Norway's 2nd Largest Party Wants Religious Services in Norwegian

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In summary, the Party of Progress has launched a proposal that all religious services in Norway must be conducted in Norwegian. This proposal is controversial, as it goes against freedom of speech. It also seems unsolicited and unlawful.
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http://www.aftenposten.no/english/local/article1570279.ece"
The Progress Party have launched another controversial idea, taking the desire to have better Norwegian skills for imams in Norway and instead proposing that all religious services in the country must be conducted in Norwegian.
It seems to me an unsolicited, unlawful proposal. Could some European be overreacting?
 
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Yonoz said:
It seems to me an unsolicited, unlawful proposal. Could some European be overreacting?

What do you mean by 'some European'? It's about Norwegians.

Yes, in general, it's a pretty itchy issue which is in direct conflict with freedom of speech. Although, it's definitely nothing surprising, if you look at the party's political program and orientation.
 
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The Party of Progress is a party for (non-muslim) taxi drivers and village idiots.
Unfortunately, this seems to comprise about 25% of the population.
 
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radou said:
What do you mean by 'some European'? It's about Norwegians.
I wrote "some Europeans" because the problems that have preceded this knee-jerk are shared by most European countries, especially the Netherlands, France and Germany, which seem to be handling the situation quite well. I did not intend to make it sound as though I'm criticizing Europeans, but rather to try and understand why this is happening in Norway.
 
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arildno said:
The Party of Progress is a party for (non-muslim) taxi drivers and village idiots.
Unfortunately, this seems to comprise about 25% of the population.
That seems to be a global problem.
 
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Yonoz said:
That seems to be a global problem.

So, the conclusion is - get rid of all the (non muslim) taxi drivers and village idiots in Norway first, and then all around the world? :biggrin:
 
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radou said:
So, the conclusion is - get rid of all the (non muslim) taxi drivers and village idiots in Norway first,

I second that! :smile:
 
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arildno said:
I second that! :smile:

Well, you know what you got to do, in that case:

a) move to Norway,
b) form a political party,
c) make everyone vote for you.

:-p :smile:
 
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Now you're being anti-taxic.
 
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Not really. Most taxi drivers in Norway are Muslims, you see. :smile:
 
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arildno said:
Not really. Most taxi drivers in Norway are Muslims, you see. :smile:

Are you, by any chance, Norwegian? (Since you're so well informed.) :wink:
 
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Det stemmer! :smile:
 
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arildno said:
Det stemmer! :smile:

Sounds as a yes. Ok, obviously you know very well what you're talking about in that case. :smile:
 

FAQ: Norway's 2nd Largest Party Wants Religious Services in Norwegian

What is the motivation behind Norway's 2nd largest party wanting religious services in Norwegian?

The motivation behind this proposal is to promote inclusivity and equal treatment of all religions in Norway. The party believes that allowing religious services to be conducted in Norwegian would make it easier for people of different faiths to participate and understand the services.

How will this proposal impact Norway's current religious landscape?

If this proposal is implemented, it could potentially lead to a more diverse religious landscape in Norway. It could encourage people of different faiths to attend religious services and promote a sense of unity among different religious communities.

What are the potential challenges in implementing this proposal?

One potential challenge could be resistance from certain religious groups who may prefer to conduct their services in their native languages. Another challenge could be the logistics and resources required to translate and adapt religious texts and materials into Norwegian.

Will this proposal have any legal implications?

It is possible that this proposal could face legal challenges, especially if it goes against any existing laws related to religious freedom or language. However, if the proposal is implemented in a way that respects the rights of all religious groups, it is unlikely to have any major legal implications.

What is the likelihood of this proposal being implemented in Norway?

It is difficult to predict the likelihood of this proposal being implemented, as it would depend on various factors such as political support, public opinion, and any potential legal challenges. However, the fact that it is being proposed by a major political party suggests that it has at least some level of support and could be considered in future policy discussions.

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