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Originally Posted by casual user
the muslim religion is a very strict and, in my opinion, an over-controlling one. i mean, many followers themselves claim that islam is not a religion, it's a way of life and i can only agree. it pretty much dictates how you should live your life. now, that's all fine and dandy if you should choose to adhere by its traditions, but forcing your kids to do what you want is ridiculous. that goes with anything, not just religion.
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It is important to note the difference between the Muslim faith and certain Muslim cultures. There is little about dress in the Qur'an. It basically outlines what is modest in dress for both men and women. What you see and hear about head coverings, beatings, and murders is the product of dominant male culture, not Muslim moral reason.
It used to be a Christian practice to self-flagellate in response to committing sins. But Christianity had the benefit of a reformation. Christian culture changed, though most of the core texts and teachings remain virtually the same.
Culture.
Religion.
Let's keep these straight.