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Speed demon at large

Reader comment on item: Drag Racing vs. Islamic Civilization?

Submitted by Rebecca Moulds (United States), May 21, 2009 at 17:18

There is nothing more exciting than watching a drag racing car negotiate the chicanes at top speeds where angels fear to tread. Imagine the rush of adrenaline it produces in the driver---somehow I don't think Islam can produce the same feeling. As far as Islam and drag racing meeting half way, I suppose anything is possible. Essentially, drag racing is a sensual and egotistical pleasure, as well as a sport best practiced only by professionals-- some would say the whole thing is"crazy"--- but certainly it cannot be forbidden. Sports such a camel racing and falconry are very popular in the Middle East, so I see no difference if Al-Thani wants to drag race---more power to him.

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Title Commenter Date Thread
Speed demon at large [116 words]Rebecca MouldsMay 21, 2009 17:18155940
RE: Speed Demon at large [69 words]Arg1063Aug 3, 2009 16:11155940
adding fuel to the drag racing fire [20 words]cblythsrMay 21, 2009 13:56155919
Arabs are good at auto racing [121 words]Robert ArbetmanMay 19, 2009 16:07155791
Interesting comment [70 words]
w/response from Daniel Pipes
Debanjan BanerjeeMay 13, 2009 18:58155381

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