The Devil started Islam?????

[Georgiaman]

Hey guys i was over at a friends house one night and i was talking to this guy and he told me somthing he heard from someone about how Islam got started here it goes.............................................. ....................

Well i always thought Abraham had two sons one by disobeying God and from the promise God gave him. One was The prosperous Issac and one was the rebelious Ismail or sum like that and Issac kept on with Gods will and Ismail was rebelious and eventually started what we now know as Islam. But this guy told me that in the Koran it tells of a "angel" coming down and telling Muhammad to write the koran or somthing along those lines and you know the Devil is deception so many Christians believe that the devil fooled muhammed as a pretend angel and told him to pretty much form Islam with mixed bible refrences cause if you look at the Koran it is somewhat simliar to the Bible. Now it dosent contridict my story about Abraham, but it is somthing to think about and when he told me this God really hit me that it was true so i just figured to tell all you who want to listen

[{X}Echo419]

I'd like to hear more. for or against

[Hulud]

Hey guys i was over at a friends house one night and i was talking to this guy and he told me somthing he heard from someone about how Islam got started here it goes.............................................. ....................

Well i always thought Abraham had two sons one by disobeying God and from the promise God gave him. One was The prosperous Issac and one was the rebelious Ismail or sum like that and Issac kept on with Gods will and Ismail was rebelious and eventually started what we now know as Islam. But this guy told me that in the Koran it tells of a "angel" coming down and telling Muhammad to write the koran or somthing along those lines and you know the Devil is deception so many Christians believe that the devil fooled muhammed as a pretend angel and told him to pretty much form Islam with mixed bible refrences cause if you look at the Koran it is somewhat simliar to the Bible. Now it dosent contridict my story about Abraham, but it is somthing to think about and when he told me this God really hit me that it was true so i just figured to tell all you who want to listen

wow worthless post, you may want to do research before posting christian propaganda

[babowc]

so.. islam is a branch of christianity in some perspective?

[Hulud]

so.. islam is a branch of christianity in some perspective?

yes it is

they just felt that they should revive some parts that the jews and christians had not followed

[Hulud]

Islam arose in Arabia in the 7th century with the emergence of the prophet Muhammad.

Muhammad claimed that he had been chosen by God, like the Hebrew prophets before him, to preach repentance, submission to God, and a coming day of judgment. He said he was not preaching a new religion, just reviving the old and pure tradition that the Christians and Jews had debased.

[Georgiaman]

hey man i probably didnt get all the details right or anything but i was just given people sum to talk about.....

[Hulud]

hey man i probably didnt get all the details right or anything but i was just given people sum to talk about.....

its cool, id like to hear a valid argument for it though

[umairejaz]

Islam arose in Arabia in the 7th century with the emergence of the prophet Muhammad.

Muhammad claimed that he had been chosen by God, like the Hebrew prophets before him, to preach repentance, submission to God, and a coming day of judgment. He said he was not preaching a new religion, just reviving the old and pure tradition that the Christians and Jews had debased.

+1

About Islam and the American Muslim

yousef

+1

[atlboy123]

Islam arose in Arabia in the 7th century with the emergence of the prophet Muhammad.

Muhammad claimed that he had been chosen by God, like the Hebrew prophets before him, to preach repentance, submission to God, and a coming day of judgment. He said he was not preaching a new religion, just reviving the old and pure tradition that the Christians and Jews had debased.

sorry~ correction.. christianity was not formed til after christ's death.. if anything, it is what the jews debased.. but even that.. were the jews at the time not the chosen people of god?

[Hulud]

sorry~ correction.. christianity was not formed til after christ's death.. if anything, it is what the jews debased.. but even that.. were the jews at the time not the chosen people of god?

you sir need to learn how to read.

i did not say thats how i felt, thats how muhammed felt
you cant "correct" what someone said

[babowc]

i seee.. tahts interesting.
wonder why they idolize cows or something.. or is that muslim?

[Hulud]

i seee.. tahts interesting.
wonder why they idolize cows or something.. or is that muslim?

i always thought muslims were the people who practiced islam

[babowc]

?_? i dunno..
all i know is that the people who say they're following religion and whatever and causing terrorism are just using their religion as something to use.

im sure no real religion will tell anyone to kill

[Hulud]

?_? i dunno..
all i know is that the people who say they're following religion and whatever and causing terrorism are just using their religion as something to use.

im sure no real religion will tell anyone to kill

exactly


but back on the topic about the devil i just searched and the only places i find that are on christian message boards, dont see anything valid to post that the devil started islam

[babowc]

only thing if devil started a religion would be the antichrist IMO

[metalman]

only thing if devil started a religion would be the antichrist IMO

Although I think he has 'sparked' some religious movements the devil tends more to infiltrate religions.
Islamics/Muslims definitely have their problems in this regard but to be honest so do baptists, jews, pentacostals, methodists, catholics, JW's, and every other religion/denomination you can name.
The devil seeks to keep ALL people in darkness no matter their religion.

[HotHordas7]

The devil seeks to keep ALL people in darkness no matter their religion.

very well said

[Hulud]

very well said

but there can only be a devil if you believe in him/it

[Romeyo07]

but there can only be a devil if you believe in him/it

On the other hand, the devil exists whether you believe in him or not.

[holy mini]

but there can only be a devil if you believe in him/it

I think that's a whole topic in itself... but nice thought to ponder.

[The Yousef]

About Islam and American Muslims

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What is Islam?

Islam is not a new religion. It is the same truth that God revealed to all His prophets throughout history. Islam is both a religion and a complete way of life. Muslims follow a religion of peace, mercy and forgiveness that should not be associated with acts of violence against the innocent.

Who are Muslims and what do they believe?

There are an estimated 1.2 billion Muslims worldwide. No more than 20 percent of Muslims live in the Arabic-speaking world. The country with the largest Muslim population is Indonesia. Muslims believe in One, Unique, and Incomparable God. They believe in the Day of Judgement and individual accountability for actions. Muslims believe in a chain of prophets beginning with Adam and including Noah, Abraham, Ishmael, Isaac, Jacob, Joseph, Job, Moses, David, Solomon, and Jesus. God's eternal message was reaffirmed and finalized by the Prophet Muhammad (peace be on them all). One becomes a Muslim by saying, "There is no deity but God, and Muhammad is the messenger of God." By this declaration, the person announces faith in all of God's messengers.

What is the Quran?

The Quran is the record of the exact words revealed by God through the Angel Gabriel to the Prophet Muhammad. It was memorized by Muhammad and then dictated to his companions. The text of the Quran was cross-checked during the life of the Prophet. The 114 chapters of the Quran have remained unchanged through the centuries.

What are the "Five Pillars" of Islam?

1) The Declaration of Faith - This consists of the two sentence declaration described above.
2) Prayer - Muslims perform five obligatory prayers each day. Islamic prayers are a direct link between the worshiper and God. Islam has no hierarchical authority or priesthood. A learned Muslim chosen by each congregation leads the prayers.
3) Zakat - One of the most important principles of Islam is that all things belong to God and that wealth is held in trust by human beings. Zakat, or charitable giving, "purifies" wealth by setting aside a portion for those in need. This payment is usually two and a half percent of one's capital.
4) Fasting - Every year in the Islamic lunar month of Ramadan, Muslims fast from first light until sunset. The fast is another method of self-purification.
5) Pilgrimage - A pilgrimage to Mecca, or Hajj, is an obligation for those who are physically or financially able.

What about the American Muslim community?

There are an estimated 7 million Muslims in America. The Muslim community in America is made up of people from a wide variety of ethnic backgrounds and national origins. There are almost 2,000 mosques, Islamic schools and Islamic centers in America. Muslims are active in all walks of life. Islam is one of the fastest growing religions in this country and around the world.

What about Muslim women?

Under Islamic law, women have always had the right to own property, receive an education and otherwise take part in community life. Men and women are to be respected equally. The Islamic rules for modest dress apply to both women and men equally. (Men cannot expose certain parts of their bodies, wear gold or silk, etc.) If a particular society oppresses women, it does so in spite of Islam, not because of it.

What is Jihad?

"Jihad" does not mean "holy war." Literally, jihad means to strive, struggle and exert effort. It is a central and broad Islamic concept that includes struggle against evil inclinations within oneself, struggle to improve the quality of life in society, struggle in the battlefield for self-defense (e.g., - having a standing army for national defense), or fighting against tyranny or oppression.

http://www.cair-net.org/default.asp?Page=aboutIslam

please can someone do some bloody research before they open their traps....that is all

yousef

[speedqueen]

people need to stop assuming things about another's faith, when u have all hte facts u have to right to speak...otherwise ur words have no base to stand on

[The Yousef]

people need to stop assuming things about another's faith, when u have all hte facts u have to right to speak...otherwise ur words have no base to stand on

...thank you
to quote Tom Clancy:

"assumption is a motherfucker"

[metalman]

The logic of making something that exists non existent by just thinking or believing it doesn't exist, doesnt fly. If someone chooses to believe there is no god or devil thats fine, its their choice, but their choice has no influence on reality. The opposite is also true.

There have been a goodly number of people throughout history who have tempted the devil into revealing himself in some way. I know a couple personally. Nothing good ever comes from that. I definitely do NOT recomend that approach. Even Christ never engaged in personal conversation with Satan. When approached and tempted He only gave him short Biblical answers and ordered him to leave.

If one wants to prove such existence they would be much better off to ask God to reveal Himself to them.

[Hulud]

The logic of making something that exists non existent by just thinking or believing it doesn't exist, doesnt fly. If someone chooses to believe there is no god or devil thats fine, its their choice, but their choice has no influence on reality. The opposite is also true.

exactly

[metalman]

exactly

And so then we are left with the evidence for the existence of God (and for Satan) which is all around us to consider.

Of course as you well know I certianly respect individual choice.

[Hulud]

And so then we are left with the evidence for the existence of God (and for Satan) which is all around us to consider.

there is no proof either way

Of course as you well know I certianly respect individual choice.

so do i

[metalman]

there is no proof either way

Oh there is MUCH proof. We have discussed some of it in our creation/evolution thread. Its there for any discerning eye. Saying it isnt doesnt change that.

[Romeyo07]

ctrl+v PnWz jo0

[Romeyo07]

There are no rules....that's where people go wrong. People think they must follow a set a rules to live their lives when they become Christian. It doesn't work that way. After you've accepted Jesus (you guys know the story), then you do absolutely nothing to change yourself. The changes within you are not something you try to do, they happen when God starts to show himself in you. You'll notice the difference, and you had nothing to do with it.

[holy mini]

back to the topic of islam... I find it interesting that the Islamic Faith is a very devout faith. If you talk to a christian or a jew there will be some devoted strong believers and some that arent, but when you talk to a muslim, rarely will you find a semi muslim... they are all very focused on their faith and live it out... I just got done with an intro to the Qur'an class where I was truely challenged by the way that some of the people in the class lived their lives as muslims. I think we should all devote ourselves to something as much as they do...

[{X}Echo419]

for Christians extreme is Pat Robertson or David Coresh(were they supposed to be christians?)
for Muslims extreme is a suicide bomber or a...I forget what's a person called that's kinda like a Pope or Bishop...? anyways that person that perverts the religon for thier own social and Political gains.
and Jews have....is there such thing as an extreme Jew?

I guess I'm trying to draw a paralell(sp) holy mini.
ok flame this post now.

[AtifSajid]

for Christians extreme is Pat Robertson or David Coresh(were they supposed to be christians?)
for Muslims extreme is a suicide bomber or a...I forget what's a person called that's kinda like a Pope or Bishop...? anyways that person that perverts the religon for thier own social and Political gains.
and Jews have....is there such thing as an extreme Jew?

I guess I'm trying to draw a paralell(sp) holy mini.
ok flame this post now.

Wow dude..you are a real brain. i wont even waste my time.

[{X}Echo419]

Wow dude..you are a real brain. i wont even waste my time.

good don't

[holy mini]

Actually, I was talking more about the good extreme... (in their devotion to the faith)... The whole suicide bomber thing is actually very similar to the Pat Robertson or David Coresh... I would say that Satan is probably involved there some how...

[{X}Echo419]

Actually, I was talking more about the good extreme... (in their devotion to the faith)... The whole suicide bomber thing is actually very similar to the Pat Robertson or David Coresh... I would say that Satan is probably involved there some how...

sorry it was oppsite day

[AtifSajid]

Hey guys i was over at a friends house one night and i was talking to this guy and he told me somthing he heard from someone about how Islam got started here it goes.............................................. ....................

Well i always thought Abraham had two sons one by disobeying God and from the promise God gave him. One was The prosperous Issac and one was the rebelious Ismail or sum like that and Issac kept on with Gods will and Ismail was rebelious and eventually started what we now know as Islam. But this guy told me that in the Koran it tells of a "angel" coming down and telling Muhammad to write the koran or somthing along those lines and you know the Devil is deception so many Christians believe that the devil fooled muhammed as a pretend angel and told him to pretty much form Islam with mixed bible refrences cause if you look at the Koran it is somewhat simliar to the Bible. Now it dosent contridict my story about Abraham, but it is somthing to think about and when he told me this God really hit me that it was true so i just figured to tell all you who want to listen

Whoever this person was at your house has no idea about religion. Ask him how Jesus got revalation?? Through Angel Gabriel..CORRECT? Aight then. Thats how all the prophets who got a Holy book revealed to them got there revalation. All three books were brought down from GOD(the almightly unkown being) to a prophet via Angel Gabriel. Islam believes in all the Holy Books, but the originals, not the changed versions floating around now of many books.

And the Devils story.....man you guys need some knowledge. Most of you all probably dont even know how the devil came to existance..

[Crazy Asian]

Similar to freakin Mormons but they are told to mate like crazy with mulitiple wifes. Same thing. Angel came down handed some fool a parchment and told to rewrite Christian books, when it's clear God said do not alter my book. So OH SNAPS!!!

Also if your question "maybe god told the angel to do it?" Nope. "Why?" Cuz only God shows up in person to talk to some one and to preach it to the people. Same as Abraham in Christianity. God showed up AND BAM "Ten Commandments." You could research it in the Bible. Some crazy stuff. Like one of my pastor's scared the shit out of me saying almost all religions litterally have the same identical story how it was created but Christianity is totally different. Remember this, devil appears in many shapes and forms and wants to recruit as much as many of his followers as possible, so I was like O.O NO FREAKIN WAY!!!

But I'm not some crazy red-neck muther fudger who's gonna bust your brains out wiht my 20 ought rifle if you dont believe god. No I'm not like that. It's all upon your soul and will. NEVER EVER will I pressure someone. I only talk and let God do the rest.

[Hulud]

Similar to freakin Mormons but they are told to mate like crazy with mulitiple wifes. Same thing. Angel came down handed some fool a parchment and told to rewrite Christian books, when it's clear God said do not alter my book. So OH SNAPS!!!

they are only fools to you because you believe your book is the right one

Also if your question "maybe god told the angel to do it?" Nope. "Why?" Cuz only God shows up in person to talk to some one and to preach it to the people. Same as Abraham in Christianity. God showed up AND BAM "Ten Commandments." You could research it in the Bible. Some crazy stuff. Like one of my pastor's scared the shit out of me saying almost all religions litterally have the same identical story how it was created but Christianity is totally different. Remember this, devil appears in many shapes and forms and wants to recruit as much as many of his followers as possible, so I was like O.O NO FREAKIN WAY!!!

so because your religion started out different than anothers that makes it right?