[AnotherUnixGeek]

Similarly, I would not presume to say that all billion or so Muslims on the planet are rigid jihadist fundamentalists.

Neither would I. However, Islam seems to mandate a strict literal reading of the Koran, which Christianity and Judaism seem to have moved beyond.

[pollyannaish]

which Christianity and Judaism seem to have moved beyond.

Which would suggest that post-struggle, other religions could also do so. Or at least it's worth a shot. What other choice do we have?