In 2005 the sculpture was to be featured as part of a retrospective of Latham 's work at the Tate Britain gallery in London . After the 7 July 2005 London bombings by Islamic militants , staff members at the gallery expressed concerns that Muslims offended by the work might carry out acts of violence at the gallery . Tate Britain decided not to include the piece in the exhibition . Latham was angered by the gallery 's decision , requesting that they return the work to his possession . The controversy generated media interest and in November Tate Britain held a panel debate regarding the issue . The Tate 's decision not to display the work was widely criticised , including by Muslim groups and commentators , who accused the gallery of promoting the idea that Muslims were fanatical , intolerant , and volatile
7 July 2005 London bombings
7 July 2005 London bombings
God is Great (no. 2)