In human history, nations only prosper when they submit to a code of conduct. Karen Armstrong states that the Muslims commented on their barbaric ways, poor hygiene and the ill-treatment of women. The crusades (1099-1291) changed Europe forever with all that the Islamic world taught it. The western world took 900 years of social evolution to stand where they do today. They thrive socially and economically and hence rule the world.

Source: The Nation November 10, 2021 22:37 UTC