Muhammed, a question of Censorship?

But South Park did make one valid point: what constitutes a drawing of Muhammad?jalexbrown

[QUOTE="jalexbrown"]But South Park did make one valid point: what constitutes a drawing of Muhammad?ghoklebutter

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[QUOTE="jalexbrown"]But South Park did make one valid point: what constitutes a drawing of Muhammad?jalexbrown

[QUOTE="jalexbrown"][QUOTE="ghoklebutter"] Any depiction of Muhammad is forbidden. Even if you draw e.g. a teacup and say that it's Muhammad, it's considered offensive. The reason behind this is that depicting Muhammad in a drawing is a form of idolatry, and that Muhammad should be revered for his character, not his physical appearance.

ghoklebutter

[QUOTE="ghoklebutter"][QUOTE="jalexbrown"] That's totally illogical. I can draw a stick figure and call it Muhammad, Jesus, or Elvis and it's all the same. I could see what you were saying it it was within reason, but at that extreme it clearly isn't anymore.jalexbrown

Wasn't the South Park death threat a fake?

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[QUOTE="ghoklebutter"] Keep in mind that this prohibition only concerns Muslims. Non-Muslims don't have to respect it.Theokhoth

Wasn't the South Park death threat a fake?

[QUOTE="-Sun_Tzu-"]

[QUOTE="Disturbed123"]

Im not saying that. To people outside of Islam will feel Muhammad was just a normal person like anyone of us, but to muslims, he was alot more than just a person. He was a Prophet, and could say his way of life is a fundemental concept to how we should be islamically, hence why people are very disheartened and offended.

jimmyjammer69

When I lived in Saudi Arabia, I abided by the laws of the country despite condoning major hypocrisies and a rather different culture. We should be able to expect the same of Muslims living in the West i.e. we should be able to continue our way of living without being threatened or confined.

[QUOTE="btaylor2404"]I don't think it's ok. Islam strictly forbids images of the Prophet. It's one of their core beliefs/teachings. It's not an insane belief, or asking every human in the world to do something outlandish for Islam, just don't use his image. If the same were the case in Christianity all hell would have broken loose over here, and i venture to bet it would have never aired. Some things should be respected, even if you don't believe in it at all.htekemerald

[QUOTE="Atheists_Pwn"][QUOTE="Disturbed123"]

Err religion has ALOT of morality. Morality within religion HAS been reasoned in books and scriptures which reflected upon some of the best role models upon to this date. Religion is NOT destructive in any sense, and who are you to judge if its a counter productive way of life if people are HAPPY with their religious views? Your views are pointless as its their formal meaning of life. Religion has been hear for a VERY long time, and it aint going anywhere. Ive used my brain, im happy to be in a religion, you got a problem with it, then go cry me a river.

Disturbed123

Ah, the subjective approach. Gods existance can or cannot be proven, and just like you said, its based upon faith on religion. It can only be proven eschateologically but i will take my chances if I believe in a God. 9/11, Usama Bin Laden, Muslim by Name, not by Nature. FACT. Do your research. Subjecting muslims over a few incidents does not justify their actions. If you want REAL motivators that muslims look upto, then look at Malcom X, Nepoleon (Tupac), Sheikh Muhammad Al Yaqoubi. You think I, or any muslim take an inspiration to the bombing that has happened, even 9/11? Muslims died in 9/11 too you know. Wheres your brain at?

Religion does not deny logic. Did you know majority of science actually originated from religion and books? Do your research mate, you clearly living in a fairytail land.

[QUOTE="Atheists_Pwn"] Considering the Koran actually has a ton of verses (I dont know if thats what you call them) that justify jihad and all sorts of violent acts (just like the bible) its not beyond the bounds of reason to say Islam is war like, and given Islams track record, you have evidence to suggest it. Ive already explained how religion denies logic, you wont address it. You think bringing up the fact that PRIMITIVE science was considered okay by religion is proof of your claim? Thats honestly laughablealexside1

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[QUOTE="btaylor2404"]I don't think it's ok. Islam strictly forbids images of the Prophet. It's one of their core beliefs/teachings. It's not an insane belief, or asking every human in the world to do something outlandish for Islam, just don't use his image. If the same were the case in Christianity all hell would have broken loose over here, and i venture to bet it would have never aired. Some things should be respected, even if you don't believe in it at all.btaylor2404

The network chose to censor the episode...but not Matt and Trey. That's why people are upset. The people who actually made the show had their work censored against their wishes. -Sun_Tzu-

Boo-hoo.

When I create a topic here on Gamespot, it very well might get censored. Is that a horrible case of Gamespot infringing upon my right to free speech? Or does it merely mean that I should start posting elsewhere if I'm not willing to abide by the terms of use?

If Parker and Stone care that much about their free speech getting spoken without restrictions, then they are free to cease their relationship with Comedy Central. Nobody put a gun to their heads.

[QUOTE="-Sun_Tzu-"]The network chose to censor the episode...but not Matt and Trey. That's why people are upset. The people who actually made the show had their work censored against their wishes. MrGeezer

Boo-hoo.

When I create a topic here on Gamespot, it very well might get censored. Is that a horrible case of Gamespot infringing upon my right to free speech? Or does it merely mean that I should start posting elsewhere if I'm not willing to abide by the terms of use?

If Parker and Stone care that much about their free speech getting spoken without restrictions, then they are free to cease their relationship with Comedy Central. Nobody put a gun to their heads.

That picture is the most offensive thing i have ever seen. I hope they ban that picture and his name so i may never see or hear of that idiot for the rest of my life.

Videodogg