Out society is becoming bound by the fear of offending non believers. It discust me. For instance I love the color yellow, but only as paint, or in flowers. Not as a streak down a person's spine. I have heard that in some locations it is against the law to display "Merry Christmas." So with this in mind, I quess I think it puts believers in a position to just come on out display what the truth is. Do you agree? If not why?
2006-12-05 13:29:15 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
I think if people are offended by Merry Christmas, then they'll be even more offended by Happy Birthday Jesus. I personally am not offended, but some might
2006-12-05 13:32:50 · answer #1 · answered by Michelle R 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No I do not agree with you. At all.
First off, everyone needs to stop being offended. We live in a world that is really, really, really, diverse and you should be able to say or put up a sign saying anything you damn well please. People can really just get over it. I'm not a Christian, but you should be able to post your Merry Christmas sign 365 days a year if you want to.
Now about your question... Christianity in defenition is a relationship between YOU and GOD. Thats it. So if you believe in the Bible, WHY WOULD YOU CARE TO (quote; un-quote) "Put believers in a position to just come on out and display the truth." its not a popularity contest or club (although at times I know it gets confusing) If you have a relationship with your god, great. Put up a sign that says "Have a merry day or God loves you" if you want, you'll be spreading the same word... You still win.
I think thats what Jesus would say :)
2006-12-05 13:51:46 · answer #2 · answered by alastingepiphany 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes I agree with you but I still write Merry Christmas whenever I get a chance. It infuriates me to think that I should be ashamed of my Savior because I might offend someone. If they want to say "HAPPY (insert your god here)" I could care less. Just don't try to stop me. I'm proud of my heritage. I make TV commercials for a living and anytime I can C/G in Merry Christmas, I do it. Clients don't mind. And I never write merry Xmas when I'm crunched for space, I at least write merry cmas cause then I know what it means. OK now I'm off my soapbox!
2006-12-05 13:39:22 · answer #3 · answered by G-pops 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sure, in fact they sell Christmas cards that say that.
Whether or not someone is a believer does not change the value of the words "Merry Christmas", since Christ was born and became the savior of the sins of all men even those who reject Him. Seems to me only Jews would be offended because they don't believe Jesus is the Christ, regardless He is so:
Merry Christmas to all!
2006-12-05 13:34:19 · answer #4 · answered by phoenix_slayer2001uk 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
:-) Good point. There actually is no definite date set for the birth of Jesus in the bible. But we all celebrate the birth of Jesus on the 25th of December. So just say either one, and those that can't handle hearing the words Merry Christmas are worrying about the wrong things.
2006-12-05 13:37:26 · answer #5 · answered by Rick 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Please don't think I am attacking you, I am not, I am simply stating my opinion as you have stated yours...I think from what you wrote, that it is unfortunate that you are so closed minded about this subject but your opinion is not unusual in my experience, just like we have freedom of religion here in the U.S., we have (or should have)freedom 'from' religion, and just because someone doesn't believe or act like you automatically make them 'bad' or OK to disrespect, or push off and or bulldoze your beliefs all over them... Its known as not being prejudiced and small minded (and hearted)realizing that our world, our country is made up of a rich diversity of people...and You can say or do all the Merry Christmas and Happy Birthday Jesus in your own home, with your own family and friends, and with others that share your religious beliefs but outside in the rest of the world, it is courteous and thoughtful to simply say or write Happy Holidays, I don't think anyone of any religion, or anyone with no religion would find it objectionable, and isn't the point of all this to wish someone warm regards, showing good will towards men (and women) and all rest that goes with it...forget the semantics, btw, HAPPY HOLIDAYS! (sincerely)
2006-12-05 13:43:58 · answer #6 · answered by kewtber 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think a very small portion of the population (with the help of the ACLU) decided to make a big stink out of an American holiday. As a result Christians and people who are just tired of the political correctness technicalities decided to fight back, good for them.
2006-12-06 17:06:08 · answer #7 · answered by plebes02 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If it's what you practice...it's "Merry Christmas" in my world. I'm so sick of bending over backwards for others that choose to come to this country and we have to change. Dang it! They came here, they better be prepared for it. Would they dismiss the way they celebrated a holiday just because we all come over to their country?
2006-12-05 13:32:10 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yeah do it, it's vastly more awesome. OR you could send cards saying "Rock Out on Jesus Day" with Jesus on the cover strumming an electric guitar. You should be able to celebrate your faith in any way you want in whatever words you want.
2006-12-05 13:31:36 · answer #9 · answered by Kwisatz Haderach 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Actually Jesus wasn't born on Christmas, even though that's symbolically what you're celebrating.
syncretism of religious holidays occurred between romans and christians after constantine's rule.
2006-12-05 13:31:35 · answer #10 · answered by Neha S 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋