Is it bad etiquette to give a gift to someone who's Jewish at Christmas time?
927817
Happy Hannukah, Happy Chanukah, Happy Holidays, are all appropriate.  The first two refer to the 8-day Jewish celebration.\n\nMy best friend of 30 years, a teacher, is of the Jewish faith.  Receiving a gift with "Happy Hannukah" on it makes it more  special as the student took the time to remember his/her teacher is not Christian.  \n\nYour gift to your Jewish professor will coincide with the gifts you are planning to give to your Christian professors, as Chanukah in 2006 begins at sundown on December 15 with the first full day of this Jewish celebration on December 16.
11902
Your good friends will not be upset about getting a Christmas card instead of a gift.  Any friends you lose because they did not get a Christmas gift, are probably not worth trying to keep.
14583
You must either thank this person, and accept the olive branch they've extended, or return the gift to them... You may not decently keep the gift and continue to reject the giver.
967278
No, he doesn't deserve presents. A card is more than generous. A gift is a gift, it's not mandatory and for your sister to even insist that he get one is not only rude, but down right a poor show of manners. If she is insistent that you get him a gift, then perhaps she can share hers. Whatever you get her, just stick his name on it too. Someone who can't make an effort to get to know the family of the girl he *loves* doesn't deserve anything more.
593592
i guess if you are still friends it's ok to give him a gift but make sure its a 'friend' kind of gift and not a boyfriend gift. make it something he will like but not too expensive, etc.
16631
Sure. Christmas is a nice holiday.  I'm sure most of us have mixed emotions on this holiday for many different reasons.  I think the predominant emotion would be happiness, though.  Its a nice thing to see someone in love with the gift you gave them.  Sharing is a really nice thing-even if it isn't an exchange of gifts, its nice to share time with people on this holiday.
484668
I enjoy giving gifts to those people I care about. I like making them happy and seeing them smile. I understand that a lot of people feel pressure to spend big bucks for "holiday gifts", but you don't have to cave in to that pressure. Gifts don't have to be expensive, just as long as it comes from the heart, it can be something you've made, or something you've found that made you think of that person. And if you don't want to give for a specific holiday, then just give whenever you want to. There are no written rules on this.
860674
I would give a gift of enlightenment. I rather love my friends and family all year long and I can give them gifts at anytime, but not at christmas for celebratory purpose. In short, I would give gifts but not in celebration of Christmas.  To avoid misleading others or misinterpretation, I would rather not give at Christmas.  I would give my friend a gift of enlightenment....by letting her know that Christmas is a big lie and it originated with paganic practices. I would let her know that sheeps wouldn't be out in the fields in the winter. ..That in the winter, if it rains, the rain gets soaked into the sheep's wool and actually gets frozen, potentially killing the sheep. Therefore,...that Christ couldn't have possible been born in December. I would get with her and look up the word 'Christmas' in encyclopaedia and read the origin of Christmas. Most encyclopaedias are online and; the Catholic encyclopaedia is a good one. So, I would reason with my friend that only Satan is the cause of perpetrating the big lie about Christmas. I would let her know that the word 'devil' means a vicious liar and where ever a lie is involved, the source is 'of the devil.' I would tell my friend.."Let's get out of the evil practices of the world and that we should be in the world but not of the world."
354051
dont expect a gift, it is possible someone may get you one to mark the occasion, but they are mainly coming to celebrate with you. i didnt get a gift, and wasnt expecting one. well, i say i didnt get a gift, but, a new life with Jesus is sure special
797090
I'm Jewish and there's nothing wrong with attending a funeral (despite what religion it maybe.) Part of being Jewish or of anything faith is showing compassion and support to your loved ones. The cousin was a loved member of your husband, show him the support he needs. Your not there to take practice in any religious rituals.
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It's not supposed to be about bringing the right gift, originally they brought live turkeys for goodness sake! If you can make a desert or something traditionally english take that! If not stick with the wine and tell them about asking what to bring on the internet, it's the thought that counts after all and you'll have a conversation starter!
828365
guys family shoud go first..you are the princess honey and kings never go to people and ask if they could marry her daughter.. boy's family should come first with presents..if you want to give the turkish family presents: vase, tea,clothing or make up for the young relatives..etc..it can be anything that you think as a present in your country..but i think the most important present is your attitude..turkish people give a big importance on respect..show your respect to the olders and always smile..if you serve something to eat or drink at first if they don't accept don't give up..insist on!! as a tradition turkish people usually reject the first offers.this is referred to politeness..but there are no strict rules!! they don't live with strict traditional laws..the idea is to have fun..good luck :)
754723
My brother's birthday is day after christmas and every year he got short-changed. Aunties, etc. wold say "Oh, junior, we got you a bigger present because it is for both Christmas and your birthday". a kid doesn't think that's very cool. A kid - and an adult -doesn't care if you spent $5. or $25. so long as the gift is cool. Once we became adults I made a special point of always giving my brother a separate birthday gift - and NEVER used Christmas wrapping!! (like some people did). If you ditch Christmas, you are still short-changing her, dummy-cakes. You do the whole Christmas thing as usual but maybe you buy a very personal gift , set your alarm clock for 12:01 December 25th, wake her up with a kiss and a glass of champagne and say "Happy Birthday, darling, sweetie, lambie-pie,cuddles. This moment is just for you because I love you!" Trust me, all day Christmas she'll be bragging to all her friends and relatives about the most romantic, thoughtful guy in the world - YOU!\n**Just read your add-on, and i still urge you both not to "ditch" Christmas. Been there,done that - and for the same reasons you gave. It was a disaster. Two of us in Vegas, both missing the meaning and feelings of Christmas. Start your own new traditions - things you can later share with your children from the extended families because some years you will have the kids. Buy an artificial tree, one that is exquisite, one that you can now afford because you aren't feeding a horde of people for dinner. Plan future decorating and start with this year's purchase, in following years, include those kids. You need to show the children that Christmas is important and that you are celebrating so that they want to be with you on alternate years. Whether you are feeling like a "family" this year or not, you really ARE a family, just missing a few members on this one occasion. The earlier suggestion would still hold true, but then please have a wonderful Christmas as well! You can always have a birthday cake for dessert.
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Yes.  A little gift wouldn't hurt.  Nothing too big though, just in case he doesnt get anything for you, you don't want him to feel bad.  I reccomend a funny little gift that relates to a little joke or funny event that the two of you have shared in the past month.  If you can't think of anything, always go to something that will make him laugh a little.
1019240
It is *traditional* to give gifts of 18, 36, or 54.  It isn't *required*, and you won't look like an idiot if you give a different amount.  If you buy a gift instead of cash (or gift certificate), the amount you spend wouldn't necessarily be in multiples of 18.  The word for "life" in Hebrew has a numerical value of 18; this is the reason for the tradition.  But I'm sure your friend would rather get $25 than $18.  :-)
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I personally think you should give them a New Year's present BEFORE because if you don't see them they will think of you when the new year comes. And everyone likes to get presents early, so you can't go wrong!! :) Good luck and Happy Holidays,\n-creative:)
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Gee I didn't know there were rules. \n  I think most people buy gifts for those they care about the most and maybe a few other obligatory gifts, like your boss, the kids teacher etc.\n  There are no hard and fast rules though and each family has their own traditions also. Good Luck