If you wish someone a "Merry Christmas" you're being a culturally insensitive bigot. It's that simple. Do you agree?
2007-12-11 01:42:11 · 58 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Merry Christmas.
I cannot stand politically correct people ;)
2007-12-11 01:47:18 · answer #1 · answered by benvanzile 4 · 7⤊ 1⤋
I think this QUESTION is culturally insensitve bigotry. People say Merry Christmas as an extension of friendship and joy. Perhaps being politically correct all the time is one of the reaons for all the crappolla going on in the world. It's gotten to the point where someone cant even offer some cheer and well wishes to someone without some thin skinned politically correct nay sayer dumping a load of manure on the sentiment. If you said Happy Ramidan or whatever to me, I would accept it as a gesture of goodwill. I would not worry about the fact that you didnt say Season's Greetings or Merry Christmas. The thought is the same. Sharing goodwill and wishing for peace among men and women.
I'm not a "christyiann" by any means. I dont think in terms that tend separate us. But I did grow up in the catholic religion and I do celebrate Christmas for my own personal reasons. If I say Merry Christmas to you, it's not out of bigotry or because of a lack of sensitivity. It is an expression of goodwill. And you know what? If that bothers you, you can find a place where the sun doesnt shine for your political correctness issues. Perhaps you think "God willing Americans will be murdered and destroyed around the world" is a nicer greeting.
Merry Chirstmas.
2007-12-11 01:52:30 · answer #2 · answered by Toodeemo 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
No. It's just what we're used to.
In a country where Christianity is the biggest religion and the whole "Santa" bit is played up to a T, "Merry Christmas" just seems more natural.
It's not like people do it purposefully to be "insensitive" or whatever. And they're not trying to be mean about it. It's just what they're used to saying and hearing ever since they were little. It's probably hard for them to stop and think "Oh, maybe that person's Muslim... Better say something else." because by then "Merry Christmas" is already out of their mouth.
I actually think it's unfair for other non-Christmas celebrating people to make such a big deal out of it and expect everyone to change overnight. I mean, if you've only ever celebrated Christmas, and through your whole life you've always said "Merry Christmas" to everyone in your family and to all your friends, why wouldn't you say Merry Christmas" to others? It's a friendly and polite gesture. Just because it might not apply to you, you shouldn't be angry or look so far into it...
2007-12-11 01:49:07 · answer #3 · answered by future_elegant_geek 2 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Why is it that when you go to a mall, where 40% of sales for the year is due to Christmas, the shopkeepers can't say "Merry Christmas"? Hmmm?
Political correctness is killing this country. Stop being too "sensitive" and easily offended. As a Christian, I'm not offended when someone wishes me "Happy Hanukah". I say it back. It doesn't mean I have to convert. When someone wishes you "Merry Christmas", why do you get offended? It's not like they told you you smell bad or something. They are just spreading good cheer. The next time, just smile, say thank you and move on. And be thankful we live in a country where we have "freedom OF religion", and NOT "freedom FROM religion".
2007-12-11 01:59:13 · answer #4 · answered by Ron da Don 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No I do not agree. And it is not that simple.
Political correctness should simply be the application of good manners and tolerance of others, treating people as you would wish to be treated yourself.
The general name for the public holiday on 25 December is Christmas. If you know someone would be offended by the term Christmas, it is polite to send a Seasons Greetings card instead. But the general use of the term Merry Christmas is not offensive. My Jewish friends send me Christmas cards.
2007-12-11 01:48:40 · answer #5 · answered by Bridget F 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
If the sentiment behind each phrase is the same, what does it matter. Merry Christmas is not mean to offend people, and saying it does not make you a bigot. Part of what constitutes being a bigot is being intolerant to others beliefs no matter what they are, and just because you may wish others a Merry Christmas does not mean that you are un-accepting of their beliefs, it's a reflection of your own.
2007-12-11 01:54:48 · answer #6 · answered by Mari R 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Opinion only: Since Christmas was brought to our shores by the Pilgrims they likely did not even know there were clelbrations by Jewish families on overlapping dates. I grew up in a community wher we were one of two Goy families in the entire neighborhood, and though I was a frequent guest in the homes of our neighbors I never got to go to Temple with them. I am sure there are other faiths that celebrate at Christmastime but know that only the American Indian Beliefs are native to America. At 72 I regard "Politically Correct" as the younger generations wishing to re-write history to make themselves more comfortable by not acknowledging the mistakes previous generations made. Know also that the mistakes your generation will also be irrevocable but, if you do not know what really happened in the past you will make some of the same blunders, though this time, aided by technology you will commit them on a scale far more vast. Good luck and great patience to you and yours, and Merry Christmas, Happy Hanaka or whatever else you revere. The most important thing is to think of the significance of the Season, not the words used to describe it.
2007-12-11 02:01:37 · answer #7 · answered by photog13@sbcglobal.net 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hey Merry Christmas! Because Seasons Greetings sounds like a freaking postcard!
2007-12-11 01:45:57 · answer #8 · answered by Hazey 2 · 7⤊ 0⤋
It's not ignorance, it's out of an honest desire to wish someone a Merry Christmas. "Politically correct" is neither political (of the people) nor is it correct. It's an effort on the part of a few misguided individuals to quash diversity.
That having been said, have a Moderate Period of Time, person. Or am I being discriminatory against other entities by assuming you're a human being?
2007-12-11 01:48:08 · answer #9 · answered by Scrumpuppy 2 · 4⤊ 0⤋
What do these Merry Christmasers have against New Years?!?!?!
If you're not giving me a Seasons' Greetings or a happy holidays, that Merry Christmas better be followed by AND A HAPPY New YEAR!
2007-12-11 01:50:27 · answer #10 · answered by LabGrrl 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋
i do agree that someone saying Merry Christmas is just like someone saying "bless you" when you sneeze. They arn't trying to be "ignorant" they are simply trying to be a nice person. So change your pessimistic attitude and understand people can't read your opinions when they take 1 second of your day to wish you a Merry Christmas. Don't you have better things to worry about??
2007-12-11 01:49:07 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋