They hate you because of me - In Sri Lanka a rumor was spread that some Christians attacked a local Buddhist temple. A rumor. The reaction to this rumor? A mob of around 500 people descended upon a Christian church and destroyed it.
The Christian Post reports, Buddhist Monks Destroy Church in Sri Lanka, Attack Pastor:
The 100 church members in attendance were told to leave by the pastor and police, who were called in earlier by the pastor when he noticed that the church’s cross was damaged.
"Fearing violence, the pastor and the police sent away the congregation. Soon after the mob – including the monks – entered the church and completely destroyed everything within, leaving only the walls standing,” said the National Christian Evangelical Alliance of Sri Lanka (NCEASL), a partner of Release International.
"The mob then turned on the pastor and five workers, beating them with clubs and rods. A police officer who attempted to shield the pastor also received blows."
Be sure to read the full article. It has more information on the political climate in Sri Lanka and other act of persecution.
The Great Separation continues.
For further information on Christian persecution around the globe the Christian Persecution Blog is a good source.
