I think the MSM and pundits are missing the point. Obama was raised and educated in Muslim tradition including study of the Quran. In his late 20s, he converted to Christianity. However, I believe he is unable to relinquish his spiritual roots and it must be remembered that Saudi Arabia is the protector of the most holy Muslim sites, including Mecca, where all Muslim men are required to visit once in their lives. This deep belief could be the cause of the bow to the King of Saudi Arabia.