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Originally posted by brownsugar952
Maybe I don't fully understand what shirk means to muslims because worshipping more than one god is against christian beliefs also. What exactly is the difference?
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Although I am muslim, I have heard different explanations for the word shirk. It could be something major like associating something else with God..or minor like saying an oath (pledging your life to that one organization). You also have to understand that muslims have different opinions on just about everything--some are conservative while others are liberal with how they practice the religion.
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I think the example of big sisters being against Islamic beliefs really threw me off. Is it taught that people should not have role models?
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This interpretation of big sister is just absurd. There is nothing wrong with looking up to someone or having a mentor in an organization. If anyone says its unislamic, just ask for proof in the Quran.
At the end of the day, I don't understand why this organization is creating such a stir. Christian and Jewish fraternities/Sororities exist based on Jewish Principles....so why can't an Islamic one exist as well? It's not a big deal, people!