Live by the sword, die by the sword. If the American and European people would turn towards the Almighty in prayer, fasting, and charity, then there would be no need for violence. He would send his angels to avert war and bloodshed. Sackcloth and ashes, just like in the days of Jonah.

Prayer is far more powerful than violence. You win a war by winning hearts and minds without ever having to resort to violence - Art of War, Sun Tzu. Never underestimate the Almighty and what He can do. Only He can solve these problems, not us.

Violence only begets more violence. It has a ricochet effect. And yes, this thread is despicable for those advocating violence. Self-defense and protecting yourself securely is one thing, but it is a whole other matter - a despicable matter - to even talk about resorting to violence against others, with displays of machine guns and the like. It's dangerous, unnecessary, and cowardly.

Real men pray and take cover under the wings of the Almighty. They don't need to resort to violence to defend themselves.