Quote:I don't object to the idea that the Koran is filled with violence, or that Mohammed said and did things that would be utterly unacceptable in our society, or even most societies.So, compare Mohammad to Jesus. Which provides a better role model for modern society? That is my only point in comparing the two religious figures. One was peaceful, and even when standing up to corrupt Jewish Sanhedrin and Roman occupation remained peacefully resistant. He was the MLK of his place and time. You aren't going to wave your wand and turn the world into Atheists, so who will you tolerate? None?
Quote:Well, as an ex-Catholic who has become critical of Christianity after he was educated, I highly recommend you Why I Am Not a Christian from Bertrand Russell.This isn't about me. This is about American society. For you then, I would recommend Mere Christianity by C.S. Lewis. or The Language of God: A Scientist Presents Evidence for Belief by Francis S. Collins, M.D., Ph.D. the current Director of the National Institutes of Health appointed by Pres. Obama last July.