(CDN) Religious Conversion Worst Form of 'Intolerance,' Bhutan PM Says

In the Kingdom of Bhutan, where Christianity is still awaiting legal recognition, Christians have the right to proclaim their faith but must not use coercion or claim religious superiority to seek conversions, the country’s prime minister told Compass in an exclusive interview.

“I view conversions very negatively, because conversion is the worst form of intolerance,” Jigmi Yoser Thinley said in his office in the capital of the predominantly Buddhist nation.

Christian leaders in Bhutan have told Compass that they enjoy certain freedoms to practice their faith in private homes, but, because of a prohibition against church buildings and other restrictions, they were not sure if proclamation of their faith ”“ included in international human rights codes ”“ was allowed in Bhutan.

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2 comments on “(CDN) Religious Conversion Worst Form of 'Intolerance,' Bhutan PM Says

  1. robroy says:

    Using the term “intolerance” as a weapon. Where did he learn that?

  2. Br. Michael says:

    Isn’t it amazing how often “tolerance” is used to ban that which you don’t like or approve of.