The pope should not have apologized for what he said in his speech. Did he get frightned by the angry and violent outbursts of the Muslims? The reaction from Muslims only proves that what Pope sid is true. (The best way of proving Pope wrong would have been to ignore his comments.!!!!)The Pope should have stayed put and let the Muslims continue with their protests etc. It would have been fun to watch!!!!!!!
2006-09-18 07:54:02 · 31 answers · asked by venshu 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
He did chicken out. It's one thing to call on the Devil it's another thing to see him coming.
2006-09-18 07:56:54 · answer #1 · answered by goodchessactor 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Since only one religion can possibly be the right one (and nobody knows which one - if any indeed is!) the Pope has to assume (because of his job) that his is right and therefore everybody else's is wrong and they're all destined for the fires - NO, he shouldn't apologise to the dammned.
In any case, there was nothing wrong with what he said. It was the fact that a 14th Century Emperor had had the right idea that annoyed them. It suggests to the public that the religion isn't as peaceful as they'd like people to believe.
However, the Emperor's view is justified by todays mohommedans by their own actions.
2006-09-19 08:00:10 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Christianity is a faith of peace. The Pope wanted to reconcile himself with the Moslems. This is in keeping with our faith. It was not his intention to create animosity, and that is what he apologised for. It is a historical fact that the statement was made that long ago, and the reaction to what the Pope said is self evident.
You would not find the reverse happening:-
Matthew 5:9-12
Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God.
Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
"Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of me. Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets who were before you.
John 16:2-3
... a time is coming when anyone who kills you will think he is offering a service to God. They will do such things because they have not known the Father or me.
2006-09-18 16:04:53 · answer #3 · answered by waycyber 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
More than likely to save lives...you ignorant slob. Its strange that the likes of Rosie O'Donnel can comment on the danger of fanatical christians and never fear such a response and yet the very people she was defending would stone her for her sexual preference. Yet, the Pope who was in fact stating fact is forced to retract. Yet, he is the "Pope" or the vicar of Christ on earth..supposedly...so how could he be wrong? Still its sick that the violence amuses you. A 60 year old nun gets shot in the back and you think its "fun to watch".
2006-09-18 15:20:16 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are right, he shouldn't have apologized for what someone else rightly said (what else should a king, who had to defend his country against Muslims' invasion, should have said about Muslims and the founder of their religion?!). I now predict that former US president Penis Clinton is going to add to this farce by condemning the Pope (like he did in a similar farce, I think it was over some cartoons of Mohammed), if he didn't condemn him yet.
2006-09-18 15:02:22 · answer #5 · answered by Avner Eliyahu R 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think the pope acted in a mature and responsible way for apologising. With the poor relations between Muslims and Christians, I think its important that Religious Leaders (of all faiths) do their best to keep respect between religions. It would not be very responsible for him to have left such a rift between Christains and Muslims. I think he should have been more careful in what he said - it was misinterpreted badly. But I think that those Muslims who were offended should have listened more carefully to what the Pope said, and not have taken it wrongly.
2006-09-18 14:57:18 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
I for one found it refreshing for the pope to call the entire Muslim community out. Notice again, not one Muslim leader has spoken out against violence in the name of some perceived disrespect. Only calls for more war. Typical.
If the Muslims of the world really believe Islam is a religion of peace it is their responsibility to fight extremism in their own community not mine, and not the Pope's.
2006-09-18 15:14:47 · answer #7 · answered by Fire_God_69 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well he did not actually apologize for what he said. He apologized if some of the muslims turbans got in a twist. I agree with you he was right on the money. Someone just needs to level the nation of islam for the better good of humanity.
2006-09-18 14:58:10 · answer #8 · answered by mortgagegirl101 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think he was right to say sorry. It is good to see the pope is actually a human being and not some icon on a religous pedestal - pope's are not above the rest of the human race.
2006-09-18 14:58:08 · answer #9 · answered by km 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't know the Pope apologized, more than clarified.
He regretted any ill will caused by what he said and didn't intend that to happen.
That's a statement of fact, not an apology.
2006-09-18 15:06:30 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
he should not have, but once again the muslim hoard has shown their evil intent and murderous ways. Wonder if they could get through a day without murdering someone. I dont think so. the world will be best served by every muslim going on to meet his maker in hell.
2006-09-18 14:56:53 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋