Why do ppl get offended when they ask me what is your christian name and i say i dont have one nor want one?

Question

Why can't they just ask what is your name?

Next thing you know they'll ask you what is your christian height and christian weight!

Answer 1

Likely because they're Christian and any belief other than their own threatens theirs and they've been taught that anyone who doesn't believe the same as them is evil.

I like your response, though. I plan on doing the same from now on.

Answer 2

Unfortunately, as time has progressed, people have gotten away from courtesy in general and religious overtones in their language. Many forget (or choose to ignore) the fact that this is NOT a Christian country but a country of religious freedom for all religions, so they take for granted their opinion and belief system and therefore expect everyone else to share both.

Being both a Christian AND a Druid, I empathize with you...and I apologize for my arrogant brothers and sisters in Christ for their lack of courtesy and respect...and I understand your rightful indignation and irritation.

In the United States, especially, we have gotten away from using term 'given name' for a person's first name.

However, although you are offended when they use the term 'Christian name' for your 'given or first name,' your answer, especially if spoken with a sarcastic tone or with anger inflected in your voice, would be offensive to most Christians. You might want to consider getting the message across in a more diplomatic manner; for instance: "I am not a Christian, so my given name is not a Christian name; however, my given name is..." You may find that an answer along those lines might trigger a conversation rather than an offense to them or you.

Btw, originally, a 'Christian' name was one that a person took on when they were baptized and confirmed as a Christian after converting to Christianity.

Answer 3

Just so you know... I'm a Christian and don't even know what a "Christian name" is nor how to get one nor why you would want one. I'm not sure what type of "Christians" are asking you this question but most likely either you or they are misinterpreting each other. Chances are this is a communication issue and not a religious one!

Answer 4

The only way for you to "Have a Christian name" besides being given it after your born. Is to be Christened, and from there you have your "Christian name".
Here are basically three sorts of Christening services:

· Services of Blessing, which are based what Jesus did when children were brought to him: “he took the children in his arms, laid his hands on them, and blessed them” (Mark 10:13-16). These are about receiving God’s unconditional love. The service of Thanksgiving for the Gift of a Child in the Church of England’s Common Worship book (p337) is an example of this.

· Services of Dedication, which are about the parents making promises about the upbringing of their children. These services are common in Baptist churches.

· Services of Infant Baptism, which declare the child to be a follower of Jesus Christ (but, of course, the service can’t make someone a follower of Jesus because that is their own personal decision.)

To some extent the different emphases above overlap in some cases, and an atmosphere of thanksgiving to the child’s birth and life is common to all three.



Only few "Denominations" do this event, all it is, is baptizing a baby after birth. Mostly the Church of England

Answer 5

They get offended because you are being rude. Couldn't you just say "I don't have one" and leave off the "Nor do I want one"?

Your given name could be considered your christian name. Especially if you have been baptized.

Answer 6

because they are ignorant. the first actual recorded documentation became from the Bishop of Antioch St. Ignatius the letter to the smyrnaeans 100 and ten ad. wherein he obviously addresses the Christian Church because the Catholic Church. What has surpassed off is that many have made declare to being the real Catholic Church, inclusive of the Orthodox which appropriately potential "real" which no good Christian would have boasted about with the aid of the undeniable fact which will be boastful, or perhaps Protestants had tried to make this declare with none info. besides the undeniable fact that the first Protestants originated in the course of the sixteenth century inspite of what incorrect information those human beings are starting to be from their denominations. the first 3 dominant Protestant moves became Protestantism, Anabaptistism, and Anglicanism. in actual incontrovertible reality that Church of Rome under no circumstances schism and under no circumstances had to make the declare that they were "Orthodox", because in very reality that they had consistently been the Catholic Church. in case you examine historic previous you'll discover out the reason why the Assyrian Church of the East schism from the Catholic Church (Nestorianism), why the Oriental Orthodox (Coptic) Church (Monophysitism) schism from the Catholic Church, and why the jap Orthodox Church schism from the Catholic Church (Nationalism).

Answer 7

well noone has a christian name, if you look in a baby book that has like thousands of names there is not category for christian. so when they ask that then say that to them. my name is erica and it is scandanavian. and my daughters name is winter and it is old english. your name is from joseph wich is hebrew. if you go to the link below and go to the drop box it will show you there is no listing for christian. the other link it the dictionary meaning of christian name

Answer 8

You are dealing with a mind set that insists everyone is a christian. Your answer, though, is also not in good taste. Leave off the "nor want one"

Answer 9

I believe "christian name" is just referring to your first name. It's just an old fashioned way of saying it! Everyone is different. Don't be so picky.

Lola & Giselle

Answer 10

Joey? I hate to break it to you, but you were named after the guy who married Jesus' mom. You're like Christ's step-dad. Wayyyy.