Gilberto Simpson <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
On 8/29/05, Iskandar Hai <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:Now, this *is* a persoanl attack. Now, Susan is the insensitive,
callous, intolerant bigot!What I said is that Muslims and Bahais are likely to have different concerns. I think this entire thread shows with blinding clarity that Muslims and Bahais are likely to have different concerns. If you think that means Susan is a bigot then that's your accusation. That's certainly not what I said.
And in what ways would you suggesst we tell our stories?Well since you are asking, there are two passages from the Quran which come to mind:[3.113] They are not all alike; of the followers of the Book there is an upright party; they recite Allah's communications in the nighttime and they adore (Him).
[3.114] They believe in Allah and the last day, and they enjoin what is right and forbid the wrong and they strive with one another in hastening to good deeds, and those are among the good.
[3.115] And whatever good they do, they shall not be denied it, and Allah knows those who guard (against evil).
[3.116] (As for) those who disbelieve, surely neither their wealth nor their children shall avail them in the least against Allah; and these are the inmates of the fire; therein they shall abide.
So firstly the Quran is clear that among the followers of the previous revelations there are both very good people and very bad people. They aren't all lumped together and painted with one brush. And secondly[5.8] O you who believe! Be upright for Allah, bearers of witness with justice, and let not hatred of a people incite you not to act equitably; act equitably, that is nearer to piety, and he careful of (your duty to) Allah; surely Allah is Aware of what you do.So even if you have justifiable and understandable resentment over wrongs which have been done to you in the past, or even which are currently being done to you, you should still treat people justly and fairly. Sometimes it can be hard, and we might not always be successful, but that's what the Quran tells us to do.PeaceGilbertoDear Gilberto,And the quotes from and explanations of the Baha`i Writings say something different?Regards,Scott
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