Quakers had always been persecuted for their beliefs since the sect was established in the mid-17th century.

Mr. Wamwere has said he is being persecuted for his political beliefs.

"Life is hard, yes," he said, "but they're not persecuted for their religious beliefs."

They were also gravely persecuted for their religious beliefs.

Already we are to be persecuted for our beliefs.

No alien shall be persecuted or harassed for his religious beliefs, while he respects of the state.

However, in Vietnam, for instance, citizens are still being persecuted for their religious beliefs and practices.

I am including in this countries where Christians and other religious minorities are persecuted for their beliefs.

It is extremely worrying that in 2011, people are still being persecuted for their beliefs.

He was persecuted and imprisoned repeatedly for his beliefs.