Alan Shlemon discusses ancient copies of the Quran, intersex concerns leading to homosexuality, Deuteronomy's law vs. Islam's apostasy, and how to approach companies during Pride Month.
Ancient copies of the Quran are numerous, but the issue lies in the variations among them.
Islamic apostasy law differs from Deuteronomy 13, which actually condemns child sacrifice, not apostasy.
Deep dives
Response to Deuteronomy 13 and Apostasy in Islam
Deuteronomy 13 does not command killing apostates but those who entice to serve other gods by killing children in sacrifice, while Islam prescribes execution for apostates. Islamic authoritative sources permit killing apostates, contrasting Deuteronomy's context.
Approaching Pride Month Celebrations
During Pride Month, consider ignoring or avoiding explicit celebrations. If confronted with participation requests, respectfully decline or redirect the task. Only engage more assertively if necessary, stating personal beliefs or seeking alternative participation.
Managing Pride Month Encounters
In encountering Pride Month displays, choose to ignore or avoid interactions if feasible. If participation is requested, politely decline and redirect, or assert boundaries aligned with personal convictions. Prioritize respectful disengagement where possible.
Guest Host: Alan Shlemon
Alan answers questions about ancient copies of the Quran, an intersex person unintentionally entering into a homosexual relationship, whether Deuteronomy’s apostasy law is the same as Islam’s, and how to respond to companies during Pride Month.
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Do you know how many ancient copies of the Quran exist? (01:00)
How would you advise an intersex person who fears their parents may have chosen the wrong sex for them and is worried about unintentionally entering into a homosexual relationship? (25:00)
Is the law in Deuteronomy 13:6–10 about putting apostates to death the same as the law of apostasy in Islam? (36:00)
How should we respond to sports teams, coffee shops, etc. during Pride Month? (51:00)