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I was brought up as a Catholic, and now I am a Baha'i. When I was a
Catholic boy, I was taught
to despise Muhammad and to look on the Qur'an as a strange book that should be
avoided.
Now *because* of accepting Baha'i teachings, I believe Muhammad was a
Messenger of God.
I believe the Qur'an is the word of God and is much more authentic than the
Bible. I believe
Islam is a true religion from the Creator. This is a direct result of my
acceptance of Baha'u'llah's revelation.
If someone spoke badly of Muhammad or Islam I would do my best to defend them
with cogent words.
If a copy of the Qur'an fell on the floor I would hurry to pick it up and clean
it off.
These are just examples. Because of being Baha'i, I respect Muhammad and
acknowledge the truth of Islam.
If I had remained Chrstian, my vision would probably have remained clouded.
If I could afford it, I would visit Mecca, but I think Muslims would not allow
it.
Note that people who are not Bahai's are welcome to visit the shrines in the
Holy Land,
and to visit Baha'i houses of worship.
Tim
All good art is about something deeper than it admits.
--Roger Ebert
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