Well, it seems that while the Malaysian Christians could forgive, the Malaysian government could not. They went ahead and closed the Tamil-language paper, Makkal Osai, for publishing that picture of "HWSR" smoking and drinking (story here). The other huge irony is that the caption that accompanied the picture was, "if someone repents for his mistakes, then heaven awaits him".
I'm still quite upset at the missed opportunity for death and destruction. Forgiveness can be such a bother, really. "Turn the other cheek." "Bless those who curse you." "Forgive and you will be forgiven." SHEESH, how is anyone supposed to create large-scale violence and mayhem with those kind of guidelines? I mean without vengence, and putting one's injuries above the hurts of others those humans might actually promote unity! Shame. What a horrible example for the rest of the world. We shall have to redouble our efforts here in the states. There must be something we can get American Christians to needlessly protest. Now that Harry Potter is done, I'm afraid I'm at a loss. Well, there's always Dan Brown.
Brackish
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I agree that the outcome in Maylasia is a disappointment, however I wouldn't be too concerned about the American Christians. We have created a climate which causes most of them to feel embarrased about their faith and that may not be very entertaining but I suspect it is more effective in keeping things going OUR way.
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