Well it took us and the rest of the Western Hemisphere quite a bit of time and a hard road but through Judeo-Christian teachings, and a respect for the rule a law our democracy has finally reached a maturity and understanding of individual rights, etc. I do agree with those posters who remind us that it is a waste of time going back in history to address the OP's fundamental question. The question is relevant for only today.
The problem with the Arab world is that their still tribal and such will never be united. Compare this to the United States wherein despite racial/ethnic divides citizens unite for the common good. This is the essential issue with immigration wherein assimilation to the American experience and thinking is necessary to protect the common good. This is why it is tragic that some ethic-American are radicalized to go against their country (American terrorist)
I do not deal in absolutes. so while some members of the Islamic faith declare jihad not all do. and this will continue because of the tribal nature of these countries. Tribes cannot be governed their personal perspective as to their religion and the nature their tribal customs will continue to dictate their course of events.
So I believe the only effective way of dealing with Islam violence is to find ways to united these societies in democratic practice. Until then keep your weapons loaded.
Sharia Law can gain power here in America. all one has to do is look at the fact that Wiccan church is the 7th largest in the world.
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