Texas Students Distribute Bibles After Qur’ans and Pro-Sharia Pamphlets Were Handed Out at Public School

Wylie East High School, in Wylie Texas by Jadedwiki, Creative Commons Zero, Public Domain Dedication | Jihad Watch

A controversy that began earlier this year at a Texas high school has reignited public debate over religious expression on school grounds. The issue first emerged in February when a “Why Islam?” information table was set up at Wylie East High School, distributing copies of the Quran, pamphlets explaining Sharia law, and hijabs to students. The display drew criticism from some parents and community members, who questioned whether such outreach was appropriate in a public school environment.

In response, a counter-demonstration took place outside the school on Tuesday morning, where a group of parents, students, and local activists organized a Bible distribution event near the school’s parking lot before classes began. Their table featured copies of the Bible, miniature Jesus figurines, and faith-themed bracelets. Several participants also carried signs reading, “Bibles Not Qurans,” signaling direct opposition to the earlier Islamic outreach effort.

According to organizers, hundreds of Bibles were handed out during the event. The demonstration attracted a broad mix of participants, including families from the school district, local community leaders, and students who viewed the event as a response to what they described as unequal treatment of religious expression.

The event was organized by Dallas-Fort Worth radio host Chris Krok, who said the idea emerged after repeated requests from his audience. Krok explained that after following the February incident, many of his listeners and podcast followers encouraged him to organize a Bible handout as a peaceful response.

A key figure in bringing attention to the original controversy was Marco Hunter-Lopez, a student at Wylie East High School. Hunter-Lopez publicly raised concerns about the February event and later traveled to Washington, D.C., where he testified before a congressional hearing after being invited by Chip Roy. The hearing, titled Sharia-Free America, was held by the House Judiciary Subcommittee on Constitution and Limited Government and focused on concerns surrounding the influence of Sharia law in America.

The incident has intensified ongoing discussions about religious freedom, equal representation, and the role of faith-based activities in public schools across the United States.

(This Article was originally published by Jihad Watch)