On a plane from Sri Lanka to the Philippines today, the head of the Catholic Church, Pope Francis talked about the recent Charlie Hebdo attack in Paris. While defending freedom of expression saying its a fundamental human right, he also said ‘you cannot insult the faith of others’
"One cannot provoke, one cannot insult other people’s faith, one cannot make fun of faith. There is a limit. Every religion has its dignity...in freedom of expression there are limits.”
He gestured to a friend and said “If my good friend Dr Gasparri says a
curse word against my mother, he can expect a punch. It’s normal. It’s
normal. You cannot provoke. You cannot insult the faith of others. You
cannot make fun of the faith of others.”
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I remember vividly my last post concerning this pope, I can't wait to see another pope take Over.. I Can't Feel Him At All!!!
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For de sake of dis man, I may now attend to catholic church
Well said
Noted. #lindagiveawayonmymind
That was my opinion after the attack and I stand by it till today! Well said pope.
Anyways dats some undiluted true. I hope we all apply dat in our daily dealings with people. Linda take note!
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Actually true and seconded by the scriptures..."bridle your tongue. James 1:26, psalm 39:1. @Bishop_Dammy
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The Pope has spoken....any objection?
Words of wisdom... true talk coming from d Pope
Were are d Christians always insulting others? Calling dem sinners,whores,and dat dey will go to hell fire? Hope una don hear?
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You are right Mr Pope, there is limit to freedom of expression when religion is involved, those who feel dat they can dent d image of prophet Muhammad (SAW) will face d wrath of Allah. No Muslim has ever made bad comment about Jesus.
He's kinda right but it is applicable in religious aspect....you don't insult people's faith and call it expression of your right to speak...
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His Holiness is right! Jst bcos we beliv in our faith doesn't mean we shuld mock or insult oda pple's faith.
So the pope is justifying the Hebdo killings. Wonders shall never end!
Well said pope,is against our religion 4 sum1 to draw our Prophet Muhammad S.A.W is not allowed in Islam.
He has a point tho. The cartoonists should have just let sleeping dogs lie.
Fact# I agree with you.....holy one
Well said
Okay!
The pope is right....but he shouldnt have said that.......I expected better from him.......angry face....pope Francis pls take ur time
You know....it's like the pope read my mind.
One cannot insult me or say any hurtful thing to me and expect me not to react. This is not to say I support the killings by the terrorists but why would d cartoonist draw clearly offensive pictures if the Islam religion. I am Christian so don't think I am defending the way the terrorist reacted.
I really concur with d Pope that there should be a limit to freedom of expression, so that people don't think its is right to insult or abuse another's character and call it freedom of expression.
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Indeed u cannot make fun of the faith of others.
The pope is right....but he shouldnt have said that.......I expected better from him.......angry face....pope Francis pls take ur time
Killing them is a NO for me.if their religion does not take a joke then I'm sory.
Heartfelt talk from a thoughtful and intellect pope.....
I don't really understand what he's insinuating
Very true indeed,there is a limit to freedom of expression
My pope has said it all.
He's right
I agree with him
Morale of the today...don't insult other people faith
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How many ppl did u punch ppl for say I'll about the Catholic church,
exactly my sentiment....u dont disrespect pple and excet no reaction....im a christian...born again but i will never insult a muslim cus of his/ her faith....it is rude...very rude....no one deserves to die...dont go disrespecting pple, and if u must do, get ready for watever reaction you get back....
Interesting...
They should caution their clerymen dat step their bound's wit using d pulpit's for political castigation's.
Pupit's r meant for preaching and serve as divine purpose in d house of d Lord. D rev father's and pastors should b mindful of dat.
True talk but it doesn't mean the other should react stupidly
A punch is ok but taking a life? I av to question that religion.
He said it all...
I had to read his words over and over again.
He spoke well.
Truth. But d jidahists has caused d world so much pain that people just make fun of their beliefs because they r absurd!
Hahaha @he can expect a punch. he's right though d fact dat we have freedom of speech dsnt mean we shuldnt respect each odas faith there shuld be a limit
Pope...well said....Ay Boss...
Dats d truth
True talk sir
I like his realistic views and I see how much he is trying to bridge the gap between hate and love in all religious crisis. Pope on point
Ya this is so true
Well that is because he knows the truth
God help him to lead all his followers.
well to an extent i think he is correct, but the idea of a pope encouraging an eye for an eye through the example he gave.. Its just sick!!!
Yeah i said it!
Yes na. Na tru . Hian!
Daz my pope! Don't knw wot to say cos he know better dan I do. Bt its gud to respect other people's faith! LOLO1.
That is true, though nothing condones taking human life but people react in different ways. Inciting statements should really be avoided.
I totally agree with the Pope, this French people are too full of themselves!
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According to the New Testament, after a person curses your mother, no punch is to be expected. You should forgive even in the face of further provocative words said by that person about your mother. Na so Christianity teach us o. New Testament cancel an eye for an eye even though na dat one for sweet pass.
Yap you right buh not equal to killing Biko, if he insulted God, then let him (God) do the fight but if insulted a human, you can repel but not to kill abeg, there war prone is ugly.
I total agree with u Sir pple make silly nd provoking comments to another pple!
If you want to practice Christianity, you do not actually expect people to tell you sweet things you want to hear. Temptations will come and you should try to overcome. So, if somebody annoys you, a hot slap will follow??????? No naaaaaaaaaa. NO!
That's true, sometimes not everything should be said
That's true, sometimes not everything should be said
I agree you can't make fun of other people's faith.
no comment...thats the pope speaking what ever he says is always right ,maybe logically
Yes exactly
Very true...lol @ expect a punch
He is right...but still the bible says vengeance is mine saith d Lord.
People make fun of all religions, dsnt mean it shd result to violence, both Allah n Jesus have been insulted severally nd it will still continue, that's just d way it is
CHRISTIANS, do you see the reason why you have to read the Bible yourselves instead of swallowing everything your revered reverend gentleman tells you? Exhibit tolerance, try not to slap anyone who insults your mother; this world is not a bed of roses.
well said.....they knew those guys kill even their brothers in the name of religion...yet they mocked their prophet...ppl should be careful with the kind of statements they make when it comes to religion and believes... don't get itself killed by ppl that don't have anytin to lose
no comment...thats the pope speaking what ever he says is always right ,maybe logically..bcos he's the number one christian in d world
Is Pope saying the killing is ok and they deserve to be killed?
Shalom in Nigeria, Amen
Totally agree with the pope. I think the world take so many things for granted these days all in the name of freedom of speech .
Gbam!
God bless d Pope...
I just love Pope Francis, real talk..I had dis in my mind but I couldn't say anything before dem go talk say I dey support ISIS or Al qaeda. I condemn d Paris attack, but still freedom of expression should have a chill at some point. I agree with d pope.
The Pope has said it al
Gbaam!
Yea true talk. LIB EMPIRE
Am sorry my pope but I don't follow,confused face.
Are you saying the Hebdo killers are protecting their fate?you lost me there pls some one should explain to me.
Am sorry my pope but I don't follow,confused face.
Are you saying the Hebdo killers are protecting their fate?you lost me there pls some one should explain to me.
He has a point there
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So true
Embarrassing. I'm sorry to say so, but this is highly embarrassing. Old age? Preach forgiveness for those who know not what they do. Not easy. Yes, we hardly do it. But it is what the Bible tells us to strive to do.
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He is right sha
Una hear? Christians acting like tin gods. Leave God to judge a bad person.
True talk Pope Francis.
Double gbam my honest out spoken Pope. God will continue to enrich you with Divine wisdom to always tell the world the truth,not all these manipulative world leaders that are perpetrating evil against their subjects just to please the Jewish people and protect the Jewish state.
Wait till they make fun of urs.
Punching him don't make it/u right.
Lord even said turn d other cheek.
Pope...
I concurr with him..it's annoying when you go to church and the minister of God makes fun of another denomination instead of doing what he ought to.
I humbly disagree with the Pontiff. Freedom of speech as an Art should have no limit unless it goes contrary to the Law of the Land or Society. We exist as a country base on agreement entered (Social Contract) to abide by certain norms, rules and regulations which if broken will attract sanctions. The law of the land should be superior to any law an individual or group within the system are tryin to generate for their own selfish purpose. This is the only antidote to anarchy. We must learn to be tolerant n our actions should be guided by laws. If you feel offended by anybody's action, the Court is there for you to seek redress.
How does this concern me?
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Truth..
Good speech papal. I like that
Muslims should also respect others
Ok
That's the simple truth. But killing others is NOT the right way to show your pain
he stated an obvious fact#we are humans
My spiritual leader
@Sophia Stephen
You are a very dumb and unintelligent person
@ Segun he has a point .. Don't call him dumb. If I use a curse word on your mum is it enough to kill me?
Enough to kill?
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Say wat u know,don't say no Muslim. U can't be talking for all the Muslims all over the world. Don't be a fanatic too. Your comments showed a level of education. Don't use ur last sentence to. Spoil everything. It's nothing personal. I'm Muslim too and Allah never sent us to kill.
You have a strong point
No. But it is enough to get you punched. Read btw the lines, he didn't say it's okay to kill. We all need a little bit of common sense in this life
I do not totally agree with Pope,
Before you judge me please note I'm a Christian.
I do not understand why men should kill in the name of religion. Islam, Christianity, Buddhism, Hinduism and many more. It is absolutely ridiculous that we should kill in the name GOD who is supreme and can take care of himself. Whatever the provocation is , why take it personal and act on His behalf. Unless he is no God, he should be able to avenge/forgive wrongs.
I believe religion is about submitting to higher authority, if this Authority can't balance wrongs or bring peace then is no authority and does not DESERVE to be worshiped. If this Authority, All powerful and Mighty, needs me to kill to bring balance or avenge wrongs. Then is better I fend for myself because I'm the AUTHORITY.
I understand there may be spiritual gains on following the rules or teachings of these POWERS.
But hey! I'm a Man not a spirit. Oh Yeah what about Faith! Sure is a beautiful thing but at least we have senses to reason.
Let me say this? if you kill for disdain or blasphemy or any reason for any GOD. I do not think that God is an Authority or all powerful anymore. I think you are because I fear not the god but YOU.
Let me take you further, most of you will probably criticize this write up, what if I tell you this WRITE UP is my God and I see any kind of negative view as disdain or blasphemy to my GOD and I will probably kill you for it. Will you see me as insane?
My point here is there will be no one left to worship our GOD if we all go after one another because of differences in Opinion and expression.
Maybe the world will be a better place if we do. After-all they don't need us, it is we that need Them.
Let me borrow part of a speech
After all:
"What manner of men are we then, if we do not have our reason, We are all no better than beasts in a jungle if that were the case. But we have reason, we can reason with each other and we can reason with ourselves."
Adiós.
Pope,pope,pope...how many times did I call u...silent,....I have d,write up of,what u said in surport of gay people o...now u are sayin its right to fight bak wen people insult your religion....choi!....Who is man to fight for God.A living God wil always fight His battle and will always win it.SO I DISAGREE WITH U 100%.
Well i agree to disagree....in as much as there is a limit to freedom of expression....there is no justification for the killing please! There a hundreds of faiths other than the one in question....amongst all faith on this planet earth it's just this one i know decides to respond violently to such.....pls dere r ppl dat hav insulted my faith in my face but i didnt kill nor insult back....not saying they are right for insulting others' faiths tho but pls killing is too much for it ah.. pls chill
It's reasonable to respect other people's religion and not insult other people's faith. When I insult your religion I provoke you, provocation can lead to violence but the truth is Violence is never the answer. "FOLLOW PEACE WITH ALL MEN"
Holy one? Ah! Only God sees the heart o
But it doesnt justify killing please...true thing dat no one shld mock another's faith but pliz killing is too much let's face fact.....kilode?
His holiness? Please stop this thing ah! Only God shld be worshipped n referred to as his holiness o
Somewhat diluted actually...cos the Bible doesnt teach us to then repay evil with another evil.... yes i shldnt make derogatory remarks about such but plz shldnt lead to killing spree
No justification for sheding human blood, these radicals are the 8oko haram in Nigeria, ISiL in Iraq, Al shabab in Kenya, Al Quaeda in Afghanistan e.t.c lashing out large scale horror on innocent civillians, only a handicapped God will ask his followers to fight him instead of him fighting for his followers
No justification for sheding human blood, these radicals are the 8oko haram in Nigeria, ISiL in Iraq, Al shabab in Kenya, Al Quaeda in Afghanistan e.t.c lashing out large scale horror on innocent civillians, only a handicapped God will ask his followers to fight him instead of him fighting for his followers
C'mn all the pope is saying is that there is a limit to sensitive things like this,if you use a curse word,im most likely to retaliate but not killing....they went too far by killing but then again know your limits.....segun put it the way he understood it.
Hes not insinuating but stating that just becos killing is a NO NO reaction from the muslims,you as well should know your limits as regards one's faith....thus he gives an example; if his friend insults his mother,he shud expect a reaction...muslims went too far, journalists too know your limits....
Olodo....read,think n understand the statement....WE are humans,he should EXPECT not that he will punch him but could becos he feels disrespected,hes human as such would act as one..
You have simply misunderstood what the poor man has just said.
My goodness!!!
For once I agree wif him...There's a limit to err'tin...you just cannot abuse the faith of others(1 like islam)n xpect no replies...
True...
Idiot!!! The man hasn't said that you should slap anyone who insults your mother, he is only saying that's what you should expect. Even in criminal, provocation mitigates responsibility. So there is nothing wrong with what he has said. The fact that he said that's what you should expect doesn't mean that he also said it was right. Try to be optimistic for a change. It's not too late to mak it your new year resolution.
Mr pope..to kill is not right...
jerryembassy said so VIA yct
If only you read the statement with an optimistic mind and not a perssimistic mind you'd understand him.
Nope....not all killings are intended at the start...wat would you have done to that Uganda maid who almost beat your child to death...provocation can be very strong enough to make you lose your sanity.
Now I know most people don't reason right! Especially this pope,so human beings are to behave like Animals? Cos of religion? All of u that agree with d pope are Sick!
My God. What is this world turning into
Yes to bridle one's tongue is right. But does that justify to even kill? Can't punishment be given. Instead of taking the life of another? Oh. It's wickedness.
He contradicted himself.
It's right to bridle one's tongue. But if people say things they are not supposed to say. Does that mean they should be killed? Killing or taking another life doesn't n will Never justify it. How many times have people said or do things against our CREATOR, and He watches us in Heaven. Let the God of justice always fight for those who blasphem. N not to take a soul. I am not in support of what they did though. But there are other punishment instead of taking ones LIFE.
Can you imagine. It's never enough to kill. There are punishment which could go for such. How would one take another person's life? Our CREATOR is a GOD OF JUSTICE. I am not saying what they did is right. Thanks it's not enough.
U WIL just use ur mouth and bring curse upon yourself .animal
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In ur mind u av spoken well. Oya since dere is no limitations go to d north nd say something derogatory abt d Islamic religion nd lemme knw if ur head remains on ur neck. This is common sense(whuch is obviously nt common), don't provoke anoda person to act in a certain way. He's not sayin it is rite to kill buh then we shud also be able to take woteva reaction out statements bring. Expect a reaction from ur actions or remarks buh it also doesn't justify d reaction too. So for peace sake watch ur tongue. Dnt come here nd act all intelligent wen its obvious dat dere is nufin up dere. Be realistic 4 once in ur life abeg, nt for ur sake buh for oda pple. Cos trust me condemnation will also be on u dat provokes anoda persons' action
U look elderly tho buh like dey say ' age is not maturity'. Read the statement again, nt jst dis bit dat linda put den rethink ur comment nd see hw dumb u really sound( note dat I didn't say u r dumb).I wonder y linda put dis bit, ur intentions are known only by God nd I'm sure if it were something else like shape me nw u would av typed d whole thing word for word. Buh den again who am I to knw ur mind. Jst knw dat God sees d hrt of man nd rewards accordingly
Dis is sooooooo true. All of u sayin dat he is advocating for ' an eye for an eye', read his message again nd if u r still confused read d whole message nt jst dis bit buh d whole thing. One shudnt say things ( gud or bad) and nt expect a reaction ( gud or bad too) buh dat also doesn't make d reaction rite or wrong. The Bible tells us to tolerate buh we shud also nt test odas. D Bible even says that we shud nt put the Lord God to d test. So don't say something that will most likely lead to a bad reaction nd expect d oda to keep quiet. Act accordingly nd speek accordingly. Christians, Muslims, Jews, and oda religious pple let us watch our tongues nd let peace reign. All our comments are reactions to his statement buh nt all of dem were typed by pple who knw wot COMMON SENSE is.
Its amazing how unintelligent some comments are (anon 10:01 and 12:15) smh. Can't u fathom what the pope is saying like an average human with a healthy brain? gosh!
@segun...d pope used a figure of speech....read it on bbc...he condemned both d attack and d mockery of faith..he condemned d attack more...called it abberant and not justified...
U r a great fool.......read his comments on cnn & bbc...your IQ is low!!!😁
@Anonymous, u spoke wit great wisdom. I apr8 dis abt u.
Ur reference to bible hit d nail on d head. I concur wit wht u say and am in total agreement.
Thumbs up 2u.
@Juliet Iwuno, I love reading ur comments mostly seeing d "Linda take note". It put smile's on my face. Don't mind those LIB haters. Just do ur tin.
Keep it up dear.
Ur point??????? U dont know what a figure of speech is????
@anon 1:32 am....he condemned d killing....hes justifying righteous anger...
Low IQ alert!!!!
U need to see a psychiatrist!!!!!!.....ps:bipolar plus other comorbidities...😃
The thing is, they killed those guys because they insulted the wrong guys, here is the deal, if u insult mike tyson, you are sure to get a punch, insult Jackie, you are sure to get a kick, insult a terro group, you are on ur own..Street.
U both are unintelligent people...😃....we christians also have fanatics like u....shame!
U say alot of rubbish...u too will claim freedom of speech...smh
Ur statement sounds retarded.
@Bishop Dammy, well said mostly d scriptures frm d bible but I must say d bible is against "an eye for an eye" mostly d new testamentt.
@anonymous, there was no part he said "killing one another" even Jesus said "if u r slap turn d other cheek to b slap again".
U spoke wit maturity devoid of any negative criticism. Thumbs up. So nice of u.
@ mocoy...that was a figure of speech...u shud know that...punch in dis sense means an angry reaction...he wud be a liar to say he wont feel a thing if his mum is insulted unduely...u get?
@Bishop Dammy, well said mostly d scriptures frm d bible but I must say d bible is against "an eye for an eye" mostly d new testamentt.
@anonymous, there was no part he said "killing one another" even Jesus said "if u r slap turn d other cheek to b slap again".
U spoke wit maturity devoid of any negative criticism. Thumbs up. So nice of u.
He meant a reaction....read d full interview
@patalex...we should be friends...😁....i don tire to explain....wat a figure of speech is to them o...plus linda shouldnt have left out d part where he condemns d killing...cos pipl r getting d wrong msg
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Nope...linda is tryna be sensational..maybe not deliberately...she left out a part of his comments
He meant u shud expect righteous anger...he condemns retaliation actually....
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U r playing with anarchy
It doesnt actually....it is for d intelligent and conscious..😂
U took up all dis space...only to make no sense....???????
Am guilty of wht d pope said but hav repented...
D pope is wrong if we look@it biblically for he spoke frm human angle which is wrong. D bible is our guide in christiandom and anytin outside dat is wrong.
True and real christian's never retailiate or punch back no matter d circumstance.
By their fruits u shall knw them. D bible kick against punching back and d human talk of "an eye for an eye".
Wht a shame such words lik dis is coming frm a man dat everyone look up to.
Shut up..did he ask to kill...??research before u type...read d full speech.
Thank you.....
Only a fool assumes every other person is stupid..
Nope....itz called free thought....pure logic!!!!!! Undiluted logic...note his word ...'expect'......he is brilliant...u missed it..😊
U both must b delusional. JOKE with someone's faith. Joke means to mock or make jest, u knw ba. U must b a joke ur self.
True talk...limits in everything we do #common sense abi
The pope is intelligent....he condemns the killings....but teaches that u should learn to 'expect' reactions when you cross the line...esp when dealing with people whom you already kno their likely reaction(or some of the people)...he is cautioning us esp christians and atheists plus d rest....u kno a lion will kill u and u still get close and pull itz tail?????....just cos u think its an animal and you have a right to pull its tail??? Then u should know what ti expect u 'tail puller'....he actually condemned the killings...read it up...'expect a punch' means people will get provoked...thank u.
That's my father of FAITH. He has said it all. No sentiments attached.
The world started having problems when people refused to use COMMON SENSE, another sad thing is: most people don't even have common sense. Pope Francis was human before he became pope and it's human to react when someone insults you, it's only divine intervention and your belief in God that will make you not react violently. With a lil common sense, anybody can correctly understand what that pope said. I pray for such wisdom as Francis's.
Nobody is condoning killing. The point the pope is saying you should not hide behind free speech and insult others:it is akin to provoking and when u provoke u cannot anticipate the reaction.
d islamic tearorist don't wait 4 god judgement dey judge on thier own. infregment of freedom of expression is on d higher rate.
u cant feel him cos u re just dumb n feelingless..lol
every word that comes out of this man mouth annoys me
There is a limit to freedom of expression. And it's not right to disrespect other people's faith. Let God be the judge.
True
haba Pope!!!! Violence is NEVER justified AS RETALIATION to words.....overcome evil with good...
If in doubt ask JESUS....WWJD?
Where did that idiot read that the pope said it's ok to kill.. Is mumu's like you that will go and kill in the name of Allah(peace be unto Him) and say it's in the Quran
Dude are you for real?... U r very shallow oo and am not sorry to say. What do u expect from a man of God and you are definitely a Christian and as I can tell, u don't ff d words of your holy book. You are not feeling this pope?! What do u want? A crusader dat will go and revenge abi. Smh wake up go and look for the New Testament bcos things have changed since your time. Dence fellow
Gasparri can expect a punch....but be ready for a 7-blow punch in reply. People will always say thing and do provocative things. We live on earth not HEAVEN...virtuous men reply with Good.
....LOVE alone is worth the fight....
Common sense salsa. He did nt justify the killin he jus said there is a limit to freedom. Haba
@D J STELCH i feel u. I dont like most of pope francis actions as well.
D pope as spoken.Gbam n stamp.
@Emekanews
well said....y will u insult mumsy...Is u mad???
missvee
This is a clear indication that he does not know his bible..
Just looking for that part of the Bible that supports what he said.
is he for christ or antichrist?
BIG QUESTION>
Third eye watching.
Where have u been Eze? I missed u here
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