The Mighty Organ Simulates the Voice of God

 Eric Utter at the American Thinker today has a post entitled Music, drink, dance, pork, and dogs - five outrages of Islamists. Now, I like dogs, having three of them myself. The others, except for one are things of the earth and this life. Alcohol is toxic in any amount, though small amounts may actually be good for you. Dance requires a partner. Pork is tasty, though unlike Mr. Utter, I don't think it is healthier than red meat. But, why Muslims hate pork is anybody's guess.

Music though is essential. I don't know, but from what I have read of the experiences of people who have had near death experiences, heaven has the most beautiful music ever composed playing for all eternity. And why not? Music is part of the evidence for the existence of God, and of His creation of the universe. Church services use a liturgy saturated in music and chants. The Psalms are intended to be chanted. And there is ample evidence in the Bible that Temple worship involved singers and a variety of instruments.

Certain instruments being meant for intimate settings and small gatherings are not typically used in churches. Instead, what is used is a mighty organ which can be loud but not ear-splitting, or quiet but rattles your bones. The organ simulates the voice of God.

Why would Muslims hate music? Because music fills God's heavenly kingdom, and the devil wants nothing to do with that kingdom. It is why hell is so far from God.