Next Meeting
Prejudice, pride, sense and sensibility
Tuesday 28th September 2010, 5pm
Hull Guildhall, Committee Room 2

We know too that whatever our differences, there is one law that binds all great religions together. Jesus told us to “love thy neighbor as thyself.” The Torah commands, “That which is hateful to you, do not do to your fellow.” In Islam, there is a hadith that reads “None of you truly believes until he wishes for his brother what he wishes for himself.” And the same is true for Buddhists and Hindus; for followers of Confucius and for Humanists. It is, of course, the Golden Rule – the call to love one another; to understand one another; to treat with dignity and respect those with whom we share a brief moment on this Earth. (President Barack Obama)

Prejudice is the child of ignorance. (William Hazlitt)

What are the sources of prejudice against strangers and their culture, religion or beliefs? Two refugees who came to Hull in different eras, one at the the time of the second World War and the other one recently - will open the discussion. The recent refugee family suffered harassment and persecution both in their own country and again in Hull. The wartime one did not meet further prejudice in Hull (is this a recent problem?) but has another take on the roots of the problem. We hope an academic perspective will be added to these personal narratives. What is your explanation?

Parking is available in the Guildhall car-park at this time but is free only after 6pm. If you arrive late and the Guildhall front door is closed, the side door is open 24/7. All welcome to come and share views, join in the discussion. With refreshments from 4.50pm.
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