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Would you call a Cardinal, Your Eminence or Cardinal "name" even though your not Catholic?

Or would you call the Dali Lama or Pope Your Holiness even though you dont belong to those religions?

Or even, would you address a priest as Father or Reverend even if your aren't religious?

No.

Yes.

Originally posted by Grand_Moff_Gav
I.e.
Would you call a Cardinal, Your Eminence or Cardinal "name" even though your not Catholic?

Or would you call the Dali Lama or Pope Your Holiness even though you dont belong to those religions?

Or even, would you address a priest as Father or Reverend even if your aren't religious?

It all depends on the circumstances. If I was in a place where their authority was, like a church, I would call them by their title. This really has nothing to do with religion, however. If I was talking to a senator or congressman, I would call them by their title, in a formal setting. That is just proper educate. But if they were in my house on a social evening, most people would want to be called by their names.

What shakya said. It's a societal convention and common courtesy more so than religious adherence. I might not if I was adamantly opposed to them or their religious sect (I don't know if, say, Scientology has priests....but I wouldn't call them by a title, for example). But in most cases there's no problem.

Originally posted by Grand_Moff_Gav
I.e.
Would you call a Cardinal, Your Eminence or Cardinal "name" even though you're not Catholic?

Or would you call the Dali Lama or Pope Your Holiness even though you don't belong to those religions?

Or even, would you address a priest as Father or Reverend even if you aren't religious?

I would. I don't have to believe the bat-shit crazy things they do, but they are the focal points of a lot of human faith, so I have respect for the beliefs of my fellow man, just not specifically what they are.

Originally posted by Grand_Moff_Gav
I.e.
Would you call a Cardinal, Your Eminence or Cardinal "name" even though your not Catholic?

Or would you call the Dali Lama or Pope Your Holiness even though you dont belong to those religions?

Or even, would you address a priest as Father or Reverend even if your aren't religious?

As long as they refer to me by my titles of either Galaxy Commander or IlKahn.

Originally posted by Shakyamunison
It all depends on the circumstances. If I was in a place where their authority was, like a church, I would call them by their title. This really has nothing to do with religion, however. If I was talking to a senator or congressman, I would call them by their title, in a formal setting. That is just proper educate. But if they were in my house on a social evening, most people would want to be called by their names.

yes I would.

I'm anti-religion of any sort but I do have respect for others. Although I do not believe in their specific religion nor the very idea of an organized religion at all, these men do and have practiced it their whole life. They have attained their titles through dedication and life-long service. Just because you do not agree with another's beliefs does not mean you should be a shithead and refuse to acknowledge the accomplishments others have attained by devoting their entire life.

If you are a pacifist and do not agree with armed forces, are you going to refuse to address military officers as general, major, etc? Your beliefs have nothing to do with what these men have earned through the dedication of their own beliefs.

Originally posted by DigiMark007
What shakya said. It's a societal convention and common courtesy more so than religious adherence. I might not if I was adamantly opposed to them or their religious sect (I don't know if, say, Scientology has priests....but I wouldn't call them by a title, for example). But in most cases there's no problem. http://www.encyclopediadramatica.com/Scientology

Originally posted by AngryManatee
As long as they refer to me by my titles of either Galaxy Commander or IlKahn. theyd have to call me son of chuck

Originally posted by chickenlover98
theyd have to call me son of chuck

We first have to nail Chuck to a cross, and then wait 2000 years for his return.

Originally posted by Shakyamunison
We first have to nail Chuck to a cross, and then wait 2000 years for his return. impossible no nails can pierce his skin

Originally posted by Grand_Moff_Gav
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Would you call a Cardinal, Your Eminence or Cardinal "name" even though your not Catholic?

Or would you call the Dali Lama or Pope Your Holiness even though you dont belong to those religions?

Or even, would you address a priest as Father or Reverend even if your aren't religious? Depends, due to common courtesy usually yes.

Formally, yes.

Informally, no.

Originally posted by chickenlover98
impossible no nails can pierce his skin

Then you are condemned to hell.

Lackies...........People of the church.

Formally, yes.

But hell, I don't know if I will ever get to eat dinner with the Dalai Lama but even then, I'd address him accordingly. I'm respectful like that.

Originally posted by Grand_Moff_Gav
I.e.
Would you call a Cardinal, Your Eminence or Cardinal "name" even though your not Catholic?

Or would you call the Dali Lama or Pope Your Holiness even though you dont belong to those religions?

Or even, would you address a priest as Father or Reverend even if your aren't religious?

I would really like to see a Communist answer these questions. 313

Would I? Sure...I did once for the honorable elijah muhammad (of course when I was speaking with a muslim)

Originally posted by Shakyamunison
It all depends on the circumstances. If I was in a place where their authority was, like a church, I would call them by their title. This really has nothing to do with religion, however. If I was talking to a senator or congressman, I would call them by their title, in a formal setting. That is just proper educate. But if they were in my house on a social evening, most people would want to be called by their names.

Originally posted by chickenlover98
impossible no nails can pierce his skin

no

Soooooooo what do you call them?

Originally posted by Deja~vu
Soooooooo what do you call them?

The first fowl thing that comes to his mind.

well if he does not say it, I'm sure he'd be thinking it. I bet it would go something like this. #@!!&^#@!!

*Priest covers ears*

Hmmm sensing bad vibes....

if I was to speak to one of them I would call them by their name , or simply YOU

I didn't catch your name...Oh, okay Wilber Hey did ya catch the game last night? Damn was it good as I belted down 40 beers.! I'm a betting man, you?

LOL

Originally posted by anaconda
if I was to speak to one of them I would call them by their name , or simply YOU

What if they don't want to speak to you? hmm

no

I'd refer to them as sir, or by their names. unless it was totally in my best interests to call them by a religious title.

Its like calling profs "dr." so and so, its not something that is really comfortable to me.

I am personally offended that the Prime Minister of Canada refers to the Dali Lama as "his holiness".

Is this a direct insult on Christianity (from a so-called Buddhist)?

Originally posted by ushomefree


Is this a direct insult on Christianity (from a so-called Buddhist)?

No, it was an insult to chickenlover98 and his constant Chuck Norris obsession.

You know, you really need to read things in context, you so called Christian.

What does the "Church of Chuck Norris," that I assume chickenlover98 coined, have to do with Christianity?

Originally posted by ushomefree
What does the "Church of Chuck Norris," that I assume chickenlover98 coined, have to do with Christianity?

Are you asking me?

Yes.

Originally posted by ushomefree
Yes.

I haven't a clue. As far as I know, Chuck Norris is a Christian.

So knowing, as far as you knew, Chuck Norris being Christian, you must have been making an "insult" on Christianity (and your a so-called Buddhist). Is this true?

Originally posted by ushomefree
So knowing, as far as you knew, Chuck Norris being Christian, you must have been making an "insult" on Christianity (and your a so-called Buddhist). Is this true?

Yes. It's a good thing that true Christians don't kill people, like some Muslims do, when they are insulted.

So... you made a statement that can, would, and could be construed as an "insult"--even though Christians don't kill people, like some Muslims do, when they are insulted?

Originally posted by ushomefree
So... you made a statement that can, would, and could be construed as an "insult"--even though Christians don't kill people, like some Muslims do, when they are insulted?

Yes.

Originally posted by Shakyamunison
No, it was an insult to chickenlover98 and his constant Chuck Norris obsession.

You know, you really need to read things in context, you so called Christian.

It is a good thing that chickenlover98 is my friend, and a good guy. The worst he would do is insult me back.

Finally, you admit to insulting Christianity, as if myself, and all members of the forum are too stupid to connect the dots! Question: why the insult? I am just looking for some honesty.

Originally posted by ushomefree
Finally, you admit to insulting Christianity, as if myself, and all members of the forum are too stupid to connect the dots! Question: why the insult?

I never said I insulted Christianity. You said I insulted Christianity.

So, why are you insulted?

Shakyamunison, the first quote--of you--that I posted read, "We first have to nail Chuck to a cross, and then wait 2000 years for his return."

I then asked, "Is this a direct insult on Christianity (from a so-called Buddhist)?"

Your response was, "No, it was an insult to chickenlover98 and his constant Chuck Norris obsession. You know, you really need to read things in context, you so called Christian."

Continuing on with this idiocy, I then responded, "What does the "Church of Chuck Norris," that I assume chickenlover98 coined, have to do with Christianity?"

You further stated, with a question, "Are you asking me?"

I said, "Yes."

You replied, "I haven't a clue. As far as I know, Chuck Norris is a Christian."

Clearly dodging the issue.]

In trying to bring the point home, I stated, "So knowing, as far as you knew, Chuck Norris being Christian, you must have been making an "insult" on Christianity (and your a so-called Buddhist). Is this true?"

Oh... then, you responded, "Yes. It's a good thing that true Christians don't kill people, like some Muslims do, when they are insulted."

Still, trying to bring the point home, I further relayed, "So... you made a statement that can, would, and could be construed as an "insult"--even though Christians don't kill people, like some Muslims do, when they are insulted?"

And you stated, "Yes."

The truth be told!]

Noting the obvious, I asked, "Finally, you admit to insulting Christianity, as if myself, and all members of the forum are too stupid to connect the dots! Question: why the insult? I am just looking for some honesty."

And in responds to this, you stated, "I never said I insulted Christianity. You said I insulted Christianity. So, why are you insulted?"

I guess my question is: why do you have so much pride, being a so-called Buddhist? And why do you feel the need to ridicule Christianity and BS about it? Moreover, have you even a clue as to why Christ has not returned?

Originally posted by ushomefree
Shakyamunison, the first quote--of you--that I posted read, "We first have to nail Chuck to a cross, and then wait 2000 years for his return."

I then asked, "Is this a direct insult on Christianity (from a so-called Buddhist)?"

Your response was, "No, it was an insult to chickenlover98 and his constant Chuck Norris obsession. You know, you really need to read things in context, you so called Christian."

Continuing on with this idiocy, I then responded, "What does the "Church of Chuck Norris," that I assume chickenlover98 coined, have to do with Christianity?"

You further stated, with a question, "Are you asking me?"

I said, "Yes."

You replied, "I haven't a clue. As far as I know, Chuck Norris is a Christian."

Clearly dodging the issue.]

So, is telling the truth dodging to you?

Originally posted by ushomefree
In trying to bring the point home, I stated, "So knowing, as far as you knew, Chuck Norris being Christian, you must have been making an "insult" on Christianity (and your a so-called Buddhist). Is this true?"

Oh... then, you responded, "Yes. It's a good thing that true Christians don't kill people, like some Muslims do, when they are insulted."

Still, trying to bring the point home, I further relayed, "So... you made a statement that can, would, and could be construed as an "insult"--even though Christians don't kill people, like some Muslims do, when they are insulted?"

And you stated, "Yes."

The truth be told!]

Noting the obvious, I asked, "Finally, you admit to insulting Christianity, as if myself, and all members of the forum are too stupid to connect the dots! Question: why the insult? I am just looking for some honesty."

And in responds to this, you stated, "I never said I insulted Christianity. You said I insulted Christianity. So, why are you insulted?"

I guess my question is: why do you have so much pride, being a so-called Buddhist? And why do you feel the need to ridicule Christianity?

But I never insult Christianity; I insulted a friend of mine. All I said yes to was the possibility that someone might be insulted. That is not saying I insulted Christianity.

So, why are you insulted?

Shakyamunison, not that you are, but for crying out loud, you are "acting" like an idiot! Own up, to what you said! Who are you, Bill Clinton?!

Originally posted by ushomefree
Shakyamunison, not that you are, but for crying out loud, you are "acting" like an idiot! Own up, to what you said! Who are you, Bill Clinton?!

hysterical

You have to admit, I did got you on a technicality.

But to tell you the truth. I wasn't trying to insult Christianity when I said that Chuck Norris would have to be nailed to a cross, and then wait 2000 years for his return. I really was giving chickenlover98 a bad time. Him and this Chuck Norris thing was just starting to get old.

However, after this, I think I will join the church of Chuck Norris.

Excellent down-play; you should not join the Church of Chuck Norris, but rather, be a lawyer, and be a weasel all your life, Buddhist.

Originally posted by Shakyamunison
So, is telling the truth dodging to you?



But I never insult Christianity; I insulted a friend of mine. All I said yes to was the possibility that someone might be insulted. That is not saying I insulted Christianity.

So, why are you insulted? shweet i have friends

Originally posted by Shakyamunison
hysterical

You have to admit, I did got you on a technicality.

But to tell you the truth. I wasn't trying to insult Christianity when I said that Chuck Norris would have to be nailed to a cross, and then wait 2000 years for his return. I really was giving chickenlover98 a bad time. Him and this Chuck Norris thing was just starting to get old.

However, after this, I think I will join the church of Chuck Norris. you will be welcomed with open arms and you will be roundhouse free my brother

Originally posted by ushomefree
Excellent down-play; you should not join the Church of Chuck Norris, but rather, be a lawyer, and be a weasel all your life, Buddhist. wow see thats buddhism hostile. careful he'll throw a jelly donut at you

did i mention that theres a giant purple deathsquirrel on my porch?

It is impressive seeing someone feed off their own emotions.

Originally posted by ushomefree
It is impressive seeing someone feed off their own emotions. its more impressive to see someone believe their own bullshit

Originally posted by chickenlover98
its more impressive to see someone believe their own bullshit

Hey! Are you insulting Christianity?

Originally posted by Shakyamunison
Hey! Are you insulting Christianity?



yes

Originally posted by chickenlover98
maybe

It would have been funnier if you had said yes.

Originally posted by Shakyamunison
It would have been funnier if you had said yes. happy?

would be the best alternative

There are worse things than Insulting Christianity, and that is being an Insult to Christianity.

Originally posted by Grand_Moff_Gav
There are worse things than Insulting Christianity, and that is being an Insult to Christianity.

How can something as big as Christianity be insulted?

Originally posted by Shakyamunison
How can something as big as Christianity be insulted? Christianity, you suck!


Done.

Originally posted by Shakyamunison
How can something as big as Christianity be insulted?

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Piss_Christ

(although... he wasn't TRYING to be insulting...)

Originally posted by inimalist
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Piss_Christ

(although... he wasn't TRYING to be insulting...)

I still don't see why a world wide religion would care what a single artist says.

They do protest too much.

Originally posted by Shakyamunison
I still don't see why a world wide religion would care what a single artist says.

They do protest too much.

fair enough, but you would be hard pressed to find Christians who don't find it insulting I'm sure.

Aside from Serrano himself, who is a Catholic.

And also, a 'religion' cannot be offended as if it is an individual. Insulting a religion would be either a) insulting the fundamental principals, even if nobody cares or b) insulting a certain percentage of people within a religion, even if the offense is non-religious.

I think it's more the Catholic church and it's branches that asks you to include titles in their names.......OR........very fundamentalists churches with Brother or Sister titles.

Most places that I have visited don't really ask you to do it. I just say "Hi Ron Billy Bob." j/k

Actually I don't visit many services anymore and the ones I do, we just call each other by our first names. They are places of worship that many people wouldn't except anyway. They don't really teach worship as much as they teach how to love each other and treat others with respect.

I'd only ever be dealing with Catholic priests so yes I would call them Father.. whatever, or Bishop whatever.

Originally posted by anaconda
would be the best alternative

And I thought you were very friendly.

I am, but I can take only so much of the gobbling of a "clergyman"

The chances of me speaking to the Pope are very slim.

When I speak to rabbi, I refer to him as Rabbi, when I speak to Imam, I refer to him as 'imam', and with priest, I refer to him as father or priest.

Its a sign of respect.

What about a Nun. Would anyone call a Nun mother?

Originally posted by Grand_Moff_Gav
I.e.
Would you call a Cardinal, Your Eminence or Cardinal "name" even though your not Catholic?

Or would you call the Dali Lama or Pope Your Holiness even though you dont belong to those religions?

Or even, would you address a priest as Father or Reverend even if your aren't religious?




Yes. It is out of respect. I have no problem with it.

I never call anyone Father or Mother in a Catholic church and the kinds of places I do visit, we just call each other by our first names. Though there are times in the past when I've called people Pastor.

Originally posted by Deja~vu
I never call anyone Father or Mother in a Catholic church and the kinds of places I do visit, we just call each other by our first names. Though there are times in the past when I've called people Pastor.

What about your Father or Mother?

That's why I don't call Caltholic Priests and Nuns Father or Mother. They're not my father or mother.

Originally posted by Deja~vu
That's why I don't call Caltholic Priests and Nuns Father or Mother. They're not my father or mother.

I have some important news for you. Remember that convent you lived next to when you were a kid?

Holy Mother of God!!


I'm a sinners child.