Atrocities are committed as a result of sin and human wickedness, not because of religion or perceived superiority over another. Sin knows no bounds and is not barred from any one non-/religious group, racial mix, or political belief; it is the cancer of this world. Unfortunately, many are quick to condemn other groups who act out of sin, but are oblivious to the sin committed by their own group affiliation. That being said, don't judge an entire group based on the actions of a mislead individual who, though distorted, believes to be acting in the name of the group.
As sin is sin, there are just as many "bad apples" here as there are over there or anywhere for that matter. It just seems to me that their status quo is so much more harsh, severe, and uncompromising compared to our own culture.
Just my humble conviction.
