That is very questionable history, based on a careful selection of references taken out of context. The best example that I can mention is the Maimonides quote which, as far as I can tell, is referring to the Almohades dynasty who conquered Spain then forced the Jewish residents to either convert or leave (they later relented and welcomed the Jews back). It certainly isn't referring to Saladin.
What's more, in Maimonides' works there are numerous positive mentions of Islam and the similarity between the religion and philosophy of both Islam and Judaism.
All of which doesn't change my point. Yes, I agree the Muslim leaders did terrible things. All I'm saying is that that doesn't justify the actions of the crusaders.
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Spending as long as I do here, it's easy to forget that Oddworld has actual fans.
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