Re: MERRY CHRISTMAS

In article <dotodm$lfb$1@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>, David HICKS <dahicks@roo
fconsultant.fsnet.co.uk> writes
>Hi Balboos
>
>I think the trouble is too many people are too scared of their own shadow
>
>Here in England we have Cities refusing to put up a Christmas tree, because
>it may offend people of other faiths,

Christmas trees have NOTHING to do with the Christian Christmas. They
are a recent addition caused by Prince Albert. They come from some
rather dark, non Christian, German folk beliefs

Also the end of December it is a time for many religious festivals not
just the recent Christian one.

>we even have charity shops that will
>not sell cards, for the same reason. What poppy ***

That is up to them. A free country. It is about time we reclaimed the
Winter festivals back from the Christians.

>I have to endure fireworks during other faith's festivities, that can be
>more annoying ( when I am trying to sleep )

Well fireworks are now used on many festivals and occasions many of them
are not religious at all. What is wrong with that?

> than a tree or shop selling
>cards, but that's OK apparently !!!!!!!!!!

It is up to them if they don't want to sell them. though silly I agree.

>Personally, I have no problem with any religion celebrating their beliefs,
>( within reason, I do get grumpy when tired ) but I do object when I am
>not permitted to follow my own faith.

Fair enough.

>Besides, I have a theory.... ( and this should get the thread active )
>I believe all religions are correct ( those that believe in a supreme being
>that is.) What does it matter what you call your God, or what mythical or
>real story you believe that "proves" his existence. Such tales matter not,
>the belief is the main criteria and the code of conduct you follow.

Agreed.

>Most people follow the religion given them due to birth, very few choose for
>them selves.

This is also very true. which is why there is no one more zealous than a
convert.

>This political correctness thing is getting riduclous, I give you a prime
>example.

True.


>The work " Paki" when applied to a person to Pakistani is considered
>offensive here in the UK. yet it is no different to me being called a Brit.
>or a Scot is from Scotland, or an Oz from Australia

I would agree completely.

> ....and I am sure you
>can think of many other examples.
>These are simply abbreviations of the name. It is the manner they are used
>, and then the perception that causes offence, not the words themselves.
>And thsi is the same for all matters, it is the manner and perception with
>which they are used.
>
>No PC laws will never combat that.

Trying to legislate belief never works.


>Anyway, hope you are enjoying your festivities

I will when the Kids go back to Uni.... My god can they eat!!!

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