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Debate over Quran verse 2:256 and treatment of LGBT people in Malaysia

Original: 2:256 is part of Islamic teaching (no compulsion in accepting religion). Harassment towards a group of people, such as L

A discussion has emerged around Quran verse 2:256, which teaches there is no compulsion in religion. Commenters argue that harassing LGBT people amounts to interpersonal abuse and contradicts Islamic teachings against abusive behaviour, with Malaysia cited as a country whose actions allegedly run counter to this principle. The exchange reflects ongoing tension between religious doctrine and treatment of sexual minorities in Muslim-majority societies.

Why now: Ongoing debate in Malaysia over the treatment of LGBT people in light of Islamic teachings

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• 2:256 is part of Islamic teaching (no compulsion in accepting religion). Harassment towards a group of people, such as LGBT people, is interpersonal abuse and this violates Islamic teachings against abusive behaviour. So, in my opinion, Malaysia is actually acting against… · context8439 · 2

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