#public prayer

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“And when you pray, do not be like the hypocrites, for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and on the street corners to be seen by others. Truly I tell you, they have received their reward in full. But when you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your Father, who is unseen. Then your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you." -- Matthew 6:5-6:6 It's not just atheists who want you to keep your religion to yourself... so does your god.

Why do you insist on involving others in your "personal relationship with Jesus"?

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I hate it dude, I fucking hate living with Mexican men. It's the machismo, it's the fucking machismo. You can offer me a beer without threatening me, you can offer me a beer without feeling the need to constantly affirm that you're a man stronger than me lol, you can offer me a beer and not be gay boo, you can offer a me a beer it doesn't fucking change anything, of you're so fucking afraid of being perceived as a weak gay man then don't fucking talk to me just leave me the fuck alone!!!

I just want to be alone, and if I have to be with men, G-d hear my prayer, please let me find men that are over their machismo, please let me find women who aren't satisfied with being housewives and subservient to men, please help me me find other Mexican communities that have defined their identity outside of these structures please please please

My non Mexican mutuals and followers please don't reblog this, I expect you to understand why.

If you relate to this just leave it in the replies

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A Leaky Faucet’s Public Prayer

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Matthew 6:5-6

And when thou prayest, thou shalt not be as the hypocrites are: for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and in the corners of the streets, that they may be seen of men. Verily I say unto you, They have their reward.

But thou, when thou prayest, enter into thy closet, and when thou hast shut thy door, pray to thy Father which is in secret; and thy Father which seeth in secret shall reward thee openly.

Public prayer makes you a hypocrite. Threatening me with “I’ll pray for you” is blasphemous. Basically, if I know you’re praying, your prayer is bullshit theater.

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Matthew 6:5-6

And when thou prayest, thou shalt not be as the hypocrites are: for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and in the corners of the streets, that they may be seen of men. Verily I say unto you, They have their reward.

But thou, when thou prayest, enter into thy closet, and when thou hast shut thy door, pray to thy Father which is in secret; and thy Father which seeth in secret shall reward thee openly.

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It’s a test of compliance, a demonstration of allegiance, and extracting the first concession from heretics.

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UK Political Clash Over Public Prayer Sparks National Debate

A major political controversy has erupted in the UK after Richard Hermer challenged Kemi Badenoch over her stance on public religious expression.

The debate centers around whether large-scale public prayers particularly Muslim gatherings are appropriate in shared national spaces.

What Triggered the Controversy?

The row began after Conservative politician Nick Timothy described a Muslim prayer event in London’s Trafalgar Square as an “act of domination” and “un-British.”

Kemi Badenoch backed these remarks, stating concerns about:

Public religious displays

Gender-segregated prayer spaces

Alignment with “British cultural values”

This sparked widespread criticism from political opponents and community leaders.

Attorney General Pushes Back

In response, Richard Hermer questioned whether such criticism would also apply to Jewish or Christian public prayers, raising concerns about selective targeting.

He suggested the debate risks:

Creating division between communities

Singling out specific religious groups

Undermining principles of equality and tolerance

Hermer’s intervention has intensified the political and cultural debate.

Broader Political Context

The controversy comes amid increasing political tension around immigration, identity, and multiculturalism in the UK.

Figures like Nigel Farage have also weighed in, criticizing public Muslim prayers and calling for restrictions, further fueling the debate.

This reflects a wider shift where cultural and religious issues are becoming central to political campaigns.

Religious Freedom vs Cultural Identity

At the heart of the issue is a key question:

Should public religious expression be limited in shared spaces?

Supporters of Badenoch argue:

Public spaces should reflect shared national values

Certain practices may feel exclusionary

Critics argue:

Freedom of religion includes public expression

Targeting one group risks discrimination

The UK has a long tradition of multicultural tolerance

Why This Debate Matters

This controversy has wider implications for:

Religious freedom laws

Community relations in the UK

Future political discourse

Experts warn that how leaders handle such debates could influence public attitudes toward diversity and inclusion.

Conclusion

The clash between Richard Hermer and Kemi Badenoch highlights a deeper national conversation about identity, religion, and public space.

As the UK navigates these complex issues, the outcome of this debate could shape both political narratives and social cohesion in the years ahead.