Taliban Bans Chess In Afghanistan: 'Means Of Gambling'

What a load of crap, at first I thought it was a joke. What do you think about that?

Nothing new under the sun. Various religious leaders condemned chess every now and then throughout history

To be honest, I don't think it's anywhere near the "most absurd" end of the list of things they have done since they took over the country.

I think there are more pressing matters to focus on in the world right now. Let's not forget that, unless chess is your profession, this is a pastime.

Taliban leaders got salty after losing against the bongcloud too many times lmao.

@MusicGarlic said in #2:
> Nothing new under the sun. Various religious leaders condemned chess every now and then throughout history
Indeed. This and a host of other items to avoid. Hell, oops sorry, heck even Baptists discourage premarital sex as it could lead to dancing!

chess is gambling? what is bro high on

Just be thankful and keep reminding yourself how great it is to not live in such a prison of bigotry and hypocrisy

Chess stands for logical reasoning and scientific analysis. Those values are highly discouraged in some circles.

@nadjarostowa said in #9:
> Chess stands for logical reasoning and scientific analysis. Those values are highly discouraged in some circles.

That's not the reason why activities such as chess are discouraged, but I see your angle.