I think we should. When I look at schools today with all their myriad problems (underfunding, school shootings, violence, racism, gang beatings, low achievement, undertrained teachers, overworked teachers, teachers who don't care, etc.) I think maybe a little faith is just what a lot of kids need, and it could potentially help a lot of people. I suggest three prayers a day.
First off, we start the day off with a prayer to Odin, for the ability and open-mindedness to learn our lessons well and attain knowledge and wisdom.
Second, we pray to Frey and Freya at lunch and thank them for a bountiful harvest. Thank them that we have food to eat even though we may not personally be farmers who go out and work in the fields, and let them know that we appreciate their gifts.
Finally, at the end of the day, we finish up with a prayer to Thor to protect our children as they go their various ways to their homes at night, so that they may come back safely the next day for more learning.
2007-07-02 02:20:21 · 32 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
In this land of many tongues, we could never adequately accommodate all religious variations and any attempt to do so is likely arouse the fear and violence of the vassals of the Christ.
Aside from that, though I may respect your intent, the Nine Doors of Asgard are not open to all, not for the superfluous. Only those who come of their own accord may find acceptance in the Hall of the Gods.
2007-07-02 08:40:16 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
To a true religious fundamentalist, it's far more important to save a person's soul than to save anything else, including the person's life. If they have a horrible, miserable, poor life - well, at least you saved their soul. They're not content to allow this to be taught at home and church (and leave it out of the school) because they figure that other people aren't doing a very good job of it at home and church. After all, if we were all sufficiently religious, there would be no crime, no extra-marital sex, etc. Right? Except somehow, that doesn't actually work . . . . And as for teaching, most of them would rather that students are NOT taught anything that might lead them to question religion. That's why they fight so hard against teaching evolution - they literally don't CARE whether there's evidence of evolution. . . . If it might lead some to question whether there is a god, then they don't want it taught.
2016-05-21 01:39:41 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The First Amendment forbids a state religion, and Thomas Jefferson did not allow the Bible to be taught in public schools in his state. The leading Founding Fathers did many things that indicate they did not approve of prayer in schools. Sorry, but that includes prayers to Odin, Freya, Thor, Tyr and the Norse pantheon. It is good that you try to make Christians more objective with this put on. Thumbs up to you.
2007-07-02 03:05:42 · answer #3 · answered by miyuki & kyojin 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
A nice twist.
So many that strongly favor school prayer forget one basic thing. If that is allowed then ALL denominations of prayer will have to be accepted. They only wish 'their' religion be allowed.
Personally I see no need to change the law. Students can pray in school all they want, the schools can not be involved in, organize, or endorse any religious activities. Sounds good to me.
2007-07-02 02:42:46 · answer #4 · answered by ndmagicman 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I am a Christian. Students are allowed to pray; so are teachers. I just do it silently and unobtrusively.
Student led prayer is acceptable.
How can one tell if anyone is praying or not if it is done silently?
To deny one the right to pray to himself is ridiculous and unconstitutional.
Your prayers sound good to me. I'd just pray to my God instead of the ones you suggest.
The idea is the same, though.
I would add to this a prayer for teachers, that they would be able to do their best to help each child learn not only book knowledge but the ability to think for himself or herself and that all teachers would remember to teach children to love themselves.
2007-07-02 02:42:07 · answer #5 · answered by batgirl2good 7 · 4⤊ 0⤋
I am sure that there are prayers in school now. And probably to all the gods that you have mentioned as well..
As well as my God.
Just because a law is in place, doesn't mean that it is observed. People, even young people will pray when they want to.
2007-07-02 02:42:09 · answer #6 · answered by 2ndchhapteracts 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Agreed 100%.
The only problem I see is all the controversy about underage children having to use alcohol when doing a sumbel with mead.
2007-07-02 03:20:50 · answer #7 · answered by Ymmo the Heathen 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Good hook. You almost got me.
As far as I'm concerned, kids can pray to anyone they want. As long as it isn't mandated, and all the faiths (and NO faith) are recognized and accommodated. However, far less time would be wasted by telling kids "Pray at home. It's time for class."
2007-07-02 02:29:41 · answer #8 · answered by link955 7 · 4⤊ 0⤋
odin? Thor? Perfect reason why there should not be prayer at school.
No one should be influenced or forced to pray to a god that is not of his religion.
2007-07-02 02:29:01 · answer #9 · answered by debbie2243 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'm sure that some 'liberal Christan' will suggest an after school prayer group...
EDIT
looks like only two or three so far...
2007-07-02 02:23:44 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋