Would you consider that rude?
2007-11-02 13:48:29 · 31 answers · asked by supernothingx 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
If they didn't know me very well, I would certainly wonder why they thought it was any of their business.
2007-11-02 13:50:37 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 6⤊ 1⤋
While some people would, I don't believe its rude. I think that asking someone what religion they are is a perfectly normal question to ask. Of course, like anything, there's a right and wrong way to do it. Don't be demanding, and since you asked, you have to be open to the idea. It's better to ask than to ogle. This summer, I met a guy who practiced Islam. He was already a quiet person, and when he went off to the side to do his ritual, we all wondered what he was doing. I personally had never seen anyone just kneel down, light candles, and pray in public before. A lot of people were staring, and when he finished, I asked what he was doing. He explained, and then went on to say that he liked it so much better when people asked him rather than when people just stared and commented amongst each other. He said that he would rather just tell people, because he's proud of what he is, than have people say things and interpret them a certain way just because it's "different." This was my personal experience, but I hope it helps.
2007-11-02 14:00:38 · answer #2 · answered by JustAnotherGirl116 1 · 1⤊ 1⤋
In the USA that is generally rude. About on the same level as asking how much something costs, or what their salary is. In all three cases, however, there are times and places when this would not be rude if you knew the person sufficiently well and allowed them the option of easily not answering.
2007-11-03 01:10:45 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
It depends. Sometimes you can tell whether this person would be offended or not if you ask that question. Other times you should ask yourself why do you want to know.
If you are just being curious about the question, without any real intention to get to know this person. Then most people would probably not like it. But if you want to make friends with this person and is genuinely interested to more more about him/her, then they'll probably be happy to tell you about it.
From my personal experience, many people actually feel proud if you are sincerely interested about their religion and asked politely, especially Muslims, Hindus, and Jews. I also found some people talking to me about their religion for long time, and I really enjoyed the conversation, I've learn more about the person, and more about the world! :)
2007-11-02 14:05:06 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think it would be rude if you didn't have a personal relationship with that person. The only other exception is if someone is talking about religion and opens the door, then it might be ok.
2007-11-02 16:43:10 · answer #5 · answered by Indya M 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A little bit. Unless it is obvious.
Like I have friend who wears the Star of David on her necklace. She is Jewish... Well, I guess then i wouldn't need to ask, huh?
Yeah, it is a little 'personal'... some people don't want to tell you if they are a republican or a democrate.. if they are 'pro-choice' or anti-abortion.... personal things.
It might be up there with the question of 'boxers or briefs"
--------------
oh, i am not religious by the way... so i would hate if someone attempted to convert me or something... or assume because I have no church home that i don't believe in God.
2007-11-02 13:52:29 · answer #6 · answered by Miss Kelly 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The two things that are never to be discussed-- politics and religion!! If you choose to volunteer your religious beliefs that is fine but for someone to come out in ask is a bit intrusive.
2007-11-02 17:30:12 · answer #7 · answered by Theresa W 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
well, i'm a teen and do it all the time and nobody really cares. they ask me too, and i don't mind. but if you're an adult, i guess it matters when you say it. you probably shouldn't just meet someone and ask them what religion they are, but if you've known someone for a reasonable period of time you can ask them politely.
2007-11-02 13:52:10 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you've known the person for a while, and you're on their good side, then yeah that's perfectly fine. Like known them for a few months and are actively good friends with them. But if you've known someone for maybe a few weeks, then no. Unless you're dating them.
2007-11-02 13:51:24 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yeah, tell em to go pound sand. What will they all of a sudden have a huge connection with you if you share the same religion or pass judgement if you are not the same as them.
2007-11-02 13:54:32 · answer #10 · answered by So. Cal Man 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋
I don't think it's rude at all. Most people who think it rude are those who have no religion or don't live their religion anyways.
2007-11-02 13:51:34 · answer #11 · answered by rickbrokaw 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋