Opinion of Muhammad

[afleitch]

This thread is an example of why I hardly post here now.

[afleitch]

The reaction to this thread is predictable, but if Jesus and Buddha are fair game for this kind of stuff, I don't see what makes Muhammad so special.

The thread about Jesus was much more productive, as I recall.

That's because debate was marshalled in such a way by his supporters.

[afleitch]

And the massacre of the Jews of Medina.

I'm assuming you would be equally as concerned with the massacre of the Amelekites and Midianites.

[afleitch]

I agree with your sentiments. I am also 100% in favour of being able to take a negative stance on a religious figure and not cow to those who consider it to be blasphemous. Blasphemy is a great expression of personal freedom. What annoys me is that there are certain figures who are 'fairer game' than others given the make-up of this board. Some figures must be 'respected' or 'seen in context' at all times. Others such as Mohammed are fair game. At least, it is to be said, someone has actually brought him up after all this time.

Now I think everyone is fair game of course but there has been no attempt at any genuine and forthright appraisal of Mohammed either in the positive or negative. Instead we have a poll that is shepherding people towards a particular answer. That's why people find this uncomfortable.