Tamberlyn4u (7 hours ago)
"On the contrary I hope my videos contribute to a calm, rational and thoughtful response to the issues surrounding Islam and Muslims."
Well intentioned comment, I'm sure - but how exactly wil they contribute towards calm, rational debate? Dyed in the wool Muslims will never see what you're saying, however true it might be (so that's them out of the picture). Atheists, non believers and ex muslims will appreciate what you say - but they don't need any further proof they are 'right'. Islam bashers, mad christians, and BNP types will absolutely LOVE your rational, considered approach and will use your vids to make their point that 'even an ex muslims scholar blah blah',
So we are left with those Muslims who waver and are unsure about their belief - yes it will help them - so they, I take it, are your target audience? It is these people that you do it for?..
Now weigh up the hurt and anger you cause other good people, family, former colleagues and friends and ask yourself, is this really worth it when compared to the damage done (to YOU, not to any of your well wishers, al of who are immune to the upset caused in your own back yard)? If the answer is a resounding 'Yes!!', fine. But as for 'adding to a rational debate', you are simply refuting the Koran (with a few other religions on the way) - you leave no room for debate besides the 'yes it is/no it isn't' type - which is not rational or helpful. Don't get me wrong, I'm all for speaking up and pissing people off if I think they desreve it, but on a human, personal level, it's not a cut and dried, it never is.
I have one devout Christian friend whom has really helped and shown kindness to me when no one else did - for that one peron alone, I would respect their feelings enough to not bother creating an avalanche of hate, however well intentioned, over the presumed 'help' I may be offering to a bunch of strangers I may or mat not meet.
Peace indeed.
Hass, you need to ask him if limiting free speach is a better approach. Should we stop all criticisms simply because it may vilify people?!
On the other hand should we allow muslim extremists to air Islam disgusting mysoginist views?! Why is he having a go at you rather than Islam? Which one is doing more harm, you or Islam? Which is doing more good, you or Islam? Tell him to stop being a hypocritical bastard and start arguing with those who are actually spreading harm! You are not the one telling people they will be burned in hell, you are exposing disgusting dogma which needs to be done!
It doesn't make the slightest difference whether or not your videos are on the internet, all the BNP facists need are videos from muslim extremists on youtube preaching hatred towards women to justify their irrational views. They don't need you.
Topic: Does he have a point?