Tuesday, August 21, 2012

"Our prophet said we should protect ourselves"

I actually learned something from this article.  It turns out the Sikhs generally have the right mindset when it comes to the relationship between peace, protection of the defenseless and self-protection .  I knew of Sikhism before this madman went stupid, but I honestly didn't know the Kirpan was religiously designated for self-protection and protection of others.  Some of them seem to have consumed the gun control koolaid, but the pro-carry guy quoted in this article really has the right ideas.  He truly understands what his religion expects of him.  Defense of self.  The Kirpan is but a tool and he understands there are other tools that are better suited for this need in today's world.  It is unfortunate more didn't consider this previous to the incident.  Also, notice that some still think four minutes to wait for help from the police is acceptable.  In reality, it is an eternity in a situation like that.
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  1. agirlandhergunAugust 22, 2012 at 11:38 AM

    Interesting. I didn't know that.

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    1. 45erAugust 22, 2012 at 7:31 PM

      I know, Agirl. Me either. Not a bad way of thinking.

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  2. Old NFOAugust 22, 2012 at 5:58 PM

    Concur, and yes they DO have a different perspective. Interestingly, in India , Pakistan and a number of other countries they are allowed to openly carry their Kirpan. As a matter of fact, Article 25 of the Indian Constitution deems the carrying of a kirpan to be included in the profession of the Sikh religion.

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    1. 45erAugust 22, 2012 at 7:32 PM

      They did mention that some in India carry huge Kirpans that could actually be used for defense. Probably better than that butter knife, but not as good as that .45.

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  3. Home on the RangeAugust 23, 2012 at 8:17 PM

    Four minutes? There was a hostage situation (with gun) in a business in a town north of here. Small town, not tiny, but not a million folks. It took 30 minutes for the SWAT folks to get there.

    30 minutes.

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    1. 45erAugust 23, 2012 at 8:51 PM

      Or never if you live in Detroit. Even 4 minutes is forever when it counts. Some people just won't realize that until it's too late. Thanks, Brigid.

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