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Since 1980, there have been conflicts between Philippine-based Christian religious organizations Iglesia ni Cristo ("Church of Christ", INC) and the Members Church of God International (MCGI) when MCGI Presiding Minister Eliseo Soriano started his radio program ''Ang Dating Daan'' (ADD). Through his program he discussed biblical issues and "exposed" what he believes are wrong doctrines of other religious groups, including those of INC. In 2001, after twenty-one years of reticence, the INC launched its own program, ''Ang Tamang Daan'', as a direct response for the first time to ''Ang Dating Daan'', featuring video footages and recordings of ADD hosts as issues were tackled. Over time the animosity between the two groups has intensified, and their relationship has been severely strained. ==Background== Beginning with the broadcast of ''Ang Tamang Daan'' in June 11, 2001, INC (through SBN 21, and later Net 25, INC TV, and INC Cable TV) and MCGI (through SBN 21 and later UNTV Channel 37) aired their accusations and responses to each other's statements. Their television programs contributed largely to the aggravation of their relations. On August 16, 2004, the Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB) preventively suspended the showing of the ''Ang Dating Daan'' program for 20 days due to slander and use of offensive and obscene language by its televangelist-host Eliseo Soriano, as a means of disciplinary action.〔(SC upholds suspension of ‘Ang Dating Daan’ ) Inquirer.net, March 16, 2010〕 On September 27, 2004, the MTRCB extended the suspension to three months. Soriano challenged the action in court, arguing that the suspension imposed by the MTRCB constituted ''prior restraint'' on the media and that his language during the show's August 10, 2004 broadcast was not obscene and offensive. The court dismissed his case in favor of MTRCB.〔(SC upholds “Ang Dating Daan” suspension ) Manila Bulletin, March 16, 2010〕 On June 2005, Soriano filed a motion by recommendation of the Commission on Human Rights (CHR), saying the MTRCB violated the "right to information, communication and religion" of every Filipino.〔(CHR pasok kay Bro. Eli ) Pilipino Star Ngayon, May 27, 2005〕 On April 29, 2009, The Supreme Court upheld the suspension imposed by the MTRCB, ruling that Soriano’s statements can be treated as obscene and cannot be considered as protected speech.〔(SC upholds suspension on ‘Ang Dating Daan’ ) Inquirer.net, April 30, 2009〕 Soriano filed a motion seeking the reversal of its April 2009 decision. The Supreme Court denied Soriano's motion and affirmed the decision with finality in 2010 by an 11-4 vote, noting that “it is a sanction that the MTRCB may validly impose under its charter without running afoul of the free speech clause." The high court reminded Soriano that his program, being aired on television, is accessible to children of all ages and therefore not appropriate for a program with a “G” or for general audience rating due to his use of vulgar language and invectives.〔(High court upholds MTRCB's suspension of 'Ang Dating Daan' ) GMA News, April 30, 2009〕〔(SC upholds suspension of ‘Ang Dating Daan’ ) Inquirer.net, March 16, 2010〕 However, the Commission on Human Rights continued its administrative case against the Ombudsman, stating that the MTRCB had illegally extended the suspension and thus, created a "double suspension" effect.〔(CHR pasok kay Bro. Eli ) Pilipino Star Ngayon, May 27, 2005〕 The case stemmed from a complaint filed by members of the Iglesia ni Cristo, including its minister Michael Sandoval, due to statements of Soriano aired on August 10 referring to the minister: :''Lehitimong anak ng demonyo! Sinungaling! (son of demon! Liar! )'' :''Gago ka talaga, Michael! Masahol ka pa sa putang babae, o di ba? Yung putang babae, ang gumagana lang doon yung ibaba. Dito kay Michael, ang gumagana ang itaas, o di ba? O, masahol pa sa putang babae ‘yan. Sobra ang kasinungalingan ng mga demonyong ito. (really stupid, Michael! You’re worse than a whore! ... These demons are lying too much. )''〔(SC Upholds MTRCB Suspension of Ang Dating Daan ) Supreme Court of the Philippines, April 30, 2009〕〔(SC upholds suspension on ‘Ang Dating Daan’ ) Inquirer.net, April 30, 2009〕 抄文引用元・出典: フリー百科事典『 ウィキペディア（Wikipedia）』 ■ウィキペディアで「Conflicts between Iglesia ni Cristo and Members Church of God International」の詳細全文を読む スポンサード リンク
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