Another Black Eye for Islam

So much for freedom of religion for residents of Bulo Burto, Somalia. This was a small blurb in the New York Times today and here it is in its entirety:

Residents of Bulo Burto who do not pray five times a day will be beheaded, an Islamic courts official said. The edict, which takes effect on Saturday, also orders the closing of shops and tea houses in the town, 124 miles northeast of the capital, during prayer time. Violators “will definitely be beheaded according to Islamic law,” said Sheik Hussein Barre Rage, chairman of the town’s Islamic court.

So, you'll pray whether you like it or not. Empty meaningless prayers will help you keep your head on.