Turns out the reported “snub” to Barack Obama from Saudi Arabia’s newly crowned king, Salman, was a product of Islam: the king — indeed, apparently every Saudi present — interrupted the welcoming protocol for the U.S. president because it was prayer time.
You can see the video here, where the king and his entourage meet and welcome Obama, according to protocol, until a man comes apparently to remind Salman it’s prayer time, and the king and all his men turn their back on Obama without a moment’s hesitation and depart — leaving Obama seemingly “hanging” for a moment (see around the :40-45 second mark). With no Saudis remaining with him, Obama turns to a nearby Western diplomat and strikes up a perfunctory conversation.
Performing prayers is ultimately a product of Islamic law. But if the king and Saudis take prayer so seriously, what of Sharia’s other injunctions — the ones the West dismisses as “radical” — such as killing apostates, banning religious freedom, having enmity for non-Muslims, etc.
Is it not safe to assume that the Muslim who meticulously follows the prayer rule — because Sharia tells him to — will also follow Sharia’s other teachings, especially when they’re easier, less demanding? (Killing a “traitorous” apostate, or behaving in a supremacist fashion to all outsiders (“infidels”) is a lot easier to do than pray five times every single day).
Weeks earlier, for example, a woman had her head hacked off in the streets of Mecca (graphic video here) — not by the Islamic State, Boko Haram, or Al Shabaab, but by the Saudi government itself. Churches, crosses, and Christmas are strictly banned. Etc.
At any rate, this “snub” appears to have been the king’s way of showing that Islam always comes first.
Besides, he probably figured Obama — “son of Islam” — would surely understand.
Jovial Joe says
Obams: ‘2 seconds fellas and I’ll be with you… Ashhadu an la ilaaha illa-Lah’.
Xipe Totec says
You just can’t let go of the racist hate, can you?
The renegade says
Don’t mix or get confused between race and religion.
Islam is not a religion but a political movement in the garb of religion.
Bronson says
It is probably better to remember Islam is dualistic and it is better to recognize this. It is dualistic in terms of being both a political movement and a religion and dualistic in terms of being a religion of peace and a religion of violence, peace being a duality too (as westerners understand it and meaning submission) – peace towards Muslims who have submitted and unrelenting violence towards everyone else who has not submitted.
By making it either or one gives up the context in which taqiyya can be identified, one has to always surface Islamic duplicity and dissimulation.
BC says
when are you going to get it in your brain. Islam is a religion not a race
Huck Folder says
‘islam’ or mohammedanism is a CULT, not a religion. It has pseudo-religious trappings which allow it to suck the teats of all the deluded dhimmi nations which allow its nauseous and nauseating presence.
Or rather, it is the dhimmi governments elected by their brainwashed sinislam leftard voters which enable this evil. The once CIVILIZED citizens have been brainwashed by the communist/marxist/socialist/liberal/democrat/peace/justice/independent/activist crowd personified by Ayers/Dohrn/Alinsky/Wright/Holder/obuMBoy/Sharpton/Farrakhan…
So, Xipe Totec -Lord of the Dead (La Raza?) you can accuse the CIVILIZED people who expose islamic SAVAGES of being cultists, and practicing cultism.
Ayatrollah says
I would assume they would have heard the call to prayer screeching accross the sands of Saudia Arabia at this time. Many of them stop everything at this time, so it is no surprise or a snub. If it is Friday, many in Darl islam take the rest of the day off for “prayer”. So if you have any business Friday afternoon better call first, especially professional people. (Doctors).
Huck Folder says
I wonder what happens to fatality rates in islamic ERs at designated prayer times, especially on Fridays?
Do all the beds have their foot ends meticulously aligned on mecca? Do staff hold a piece of the floor, covered with a prayer mat, in front of conscious patients? Then they can swivel the patients heads from side to side, wave their arms, and bob their heads on the mats, all at the appropriate times.
“Nurse, why is mohammed the IED expert not praying?”
“Sorry, he can’t, but not to worry, he’s armless.”
I wonder if that is up to Xipe Totec’s standard?
jihad3tracker says
This item is an excellent reminder of how completely Islam takes over the daily life of a fully-observant Muslim — not the “cafeteria” ones, who pick which elements they participate in and others which are ignored.
Here is a superb resource that includes such a discussion, among many other facts and concepts crucial to a solid grasp : http://www.inquiryintoislam.com.
Look at its topics at upper right on the homepage — then go to “What makes Islam so successful?”.
The listings are all worth reading. If you come across one titled “The terrifying brilliance of Islam”, check that out too — about the seizure and subjugation of a person’s uniqueness, to be replaced by control.
Other links to great resources : http://www.citizenwarrior.com / http://www.thereligionofpeace.com / http://www.barenakedislam / http://www.answeringmuslims. com..
Nicu says
They don’t have any manners ! They are filthy rich without working for it even – but that doesn’t make them diplomats or something . They are still muzzies who worship a book of hate more than morality , humanity etc .
Too bad that happens to a fellow Muslim this time : we infidels know their urde behavior enough .
The renegade says
Just waiting to see the day when these jerks will actually need to work to earn their money. But historically they have never worked as they set off in their Islamic conquest to rape, pillage. steal other countries culture, wealth and humanity.
These guys are thugs.
Frans Groenendijk says
Of course they did not know this prayer time the moment the reception was planned…
They are not stupid.
I think it was a test: how far can we go in humiliating this black man.
Reminds me of the hadith wherin Mohammed kicks the legs of his comrades when he sees they sleep on their bellies, explaining this is the way infidels sleep.
mortimer says
Respectfully disagree. The king was showing Islamists he is a strict, praying, observant Muslim even to the point of rudeness to a head of state.
He would get points for snubbing the American president.
How different from King Abdullah who walked hand in hand with Pres. Bush in the Rose Garden and even kissed him on the mouth for the cameras.
Fromafar says
I would have to disagree. The “Muzzin” would have easily been heard over even the bad band that was playing the background. The King would have heard the call to prayer and not needed a word from an underling to tell him.
Charli Main says
These goat shaggers knew exactly what they were doing—— publically showing their contempt for the USA.
Insult a country´s representative, insult the country.
R Cole says
Love the fact that Michelle Obama is without a headscarf!!
Like, excuse me!!
Wondering how Obama’s trip went second time around. So the boys had to pray – and it couldn’t wait. Definitely think they were trying to teach Obama – how it’s done! But as Obama knows all too well – the world doesn’t stop for Arabia and the observance of its God!
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Great piece in the Telegraph:
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To grovel to this lot you need your woman – in a submissive position!! While the men make the deals – the women must become chattel for the day!
I’ve got a feeling their Moon is about to set any way!!
mortimer says
This was an intentional slight. There can be no doubt about this. The king has surely postponed the time of prayer before for some reason of convenience!
This was done to show Muslims and especially the supporters of ISIS how PUNCTILIOUSLY ISLAM the king is and how WORTHY he is to lead a Muslim nation. His STRICTNESS makes it impossible for rebels to find fault and ASSASSINATE HIM!
Angemon says
Of course it’s a coincidence, the Saudis are so worried about the legitimacy of the islamic state that they lost track of when prayer time is. Clearly they’re not trying to make any kind of statement, right? RIGHT??
Jay Boo says
Of course no one should pity O Bo
Obama the supposed Christian prez did just the opposite to appease Islam.
He went into a Christian University and insisted that all signs of Christianity be covered then he turned his back and walked away.
How rude is that.
Sam says
No hand shake with the first lady ha? Where are the Saudi women? And what the hell is this traitor Obama doing there? This is so insulting to us the American people and the worst our liberals see nothing wrong with what this idiot is doing or not doing.
Mo'e Ham Eat says
Can’t be bothered to go to France, but meets with his buddies in Soggy Arabia and gets dissed. What a fool.
profitsbeard says
Mohammad rode Baraq- the human-faced horse- to “the farthest mosque”.
The Saudis did the same with Barack here.
More Ham Ed says
“No tuning in Islam.”
Don McKellar says
Frankly, it could be the insane need to bow to the moon god Allah on an exact schedule, or it could be low-boiling fury that Michelle Obama is not properly covered. It could very well be that the king’s man came in with the excuse so that he could get him out of there before either something really uncomfortable happened and he addressed that willful female on her vile display, or too many moments were captured by moslem media with the king beside a female who is not properly subservient to Islam. Maybe both.
Jay Boo says
“Did somebody say there is a stoning about to start?”
“See ya later, Michele and O Bo”
Hobo says
It was intentional because the event could have been scheduled between prayer time to avoid clashing. Also, how come the band did not have to go off for prayers too. If Obama did not read the play, then he is a real dolt. It reminds me of him walking off on Netanyahu in the middle of a discussion at the White house. Can’t remember if Netanyahu called a taxi or if Obama returned after having dinner with his family to find Netanyahu still waiting. :-)))
Georg says
Just wow at how rude they are to Michelle Obama. It really is shameful. What a bunch of sexist jerks. I’d have to think that leaves a deep impression on someone. I wonder if she shares the same level of enthusiasm for Islam her husband does. What an embarrassment. I noticed one guy acted like a human being and shook her hand. He’s cool.
Salah says
“Islam — not Saudi king — “snubbed” Obama”
Yes, BUT…
The Saudis are not that stupid, they KNOW that they can’t trust Obama anymore. They know that Obama has aligned himself with their worst enemies: the Muslim Brotherhood.
Saudi Arabia, Egypt and the UAE have declared the Muslim Brotherhood a terrorist organisation. Obama hasn’t.
No one in the ME trust this man anymore. No one in the US should.
pumbar says
I couldn’t help but sing “I’m so ronery, so ronery, so ronery and sad, real row” when he was left standing on his own.
Maybe that out of tune cub scout band is the new “sexed up” call to prayer for a new Saudi Arabia?
john willmott says
who booked the band they were playing all the right notes but in the wrong places, hope he gets a 1000 lasses
Angry says
Obama must be the ‘son of islam’ after-all, the salafists were using their right hand to shake Obama’s, therefore Obama can’t be an infidel.
Can you imagine what would be said by muslims everywhere if Salman came over to Britain (for eg), and candid Cameron, foreign secretary and other untrustworthy idiots snubbed Salman just to watch England play in a cup final match; which some of us Brits do religiously!
ecosse1314 says
You might well do but i doubt the Celtic nation would…lol
RICHTHOFEN says
Firstly – islam is not a faith or a religion – it is an evil 7th century cult of hatred, war, rape, violence and murder.
Does O’Bama (Bin Bama?) ‘get it’ now? Obviously not! It is a wonder he did not join them! They didn’t seem much impressed with his wife – did any of them bring their wife along? Well, I suppose it would be difficult deciding which one to bring
Annie kate says
Sharia does not require Muslims to pray at any exact time. In fact, Muslims have a three hour window of time in which to get in their prayers. Muslims cannot hide behind their prayer time as a reason to be excused. The king could easily have postponed his prayer time so as not to inconvenience his important guest. This is a deliberate insult. By the way, Muslim college students can work around their college schedules as well. Nor do they need foot washing machines. They are allowed to symbolically wash before prayers.
The renegade says
In their quest for who is a better Muslim and caliphate, they will slaughter the non Muslims and then they will turn On Themselves.
Praying 5 times a day, Washing feet etc. And then killing innocents will not help them attain god of peace.
laoch says
And yet they are an ally of America , most of the 9.11 where for the kingdom . A fact that the media seem to over look and say radicalism is all down to poverty . When it really down to the ideology of Islam .
Charles Martel says
I’m not sure what kind of flag is flying to the the left of the American flag, but if Islam is a “religion of peace”, why is there a sword on it?
Frans Groenendijk says
I am sure your question is rhetorical, Charles, but thanks to your question I now realize that the ISIS-flag has NO sword on it!
Little bit ashamed that I did not notice it before.
gravenimage says
Yup—that would be the Shahada, and sword to enforce it. *Ugh*.
The renegade says
Duality is also a narrow term, totalitarianism a better term:
– law for personal life – e.g. marriage, divorce etc.
– law for business – e.g. cannot do lending
– law for eating – e.g. Cannot eat in some months
– law for crime – e.g. 4 witnesses needed for testifying in case woman is raped
– law for prayers- e.g. Say prayer 5 times a day
– law for dissenting – e.g. If u oppose /criticise Islam it’s death
– law for non Muslims – e.g. Pay jiziya
– law for warfare – e.g. Behead the infidel
– law for happiness – e.g. Cannot listen to music, dance
– law for even not believing in god – e.g. Death for apostasy
Peace will prevail in Islam in theory when everyone follows it. But nothing is more farther from the truth.
If there is a God, which I believe there is, then all the sins committed in name of Islam will not go unpunished, it is only a matter of time and faith.
Oliver says
Why- even for prayers-would they snub one of their own, who goes out of his way for them?
Victoria says
Saudi Arabia is the largest female concentration camp in the world, and I am proud of Michelle Obama for standing there, head uncovered in that pathetic excuse for a country. Another note: that band sounds like a group of middle schoolers in the first concert of the year. That’s a good demonstration of what the Saudis have to offer: NOTHING GOOD.
Oliver says
I believe ( not sure where I read it–a few months ago)- that the Saudi Intelligence Service ( forgot what it is called) was telling the Mossad about where terrorists were, and also helping out (I guess by killing some or many of them).
They (the Saudis) have also been helping Al Sisi in Egypt.
Perhaps for their own good, but meanwhile helping.
gravenimage says
Oliver, Saudi Arabia only care about Jihadists who pose a direct threat *to them*, such as ISIS.
Meanwhile, they are actually funding Jihadists elsewhere.
gravenimage says
Islam — not Saudi king — “snubbed” Obama
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Well, of course. Nothing is ever the fault of Muslims.
Meanwhile—as noted—Obama gave a big “f*ck you* to the murdered journalists and Jewish shoppers in France by not showing up or even sending anyone to attend; while rushing off to kiss the rings of his Saudi masters in the “Kingdom of the Two Holy Places”, all so these pious Mohammedans could snub him and his wife and—by extension—the American people. How sickening.
Sheila Novitz says
Prayer is a hugely strong force. As a tourist inside St Paul’s, London, I was wandering around, lost and puzzled, and stopped to request directions from someone who was obviously an Anglican priest or minister. He said, “STOP TALKING. We’re saying the midday Lord’s Prayer.” Oh.
Working just outside Calcutta, for Mother Teresa, in a compound filled with ill and dying children, I often needed urgent help from expert nuns. Just as often, they were nowhere to be found. Entire compound empty. “Where are they”? I asked the first time. “At prayer.” Oh. I became accustomed to this, but burned with anger at the fact that prayer came before the children’s welfare. Raised the subject with M Teresa who explained to me that if they did not adhere to their regular prayer times, they would not have
the strength and fortitude to continue their work with children. I understood. But, how come I managed without the help of disappearing for prayers three or four times each day?
As for the present POTUS, he deserves whatever comes to him after his open shows of contempt for Israel and for Jewish people in general. Just the ages-old disease of anti-Semitism: incurable. But you’d think he would at least try, as a public figure, to be fair and honest regarding Israel and the never-ending plight of Jewish people. Not to mention the dreadful circumstances of Christians in the Middle East right now. Does he care? Not a jot, apparently.