Thread: 'Blasphemous' cartoon of Yingluck depicted as Jesus draws apology

BANGKOK — Matichon newspaper has issued a formal apology for publishing a cartoon that likened former Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra to Jesus Christ.

The cartoon, published on 26 January 2015, depicted former PM Yingluck wearing a crown of thorns, parodying the biblical tale where Jesus Christ is forced to wear a crown of thorns by Roman soldiers before his execution.

Drawn by Arun Watcharasawad, the cartoon presumably intended to portray Yingluck’s impeachment by the junta-appointed parliament on 23 January as unjust, similar to the persecution of Jesus Christ at the hands of the Romans.

However, the cartoon drew some criticism, leading Matichon’s editorial board to publish an apology.

"Matichon had no intention to cause misunderstanding or commit blasphemy," the statement reads. "If the aforementioned cartoon caused any discomfort, the editorial board would like to express its regret and offer an apology."

Matichon and Khaosod English are...

Matichon Apologizes For 'Blasphemous' Cartoon

i see no religious offence in that cartoon.

Xtianity ain't got no copyright on the crown of thorns.

Judge for yeeselves, lest thou be judged...




It doesn't look much like her, not a very good cartoon, but it's certainly not offensive...

^^ It was the long hair and missing beard that was objectionable, yes.

didn't see much of offensive towards christianity though.

He should be more concerned about what Dear Leader thinks about her being portrayed as a martyr.

^ 'tis clearly the point...

Bomb those blasphemous fukkers!!!!

Originally Posted by ENT

i see no religious offence in that cartoon.

Xtianity ain't got no copyright on the crown of thorns.

Certainly the reference and supposed offence would be more indifferent in a Buddhist setting.....

What's the fuss?...She doesn't have a penis...

Originally Posted by thaimeme

Certainly the reference and supposed offence would be more indifferent in a Buddhist setting.....

Undoubtedly the insulation is illusory and not unlike aloof.

Originally Posted by cyrille

Originally Posted by thaimeme

Certainly the reference and supposed offence would be more indifferent in a Buddhist setting.....

Undoubtedly the insulation is illusory and not unlike aloof.

It would be wise to balance the perception of said aloofishness with a complimentary realisation that the perceived offensiveness of the artistic expression is in reality only a personal perception reflecting the latent inadequacies and insecurities of the percipient , to a considerable degree.

Poor Yingluck

Serves her right for getting all hung up on a Friday arvo.

Now we should have the Happy Man on Neo's cross...

What would that provoke?...


And that is it in a nutshell...The Good General should be smiling at all times to promote his Happiness Scheme...

She did convert rice to wine (for a few), and she did walk on floodwater (in Burberry shoes), yes.

^Close, but no guitar...

^Couldnt find lepers to cure in Thailand - not her fault.

They have one at the helm, now...He's falling apart...

I'd prefer to see her on a pole rather than a crucifix.