At least Muslims have a chance to hold such exhibitions and can even open it for on-Muslims to visit. People of other religions can’t say the same.

pemerhati_msia says: So, you (non-Muslims) not interested in ISlam, but want the Muslims to be interested in your religion????? Think about it.

I think this applies more to Islam than any other religion in this country.

There are “religions” which allow freedom onto their followers to keep their faith updated to the current trends and conditions. That is why in places like the US, they have things like gay churches, gay marriages, female cardinals and stuff.

Islam on the other hand, is already “current” in its fundamental nature - the requirements within Islam is not period-sensitive. What was practised during the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) days, are still valid till today. Most importantly, Muslims (and I mean the practising ones) accept them as Allah intended it to be. So, there is really no need to have forums to interweave Islam with other religions. That is because, without raising the issue of religions, people of different faiths seem to be able to accept one another.

For example, we in Malaysia are of different ethnic background and religions. We play together at school, we eat together during outings, and we visit each other come festival times. Aren’t we mixing well enough? Tensions only surface when religion and race are brought into the picture. I have plenty of friends of different race, religion and nationality. We mix very well in the office. In fact, I love this bunch very much to the point I can’t wait to see them in the morning. All is well, as long as we do not talk about religion and race. And do we need to? Do we need to compare religions? It is good to share, but stop at that. Do not compare, or make others accept something they are not willing to. When disputes arise regarding race and religion, they become a basis for hatred.

So this “exhibition on world religions, universal peace and global peace” is really NOT necessary. You think the Muslims do not respect other religions to the point you need to organise some exhibition to do some PR spinning?

I think the authorities were right in not allowing such events because it does make the Muslims look stupid and barbaric that they need to be educated in accepting and harmonizing with other religions. Really, it is not necessary. The Muslims respect other religions enough. Likewise, would a Christian attend an Islamic civilisation exhibition, aimed at educating the non-Muslims about Islam? I have attended such events (many many times!) but sadly, only the Malays are seen there. So, you (non-Muslims) not interested in ISlam, but want the Muslims to be interested in your religion????? Think about it.