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The Rape of Goa - A photo documentary by Rajan P. Parrikar Venue: Menezes Braganza Art Gallery, Panjim, May 21-24, 2008 http://www.parrikar.org/misc/doc-notice.pdf --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Selma wrote: I was merely drawing a parallel between growing religious intolerance, supersition, belief in miracles, self-appointed custodians of cultural values and morality, dismissal of scientific fact in lieu of irrational concepts, and the atmosphere that persisted during the Inquisition.Charismatic movements are taking Catholic Goans in this direction. Comment: I am appalled at the comparison Selma makes of the Charismatic movement with the HJS. Can she cite any examples or instances where the charismatic movement has incited hatred or violence or intolerance against other communities? From what I know of the charismatic movement is that they follow the bible very closely and have strong faith in the Holy Spirit. However, never have I heard a single word nor statement from the Charismatic movement inciting hatred or violence or curbing the freedom of anyone. We may not all agree with what they believe or follow but to brand them as extremist organisations like the HJS is not only unfair but also unacceptable. It can create a wrong impression in the minds of those who do not know the movement and cause illwill which I am sure is not Selma's intention. Regards Marshall Mendonza