Sad indeed

Submitted by DONVAN (United States), May 30, 2007 at 08:37

that your response to the reality of Islamic dogma regarding women is reduced to wheather "Muslim men" are kind,loving,considerate caring,etc. Try to understand that the teachings of a religious dogma does not automatically mean that all believers in that dogma follow it. It does mean that the belief system teaches the followers that it is within the parameters of the belief system to embrace the dogma.

Individual human beings, men or women, make choices. One may choose to embrace the restrictions Muhammed placed on women or not. Interpersonal relationships notwithstanding, Muhammed and his teachings advocate for the subjugation and tight control of women regarding education, dress, association, and obligation to support and parenting of children, legal standing, etc. Obviously, you base your response on your personal experience with "Muslim men", and your experience have been positive. That's a good thing. However, the women being stoned to death,executed, raped and enslaved by devout "Muslim men" in Afganistan,Iran, and all Islamic countries is not good. Perhaps an extended visit to Saudi Arabia, Iran, Sudan without a "Covering", wearing modest make up, and nail polish, and acting as a mans equal would enhance your understanding of the nature of the Muhammedic dogma.

Best wishes.

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