When Does An 'Ordinary' Muslim Become An Extremist?

[naomi24]

We're often told that there is a difference between 'ordinary' Muslims and extremists, so ignoring those who call for violence and Islamic domination as they march in support of Palestine, but thinking only of the Muslim school children and their parents and supporters who are making news by intimidating students into adopting the hijab, to observe Islamic fasting rituals, and to withdraw from some school activities because they are considered 'haram';   the student who is battling her school in court (at the taxpayers' expense) for the 'right' to pray during school hours, the protestors outside schools, causing one to close early in order to protect staff and pupils, and those who are threatening teachers to the extent that they fear travelling on public transport, one of whom is still, after a very long time, in hiding.   The people who are responsible for all of this carry on their regular everyday lives living among us.  Are they 'ordinary' Muslims - or are they extremists? 

[naomi24]

Andy Hughes, I've never said differently.

 

1ozzy, no, it isn’t a prerequisite and the question isn't about time, it's about changes in behaviour that result in changes in perception and opinions.

[andy-hughes]

Naomi - That just makes you think you are right.

But it doesn't actually mean that you are right.

[Khandro]

^^ though she is. 

[andy-hughes]

Khandro - If your limited attention span allowed you to read my last email, maybe you can use it to respond to my previous post addressed to you.

Oh, and you saying Naomi is right adds zero weight, as it simply adds your perception to hers.

[naomi24]

Andy Hughes, yours is a perception - mine isn't.

[Countrylover]

You can't win Andy!!  LOL

[douglas9401]

Victor Meldrew and Audrey fforbes-Hamilton continue to slug it out for the last word.

Nobody else really cares much as they have lives to live.

[naomi24]

The study of religion is a big part of my life, douglas, and has been for many years.  It beats the Daily Mirror.

[douglas9401]

I'm sure it is, naomi, I just can't figure out when it takes place given your constant patrolling of Answerbank.

[naomi24]

Best you don't try, douglas.  You might find figuring rather challenging.

[douglas9401]

You'll end up cross-eyed, constantly looking down your nose, pet.

[naomi24]

Thanks for your concern, douglas - most kind - but no worries.  I rarely bother to look at all.                                    

[Khandro]

a.h.  //Khandro - If your limited attention span allowed you to read my last email, maybe you can use it to respond to my previous post addressed to you..h. //

I said I never read your long posts. The short ones I might, particularly if my name catches my eye.

[andy-hughes]

Khandro - Then hopefully the post questioning why your god allows fanatics to murder innocent people won't over-tax you.

Well, reading it won't, supplying a response that is not a cliche involving his 'purpose', might.

[andy-hughes]

Naomi  - regarding your statement that my position is 'a perception' and yours 'isn't' -

You really need to address this arrogant habit of confusing your opinion with fact.

Just because you say something does not make it the definitive statement of truth - well, not outside your mind it doesn't. 

[naomi24]

Andy Hughes, it isn't my 'opinion'.  

[andy-hughes]

Naomi - // Andy Hughes, it isn't my 'opinion'. //

No further questions M'Lud.

[naomi24]

Good.  Live and learn, Andy Hughes.

[andy-hughes]

Countrylover at 08.58 - It's like plaiting fog....

[andy-hughes]

naomi - // Good.  Live and learn, Andy Hughes. //

I will, I still need to, unfortunately, I don't know everything.

It must be tiresome having to deal with everyone else who isn't like you.