The Story of Ex-Muslims

I’m mindful of Islam lately. I’ve been reading some Muslim thinkers and I’ve finally been reading the Quran. A few weeks ago I had to write my piece for the memory of 9-11 at Rouges. I titled it, “18 Years On…” I’ve had Islam on the brain. Long-time listeners and readers will know that I am no fan of religion. I grew up evangelical. I performed in churches and thought I might enter the ministry at one time. I thought being one of those traveling people that performed at church would be pretty cool. I’m glad I didn’t pursue that. I ended up leaving the church when I was 18 and I’ve never looked back. I know what it is like to leave religion behind.

For Muslims, leaving their religion has far-reaching consequences. For many, their families shun them and quit speaking to them. If they are immigrants they are often set adrift in the United States or Europe with no family connections relying on friends and others in the community. It’s not easy thing to leave. Thanks to YouTube, some ex-muslims have started to tell their stories and reveal the darker parts of the world’s largest religion. They have their detractors and in this video I found, they talk about what it is like to a public ex-muslim. It’s a fascinating look at things I think it’s worth a few moments to watch.