After graduating from university and started working, I rediscovered the joys of reading. It became my new hobbie & source of pleasure (although my english still sucks) I don't have a TV so I read instead. Last week-end I decided to read the Coran because I couldn't believe that Islam could be interpreted by muslims as a radicular and non-tolerant religion, like we see it in Pakistan, Afghanistan, Saudi Arabia, Iran and all over the arab world. So I read a translated version of the Coran. It took me an afternoon (4- 5 hours). I was proud of myself because I always wanted to read the Coran, however every time I pick up an original arabic Coran, I understand half the words and I end up missing most of it. So I read an english translation. I was fascinated by it. Most of the time, the Coran calls upon muslims to respect each other, respect others, Give the poor, Give the orphans their due, Not lie & not kill. These outnumbered far more the amount of time it calls on muslims to pray. It called on people to fear God and the judgement day... and that all their actions (i.e. lies, misbehaviors, etc.) will be brought to them in the end. I wonder how many muslims read and understand the Coran. It is truly a miracle. I encourage every one of you to read it. If you don't speak arabic, or if your arabic is like mine, get an english version and read it.