My concern is with the recent murders of two separate sets of sisters by their fathers. To add an even more disturbing element to the murders; both crimes seemed to stem from some form of religious practice or belief.
First, there is the story of the teenaged sisters who were murdered by their father because he supposedly did not like them dating boys or wearing western clothing. Since the family is Muslim, some experts say that the evidence points to an honor killing. The family has denied that the murders were not religious related but given the circumstances, they most likely were to a certain degree.
The second set of sisters who were murdered by their step father were only 8 and 10. The stepfather claimed that he had cast a spell that had gone awry when the police arrived at his burning home and found the sisters' bodies. This also seems to stem from some strange religious practice but the man also sounds like he needs mental help.
These are not the first and, unfortunately, not the last girls to suffer from religion based crimes committed in this country. The messages that theses fathers are sending not only condemns their religion in the public eye, but it also [sort of] sends a message to future generations that it is alright to murder in the name of religion and in order to preserve the family honor.
All the more reason to wonder if our generation will rise up and defeat the evils that have been created in this world; or will we continue killing in the name of religion? If it is the latter, I do not wish to live to see the day. Put me out of my misery, please.
It's unfortunate.. those events. Though i'm sure similar cases have accured times a many, and places spread wide.
ReplyDeleteBut i don't believe it's religion that's the problem, but misguided beleifs and wrong hearts.
There will always be religion between beleif and nonbeleif, both in retrospect are "religion".
But eather can't design a persons morals, or a persons understanding. Those are failers of a person, not of religion.
Though, i can't say some "religions" are pretty messed up, but i think they may have to do with their origians and the people that practice it, more than anything. :[ Crazy stupid people! *kicks them all*
People really do have a horrible habit of twisting things to fit their needs.
But i'm sure as the world changes, so will the people. Knowledge is growing, and so will peoples understandings. Yes, there will always be handfuls of idiots, but if guided correctly :] by a smarter world, i'm sure they'll keep out of trouble.
Look towards the future! *points towards the sun* Ominous, isn't it.
Dishonor killings are pre-Islamic and un-Islamic. They have more to do with culture than with faith.
ReplyDeleteEllen R. Sheeley, Author
"Reclaiming Honor in Jordan"