Why is Shariah considered by many who live under it to be a barbaric, authoritarian and cruel system?

Shariah is seen by many who live under it as an oppressive and violent political movement, much like communism and fascism, controlling through fear of barbaric and cruel punishments and death. • Shariah has been used as the basis for political leaders to retain control over Muslims and non-Muslims by forcing them to adhere to an oppressive Shariah “constitution” developed more than 1000 years ago. • More than ever before in history, Shariah “authorities”, schooled for many years in all aspects of political Shariah, have gained strength.

Shariah law authorities are empowered by petrodollars and share political powers with sovereign rulers who fear overthrow by Shariah radicals. More.

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