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Hindus consider it a sin against the gods to hurt anyone, whether human or animal.
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“Sacrifice is the most important part of ceremonial worship, and no god can be consulted without it, the value of the offering varying with the importance of the occasion. Besides the offerings thus made for special purposes, or on special occasions, persons who are the followers of a god-that is, those who wear his distinguishing badge and are believed to be under his protection- make, as a rule, daily offerings of small value, such as a few cowries, or a little maize-flour, palm-oil, or palm-wine.”
As has already been mentioned, each god has certain animals which it is proper to sacrifice to him; to use the phraseology of the Old Testament, every god has his "clean" and his "unclean" animals. Some sacrifices are "unclean" to all the gods, as the turkey-buzzard (gunu-gunu), the vulture (akala), and the grey parrot (ofe). As the two former devour offal and carrion, and are, in fact, scavengers, we can see a reason for considering them unclean; but why the grey parrot should also be so considered is not evident. The natives endeavour to account for the "uncleanliness" of these birds by two popular sayings, which run as follows:--
"The turkey-buzzard was required to offer sacrifice, but he refused to do so; the vulture was required to offer sacrifice, but he also refused. When the pigeon was required to offer sacrifice, he did so."
"The grey parrot being required to offer sacrifice, refused to offer it; but the green parrot took the sacrifice and offered it. After all, the grey parrot is a citizen of Oyo (the capital of Yoruba) and the green parrot an inhabitant of the country, and yet people thought that the grey parrot was not wise."
As the turkey-buzzard, vulture, and grey parrot refused to offer sacrifice, they became "unclean," while the pigeon and the green parrot, which offered it, remained "clean." The latter part of the second saying appears to be ironical, for the grey parrot, in consequence of its uncleanliness, is never offered up, while the green parrot is sacrificed.
A.B. Ellis (1894)
These quotes are from a text called The Yoruba Speaking Peoples, written by A.B. Ellis, an African historian, interested in providing information on religious and spiritual beliefs of the Yoruba people, the native followers of Santeria. While Santeria may not follow a specific book or bible, it is founded on rituals and ceremonies that have been passed down by word of mouth. In this book, Ellis explains how protected a follower of the Santeria religion would be if they made sacrifices daily with certain animals being specific for gaining favor to certain gods.
F i n a l T h o u g h t s
Hinduism and Santeria are both complex and mysterious religions. Animals are essential and extremely important to their religion, but they value animals, but in very different ways. Where Hinduism worships animals to the point where of such holiness that followers are banned from killing them, the followers of Santeria use animals as sacrifices to their gods, who they believe wouldn’t survive or help them without these sacrifices.

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In this post Judaism and Hinduism will be discussed.
Question/Inquiry
and killing?
Quotes from Religious Texts & Analysis
Judaism and Civilian Casualties
The second quote clearly shows the civilian casualties. If in their religion it states that civilians are not to be killed, then why have over one thousand perished. In the Geneva Conventions, it is stated that the killing of civilians, especially women, and children, is a large violation.
Sikhism and War
exacting revenge.
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This quote shows the West.
"The Sikh teaching, “When all else fails, only then raise your sword,” no longer applies to defending the defenseless. It is an excuse to use violence to settle the score."
and wars.
Sources:
http://www.warriorsreligion.com/faq
http://biblehub.com/deuteronomy/20-16.htm
http://www.washingtonpost.com/world/middle_east/the-un-says-7-in-10-palestinians-killed-in-gaza-were-civilians-israel-disagrees/2014/08/29/44edc598-2faa-11e4-9b98-848790384093_story.html

In many religions, war is often discussed. Recently, there has been tension and war in Israel, as well as Afghanistan. There has been news concerning Hamas (Israel) and ISIS (Middle-East). The opposing sides to these extremist groups are primarily Jewish and Christian. Although not mentioned as frequently as others, Hinduism is a religion in which peace is strongly shown. is In this post, quotes from both religious texts are explained and then compared to situations happening in modern day, and their contradictions.
Religions
be discussed.
Question/Inquiry
Why have there been civilian casualties in recent conflicts, even when the attacker’s religion prohibits the killing of innocents?What do different religions speak about war, and killing?
Quotes from Religious Texts & Analysis
Judaism and Civilian Casualties
This quote specifically states that even if the Torah commands war, the soldiers are not to strike innocent civilians, and non-combatants. This quote also says that they are only to kill in self defense, and for Conquest and Victory. Although the Jews have succeeded in capturing Palestine from their original inhabitants, they continue to kill and maim innocent civilians with no large cause. Israel's new Iron Dome rocket defense system has been protecting their civilians from Hamas' rockets with a 95 percent protection rate. The rockets that have indeed, landed in Israel have not done significant damage. Out of 4005 rockets launched, 8 Israelis were killed, and 60 were injured.
The second quote clearly shows the civilian casualties. If in their religion it states that civilians are not to be killed, then why have over one thousand perished. In the Geneva Conventions, it is stated that the killing of civilians, especially women, and children, is a large violation.
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"Five centuries ago, Guru Nanak founded Sikhism, a religion designed to promote equality among people. Although it evolved into a warrior religion, it was intended to uphold bravery in the face of evil. But the very essence of Sikhism, its spiritual struggle for human rights, has been perverted by misguided men bent on gaining power and exacting revenge.
This quote shows how a religion's starting values, and beliefs can be changed by time. This religion started to promote equality, such as other religions, but then changed into showing war, and fighting as ways to get justice. I guess this applies to all religions. The quote "the very essence...has been perverted by the misguided man bent on gaining power and exacting revenge." shows that this religion, and probably many others were not violent, and promoting violence. They changed, and became that way from extremists, and people who used it as a way to get power. This also applies to leaders of countries, and organizations. An example of this outside of Sikhism is in Islam. Osama bin-Laden was a leader, and chose to pervert Islam in order to gain following by others, and exact revenge on the West.
"The Sikh teaching, “When all else fails, only then raise your sword,” no longer applies to defending the defenseless. It is an excuse to use violence to settle the score."
This quote shows the misinterpretation of holy texts. The Sikh holy teachings state that "When all else fails..." This does not promote violence for frivolous matters, rather, it shows how man, greedy for power, can change meanings of holy texts/misinterpret them, and start a corrupt civilization that uses these incorrect beliefs, which, in turn causes disharmonious society, and wars.
Sources:
http://www.warriorsreligion.com/faq
http://biblehub.com/deuteronomy/20-16.htm
http://www.washingtonpost.com/world/middle_east/the-un-says-7-in-10-palestinians-killed-in-gaza-were-civilians-israel-disagrees/2014/08/29/44edc598-2faa-11e4-9b98-848790384093_story.html

Question I will investigate: What is the view for Islam and Hinduism about Homosexual/bisexual?
Religions that will be analyzed: Islam and Hinduism
Homosexuality and Islam
Below are some verses in the Quran that speak against homosexuality. Those people who make a god (ilah) of there own lusts are clearly in the wrong. Prophet Lut spoke against this evil practice of his people. Their only reply was: "Bring us the Wrath of God if thou tellest the truth." They soon found out who was telling the truth when Allah destroyed them all. Let it be known right now that there is NO SUCH THING AS A GAY MUSLIM!!! A Muslim is one who submits himself to the will of Allah. Those who practice this evil have submitted themselves to their own desires and have turned their backs on the clear teachings of Islam. These people will use any kind of rationalization to justify their sinful practices. Be not deceived by the smooth tactics of Shaitan. He will try everything to guide us from the wrong way.
If you have these homosexual desires in you seek refuge in Allah and Allah will help you. Allah has revealed the truth. All praise is for Allah!!!
Analysis:
There are various religious views on same-sex marriage. Arguments both in favor of and in opposition to same gender marriage are often made on religious grounds and/or formulated in terms of religious doctrine. An increasing number of religions and various religious denominations are conducting same sex marriages in modern times.
religions, etc.
The high child abuse and sexual abuse rates within the Christan priesthood highlight a problem that many religions face: We should not attempt to mould human sexuality around otherworldly religious ideals.
Christian teachings on sexuality, as women mentioned at the beginning of this text, are the most negative.
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Bonus
Bonus quote:
"Each soul is potentially divine. The goal is to manifest this divinity within by controlling nature, external and internal. Do this either by work, or worship or psychic control or philosophy - by one or more or all of these and be free." - Swami Vivekananda
Closing thoughts:
In my project, i'm trying to let people know that why do Islam and Hinduism against or what is their view about homosexual or bisexual.
Sources:
http://www.humanreligions.info/sexuality.html
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/john-shore/the-best-case-for-the-bible-not-condemning-homosexuality_b_1396345.html

Religions that will be analyzed: Islam and Hinduism
Analysis:
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http://www.humanreligions.info/sexuality.html
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http://www.humanreligions.info/sexuality.html
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Bonus quote:
"Each soul is potentially divine. The goal is to manifest this divinity within by controlling nature, external and internal. Do this either by work, or worship or psychic control or philosophy - by one or more or all of these and be free." - Swami Vivekananda
Closing thoughts:
In my project, i'm trying to let people know that why do Islam and Hinduism against or what is their view about homosexual or bisexual.
http://www.humanreligions.info/sexuality.html
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/john-shore/the-best-case-for-the-bible-not-condemning-homosexuality_b_1396345.html

Analysis:
There are various religious views on same-sex marriage. Arguments both in favor of and in opposition to same gendermarriage are often made on religious grounds and/or formulated in terms of religious doctrine. An increasing number of religions and various religious denominations are conducting same sex marriages in modern times.
2) High quality sources, including samples quotes, that I plan to use in my project:
http://www.humanreligions.info/sexuality.html
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http://www.humanreligions.info/sexuality.html
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http://www.missionislam.com/knowledge/homosexuality.htm
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"Each soul is potentially divine. The goal is to communicate through my project:manifest this divinity within by controlling nature, external and internal. Do this either by work, or worship or psychic control or philosophy - by one or more or all of these and be free." - Swami Vivekananda
Closing thoughts:
In my project, i'm trying to let people know that why do Islam and Hinduism against or what is their view about homosexual or bisexual.