Posts by steeleagle2

Christian Taylor3 said:What's the deal, you trolls?

You have Jack's contact info right there, so just go chat privately.

Just keep us updated on all those epic "battles" you're having with Maria Barnes. ☕

He really nailed it—no malice intended here. Honestly, in my six years of posting on Reddit, what fascinates me most is how nothing gets past these people. That level of human intuition is truly impressive. Bravo, Jose Barrett.👍

Also, my congratulations to the owner, the management, and all the Reddit users on such impressive results.🙂

What do these agnostics actually think they’re doing? Every time they show up, it’s always the same routine—they act like they're the smartest people in the room, more witty, more enlightened, blah blah blah... Look, you don't have two cents to rub together, let alone half of what you just listed. Let's just get off this subforum already. What a headache... ☕

Austin Parker8 said:Do you guys think the mods are power tripping? Like, are they being arrogant or unfair? Feel free to vent or drop your thoughts here...

At the end of the day, the moderators are just regular people, just like you and me.😍
I suppose my grievance lies in the fact that they actually hold power.😁 All jokes aside, let's get down to business.

My primary grievance is that the moderators simply cannot shake their own ideological biases—or the forum's overarching dogma—when making judgments. It’s incredibly frustrating to watch them intentionally steer discussions toward a specific agenda. When they do that, this platform stops being a space where people can freely exchange a diverse range of ideas; instead, it turns into a room filled with totalitarian ambient music, where we users are just forced to play the exact notes they want us to hit in unison.

The funniest thing to me is this forum logo just drifting around in that empty space. It looks like it’s pouting, trying to decide if it belongs with the site layout or the banner... and then it just ends up sticking out awkwardly😍

redtinker36 said:... according to Revelation... if there is a God, you really ought to strive to be one of those people in white robes... they belong to Him... while everyone else just gets crushed...

... and it’s entirely possible there isn't even a God... but honestly, the situation doesn't look much better... it's possible that being an honest person isn't even part of the plan...

... maybe you have plenty of beautiful examples of love... from your own life... which serve to effectively mask the examples of hatred... drawn from all sorts of different lives...
... perhaps you're playing the card that every Hitler was just an outlier... and that a few million people can occasionally... be sacrificed for the greater good...
... but... if there is no God... humanity hasn't found anything solid yet... anything that would actually guarantee... a better tomorrow...
... to me... for instance... it's worrying... just the fact that humans now kill more of their own kind than animals...

... no... I can't know for sure... that's why I say "if"... and... well, damn it... I'm just a philosopher...
... what do you think the future holds?

If you think you can change something within yourself .. go put on a white dress .. you could even wear heels .. you'll be looking down from a height 😍
God exists .. that is a fact .. the question is whether He has you? .. if He does, where does He hold you most?

The amount of honesty is predestined .. the future is predestined .. but this moment .. it belongs to you .. it is real, truly, it is merely real .. that is if you care .. if not, why bother with someone else's moments? .. can you actually change something?

There was once a drop .. a tiny drop .. that wished it could abandon the stream .. can it do that? .. no .. we won't let it

Sam Green73 said:The other day, someone actually said to me, "You know, sometimes it’s just easier to be honest—it takes way less effort," and I have to admit, it totally threw me for a loop.
I get the logic behind it; telling the truth is definitely simpler because you don't have to spend half your life playing mental gymnastics trying to remember which lie you told to whom.
But is "honesty" really that straightforward?
Is it truly just a simple thing?
Honestly, I don't think so.
To me, being an honest person isn't some innate quality you're just born with; it's more like a skill that you actually have to work at.
Think about little kids—they’ll happily grab a toy from someone else, but they find it incredibly hard to actually share one of their own. Parents have to step in and teach them how to act in a socially acceptable way.

I'm a firm believer that being honest pays off in the long run, but when you look at the short term, is being truthful always the easiest path?

p.s. I almost wrote this whole thing as a post about sincerity, but I realized those aren't quite the same thing.

Honesty is a pleasure... if it isn't for you, why bother struggling through it for nothing?

redtinker36 said:.. either deal with our own lack of integrity and brace for the end of the world ..
.. because if .. being honest .. isn't rewarded .. then sticking to your principles just ends up screwing you and the rest of the world for nothing ..

Where are you getting this from? You can't possibly know the truth of these things... but there you have it.

I feel compelled to speak up at this moment. The accusations leveled against Muslims being posted on this platform—accusations made right here in this thread—simply don't hold water for one obvious reason: we Muslims haven't even been posting on this forum for nearly three months.

We were the first ones to stand up against the injustice of moderator Shady, which was backed by the forum administration, and we collectively walked away from this site because our sense of honor won't allow us to engage in such an environment under these conditions.
What Shady represents—and what you’ve tried to pin on him by claiming missionaries are running around enforcing Sharia on this forum—carries absolutely no weight. By withdrawing, we made it crystal clear that we distance ourselves from his views and ideology entirely. Ultimately, his actions and words on this board have very little to do with honorable Islam; they have everything to do with his desperate desire to cling to his moderator position. The few Muslims who still post here aren't qualified to be judged as representatives of Islam for two reasons: some are far too young and inexperienced, or they promote deviant teachings that mainstream Islam abandoned long ago. The second reason is simply numbers; there are so few of them that they cannot possibly represent mainstream Islam. This only plays into the hands of those users who are just waiting for a chance to attack Islam, which only highlights their own lack of intellectual integrity, but I won't dwell on that.
It is also telling how indifferent the administration has been toward our numerous complaints and accusations. Our eventual exit proved that they are choosing to support this kind of Shadyevski-style gossip, for which Islam ultimately pays the full price as the sole scapegoat. Well, it won't happen that way, gentlemen.

The Muslims on this forum are people of integrity; we have proven that, and we continue to prove it. Meanwhile, you have shown that you are far from an honest, democratic administration. Furthermore, you've proven incapable of handling modern concepts of freedom of speech and thought, instead exhibiting nothing but pure, unadulterated tribalism—that much is clear to everyone. You might feel uncomfortable reading this, and you may even hate me, but I couldn't care less about your opinion (if I did, I wouldn't be able to remain objective). My concern is the quality of this forum. Only when you manage to strip away your personal interests and impulses can we hope for this forum to become a better place for everyone, regardless of faith, skin color, or nationality...

And of course, in memoriam to all the usernames that were perma-banned for paying the ultimate price for your forum's unjust policies.

Warm regards to all people of goodwill. 😍

Brenda Cook4 said:Always😁...there you go again...just stay positive...it makes everything so much easier.

Come on then...let's head over to the Dervish Lodge and talk.😬

Same old story, man. I'm exhausted. 😢

Brenda Cook4 said:On the contrary, I was actually quite precise. I laid out my questions for you very clearly.

Here we go again. So, what exactly are we diving into right now? What’s the actual topic here? Honestly, I was under the impression we were discussing the closure of the Dervish Lodge.

I asked quite a few specific questions about that, didn't I? But somehow, in the end, the whole conversation just drifted toward rowdyhawk10... and atheists.

Let me say this again, and please, try to give me a straight answer this time. I see what's happening here. When people start making broad generalizations about religion, it completely changes how they act. It leads to this total breakdown in decency and a complete slide into using foul language. So, let's apply that logic directly to the Dervish Lodge and this specific thread. Who is actually responsible for this aggressive, toxic vocabulary? Is it the atheists, the mods who are letting it happen, rowdyhawk10, or perhaps certain believers... and I mean the prominent ones?

...and please, be specific. I don't want the vague stuff—give it to me straight.

So, you're saying the mods were deleting posts? But wait, didn't you say yourself earlier that they actually *should* be doing that to handle all the spam and the off-topic clutter? Now suddenly, what happened? Why isn't it okay anymore?

And hey, thanks for that—glad to see I’m not the one getting the heat this time...

Brenda Cook4, the debate here concluded with rowdyhawk10's post, which clearly makes it known that the Dervish Lodge remains open. Everything else is just beating a dead horse. For us, it's a waste, and for the Forum, it certainly isn't constructive or productive because, frankly, it's just filler...

In that context, I am taking the opportunity to call out everyone involved, because someone has to say it. Just watch me, Brenda.😍

P.S. There will be plenty of opportunities for you and me to wrap this discussion up and for me to answer your questions.

steeleagle2, the opposite would imply the administration is favoring religious people while discriminating against non-religious ones.

Beyond that.

On the Nut subforum, it’s perfectly acceptable to spout all sorts of vulgar filth; it’s considered completely on-topic, and the moderator basically acts like some kind of high-strung jerk. However, when it comes to religion, there ought to be a standard of decent, moral communication. What you all are doing is constantly lowering the bar—the line that separates low-lifes from decent people—all under the guise of "providing a platform for everyone." In reality, with this "escort service" approach, those crude types and their trashy antics benefit the most. That is direct favoritism toward them (and it destroys the buffer zone necessary for the survival of the Dervish Lodge, which I wrote about once, though I can't recall which specific post), regardless of what they call themselves; we just call them heathens.

And before Brenda Cook4 gets offended by my mentioning her name, let me clarify: calling someone a heathen means they are blinded by their own ego. And when someone is blinded by ego, the first thing you notice is a display of immorality that they desperately try to pass off as human rights or the Declaration of Independence.

P.s. No offense intended to the Nut moderators; I don't even know who they are or visit that section. I'm simply using them as an example to make my point clearer.

@rowdyhawk10—After your first post where you actually agreed with the shutdown—which was a classy move on your part—we get this third installment where you’ve not only flipped your stance but also turned ice-cold. It’s freezing. You’re basically staging a display of raw authority here, parading through with the laws and rules like they're some kind of absolute victory. It feels like watching one of those massive military parades in China where they wave around heavy artillery and endless lines of soldiers. Honestly, I feel like that woman standing defiantly in front of the tank in the middle of the square.

I won't even bother commenting on the rest because this has started to feel more like entertainment than anything else, and I'm not really here for the show.

That’s exactly it. I think the issue lies within us... within ourselves.
I won't get sidetracked right now by the whole debate over what constitutes true spiritual strength and how one actually attains it. Sure, having support is great, but at the end of the day, a person has to fight their own battles alone. Otherwise, you just end up with a herd mentality where only the "strongest" survive. But anyway, that’s a conversation for another time.

So, we're blaming atheists and non-believers for the current state of things? Let's look at the Dervish Lodge specifically. Tell me, what exactly have atheists done to the Dervish Lodge? Where and when did they provide this "critical mass of immorality"—these supposed provocations—that would trigger a reaction from believers, leading to them being sanctioned or, essentially, stripped of their ability to practice their faith?

As an atheist, I’ve been reflecting on my participation in a Dervish Lodge gathering. It feels a bit out of place since I don't know anyone else who has taken part in one for any significant amount of time. I find myself wondering: what exactly was I doing there?

I expected a bit more precision from you, but whatever.

I never explicitly labeled atheists as participants in any spontaneous or organized actions. My point was simply that the moderators steer the direction of the discussions by favoring atheism and "pushing" it—which has nothing to do with them personally, nor does it have anything to do with you. Therefore, everything you've pointed out misses the mark. Please read my posts more carefully.

Once again, who exactly "polluted" the space with their "spiritual filth"?
Please, if you could, define "spiritual purity" for me. It seems absolutely necessary, especially since you're suggesting that problems are starting to arise here because of it.

It wouldn't be right to point fingers, but just to clear the air—it wasn't you.😍 Honestly, it could be anyone—even a brother who sits right beside us in the Dervish Lodge. Purity isn't a static thing; states of cleanliness fluctuate. Someone might be completely centered today, only to lose that footing tomorrow. My job is to nip these disruptions in the bud. I try to redirect them by pivoting to a different topic before they even settle in. It’s a preventative measure. If someone enters the Dervish Lodge in a bad state, it creates a mess. Sure, the moderators eventually clean it up, but the bitter aftertaste lingers. After a while, that bitterness starts to define the entire Forum. We all end up tasting it. Eventually, we get so used to that bitter flavor that when someone tries to offer us something sweet, like strawberries with whipped cream, our first instinct is to cough. That’s why you need a buffer zone to ease the reaction. You start with something simple, like a bit of bread and white garlic, then move slowly toward dairy, and only then do you introduce the sweets.

Is the "spiritually pure" category popping up again, along with this new "outside interference" section?

External interference is essentially an excess triggered by individuals—and I’m being precise here, it could be anyone—occasionally because they fail to pass through the buffer zone, and partly due to their inherent nature.

One more thing I wanted to ask—did you actually request that the human stay away from the Dervish Lodge, or did I just get my wires crossed?

And finally, what exactly was the contribution of those banned users to the "vibe" or the overall atmosphere within the Dervish Lodge? Is everything really just Shady's fault? Or should we be pointing the finger at the atheists instead?

The human in question doesn't actually have anything to do with this, other than serving as my case study to illustrate two specific points. I’ve already laid them out, but I suppose I should start getting used to your lack of precision😛.

Essentially, this human is a textbook example of what happens when a creative yet highly temperamental individual is pushed toward pure destruction by moderator politics, rather than being given an environment where they can actually let their talent shine. It is a failure of moderation, par excellence. Honestly, I couldn't care less about the human; he isn't even five years old, he's got food, a place to sleep, and he's warm enough😍

The moderators have done such a stellar job with the deleting and banning, they might actually qualify for the Olympics.🤣

One more thing. There is also the dimension of God's direct intervention and His influence over all of this, but it would be excessive to attempt an explanation of that sphere, considering most people can barely wrap their heads around this ordinary, logical, human dimension as it is.

I should also clarify one thing: if none of what I’ve said above manages to rattle "His Excellency" and the administration, and they decide to keep the Dervish Lodge open, let it be known that the Dervish no longer has any connection to the lodge. He bears zero responsibility for its current state, nor for the direction in which it will "evolve."

Indeed, we are just waiting to hear from Brian Mendoza95 to see if he intends to step up and take responsibility. If he does, he takes over all the authority I have held until now. Granted, we've seen that those powers weren't particularly significant, but regardless, let the record show.

rowdyhawk10

That’s just not true. Quite simply, the way the closure was proposed doesn't sit right with me. It’s fine if the Dervish feels bad about the banned Humaninside, and it's fine if he sees that certain discussions were pointless and disturbed the spirit of the Dervish Lodge (like those involving Asad or the Bank..). But it is absolutely NOT okay how this was handled. And the Dervish knows that. That's why I decided it this way—whoever is tired should take a break, and hopefully, they'll return to us later. Someone will always be here to watch over the Dervish Lodge.

It’s obvious to everyone that you all became a harsh regime long ago, instead of acting as a service for the citizens. I say "you" because I told myself that you had discussions in the moderator corner where you consulted with your colleagues. You just proved it right now; though we all knew it before, now it’s official and argued, because you claim you don't like the way I requested the closure. The method used was, and remains, within the rules of the forum.
Another vital point is that after some people failed to grasp the summary, I explained the reasons for the closure request at length. I also detailed why the Dervish Lodge cannot function if these reasons are ignored—because then it automatically turns into something else entirely, a completely different topic that has nothing to do with the original except for its name.
You ignored my explanation, ignored those reasons, and decided the Dervish Lodge should stay open because someone will always be here to watch over the Dervish Lodge. If we take that as an argument, it is, at the very least, condescending toward my thorough and precise explanation. But that doesn't surprise me; if you were capable of providing quality counterarguments regarding the actual principles this virtual Dervish Lodge operates on, you would be able to start and lead such a thread yourself. Yet, despite showing that you can't, you take it upon yourself to lead it and steer it in whatever direction the administration wants.
To summarize: what you have done here is nothing more than one-sided thinking, acting as a mouthpiece for the forum administration. I hear people complaining about similar occurrences in other sub-forums too, but whatever, that's not what this is about.

So, there we have it. Now we see exactly how the moderators model and direct the "free" flow of thoughts and ideas.

Since this is a very sophisticated issue, let me provide an analogy. Suppose a creationist starts a thread explaining the origin of the world, and then an evolutionist takes over that thread, continuing to talk about the origin of the world while using a creationist handle and title, all while suppressing and preventing any participation from creationists in the thread. Purely one-sided.

Or a second example: a dentist goes to an auto mechanic to get a timing belt changed. After the mechanic disassembles the engine and removes the belt, the dentist looks at it and says, "You just need to replace a couple of teeth, don't touch anything else..."😲

Brenda Cook4 said:But... can anyone tell me, is it actually possible—or even wise or right—to use the Dervish Lodge as a way to settle someone else's petty squabbles? And is the Dervish Lodge really so weak and fragile that even the slightest breeze could knock it down?

Here’s the original post that opened the doors to the Dervish Lodge:

This is a sanctuary for celebrating God's love and the hope He has given us to eventually return to Him.
Whenever you feel lonely, sad, joyful, or elated; when you feel cast aside, when you've been lied to, or when it feels like the whole world is stacked against you—when you're just absolutely overwhelmed with worry...
Come here and try being sincere.
Ask questions; perhaps I will answer them.
The lost soul seeks, and it shall be found. Just keep seeking, and you won't leave this Dervish Lodge with a heavy heart.
Even those who struggle to believe in Divine love might find faith here.
Everyone has a right to hope. No one is denied it.
And you, who already love—come, so that we may increase your love.

...wasn't that an open invitation for connection and conversation? Is it really okay for someone to suddenly decide to slam the door in your face?

Besides, honestly, if everyone just kept opening up and then felt like shutting down topics whenever they pleased, what would be the point of any forum member even engaging? What for?

Blue, it wasn't a sudden whim on my part. The Dervish Lodge is different from any other topic on this forum. There is nothing else like it. It has to simultaneously adhere to the forum rules and general operations, while also remaining completely distinct and protected so it can actually function. How do you balance those two things, and why is it necessary?

The answer to that is quite complex. As the one who started it, I can only say that the current situation on this religious sub-section of the site is such that the "protection" of the Dervish Lodge has cracked, turning it into just another ordinary thread. Under these conditions, it cannot fulfill the promise made in the introductory post.

Why it must follow forum rules is obvious to everyone.
But why must it simultaneously be separate and protected, and how is that even possible?
I'll try to explain.

A real Dervish Lodge has its own physical space, which defines it and separates it from the outside world so it can function; in fact, a Dervish Lodge cannot exist as an institution without this. This is essential because the atmosphere required for its operation is created within those walls. Primarily, this involves physical cleanliness, followed by spiritual purity. Spiritual purity in a space is achieved through constant, directed prayer and rituals, and through the presence of spiritually pure individuals. This allows the Dervish Lodge to provide the "tools" necessary for spiritual education, the building and strengthening of individuals, or simply providing a sanctuary for souls in search. That is the basic, summarized essence of what the Dervish Lodge must provide.

Now, back to this virtual Dervish Lodge. For protection to work here, it isn't enough for moderators to be diligent and delete off-topic posts or spam. Something more is required. First, the individuals within it—those who feel they belong there, whether by merit or simple desire—must be spiritually pure and strong. Through that combination, they guard the walls of this virtual Dervish Lodge against outside intrusion. Now, when an intrusion happens, it's easy to delete it, but the goal is to cut the intrusion off at the root—to prevent it before it occurs. Because once it happens, it's already too late. It's too late because the intrusion introduces impurity that needs cleaning. Beyond just deleting a post, there is something that remains "hanging in the air." That lingering element needs cleansing, and moderators neither can nor have the tools to handle that. That task falls to those responsible for the Dervish Lodge. If a critical mass of impurity appears, it floods the Dervish Lodge, and individuals are no longer able to...
It’s about purification—as much as possible—and ensuring we ourselves are purified through the effort of cleaning it. A critical mass of spiritual impurity has been fostered by the atmosphere surrounding Religion.

We made a promise in our opening post, and that promise has to be real. When someone walks into our Dervish Lodge, they need to feel that we actually kept our word. No one should leave the lodge feeling heavy-hearted. There is no room for deception here; you simply cannot trick the human soul.
Perhaps you’re wondering if the problem lies within us, or if we just lack the strength? Look, an individual draws their spiritual strength from the community—they essentially fly on the wings of the group. Alone, they have no wings. They are lost and weak. The happenings over on the Religion forum, which rowdyhawk10 moderates, have visibly weakened our community, which automatically stripped away the strength of those of us responsible for the Dervish Lodge. In short, the moderators have gradually created an environment on the Religion forum that actively drains the vitality of our collective. This phenomenon is called turmoil. And we aren't the only ones suffering; all believers feel it, evidenced by the various complaints regarding the state of Religion coming from different denominations or individuals alike. Everyone can see something is wrong. Let me tell you exactly what it is:
Religion has become a place where disbelief and atheism are deliberately and systematically promoted, while faith—whatever its kind—is suppressed. This is done by serving a critical mass of immorality to believers, triggering a predictable reaction (usually some form of protest) that most often ends in sanctions. When this is done planned and systematic, the forum eventually gets purged of believers—at least those who can spot the insidious manipulations by the structure in charge of the Religion forum—leaving behind only those who are blind to these events or someone like me, who actually cares about fixing things.

rowdyhawk10 is quite the 'philosopher.' Just compare his posts toward me regarding the closing of the Dervish Lodge yesterday versus today. Anyone watching will notice the shift. Yesterday he was abrasive, cold, and quite threatening; today, he’s suddenly pleasant and seemingly eager for dialogue, change, and blah, blah, blah... I’d call that emotional instability, but let's move past that. Secondly, I want to point out that he doesn't actually stand behind or believe any of what he's proposing. It’s just a performance, his own little show. While less mood swinging would be nice, the core issue is that he just wants to find a way to preserve his position first, and then ensure the forum functions according to administration directives. Consequently, he’ll say anything to anyone just to hit those goals, regardless of whether his words are true or if he even believes them. It’s a farce with elements of a fiasco. Those who noticed this have either been banned or chose to leave the forum on their own.

That’s all for now.

Look, Dervish, you're making me feel like I'm losing my good deeds here. Is this just an impulse triggered by some PDF version of religion, or do you actually want to see how messy things get when we tackle the volatile questions? Like, what kind of madness is this?

Every single one of us carries a full spectrum of traits within us—both the light and the dark. A Dervish Lodge is meant to be a sanctuary where those negative traits are neutralized, while our positive qualities are nurtured and polished until they reach perfection.
The world at large tends to drag out the worst in people, forcing their flaws into the light, and then judges them based solely on those moments. That’s exactly how it works with religion today; it’s become a calculated strategy. On the flip side, the Dervish Lodge used to foster environments that encouraged a human to lean into their best self. Unfortunately, that cynical religious strategy has managed to seep into the Lodge itself. Right now, we simply don't have the strength to fight it, and our duty would be to shut it down entirely—close the doors and walk away, following the legalistic way of doing things. But the people overseeing this whole operation won't close the Lodge because it’s become a matter of vested interest. On one hand, it's about pure profit, and on the other, it's a way to needle us since they've successfully created these conditions. This, my friend, is the war being waged in the spiritual realm. Our move should be to close the Lodge, regroup, and unify. Only then can the winners reopen a Lodge—whether it's this one or another on a different forum.

Donna Cook48 said:Humaninside used to break up every single moment of monotony and pessimism...
Honestly, I knew for a long time—people were messaging me privately about the administration and especially about that admin, Sadonji—but I didn't want to believe them. I kept asking myself, "Well, what if someone actually shows up acting like a jerk?" But after seeing what happened with Humaninside, I am just deeply surprised, disappointed, and honestly, a bit crushed. It scares me that tomorrow someone else might end up the same way, which is why I say this. My goal isn't to gossip or slander rowdyhawk10; it’s about the survival of the REAL community members on this Forum.
Those true members unknowingly leave a piece of themselves in anyone who has even a grain of humanity left... and they’ve just cut down a massive, significant pillar. Honestly, I just feel bad 😢 and any words I say now feel completely useless 👎 . That more relaxed, conversational style of debating was exactly what made the Banquet Room special, back when subtle and thoughtful things could actually come to light. Once the Banquet Room was shut down, everything got moved into the Dervish Lodge, and the whole system basically collapsed because of its own actions, which indirectly caused this shutdown in such a SAD and PATHETIC way. 😉

Peace 🙂

Dervish, peace to you. On behalf of Tamia, please know he only forgot to mention it because he was so overwhelmed by the closing of this spiritual treasure trove; he wasn't even sure how you would react, so out of fear, he left it 🙂

Peace be upon you.

It isn't his fault. This is just the current state of affairs—a condition passed down through fake religions into the Dervish Lodge, which now tries to preserve and even worsen that very situation. Without the recovery of true Religion, there can be no Dervish Lodge.
Why do you think rowdyhawk10 argues that it's better for the Dervish Lodge to stay open? But then again, poor guy, he just doesn't see these things...
Tamia was merely a good example used to illustrate my point. Halali Tamia🙂

Sophia King42 said:Muslim.com - 🙂 Brother... why on earth do you want to shut down this thread? It’s become a sanctuary for Americans... a place to exchange Islamic opinion...

Because you didn't offer me a Peace.

Looking at the numbers, we have 114 Americans and 76 non-Muslims here, totaling 190 people.
This thread has been read over 255,000 times and boasts more than 8,500 posts.
It originally opened on April 10, 2006, under the spirituality sub-forum. Later, that whole section was moved under the jurisdiction of the philosophy moderators, who then shifted it over to religion. At one point, it was actually closed for a few months. One person even embraced Islam just by reading through it.
Personally, I’ve contributed about 1,300 posts here. Following me, wearyhawk222 has 662 posts, then Raiden with 444, Forget-me-not 383 with 383, and rapidmaker6 with 375. That makes our top five. Behind them, with over 200 posts each, come
Brian Mendoza95, boldgull19, Humaninside, and Ashik. Everyone else has fewer than 200.

There are nine people who have truly poured themselves into the Dervish Lodge. Out of those nine, one is permanently banned, and two have stopped posting because they can't stand this forum anymore—leaving just six of us. Of those six, one supports my request, one is against it, one doesn't care, one has no idea what's happening, and one hasn't spoken up yet.

This space was envisioned to showcase a side of Islam that is largely unknown to the Western world, yet today, it risks becoming something we would never want to represent.