Suggestions for care and respect of Javanese and Balinese Keris.

Mark · 12th July 2006, 10:08 PM

Yes, everything is good now. However, we always need to be very sensitive when discussing cultural and religious issues, and respectful not only of other's beliefs, but also of their absolute right to hold an opinion or interpretation of their own beliefs, culture and history. It is not anyone's place to "correct" another person's understanding of their own culture or religion. So far, everyone has been doing this very well, so keep up the good work.

We also must be very sensitive to the fact that many of our members are not native English speakers (or more importantly, native English writers). This is the case with our new member Mudi, who is doing a fine job in patiently interpreting the lengthy and complicated posts in this thread, and participating in the discussion. Please be as patient with him.

12th July 2006, 10:08 PM	#1
Mark Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 987	Yes, everything is good now. However, we always need to be very sensitive when discussing cultural and religious issues, and respectful not only of other's beliefs, but also of their absolute right to hold an opinion or interpretation of their own beliefs, culture and history. It is not anyone's place to "correct" another person's understanding of their own culture or religion. So far, everyone has been doing this very well, so keep up the good work. We also must be very sensitive to the fact that many of our members are not native English speakers (or more importantly, native English writers). This is the case with our new member Mudi, who is doing a fine job in patiently interpreting the lengthy and complicated posts in this thread, and participating in the discussion. Please be as patient with him.