Thanks for the book references Everett and Robert. I'm
placing an order from Amazon right now.

--- Everett Thiele <rett@...> wrote:

>>
> Islam was founded after the time of Ashoka so he
> didn't include it [religious tolerance of

non-buddhist faiths].

> But I'm sure he would have done so, if he'd had the
> chance.

When I get the book I'll read it and find out, but I
would have to guess Asoka would not tolerate all
religions. For example, if a religion had animal or
human sacrifice, or if a religion was
[violently/lethally] intolerant of other religions, if
I were ruler of the world I certainly wouldn't allow
that.
-fk








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