Muhammad and the 1st Amendment

It is bad 1984 has gone. Where is "Big Brother"?

Fahrenheit 451

Mein Kampf

Necronomicon

Communist Manifesto

Its just a show bro, dont be offended by it.
Thats the reason why Issac Hays quit the show, Because of the Scientology ep.
And on topic.
People should not be offended by words. If they are not threatening and if they mean no harm I see no problem with it.
If say They were going to kill Muhammad Yeah, crossing the line. But it meant no harm done.

If Trey and Matt died I would be sad.

Interesting issue. On the one hand, if the issue is of idolatry or respect, why don't they just not watch it? It's like a comedian getting a complaint over a disability joke, and then the media phoning disabled people to relay it and gauge a reaction. Ok, maybe they're worried that it might be one step in dulling the seriousness and importance of Muhammed in Muslims' lives, particularly the 'young and impressionable', but then why don't the clerics just put out a clear message that people might find it offensive and thus ought to be mindful of the context in which it was made? I can only guess that the Sunni/Shi'a rivalry is such that any stand which isn't the opposite of that of the other side would look to be pandering to their views...

On the other hand, does any other religion that South Park has lampooned have such a historical, internal conflict over depictions of a figure as Islam? The Sunni and Shi'a divisions have fought over shit like this. You have a statuette of Muhammed in the Supreme Court building as an influential historical figure - some laud it as a respectful depiction, others fear, having been created by non-Muslims and in such a context, that proper respect might not have been or be given and that in being somewhat glamourous it promotes idolatry.

Christianity, as an example, has had so many divisions gain popularity that the Bible has a thousand different interpretations, and even many different versions; there have also been so many scandals and things done in the name of Christianity (Crusades) that a bit of satire if anything strengthens their position - South Park essentially mocks the differences in opinion by accentuating the more oddball, interpretive aspects of the faith to ridiculous levels; you end up with most Christians laughing it off as a parody of their faith (which in being a parody reflects their temperance) much like the cults and more conservative divisions, so that when those protest, the majority shout them down.

Matt Stone and Trey Parker looked to break down a centuries-old barrier with two episodes, and people are surprised that they failed?

Well, it is just a matter of belief....
Though I have problems with having to be forced hearing the islamic prayer in a very loud volume everyday.
But, I tried to respect them by using a headset and not complaining....
Though you can say that in a certain day it can be annoying...
Cause they scream it through loudspeaker at midnight
So, Did I have any right to complain?
No, of course....
So, I think a true freedom can`t be gained at least for me in the east....

And in related news that episode wasn't shown here due to the number of threats that the channel had received and they didn't want to put their employees in danger, 1-0 to the muslim terrorists vs freedom of speech.

Not surprised, more like outraged (lol)

In recent news, regarding the New York Times Square, after reading two newspaper articles, I found out that the car-bomb was parked near Viacom, which controls South Park. Heh.

http://scaredmonkeys.com/2010/05/02/nyc-times-square-bomb-scare-suv-found-full-of-explosives-propane-and-timing-device/

That was probably coincidence rather than intent

No. Not at all. Of all the places in Times Square, it had to be right around Viacom. And what had happened regarding South Park recently, the chances of this being a coincidence are very low.

Even I'm skeptical that this was some sort of revenge against South Park. The bomb was crude, even for Islamic Terrorists. Plus, Times Square is one of the most iconic places in New york. All I can really say is, it's too soon to make a judgment. After Flaser enlightened me to the Fort Hood event I've learned to reserve my judgment until all the facts come to light.

yep...so true~

I think the death threats are stupid(in both the south park case and the cartoon case). Seriously, if your making death threats over cartoons and tv shows, then your're taking your religion too far. If you want to be part of the modern world, people have a right to criticize you, and satire is a form of criticism. The whole point of the South park episode was that islam gets special treament.

I have nothing against muslims , but religious fundamentalists bother me

South Park is funny. But then again its retarded. If you mocked my religion I'd probably break your leg.

They probably would have killed more foreigners than Americans if that bomb had detonated. Seriously, only tourists visit Times Square.



I think it's high time many Muslims (and you I suppose) learned that that's not "how we do it" in a civilized society.

It also depends on how its mocked. If its gibberish and some rude remarks then that would qualify me giving that person the finger. But thats how americans are. They do what they want because they think they own the world. Such disrespect these people show.

Just because some americans might have offended some fag (you) across the world, they presume to own the world?

Such ignorant assumptions you make.

sorry everyone i ask permission to join hopefully we can all find a bright spot of this problem ^ ^

every religion must teach kindness of fellow humans on this earth, from among the Muslim Jewish Buddhist Catholic Christian would not want what's best for all of us and for maintaining life balance.

What if in every trust to distinguish skin color, face shape, languages and cultures if god just listen to the beautiful people or rich people? of course not.

therefore it already when we open our eyes, the man himself was always more concerned with the background or who it was but it makes no difference between bad people and good people, whether those who embraced Islam wrong because their religion Islam?? was just a coincidence Just happened to religion of Islam.

if in my view we should not make decisions that hurt her a lot of people.


ps: do not be stupid to laugh at people around us when we're on around us laugh by>. <


greetings friendship =)