Is film photography forbidden by certain religions?

Contarama said:
Yes sir...thanks. :)

So no leather sofas, car seats, wallets, watch bands, etc.?
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I guess we'll have to start going on a few dates if you wanna get into such details of my daily living :p. The "etc." in my initial statement covers some common things which I didn't find necessary to mention, however; most people get the idea. Now, I will appreciate if you can give me a good reason that prompted your response, if you don't have any, I suggest you let this thread continue like the OP intended.

Regards,
Darshan
 
Darshan said:
I guess we'll have to start going on a few dates if you wanna get into such details of my daily living :p. The "etc." in my initial statement covers some common things which I didn't find necessary to mention, however; most people get the idea. Now, I will appreciate if you can give me a good reason that prompted your response, if you don't have any, I suggest you let this thread continue like the OP intended.

Regards,
Darshan
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My most humble and sincere apologies if you find my questions offensive in any way sir I can assure you that was not my intention to insult or offend you. My only motive was to maybe learn a little something that I was wholly ignorant of. I also apologize to the OP and other members for veering OT.
 
Okay now I understand the communication breakdown...:bang:

You wrote "cannot not use" and I misread it. I get it now. That second 'not' was camouflaged for me there for a minute...:D

My bad.
 
In the Santería religion rituals are not supposed to be photographed. Digital or film, does not matter. Sometimes animal sacrifices are involved.
 
When some buddhists have to eat forbidden substances, they would say:"Meat and alcohol go through your guts, while Buddha stays in your heart." I think that's some nice attitude that contributes to world peace.

I don't think film is a problem for them.
 
It seems to be more like an educational issue than a religious one. I know of no religion forbidding photography, but I have met many ignorants living by the fears of their misinterpreted religions.
 
Contarama said:
My most humble and sincere apologies if you find my questions offensive in any way sir I can assure you that was not my intention to insult or offend you. My only motive was to maybe learn a little something that I was wholly ignorant of. I also apologize to the OP and other members for veering OT.
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No worries, apology accepted.

Darshan
 
I've always thought that Islamic art isn't allowed portray animals and people. Although that doesn't stop Al Jazeera filming people and animals.
 
Pennsylvania resident. Amish in these parts. Everyone knows you don't take their picture. That they really, really don't like it. I kept waiting for someone here to say, "Amish!" I forget how regional to PA this religious group is. Still use horse and buggies, do not use mechanized automation, and if you go to an Amish restaurant, the bill is added up with a pencil and paper -- no calculator.
 
PKR said:
Many Hopi people believe a photo can steal their soul. I've never heard that it's not a problem with children?
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I obviously cannot speak for specific beliefs held by specific members of the Hopi people but in general, restrictions on photography, video, etc... are more likely due to concerns about privacy, intellectual property, respect for ceremonies and things of that nature rather than fear of having their souls stolen.

https://beyondthemesas.com/2009/12/16/photographs-villages-and-hopi-protocols/

Also if there is an institutional belief among the Hopi that photos will steal souls, then Hopi photographers would not be taking photos of other Hopis.

https://www.si.edu/Exhibitions/Seve...y-of-the-Hopi-People-by-Hopis-Themselves-2217
 
raid said:
Navajo Indian adults don't want their photos taken. Kids are OK with it. This is their culture, I was told.
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Don't know about that, man. In oljato (monument valley), as long as you paid for a guided tour no one gave a damn about what and whom you took a picture of. Actually, even before that no one cared. Same at other touristic locations like the canyons in nw arizona.
 
Laura Gilpin photographed the Navaho and produced a book "The Enduring Navaho" in the 1960's. I have a copy. This thread has motivated me to dig it out and look through it once more :)
 
raid said:
Navajo Indian adults don't want their photos taken. Kids are OK with it. This is their culture, I was told.
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The Aboriginals here in Australia have similar sensitivities and from what I gather it's to do with death and the possibilities of viewing someone who has died. Quite often television programs here that are aimed at the indigenous community will have an opening warning that there may be images in the footage of people who are deceased.
 
Slightly off topic, but I admire companies that have re-branded vinyl as vegan leather.

There are quite a few camera bags now using pleather I mean vegan leather.
 
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