How awesome that I get to start out my blog in agreement with the White House! Here's a link to the current headline here.
I think that the burning of the Qu'ran, or any religion's holy scripture is disrespectful, close-minded, and immature. The pastor probably thinks that he is sending a strong message about Islam, but in effect he is mostly telling the world what kind of man he is (and it's not a very positive description). If you disagree with Islam, that's fine. But you need to respect what people hold sacred and you need to think beyond yourself. People all over the world, including in America, could be put in harms way if terrorists decided to react to this. Not to mention it hurts our diplomatic efforts for peace. Our soldiers who already put themselves at risk every day for us will be in even more danger.
Instead of burning a book, go out in the world and do some good. Be kind to someone. Donate your time to a good cause. Spend some quality time with your family. Make the world a better place, not a more divisive one. Live up to the best of your religion or value system- inspire others to do the same. Make a real stand; not an attention- getting ploy.
I honestly can't believe any Christian leader would consider this type of action. Not only is it repulsive and indescribably intolerant it's also un-Christlike. If a person were to burn a cross on Easter we'd call it a hate crime. This is no less a hate crime. There is something to be said for being respectful of religious symbols whether they be your own or not. Furthermore, this religious leader is showing his own ignorance as there are many faithful, religious, good people who follow the teachings outlined in the Qu'ran. History is full of religious bigots and this man- if he follows through with this horrendous plan- is sure to be added to them. Absolutely disgraceful for any person to participate in- let alone a religious leader.
ReplyDeleteI just had to come back and see if you had heard that the local law enforcement sent the church the bill for the extra security they had to have patrol for this preacher's stunt and hear your opinions. I can send you the news link if you'd like.
ReplyDeleteI didn't get notified that there were comments so I JUST found them! Thanks gals!
ReplyDeleteManda- I didn't hear about the bill, I think that is more than appropriate.