Note: This post is continuously updated, modified on 3 Oct., 2012
Western defenders of ‘free speech’ need to look in the mirror, October 03, 2012, Toronto Star Haroon Siddiqui
The Arbitrary Limits to Freedom of Expression, Abubakar Kasim, Huffington Post, 10/01/2012
Why ban Kate’s images, but not Muhammed’s? The record (Kitchener, Waterloo), Sep 21 2012
Blasphemy in Islam: The Quran does not prescribe punishment for abusing the Prophet, by Maulana Wahiduddin Khan | Oct 2, 2012, The Times of India
Dr. Hamid Slimi discusses how the Prophet Muhammad (صلى الله عليه وسلم - Peace be upon him) would have responded to any matter, in times of trials, tribulations, and massive misinformation-- based on a Chapter of the Quran, Kausar (i.e., Surah # 108).
See also the sequel to the above khutba, "What did this Imam just say about Slander?..."
Extract from Sound Vision, Chicago:
"Let not the hatred of a people swerve you away from justice. Be just, for this is closest to righteousness…”
(Quran 5:8).
While Muslims love and deeply respect Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, others regularly heap abuse on him. Around the world, and here in the U.S., blogs, television shows, some preachers, commentary, and talking heads regularly insult our beloved Prophet and attack his character in ways that are very painful for Muslims to bear.
We need to understand this abuse for what it is: a form of psychological violence intended to hurt and harm. Our response when we encounter such attacks must be to seek God’s forgiveness and respond with what is better: prayers on the Prophet and Duas for him.
... It’s also important to remember to just move on. We cannot allow these attacks to hurt us, for that is their very purpose. It’s also vital to keep in mind that you are limited in your responsibility for what you can do to counter these insults. You don’t control the world, you don’t change hearts. Try your best and then put your trust in Allah. That is all you are required to do. continue reading: Being Just in the love of the Prophet, By Abdul Malik Mujahid
On the same shelf:
Free speech vs. reverence for Muhammad: Can they coexist? -- did you know this CS article? Patrik Jonsson, The Christian Science Monitor
Offensive Propaganda: The Aesthetics of an Islamic Response, Khalid's Blog
Some Muslims Don't Get It: Freedom of Speech and the Legitimacy of Muslim Protests, Mike Ghouse, Huffington Post
Muslims Invited to View Film on Muslim-Christian Relations in USA, By Imam By Habeeb Ali, Toronto
Interfaith groups react to anti-Muslim film, condemn violence abroad, By Samer Hijazi, The Arab American News
Stop Dehumanizing Muslims! By Abubakar N. Kasim
Montreal Muslims react to violence, call for calm and dialogue CTV Montreal
Moderate And Hardline Muslims Struggle Within Popular Rage Against Anti-Islam Film And America Huffington Post
Here Is the Original Script for Innocence of Muslims (Desert Warrior), Adrian Chen
Moderates in West must raise their voices: Haroon Siddiqui, Toronto Star
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I am writing a manuscript of my new book titled: Career Presentation which includes lessons learnt from studying nature and Islamic books. I have discussed about competition and insults against Muslims and prophets of Allah and their followers. My thoughts are that the best strategy for Muslims is to overcome such fitna, troubles, in the same way as we overcome objections and complaints in sales presentations and customer services. We respond with excellence of business manners and behaviour
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