Tuesday 22 May 2012

human rights meditations: week 18

Welcome to Week 18 of Human Rights Meditations. Each week we’re looking at an Article in the United Nation's Universal Declaration of Human Rights. This series is way more about the time that you spend reflecting, and engaging in the discussion via comments below & twitter (hash tag #hrmlak).

This week we’re looking at Article 18 of the UDHR.

Article 18: Everyone has the right to freedom of thought, conscience and religion; this right includes freedom to change his religion or belief, and freedom, either alone or in community with others and in public or private, to manifest his religion or belief in teaching, practice, worship and observance.

Read over the article above a few times and let it sink in (this is a long one, so you may want to break it up as you reflect). As you reflect, consider the following:
·          What's the first picture that came to your mind?
·          How did you respond to what you read?
·          Reflect how you feel about yourself in comparison to others.
·          Reflect on how you perceive others in your world. 
·          Reflect on your understanding of global issues.

Write the article down and stick it somewhere where you know you'll see it throughout the week. This will prompt you to keep the thinking going! Alternatively, write down something that has stood out to you throughout this meditation.  

Now, get talking! Let's talk openly about our thoughts on each article, what we're learning about ourselves and some of the actions we're taking to live more in line with the Declaration. Don't forget that as well as chatting via the comments below, you can get talking via twitter by including this tag: #hrmlak

My thoughts: 

  • Where's the line between freedom of thought and freedom of speech when it comes to controversial issues such as racism, homphobia etc? 
  • Where's the line between tolerance and acceptance? 
  • How can people stay true to their religious beliefs while adhering to their local laws? What if your country laws are against your religious beliefs? 


Kate xx

PS No picture today.... I forgot to organise it (but in my defense, I'm on my honeymoon and this is a scheduled post...) 

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