Spats, this is where my point comes in. There are precedents for other religions seemingly popularized for the purpose of getting around a law. If a new religion were to spring up and become popularized saying that we must have a weapon in reach at all times, would it be permissible?
I think the way to look at it is to go to the furthest extreme and then decide what we're looking at. We know that certain religions are allowed to carry a weapon. Are any religions allowed to open carry automatic weapons and destructive devices? If no, how about to own or concealed carry? What about open carry of a semi automatic weapon? What if the religion specifically states that you must make use of the best available weaponry?
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