05-04-2003, 07:31 AM
One of the most valuable lessons I have ever learned is to always consider a viewpoint that is not your own. No matter how much we may initally despise that opinion or viewpoint. This is how one improves his or her knowledge. We may hate a thing, but it may be the better thing for us.
David said : [b:9ff3f206e4]The Bible, as a record of what the prophets said and did, is more like the Hadith and Sunnah[/b:9ff3f206e4].
David and I come from the same backround. And I agree with this statement. However, I think the Bible used as a reference to anything has been tampered with to the extent that it does not encompass it's original message.
David and I can agree on this point because we share a common backround. Someone with no knowledge of that backround might have an entirely different view. I think the important thing to remember is that we are all children of ADAM (pbuh) and we have been made different so that we will come to know each other. If we are given Islam, we are given a gift by Allah's grace.
It looks like tension is building up on this thread, and perhaps it is time to take a step back and reflect on our duty as Allah's humble slaves.
I think it is clear that David does have some knowledge of Islam, but he also has questions. Where will the answers take him? How will our interaction with him affect his attitude toward Islam?
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This is just another personal opinion/observation of mine. I'm not saying you must agree.
Respectfully,
Sister Jennifer