“Temple defaced after torch refusal” The Japan Times 21 April 2008
Summary:
According to this article, between Saturday night and Sunday morning, Zenkoji, the 14,00-year-old Buddhist temple in Nagano was defaced by someone with white spray, for Zenkoji decided Friday not to serve as the starting point of the Beijing Olympic touch relay for fear of the impact or the reflection of the riot in Tibet. According to the police, they are investigating the relationship between this incident and the temple’s refusal to host this event. In addition, Zenkoji official deplores the crisis of the national treasure as a guardian of cultural property, however, it was still unsolved. Some still support this event and others don’t. There should be the opinions of both sides in this issue.
Summary:
According to this article, between Saturday night and Sunday morning, Zenkoji, the 14,00-year-old Buddhist temple in Nagano was defaced by someone with white spray, for Zenkoji decided Friday not to serve as the starting point of the Beijing Olympic touch relay for fear of the impact or the reflection of the riot in Tibet. According to the police, they are investigating the relationship between this incident and the temple’s refusal to host this event. In addition, Zenkoji official deplores the crisis of the national treasure as a guardian of cultural property, however, it was still unsolved. Some still support this event and others don’t. There should be the opinions of both sides in this issue.
Opinion Statement:
It is deplorable to hear that national treasures are vandalized no matter what reason they have.
Discussion Questions:
1. What do you think about this issue?
2. Do you agree or disagree to Zenkoji official’s decision?
3. Why?
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