Have a Few Minutes to Give your Opinion?

Society Religion & Philosophy
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This is a small survey of what seem to be important topics for Muslims in general. I just wanted to hear what views people generally hold on Islam. If you have time, please do complete this survey. If you feel that you would like to give reasons with your answers then please write it next to your answer. Please make them concise.

Thank you kindly.

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1:

All Muslims, generally, are adequately aware of the true spirit of Islam.

a) Yes
b) No
c) No Opinion

2:

Muslims, generally, are honest in their day-to-day affairs.

a) Yes
b) No
c) No Opinion

3:

Muslims are required to be honest and peaceful and to strictly comply with moral principles…

a) under all circumstances
b) only when interacting with other Muslims
c) only when interacting the honest and peaceful individuals
d) No Opinion

4:

Sectarian affinity - especially ascribing to either the Shi’ite or the Sunni schools is…

a) a must
b) not necessary
c) should be avoided
d) no opinion

5:

The basic objective of all Islamic teachings is…

a) to create a universal Islamic state
b) to guide to the path of eternal salvation through cleansing of the soul
c) to give a unique the world order
d) all of the above
e) no opinion

6:

Jihad is…

a) a means to an end
b) an end in itself
c) no opinion

They shoot partypoopers, don’t they?

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1:
All Muslims, generally, are adequately aware of the true spirit of Islam.
a) Yes
b) No
c) No Opinion
No.

**2:
Muslims, generally, are honest in their day-to-day affairs.
a) Yes
b) No
c) No Opinion **
No Opinion.

3:
Muslims are required to be honest and peaceful and to strictly comply with moral principles…
a) under all circumstances
b) only when interacting with other Muslims
c) only when interacting the honest and peaceful individuals
d) No Opinion
Under all circumstances.

**4:
Sectarian affinity - especially ascribing to either the Shi’ite or the Sunni schools is…
a) a must
b) not necessary
c) should be avoided
d) no opinion **
No Opinion.

**5:
The basic objective of all Islamic teachings is…
a) to create a universal Islamic state
b) to guide to the path of eternal salvation through cleansing of the soul
c) to give a unique the world order
d) all of the above
e) no opinion **
All of the above

6:
Jihad is…
a) a means to an end
b) an end in itself
c) no opinion
both a) and b).

This is what I think

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My Opinions:

  1. Yes.
  2. No Opinion
  3. under all circumstances
  4. should be avoided (for sure)
  5. all of the above
  6. an end in itself.

That was my opinion

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Who says nothing is impossible? I’ve been doing nothing all my life!

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1.b)
the true spirit of Islam is too deep for anyonr but allah and his Chosen people to understand!

2.a)
yes basically those muslims who are scared of Allah are very honest in thier day-to-day affairs

3.a)
They must be a shining example for mankind

4.a)
We all need to clear misunderstandings and by disscussing is the only way to show ones viwe point!

5.d)
basic objective is (b) but (a) and (c) are getting more and more Important day by day!

  1. d) (I made a new one) To get the closest you can to Allah by giving him All you got!
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1.Yes...the keyword there is 'generally' rueful smile
2.No opinion
3.under all circumstances
4.hmmm...should be avoided
5.all of the above
6.an end in itself...a mujahid is someone who has already given up their life for Allah swt.

6

1- (b)
2- (b)
3- (a)
4- (c)
5- (b)
6- (a)

This is my honest opinion, based on my personal experience and understanding. It may not be correct. In that case, I sure hope to be corrected.

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Thank you kindly for all your replies.

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Are there any more people who would like to add their feelings?

You are most welcome.

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They shoot partypoopers, don’t they?

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Good post Adil. Here are my answers.

1) Yes
2) c
3) a
4) c
5) d
6) b

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[quote]
Originally posted by stunned:
**1- (b)
2- (b)
3- (a)
4- (c)
5- (b)
6- (a)

This is my honest opinion, based on my personal experience and understanding. It may not be correct. In that case, I sure hope to be corrected.**
[/quote]

In am with you man

i am sugar spice and everything nice, before messing with me U better think twice!

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1) A
2) tough one A & B
3) A
4) C
5) D
6) B

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1)a
2)b
3)a
4)d
5)d
6)c

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1.b
2.b
3.a
4.b
5.c
6.c

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Hmm interesting...not many threads really make me want to think..

  1. aware - yes, path to achievement - no
  2. mostly (a), small minority (b)
  3. (a) .. its like the 'Prime Directive' for muslims.
  4. should be more thought of as school's of thought instead of sects... otherwise what the difference between them and the umpteen religious parties in Pakistan.
  5. (b) and (c)
  6. ahh.. now what type of 'Jihad' are we talking about? Jihad an Nafs.. (b) Jihad (physical) (a)
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[This message has been edited by Mr Partypooper (edited January 29, 2001).]

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These replies are very helpful. Thank you.

Any more offers?

Keep 'em coming people.

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They shoot partypoopers, don’t they?

[This message has been edited by Mr Partypooper (edited January 29, 2001).]

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Just noticed this Mr Partypooper. Nice post. Here are my answers.

1)b
2)c
3)a
4)d
5)d
6)a and b

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ditto!

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1) b
2) b
3) a
4) a
5) e
6) a

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1.Yes
2.No - Many just go with the flow, they are attracted towards things just like kafir, which may be illegal.
3. (a)
4. (b)
5. (d)
6. (a)+(b)

The well bred contradict other people, the wise contradict themselves.

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[This message has been edited by Mariah (edited January 29, 2001).]