Banning gambling or religious reasons.

[Lida93]

Greetings guys, am hoping this hasn't being discussed before.

I would try to summarise long story short. This post was activated by a comment from a fellow user in a topic in the gambling board about countries banning gambling. But what would happen in a country with two major religions, one don't have a problem with gambling, the other does.

So I have a few questions, be careful to express your thoughts in a way it doesn't insult any religion, let have a meaningful discussion.

1_ Would it be fair or is it against the right of the other religious people who have no problems on the existence of gambling in the country but gambling has to be banned just because the other religion frowns against it?

2_ Wouldn't a  well-defined regulations be the best solution as way of exercising and expressing a serving feeling of respect and equality for all citizens of different faith? Because placing a ban would appear to be a support and unequal on one faith against the other.

[Slow death]

Well, I'll give you an example from my country. Here, there are all kinds of religions; each person chooses their own, but the government mixes governance issues with religion, and it has worked well. Here, gambling is legal and widely promoted by the government itself. Just yesterday, my country's government awarded the best casino and the best betting house.

They do this every year to encourage casinos and betting houses to provide good services, sponsor as many events as possible, and create as many jobs as possible. People whose religion doesn't allow gambling should simply ignore it; it costs absolutely nothing. In the stores of people whose religion doesn't allow pork, they don't sell pork, and no one from other religions in my country complains; they simply go to the store where they do. I see no reason for fights or prohibitions.

[Oshosondy]

In the countries that banned gambling because of religion, most people in the country are practicing that religion that forbids gambling. If it is just half of the population that are practicing the religion while other half population supports gambling, it is very likely that the country will support gambling. In some Muslim countries for example, they can use Sharia law to bend some of the laws but to people in their region and not the whole country. But that will be just land based gambling and not online because there is no how they will be able to block people that are gambling online in their region if the whole country have a law in support of gambling.

[sunsilk]

Greetings guys, am hoping this hasn't being discussed before.

I would try to summarise long story short. This post was activated by a comment from a fellow user in a topic in the gambling board about countries banning gambling. But what would happen in a country with two major religions, one don't have a problem with gambling, the other does.

So I have a few questions, be careful to express your thoughts in a way it doesn't insult any religion, let have a meaningful discussion.

1_ Would it be fair or is it against the right of the other religious people who have no problems on the existence of gambling in the country but gambling has to be banned just because the other religion frowns against it?

2_ Wouldn't a  well-defined regulations be the best solution as way of exercising and expressing a serving feeling of respect and equality for all citizens of different faith? Because placing a ban would appear to be a support and unequal on one faith against the other.

1. I think there is fairness for both religions and they respect each other beliefs and values. So, if the other is fine with gambling and the other is not.

There will be boundaries and certain rules about it. Like in a border or place where it's more with the religion that doesn't allow, then it's best not to place any gambling shops there.

2. Yeah, that's what must be done by the government to put a balance in all of them that have different faith in respect to them.

[Wiwo]

We have government that rule the affairs of every citizen and whatever the government says in regulation guides the conduct of citizens within the state this is why we have regional and federal laws, in an area where there are high density of religious activities there may be peculiar laws that guides each conduct and in such regions if gambling is banned then anyone leaving there should be ready to abide by the laws.

[Awaklara]

1_ Would it be fair or is it against the right of the other religious people who have no problems on the existence of gambling in the country but gambling has to be banned just because the other religion frowns against it?

In making rules, I guess they will not consider whether it is fair or not, but more on the benefits gained by the country. In this case, to prevent citizens from gambling addiction, which could impact the country's economy. 
Furthermore, whether it truly prevents their citizens from gambling? Not necessarily. 
For countries with natural resources to meet their national needs, they would not consider income from gambling tax management. So they choose to prohibit gambling as a precaution against potential gambling addiction impacts.

[Ojinga]

For a democratic country, I do not support the fact that gambling has to be banned obviously because the other religion frowns at it.
Remember, gambling is a game and it is always advise that only persons above the age of 18 should be allowed to gamble and anyone below the age indulging in it, is doing so at their own risk.
Everyone is supposed to have the freedom to decide wetter to gamble or not and not it been banned because another religion does not support it.
I don’t think a democratically elected government will ban gambling boldly by simply saying one religion doesn’t like it and as such it is banned. Even if the motive behind it was religion, I’m sure it will be politicized and banned on other reasons.

I also agree with you that, imposing some strict rules rather than banning it would be far more better option.

[Findingnemo]

Which religion allows gambling?

Christianity? Islam? Buddhism? AFAIK, every religion directly prohibits gambling or atleast discourages it when people did it but they have reasons when people needed something to guide so they avoided all kind of distractions in the name of religion but now we are more socialized and capable of understanding the nuances and can act according to that.

[Shadiq]

If you are asking about religion, I don't think there is any religion that explicitly legalizes gambling. I can't provide evidence for all religions, but I generally know that all major religions have either made gambling illegal or discouraged it. Even if there are ten different religious groups in a country, it wouldn't be difficult to make gambling illegal based on religious morality. Because all religious leaders would vote to make gambling illegal.

I will not argue against any government's decision, there are still many countries where the country is not governed by religious principles, but rather have their own constitutions that can be changed. Many countries have legalized gambling and the government encourages gambling. There are different laws on gambling depending on the country, but it is discouraged or illegal based on religion.

[goldkingcoiner]

Greetings guys, am hoping this hasn't being discussed before.

I would try to summarise long story short. This post was activated by a comment from a fellow user in a topic in the gambling board about countries banning gambling. But what would happen in a country with two major religions, one don't have a problem with gambling, the other does.

So I have a few questions, be careful to express your thoughts in a way it doesn't insult any religion, let have a meaningful discussion.

1_ Would it be fair or is it against the right of the other religious people who have no problems on the existence of gambling in the country but gambling has to be banned just because the other religion frowns against it?

2_ Wouldn't a  well-defined regulations be the best solution as way of exercising and expressing a serving feeling of respect and equality for all citizens of different faith? Because placing a ban would appear to be a support and unequal on one faith against the other.

I do not think we should start a dangerous precident of banning things just because someone is offended by it personally, culturally or religiously. If your religion forbids you to gamble, then do not gamble. But to ask of others to follow the rules of your religion, when it is not their religion, is pure arrogance of the highest form and will lead to the banning of everything and anything.

What's next, do we pander to the wishes and desires of anyone as long as they find something offensive?

[Su-asa]

In Nigeria, their are many religions both Christians, Moslems and traditional religions. But it is not all of the religions that see gamble as a thing of fun or fair, some of these religions ban their fellow believers from gambling. But truth be told that it is not all of those religions believers that actually do not gamble. Some of them gamble secretly to the point that even their fellow believers or family that believes in the same thing with them do not know. I'm not here to say who's right and who's wrong but what I will say is that not all of them actually stop to gamble even when their religion did not accept gambling.
However, most of them really believes gambling is only when you go to a casino or gamble through online casinos, but one can even gamble with their friends even without them knowing.

[Dunamisx]

1_ Would it be fair or is it against the right of the other religious people who have no problems on the existence of gambling in the country but gambling has to be banned just because the other religion frowns against it?

When things like this happens, they made it a vote and casted it to know the percentage of those who will be in support and those against the idea to ban gambling, knowing that the law makers are also not a constitute of only religion, but inclusively the other religion.

2_ Wouldn't a  well-defined regulations be the best solution as way of exercising and expressing a serving feeling of respect and equality for all citizens of different faith? Because placing a ban would appear to be a support and unequal on one faith against the other.

We have to take religious out of it in this context first, because the government has right and every reason to allow or ban gambling and any related activities, but the best approach in this manner is for them to allow a fair regulations to guide every operations of gambling, because it is not against human existence to gamble, it's never a crime, but a means of getting entertainments.

[Cryptohygenic]

Gambling can only be religiously regulated if the region or country has only one and strict religious belief but can not be effective where there are other kind of religious believers. But in the case of considering religious dominance and minorities involved with politics, it can be possible while in the case of authorities having respect for every religious where they shares equal rights in the societies will not ban gambling while everyone reacts according to their beliefs. Since gambling is not my force, you can resist to play it if it is against your religion practices while the other religion may gamble. Moreover gambling is usually individual decision and not pegged on religion.

[Ronsbit]

OP, I see no basis for which gambling should be banned in a country because a religion prohibits such and the other doesn't. Let me use my country as an example. On my country, there are over 100 ethnic groups and traditions both those that accepts such and those that does not but in all the government didn't put a ban on gambling because they too understand that everyone has the right to entertainment and also they benefit from it as taxes are paid by the casino and betting house which serves as revenue for the government and those funds are being used for economic and social development in the nation.

With all these, I see no reason to put a ban on it except for nations with one religion and belief system and have other reliable sources of revenue for themselves as a nation. Otherwise the citizens should be allowed to entertain themselves through games and other fun doing activities that also avail them the opportunity to make gains as they desire.

[Floxynice]

In a country with diverse religions with different beliefs and doctrines, the government should not get involved in religious matters because no matter how careful they try to handle matters that concerns religious matters, one party will definitely feel cheated.

Gambling should never be banned simply because one religion forbids it. Why impose a particular religious lifestyle on others who don't have such restrictions? If gambling must be banned, it should be because the government has observed the negative impact of gambling on the citizens, hence the need to call for its ban. This should be about putting the people's wellbeing first as a main priority and not any religion.

To settle the issues of religion, this is where the constitution with reasonable rules and regulations becomes important.

[o48o]

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1_ Would it be fair or is it against the right of the other religious people who have no problems on the existence of gambling in the country but gambling has to be banned just because the other religion frowns against it?

2_ Wouldn't a  well-defined regulations be the best solution as way of exercising and expressing a serving feeling of respect and equality for all citizens of different faith? Because placing a ban would appear to be a support and unequal on one faith against the other.

Answer to both questions: If the government forces the religion B to follow the rules of religion A, then what's even is the significance of religion B? And why does government allow it to exist in the first place, since they are clearly forcing the religion A.

Is this some hypothetical situation, or are you referring to something that exist? I am willing to bet that if said theocracy exists, then different faiths wouldn't hold any significance. In fact they could be illegal.

[Mahanton]

In a country with diverse religions with different beliefs and doctrines, the government should not get involved in religious matters because no matter how careful they try to handle matters that concerns religious matters, one party will definitely feel cheated.

Gambling should never be banned simply because one religion forbids it. Why impose a particular religious lifestyle on others who don't have such restrictions? If gambling must be banned, it should be because the government has observed the negative impact of gambling on the citizens, hence the need to call for its ban. This should be about putting the people's wellbeing first as a main priority and not any religion.

To settle the issues of religion, this is where the constitution with reasonable rules and regulations becomes important.

In a country where people follow different religions with their own beliefs and traditions the government should always remain neutral the moment it starts to interfere or favor one religion over another things become unfair and tensions rise one group will always feel left out or discriminated against even if the decision was made with good intentions. Religion is a personal matter it guides how individuals live their lives but it should never dictate how an entire nation is governed laws and policies must be based on logic facts and the overall well being of the people not on religious teachings if gambling is to be banned it should only be because of the harm it causes such as addiction or financial destruction not because a religion forbids it forcing a religious rule on everyone else takes away freedom and turns faith into a political weapon.

This is exactly why the constitution is important it provides a common ground for everyone regardless of belief the constitution ensures equality and fairness by setting boundaries that protect both the freedom of religion and the freedom from religion governments should always rely on these legal principles when making decisions instead of giving in to religious pressure. When religion stays within personal practice and the government follows the constitution society stays more peaceful people can worship how they want and others who don’t share that belief can live freely without fear of being judged or controlled that balance is what keeps a country united despite its differences.

[Royal Cap]

Actually in countries that follow a religious policy, gambling is usually banned as a result of religious policy. Like, in Islamic countries gambling is explicitly forbidden so it is considered a crime under state law. On the other hand in Christian or Buddhist majority countries it is morally questionable but not completely prohibited.

1_ Would it be fair or is it against the right of the other religious people who have no problems on the existence of gambling in the country but gambling has to be banned just because the other religion frowns against it?

To be honest, laws are always influenced by the majority culture but a fair state tries to protect the freedom of minorities. In Malaysia or Indonesia gambling is prohibited for Muslims, but allowed in some cases for non Muslims. This is a kind of middle ground where religious restrictions are maintained yet the state does not directly interfere with the personal choices of citizens of other religions.

2_ Wouldn't a  well-defined regulations be the best solution as way of exercising and expressing a serving feeling of respect and equality for all citizens of different faith? Because placing a ban would appear to be a support and unequal on one faith against the other.

I think yes,  a specific rule is actually a more reasonable solution. In this way followers of each religion can follow their own religious principles and those who adhere to other beliefs can enjoy their freedom within the limits of the law. In this way, the state does not completely lose its secularism nor does it ignore religious values.

[Fortify]

Greetings guys, am hoping this hasn't being discussed before.

I would try to summarise long story short. This post was activated by a comment from a fellow user in a topic in the gambling board about countries banning gambling. But what would happen in a country with two major religions, one don't have a problem with gambling, the other does.

So I have a few questions, be careful to express your thoughts in a way it doesn't insult any religion, let have a meaningful discussion.

1_ Would it be fair or is it against the right of the other religious people who have no problems on the existence of gambling in the country but gambling has to be banned just because the other religion frowns against it?

2_ Wouldn't a  well-defined regulations be the best solution as way of exercising and expressing a serving feeling of respect and equality for all citizens of different faith? Because placing a ban would appear to be a support and unequal on one faith against the other.

Name one country in the world that has two equally sized religions that more than 40% of the population follow. I'm fairly sure none exist because there always tends to be a heavily dominant religion due to the way that religion tries to convert followers. This will also mean that whatever dominant religion in a country exists, most people will be required to follow it's rules unless it has migrated away to a more secular form of government. It's the reality that exists right now and you can see it happening around the world. Unless the religion is mature enough to co-exist with others then it will generate friction and suppression, which people don't tend to take very kindly - often invoking civil war where one side will usually win out, at great cost.

[Lida93]

For a democratic country, I do not support the fact that gambling has to be banned obviously because the other religion frowns at it..

Well, talking of democratically elected government in a divided religious society, the topic of ban on gambling could be employed by the politicians to use as propaganda in getting into power during election campaigns to capture the mindset of the people just to increase vote and this can affect how some people select their leaders.

Which religion allows gambling?

Christianity? Islam? Buddhism? AFAIK, every religion directly prohibits gambling or atleast discourages it when people did it but they have reasons when people needed something to guide so they avoided all kind of distractions in the name of religion but now we are more socialized and capable of understanding the nuances and can act according to that.

Yes, none of the religions you have up there encourages gambling, but at least, there are some religions that leaves it to the individuals conscience by his faith to choose not to engage in it by any excuse for a distraction or socializing means, but some religions carry it on itself to influence a total ban of it's operation within their jurisdictions.