I'm not racist or anything, I just was about to give a stuffed Santa toy to her for the holidays
2006-12-17 14:28:32 · 6 answers · asked by Lauren LeDorko 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Holidays ➔ Other - Holidays
Santa Clause is modeled after Saint Nicholas, who, although a very kind soul, has nothing to do with Judaism whatsoever. Chanuka, although quite commercialized (and therefore quite well-known) is actually a minor Jewish holiday, and under the surface bears no resemblance to Christmas. Still, it was a very nice thought....perhaps a less religiously oriented gift would be more suitable, though. Good luck, and merry Christmas to you!
2006-12-17 15:30:24 · answer #1 · answered by 4ever learning 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Anyone can celebrate Santa ...it has nothing to do with religion....The custom of giving gifts and exchanging gifts were started by the Persian Kings of the past....
I stand corrected...
2006-12-17 14:31:51 · answer #2 · answered by legacybiographers 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
None of the Jewish people I know do. If in doubt, ask them. It's better to ask and become educated than just ignore the issue and risk offending them.
2006-12-17 14:37:38 · answer #3 · answered by st_mel 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most don't. Some, or at least their parents, would be very offended by your poor choice. Show your friend respect.
2006-12-17 14:33:16 · answer #4 · answered by guitar teacher 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
a few
2006-12-17 14:30:39 · answer #5 · answered by george p 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no they don't
2006-12-17 14:37:37 · answer #6 · answered by Steffany E 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋