Do Muslims Tend to Be More Extreme Than Other Believers?
As-salamu alaykum, I've had the chance to meet and observe both Muslims and followers of other faiths. While some people who've recently embraced other religions can be quite strict about their beliefs, I've also interacted with long-time adherents who have shown tendencies toward exclusivity and even racial bias through media exposure. Interestingly, one of them acknowledged that Islam shares more similarities with their faith compared to other religions present. That said, I believe fears about Muslims are unfounded. Although Muslims are often firm in their practices, they are consistent and avoid hypocrisy. For instance, they abstain from haram things like pork without criticizing others for their choices, unlike some who might preach against behaviors they deem improper. I've found Muslims usually focus on their own worship and don't actively push their views on others, which isn't always the case with other religious groups who frequently share their sentiments. Alhamdulillah for such sincerity in faith.