Last month I attended my annual training session that's required for
> maintaining my state prison security clearance. During the training
> session there was a presentation by three speakers representing the
> Roman Catholic, Protestant and Muslim faiths, who explained each of
> their belief systems. I was particularly interested in what the Islamic
> Imam had to say. The Imam gave a great presentation of the basics of
> Islam, complete with a video. After the presentations, time was provided
> for questions and answers. When it was my turn, I directed my question
> to the Imam and asked: "Please, correct me if I'm wrong, but I
> understand that most Imams and clerics of Islam have declared a holy
> jihad [Holy war] against the infidels of the world. And, that by killing
> an infidel, which is a command to all Muslims, they are assured of a
> place in heaven. If that's the case, can you give me the definition of
> an infidel?" There was no disagreement with my statements and, without
> hesitation, he replied, "Non-believers!" I responded, "So, let me make
> sure I have this straight. All followers of Allah have been commanded to
> kill everyone who is not of your faith so they can go to Heaven. Is that
> correct?" The expression on his face changed from one of authority and
> command to that of a little boy who had just gotten caught with his hand
> in the cookie jar. He sheepishly replied, Yes." I then stated, "Well,
> sir, I have a real problem trying to imagine Pope John Paul commanding
> all Catholics to kill those of your faith or Dr. Stanley ordering
> Protestants to do the same in order to go to Heaven!" The Imam was
> speechless. I continued, "I also have problem with being your friend
> when you and your brother clerics are telling your followers to kill me.
> Let me ask you a question. Would you rather have your Allah who tells
> you to kill me in order to go to Heaven or my Jesus who tells me to love
> you because I am going to Heaven and He wants you to be with me?" You
> could have heard a pin drop as the Imam hung his head in shame.
>
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