Letter to the Editor Sept. 30

Majid Al Asfoor
Junior, Human Resources

In response to “Student Disagrees with Islam” (Sept. 23): I would like to point out that I really respect any opinion that contradicts with my own if it is based on facts and logical reasoning.

But reading that article was insulting. It was not an opinion due to the lack of facts and the level of ignorance.

First, it is not a mosque; it is an Islamic community center. Second, it is not going to be on “Ground Zero”, it is two blocks away. Third, Muslims DO NOT share the same beliefs as terrorists.

The last thing is the amazing interpretation of the verse that was picked and how it is completely out of context.

I wish the writer took more time in researching and finding more credible sources in writing his article. I wonder if he even read the Quran. Would he pick any verse in the Bible and do the same thing?

The Quran verse that was picked was incorrectly translated and does not even talk about killing.

I have been here in the United States for three years and I have never had a problem with anyone. Even the people who disagree with my religion  are willing to talk and be polite and respectful toward me.

They even change some of their views after knowing some facts.

Some ignorant people jump to conclusions just by listening or talking to someone without even checking to see if these are facts or random opinions. Do I think Christianity is an evil religion? NO! Do I think Christians think the same way the writer does? NO! I have been to a church and I know a lot about Christianity and I respect it as a religion.

I suggest that the writer should start learning more about Islam and Christianity because apparently he does not know about them. I think he should start with the book “Islam for Dummies.”

And if that is not good enough, there is a lecture that will be held on Oct. 4 in the DiGiorgio Theatre about Islam called “ NO, I’m not a terrorist” that he can attend. I am very sure it will provide helpful information for correctly understanding Islam.

Next time, let us be more intelligent in our choice of writings and be more respectful toward others. This is the teaching of Christianity. This is the teaching of Islam. This is the teaching of all great religions. This is the teaching of humanity.