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**Hdzcxqoi** · 09-19-2011, 07:12 PM

Bismillah Al-Rahman Al-Raheem

Brothers and Sisters;

I'm not a Scholar, or knowledgeable in Shari'ah, so my opinion's practically worthless. However, the topic of apostasy in Islam always seems to draw negative attention, particularly from secular countries.

On one hand we have Muslims saying it's fard to execute apostates, whereas on the other the Qur'an says "There is no compulsion in this religion". I don't know the context it's reffering to, so hopefully one of the Brothers or Sisters can elaborate on this inshAllah.

No, according to YOU and YOUR beliefs, they are divine laws. Many others would think otherwise.

As such, a poll is not useless.

Just so you're perfectly aware, Islam is NOT the only religion that demands apostates should be executed. Why, the Roman Catholic Church were burning people at the stake for being an apostate from Catholicism under 100 years ago. In most European countries less than 100 years ago you would be killed if you renounced Christianity, or raised any doubts about Christianity's authenticity. The only reason Europe doesn't execute apostates from Christianity any more, is because they cant. Countries in Europe have separation of Church and State, which means they don't run their state accordingly to their religion. Oh, and Judaism orders the death penalty for apostates as well. However, hardly any Jews these days are actually practising Judaism in it's proper form, so that rule becomes invalid.

Just so you're aware, I'm a Revert to Islam Alhamdulillah.

I knew beforehand that if I were to ever leave Islam (may Allah ensure this never happens), I'd risk being executed. However, I believe Islam is the absolute 100% truth, and the perfect religion from God (Allah). I researched about Islam and the Aqeedah before I reverted, as I'd strongly advise anyone considering becoming a Muslim to do the same. Becoming a Muslim is NOT a light decision, it involves a lot of dedication, motivation, and study.

OVERALL: My opinion, is what is prescribed in the Qur'an. I could be very wrong here, however I feel that in a secular country you probably wouldn't be able to implement punishments accordingly to Shari'ah. However, if it occurred in a country with some form of Shari'ah in place, with official courts dedicated to authentic Islamic rulings, than yes, it would be able to happen there.

I hope I didn't bore anyone with the long response

09-19-2011, 07:12 PM	#33
Hdzcxqoi Join Date Nov 2005 Posts 359 Senior Member	Bismillah Al-Rahman Al-Raheem Brothers and Sisters; I'm not a Scholar, or knowledgeable in Shari'ah, so my opinion's practically worthless. However, the topic of apostasy in Islam always seems to draw negative attention, particularly from secular countries. On one hand we have Muslims saying it's fard to execute apostates, whereas on the other the Qur'an says "There is no compulsion in this religion". I don't know the context it's reffering to, so hopefully one of the Brothers or Sisters can elaborate on this inshAllah. No, according to YOU and YOUR beliefs, they are divine laws. Many others would think otherwise. As such, a poll is not useless. Just so you're perfectly aware, Islam is NOT the only religion that demands apostates should be executed. Why, the Roman Catholic Church were burning people at the stake for being an apostate from Catholicism under 100 years ago. In most European countries less than 100 years ago you would be killed if you renounced Christianity, or raised any doubts about Christianity's authenticity. The only reason Europe doesn't execute apostates from Christianity any more, is because they cant. Countries in Europe have separation of Church and State, which means they don't run their state accordingly to their religion. Oh, and Judaism orders the death penalty for apostates as well. However, hardly any Jews these days are actually practising Judaism in it's proper form, so that rule becomes invalid. Just so you're aware, I'm a Revert to Islam Alhamdulillah. I knew beforehand that if I were to ever leave Islam (may Allah ensure this never happens), I'd risk being executed. However, I believe Islam is the absolute 100% truth, and the perfect religion from God (Allah). I researched about Islam and the Aqeedah before I reverted, as I'd strongly advise anyone considering becoming a Muslim to do the same. Becoming a Muslim is NOT a light decision, it involves a lot of dedication, motivation, and study. OVERALL: My opinion, is what is prescribed in the Qur'an. I could be very wrong here, however I feel that in a secular country you probably wouldn't be able to implement punishments accordingly to Shari'ah. However, if it occurred in a country with some form of Shari'ah in place, with official courts dedicated to authentic Islamic rulings, than yes, it would be able to happen there. I hope I didn't bore anyone with the long response
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