Whether you talk to conservative Muslims or seemingly more progressive types like Ahmadi Muslims, they all agree on the fact that Muhammad returned to Mecca in 630 AD without the need for battle, but that upon arriving at the Kaaba, he smashed the idols housed within. In this post, we explore the ramifications of this act on the claim from some Islamic apologists, that Muhammad believed in secularism and the freedom of religion.
Open Letter Invite to Ahmadi Muslims to call in to the “Atheist Experience” TV Show
I’ve enjoyed reflecting on the discussions that take place on the Atheist Experience TV show. As such, I thought it would be thought provoking to hear Ahmadi Muslims call into the show. The show does give a preference to theist callers who would like to present evidence for their belief in the God of classical theism or […]
Ahmadi Muslim asks Hani Tahir why Allah Wasn’t Asked for Guidance
In mid-2016, Hani Tahir, a prominent Arabic speaking Ahmadi Muslim left the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community. He’s made a series of videos. Here’s one that generated a lot of comments. I’ve responded to some of the comments in this video, including this one from Daud Nasir, where he asks: why didn’t you asked Allah for guidance? […]
The Multiverse and Ahmadiyyat
I often come across Ahmadi Muslims in social media scoffing at the idea of a multiverse. For example: .@ReasonOnFaith If you’re agnostic anything, it means the multiverse theory could potentially appeal to you. — Bureau Francophone (@islam_et_media) April 25, 2016 Here’s another example from the July 2009 issue of the Ahmadiyya Jama’at’s publication, the Review […]
Resources for Critical Thinking about Religion and Islam
I often come across people who are questioning or who have already questioned religion to the point that they know it is not for them. They’ve seen too many contradictions and illogical fairy tales, but they’ve not tabulated it all like an academic might. But they trust their gut. Organized religion doesn’t add up. Coming […]
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