In Singapore, No More Lookin’ Good For Jesus
Written by Alyx on February 12th, 2008 in Religion.
allheadlinenews reports:
Singapore (CNS) - A cosmetics line called “Looking Good For Jesus” has been pulled from a leading department store in Singapore after Catholic residents protested the marketing gimmick as blasphemous. Reports said the retailing giant Top Shop in the Lion City, which is home to about 4.4 million Christians, had no choice but to clear its shelves of the products.
The makeup line sold items like “Virtuous vanilla” lip balm and a “Get Tight with Christ” hand and body cream, featuring a picture of Jesus Christ between two women.
The line is still available in the US at Blue Q and other fine retailers. Look good for Jesus while you can, ‘cuz who knows if it’ll be banned tomorrow.
February 12th, 2008 at 10:30 pm
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February 13th, 2008 at 12:29 am
Singapore is NOT home to 4.4 million Christians. Most Singaporeans are Buddhists or Taoists.
February 15th, 2008 at 10:06 am
The percentage of Christians among Singaporeans increased from 12.7% in 1990 to 14.6% in 2000. (from Wikipedia)
Singapore — Population: 4,553,009 (July 2007 est.) (from cia.gov website)
14.6% of 4,553,009 = 664,739.31
CNS has it wroooooong!