This kid sounds easily led by hype. It is quite possible that he had conflicts with his family.
I don’t know the official name for it but some young people suffer from an emotional problem that shows itself through seeking to shock others. That choice was a shocking choice. I don’t know if it is rebellion or a need for attention or something else. But I have seen it a few times before. i am not saying that is absolutely the situation here. But it sure sounds like a possibility.
What kind of man is this? The little shit needs to grow up and quit wanting to slice someone’s throat.
I think people ignore the real reasons. Many people convert because they see Jews and Christians don’t believe in their faith and Muslims do.
Conflicts? Mah pit’om? Just because he expects them to pay him jiziyah? He’ll tolerate them as people of the Book after that. What kind of problems? Are they—Gasp! Organ music!—Zionists?!