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Comment on Study: American Muslims Pose Little Threat by Good Riddance | Midwestern Muslim

Good Riddance | Midwestern Muslim — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 18:16:03 +0000

[...] which we should be reassured: the threat from homegrown American Muslim terrorism is quite small, according to a new study. As the study author, Professor Charles Kurzman, told the New York Times: terrorism by Muslim [...]

Comment on No Greater Pain by When A Star Passes On | Midwestern Muslim

When A Star Passes On | Midwestern Muslim — Sat, 18 Feb 2012 20:25:55 +0000

[...] But that fact should not depress us: it should remind us to never take our lives and the time we have been given for granted. We should try to make each and every day as meaningful and full as possible. When my eldest daughter was diagnosed with a crippling and ultimately fatal disorder – Ataxia-Telangiectasia – in 2006, I knew that one day I would have to bury her (which came to pass in 2009). [...]

Comment on Santorum and the God of Abraham by Tax on the Rich Rooted in Judeo-Christian-Islamic Principles | God, Faith, and a Pen

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 05:56:38 +0000

[...] traditions. This is because the ultimate source of this concept is the God of Abraham Himself who, despitethecontentionofsome, is worshipped by Muslims, Christians and Jews [...]

Comment on Forgiveness, Not Death, For Hamza Kashgari by Matt Foster

Matt Foster — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 13:21:09 +0000

My friend (if I may be so bold), your words of peace continue to inspire me. I am very grateful for your clear voice amidst the cacophony.

Comment on No Greater Pain by May His Comfort Reign | God, Faith, and a Pen

May His Comfort Reign | God, Faith, and a Pen — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 18:48:04 +0000

[...] comfort reign supreme over Whitney Houston’s family, especially her daughter. As a father who lost his child, I know full well the pain and suffering that loss of a dear loved one can bring. Ever since that [...]

Comment on A Poem For His Birthday by Let the Blogger Go Free | Midwestern Muslim

Let the Blogger Go Free | Midwestern Muslim — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 16:45:53 +0000

[...] love for the Prophet Muhammad (and, indeed, all the Prophets of God). On his birthday this year, I wrote a poem for him. I published a book of poetry telling the story of his life and ministry. I would never [...]

Comment on A Poem For His Birthday by Jay Trunda

Jay Trunda — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 17:56:50 +0000

Your thoughts so filled with passion brings forth vivid images in but a few well chosen phrases
I admire your ability to transend that on paper
Jay Trunda

Comment on Allah a “Monkey God”? Someone Should Have Told Jesus Christ! by Of Santorum, Islam, and the "God of Abraham" | ChicagoNow

Of Santorum, Islam, and the "God of Abraham" | ChicagoNow — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 16:46:02 +0000

[...] Arabic name "Allah." This has prompted some to claim that this "Allah" is the pagan moon god, or "monkey god," to which the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) wanted his followers to pray. This is absurd, [...]

Comment on Allah a “Monkey God”? Someone Should Have Told Jesus Christ! by Of Santorum, Islam, and the "God of Abraham" | Midwestern Muslim

Of Santorum, Islam, and the "God of Abraham" | Midwestern Muslim — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 15:05:44 +0000

Comment on Santorum and the God of Abraham by David Korman

David Korman — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 15:51:08 +0000

Amen v’ amen. Unfortunately, today’s political climate apparently rewards irresponsible statements (and actions). Thus, one of my daily prayers is for the Lord to bless and keep all the politicians … far away from me. Be well and take care.