Look - NEVER in this thread have I even implied that the various religious texts weren't used as an excuse for abomination; I simply believe that people can twist ANYTHING in order to rationalize thier own behaviour. I amn not immune (or superior *grin*) to this, you are not, atheists are not, muslims are not, followers of the Tao are not.
I believe that both the desire to avoid personal responsibility and rationalization are both at the root of human evil.
Not religion - especially not a particular type of religion.
Not even general ideology.
The flaw is in all of us.
And I say loudly, AMEN! ;)
(interpretation, I agree completely)
Nightowl >8#