[kabar]

Agree. Longley has nailed it. Having lived in three Islamic countries for a total of nine years and traveled to numerous others, many in the West don't understand Islam in terms of its relationship to society as a whole. You can't separate the two. Even in the most liberal Islamic societies, tolerance of other religions and viewpoints that run counter to Islam is marginal at best. Although it may not be politcal correct, I view Islam more as a cult than a religion in the Judeo-Christian mold. Perhaps there will be a Reformation-like change some day to bring Islam into the modern world, but I wouldn't hold my breath.

[Travis McGee]

I view Islam more as a cult than a religion in the Judeo-Christian mold. Perhaps there will be a Reformation-like change some day to bring Islam into the modern world, but I wouldn't hold my breath.

We're going to find out, sooner or later,

If Abdul will pray, to a smoking crater.

[Cuttnhorse]

...many in the West don't understand Islam in terms of its relationship to society as a whole. You can't separate the two. Even in the most liberal Islamic societies, tolerance of other religions and viewpoints that run counter to Islam is marginal at best.

Very well said.