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[quote]Assalaamu Alaikum.

I see your point. This is learning ground for me, so please just correct me where you see me erring - be it in your very own opinion.

I tend to believe that Muslims have only been warned not to immitate practices either un-Islamic in nature or distinct to another religion. As for the dress restriction, Muslims in Medinah were asked not to dress-up in a manner as would drag their clothing on the floor. Jews did so to display arrogance, with the pre-supposition of their own superiority. Clearly, such a practice stood for un-Islamic morals.

There are problems with the other category mentioned as well. For instance, when a Christian baptises his baby. Such a practise is distint to Christianity and stands as symbol for something not close to Islam. Thus, me must refrain from such indulgements.

When I said adopting culture - hence, cultural diversity - it was a different proposition. Muslim men in the sub-continent might want to wear the Shalwar Kameez more often than not. That is their culture. While Muslim men in the States might prefer trousers for everyday use. That is a different culture. So long as both run in conformity with Islamic principles, fine, go ahead!

Diversity and choice gives colour to life.

Allah Hafiz.

Saadia[/quote]

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