Obviously for Southern Baptists and fundamentalists cussing is a big time no-no. But I am turning Catholic and our Catholic priest on occasion, while in a private informal setting, drop the "S" bomb. My fundamentalist friend says this priest is not a real christian and he is definitely going to hell, but he couldn't name a source that indicates that using certain words other than the name of God can be a sin? I mean when Jesus was around there was no word "sh*t" they spoke latin. Please help!
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In your question, the only person in danger of going to hell is perhaps your fundamentalist friend by placing judgement upon the priest. Didn't Jesus tell us not to judge? Remember that whole throw the first stone story? I truly believe God has more to be concerned about than the s-word or f-word, provided it isn't being used to verbally harm other people. I sincerely doubt your priest used the word to call someone a s-head or along those lines. \n\nAs well, I went to Catholic school for 14 years in total (JK-12) and while swearing could get you into trouble, I never heard that it would send you to hell. Plus, there's an obvious difference in swearing if you make a mistake or swearing at someone to insult them. By doing that you are, in turn, insulting God. But God is also forgiving. I would be wary of your fundamentalist friend.
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I love it how members of this "loving" cult say that they are the kindest people you will ever meet, yet when you say you dont believe in God, they say you will go to hell.  What is loving about that?\n\nOFA, there is no law preventing the insults of individuals or groups, in fact it is protected under the First Amendment... except this is a website that is not under American law, it is under international law.
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Swearing isn't really a cut and dry sin or non-sin.  It's difficult to categorize b/c it depends so much on the situation, not much unlike most sins.   What is sin?  A literal definition is: a falling short.  So, what are we comparing our actions to that we may fall short?  We compare our actions to God who is perfectly holy. God is revealed to us primarily in two ways: 1) The Bible 2) prayer.  It really depends on who ya are, why you're swearing, and what you're swearing about.  \n\nSo, if I say "that's a damn good question," then the swear word is an encouraging adjective.  The Bible praises encouragement. If I say "Damn all you people!"  Then I am being controlled by my anger and speaking down on others which doesn't reflect the love of Jesus.  \n\nThen if you have a relationship w/Jesus; you talk to Him through prayer, He may let you know in some way that He doesn't want you to swear.  That's what the church folks call a "personal conviction."  Then if you were to swear it would be a sin.\n\nThere are many actions that fall in this sort of gray area where some say it's a sin and others say it's permissable.  A piece of advice if I may.  Don't worry as much about the rules of Christianity as you do about learning about God.  It's easier to obey your teachers and bosses when you know who they are.
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this is the word of sean\n\n\n\nproof of bible is word of god is in the margin\n(do you think the fundamentalist christian will get this joke)
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Jesus never said those words.\n\nThis is a quote from Jeremiah, in a prayer to God (Jeremiah 18:21-22).  This was in a section where God was warning His nation of Israel of a pending destruction because of their rebellion, but also telling them that if they would repent, he would stay his hand.\n\nThe author misattributed the quote to Jesus and took it out of context to make it sound like Jesus was saying something contrary to what he said.  I seriously doubt the Yahoo Answer Police are biblically literate enough to recognize these problems with his question, however.\n\nMy guess is that they determined it violated the Content & Usage guidelines which say, you may not post content "to exploit, solicit, or harm minors," or "that is violent, racist, incendiary, or otherwise objectionable."
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Blasphemy is the defamation of the name of God. These may include using sacred names as stress expletives without intention to pray or speak of sacred matters. Sometimes blasphemy is used loosely to mean any profane language, for example Holy Shit, Fucking Hell, Jesus Christ!, God!, etc
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The only curse word the bible definitely says you shouldn't use is the word 'fools' \n \nMatthew 5:  5:22 But I say unto you, That whosoever is angry with his brother without a cause shall be in danger of the judgment: and whosoever shall say to his brother, Raca, shall be in danger of the council: but whosoever shall say, Thou fool, shall be in danger of hell fire\n\nBut you can say 'fool' freely without being censored by the public. You can say 'fool' and not get fired. You can't say that other f-word though, because of old taboos, possibly Victorian in origin when polite society attempted to put sex in its place, to be used for reproductive purposes only.
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Well I thought at first that was someone taking the mick, but you seem genuine and what you have written is true, even powerful but that's normally shared with christians not with those who will ridicule something (sacred) like that. A 'prophetic' word perhaps but is the place to share it? Will it be well received? Yes you have addressed it to christians but it just seems to be the wrong place to share it ...but then I could be wrong of course..
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My family used to be (when my parents were still alive and us kids were closer to home) prone to getting into heated "discussions" about most any topic. Whatever the popular opinion, my dad would always play the devils advocate, and off we'd go, debating darned near anything. One Sunday, we got into it about cursing. Part of us took the stance that only the designated curse words were truly curse words, and who decided what they were anyway? And part of us took the side that ANY word would be a curse word if used with the right emotion. Ex: if you say darn and you really meant damn, or really WANTED to say damn, then you may as well have gone ahead and said damn! The others were no way! Only the word damn is a curse word, and darn and heck and shoot are all perfectly good alternatives...well, so it went in my house!\nPoint being, I personally think that it's the emotion behind the word used, and say, in the case of Tourette's, there is no emotion intended, just an uncontrollable outburst of words that just happen to be considered foul by society. Now, having said all that, the Bible does have something to say about not allowing a rotten saying to come out of our mouths, along with swearing (as in "I swear to God I didn't take your purse!" The Bible says to let our yes mean yes and our no mean no) You'll find those verses at Eph 4:29 and Matt 5:37.
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First let me say that I agree with you whole-heartedly.  In fact your example word is a good one, and if this is a site for 13 + year olds, I cannot see why it should be *'ed out.\nI tend to agree with Lenny Bruce.  S M U T is in the mind of the beholder.  Yet since Victorian times, our society has taken the view that what you do and say in private should never be reflected in public.  So we end up with priests who abuse young boys and book thumpers who swoon at the thought of the word phuck.\nSo I have to write about Richard Chaney and call a male chicken a rooster.  All because some see themselves as better than those of us common people who use common (vulgar does mean common) words.\nI understand why Yahoo does what it does.  The last thing it needs is a group of politically power fanatics stomping their cyberbutts for allowing crude language.\nYet Mary did ride an ass into Bethlehem.  And Peter did deny knowing Christ three times before the cock crowed.  And Noah did know his daughters and none of this is bleeped out of their Bibles.\nOkay, we try to watch our potty-mouths, but sometime bending over backwards to avoid offending someone is not the best way to become closer to Divinity.\nAny by the way, outside of direct reference in prayer, the use of the name G_d is still a sin, even if quoted by a so-called righteous person in an argument.
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I would say to be militant about it is a little strong, but Jesus says that we are to go into the world teaching and preaching the gospel, baptizing in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.  So, I would think it should make a great deal of difference to you what someone believes; as he also said I AM the Way, the Truth, and the Light - NO man cometh unto the Father, but by me.  The capitals are not yelling but for emphasis and I don't know how to make emphasis without using capitals - so if you are saved and you don't feel an unction to spread the gospel, then what good is your salvation?  I'm not judging you, I'm simply posing a thought pondering question to you.  I can't tell you what is sin and what is not - Jesus can - a reference you might find helpful is James 4:17.
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The phrase, "so help you God," has been removed from most US courts a long time ago.  Also, you don't have to "swear" either, you can "affirm."\n\nLawrence\nhttp://www.truebiblesermons.com
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First, because it is socially acceptable, second we as a nation have become susceptible to the influences of a fallen world, and desensitized ourselves.  Third, because so many people are walking around without the presence of the Holy Spirit to guide them in all things.  It is a sin to speak that way, and to use God's name for anything other than praise and prayer, or proper conversation.  Using it in vain is sin.  It was something I barely noticed before I was born again, now it actually hurts my spirit to hear someone swearing, cursing using God's name.
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i was raised catholic, though am not religious now. from past experience, i have noticed priests like to probe you if you give a vague answer. so if you say something like "I was mean to my brother", the priest will be like "what do you mean by that? you hit him? argued?" etc. so be prepared ;)
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There is no Hell, so....\n\nNo.\n\nAnd no, not all Christians are so insanely rude.  They aren't all so pompous and presumptuous and RUDE.  I can't stress enough how completely rude she is.
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Hi be nice, speak the truth in love.You have a very valid point, and there are many other valid points along these same lines, However I don't think people will be won over by insults...\n\nhere is a web site for those who have questions about the difference between what the Catholic church teaches and what the bible says:\n\nhttp://www.reachingcatholics.org/mainpage.html\n\nSincerely - Redeemed (by the blood of the lamb)
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First, I think you should have a definition of blasphemy...\nblas·phe·my    ( P )  Pronunciation Key  (blsf-m)\nn. pl. blas·phe·mies \n\nA contemptuous or profane act, utterance, or writing concerning God or a sacred entity. \nThe act of claiming for oneself the attributes and rights of God. \nAn irreverent or impious act, attitude, or utterance in regard to something considered inviolable or sacrosanct. \n------------------------------------------------------------\nTo blaspheme the Holy Spirit is to mock Him or make fun of Him or it can also be taking credit for something He has done.  That is why Jesus was accused of blasphemy when He called Himself the Son of God.  People of His time thought that He was being disrespectful and elevating Himself to a place that, in their minds, He did not belong.\n\nI'm a little confused, why would you be called before Satan?  We are given free will by God and this includes freedom of speech, but when dealing with the devil, it is best to pray and allow the Holy Spirit to speak through you for the best outcome in that situation, but the Bible doesn't say that we have to do this.  Please post more info, or e-mail me.  I am very interested in what you are asking. pwacheri777@sbcglobal.net\n\nOf the above answers, I only agree with peacetol_packin_preacher's 100%.  Some of the others are partially correct, but not completely accurate.  This is why I gave you the dictionary deffinition of blasphemy.