I'm very religious and me and my friend pledged to not have sex until marriage, but my friend is an atheist. I want to buy her a purity ring for her birthday but i wasn't sure if they were made mainly for christian people.
2007-08-19 14:15:47 · 22 answers · asked by gally 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
That kind of pledge is just smart and to be commended. Although a lot of people make the pledge for religious reasons, it isn't always because of that. I think buying he one would be a nice gesture and wouldn't offend her. Good for you in making this decision and even more so for being a good friend to someone who has different religious beliefs than yourself.
2007-08-19 14:21:19 · answer #1 · answered by JNate 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
While I understand the thought behind "purity rings" and potentially they are a reasonable idea, I would be very worried if my either of my daughters wanted one.
But to answer your question, a ring is a ring and it only has the symbolism that you to attach to it. A ring doesn't make a marriage or an engagement, it is the commitment the couple makes that decides it. Give her the ring if you wish, but realize that is a symbol not a reality.
2007-08-19 21:27:14 · answer #2 · answered by Pirate AM™ 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You have to be a Christian virgin to wear a purity ring. You have to wear it until you get married and when the first time you have sex you must take it off. It is a pure sign of virginity in a christian woman.
2007-08-19 23:38:37 · answer #3 · answered by Greg S 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm pritty sure anyone can have a purity ring i'd think its just for the religious people. My understand of a purity ring is that it is a way to rimind you of the promise you have made to your self to wait till that special someone comes into your life who you are going to marry.
2007-08-20 12:08:17 · answer #4 · answered by pepgurli 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I do believe the "ring thing" movement is Christian in origin, but I don't see any reason at all why your friend can't wear one.
I am proud of both of you for your pledge, and for your friendship.
2007-08-19 21:22:40 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well I think you can wear whatever you want. Wearing a "ring" won't make you christian, just like eating at mcdonald's won't make you a happy meal.
Wear the ring if you want. More power to you.
I feel like you gotta test drive your car before you buy it, but that's just me.
2007-08-19 21:23:05 · answer #6 · answered by Sumie 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't put your purity into a ring. Pay more attention to keeping yourself pure. Don't get distracted by silly things.
Way to go girl! I am proud of you and your friend. :))
2007-08-19 21:21:40 · answer #7 · answered by MaryHadALittleLamb 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
People can wear any kind of jewelry they want and have it symbolize anything they want it to. You might tell her you wanted to buy her one as a gift and see how she feels about wearing it. To her it would mean saving her love for marriage, not because God wants her to.
2007-08-19 21:21:13 · answer #8 · answered by Gma Joan 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don;t think you would have to, they're not called "Christian Only" Purity rings.
2007-08-19 21:19:29 · answer #9 · answered by The Josh 2 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Just get her the ring and tell her of your support of her decision. That way you can demonstrate Christ like character and be an encouragement for a choice that honors God even if she doesn't see it that way.
2007-08-19 21:22:13 · answer #10 · answered by Martin S 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋