23 September 2004

Rising call by clerics for jihad

Religion News Blog : I think that it's quite important that we understand what motivates those who make themselves our opponents and even enemies. We are called to love our enemies and the first step is understanding. This article helps in that.

Talking inthe previous blog about Muslims setting aiside or not the Prophet's example of hostage taking and execution; what about Christians setting aside the Dominical command to love enemies? What an intersting juxtaposition, eh? If AL Qaida are our enemy, how do we love them? I can't see homicidal violence being loving ... [stir, stir...]
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