10 Aug '14 12:06>3 edits
Originally posted by FMFMy point here is that the Christian religion was not a statist tool for about 300 years, until Constantine came on the scene.
But if Islam has also also spread non-violently and without war in many places, how can you claim "Islam has [b]only known violence and war"?[/b]
Conversely, Muhammad from day one used his religion for conquest and power. In fact, after the battle of Medina Muhammad had around 800 men beheaded.
Make no mistake, the statist will use anything at their disposal to obtain power and to kill to do it. This includes a religion which was started by those who did not seek such power, and who gave up their very lives for their beliefs.
Jesus attempted to civilize religion. Instead of stoning people, he advocated forgiveness. Instead of selfish ambition, he advocated humility and self sacrifice. Of course, then along comes Muhammad who tried to reverse coarse. He was nothing but a simpleton, pedophile, power hungry warlord who talked to angels for advice.
Ironically, many would lop off my head for saying such a thing, all because of their devotion to such a figure, even though they dare not argue the facts because it is right their in their hadith.