British English teacher faces deportation or lashing in Sudan
A British woman, Gillian Gibbons, was arrested this Monday, November 27 in Khartoum, Sudan for insulting the prophet Mohammed. Her students named a stuffed animal after their profit, Muhammad. The act may result in the teacher’s deportation or worse, 40 lashes. The instructor has been given legal support from her Christian High School; however, the majority of parents who send their children to the school are actually Muslim and they are taking this matter very seriously. For the full story please read: SUDAN
The majority of countries that support ESL schools are safe. However, every country has some laws that may conflict with our beliefs or are perhaps unanticipated. Customs may also come into play that may make your job more difficult. Singapore used to have a law against gum chewing, Tylenol is illegal in some countries, blowing one’s nose is rude in Korea, women smoking in public is illegal in many countries… the list goes on. It is best to do research prior to your journey. Regardless, sometimes your best intentions can have serious consequences. Hold your ground, but remember you are in a different country with different laws.
She did not have to insult Muhammed (PBUH). She will never hear a Muslim insulting Jesus or Christianity in general. Muslims have lots of appreciation and respect for her religion.
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She should'nt have to insult Muhammed (PBUH). She will never hear a Muslim insulting Jesus or Christianity in general. Muslims have lots of appreciation and respect for her religion.she was on gilt so she should have Punished.
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"Her students named a stuffed animal after their profit, Muhammad" I personally think she had no idea that by doing this she was insulting Muhammad. This is a cultural difference that she was unaware of. If anything she is guilty of being stupid. I would never name a stuffed animal Jesus, because that just does not sit right, but not because it is an insult. If you are one of the vast majority of the population that think she should be SHOT DEAD with a gun for naming a teddy bear Muhammad, you can keep that opinion, just never leave your country (yes, that was how people wanted her to be punished). For those that do not understand other cultures or refuse to learn them prior to working their, go ahead, but just don't be expected to be rescued every time you mess up.
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