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Is it wrong to criticize someone's religion?

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Josephus- You don't need to enforce it on others- such as Foxy would- take care mate.
Posted by Canem Malum, Sunday, 20 June 2021 1:25:39 PM
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Josephus,

The criticism of religious beliefs should never
be construed as forcing one's beliefs of others
or as illegal hate speech unless we give up our
most fundamental human rights - freedom of conscience
(which includes freedom from religion) and freedom
of speech.

There's no such thing as freedom from religious
offense. If you live in the West, you should
accept that your religious views are not
sacrosant to those who do not share your faith.
Posted by Foxy, Sunday, 20 June 2021 2:10:41 PM
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The only society that works is one of sacrifices self in the service to others - as taught by Jesus. That society will not abuse the other but will lovingly serve. They will not wish damage or failure on another but good fortune, forgiveness and reconciliation. That principle works from family to Nation. Our entertainment media promotes violence, and crime as normal behaviors, rather than productive and loving relationships. Unless there the hero is a villain their story has no appeal. We need character stories of people who make a difference for good. Religion is about development and discipline of character in service. It will be about the thoughts we are in private, the thoughts we have of others how we can better their lives.

We currently have the "Me, Me" generation. No longer the worship of the Holy and highest and the unconditional care for the other. It appears Foxy accepts family failures and religious failures are OK with her.
Posted by Josephus, Sunday, 20 June 2021 2:28:41 PM
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cont'd ...

To try to prevent criticism of religion or
religious offense is virtually impossible as
I've stated previously. Ironically, it only
serves to unleash greater intolerance and
discrimination against those who have created
the offense. The recent shootings in mosques,
and other places of worship, the recent deaths,
the damaged embassies, the storming of Capital buildings,
the burning of flags, are ample evidence of that.
Posted by Foxy, Sunday, 20 June 2021 2:30:41 PM
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Criticism of a religion can be restricted to what is believed but
what is the situation when "God" reuires certain actions that other
people consider a crime;
From the Koran;

Kill the Jews and the Christians if they do not convert to Islam or refuse to pay Jizya tax. (9:29)

Maim and crucify the infidels if they criticise Islam. (5:33)

Terrorise and behead those who believe in scriptures other than the Koran. (8:12)

Make war on the infidels living in your neighbourhood. (9:123)

Just a quick selection. There are dozens more especially about Jews.
Also there are verses that justify the rape of infidel women as used
by the Rotherham rape gang in the UK.

Do you think that a religion that promotes these beliefs deserves criticism ?
In the UK you can be imprisoned for criticising Islam. Moslems want
the same laws here, it is called Islamophobia.
Just remember this is not about ancient practices, it is current
practice in many countries.
It has been practiced in Australia and used to justify acts that
ended in imprisonment in the Goulburn Super Mosque.
Posted by Bazz, Sunday, 20 June 2021 2:40:48 PM
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Bazz, you only have to evaluate the behaviors and motives of the author to realize he does not speak for God and the best for society. A religion based in fear, self indulgence and rituals does not bring out the best in humanity.
Posted by Josephus, Sunday, 20 June 2021 2:52:13 PM
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