My brother is basically an Athiest, and I am pretty sure she believes in God. They both know where I stand spiritually, but asked me anyway because I am a good public speaker (have worked as a TV reporter, etc.).
I told them I will do it. Did I make the right choice?
2007-06-12 04:46:58 · 30 answers · asked by mistaken4sane 4 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
Dont make so much of it--it's a reading from a book. They want this as a part of their ceremony...what's the big deal? Even if you don't believe in the religion, the reading you're porbably going to make (love is patient, love is kind, etc) is a very nice sentiment regardless of your faith in God or lack thereof.
2007-06-12 05:20:18 · answer #1 · answered by melouofs 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
If you are willing to do it, then why not? Perhaps you can work with them to pick a Bible verse that doesn't impinge on your or your brother's personal beliefs. First Corinthians, for instance, is a popular wedding reading and doesn't even mention God (the greatest of these is love).
Think of it this way, you're not breaking with your beliefs, but supporting your brother in his new life. If he, as an Athiest, is comfortable with a Bible reading, you, as an Agnostic, can deliver it without too much trouble.
2007-06-12 05:09:41 · answer #2 · answered by gileswench 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
well isn't agnostic a belief that there may or may not be a God but you believe there is a high being of some sort. Agnostic to what I've read or been told means something like your open to options. I believe myself to be Agnostic, I believe in God but I don't believe organized religion if right for me. In your situation I wouldn't be real thrilled about it cuz I don't really know about the bible and all but I'd do it if it made them happy. So yes I'd say if you are comfortable with it then do it.
2007-06-12 04:54:11 · answer #3 · answered by Jenny 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Agnostic just means you aren't sure. Does it feel ok to read from the Bible, even though you aren't sure about religion? It is a book, and many Bible passages are not religious per se, just advice on living and loving, sort of.
It might be a symbol or something that would mean a lot to your future sister in law. If it isn't that objectionable, you could do it.
2007-06-12 05:05:03 · answer #4 · answered by danashelchan 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
The way I understand it is that an agnostic is a person who's not really sure, one way or the other, if there is a God or if there isn't. If that's the case, then I would do it for your brother and his fiancee. It would be better to err on that side than dig in your heels and take a stance for something you're not really sure of.
2007-06-12 04:52:54 · answer #5 · answered by cynthiajean222 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
An agnostic is someone who believes in God but not in organized religion, therefore, you should have no trouble doing a bible reading for your brothers wedding. Your brother was able to put aside his disbelief in God in order to be married in church to a believer and have you reading from the bible so how could your choice have been wrong.
2007-06-12 04:52:41 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 3⤋
You did fine honey. It is a nice gesture for the new couple and you are just doing a reading, not getting baptized.
If you read a book about unicorns that doesn't mean that you are going to walk around expecting to see them in the streets so you aren't compromising you faith in any way.
2007-06-12 07:28:07 · answer #7 · answered by pspoptart 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Yes. Just because you're reading it doesn't mean you have to believe in what you are reading. You are doing it as a favor for your brother on his wedding day. You made a good selfless decision.
2007-06-12 04:50:47 · answer #8 · answered by urstruly8604 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Yes, you made the right choice. You don't have to believe in it. They are family and want to include you in their wedding. Just don't make a big deal about your religious (or lack of) beliefs at their wedding. It's their day........not yours and these are the things we should do for family.
2007-06-12 05:03:23 · answer #9 · answered by Amy27 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I think you made the right decision.
I hope your brother and fiance can work through their differences. Sometimes belief systems clash in a marriage, particularly if there are children involved.
Best of luck to you all!
2007-06-12 11:49:25 · answer #10 · answered by Ara57 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋