Sometimes you come across an article that’s so shocking, it makes you wonder what’re the motivations of the author; then I read this PH.D candidate is an interfaith activist, and it all made sense. Some people will go to great lengths to exonerate the failings of others, usually by comparing that person to another. Craig Considine’s comparison of Muhammad to George Washington is a case point.
What these two men had in common besides good
hygiene (as the author goes into great detail) were war and slavery. George Washington reluctantly participated in
both. Muhammad established rules for
it.
I’m sure you can
find the most despicable person in the world and find something good to say
about them. And that’s what PH.D
candidate Craig Considine did with Muhammad.
Let’s keep in mind that this man is an “Interfaith Activist.” His judgment is clouded with good
intentions. Just read his last
paragraph.
Ultimately, Muhammad and Washington were gentlemen of the highest degree. This is no more evident than in the connection between them in the Holy Quran and "Rules of Civility." Perhaps Muslims worldwide and American could forge better relations if each group adhered to the advice Muhammad and Washington provided.
And
that’s what we’re all worried about: people
taking the advice of Muhammad.Ultimately, Muhammad and Washington were gentlemen of the highest degree. This is no more evident than in the connection between them in the Holy Quran and "Rules of Civility." Perhaps Muslims worldwide and American could forge better relations if each group adhered to the advice Muhammad and Washington provided.
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