Misconception clear up about Islam

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Due to the media of just about everywhere, Islam has been seen as a very violent and inhumane type of religion. Which of course this is not true but due to the lack of knowledge that i have about Islam, what choice do i have? but because of osmosis, their fails knowledge has seeped into my brain and i am forced to believe in what the media says.
(Note: i am not here to speak badly about Muhammad or the Islamic God, i am here to clear misaccusations that i have about Islam.)

Here are the many questions i have about Islam.

1.) Please explain to me about the Sharia law, for have very negative opinions about this law such as homosexuality, the severing of the hand, beating of the wife, and rape victims.
2.) Would Allah consider Islamic extremists to be a disgrace to Islam or would it be an act of honor?
3.) What does the Quran say about non-believers, Atheists, and the spread of Islam?( i am some what an Atheists)
4.) The Christianity God is know at the "3-0 God" which is that God is all-knowing all-powerful and all-loving, does the Islamic God follow this 3-0 God?

(There are many more questions about Islam but cannot think of any on the top of my head, many more questions will arise)

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Due to the media of just about everywhere, Islam has been seen as a very violent and inhumane type of religion. Which of course this is not true but due to the lack of knowledge that i have about Islam, what choice do i have? but because of osmosis, their fails knowledge has seeped into my brain and i am forced to believe in what the media says.
(Note: i am not here to speak badly about Muhammad or the Islamic God, i am here to clear misaccusations that i have about Islam.)

The media often gives the wrong idea.You can ask about Islam in any place, anyperson

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Here are the many questions i have about Islam.

Welcome, you can ask what you want


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1.) Please explain to me about the Sharia law, for have very negative opinions about this law such as homosexuality, the severing of the hand, beating of the wife, and rape victims.

Homosexuality is unacceptable in Islam.

The Qoran says:

Those who commit unlawful sexual intercourse of your women - bring against them four [witnesses] from among you. And if they testify, confine the guilty women to houses until death takes them or Allah ordains for them [another] way. (15)


And [We had sent] Lot when he said to his people, "Do you commit such immorality as no one has preceded you with from among the worlds? (80)


Indeed, those who like that immorality should be spread [or publicized] among those who have believed will have a painful punishment in this world and the Hereafter. And Allah knows and you do not know. (19




Does Islam allow wife beating?

Respected scholars! Does Islam allow wife beating? Some husbands are violent and they say that the Qur'an allows them to beat their wives. Is there any logical explanation given regarding men being allowed to beat their wives, as stated in surat An-Nisa', verse 34?


In the Name of Allah, Most Gracious, Most Merciful.


All praise and thanks are due to Allah, and peace and blessings be upon His Messenger.


Dear questioner, we would like to thank you for the great confidence you place in us, and we implore Allah Almighty to help us serve His cause and render our work for His Sake.


The verse you mention has been greatly misconceived by many people who focus merely on its surface meaning, taking it to allow wife beating. When the setting is not taken into account, it isolates the words in a way that distorts or falsifies the original meaning. Before dealing with the issue of wife-battering in the perspective of Islam, we should keep in mind that the original Arabic wording of the Qur'an is the only authentic source of meaning. If one relies on the translation alone, one is likely to misunderstand it.


Commenting on this issue, Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi, former President of the Islamic Society of North America, states:


"According to the Qur'an the relationship between the husband and wife should be based on mutual love and kindness. Allah says: "And among His Signs is this, that He created for you mates from among yourselves, that ye may dwell in tranquility with them, and He has put love and mercy between your (hearts): verily in that are Signs for those who reflect." (Ar-Rum: 21)


The Qur'an urges husbands to treat their wives with kindness. [In the event of a family dispute, the Qur'an exhorts the husband to treat his wife kindly and not to overlook her positive aspects]. Allah Almighty says: “Live with them on a footing of kindness and equity. If ye take a dislike to them it may be that ye dislike a thing, and Allah brings about through it a great deal of good.” (An-Nisa’: 19)


It is important that a wife recognizes the authority of her husband in the house. He is the head of the household, and she is supposed to listen to him. But the husband should also use his authority with respect and kindness towards his wife. If there arises any disagreement or dispute among them, then it should be resolved in a peaceful manner. Spouses should seek the counsel of their elders and other respectable family members and friends to batch up the rift and solve the differences.


However, in some cases a husband may use some light disciplinary action in order to correct the moral infraction of his wife, but this is only applicable in extreme cases and it should be resorted to if one is sure it would improve the situation. However, if there is a fear that it might worsen the relationship or may wreak havoc on him or the family, then he should avoid it completely.


The Qur'an is very clear on this issue. Almighty Allah says: "Men are the protectors and maintainers of women, because Allah has given the one more strength than the other, and because they support them from their means. Therefore the righteous women are devoutly obedient and guard in the husband's absence what Allah would have them to guard. As to those women on whose part you fear disloyalty and ill-conduct, admonish them (first), (next), refuse to share their beds, (and last) beat them (lightly); but if they return to obedience, seek not against them means (of annoyance); for Allah is most High and Great (above you all). If you fear a breach between them twain, appoint (two) arbiters, one from his family and the other from hers. If they wish for peace, Allah will cause their reconciliation; for Allah has full knowledge and is acquainted with all things." (An-Nisa': 34-35)


It is important to read the section fully. One should not take part of the verse and use it to justify one's own misconduct. This verse neither permits violence nor condones it. It guides us to ways to handle delicate family situation with care and wisdom. The word "beating" is used in the verse, but it does not mean "physical abuse". The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) explained it "dharban ghayra mubarrih" which means "a light tap that leaves no mark". He further said that face must be avoided. Some other scholars are of the view that it is no more than a light touch by siwak, or toothbrush.


Generally, the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) used to discourage his followers from taking even this measure. He never hit any female, and he used to say that the best of men are those who do not hit their wives. In one hadith he expressed his extreme repulsion from this behavior and said, "How does anyone of you beat his wife as he beats the stallion camel and then embrace (sleep with) her?” (Al-Bukhari, English Translation, vol. 8, Hadith 68, pp. 42-43)


It is also important to note that even this "light strike" mentioned in the verse is not to be used to correct some minor problem, but it is permissible to resort to only in a situation of some serious moral misconduct when admonishing the wife fails, and avoiding from sleeping with her would not help. If this disciplinary action can correct a situation and save the marriage, then one should use it."


Dr. Jamal Badawi, professor at Saint Mary's University in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, and a cross-appointed faculty member in the Departments of Religious Studies and Management, adds:


"If the problem relates to the wife's behavior, the husband may exhort her and appeal for reason. In most cases, this measure is likely to be sufficient. In cases where the problem persists, the husband may express his displeasure in another peaceful manner, by sleeping in a separate bed from hers. There are cases, however, in which a wife persists in bad habits and showing contempt of her husband and disregard for her marital obligations. Instead of divorce, the husband may resort to another measure that may save the marriage, at least in some cases. Such a measure is more accurately described as a gentle tap on the body, but never on the face, making it more of a symbolic measure than a punitive one.


Even here, that maximum measure is limited by the following:


a. It must be seen as a rare exception to the repeated exhortation of mutual respect, kindness and good treatment. Based on the Qur'an and Hadith, this measure may be used in the cases of lewdness on the part of the wife or extreme refraction and rejection of the husband's reasonable requests on a consistent basis (nushuz). Even then, other measures, such as exhortation, should be tried first.


b. As defined by Hadith, it is not permissible to strike anyone's face, cause any bodily harm or even be harsh. What the Hadith qualifies as "dharban ghayra mubarrih", or light striking, was interpreted by early jurists as a (symbolic) use of siwak! They further qualified permissible "striking" as that which leaves no mark on the body. It is interesting that this latter fourteen-centuries-old qualifier is the criterion used in contemporary American law to separate a light and harmless tap or strike from "abuse" in the legal sense. This makes it clear that even this extreme, last resort, and "lesser of the two evils" measure that may save a marriage does not meet the definitions of "physical abuse," "family violence, " or "wife battering" in the 20th century law in liberal democracies, where such extremes are so commonplace that they are seen as national concerns.


c. The permissibility of such symbolic expression of the seriousness of continued refraction does not imply its desirability. In several hadiths, the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) discouraged this measure. Here are some of his sayings in this regard:


"Do not beat the female servants of Allah";


"Some (women) visited my family complaining about their husbands (beating them). These (husbands) are not the best of you."


In another hadith the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) is reported to have said: “How does anyone of you beat his wife as he beats the stallion camel and then he may embrace (sleep with) her?”


d. True following of the Sunnah is to follow the example of the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) who never resorted to that measure, regardless of the circumstances.


e. Islamic teachings are universal in nature. They respond to the needs and circumstances of diverse times, cultures and circumstances. Some measures may work in some cases and cultures or with certain persons but may not be effective in others. By definition, a "permissible" act is neither required, encouraged or forbidden. In fact it may be to spell out the extent of permissibility, such as in the issue at hand, rather than leaving it unrestricted or unqualified, or ignoring it all together. In the absence of strict qualifiers, persons may interpret the matter in their own way, which can lead to excesses and real abuse.


f. Any excess, cruelty, family violence, or abuse committed by any "Muslim" can never be traced, honestly, to any revelatory text (Qur'an or Hadith). Such excesses and violations are to be blamed on the person(s) himself, as it shows that they are paying lip service to Islamic teachings and injunctions and failing to follow the true Sunnah of the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him)."






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and rape victims.

What is the ruling on the crime of rape in Islam?.

Praise be to Allaah.
The Arabic word ightisaab refers to taking something wrongfully by force. It is now used exclusively to refer to transgression against the honour of women by force (rape).


This is an abhorrent crime that is forbidden in all religions and in the minds of all wise people and those who are possessed of sound human nature. All earthly systems and laws regard this action as abhorrent and impose the strictest penalties on it, except a few states which waive the punishment if the rapist marries his victim! This is indicative of a distorted mind let alone a lack of religious commitment on the part of those who challenge Allaah in making laws. We do not know of any love or compassion that could exist between the aggressor and his victim, especially since the pain of rape cannot be erased with the passage of time – as it is said. Hence many victims of rape have attempted to commit suicide and many of them have succeeded, The failure of these marriages is proven and they are accompanied by nothing but humiliation and suffering for the woman.


Islam has a clear stance which states that this repugnant action is haraam and imposes a deterrent punishment on the one who commits it.


Islam closes the door to the criminal who wants to commit this crime. Western studies have shown that most rapists are already criminals who commit their crimes under the influence of alcohol and drugs, and they take advantage of the fact that their victims are walking alone in isolated places, or staying in the house alone. These studies also show that what the criminals watch on the media and the semi-naked styles of dress in which women go out, also lead to the commission of this reprehensible crime.


The laws of Islam came to protect women's honour and modesty. Islam forbids women to wear clothes that are not modest and to travel without a mahram; it forbids a woman to shake hands with a non-mahram man. Islam encourages young men and women to marry early, and many other rulings which close the door to rape. Hence it comes as no surprise when we hear or read that most of these crimes occur in permissive societies which are looked up to by some Muslims as examples of civilization and refinement! In America – for example – International Amnesty stated in a 2004 report entitled “Stop Violence Against Women” that every 90 seconds a woman was raped during that year. What kind of life are these people living? What refinement and civilization do they want the Muslim women to take part in?


The punishment for rape in Islam is same as the punishment for zina, which is stoning if the perpetrator is married, and one hundred lashes and banishment for one year if he is not married.


Some scholars also say that he is required to pay a mahr to the woman.


Imam Maalik (may Allaah have mercy on him) said:


In our view the man who rapes a woman, whether she is a virgin or not, if she is a free woman he must pay a “dowry” like that of her peers, and if she is a slave he must pay whatever has been detracted from her value. The punishment is to be carried out on the rapist and there is no punishment for the woman who has been raped, whatever the case. End quote.


Al-Muwatta’, 2/734


Shaykh Salmaan al-Baaji (may Allaah have mercy on him) said:


In the case of a woman who is forced (raped): if she is a free woman, the one who forced her must pay her a “dowry” like that of her peers, and the hadd punishment is to be carried out on him. This is the view of al-Shaafa’i, and it is the view of al-Layth, and it was also narrated from ‘Ali ibn Abi Taalib (may Allaah be pleased with him).


Abu Haneefah and al-Thawri said: the hadd punishment is to be carried out on him but he is not obliged to pay the “dowry”.


The evidence for what we say is that the hadd punishment and the “dowry” are two rights, one of which is the right of Allaah and the other is the right of the other person. So they may be combined, as in the case of a thief whose hand is cut off and he is required to return the stolen goods. End quote.


Al-Muntaha Sharh al-Muwatta’, 5/268, 269


Ibn ‘Abd al-Barr (may Allaah have mercy on him) said:


The scholars are unanimously agreed that the rapist is to be subjected to the hadd punishment if there is clear evidence against him that he deserves the hadd punishment, or if he admits to that. Otherwise, he is to be punished (i.e., if there is no proof that the hadd punishment for zina may be carried out against him because he does not confess, and there are not four witnesses, then the judge may punish him and stipulate a punishment that will deter him and others like him). There is no punishment for the woman if it is true that he forced her and overpowered her, which may be proven by her screaming and shouting for help. End quote.


Al-Istidhkaar, 7/146


Secondly:


The rapist is subject to the hadd punishment for zina, even if the rape was not carried out at knife-point or gun-point. If the use of a weapon was threatened, then he is a muhaarib, and is to be subjected to the hadd punishment described in the verse in which Allaah says (interpretation of the meaning):


“The recompense of those who wage war against Allaah and His Messenger and do mischief in the land is only that they shall be killed or crucified or their hands and their feet be cut off from opposite sides, or be exiled from the land. That is their disgrace in this world, and a great torment is theirs in the Hereafter”


[al-Maaidah 5:33]


So the judge has the choice of the four punishments mentioned in this verse, and may choose whichever he thinks is most suitable to attain the objective, which is to spread peace and security in society, and ward off evildoers and aggressors.


See also question no. 41682


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2.) Would Allah consider Islamic extremists to be a disgrace to Islam or would it be an act of honor?

There is a difference between self-defense and terrorism
If terrorism is killing innocent people without reason, Islam is denied


Koran says

And do not kill the soul which Allah has forbidden, except by right. And whoever is killed unjustly - We have given his heir authority, but let him not exceed limits in [the matter of] taking life. Indeed, he has been supported [by the law]. (33)


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3.) What does the Quran say about non-believers, Atheists, and the spread of Islam?( i am some what an Atheists)

I do not understand what you mean, anyone who does not believe Islam is an unbeliever

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4.) The Christianity God is know at the "3-0 God" which is that God is all-knowing all-powerful and all-loving, does the Islamic God follow this 3-0 God?

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(There are many more questions about Islam but cannot think of any on the top of my head, many more questions will arise)

Better to ask questions in a sequence

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such as homosexuality

Please define your Question better than that, Are you asking about Homosexuality or same-sex intercource ?

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( i am some what an Atheists)

What do you mean by that ?
Are you totally against the existence of God or Deity ? or you don't know whether he is existed or not ?

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I am sorry for my poor description on the many subjects i have presented and i am thankful for your reply.
By non-believers i do mean that people who do not believe in the Islamic God but do believe in other Gods.
What does the Koran say about atheists? Would they be stoned to death or would they be forced to convert?
By homosexuality i mean the love between two of the same-sex such as marriage and sexual intercourse. would sharia law allow this, if not what would be the punishment and what are you view and this matter (feel free not to answer this if you do not wish to answer)
I would define myself as someone who believes in their own version of god, not the Christian God, or the Islamic God or the Hindu God.(If you would like to learn more about my version of God feel free to ask)

Here are my replys on your replys
On the subject of sharia's law i look at this as not religious acts but political standpoints. I strongly disagree with the severing of a hand when stealing, although it does set a STRONG example for the consequences of stealing i do not believe that a person should be incapacitated for the rest of his/her life because of stealing. For Example say that a wife in a village is deathly ill and doctor found a cure for her sickness, like many medications they are extremely cheap to make, but the doctor charges a ridiculous amount for the medication in which the husband could not afford. So the husband then goes into the pharmacy and steals the needed medication leaving behind all the money he has and a note that says that he will pay the rest overtime. the wife then takes the medication and is cured but the officials are seen at the property the cuts off the husbands hand even though we had good intentions for stealing and would sooner or later repay. i would see this as unjust.

On the subjects on homosexuality if the Islamic God knows that a person is going to be a homosexual then why turn him into something that will be forbidden in which what person will be punished unimaginably, this is the view that homosexuality is not a choice. On the view that homosexuality is a choice why would God allow this person to chose the path of homosexuality?

On the subject of wife beating would you say this is a very realistic view of the world we live in now? Anger is a VERY strong emotion in which we might act without thinking. Just "lightly punishing" a person is very hard to preform because of the anger the dwells in that person the might even have murderous intent. When i think of beating i usually think of physical harm but according to the Koran's definition of beating it is a light tap that causes no marks. I do not think this is realistic and consider light taps as petting (i am truly sorry if i offended you in anyway.)

On the subject of rape victim would the victim of rape be considered unclean and undesirable in the eyes of other men?

On the subject of Islamic extremest what would happen if the Islamic extremest were to kill people in the name of the Lord and the spread of Islam?

On the subject of the 3-O God Christian bible is much older than the Koran and their god having human attributes such as fatigue, having regret, losing possessions, and growth in knowledge. Maybe during the old days of the bible God was seen as having finite attributes so would this suggests that we humans are the gods of this world even though that the bible does talk about one God?

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Please explain to me about the Sharia law, for have very negative opinions about this law such as homosexuality, the severing of the hand, beating of the wife, and rape victims.

First of all , let me explain the meaning of Sharia . It is the singular of Shara'i which is the path or road , it can also mean the path of a running water . Sharia means the rules and laws God has ordered us to follow . So there are many situations and rules in Sharia which are taken from the noble Quran and the authorized sayings of the prophet peace upon him . Now , you firstly ask about :
1 - The punishment of homosexuality
2 - Cutting the hand of the thief
3 - Beating of the wife in a certain situation
4 - You want details of what is applied with raping or adultery
I'm giving you an advice , choose one subject to discuss at a time so that there is no distraction or misunderstanding , OK ?

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Would Allah consider Islamic extremists to be a disgrace to Islam or would it be an act of honor?

It depends on the definition of an extremist . Generally , we see an extremist as someone who attacks the innocent and civilians defying God's saying
((Fight in the way of Allah those who fight you but do not transgress. Indeed. Allah does not like transgressors.))
And we can go through this in details if you choose to discuss this . But on the other hand , some people find the ones defending themselves as extremists although they work with God's saying
((And if you punish [an enemy, O believers], punish with an equivalent of that with which you were harmed. But if you are patient - it is better for those who are patient.))
And notice that Allah tells us to be patient if the situation allows it . And I would like you to see a confession of the real number of the extremists among Muslims
http://www.loonwatch.com/2010/01/terrorism-in-europe/

Funny how they say all terrorists are Muslims , don't you think :)

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What does the Quran say about non-believers, Atheists, and the spread of Islam?

It says
((There shall be no compulsion in [acceptance of] the religion. The right course has become clear from the wrong. So whoever disbelieves in Taghut and believes in Allah has grasped the most trustworthy handhold with no break in it. And Allah is Hearing and Knowing.))
But if you're asking about the law of apostasy , we can go through it in details if you choose to discuss it .

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The Christianity God is know at the "3-0 God" which is that God is all-knowing all-powerful and all-loving, does the Islamic God follow this 3-0 God?

First , I must tell you that we don't say that God almighty has a characteristic unless he mentions it in his noble book or he reveals it to his prophet peace upon him . In Islam , God has 99 Husna names ( I don't know how to translate it properly ) and from them we find out that God is merciful , holy , peace , creator , forgiving , knowing , fair , truth , powerful , avenger , and many others . Now , when it comes to the term of "All-loving" I don't think it makes sense ! Because God said he doesn't like those who transgress . Unless I didn't understand what it means correctly .
So , as I said , we'd like you to choose one subject at a time to discuss it .
God knows best

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:) nice to meet you in this form, i am truly grateful that you have shown me this site.
For the subject of sharia i want to talk about number 1 first which is about homosexuality. why is it wrong, what are course of actions for preforming homosexual acts.(any kind of act)

For the subject of non-believers and the spreading of Islam, in the Koran of 4:89 its says that "They wish you would disbelieve as they disbelieved so you would be alike. So do not take from among them allies until they emigrate for the cause of Allah . But if they turn away, then seize them and kill them wherever you find them and take not from among them any ally or helper." ( quran.com/4/89 ) is this the wrongly translated or is this wrongly understood? and what about 9:5 in the Koran "
And when the sacred months have passed, then kill the polytheists wherever you find them and capture them and besiege them and sit in wait for them at every place of ambush. But if they should repent, establish prayer, and give zakah, let them [go] on their way. Indeed, Allah is Forgiving and Merciful."( quran.com/9/5 )

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What does the Koran say about atheists? Would they be stoned to death or would they be forced to convert?

You're talking about atheists punishment in Islam
In this world, do not punish them

The Koran says

There shall be no compulsion in [acceptance of] the religion. The right course has become clear from the wrong. So whoever disbelieves in Taghut and believes in Allah has grasped the most trustworthy handhold with no break in it. And Allah is Hearing and Knowing. (256)


Day of Resurrection: God punish them

[Allah] will say, "Thus did Our signs come to you, and you forgot them; and thus will you this Day be forgotten."(126) And thus do We recompense he who transgressed and did not believe in the signs of his Lord. And the punishment of the Hereafter is more severe and more enduring. (127)

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By homosexuality i mean the love between two of the same-sex such as marriage and sexual intercourse. would sharia law allow this, if not what would be the punishment and what are you view and this matter (feel free not to answer this if you do not wish to answer)

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Here are my replys on your replys
On the subject of sharia's law i look at this as not religious acts but political standpoints. I strongly disagree with the severing of a hand when stealing, although it does set a STRONG example for the consequences of stealing i do not believe that a person should be incapacitated for the rest of his/her life because of stealing. For Example say that a wife in a village is deathly ill and doctor found a cure for her sickness, like many medications they are extremely cheap to make, but the doctor charges a ridiculous amount for the medication in which the husband could not afford. So the husband then goes into the pharmacy and steals the needed medication leaving behind all the money he has and a note that says that he will pay the rest overtime. the wife then takes the medication and is cured but the officials are seen at the property the cuts off the husbands hand even though we had good intentions for stealing and would sooner or later repay. i would see this as unjust.

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On the subjects on homosexuality if the Islamic God knows that a person is going to be a homosexual then why turn him into something that will be forbidden in which what person will be punished unimaginably, this is the view that homosexuality is not a choice. On the view that homosexuality is a choice why would God allow this person to chose the path of homosexuality?

This is wrong, man is responsible for his actions

Wrong to kill one of them, and said that God is the one who led me to that

God does not help to do evil and wrong

Satan and self responsible for any wrong act

The Koran says

O you who have believed, do not follow the footsteps of Satan. And whoever follows the footsteps of Satan - indeed, he enjoins immorality and wrongdoing.And if not for the favor of Allah upon you and His mercy, not one of you would have been pure, ever, but Allah purifies whom He wills, and Allah is Hearing and Knowing. (21)