Sami Yusuf Playlist

Here is a playlist of spiritual Middle Eastern music (some words are in English) by Sami Yusuf, whose beautiful song "Who Is the Loved One" I shared yesterday. Let his voice soothe your stress.

I am very impressed with this young artist. He uses his popularity to spread positive messages. While his work comes from a Muslim perspective, he also takes on important sociopolitical issues which know no religion. In one song, he mentions the need for clean water for all people. In another, he takes on the Israel-Palestine issue, which is a difficult one to address without being accused of being anti-Semitic if one disagrees with the Israeli position.

He has a strong conscience and uses it to try to make the world a better place. Kudos, Sami!

Confessions of my Middle Eastern Sympathies

And now that I've given my post a provocative title, I'll give the particulars.

I confess that I really like the sound of the above song. I like it for the same reason that I like music from India. It takes me to another place. Because of where I come from in the world, it sounds exotic and mystical. I've always loved this kind of music.

I confess that I find people who hate all Arabs/Muslims to be asshats not worthy of my time.

I'm not a Muslim. I don't resonate with the entire message of this song, because I'm not a monotheist. But I know that this message resonates with some souls. As long as we all treat each other with respect with regards to our spiritual beliefs, how is that not okay?

 If you don't believe that this ass clown represents all Christians

 Why do you believe that this one represents all Muslims?

I've chosen my confession, and now I will return to listening to Middle Eastern music.

If you'd like to confess your sins, click here.