Thread: Commonwealth Games Scottie dogs 'disrespectful to Muslims'

Use of Scottish terrier dogs during Commonwealth Games opening ceremony 'shameful' and 'offensive', Malaysian politicians claim


Malaysian politicians and religious leaders have attacked the use of Scottie dogs during the Commonwealth Games opening ceremony, claiming it was disrespectful to Muslims.
Around 40 Scottie dogs were used in the opening ceremony in Glasgow last Wednesday to lead teams around Celtic Park.
The dogs, which all wore tartan dog coats with the name of each team on them, were widely praised on social media, with many people stating they thought they had "stolen the show". Hamish, who led out the Scotland team, received one of the biggest cheers of the night.

Judy Murray tweeted after the ceremony: "Scottie dogs in tartan coats at CG opening ceremony. Barkingly brilliant."
However, not everyone was as impressed. Political and religious leaders in Malaysia have claimed the use of dogs connected to Muslim countries was "disrespectful".

Many Muslims refuse to have direct contact with dogs, which are considered by some to be "unclean" in Islamic culture. Some overseas Muslim groups have reportedly previously called for a jihad on dogs.
Possibly making matters worse was the fact that Jock, who was supposed to lead out the Malaysian team, sat down and refused to move as soon as his coat was put on, meaning he had to be carried by the team representative.
Mohamad Sabu, the deputy president of the opposition Pan-Malaysian Islamic Party said: "Malaysia and all Islamic countries deserve and apology from the organiser.
"This is just so disrespectful to Malaysia and Muslims – especially as it happened during Ramadan. Muslims are not allowed to touch dogs, so the organiser should have been more aware and sensitive on this issue.
"It is hoped this incident can teach other Western countries to be more respectful in the future."
Dato Ibrahim Bin Ali, a far-Right politician, former MP and founder and president of Malay supremacist group Perkasa also called for an apology.
"I think it is unbecoming. The hosts have not been sensitive enough – especially in a so-called knowledgeable and civilised society like Britain," he said. "It is shameful and has offended not only Malaysia as a Muslim country, but Muslims around the world."

A Glasgow 2014 spokesman said: "Glasgow 2014 have received no complaints from the Commonwealth Games Associations of the competing nations and territories following the Opening Ceremony."
Commonwealth Games Scottie dogs 'disrespectful to Muslims' - Telegraph

Utter and complete bullshit - they should concentrate on scraping up a few more medals rather than injecting some religious propaganda into what appear to be well organised games - note to CG Committee - check Ramadam dates four years down the track in case some offence may be given

Fucking children

I'm just surprised they did not protest about gays and women taking part! Scotland was not a Muslim country last time I was there, so it's their culture not one from some Islamic dump that never keeps being 'offended' and demanding apologies from others who are non Muslim.

Once Gabriel promised the Prophet (that he would visit him, but Gabriel did not come) and later on he said, "We, angels, do not enter a house which contains a picture or a dog."

Beginning of Creation - Sahih Bukhari, Volume 4 - Hadith

Originally Posted by rebbu

Once Gabriel promised the Prophet (that he would visit him, but Gabriel did not come) and later on he said, "We, angels, do not enter a house which contains a picture or a dog."

Beginning of Creation - Sahih Bukhari, Volume 4 - Hadith

Then there are pigs of course, and infidels. Mind you I am all in favour of a jihad against soi dogs. Angels seem a picky lot.

Originally Posted by xanax

Mind you I am all in favor of a jihad against Soi dogs.

Had a bit of a laugh at that one.

Hundreds of the bastards around here, stupid Thais feed them, the pests breed and the problem gets worse. Cut their heads off and stick on poles as a warning to others, as for the dogs just poison them.

What ...... Muslims ?

Sorry Xanax....Got it
Must have gone cross eyed
Cheers

I have a strong distrust of anyone who is not friendly with mans best friend.

Soi dogs are not anyone's friend, they are a health danger, a road hazzard and a barking nuisance. Just about the only thing Muslims have gotten right.

Possibly making matters worse was the fact that Jock, who was supposed to lead out the Malaysian team, sat down and refused to move as soon as his coat was put on, meaning he had to be carried by the team representative.

Was said representative Muslim? Why didn't they refuse right there and then on the spot?

Originally Posted by rebbu

Possibly making matters worse was the fact that Jock, who was supposed to lead out the Malaysian team, sat down and refused to move as soon as his coat was put on

That right there is pretty funny.

Originally Posted by rebbu

Dato Ibrahim Bin Ali, a far-Right politician, former MP and founder and president of Malay supremacist group Perkasa also called for an apology. "I think it is unbecoming. The hosts have not been sensitive enough – especially in a so-called knowledgeable and civilised society like Britain,

This guy gets the gold medal for trolling in the Commonwealth Games, he'll have Telegraph and Mail readers up and down the country spluttering with apoplexy into their cornflakes.

No chance of this guy being a road hazard. You would have to wake him up first.

I think I know who might have poisoned my dogs.

Muslims need to change direction rather than piss off all the countries in the world. Children they are with infantile minds.

Originally Posted by terry57

Fuk me, Lassie would of been mortified if he was still alive.

Presumably not least because 'he' was a 'she'!

^

Erm, Sorry about that.

Originally Posted by quimbian corholla

Originally Posted by terry57

Fuk me, Lassie would of been mortified if he was still alive.

Presumably not least because 'he' was a 'she'!

"Laddie" got distemper before the first episode was screened. Luckily, a talented female collie got the call-up before filming, and a star was born.

100% agree with this guy

Good God . . . leemo and piwanoi will enter the fray soon . . .

Originally Posted by rebbu

Mohamad Sabu, the deputy president of the opposition Pan-Malaysian Islamic Party said: "Malaysia and all Islamic countries deserve and apology from the organiser.
"This is just so disrespectful to Malaysia and Muslims – especially as it happened during Ramadan. Muslims are not allowed to touch dogs

Actually, Muslims are allowed to touch dogs, they're just not considered clean . . . the guy is an idiot.
One of my business partners has a dog, he's Malay (Muslim)

A smart move by the committee? Probably not. An over-reaction by the Malay guy? absolutely.

Originally Posted by OckerRocker

Good God . . . leemo and piwanoi will enter the fray soon . . .

Originally Posted by rebbu

Mohamad Sabu, the deputy president of the opposition Pan-Malaysian Islamic Party said: "Malaysia and all Islamic countries deserve and apology from the organiser.
"This is just so disrespectful to Malaysia and Muslims – especially as it happened during Ramadan. Muslims are not allowed to touch dogs

Actually, Muslims are allowed to touch dogs, they're just not considered clean . . . the guy is an idiot.
One of my business partners has a dog, he's Malay (Muslim)

A smart move by the committee? Probably not. An over-reaction by the Malay guy? absolutely.

At last it came to pass the voice of reason, don't keep your wisdom under a hat we need soothsayers to offset the ranters.

As I was saying to an Hindi sneezian this a Thai local forum aimed at locals in Tailand ,Are you loo all?

If they don't like western culture then Muslims should remove themselves from it. I dislike Muslims, so I won't teach in Saudi. I hate their culture and values so I keep my nose out of it. The should do the same IMO