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 Posted: Mon Dec 06, 2004 5:04 pm
Naeryn DrathBlue chaoticpuppet I finally found what the translations of the word warlock, here they are, from a thread in the PFRC (Pagan Fluffy Rehabilitation Center) Sinister Kung Fu Several theories. Warlock is suposedly the Scottish word for "oath-breaker". Also, it may come from the hypothetical (unattested) Old English wę²loga,(literally "man of the logs" after those who cast runes) , or it may come from the (fully-attested) Old Norse Vard-lokkur, "caller of spirits". I felt I've should have know the scottish meaning being scottish and all and I know a wiccan who is so serious about it after meeting a ton of them. And white wiccan is a no no because there is no such thing as a white wiccan Yes, that's something that irritates me. "white magic" and "black magic" are figments of the imagination - magic in and of itself has no alignment and has no color. It simply IS. If you use magic in a negative way, you ain't no Wiccan. not necessarily, I believe that there are a few circumstances in which you can use magic to negatively affect someone. However, these are rare occasions, and should only be used as a last resort.
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Posted: Thu Dec 30, 2004 4:57 pm
Punk Fox TH Okay, I really have become fed up with something I've noticed. Religions getting titled by the general populace in ways that can be considered condenscending, or hurtful. For example, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints frequently is reffered to as mormonism out of ignorance. I've grown to dislike this. Call it the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, or call it LDS, mormonism was given to the church by the general ((Ignorant and unknowing)) populace. I know this is mostly a rant, but I have a question, has your religious preference been mistitled by the general populace as well? If so, what names are used, what's the proper name, and how do you feel about it? Ah. Another Ex-LDS....Hello. I really do not have a problem with it. I just say "Mormon" because "The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints" is just too long. You can call me lazy, but really...when you say that, or even when you say "LDS"...most people are just like "Huh? What's that?" And, isn't the main reason why they have the "church of jesus christ" part because they want people to realize that they are christians? Most of the time I don't think people use it in an offensive way. And, I'm more worried about people getting the beliefs wrong, than getting the name wrong. For example: Some people think that LDS still practice polygamy. If I hear someone say that, I will correct them. But, that is just my opinion. ---- As to other religions...I don't know about any others being mistitled...
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Posted: Sat Jan 15, 2005 2:40 pm
Personally, I think it'd be quite amusing if people returned to calling Catholics "papists."
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Posted: Sat Jan 15, 2005 4:07 pm
Psychedelic Midnight Personally, I think it'd be quite amusing if people returned to calling Catholics "papists." Oooh! oooh! I've done that! ...didn't go over too well though... sweatdrop
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Posted: Wed Jan 26, 2005 2:39 pm
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Posted: Wed Jan 26, 2005 2:42 pm
Cats for Missiles And, I'm more worried about people getting the beliefs wrong, than getting the name wrong. For example: Some people think that LDS still practice polygamy. If I hear someone say that, I will correct them.
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Posted: Tue Feb 08, 2005 10:17 pm
Naeryn Err... I get irritated when people call me a Wiccanist. I'm like, "Wtf? what's that, racist against Wiccans or something? 'Cause I'm sure as hell not..." *sigh* Hehe, back in my Wicca days, my mom used to talk to me about practicing Wiccan.
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Posted: Sun Feb 13, 2005 10:48 am
xdarktigress Cats for Missiles And, I'm more worried about people getting the beliefs wrong, than getting the name wrong. For example: Some people think that LDS still practice polygamy. If I hear someone say that, I will correct them. I think they might be a separate group altogether. I saw a show about it on tv once. It's really unfortunate... Anyway, all I know is that the LDS Church does not consider them to be members of the church. I think you are even automatically excommunicated for practicing polygamy.
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Posted: Mon Feb 14, 2005 11:38 am
Punk Fox TH xdarktigress Heh.. I'm guilty of that. That's how I hear my Mormon friends refer to it, so I just naturally picked it up. Or..would they be Latter Day Saints? sweatdrop sweatdrop Sorry, I'm really not trying to be offensive here. Yes, many have taken to using Mormons... I use it as a last resort. I usually say I'm a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, then I say LDS, and if I still get a puzzled look I say Mormon. But yeah, Latter Day Saint would be the best term for it. Oh and that Wiccanist thing... makes no sense, considering the word is both religion and the title used for a member. Someone follows Wicca, is Wicca. There's no other way to put it from what I've read... Saying "Wiccanist" is incorrect, bu so is saying "Wicca" Wicca is the name of the religion, a Wiccan is someone who practices that religion.
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Posted: Fri Mar 04, 2005 11:06 am
Naeryn Oookay, this is probably *way* off, but... the only stories I've heard about Mormons (or LDS, as you prefer) is that birth control is like the biggest sin ever, and they're really strict, and really sexist. And about Islam... well, again with the sexism and racism... I don't mean to offend anyone, but... I'm just saying that's all I've heard about it. Once again, I'm sure that I'm probably so far off the mark that I can't even see the mark anymore, but... well, if someone could give me a bit of info? That'd be great... 3nodding Islam is never racist, I have never seen any racism in its teachings so far. but seems a bit sexist to me and I like how you said Islam insted of "muslim". It annouys me when people call our religion "muslim", muslim is not the religion but what you call the followers.
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Posted: Sat Mar 05, 2005 5:18 pm
BlondJP02 I am wiccan, and it makes me really upset that people are always asking if i worship satan. And i have a gorgeous pentagram necklace that means a lot to me and people will look at it and go, so you worship the devil or something? i dont wear a pentagram, but i have been called satanic before and even run out of my friends house for it(his parents are lehovahs witnesses, so even going trick-or-treating is evil to them.)
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Posted: Sun Mar 06, 2005 8:33 am
haana Naeryn Oookay, this is probably *way* off, but... the only stories I've heard about Mormons (or LDS, as you prefer) is that birth control is like the biggest sin ever, and they're really strict, and really sexist. And about Islam... well, again with the sexism and racism... I don't mean to offend anyone, but... I'm just saying that's all I've heard about it. Once again, I'm sure that I'm probably so far off the mark that I can't even see the mark anymore, but... well, if someone could give me a bit of info? That'd be great... 3nodding Islam is never racist, I have never seen any racism in its teachings so far. but seems a bit sexist to me and I like how you said Islam insted of "muslim". It annouys me when people call our religion "muslim", muslim is not the religion but what you call the followers. Islam, in itself, as taught by Muhammad, is NOT racist, and maybe could be considered sexist, though one of the core teachings of Islam is that all are equal in the eyes of God. Most modern views about Islam being racist terrorist neo-nazi devilworshiping sexist rapists comes from certain radical groups that may or may not be resposible for certain acts, and from paranoia and ignorance. Personally, I hold Islam in high respect.
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Posted: Sun Mar 06, 2005 8:52 am
On the pentacle issue: If you wear a pentacle (as I do), you have to be prepared for ignorance and stupidity. You're basically asking for it. So, be careful where and when you wear it. I remember I went to a Catholic church once, and it slipped out from under my suit...
Hooooo, boy, were all them Catholics mad at me.
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Posted: Sun Mar 06, 2005 10:01 am
Captain Jack Sporky haana Naeryn Oookay, this is probably *way* off, but... the only stories I've heard about Mormons (or LDS, as you prefer) is that birth control is like the biggest sin ever, and they're really strict, and really sexist. And about Islam... well, again with the sexism and racism... I don't mean to offend anyone, but... I'm just saying that's all I've heard about it. Once again, I'm sure that I'm probably so far off the mark that I can't even see the mark anymore, but... well, if someone could give me a bit of info? That'd be great... 3nodding Islam is never racist, I have never seen any racism in its teachings so far. but seems a bit sexist to me and I like how you said Islam insted of "muslim". It annouys me when people call our religion "muslim", muslim is not the religion but what you call the followers. Islam, in itself, as taught by Muhammad, is NOT racist, and maybe could be considered sexist, though one of the core teachings of Islam is that all are equal in the eyes of God. Most modern views about Islam being racist terrorist neo-nazi devilworshiping sexist rapists comes from certain radical groups that may or may not be resposible for certain acts, and from paranoia and ignorance. Personally, I hold Islam in high respect. As do I - many of those sexist and racist principles are actually from extremists imposing laws on Islamic countries such as Iraq and Iran, not from Islam itself. I find that the actual base principles of Islam are very respectable and respectful, which is something I can appreciate. and to Haana - *smiles* Of course!
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Posted: Sun Mar 06, 2005 5:24 pm
Raniya I know it's not very common anymore but before people used to call the followers of Islam: Mohammadenism. I mean, we Muslims may love our Prophet (pbuh), we will give our life for him but we don't worship the prophet. If there was such a fool who worshipped Muhammad (pbuh) then he's definately in error and he wouldn't be considered following Islam. The followers of Islam are called Muslims. I'm very glad it's known now, moreso than before. smile and... haana and I like how you said Islam insted of "muslim". It annouys me when people call our religion "muslim", muslim is not the religion but what you call the followers. I almost become muslim a few years ago, so I know a bunch about it. My stepmom, hardcore christian, always called muslims "islams" and I correct her but she never listens. She's definately stupid. She also calls Islam "muslim". It's quite sad the religious ignorance here in America. Haha and I saw a good onea few posts ago, "Jesusist". I shall call her a Jesusist the next time I talk to her. Jesusian... Jesusish... hahaha. Oh, and I hate when people think the Budhha was fat just because of the happy buddha statues.
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