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One could argue that evo-christians in the UK or fundies in the US are just as hateful, you know. But one could also argue that they are not true christians as they use a particular interpretation of the bible to justify their hatred against several groups.
But in light of this second argument, couldn't you argue that the people stirring up hatred in the islamic community are going against the teachings of islam as well?
You'll find that all religions and creeds have some areas of ambiguity in their dogma, and you'll unfortunately always have nutters who use those to justify and amplify their hatred, spreading it to the weak of mind and heart. But surely one should judge those who manipulate the scriptures to cause hatred, rather than the scriptures themselves?
In the end, all that you have is poetically vague books that talk of love, teleology, and matters of life and death. You have those who ignore what their guiding nature to cause destruction, and garner the most media attention, and you have those who use them to lead good lives and love their neighbours.
I find it much more honest to disaprove of the people rather than the books.