do you think it is just as bad to speak a euphemism as it is to say the real thing?
such as gosh darn it, dag nabbit, dad gummit, jeminy christmas(my grandma's fave saying), etc etc
2007-05-19 13:56:06 · 18 answers · asked by dali333 7 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
although it's not euphemisms for using the lords name in vain I use:
Son of motherless goat,
holy shnikes,
mother loving,
blast it!
2007-05-19 19:17:32 · answer #1 · answered by Patrick E 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't think it's taking the Lord's name in vain unless you use the words God and Jesus in a derogatory manner. Gosh darn it and jeminy Christmas are cutting it pretty close. My great grandma would say jeminy cricket.There's nothing wrong with dag nabbit or dad gummit.
I heard people say that "Oh my God" is using the Lord's name in vain. It all depends on how one says it. If a person is excited and something nice is happening then to me "Oh my God" means "That's wonderful, how exciting, etc." If a person says it with a bad attitude then to me that is using God's name in vain. The same goes for the words Jesus Christ. If a person is talking about Jesus then it's okay, but if a person is angry then saying Jesus Christ is like saying the GD word. It's being disrespectful.
2007-05-20 10:31:59 · answer #2 · answered by sunchine girl 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dali,
I personally do not use such euphanisms because if I were to use them and know what they mean then I am actually saying the same thing as the original words. I have been a Christian for over twenty years ago. My wife and I became Christians at the same time and we have been married for 32 years now. Neither of us uses such words or phrases for the same reason. Have a wonderful evening and a great week!
Thanks,
Eds
PS...
We are to lead by example and a Christian is to be a shining light to others. If they misinterpret what you have said then you certainly have not been the light that you are supposed to be, ARE YOU??? I want others to see me as a shining example of Jesus Christ not one of satan's lost ones.
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2007-05-19 21:05:23 · answer #3 · answered by Eds 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No, it's not the same as taking God's name in vain. When you say things like dadgummit or jeminy christmas you are using humor to show exasperation.
The use of God's name should always be done in reverence. Taking His name in vain would mean to actually use His name, not some mixed-up letterage of silliness.
2007-05-19 21:04:20 · answer #4 · answered by arewethereyet 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
It is written to not take the Lords name in vain, or use the Lords Name disrespectfully.
None of those (euphemism?) comments are taking the Lords name in vain.
Even the f*** word. I don't like to listen to the f*** word, but there isn't really a commandment to say it is wrong. Only if you are cursing someone with the f*** word is it wrong. If you are saying it to hurt someone, then also itis wrong.
2007-05-19 21:07:07 · answer #5 · answered by t_a_m_i_l 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't think so. I think that it only has to do with blasphemy, which is strictly God, Jesus, Lord... I think that's about it. I say "jeezopeet" and I mean to say "jeezopeet". I used to have a bad swearing problem, and using a deliberate nonsensical word helped me to pretty much overcome it. I still slip up here and there, though. I think sayings like "jiminy christmas" and "holy mackerel" are simply exclamations, and not anything horrible.
2007-05-19 20:59:27 · answer #6 · answered by Iamnotarobot (former believer) 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Taking the Lord's Name in vain is top on my list for my weekly, Saturday confessions.
And no, ephemisms are not as bad. Most people who say them do not know the religious origins or, if they do, are making a concious effort not to say anything offensive.
2007-05-19 21:02:35 · answer #7 · answered by Patrick M 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
In theology terms those words are known as
"Minced vulgarity" For some they are a definite NO NO
Before I knew that minced vulgarity existed I said GOLLY quite often. I think I first heard it on Gomer Pyle. I know he meant nothing by it. To avoid a faux paus I stopped using it.
2007-05-19 23:25:23 · answer #8 · answered by j.wisdom 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Most people don't even know the LORD'S name.
Exd 20:7 Thou shalt not take the name of the LORD thy God in vain; for the LORD will not hold him guiltless that taketh his name in vain.
This means to call yourself a" Christain," and go out and teach GOD's Word falsely. That is taking and useing the LORD'S name in vain.
Also to take His name in vain, is to really curse God.. It is a very serious thing for one that has full knowledge of the sacred name of God to take that name lightly and in vain.
2007-05-19 21:56:48 · answer #9 · answered by Theophilus 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
shucks ma'am if i cant say gosh darn, or dad nab bit, then I won't be able to talk at all.
seriously aren't there enough ruses and regulations already?
when is the blood of Jesus sufficient?
can't we just concentrate on the love of Jesus and forget about making up even more do's and don't's,
2007-05-19 22:13:05 · answer #10 · answered by Hannah's Grandpa 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋