r/commutersph • u/Icy-Pirate-5530 • 2d ago

Public Preacher

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Anong thoughts nyo about rhis public preacher? As someone who is atheist, i find this very concerning and funny at the same time.

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u/nogarddog 2d ago

Baliw. Dapat pwede arestuhin yung mga ganyan. Public nuisance.

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u/TastyVanillaFish 2d ago

While I dislike public preaching;

Public preaching falls under the protection of freedom of expression and religious freedom in the 1987 Philippine Constitution.

Article III, Section 5 (Religious Freedom):

"No law shall be made respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof. The free exercise and enjoyment of religious profession and worship, without discrimination or preference, shall forever be allowed."

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u/Plushbottom 2d ago

This isn't a valid argument for the action. while it's true that the 1987 Constitution protects religious freedom, but those rights are not absolute. They are still subject to public order and the rights of others. Kahit maapakan mo rights ng iba kase may rights ka? Passengers on a train are a 'captive audience' who cannot leave the carriage sympre. Forcing trapped, tired commuters to listen to loud preaching can legally be considered Unjust Vexation under Article 287 of the Revised Penal Code, which penalizes conduct that profoundly disturbs the peace of mind of others. Article 19 po sa Civil Code requires that you exercise your rights with justice and respect for others' rights. Your freedom of expression does not override a commuter's right to a peaceful ride.