I hate Christmas! Not because of any deep emotional scars (boo hoo), but simply because I do! I'm not a Christian, so it's hypocritical of me for a start, and I simply don't enjoy the giving and recieving aspect. For a number of years now, I've wanted to be left out of the celebrations, but my family - which is large and very close - keep pursuading me to be part of it. Are they wrong for making me join in?
2006-12-22 04:12:11 · 50 answers · asked by Billy 2 in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
Louis said: 'And by the way you do not have to be religous to celebrate X-Mas '
You don't have to, but you should be, strictly speaking.
2006-12-22 04:17:21 · update #1
Blondl said: 'this is that once a year time when you can spend time with your whole family.. what's wrong with that..?? when else will you have that excuse..?? '
Well, every other day of the year actually!
2006-12-22 04:19:09 · update #2
No you are wrong for being weak minded and always getting "persuaded" into it. If you really "hate christmas" then you wouldnt be so easily persuaded. They are not wrong for trying, just like you are not wrong for hating xmas. Take a stand and be strong, dont let anyone tell you to do otherwise.
I for one also hate xmas, I find everyone who celebrates it does it for the wrong reasons. The concept doesnt make sense to me and xmas is all about "spoiling" ppl and kids getting things that they probably dont deserve. Christmas has become a frickin hoax now, it has nothing to do with Christ anymore. The whole gift giving idea is one of the dumbest ideas there are b/c it teaches kids to expect things for no reason. Especially those who are spoiled year round already, then you see those lil brats getting mad for getting things they dont want and screaming in stores for something they do want...its pathetic.
2006-12-22 04:18:05 · answer #1 · answered by gwbgod 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Dear billy Christmas is not a christian celebration. It is the birthday of Mythras who was the god which most of the Roman army worshipped so when Constantine decided to make Christianity the official Roman religion it was diplomatic to pick an existing festival for the birth of Jesus. It is also the feast of Saturnalia when the farmers would eat up any food they could not store for the winter and that is why we traditionally eat a lot. So enjoy yourself with a clear conscience it is the Christians who are hypocritical. Not an unusual situation.
Incidental Jesus was not born in 1 AD the best evidence we have is that it was a 4 BC and by 1 AD King Herod who was the evil king in the story of the birth of Jesus was already dead
2006-12-22 04:22:30 · answer #2 · answered by Maid Angela 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well its not like it a malicious thing, people just want you to have fun too. But yes, I do agree with you that it is hypocritical to celebrate something you don't believe in. Christmas is the celebreation of Jesus's birthday, if you're not religious (or of a different religion) then I don't think you should be joining in something just for the sake of material objects (gifts). What would they say if you became jewish? B/c they don't celebrate Christmas either. I think they should respect your wishes to not participate and overall, I think you are being more respectful by NOT celebrating something that for most people isn't a religious, but a material thing. Good for you for having some balls and integrity. Can you maybe just make yourself scarce when the time comes though, to just avoid the drama? Like go kick with a friend or go see a movie or whatever. The easiest way to deal with things sometimes is to just remove yourself from the situation. Good luck!
2006-12-22 04:17:34 · answer #3 · answered by Princess~C 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sort of but there is more to Christmas than just the religious aspect for many families and even the gifts. Do you not want to be around your family at all during Christmas? If that isn't the case, maybe you can just celebrate the part of the family get together.
2006-12-22 04:16:53 · answer #4 · answered by d_magical_s_sweetness 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No they are not wrong. Whether you "believe" or not, Christmas is a time for families to be together just once a year - is that too much to ask? People are so busy these days "getting on with their lives"they sometimes do not have the time to remember members of their family they may not see very often - aged aunts and uncles, nephews and nieces, not to mention brothers, sisters, parents and grandparents. Christmas is the one time of the year when you can say to all of them that you remember who they are, what they have done you for over the years, so please, make your family happy and be part of their Christmas celebrations. Merry Christmas!!
2006-12-22 04:17:15 · answer #5 · answered by blondie 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is not hypocritical of you to celebrate it, Christmas is a pegan tradition that has nothing at all to do with the bible. Some religions don't recognise it for that reason. And its a family holiday so leaving you out would bother others yes. Why are you making it so hard for everyone. It is only once a year and you can make a gift out of biting the bullet and acting like your happy to see everyone.
2006-12-22 04:16:24 · answer #6 · answered by Sandy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Quote: You don't have to, but you should be, strictly speaking Unquote:
Rubbish! The majority of what we class as Christmas was the left overs of Mithras worship. The manger and only that, is the true Christian part, that's why any ol' pagan can and do celebrate it. And so do many Moslems because Christ is a prophet to them.
Anyway back to your question. They shouldn't force you to celebrate Chrimbo if you don't want to. But try getting that across to families! Of course you could tell them you have converted to Judaism but I bet that doesn't work either.
2006-12-22 04:24:32 · answer #7 · answered by selchiequeen 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you see your entire family every stinking day as you say then you dont need another day to have a big meal and spend time with your family. However... If your not a believer of religion (which is your right to do so) then christmas is about family and being together. Its not about presents, not about how much you can spend... Its about togetherness, love, family! You dont need to join in, but for other peoples christmas in your family I'm sure they would like to see you participate.
2006-12-22 04:28:41 · answer #8 · answered by Brown Eyed Girl 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I also think it is very hypocritical for non Christians to celebrate Christmas. I do think, however, that your family loves you and just wants you to be part of this special holiday with them. If you have no real religious beliefs, then you shouldn't feel as if you are compromising anything by spending time with your family & making them happy this time of year.
2006-12-22 04:17:42 · answer #9 · answered by J-Mo 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
in no way. Many non-Christians rejoice Christmas to some quantity. i will no longer be able to communicate for the united kingdom because i've got in no way been there, yet interior the united states the trip of Christmas has grow to be so thoroughly commercialized and divorced from faith that it quite is quite undemanding for non-Christians to grant one yet another presents on Christmas. despite in case you do not have faith interior the religions that spawned Christmas, it quite is nonetheless a superb excuse to celebration and function exciting which incorporate your persons and family members. additionally, remember that not one of the favorite Christmas traditions — adorning a tree, giving presents, making a song carols — are Christian innovations; all of that stuff predates Christianity via centuries.
2016-10-15 10:51:38 · answer #10 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋