Animal Rights Archives - Universal Life Church Monastery Blog
March 25th, 2024
"How would Jesus kill an animal? That's the fundamental question asked in a new documentary making the case that Jesus was in fact a vegetarian and would not have endorsed the killing and eating of animals.
Muslim City Council Legalizes Animal Sacrifice as PETA Fumes
January 13th, 2023
A Michigan city voted to allow residents to legally sacrifice animals for religious purposes. Many residents called it a victory for religious freedom, but critics haven’t been shy in speaking out against the policy.
Outrage as 1,400 Dolphins Killed in Traditional Hunt on Faroe Islands
September 21st, 2021
When old traditions collide with modern morality, which should win out? That's what many are wondering after nearly 1,500 dolphins were killed in a traditional Faroe Islands sea hunt that sparked international outrage.
Veganism Ruled as Protected Class in U.K., Comparable to Religious Belief
January 6th, 2020
A court in the U.K. just ruled that veganism constitutes a genuine philosophical or religious belief. That means vegans are now protected from employment discrimination.
Is Veganism a Religion? U.K. Man Alleges Religious Discrimination in Firing
December 5th, 2018
A U.K. man says he was fired from his job due to his vegan beliefs. Now he's alleging religious discrimination, launching a debate on whether veganism constitutes a religion.
Traditional Fur Hats Violate Animal Rights, Rabbi Says
August 30th, 2013
Chasidim, or Hasidic Jews, should stop wearing traditional fur hats because it constitutes animal cruelty, a rabbi recently declared at an animal rights conference.
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