Out gay Imam creates online school for LGBT-friendly Islamic study

[KamaAina]

https://www.pinknews.co.uk/2015/11/25/out-gay-imam-creates-online-school-for-lgbt-friendly-islamic-study/

An out gay Imam has created an online school which allows users to access information on LGBT-friendly Islamic philosophy....

Abdullah was the first out gay imam in the US, and has become increasingly outspoken, since 2002 when he was approached to officiate at the funeral of a man who died of AIDS-related illness.

Speaking to Truthout, he said: “The idea that same-sex-oriented people can’t be as faithful or pious as heterosexuals is not something that is found in the Quran.

“It’s a cultural attitude, influenced by time and place, which is why ideas about acceptable sexual behaviour vary widely.”

[Bucky]

1. This is GREAT news!

This calls for an "only in America" moment. Seriously, this is what progress looks like. I'll pray for his safety, but I am astounded & inspired by his courage