is a valid comment/criticism to another. And while every country, religion and group has its extremists, let's be frank: the Muslim masses haven't really done much to show themselves as being very open to or tolerant of criticism of their faith. Even when the criticism comes from those inside the community of Islam, the response is usually either dismissive or threatening ; rarely is it thoughtful and considerate.

As has been said time and time again, just because YOUR religion forbids criticism of your prophets or artistic depictions of them, doesn't mean that those who don't subscribe to your religion must follow suit.

Of course, one hopes that people everywhere will behave decently and not use emotionally charged words to incite others on touchy and controversial topics, but that's not something you can mandate.

You can't control the behavior and actions of others; all you can do is control you reaction to them.

"Most plain girls are virtuous because of the scarcity of opportunity to be otherwise."
-- Maya Angelou