That's what they are supposed to do. By no means do all of them live "down" to that. Some can't "intend" at all, being below the age of reason. Some have an unorthodox interpretation; or see the more violent precepts in an analogical sense, as spiritual struggle; or simply don't conform to all the requirements of their religion.
Christians are supposed to love their enemies. It's in the New Testament. Similarly, most of us don't live "up" to that.