Dear Mr. Khan,

This is in response to your post #77. 

Abdul Rehman of Afghanistan is not facing the death penalty because of Islam, it is because of Afghanistan’s culture. The Quran is quite clear on this matter. If you care to read verse (2:256), you will know that he is free to choose any religion or religion at all. 

My comments about the Prophet Mohammad are based upon the history that most Muslims know and not necessarily because I am trying to be liberal. I express my opinions on the basis of what I know or perceive, rather than trying to be liberal or conservative. The similarity, with Jesus should not be surprising, after all both were God’s messengers. 

You have very kindly suggested for me to take a course in ‘logic and scientific methods’ to help me in arguing my points effectively. 

After taking such a course, I wonder, if my expression will be similar to yours; you wrote: 

“This opinion is entirely wrong and based on your paranoia” 

Mr. Khan: does the highlighted statement above, represent your standard for arriving at logical truth, inferring from scientific analysis and then expressing your thoughts effectively? Did you acquire these attributes by attending such a course or is it a God given gift? 

Regards,

Javed I. Chaudry