The Salafi party in Egypt, the Islamic party that most tries to follow the literal example of Muhammad and his first companions, wants the Egyptian government to uphold Islam’s apostasy law and penalties — punishing any born Muslim from abandoning Islam or even criticizing it (which is tantamount to breaking from Islam in Salafi eyes).
Sheikh Reda Thabit, who is on the shura council of the Salafi party, articulated this position soon after Islam Bahiri, a popular talk show host, made some “liberal” remarks about Islam, including criticizing the penalties for apostasy, which include death.
Al Nour (“the Light”)—the political wing of the Salafi Party in Egypt—is again showing well in parliamentary elections.
Angemon says
And thus Sisi’s trial by fire begins.
Jay Boo says
A relief
When I saw the word Egypt and 1 comment I was expecting it to be from you know who going after Sisi for not being anti-jihad enough while leaving the MO Bro’s alone.
Angemon says
XD
Truth Seeker says
Founder of Islam was well aware his Religion will Collapse, if Religious Freedom is given. So gave the Fatwa to Butcher those who leave. Promised Visa to Janaah for the Butchers. Butchered will be pushed into Hell.
Present day Generation his people insist for that is for 2 reasons. 1. Get visa to Janaah by Butchering. 2. Prevent collapse of Religion.
Wtd says
OT…but may be of interest to Raymond:
Aug. 6, 1882: Brooklyn Eagle article: THE COPTS, The True Descendants of the Ancient Egyptians. .. Reported on the front page of a Brooklyn, NY paper 133 years ago.