US tourist destroys 'blasphemous' Roman statues at the Israel Museum

Jerusalem Post ^ | 6th October 2023

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An American citizen was detained by security forces in the museum after being observed shattering the statues, which he claimed were "in violation of the Torah."

... tourist in his 40s was arrested by Israel Police on Thursday for damaging and destroying ancient Roman statues displayed at the Israel Museum in Jerusalem.

According to initial police suspicion, the tourist intentionally destroyed the statues due to them being "blasphemous" and "in violation of the Torah."

The suspect, an American citizen, was detained by security forces in the museum after being observed shattering the statues, which police said hold "sentimental" value. On Friday, the suspect's arrest was extended until Monday.

According to the museum, the suspect caused damage to two ancient Roman sculptures dating to the 2nd century CE, that were placed on display at the archaeological department's permanent exhibition. Police shared footage of sculptures shattered on the ground at the Israel Museum

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[Red Badger]

Jesuit: Society of Jesus, Catholic sect.

Used to be one of the most strict Catholic sects, now it’s gone liberal and is unrecognizable form its roots. Heck, I wonder if it’s even Christian any more...............

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jesuits