I'm a non-denominational Christian and like the concept behind the Choose The Right band. However, I wonder if it is a strictly Mormon thing, will people assume I'm Mormon if I wear one?
2007-03-08 08:11:13 · 10 answers · asked by Lace . 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Before I get rants, let me clarify that I'm not bashing anoyone in the writing of this, I don't have problems with Mormons.
2007-03-08 08:12:04 · update #1
The CTR band is a reminder to "choose the right _____" decision, choice, path, etc.
2007-03-08 08:23:17 · update #2
You should be able to clearly discern here from the other responses that no one will ever know the difference, because no one knows what the heck a CTR ring is.
The worst you would probably get would be a sideways glance and maybe a kind word from a latter-day saint when they saw you drinking coffee. That would be about it.
2007-03-08 08:48:06 · answer #1 · answered by www 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The CTR (choose the right) ring, is typically worn by members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (aka Mormons) but I think that it's a great idea for everyone. It's a reminder to always stick to your values, and thats not strictly a "Mormon" thing, so I think that it's a great idea that you want to do that. All power to you!
You can find some great rings at the following site:
http://www.deseretbook.com
2007-03-08 17:53:41 · answer #2 · answered by cdaae663 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Some Mormons may assume you are a Mormon, but most people wouldn't even know what is was.
It is a good concept just like WWJD. It could be a good conversation piece about your faith in Christ and how you are choosing to follow Him.
2007-03-08 16:19:26 · answer #3 · answered by R Worth 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I don't think the general population will assume you are Mormon, but I do think Mormons will. If that doesn't bother you, then I wouldn't worry about it. It is a cool thing, especially when younger kids wear them and actually find meaning in it.
2007-03-09 11:58:21 · answer #4 · answered by straightup 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Apparently there's a whole industry built on acronymic religious slogans. I do see a problem with public perception. If the slogan is so obscure that no one else has heard of it but LDS, no one else will get it. If they do get it, yes, you will probably be branded a Mormon. But if it works for you, you'll have to decide how much others' opinions matter.
2007-03-08 16:28:17 · answer #5 · answered by skepsis 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I personally have never heard of this "choose the Right Band" you are referring to. Traditionally the wedding ring has always been the left ring finger(the finger next to the little or pinkie finger on the left hand). The right hand ring finger is usually reserved for rings from either school or from ones place of employment or group or organization enrollment! I must confess though that some people(especially men) would possibly be confused with your wedding band being on your right hand, unless there is some obvious injury or problem preventing you from wearing the ring on your left hand!
2007-03-08 16:17:40 · answer #6 · answered by mangamaniaciam 5 · 0⤊ 2⤋
People might ask you if you are, but it shouldn't be a big deal for you to say "no, I just like the reminder to choose the right."
Anyway, I had a roommate in college that wasn't LDS but wore one, and she seemed perfectly happy doing so.
2007-03-08 17:06:09 · answer #7 · answered by daisyk 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
im not sure what your question is?
no .. I wont assume you're mormon if you wear a ring ...
2007-03-08 16:15:16 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
I am a Christian. 50+ years now.
And I have not a bloody CLUE what you are even talking about.
You could have written your question in Swahili, and I could not have understood it less.
2007-03-08 16:15:24 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
Where's Gandalf? I need him to know which one is the One Ring. It needs to be destroyed at Mount Doom!
2007-03-08 16:19:27 · answer #10 · answered by Maverick 6 · 2⤊ 2⤋