That's a nice way of saying... let's avoid these "inconvenient" issues. FN
On Sat, 13 Jul 2002, J. Almeida wrote: > Fred Noronha writes: > > "begin by criticising > the wrongs in the religion we ourselves belong to" > -------------------------------- > > I agree. I'd include not just the great religions, but > all metaphysical views of the universe (Freethinkers > etc.) and social groupings (middle class, dalits etc.) > and political parties (Left/Right etc.) > > But let's make sure we still belong before we embark > on this supposed self-criticism. Also, let's make sure > we do not stoke hatred through careless public > pronouncements. > > In these days when Muslims feel unsafe in Gujarat and > elsewhere, it does not seem desirable for nominal > Muslims (or ex-Muslims) to be assisting Muslim-haters > through public criticism of Islam. Similarly with > nominal or ex-Christians and nominal or ex-Hindus > (given the situation in Pakistan and elsewhere). > > Words can inflame, even unintentionally. Let's be a > positive force, not destroyers. Perhaps let those who > are without fault lead the reform process (cast the > first stone, even). > > Regards, > > Joel Almeida > > PS Gunmen dressed as Hindu holy men slaughtered > innocent people in Kashmir. Wolves often seek > religious disguise. =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-W-E-B---S-I-T-E-=-=-= To Subscribe/Unsubscribe from GoaNet | http://www.goacom.com/goanet =================================================================== For (un)subscribing or for help, Contact: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Dont want so many e=mails? Join GoaNet-Digest instead ! =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Help support non-commercial projects in Goa by advertizing!! * * * * Your ad here !!
