The words Islam and Muslim are from the same Aramaic/Semetic root, and the words Sal?m, Shalom, and Salem are all translated as “ peace,” “peace that comes from submission to God,” “whole,” “ complete,” “intact.”
why is “submission” the major theme of Islam, keeping in mind this history of the words’ meanings.
can you provide examples of the connections between “submission” and “ peace” or wholeness” within the practice of Islam.
What is the differences between the Greater Jihad and the Lesser Jihad and why do most non-Muslims know very little about the Greater Jihad.
What is one misunderstanding represented in the media about Islam?
Can you explain how the West generally misunderstands this belief or practice.
Can you describe what it would take for the West to correctly understand it.