Why did so many get offended by "The Passion of the Christ"?
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All the "critics" against "The Passion of the Christ" NEVER VIEWED THE FILM.  Is not the criticizing of a “something” without thorough exposure and knowledge of its inner workings a complete and total HYPOCRISY?  Absolutely.  These critics possessed a “PRESUPPOSED BIAS”, which became their dishonest strategic primary driving force against the film, having the deviant political agenda to thwart its success, popularity and acceptance on the entirely fabricated claims of anti-Semitism.  Why, you ask?  Because the proponents against “The Passion of the Christ” are, in fact, ANTI-CHRISTIAN.  Yet, no anti-Semitism could even be remotely detected throughout Mel Gibson’s entire film.  In the post-film release, did the horrible anti-Semitic riots by Christians around the planet materialize against the Jews, and their Synagogues were they violently bombed and completely burned down to the ground as all the critics, FANNING THE FLAMES OF FEAR, claimed would happen?  NO!  Not even close.\n\nMuch to the disappointed chagrin of the critics, “The Passion” was a global blockbuster never before seen, and it broke all previous theater film attendance records.  So powerful was this film that theater goers reported actual Supernatural personal healings, miracles and Divine encounters after viewing this Cinematography Masterpiece, literally a three-dimensional Rembrandt.  It clearly revealed a hunger for this genre of film entertainment, but Hollywood, traditionally anti-Christian, would prefer to continue producing directionless film properties of lesser pursuits that are barely able to make the bottom line, if even that, because these films promote their corrupt values that are completely diametric to the principled values of most Americans, those who would prefer to see more films like “The Passion”.
653357
Everyone is way too sensitive. People need to just lighten up and be more accepting of others. I'm tired of people crying about someone or something offending them. That new movie coming out, The DaVinci Code is a perfect example. The Catholic Church ( and others ) are all pissed off about the content of the movie. But that's just what it is, A MOVIE! It's make believe. People need to get over themselves and live with it.
968932
most of us are offended by the individuals--not the faith or religion, the people themselves--why can't you grasp that concept?
758759
Offended?  No.  I am a Christian and when I look at the world, I am offended by starvation, poverty, homelessness, disease...\n\nI am offended by a world that rejects Jesus Christ.\n\nAnd I am mostly offended by "Christians" such as that group that make the rest of us look like fools.\n\nI am no supporter of homosexuality as a lifestyle....but - that dude from the AFA really needs to get a life.\n\nA life devoted to solving the REAL problems in the world.\n\nHomosexuality is about #10,876 on the list of things Christians need to be worrying about.
117673
Everybody gets offended these days. Its pathetic. \n\nPeople's lives are too easy, life in general is too easy, so they need something to complain about. It truly is pathetic. \n\nNotice one thing thats missing from the Bill of Rights? There is nothing in there about 'having the right to not be offended'.
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i agree with everything that jerik f said. the film is based on a book of fiction with some reasonable .what if..' theories...and it is a great film, in my opinion - but - everyone is entitled to theirs.....\nand no, Christian people shouldn't oppose it, if anything the film encourages a healthy debate on the subject doesn't it?  and the one thing that Christian people like to do is talk about their religion, don't they?
567976
not at all. As a Christian, my concern is for those who are not well grounded in the faith or who do not have working knowledge of the Bible. Jesus Christ is divine. The movie challenges (without any proof) that Jesus was married. Jesus was the sinless sacrifice for our sins, perfect w/out blemish. There are Roman historical accounts of the man named Jesus as well as in Jewish record. From a secular perspective, don't you think the Jews and the Romans would have been all over Jesus being married? Also, the writers of the four Gospels all died for what they believed as well as countless other martyrs. The real truth, however, can be seen in the countless lives Jesus has transformed for good. \nThe Bible has survived thousands of years of inquiry, a movie is not going to challenge it. Don't allow yourself to be deceived.
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The Da Vinci Code, the movie, is based on a FICTIONAL book, so the whole big stink is being made over someone's imagination.  Yes, little facts are mixed in here and there, but freaking out and saying the movie is an attack on faith is ridiculous.  At the very least, the movie should be encouraged because it motivates people to THINK, to examine their beliefs...regardless of how good or bad the acting may be.  Additionally, as for people being upset that some believe Christ married, it should be pointed out that NO WHERE in the Bible is marriage considered a sin.  Rather, the union between man and woman through marriage (made official in that time by sexual intercourse) is considered a GIFT from God. :-)\n\nAs for Pirates...WOO HOO!  I can't wait to see it!
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I think the criticism is funny. It's a show where people have problems and a guy talks to Jesus about them. Isn't this what christians want? As for people getting mad that clergy are represented as pill poppers and worse well as the son of two ministers I have seen that and worse from people who are ordained and in the pulpit.
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I have watched this movie several times and to tell you the truth, I felt bad after every viewing.  Not bad in the "I shouldn't have watched this" way, but bad that I have a part in nailing Jesus to the cross, even today.  I actually cried when I first watched it, and I am not one of those people that cry at movies, but this was a moving experience for me.  \n\nThe movie was adapted from a book that a num wrote a couple of hundred years ago.  She had visions from Jesus about what the Passion was like, and was told all of this in great detail, including how many times He was whipped, and the crown of thorns and everything else.\n\nI haven't read the book, but am still looking for it, but I have heard, from people who have read it, that the movie is very close to what this nun had written.\n\nI don't think the movie was supposed to "bring people to Christianity", but was meant to show people how Jesus suffered.  I agree that something should have been done about the Resurection, since Passion referes to the crusifixtion, death and resurection, but I did kind of like the ending, showing Him walking out of the tomb.
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Sweetie, i tell you, that upsets me too!!! It's upsetting, I put a question, where i put"Christians" only. People got offended, im not a mean person, it was just a question for followers of God. \n\nWhatever! LONG LIVE GOD!
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The quality of the book and the veracity of the story line do not really appear to be the issue for people who speak out against the book.  I realize that the Da Vinci Code is a work of fiction, and I'm not unduly upset about the content, as it is not presented as historical fact.  That said, I understand why many Christians, especially Catholics, feel the need to attempt some kind of damage control.  The book's merits (such as they are) aside, it has been tremendously popular, translated into forty languages, and has the ability to color the religious views of people who are relatively ignorant of Church practices and history.  Your point is well taken, though, considering that the movie would get much less press if it wasn't allowed to create controversy.  Apparently it's not even a very good movie.  And to the person who said that the asker needs to educate himself/herself and investigate the book before making these claims:  I don't know if he/she has, but it's very possible that one would still reach this conclusion.  I DO know that I have, and I'll debate the plausibility of the storyline with you any day, and I'm not even offended by the book's fictional claims.  They may be entertaining for some, but they are also completely unsubstantiated and fictional, and I hope you're not implying otherwise.  All in all, the only thing that offends me about this book is the banal writing style.  Hardy Boys is a good comparison.  Still, I understand why Christians want to counter some of the underlying ideas and paranoia.
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I don't think they're overeacting at all. It's very offensive toward the entire church and faith community. Someone draws a cartoon of Muhamad and it causes worldwide rage among Muslims. This movie completely shoots down the credibility of the Christian faith - and sadly - a lot of people buy into these theories. I think it's only rational to be upset - if you're a Christian period - not just a Roman Catholic.
607677
Jesus was an OK guy.  He believed that we should love one another.  It's the Christians that are really annoying.  Too often they think they have all the answers and it usually goes, "Jesus is the answer!" But what is the question?  Furthermore, when there is no doubt, there is no need for further inquiry, brain atrophies and emotions elicit violent anger when "true beliefs" are confronted by empirical evidence.  Intolerant certainty leads to arrogance, haughtiness, condescension, and self-righteousness.  I do not want to spend eternity with brain dead Christ fans.
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Everything in opposition of the Bible drives them crazy. It's already been established that it is fiction, and not even an original piece of work as it was stolen from other writers. But some people believe that it is really possible. That's their perogrative. I have not seen the movie so I can't comment on the contents. \n\nBut I agree you really do have to wonder when someone gets that upset over something. Perhaps it's not near as strong and firm as people would like you to believe if they get that threatened by a work of fiction.
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hmmmm. \n\nMaybe because a lot of ppl think there maybe more to it than just fiction.\n\nTherefore it does not matter what the cover says.\n\nThe book altered the perceptions of a lot of ppl.\n\nSo did the movie Matrix. \n\nAs did countless other books, movies, etc..\n\nProblem here was that it was the catholic church and christian beliefs that was influenced in a negative way. Since there are a lot of devoted Christians out there and the fact that the Catholic Church exerts a lot of influence was why there was such a big offensive reaction to the book.
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I am in agreement with you...there is no reason to censor the movie... years ago I believe there was also an outcry over "The last temptation of Christ" as well.....religions tend not to be very tolerant of anything that could  possibly contradict any of their version of history or potentially influence people to question the version...... people have to keep in mind that all religions are man made , the bible was written by men ... which logically means that much of what is written in it must be  questioned...or at least  viewed as embellished to suit  the writers preference ......