Hyacinth

2016-02-07 09:07:40 -0500

liza Rosie commented

“Personally I’d like to have freedom FROM pride parade, at least make them put some clothes on in public, indecent exposure and all. But the fact of the matter is I don’t have to watch if I don’t want to. It is not a human right to NOT be offended. No safe spaces in the real world. What other religion besides Christianity is kept from celebrating and sharing the word of their god, in a public place in Canada? Christians don’t threaten harm to anyone. "



Hear Hear!!

But you do have to admire the incredibly large hypocritical double standard that is thriving in the heart of Ontario, it took two kicks at the can by the Liberals to achieve this, rather an impressive feat when all things considered. Sad to say that even though Canada was founded on Christian values we continue to see the systematic destruction of those very values all in the name of progressive ideology and that of inclusion.



Vladimir Smejkal wrote:

“On special occasions, they should be allowed to have some fun out in the open; There should be no problem with that.”



What? Are you likening Christians to pets to be let out in the yard for fresh air and a romp through the grass? Really, think before you write, think context and grammar!!



He also wrote: "Christians should also live what they preach, otherwise they just sound like a bunch of hypocrites.So, Mr.Levant and all your friends, be nice, forgiving, loving, honest, generous, giving, tolerant and don’t lie (Mr.Levant). If you are in possession of all these virtues, everyone will respect you… "



If I am not mistaken Ezra Levant is Jewish, I however am a Christian and take offense at your stupidity Vladimir . You like so many countless pompous critics of Christianity misconstrue much of the religion intentionally. Do you even understand the history/formation of Christianity? Have you studied it in depth within the confines of the halls of higher academia? Probably not but you feel qualified enough to spout what we Christians should be and do right? Arrogant aren’t you? I have studied for years yet I do not presume to dictate to anyone!!!



I will provide you with a very short history lesson, then you can then go research this for yourself if so inclined. It is regarding the origin of turning of one’s cheek which has been misconstrued to mean “be forgiving” or in some cases “be a doormat”.



Historically, around the time of Herod’s death in 4 BCE , society was basically divided into the following groups – the elite (ruling class), commoners (trades, farmers, and so on), and slaves. It was common practice to execute slaves on the spot for insurrection and/or disobedience. It was also common place to slap a slave publically to correct behavior. The “turning the other cheek" was actually a form of rebellion that would not get a slave executed. Slapping was done with the back of the hand, to slap with the palm would elevate the slave to equal standing. Turning one’s cheek would make it difficult to slap with the back of the hand.

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