There is this girl at school who has always had it in for me. My mom got remarried last year & my last name changed from a German sounding one to an Irish sounding one. Ok, so when they called my name in class this girl says "what happened to your Jew name?" & everyone laughed.
Then, I wore a cross my mom gave me as a present & she tugged on it & said "why are you wearing that, you don't look like a Chrisitian, you look like a ugly Jew"
She is really giving me this complex that I "look Jewish" and that means "look ugly" and that everyone can tell. Not that there is anything wrong w/ being Jewish if you are, but I feel like if I wear my cross people are going to think I am not really Christian. Does this make sense?
2006-09-13 13:59:36 · 27 answers · asked by kat m 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
I have reported her but they don't care, she is a cheerleader & everyone knows her mom is in the pta & stuff.
I just want to know so I can know she is lying is it true that you can tell by looks if someone is Christian (or Jewish)
2006-09-13 14:04:08 · update #1
thats just silly teenage girls -- sounds like she actually likes you and is looking for a way to be close without having to be close. i know that sounds weird but man, it's a girl thing and until we figure out our own lives -- it's easier to pick on someone elses.
your Christianinty is not worn on the outside - but rather the inside! it's not wearing a cross that shows others your faith, but rather your words, actions and thoughts.
i know many very good looking Jewish men so -- take it as a compliment!
hang in there! you do make sense but don't let her or anyone else get your down!!! God has told us that there will be those who hate and persecute us all because of HIm -- enjoy it -- you're standing up for your faith all for the love of God!!!!
God bless you and keep the faith! the right girl will come along one day and trust me - at your 20 year reunion well.....
just wait and see ; )
2006-09-13 14:04:07 · answer #1 · answered by Marysia 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
First of all if you are Christian, wear the cross and be proud. It seems more like you are afraid people think you are Jewish and that this is somehow a stigma. If she keeps at it, she must somehow know it gets to you. You have to be able to laugh at the whole thing. She says, what happened to your Jew name, you laugh and respond like your best friends - sound casual and say, oh just got tired of it and changed it. use humor, do not let her see that she bothers you.--that is what gives her power.
Have a little sit down with her - just the two of you, look her in the eye and ask her to tell you honestly what her problem is with you.
If she continues, you have to avoid her, stick to your own friends and fine tune your sense of humor--you'll need it. There are girls like her all throughout life. I'd suggest you knock her on her a** but that would get you kicked out of school.
2006-09-13 21:07:05 · answer #2 · answered by chris 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Are you a Christian? Wear the necklace! Kids can be so cruel! This girl has some major insecurities to give you such a hard time. Tell this girl to read her bible because she is giving you a compliment because Jews are the chosen ones!!!! Jesus was is a Jew! If that doesnt work then take her off school grounds after school hrs and knock the crap out of her, Just kidding I know you would like to but WWJD?
2006-09-13 21:06:57 · answer #3 · answered by linda l 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The only thing I see wrong in your story is that mean young lady you have the miss fortune of going to school with. She must feel very insecure about herself to be so rude and hateful to another person.
Next time she starts one of her shoes at your expense ask he in front of everyone if she claims to be a christian. If she answers yes then say isnt one of the teachings for christinaty to love your neighbor along with do not judge others also treat others as you wish to be treated. Then ask her if she "looks like" a christian when she conducts herself in such a way. Then just flat out ask her, what have I ever done to you to make you have so much hatred for me?
Just be true to who you are and don't let her influence that, she would be winning if she made you change who or what you are because she is such a mean person.
Hope it gets better.
2006-09-13 21:12:08 · answer #4 · answered by SpecialK 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
What does it matter. The girl was not a Christian, just a member of a church. The word of God says, by their fruits you shall know them. The true Christian can be Identified by his works, not his looks. As for looking Jewish , My son has the same problem. But he is known to be a Christian because of his works. How many kids have you witnessed to. 30, 60 100 or none.
All of your answers are in you, do some soul searching and read your Bible, become what you claim and your problems will cease.
2006-09-13 21:09:03 · answer #5 · answered by ? 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Jesus was Jewish. She is the one that is not acting like a Christian. If she believes in Jesus Christ (like Christians do) Then she should know that she is not acting the way Jesus would want her to. Next time just tell her....If Jesus was standing beside you, would you still say these things to me. If not...then you may need to rethink your own religion. As for my name, I have a wonderful new father who loves me so much that he wanted me to have his name. I am sorry that you have not had the same feeling of love, because if you had, you wouldn't be such a snob. Now as for your name calling and commits, Say what you will. God loves me, My Mom and new Dad loves me and I don't need you or your approval. I am very proud of my Jewish background as well as my Christianity.
2006-09-13 21:16:21 · answer #6 · answered by duck 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There is NOTHING wrong with being know as a Jew! A cross does not make you a Christian. It's what's in your heart that makes you a Christian. Do not worry about what other people say or do you will be a lot happier.
2006-09-13 21:05:01 · answer #7 · answered by whataboutme 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Report them to someone and let them know she is harassing you. It doesn't matter how you look it is she that has the problem.
She more then likely has some need to put you down in order to feel proud of herself.
You don't need to deal with her, just report her and make sure you follow through with the report, anything more then that is not worth your time. If they don't do anything about it then the next time she says something punch her in the face. It is violence, yes, but sometimes thats the only way to make people understand that there are consequences.
2006-09-13 21:06:55 · answer #8 · answered by aiji.tenchijin 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Why are you worried if someone thinks you don't look Christian? I'd be celebrating! Thinks of what most good Christians are supposed to look like.....well, you get the picture.
Remember: "Once you do Jew, nothing else will do!".
2006-09-13 21:05:31 · answer #9 · answered by adphllps 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
She's just a stupid bully. If it wasn't this "looks Jewish" thing, she would find something else to torment you about. I recommend you tell the teacher or the principal that she is bullying you, and if she keeps it up, it is perfectly correct to defend yourself. No need to get any kind of complex.
2006-09-13 21:04:19 · answer #10 · answered by Smiley 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋