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Huxley:

Read my third para and read what you copied.  any similarity? you thoughts please.

I have to read later as i have to go

Peace

Yes, its true that all Christian religions broke off from Catholic Christianity. However, please don't compare Catholic with other Christianity religion. You see we may share some of the same basic religion however Catholics add in little things that are not in the bible that I see as sinful or as you say double standards. Mary and the saints are not worthy of the adoration, God is. And the priests are not in any manner our father.

If Catholics are now accepting Homosexuality that only shows how much they are separating from the original beliefs of the church. Homosexuality is a sin. God made women and men so they can reproduce him more followers. However, as a Christian, we need to love people who are "gay" but not their act. God destroyed Sodom and Gemorrah for this very thing "homosexuality". Read the old testament Lev.18:22 and New testament - Jude 1:but focus on verses 6, 7,8

7) "Just as Sodom and Gomorrah and the cities around them, since they in the same way as these indulged in gross immorality and went after strange flesh(same sex) are exhibited as an example in under going the punishment of eternal fire"
Yet in the same manner these men, also by dreaming, defile the flesh, and reject authority, and revile anglic majesties

Yes, the Bible mentions slavery and protections for "slaves". Notice i quote "slaves" because slavery in the bible is different to today's slavery. Slavery in the Bible is more like indentured servants. (Today we call them live-in maids) Slavery in the old testament was a volountary act by the slave if they couldn't afford living expenses. They would submit themselves to be slaves in exchange for food, shelter, etc. When their time was up they could choose to go or stay. Many stayed in gratitude to their master. The Bible (Jesus) teaches how "slaves" should be treated and how slaves should respect their master. One man (pharoah) took "slavery" to another level we all know that God redeemed the Israelites from 4oo years of slavery in egypt

On another note, although modern day slavery wasn't started by Christians, Christians have worked hard for the abolition of slavery. No other religion stood up against slavery instead they sit back and criticize the scriptures and the people who were/are doing the work to get rid of slavery.

Peace

First, let me say I highly recommend Christians to read the Holy Quoran as I find it rather interesting.

Ola, Both Islam and Christianity is based on the Jewish Faith,  . . .right?

There are a lot of similarities. The Bible was a major source of the Quoran. They have many of the same prophets, including Abraham, Jesus  (But Jesus is considered only a prophet. It also says he was never resurrected and he went straight to heaven on the cross instead)  and Mary. oh, Cain and Abel story, Ishmael is the almost-sacrifice rather than Isacc.  Heaven: In the Bible it is not clear what it is specifically like, but the Quoran says it is a great garden were everyone parties 

The only difference I see is that The bible was inspired of God, the Quoran is a man made book - stories of Muhammad.  The Bible has way more detailed evidence in Its' scripture to support scientific knowledge that could have only come from the God.  Can we say that about the Quoran?

Oh, by the way i am going to visit a mosque with my brother. He was on thep hone with one of his friends and I kind of understand him a little.  He said something about a tour.  I am going because i want to see/experience what really goes on instead of relying on preconceptions and quoran

Peace

I myself is having a hard time with the customs and culture of Nigerians but your request is rather silly and beyond me. You kneel before God not man, woman or child.

my God, how many times do you post per day?  And I am not including the other false moniker (s)   By now you should have used up your quota fi de year

Have a Blessed evening

@ friz, you have to take another test before you receive a gift.  I'll post how to interpret your score:on Sunday but keep the scores in mind

0 - 15    Secular Muslim
16 - 30  Spiritual Seeker.
31 - 45  Progressive Muslim.
46 - 60  Traditional Muslim.

Start your quiz

Q1. How and when do you read the Qur'an?
1.  At least once a day.
2.  Whenever I get the chance, often in study groups.
3.  When I feel the urge to connect to God or when I have questions about a certain subject.
4.  I never read the Qur'an.


Q2. How often do you pray?
1.  I pray 5 times a day and keep regular prayer times.
2.  I mostly keep regular prayer times, though I often combine sessions. I try to make up missed prayers whenever I can.
3.  I generally don't pray. If I do, it is during gatherings--when I go to the mosque or have Muslims around me.
4.  I don’t pray in the traditional way, but I talk to God often or try to pray my “own way."


Q3. Do you feel comfortable shaking hands/kissing friends of the opposite sex in greeting or when saying good-bye?
1.  Yes, but only when the person is not a Muslim.
2.  Yes, it is not an issue for me.
3.  No, I don’t feel comfortable shaking hands with the opposite sex. It is immodest.
4.  I feel comfortable shaking hands with but not kissing members of the opposite sex.


Q4. If your Muslim friend told you he is gay, you would:
1.  Work hard at convincing him that people have homosexual thoughts, but they should not be acted upon because they are forbidden.
2.  Ostracize him because he is living a life of sin and is no longer Muslim.
3.  Continue to be friends with him even though you believe he might be committing sinful acts.
4.  Continue to be friends with him. There is nothing wrong with being gay. Muslims have to change with the times.


Q5. During Ramadan, you, 
1.  Fast and keep the daily prayers, though I do not attend mosque functions often. I prefer the solitude of my home.
2.  Fast, keep the daily prayers, and go to my local mosque nightly to break fast. I try to attend tarawih or other Ramadan events.
3.  Fast and attend the mosque more frequently than I normally would. I try to break fast with other Muslims or with the family.
4.  Do not fast, but I might attend some Ramadan functions, mostly out of family obligations.

Q6. Most of your friends are:
1.  Muslims. I try to stay around only Muslims.
2.  Non-Muslims and also Muslims. The religious convictions of my friends make no difference to me.
3.  Muslims and also non-Muslims. I don’t purposefully surround myself with Muslims, but they are some of my closest friends.
4.  Primarily non-Muslims. In general, I don't feel comfortable hanging around Muslims.


Q7. During political elections, you generally:
1.  Think about how to get Muslims more politically active.
2.  Don’t worry much about the political scene. I'm more concerned with the spiritual state of American Muslims.
3.  Stay out of the political system because there is no room for Muslims in a system that is not run under Islamic law.
4.  Don't concern myself with Muslim issues. I vote according to other criteria.


Q8. Would you marry a non-Muslim?
1.  No, I would marry only a Muslim, because it is important to raise a Muslim family.
2.  I would most likely marry a Muslim, but would consider marrying a non-Muslim if I could raise our children as Muslims.
3.  It doesn’t matter to me, as long as the person believes in God.
4.  It's quite likely I will marry a non-Muslim or a secular person.


Q9. How do you feel about eating non-halal food?
1.  I only eat halal.
2.  I try to eat halal whenever it’s available.
3.  I don’t worry about halal, but I am concerned about how animals are slaughtered.
4.  Eating halal food makes no difference to me.


Q10. How often do you attend juma’a prayer?
1.  Every Friday. I don’t miss it.
2.  I attend juma’a nearly every week.
3.  I try to attend, but I am just as fulfilled praying elsewhere.
4.  Never.

Q11. What do you think of Muslims who own establishments that sell alcohol?
1.  They are committing a sin and should not be supported by other Muslims.
2.  Muslims should encourage them not to sell alcohol. One way of helping would be to buy other items from their store.
3.  I accept that Muslim businesses often sell alcohol to compete with similar stores. What matters is the owner's intensions.
4.  There is nothing wrong with selling alcohol.


Q12. Would you still marry someone if they had engaged in premarital sex?
1.  No, sex should only take place in marriage.
2.  It depends on the circumstances of the person and whether he or she was a practicing Muslim at the time.
3.  One should not judge a person on their past experiences. Only Allah has the right to judge.
4.  Yes. It is not important if the person has had sex before marriage.


Q13. How should we look at the divine books of Christians and Jews?
1.  The Qur'an is the final message and is therefore perfect. It should be the only book used to guide one’s life.
2.  All of the "holy" books are interesting, but they are outdated and have no real place in today’s society.
3.  They are not authentic and therefore should not be trusted fully. But they should be studied.
4.  All the holy books should be studied to better understand the message of the Qur'an.


Q14. If you had to attend a company party and alcohol was being served, you would…
1.  Not attend. It is haram to be in such a setting.
2.  Attend but not drink. I would explain why I'm not drinking, if asked.
3.  Attend but not drink. I would make up an excuse for not drinking, if necessary.
4.  Attend and have a drink.


Q15. Hijab is:
1.  Obligatory.
2.  Not obligatory, but a recommended sign of modesty.
3.  Best left to interpretation.
4.  Outdated and no longer needed.

Q16. Do you believe that it is haram to clap at any event?
1.  No. Clapping is OK, but one should realize that praise is always due to Allah, not individuals.
2.  Focusing on insignificant matters like this distracts from God.
3.  No, clapping is fine. I think clapping is especially appropriate in non-Muslim settings.
4.  Yes, all praise is due to Allah. Clapping praises individuals instead, and this is wrong.


Q17. Would you enroll your son/daughter in a Muslim school?
1.  Yes, I would make sure my kids receive primarily an Islamic education.
2.  Yes, I would send them to a Muslim school if I believed in the way the curriculum and Islam was taught.
3.  No, I think my children would be too limited if they were exposed only to Islam.
4.  No, I wouldn't even consider it.


Q18. Is it inappropriate to have dancing or music at marriage ceremonies?
1.  Yes. There should be no dancing or music present. Both are un-Islamic.
2.  It is usually OK to have music, but dancing when both sexes are present should be avoided.
3.  Both are OK. Dancing and music are often reminders of the beauty of God.
4.  No. It seems ridiculous that dancing and music are frowned upon by Muslims.


Q19. If you met Salman Rushdie in a dark alley, what would you do?
1.  Tell him that the fatwa should have never been revoked and even consider taking the matter into my own hands.
2.  Explain to him why his book "Satanic Verses" was so insulting and why many Muslims agreed with the harsh edict.
3.  Explain to him the beauty of Islam.
4.  Console him by telling him that Islam and Muslims are not in touch with modern times.


Q20. To whom do you turn for guidance on issues related to your faith?
1.  I look to a particular sheikh or mathhab.
2.  I don’t really look to anyone, but I sometimes ask a particular spiritual leader.
3.  I rely mainly on the Qur'an and hadith. If I have questions, I usually ask learned leaders or friends.
4.  I don’t really ask for guidance anymore. I have been unable to find satisfactory answers to my questions.

re the survey above. 

Even though I support equal rights for women.  Personally I prefer male run things.  Why?  Women are definitely more emotional and sensitive than men, especially emotional.

Peace

@infobabe

LOL hahahaha

James 2:10
For whosoever shall keep the whole law, and yet offend in one point, he is guilty of all. Translation - no sin is greater than the other

Christians are not supposed to have sex out side of marriage, that is called fornication. Christians do not recognize Gay marriage.

Marriage provides a means for companionship, fellowship, and procreation within a legal form according to God's laws. The urge/sex drive between man and woman was established for procreation purposes, which is why it's only sinful outside of the boundaries of marriage.
Marriage, as anyone married can attest, demands a great deal of attention and can therefore get in the way at times of worshiping God with all your heart. For those who are able to demonstrate self-control and need not be married, it's easier for them to focus their attention on God.

Mustay:
sexual intercourse

This is kindda inappropriate fi me to ask my brotha so I am asking you

Is it - no sexual intercourse for the entire month of Ramadan or only when you are fasting but can have sex after break (7pm)?

number one is sponge

What Am I?

Arnold Schwarzenegger has a big one.

Michael J. Fox has a small one.

Madonna doesn't have one.

The Pope has one but doesn't use it.

Clinton uses his all the time

Bush is one.

Mickey Mouse has an unusual one.

Liberace never used his on women.

Jerry Seinfeld is very, very proud of his.

Cher claims that she took on 3.


We never saw Lucy use Desi's.

What is it?

Answer below:










The answer is: "A LAST NAME." ?You didn't think I'd send you a dirty joke, did you?

yea, but not crazy ovah you

steam fish (snapper)
steam vegetables
boil pumpkin
corn on the cob

one of my coworkers (muslim) from Palestine said halal (sp) food is good. He recommend where to get the food. I buy halal food from some folks from Turkey and my brother eat that after the break along with what i cook (if he sees it fit to eat).

@amakaone

Awesome.  I am on the phone talking to my sister. I never once thought about using butter squash that is family to pumpkin. You see, I usually bake my butternut squash and base it with honey.  Thanks for the idea and definitly going to try it.  In fact, I may prepare it for dinner tonight.

I am sure the looks is as good as the taste

took 2 weeks off.  Well I am taking my nieces and nephew out of the house and hope to find  butter nut squash.

Blessings.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BUS6nKpddec

now why you have to go there. why bring the family in it

What do you have againt a person who is mixed.

why are you targeting me?

If it makes you happy, Let me get off your forum

@poster

Good one. I like heheheheee

Even the worst joke for 2007 is better than this one.
heheheheheheeee

Voted worst joke for 2007

For his birthday, little Joe asked for a 10-speed bicycle. His father said, 'Son, we'd give you one,
but the mortgage on this house is $280,000 & your mother just lost her job. There's no way we can afford it.'
The next day the father saw little Joe heading out the front door with a suitcase.
So he asked, 'Son, where are you going?' Little Joe told him; 'I was walking past your bed room last night and heard you telling Mom you were pulling out. Then I heard her tell you to wait because she was coming too.
And I'll be damned if I'm staying here by myself with a $280,000 mortgage & no bike.

Tattoo is something I'll never do.  And I told my kid if she ever put a tattoo on her body. . .

how about justgood

say you are accomodating a Nigerian family and you don't want to disrespect their culture or the family . what are the do's and don't.

so far I am trying to cook more african dishes

@poster;

You evah attend a c'bbean party or wedding?

dem no like to bring gift but dem want eat and drink everyting dat is in sight

then dem sit by de table with dem moat full while chatting the bride and the groom

dem want tell you what music to play at your own party and wedding

dem actually go into a dark corner and have sex while dancing

. . . . . .and the list continue

Faith isn't something you study and then gain the knowledge. Faith is a gift from God and there are those that were never given the gift and if they were given it they rejected it because they can't wrap their brain around a concept that they aren't the center of the universe.
We are in the middle of a battle its called good vs evil.

miss B

you not giving up on that fine print eh. lol

God, its not my will but yours. Thanks for your continuing blessings upon my family and friends.
You have given me another day and i give you thanks and praise
Bless all who are reading this in your name I pray

Amen

Congratulations A.K.O.

Keep your head above the water

Continue to read the Bible

Be blessed

Good choice Seun and Mukina69