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Manuel II Paleologus pt 2

  1. Brian Tubbs

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1.   Oct 20, 2006 8:04 PM

» Feature Writer Brian Tubbs - Islam

In response to Christianity, Islam, Violence posted by thesnowleopard:


Finally, your argument about Islam is just silly. For it to work, Muslims would have always had to prosecute war in the name of Allah, never for greed, power, etc. Obviously, they have fought for gold, land and power just like any one else.

I'll rephrase. Muslim violence TODAY is mostly about religion. Historically, Islamic nations have fought for a multitude of reasons. I agree.

I stand by my point that Mohammed (or Muhammad - whatever the correct sp) laid the foundation of Islam with the sword. His evangelism was one of violence. That is a historical fact, and it contrasts significantly with Christianity's origins.

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