If religion is such a great moral guide, why would you need to wear something to remind you to do good........

Question

http://icwales.icnetwork.co.uk/news/wales-news/2007/11/07/teen-challenges-school-ban-on-sikh-bangle-91466-20071444/

“The Kara is a very important Sikh symbol and a constant reminder to me to do good..."

Erm, you shouldn't need to wear something to know that you should do good!

I believe that it is now time to ban all religious clothing/jewellery from schools. People should not be allowed to use taxpayers' money to fight decisions like this.

The word "uniform" comes from the Latin word "uniformis", meaning "having ONE form".

This should not be compromised for the sake of superstitious belief.

For fairness, either you BAN everything, or you ALLOW everything.

As the latter is unworkable - you can't have Satanists wearing daggers - the only viable option is to ban all religious clothing and jewellery, otherwise you are not treating every pupil equally and fairly.

Thoughts?

Answer 1

You are so right. Ban everything. It's only fair. Why stop with religious jewelry? That's only scratching the surface! Ban all stylish clothes and jewelry too -- that's even more pagan. Why should some people be allowed to express themselves in a different manner? That's un-evolved and archaic. Ban all public displays that don't comply with the current popular thought.

I don't know where we should stop, but I do know that we'd better get started! What are we waiting for, people? There's a whole lot of people who think differently than you. Stop them now, before it's too late!! I want everyone to be and think exactly like me, or all of mankind will grind to a halt.

Answer 2

The girl wore a bracelet. No foul. When a boy wears a T-Shirt with a Pirate emblem,(Skull and Crossbones) does it mean that the boy is a pirate.
Many wear a cross or star of David or whatever, if the girl is banned for her religious symbols then every religious symbol should be banned.
Catch 22
If peoples banned religious jewelry, (from the base Judah/Jew) then other peoples would either get tattoos or paint the symbols on.
Religions of Man are stupid, they lose the good/God part and focus on paying tithes to a human leader.
Freedom to choose is a good thing, freedom to kill for that choice is where it goes very wrong.

Answer 3

I saw this on the news too.School rules are there for a reason.That girl could have caught herself on apparatus during gym wearing the bangle.Her parents should have looked into the school rules before sending their daughter there.I think that all religious jewellery or clothing should be banned in UK schools.To be allowed to wear headscarves or jewellery that could injure the wearer or another individual is not on.Also, it sends out the message to kids who do not wear religious clothing that those who do are not 'one of them' and it can and does cause bullying and divisions.If the kids want to mix and be accepted as a group that are equals we need to break down these religious barriers.I had no idea what religious background my school pals had in the 1970's & 1980's.We were just friends that all got on with each other.

Answer 4

There is a reason to ban jewellry, just like in the work place. If the bangle caused an accident, they would be the first to sue. One of the other five K symbols is a great big knife. The men are allowed to carry these. The name for the turban is also one of the five k's. So they don't have to wear crash helmets on bikes. I like sikh's. But why one rule for one and and another for us.

Answer 5

Seriously, how many satan worshipping children do you know?

I get your point though, why should it be right for one faith to be able to wear jewelry and not another faith? And why have faith as an excuse at all? If you allow people to wear religious symbols then why not personal symbols, such as a locket with a picture of their boyfriend/parents/whatever in? (and who will be liable when a pupil injures themselves/another pupil with said jewellry? - These are litigious times!)

It's easier to ban everything, and you should not have to be criticised for making the only logical decision.

*Edit* Reality man: chill out, we're talking about *school uniforms* here. Once you finish school, you can wear what you want ;o)

Answer 6

I agree. Why would taking away a piece of jewelry mean you can no longer follow your religion? I guess some people will do anything for attention, to disrupt and get on the news.

Answer 7

My thoughts I will keep to myself, but I agree with everything you say.

Have you ever accidently caught a bangle on something and pulled it, it darn well hurts and can be dangerous if kids are doing sports etc.

And to think I was thinking of moving to Wales because I thought it was free of 'them'

Answer 8

She should change schools to one that doesn't mind.

And she should not be so silly.

It seems she is being used by agencies to try and reduce the rights of schools to have rules and regulations.

In the long run, I do not believe that any outcome will be beneficial to this little girl. In fact I think it will be detrimental to her future.

Answer 9

The Torah tells Jews to positioned on tzitzis on their clothing as a reminder. no longer all Jews do, yet those that do are following the Torah. So, I admire any Jew who needs to. If a satanist wanted to positioned on daggers, that would additionally be effective with me. The athiests could like all of us to positioned on user-friendly clothing to sell athiesm. no count what clothing people positioned on it somewhat is a image of a few thing. I say "recover from it. enable people positioned on what they choose for."

Answer 10

It's not about reminding them: it's a cultural issue.

They want to be set aside and get special treatment. I think really the hijab is a good example. They say it gives them freedom: I say it's a blatant attempt to show others you are "holier" than them.