace]

Re: Why do Christians eat pork?

In all liklihood the early Christians shunned pork. I believe it became acceptable as Christianity invaded the Western European countries and adopted many of the pagan traditions that were prevelent there.


This statement is strictly my own belief and is only based on what I know of the historical development of modern Christianity.

I think that is correct, especially with Roman catholics which i was as a youngster, they threw out alot of things that were in old testament.

 

[searchingsoul]

Re: Why do Christians eat pork?

Since Christianity is comprised of both the Old Testament and the New Testament, it only makes sense that Christians follow doctrines of the Old testament in addition to the Ten Commandments. From what I know know, pork is prohibited in the OT, which is why Jews STILL dont eat pork. I dont understand why Christians arent following Christianity accordingly. After all, Jesus never ate pork.

Jesus never flew on an airplane, drove a car, enjoyed electricity,etc...But Christians are allowed to do these things too!

The reason that Christians do not follow the rules in the OT have been explained at least twice on this thread. :statisfie

 

[*Hana*]

Re: Why do Christians eat pork?

Jesus never flew on an airplane, drove a car, enjoyed electricity,etc...But Christians are allowed to do these things too!

The reason that Christians do not follow the rules in the OT have been explained at least twice on this thread. :statisfie

Neither was the condemning of airplanes, cars or electricity mentioned in the bible. And you can say you don't have to follow the OT all you want....but I have shown you where those laws were not abolished, (even according to Paul :statisfie ). You can follow the bible...or not. Up to you...as mentioned twice in this thread as well. :giggling:

Hana

ps: that was taken from a Christian source so you might want to go there and read the entire 2 page article for yourself. It's quite interesting.

 

[searchingsoul]

Re: Why do Christians eat pork?

Neither was the condemning of airplanes, cars or electricity mentioned in the bible. And you can say you don't have to follow the OT all you want....but I have shown you where those laws were not abolished, (even according to Paul :statisfie ). You can follow the bible...or not. Up to you...as mentioned twice in this thread as well. :giggling:

Hana

ps: that was taken from a Christian source so you might want to go there and read the entire 2 page article for yourself. It's quite interesting.

Hana, you provided bible scripture which pertained to Jesus prior to the crucifixion. After the crucifixion the rules of the old testament were lifted.

I also think I'll take take the advice of Christian religious scholars over one Muslim. No offense, but I'm sure you understand.

 

[Abdullah4ever]

Re: Why do Christians eat pork?



U no wats funny in the bible it forbids christians to eat pork and in the Torah it forbids jews to eat pork and in confucious book too whilst they still eat it.

They are just following their desires may allah guide them

 

[*Hana*]

Re: Why do Christians eat pork?

Hana, you provided bible scripture which pertained to Jesus prior to the crucifixion. After the crucifixion the rules of the old testament were lifted.

I also think I'll take take the advice of Christian religious scholars over one Muslim. No offense, but I'm sure you understand.

loool what I gave you was from biblical scholars. Even by Christian standards not ALL the rules were lifted at all. As a former Christian and now a Muslim that can see what Pauline doctrine did to Christianity....even HE didn't change that law. Most everything else perhaps....but not the prohibition of unclean food. I gave you the link, read it for yourself.

Ummm, and no, I'm not all offended, I was a christian for many years and I am truly thankful I was guided to Islam. Alhamdulillah.

Peace,
Hana

 

[Woodrow]

Re: Why do Christians eat pork?

The doctrine of common sense.

Kangaroos do not inhabit the Middle East. And therefore there are no ruling on it in any religion.

This shows the absurdity of all religion.

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Actualy there is a ruling on it in the Qur'an. I believe there is also a similar ruling in the Tauret.

Surah 6:145-146

To be on the safe side many Muslims and Jews would say that the only animals permitted for food are those with cloven hooves and chew a cud, when slaughtered for food in the prescribed manner. I believe most Jews and Muslims would consider a kangaroo as being forbidden based on the description of what may be eaten.

 

[searchingsoul]

Re: Why do Christians eat pork?

loool what I gave you was from biblical scholars. Even by Christian standards not ALL the rules were lifted at all. As a former Christian and now a Muslim that can see what Pauline doctrine did to Christianity....even HE didn't change that law. Most everything else perhaps....but not the prohibition of unclean food. I gave you the link, read it for yourself.

Ummm, and no, I'm not all offended, I was a christian for many years and I am truly thankful I was guided to Islam. Alhamdulillah.

Peace,
Hana

Hana you are interpretting Christian doctrine and asking others to accept it as the infallible truth. While I respect your right to this, the fact remains that it is your interpretation.

 

[*Hana*]

Re: Why do Christians eat pork?

So the scholar you that presents this information is actually a Muslim convert. This makes his opinions biases.

I would never take Islamic opinion from an apostate.

Who said he was a Muslim convert? I said I was a revert. Ohhhh, I can see where you thought that. Noooo, I meant I was revert and I could see it then and see it more clearly now. Sorry for the confusion.

Hana

 

[searchingsoul]

Re: Why do Christians eat pork?

Who said he was a Muslim convert? I said I was a revert.

I know. I misread your post and updated my comment. I'm sorry about the mistake. I think I need to go to bed.

 

[*Hana*]

Re: Why do Christians eat pork?

Actualy there is a ruling on it in the Qur'an. I believe there is also a similar ruling in the Tauret.

Surah 6:145-146

To be on the safe side many Muslims and Jews would say that the only animals permitted for food are those with cloven hooves and chew a cud, when slaughtered for food in the prescribed manner. I believe most Jews and Muslims would consider a kangaroo as being forbidden based on the description of what may be eaten.

Salam Alaikum brother Woodrow:

Actually, the Kangaroo is a herbivore and there is no reason for it to be haram, assuming of course it's slaughtered properly. Personally, I don't think I could eat Skippy :rollseyes but, Islamically, I'm quite sure it would be permitted.

Wasalam
Hana

 

[*Hana*]

Re: Why do Christians eat pork?

Hana you are interpretting Christian doctrine and asking others to accept it as the infallible truth. While I respect your right to this, the fact remains that it is your interpretation.

Actually, no, it is not my interpretation at all. I don't have that kind of memory and I'm not that bright.

I read and read and read, searchingsoul, and I don't go to one source nor do I go to Christian bashing sites. I try to always use biblical and christian scholars as my source for understanding, which is what I've done here.

If what I said is in error, please give me the verses where it is said differently and I will be more than happy to read them.

With respect,
Hana

 

[Woodrow]

Re: Why do Christians eat pork?

Actually Christianity is somewhat divided over the eating of pork.

"Why are Adventists so passionate about good health? The Bible says, “Don't you know that you yourselves are God's temple and that God's Spirit lives in you?…For God's temple is sacred, and you are that temple.” So it makes sense that Christians abstain from alcoholic beverages, tobacco, and harmful drugs and narcotics. A healthful diet, adequate exercise and rest are also important in taking care of your body-temple. Seventh-day Adventists choose not to eat meat that the Bible forbids, such as pork and shellfish. And long before research revealed the great benefits of a vegetarian diet, Adventists promoted vegetarianism as part of a healthy lifestyle. (I Corinthians 3:16, 17; 2 Corinthians 6:16; Proverbs 20:1; 23:29-32; Leviticus 11)

 

[Joe98]

Re: Why do Christians eat pork?

To Hana-Aku


This thread started with the question: Why do Christians eat pork?


Why do you think they eat pork?