opportunistic "prophet"

Submitted by Jack Smith (United States), Jul 4, 2011 at 15:42

What also needs to be remembered is that this verse came about early in Mohammad's career when he was trying to convince his enemies not to persecute him and his people. The early Mohammad was a voice of moderation and tolerance. But once he gained power, his tune changed . . . just like his followers will do.

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