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MineralMan

(146,241 posts)

1. Once again, an interpretation of religious scripture leads to misery and death

Reply to Lordquinton (Original post)

Wed Apr 3, 2019, 04:40 PM

Apr 2019

for some. This unconscionable law is driven by religious bigotry. Once again, religion is not necessarily a beneficial thing for society. All too often, it is just the opposite.

And for those who say this is not based on religion, I suggest more research. Here's a good place to start:

https://sourcebooks.fordham.edu/pwh/quran-homo.asp

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Brunei laws punishing LGBT people with whipping, stoning 'to be implemented next week' [View all] Lordquinton Apr 2019 OP

Once again, an interpretation of religious scripture leads to misery and death MineralMan Apr 2019 #1

Thanks. I get put aside when I see all of this hatred and bigotry out there in full gear... SWBTATTReg Apr 2019 #4

Chinese atheists prove religion is not to blame Major Nikon Apr 2019 #2

I thought about putting it in the OP, Lordquinton Apr 2019 #3