To laugh at someone when they get hurt? Read on...
Not bad hurt... say they just bump their head or something like that. Say they are also laughing at themselves.
So... is it wrong or sinful to laugh with them / at them because they got hurt?
What about laughing at yourself when you hurt yourself? Is that OK?
2006-07-01 11:54:12 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Ray... um, what? That was a prime example of dancing around the Q. It's just a little Q about humor. Lighten up.
2006-07-01 12:14:43 · update #1
I'm not sure why you're worried about it but......
I find it hysterical watching someone bump, trip, fall down, etc. I can't help it, and I can't explain it. As a matter of fact, when I stub my toe or something, I laugh hysterically.
2006-07-01 11:58:40 · answer #1 · answered by paintgirl 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Wrong? Well, it is generally considered poor manners to laugh at someone who has hurt his or her head. In my opinion, your first instinct should be along the lines of " Are you all right?" The injured person may laugh out of embarassment, shock, or confusion... that does not mean that you should laugh along with them. Even a slip or a bump can cause problems which are not easily seen. To be on the safe side check your friend for injuries... and don't accept their word for it. Your friend may not be aware of the injury. For example, I have neuropathy in my feet, which mean that I cannot always feel pain. Sometimes my husband has to tell me that I am bleeding on the floor when I have cut myself and didn't feel it. One of my friends bumped his head, said he was all right and passed out as soon as he stood up. Observe your friend for any symptoms and get help, if indicated.
2006-07-01 19:09:27 · answer #2 · answered by bizime 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why do you think America's Funniest Home Videos has been on the air for like 20 years? Or the enduring popularity of the Three Stooges. It's all the same thing, and if being human is wrong or sinful, then I guess we all join that club.
2006-07-01 19:15:59 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Bible says laughter is like good medicine.
Proverbs 17:22
"A merry heart doeth good like a medicine: but a broken spirit drieth the bones."
There are even reports of people who have had serious illness - like cancer who've turning to watching videos of comedies to help them feel better. Comedian Gilda Radner (former SNL cast member) was one of them.
Laughter also helps to ease tension- especially in awkward or embarassing situations like bumping your head
So much for Bible skeptics.....
2006-07-01 19:10:14 · answer #4 · answered by 1derous1 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Here is what God's word says...
James 4:17 Therefore to him that knoweth to do good, and doeth it not, to him it is sin.
So if you do something knowing that it is the wrong thing to do, you have sinned.
Ray
http://www.prophezine.com
2006-07-01 19:10:37 · answer #5 · answered by Ray G 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I usually laugh at myself when I get hurt. It's okay depending on who you laugh at. facial expression is a que. If they are laughing- then it's okay to laugh-If they are crying then don't laugh.
2006-07-01 18:59:47 · answer #6 · answered by roxylee11782 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I sometimes laugh,it is a spur of the moment thing
2006-07-01 19:58:54 · answer #7 · answered by Joey 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Laughing with them is fine, laughing at them is another story.
2006-07-01 18:59:44 · answer #8 · answered by rhymingron 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
By the sounds, you seem as if you feel bad for doing it, so I think you just answered your question.
Besides that, it's what America's Funniest Videos is all about.
2006-07-01 19:03:47 · answer #9 · answered by x0x_dev0n_x0x 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
laughter is a stress relief, so it is natural when you fear the worse from an injury and realize that it is only a minor thing. so in that sense it is a good reaction
2006-07-01 18:57:42 · answer #10 · answered by Mike is me 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋