Is war about religion

Answer 1

A:

Religion is one of the most common reasons for war, but not always. Sometimes war is the at least partly result of greed or human desparation, and even something as simple as a misunderstanding.

Answer 2

Many wars are fueled by religion. Currently (Nov 2014) Boko Harum in Nigeria, al-Shabab in Kenya, and ISIS/ISIL in Iraq and Syria are all local Islamic extremist groups warring on locals who do not share their view of Extreme Fundamentalist Islam. In addition, 9/11 was an extremist Muslim attack on the United States, as was the London Subway bombing, the Madrid railway bombings, and the Bali nightclub massacre.

However Christianity also warred on Muslims launching 12 Crusades into the Middle East / Holy Land from 1095 - 1291, and the Spanish warred on Jews, Muslims and other non-believers during the Inquisition (1478-1691).

Answer 3

Many wars are fueled by religion. Currently (Nov 2014) Boko Harum in Nigeria, al-Shabab in Kenya, and ISIS/ISIL in Iraq and Syria are all local Islamic extremist groups warring on locals who do not share their view of Extreme Fundamentalist Islam. In addition, 9/11 was an extremist Muslim attack on the United States, as was the London Subway bombing, the Madrid railway bombings, and the Bali nightclub massacre.

However Christianity also warred on Muslims, launching 12 Crusades into the Middle East / Holy Land from 1095 - 1291, while the Spanish and Portuguese warred on Jews, Muslims and other non-believers during the Inquisition (1478-1691).

Answer 4

I honestly believe most wars are fueled by religion or racial hatred. -I have lived in many parts of the world and seen extremist opinions leading to complete intolerance of other people's attitudes and beliefs.
The current strife in Afghanistan and Iraq is a typical case where extremist schisms are determined to slaughter others for their belief in other deities than Allah. The Taliban and ISIS are among the worst, -killing their own people for not adhering strictly to ultra right beliefs.
Yet I have known and befriended many moderate and kind Muslim people who deplore the actions of these extreme factions.

Answer 5

Sadly yes

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Have to disagree. While many have been, not ALL are linked to religion.