why is the bad person in a family called the blacksheep where did that come from?
966297
The term originated from the fact that occasionally a black sheep will be born into a herd of white sheep. Black wool is less desirable then white because of it's inability to be dyed. That is why a person who is different from their family in their beliefs or actions is called a 'black sheep'.
829711
All in the Family - Archie and Edith Bunker.  He was a bigot and she was a ditz.
345083
since the dawn of time there has been enmity between people.  out of the first family, Cain slew his own brother Abel.  it is called Evil, i guess
839061
In the 1800"s the word became popular from the clan, "Chieftains", who ran protection rackets on farmers in Scottland.  Should a  Farmer  not pay their mail, old term used for rent,  Chieftain would steal their cattle and crops.  Since this was considered evil, it was considered,\n "Blackmail."
831283
It came from Mary Tudor... aka Mary I Queen of England... She had a whole bunch of Protestants killed in an attempt to move England back to Catholicism thus earning the nickname Bloody Mary.  Since then the term Bloody has been very offensive in England.
655262
It's just a nickname from a show or a movie if I recall. It is a ghetto name we use to be funny, to make fun of the different types of crazy ghetto names peple have
651460
The inquisition, was ruthless in it's hunt for those who dared to defy catholism (not sure of that spellin) But what they are most famous for is their ability to question/ torture an innocent person into incrimminating themselves. Their victims were known to simply confess to the crimes they were accused in an attempt to make the questioning end. The inquisition were masters at intimidation and the twisting of words and events...that is where the saying originated from (i do believe)
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Because people who hate want their kids to hate. For example, family A hates black people, they have a daughter and they fear she might grow up and marry "one of those........" so they teach her hate to "protect" her.\n\nStupid, I didn't say it wasn't, however that is about the best way I can explain ignorance.
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Actually it is a misconception starting with the fairies them self. They aren't the cheerful little peps that everyone think they are. But yes fairytale where somewhat urban leagans meant to keep not only kids but everyone out of certain places or keep them away from certain people like pagans for example, Why are the witches the bad ones in most tales?.. Or to express their dislikes for members of the royal families, lord and people of higher class, the giant and orgers of the tales.  A lil something to think about, how long would it be until people like Bush or Bin laden have their own tales.
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The feud goes back Centuries. It is a Territorial dispute. (You may want to reference the Hatfields and the McCoys in the United States.) Blood was shed between the two families during their dispute, ever deepening their division. This was indeed one of the central points of contention in the play Romeo and Juliet. Remember also during the play, when the differences between the families are discussed, the line: "What is in a name? A rose by any other name would smell as sweet". (I may not have that exactly right, but I think it's close). Good luck.
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It all depends on the child and the family. Every family has the black sheep often times it is the youngest one because it is the youngest one that gets spoiled the most. Sometimes it is the middle child that is the most rebellious because the middle child seems to miss out on the majority of the attention. :D\n\nBut it really does all stem back to the upbringing.
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There are many Sherwoods and many family mottos. Since you did not say which Sherwood family you are asking about, here is the motto of one Sherwood;\n “I always get what I want.”\n\nwhich is not too bad.\n\ncc
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The surname of Burls originated in England.  This was the name given to the cup bearers of noble families.  It is derived from the word "byrle" which means "cup bearer or butler."  Hope this helps.  You can view a picture of the Burls family crest at http://www.houseofnames.com/xq/asp.fc/qx/burles-family-crest.htm
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they don't have the ability do distinguish bad from wrong, therefor they don't realise that that kind of music sends a bad message through the some nice songs. that's my conclusion, after many years of observing them. it's olso the heard spirit. or family spirit. if you say anything bad about someone in their family, they simply respond to that, not thinking even for a second if you are right or not.
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There have been many different explanations for the origin of the name of the gang:\n\n    * The most well-known theories tie the current name with "crib" or "crib street" (alluding to an actual street or the young age of the members at the time of the gang's founding).\n\n    * "Crip" originates from the carrying of a cane or stick — Los Angeles Times 14 April 1992: "Word spread about the tough-looking young men, who some said carried canes and walked with a limp — cripples, or crips, they were called for short."\n\n    * Mis-pronunciation of "The Crypts."\n\n    * Some alleged backronyms for the name include:\n\n        * Community (or California) Revolution/Restoration In Progress.\n\n        * Community Resources for an Independent People\n\n        * California Rebels In Power\n\n        * Crip meaning cradle to the grave. C standing for Cradle, RIP standing Rest In Peace, a common phrase inscribed on tombstones.
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The most likely answer is that it is a  deliberate\nmisspelling of Charlie, the usual nickname for\nCharles.  I seem to remember seeing it used this\nway in print, but can't remember where.
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It isnt a reference to anyone in particular..the title refers to a term for hypocrisy\n\nexample: "The pot calling the kettle black"