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Courtney Lawes defended English team-mate Billy Vunipola for his support for Israel's controversial anti-gay comments.
Vunipola is due to be questioned by the Rugby Football Union after he has expressed support for a homophobic Instagram article published by Israel Folau, which is facing the overthrow of Rugby Australia for its claims that "hell is waiting" for homobaduals. Saracens at his club said they would deal with the "very serious issue" internally.
Northampton, second row, Lawes plunged into controversy with a message posted on Instagram defending Vunipola's decision to give his opinion.
Courtney Lawes defended Billy Vunipola for her support of Israel Folau
He said, "I do not have the same faith as you, my brother. So I do not share the same points of view about it, but I think you should be able to express your own opinions and beliefs as you see fit.
To all those who are angry about these articles, I ask you if you do not believe the same things, so how do these statements matter to you? Can not we disagree with someone without calling them bigoted, homophobic or any other name under the sun?
"And by the way, if you say you accept everyone, then accept it from everyone, not just the people you agree with.
The Vunipola position has also been appreciated by several international players, including Englishman Ellis Genge and Manu Tuilagi.
The first choice of England's No. 8 Vunipola will be questioned by the Rugby Football Union next week
Folau said Wednesday that "hell was waiting" for homobaduals in comments that resulted in Rugby Australia, stating that they intended to terminate his contract, thereby excluding him from the World Cup this fall.
Vunipola seemed to defend the point of view of his fellow Christian and appreciated the position of Folau. He himself states that "the man was created for the woman to be a creator, but the goal was no?"
However, the first choice of England, number 8, adds that "I do not hate anyone".
Vunipola could face disciplinary sanctions because of the homophobic position outlined in his message, although his English leaders are initially seeking talks.
After showing his support for a homophobic Instagram article published by Israel Folau
"Rugby is an inclusive sport and we do not share that view. We will meet Billy to discuss his publications on social networks, "said a spokesperson for RFU.
Vunipola was named to the bench in the Saracens match against Gallagher Premiership against Bristol on Saturday and goes to Ashton Gate knowing that his club will launch an internal investigation into comments contrary to their position on diversity.
"We recognize that people have different belief systems and we expect everyone to be treated equally with respect and humility," said the English champions' statement.
"As representatives and role models, the Saracen players have a responsibility not only to themselves, but also to the club and society in general.
Folau said on Wednesday that "hell was waiting" for homobaduals in comments that resulted in Rugby Australia, stating that they intended to terminate his contract.
"Billy Vunipola's recent social media publications are inconsistent with this and we take this case very seriously. This will be managed internally.
Both publications remain visible on player accounts. Luther Burrell, a member of the rugby league, would have appreciated the entry of Vunipola, which the 26-year-old refuses to remove.
"So this morning, I received 3 calls from people telling me to" not look like "the ticket @izzyfolau. That's my position on this subject. I do not hate anyone and I do not think I'm perfect, "said the last row of Saracens.
"There comes a time when you insult what I grew up thinking that it's enough, that's enough, what it says, it's not that." He does not like or love these people.
& # 39; He says that the life we live must be closer to what God wanted them to be. The man was created for the woman to create, that was the goal no? I'm not perfect I'm at least all on this list at least at one point in my life. It hurts to know.
"But that's why I believe that there is a God." To guide us and protect us and forgive us our trespbades as we forgive those who have offended us. & # 39;
Vunipola's mother is Reverend Iesinga Vunipola, Methodist minister, and the player has repeatedly spoken of the strength that he draws from his faith.
His recent career was interrupted by a series of serious injuries, including three arm fractures, but he appeared in the recent Six Nations campaign in England.
Although he has not yet regained form after his repeated pbades in the treatment room, he will enter the World Cup as the undisputed first choice of his position.
Stonewall, an activist for bad, gay, bibadual and transgender equality across Britain, opposes the use of religion to explain homophobic beliefs.
"Faith is often used to justify anti-LGBT views and attitudes. This is false and perpetuates the myth that LGBT faith and inclusion can not coexist, "said a spokesman.
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