UU’s were behind the “Dude, you have no Koran,” gig. See:
While this UU group is working with many other faith groups, it is also countering another faith group. Is this, then, an interfaith action?
Frank
Advertisement
September 18, 2010
INTERFAITH Or interfaith
Posted by nonlinearhistorynut under creative worship, Interfaith, Islam, media, Popular Culture, Post-Modern Religion, video1 Comment
September 18, 2010 at 5:14 pm
You pose a savory question! In and of itself, opposition to particular positions or actions does not negate the spirit of inter-faith dialogue. At times, we need to hold one another accountable for our behaviors.
The attempt at burning the Quran by a non-Muslim was clearly intended as an act of violence against another religious group. Acts of inter-faith (IF) violence are in direct conflict with the principles of inter-faith dialogue. Removing the Quran from harm’s way without threatening the safety nor the integrity of instigator’s religion is a responsible critique of the instigator’s efforts.
I would hope that attempts be made by the local IF group to include the instigator in future conversations and that the IF community not demonize him for his heretical views.