Is my new avatar politically incorrect?

**powerman2000** · 12-12-2005, 09:25 PM

Well, is it?

How bout this?

Maybe this

Or this

**schroeder** · 12-12-2005, 09:29 PM

whoa...this is the most epilepsy-freindly thread i've ever seen

**MASSIVE** · 12-12-2005, 09:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by schroeder

whoa...this is the most epilepsy-freindly thread i've ever seen

lol....I enjoy all of them, thanks for being considerate.

Hybrid · 12-13-2005, 01:48 PM

My english teacher always writes an article regarding this. He understands the fact that other religions don't celebrate Christmas, and therefore, we shouldn't press Christmas on them. However, when people say "Happy Holidays" around this time..... It really is complete crap. What Holidays are there to celebrate? Christmas, quite obviously, is the major chrisitian holiday, therefore you would think you should refer to that. What other "holidays" are there? There is chanukah(sp), however, this is a very minor holiday compared to other jewish holidays. Some people argue Kwanza, however, Kwanza is a cultural celebration, and therefore cannot be a holiday because the definition of a holiday is a "holy day".

If the only major holiday is christmas, WHY DO WE SAY HAPPY HOLIDAYS? Besides, if you tell a jewish person Merry Christmas, why should he care? Truely, we are not "neglecting" their religion or being "inconsiderate" we simply thought that they were the majority. Everyone should be able to celebrate whatever holiday they want to equally.

In schools you used to have "christmas" events. They changed them all to winter due to seperation of church and state, and to follow the american tradition of trying to never ignore the minorit. However, as long as other holidays can have their events, why not have christmas events? We are simply expressing ourselves as christians through a dance, party, or whatnot. At my school, we have had chanukah(sp) events, but we are forbidden to have any christmas events or even anything up around the school such as: bells, santa claus, trees, reindeer, etc..... If you ask me, this is the worst thing to do. If I can't express my religion, why can someone else. Ah yes, we cater to minority...

I'm going to stop now. My thoughts are unorganized and I could go on for days. Sorry everyone lol.

**DJSTARER** · 12-13-2005, 02:05 PM

I'm a jew.... and ur avatar isn't a public establishment, organization or property. It is a part of free expression and speech. Therefore, it is all good. Not that I would give a crap anyway....

The Booger · 12-13-2005, 03:45 PM

Wasn't it someplace in Britain that is trying to get Christmas lights banned? Some group of people threw a hissy fit about Christmas lights only being for Christians......riiight. I know many families who are various religions, or none at all, who put up lights. Wouldn't bother me a damn bit if a Jewish family put up some lights to celebrate any of their holidays or special events. Go for it. I'll probably drive by and admire them.

Pretty sick and ignorant.

Minotaur · 12-13-2005, 04:27 PM

The people we try to keep from offending by saying Merry Christmas the ones least likely to be offended by it. That is when Hindus or Muslims come to a western country, the US in particular, chances are they already know some or most of the customs. And the truly faithful of those religions understand tolerance (yes, true Muslims are very gentle people).

My doctor and her family are Jewish, and when I saw her at the hospital on Christmas day one time, she stopped to wish me Happy Christmas, just as I wish her and her family Happy Hanukkah. I wish Hindu friends and acquaintances Happy Divali. And they wish me Merry Christmas. Why shouldn't Jews, Muslims, Hindus, Buddhists have a Merry Christmas too? They can't enjoy the day and the festivities? It IS the season, after all. :wtf:

As my sister pointed out, it's those people who have no faith who are most offended by Merry Christmas. I was listening to a TV program my 12 year old step-daughter was watching (That's So Raven) and was appalled when I heard that Christmas is a time to welcome Santa and give and share. No mention made of what the original gifts were (uh, gold, frankincense, myrrh?) and to whom they were give (the name Jesus come to mind?).

I'm not a holy roller by any means, but c'mon!

**powerman2000** · 12-13-2005, 04:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Minotaur

My doctor and her family are Jewish, and when I saw her at the hospital on Christmas day one time, she stopped to wish me Happy Christmas, just as I wish her and her family Happy Hanukkah. I wish Hindu friends and acquaintances Happy Divali. And they wish me Merry Christmas. Why shouldn't Jews, Muslims, Hindus, Buddhists have a Merry Christmas too? They can't enjoy the day and the festivities? It IS the season, after all. :wtf:

:yeah:

dnyc99 · 12-15-2005, 04:27 AM

This thread reminds me of a music video I saw today...

Sarah Silverman: Give the Jew Girl Toys

**DarkFalcon** · 12-15-2005, 06:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dnyc99

This thread reminds me of a music video I saw today...

Sarah Silverman: Give the Jew Girl Toys

lol..that video is pretty funny. :bigthumbu

**Peaked_18** · 12-15-2005, 12:20 PM

That offends me...what's your lawyers number?

**A.FreeRadical** · 12-15-2005, 01:10 PM

If you look up the history of the "Christmas tree" I think you will find that it was a pagan tradition to have a decorated tree or bush in the home to celebrate the Winter solstice. (December 22nd is the shortest day of the year in the Norther hemisphere.) That reminds me, I have to pick up my "Christmas tree" today.

*

4amWorkouts · 12-15-2005, 04:08 PM

Powerman, you instigator you!!! The thought police are on their way to lock you up!!!

May I interest you in a new t-shirt:

"They can have my Christmas tree when they pry it from my cold dead hands"

**Grunt76** · 12-15-2005, 04:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dnyc99

This thread reminds me of a music video I saw today...

Sarah Silverman: Give the Jew Girl Toys

Hmmm... now THAT video is pretty offensive for anyone who is Christian.

dnyc99 · 12-15-2005, 05:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ss01

Hmmm... now THAT video is pretty offensive for anyone who is Christian.

...and for anyone that believes in Santa. :yes:

**powerman2000** · 12-15-2005, 07:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 4amWorkouts

Powerman, you instigator you!!! The thought police are on their way to lock you up!!!

May I interest you in a new t-shirt:

"They can have my Christmas tree when they pry it from my cold dead hands"

12-12-2005, 09:25 PM	#1
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12-12-2005, 09:29 PM	#2
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12-13-2005, 02:05 PM	#5
DJSTARER eating more folate... Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: State College, PA Posts: 4,104 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 115	I'm a jew.... and ur avatar isn't a public establishment, organization or property. It is a part of free expression and speech. Therefore, it is all good. Not that I would give a crap anyway.... __________________ My philosophies on training: "Extreme training yields extreme results" "Just because you can, does not mean you should" "The best program is the one you are not doing" Penn State Powerlifting-181 lb weightclass PGA Professional of America Current Stats: 474 Squat 601 Deadlift 320 Bench Goals for next training cycle: 500lbs squat and a total over 1400 in competition

12-13-2005, 04:27 PM	#7
Minotaur Pro Stature Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Monmouth County, New Jersey Posts: 103 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 6	The people we try to keep from offending by saying Merry Christmas the ones least likely to be offended by it. That is when Hindus or Muslims come to a western country, the US in particular, chances are they already know some or most of the customs. And the truly faithful of those religions understand tolerance (yes, true Muslims are very gentle people). My doctor and her family are Jewish, and when I saw her at the hospital on Christmas day one time, she stopped to wish me Happy Christmas, just as I wish her and her family Happy Hanukkah. I wish Hindu friends and acquaintances Happy Divali. And they wish me Merry Christmas. Why shouldn't Jews, Muslims, Hindus, Buddhists have a Merry Christmas too? They can't enjoy the day and the festivities? It IS the season, after all. :wtf: As my sister pointed out, it's those people who have no faith who are most offended by Merry Christmas. I was listening to a TV program my 12 year old step-daughter was watching (That's So Raven) and was appalled when I heard that Christmas is a time to welcome Santa and give and share. No mention made of what the original gifts were (uh, gold, frankincense, myrrh?) and to whom they were give (the name Jesus come to mind?). I'm not a holy roller by any means, but c'mon! __________________ "You monsters are such interesting creatures! I was just saying to my girlfriend, just the other day, 'Monsters are such interesting people! Why I'll bet they lead such interesting lives!' The things you must see and the things you must do! My stars!"

12-15-2005, 04:27 AM	#9
dnyc99 IMPC Contestant Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 4,025 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 184	This thread reminds me of a music video I saw today... Sarah Silverman: Give the Jew Girl Toys __________________

12-13-2005, 01:48 PM	#4
Hybrid IMPC Contestant Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Gibsonia PA Posts: 824 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 14	My english teacher always writes an article regarding this. He understands the fact that other religions don't celebrate Christmas, and therefore, we shouldn't press Christmas on them. However, when people say "Happy Holidays" around this time..... It really is complete crap. What Holidays are there to celebrate? Christmas, quite obviously, is the major chrisitian holiday, therefore you would think you should refer to that. What other "holidays" are there? There is chanukah(sp), however, this is a very minor holiday compared to other jewish holidays. Some people argue Kwanza, however, Kwanza is a cultural celebration, and therefore cannot be a holiday because the definition of a holiday is a "holy day". If the only major holiday is christmas, WHY DO WE SAY HAPPY HOLIDAYS? Besides, if you tell a jewish person Merry Christmas, why should he care? Truely, we are not "neglecting" their religion or being "inconsiderate" we simply thought that they were the majority. Everyone should be able to celebrate whatever holiday they want to equally. In schools you used to have "christmas" events. They changed them all to winter due to seperation of church and state, and to follow the american tradition of trying to never ignore the minorit. However, as long as other holidays can have their events, why not have christmas events? We are simply expressing ourselves as christians through a dance, party, or whatnot. At my school, we have had chanukah(sp) events, but we are forbidden to have any christmas events or even anything up around the school such as: bells, santa claus, trees, reindeer, etc..... If you ask me, this is the worst thing to do. If I can't express my religion, why can someone else. Ah yes, we cater to minority... I'm going to stop now. My thoughts are unorganized and I could go on for days. Sorry everyone lol.

12-13-2005, 03:45 PM	#6
The Booger Pro Stature Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Look left. Posts: 664 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 11	Wasn't it someplace in Britain that is trying to get Christmas lights banned? Some group of people threw a hissy fit about Christmas lights only being for Christians......riiight. I know many families who are various religions, or none at all, who put up lights. Wouldn't bother me a damn bit if a Jewish family put up some lights to celebrate any of their holidays or special events. Go for it. I'll probably drive by and admire them. Pretty sick and ignorant.

12-15-2005, 12:20 PM	#11
Peaked_18 a la commode Join Date: May 2005 Posts: 4,247 Recipes: 2 Rep Power: 96	That offends me...what's your lawyers number?

12-15-2005, 01:10 PM	#12
A.FreeRadical the Epicurean Bodybuilder Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 2,245 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 58	If you look up the history of the "Christmas tree" I think you will find that it was a pagan tradition to have a decorated tree or bush in the home to celebrate the Winter solstice. (December 22nd is the shortest day of the year in the Norther hemisphere.) That reminds me, I have to pick up my "Christmas tree" today. * __________________ "Is it going to be the red pill or the blue pill, Neo? The red pill will answer the question 'What is the Matrix?' Choose carefully. Remember, all I'm offering is the truth. Nothing more." Ron Paul for President, 2008 A.FreeRadical ...the Epicurean bodybuilder Height: 5'9", Age: 62, My last high on 2/1/2006 was 196 lbs. My last low on 8/08/2006 was 167.5 lbs. Cutting until I am lean Starting weight: 190 lbs. bodyfat: 19.7% November 27th: 183 lbs. bodyfat: 18.3% bodyfat Goal Weight: 176 lbs with no more than 10% bodyfat My recipe collection

12-15-2005, 04:08 PM	#13
4amWorkouts Pro Stature Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Wylie, Texas Posts: 110 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 5	Powerman, you instigator you!!! The thought police are on their way to lock you up!!! May I interest you in a new t-shirt: "They can have my Christmas tree when they pry it from my cold dead hands" __________________ Now that's some high quality H2O...

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