Visiting Ground Zero, Asking Allah for Comfort

[Peikko 1,575]

It matters because there is a big difference between blaming a religion and blaming God for something. At least there is to me. If there isn't to her, that's what I find interesting.

I don't think it's safe to make these distinctions based on this article, particularly because of the context and the fact that she is not a native, nor even a good English speaker.

[mawilson 2,133]

As a Christian I am taught to not hate even when I really wish to.

That alone makes you better than a Muslim who is taught no such thing.

[^_^ 5,021]

That alone makes you better than a Muslim who is taught no such thing.

If not hating makes her 'better', then what does your hate make you?

[chri'stina 190]

That alone makes you better than a Muslim who is taught no such thing.

Well, have you personally read the Quran to know? I haven't read it. There are obviously Christians who preach hateful things, like the Westsboro church. But I am going on the words from the New Testament which preaches to love enemies and bless those who curse you, and even more nice stuff that is hard to accomplish.

[Jenn! 918]

Let's all finish the sentence, "I'm better than a Muslim because __________."

[chri'stina 190]

If not hating makes her 'better', then what does your hate make you?

Oooh. haha Plus 1.

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Let's all finish the sentence, "I'm better than a Muslim because __________."

because i like my bacon extra crispy!

[Peikko 1,575]

Must suck to be muslim and not be able to eat bacon, that's so true.

[chri'stina 190]

Let's all finish the sentence, "I'm better than a Muslim because __________."

because mawilson said I am. And I obviously always agree with him! Especially on religion.

[Jenn! 918]

I don't think it's safe to make these distinctions based on this article, particularly because of the context and the fact that she is not a native, nor even a good English speaker.

You're right. But it's not the first time I've seen the lines blurred - I'm just trying to understand that perspective.

[mawilson 2,133]

If not hating makes her 'better', then what does your hate make you?

Worse than a Christian but still way better than a Muslim.

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Must suck to be muslim and not be able to eat bacon, that's so true.

Have you tried turkey bacon? Disgusting!

Worse than a Christian but still way better than a Muslim.

So you admit Christina's better than you are.

[Jenn! 918]

Must suck to be muslim and not be able to eat bacon, that's so true.

Try not being muslim and not eating bacon. FML.

[Peikko 1,575]

You're right. But it's not the first time I've seen the lines blurred - I'm just trying to understand that perspective.

Oh, ok, fair enough. To be honest, it's not something I have thought about, I'm not sure what it means, if anything. Perhaps the implication is that indirectly, those who blame all muslims for the actions of terrorists are saying that the 'muslim' god is itself evil because it demands its believers to undertake heinous acts?

Try not being muslim and not eating bacon. FML.

Why would I try not to eat bacon? Bacon is yummy, particularly with its companion, the egg

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Try not being muslim and not eating bacon. FML.

You should eat bacon the way Muslim men with Nazi wives smoke. Sneak into the bathroom, turn on the exhaust and hope that potpourri isn't too old.