I much prefer the number 3 map

One of the problems with Islam, is that historically it has been expressed through a theocracy. Theocratic states are dangerous things.
The West by contrast, even at the height of papal influence has kept clear of that problem. Anyone disagree

Is someone here suggesting that historically, musliim culture was NOT based on a theocracy??

Ancient, medieval, American Civil War. Still maintain interest in all three after majoring in history at Tulane probably before you were born. Graduated at top of class in '74 only to enter real world to make money and support the family. No regrets but interest is still there