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Ex-Muslim Who Tells the TRUTH About Islam | Apostate Prophet

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Oct 21, 2025
In this engaging conversation, Ridvan Aydemir, known as Apostate Prophet, shares his experiences as an ex-Muslim critiquing Islam. He discusses the serious issues surrounding Islamic teachings, especially regarding Jews, Christians, and violence. Ridvan reveals troubling doctrines on apostasy and homosexuality, arguing that many Muslims are influenced by harsh traditional beliefs. He offers insights into the normalization of crime in parts of Europe and explores solutions, all while defending the necessity of critiquing these ideologies for societal improvement.
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INSIGHT

Doctrine Shapes Political Risk

  • Ridvan argues Islam contains doctrinal elements that separate Muslims from non-Muslims and endorse subjugation.
  • He warns even a small fraction of committed believers becomes a large threat given Islam's global numbers.
ANECDOTE

Raised To Expect Religious Violence

  • Ridvan recounts being raised to expect future violence against Jews and Christians from Islamic prophecy.
  • He says his parents taught him to dislike non-Muslims while otherwise raising him well.
INSIGHT

Scriptural Roots Matter

  • Ridvan points to Hadith and Quranic verses (e.g., Sahih Muslim 2922, Quran 9:29) as normative sources that can command violence or subjugation.
  • He treats these texts as continuing to influence Muslim attitudes and law.
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