The Mudcat Café TM
Thread #73819   Message #1284176
Posted By: Rabbi-Sol
29-Sep-04 - 01:31 PM
Thread Name: BS: Religious Freedom vs. Local Zoning Laws
Subject: RE: BS: Religious Freedom vs. Local Zoning Laws
Rapaire,
          There is no problem with a Catholic church or another Religion's House Of worship. It does not have to be located in the immediate residential area, because people can get into their cars and ride to it. An Orthodox Jewish synagogue on the other hand must be located within easy walking distance because Orthodox Jews are prohibited from riding on the Sabbath, which is the day that Synagogue attendance is at it's highest. This problem is unique to Orthodox Jews and does not exist in any other religion. SOL ZELLER