An atrocity committed by someone who purports to represent Islam is especially disturbing. The primary question that arises is whether such a barbaric act is justified in Islam. The answer is a resounding "no." Holy Quran in no way justifies murder; it unequivocally states, "Whosoever killed a person ... it shall be as if he had killed all mankind" (Holy Quran 5:32). Such acts of violence are condemned in the Quran and by the Prophet Muhammad time and time again * Do not force anyone to accept Islam: It is not part of Islam to force the non-Muslim to enter this religion, because sincerity is one of the conditions of accepting Islam. And Allah, may He be exalted, says (interpretation of the meaning): “There is no compulsion in religion” [Holy Quran,al-Baqarah 2:256]. Prophet Muhammad ( peace be upon him) is sent as Mercy to Mankind: Allah says (interpretation of the meaning): “And We have sent you (O Muhammad) not but as a mercy for the ‘Alameen (mankind, jinns an...