But it's not, "a religion based on martyrdom and surviving adversity".
That may be prominent in the history of those following it, especially in the early years, but that is definitely not the basis of Christianity.
You could might say it's been a theme, and even a tool, of many of the organizations calling themselves Christian.
The basis of being a Christian is, "Love thy neighbor as thy self".
I won't argue the horrendous deeds that have been perpetrated on humanity in Jesus name. But he had no part in that, nor do I for one moment believe he would approve. To be a Christian you must follow his edict, I quoted above.
