Re: Defacing Mecca
I should think its common sense mr Archangel. Or do you honestly think that Mecca was meant to be controled by the Saudis? I mean, using your mind and common sense is not a sin you know.
The reason things sound random to you is because you choose not to think, but respond. If you actually took a second to consider the point, it may not sound so random to you…
My point is quite simple, and I will make it simple for your sake. This huge development is gaudy and ugly. It really defaces the entire area. The Saudis should be a little more considerate of what they build since the site is of such immense importance to so many people.
The problem is that the Saudis, whos intentions are motivated entirely by their own extremist brand of Islam, have very little consideration for others, for history, for culture etc. They build thing with no consideration for the significance of the sight.
You in your gushing love affair with the Saudis may not realize this, but its a valid point. If you can show me that this sight has no significance to other Muslims, then I will agree with you.
We arent asking them to quit all development there, that would obviously be irrational. All we want is some degree of sensitivity. Not to be so callous in what is built. Now you can go fall at the feet of the Saudis if you like, but I wont.
And what dumb thing to say. The Pope is the spiritual leader of all Catholics and is considered Gods spokesperson on Earth.
The SAUDIS are not consdered Islams spiritual leaders, and they certainly arent God SPOKESPERSONS! You not only need to work on your basic logic skills, but I would also suggest an undergrad Comparative religion course. 