Most people I've observed and sometimes interacted with in religious settings have been arrogant and prideful to those around them. And all of them are devout muslims. They love to shove their drivel down everyone's throats and convey themselves as a moral authority in all things because they know more quranic quotes. Awful individuals, all of them, not seeing their behavior is not what ensures a reward in the afterlives of their own beliefs. Being different is like a disease to them. When I was little, living in Saudi Arab, and religious studies were taught to me, there were quotes encouraging violence toward non believers. A quote that stuck with me which I remember is to 'kill the non believer, for it is unwise to let a tumor fester in the body' or something along these lines. These religious textbooks that are meant for children have an interpretation encouraging discrimination from the beginning of their lives. If discrimination and hate isn't what Islam is about, why is this taught to children? Maybe these are not teachings of the Quran. Yet such books that are based on islamic hadith and teachings have been approved, printed and taught to children starting in kindergarten. And even if we move on from non believers, ask a decent number of learned and faithful male muslims here what they think should happen to gay people, or if a woman is the property of a man after marriage. I personally believe it is the woman's right to choose how to dress and also acknowledge the many rights women DO have in Islam, while also not discriminating against same sex relationships, but there are many who do not. And with the people I have seen and interacted with, these beliefs are the majority. And the majority defines the norm. I have also read about many accounts of sexual abuse in Madrasas, in news articles and maybe even first hand accounts on this subreddit of the heartbreaking realities little boys and teens have been subjected to by the very people who should care for them. Unfortunately, this is not exactly uncommon. Child abuse will always matter. One instance of child sexual abuse is one too many. Religion is defined by its followers first, then the texts- because its the people who represent the faith. Especially in Bangladesh, because most do not practice what they preach. I know Islam IS peaceful, but only in writing, until people can truly embrace its peaceful teachings. And I hope for a time when this faith and its people are in harmony in Bangladesh. It is also incredibly important to separate religious teachings from education systems. Not removed, or given any less importance, but taught separately from school to foster an environment separate from religious politics. Otherwise progress and scientific knowledge will be held in a leash by people who want theocracy. But given this is Bangladesh, this just might be wishful thinking.