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Originally Posted by tspikes51
So based on what you're saying, I am white, so in being white it is ironic that I am protesting intolerance because my race has had a history of it??? There's no way that I can be responsible for the history of what my "religion" is. On the other hand, what would you say if I claimed to have some beliefs rooted in Hinduism (which I do). I am curious.
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I didn't say anything about race or skin color. That is something you're born with, not a choice. I could have chosen Christianity but didn't, based in part on its history of intolerance towards those of differing beliefs. I am responsible for the choices I make, and for me personally that includes embracing a religion with a tremendously violent history. Others obviously feel differently about it.
As for Hinduism, it is much more diverse than Chistianity because they have a plethora of gods, each with their various mythologies and traditions that go along with them. Your practices in life would be very different if you were a follower of Kali or of Parvati. And I am not aware of a history of Hindus trying to conquer and convert entire nations to their way of thinking, although there is the problem with Pakistan to consider.