Those who hold the reins of power could care less about where they cross the line into “compulsion in religion” (Qur’an 2:256). Indeed, Islamic law contradicts itself on that very point, being replete in letter and spirit with various forms of coercion and persuasion. Some are more subtle, but many are brutal. Most fundamentally, there […]
Archives for August 2011
Somali jihadists behead 11 in Mogadishu
This story notes that al-Shabaab certainly seems to like their beheadings and amputations, but does not make the connection regarding their symbolic significance. The point al-Shabaab intends to make is that they are playing “by the book” as they fight to impose Islamic law. Qur’an 47:4: “Therefore, when ye meet the Unbelievers (in fight), smite […]
The Islamic supremacist propaganda machine cranks out another “Islamophobia” report
“Fear, Inc.: The Roots of the Islamophobia Network in America,” from the Center for American Progress is just the latest in an ever-lengthening string of markedly similar “exposes” of so-called “Islamophobes.” Each purports to show that the anti-Sharia movement in America is a sinister cabal of well-funded, dishonest hacks stirring up hate against innocent Muslims […]
It begins: “Largely secular” Muslim Brotherhood sets its sights on “beach tourism” as Salafists say antiquities are of a “rotten culture”
The things that we were assured won’t, can’t, or ought not to happen after the Egyptian revolution are happening. Egypt’s economy will suffer, leading to widespread discontent and potential political unrest. Good thing there’s always Israel to blame. “Egypt’s Brotherhood declares war on the bikini,” from All Headline News, August 25: Sunbathing in Alexandria may […]
Ohio: Catholic school cancels Ramadan dinner because of involvement of Hamas-linked CAIR
This story doesn’t even mention the fact that Hamas-linked CAIR was named an unindicted co-conspirator in a Hamas jihad terror funding case. But it does contain useful information about Hamas-linked CAIR, amid the usual cluelessness. At least the right thing was done in part here. “Catholic school won’t host Ramadan dinner,” by Denise Smith Amos […]
Egypt: Coptic churches reject Muslim call for massive anti-Israel protest
This takes real courage, for it could lead to violent reprisals from the adherents of the Religion of Peace and Tolerance. It also is heartening in that it shows that significant numbers of Copts are not willing to imbibe Islamic antisemitism and tow the Islamic supremacist political line. Anti-dhimmitude in Egypt: “Egyptian churches reject call […]
Copenhagen mayor makes Eid celebration into “Copenhagen party”
The Islamic Eid ul-Fitr celebrations mark the end of the Muslim fasting for the month of Ramadan. The socialist mayor of Copenhagen has decided to sponsor this religious event and re-brand it as a party for everybody. We are all invited: “Come to Eid party in Copenhagen on September 1st,” Københavns Kommune, August 25: Copenhagen […]
Malaysian Muslims investigate themselves on church raid; church that was raided is shut out of the proceedings
As promised, the Malay-Muslims have begun their ‘investigation’ this week of a state religious police raid earlier this month on a Kuala Lumpur-area church. Yesterday the first hearing took place, which had some of the organizations involved in attendance. From “NGO and Jais reps meet panel”, The Star, 26 August 2011: SHAH ALAM: Parties involved […]
Norway: Christian convert tortured with boiling water: “Return to Islam or we kill you”
After having watched “Achmed, the dead suicide bomber” quite a few times, it is often difficult for me not to smile when a Muslim says “I kill you!” But this is quite serious: Tortured in asylum center At HÃ¥ asylmum centre, “Ali” had boiling water poured over him after converting to Christianity and not fasting […]
Aqsa Parvez Memorial Grove dedication in Israel, August 24
Wednesday at American Independence Park in Israel we had the dedication of the Aqsa Parvez Memorial Grove, dedicated to her memory and those of all victims of honor killing. This was the first public declaration anywhere by anyone that we will not allow these girls to be forgotten, and will keep speaking out against this […]