Posted by Dr. Bob on March 1, 2006, at 1:40:02
In reply to Re: A word earns a PBC, posted by deirdrehbrt on February 28, 2006, at 3:58:18
> Anyway, the double-g form of She who still remains unnamed would be acceptable to me to use if it meets with your approval.
> I still find it unsavory to have to negotiate to use the name of deity, but I am willing to take this step in the name of civility on your board. It provides you with the opportunity to not have to retreat from your stance while providing me with the opportunity to use the name of the Goddess. The word is not splatted when used, and I think that when I use it in context, as well as ending in gg instead of g, it will be quite well understood to not mean the same thing as the vulgar word to which you object.
> If you can accept this, I would take it as a generous sign on your part.I'm happy to accept that, it's a generous sign and a compromise on your part. Thanks.
> That being said, I will say that I still find it unfair that one while a Goddess' name is banned for being vulgar, that a particular God isn't.
I agree, it isn't fair. But if people are sensitive to certain words, I'd like to respect that, too.
> I hope that you can understand my position, my being upset at my post being disected to the point where meaning was lost and altered, and that you will accept my ammends for what I believe to be unreasonable behavior afterward.
I understand your position, I'm glad you stood up for it, and I thought you did so in a civil way.
> the conversations that have been started are, I hope, having the effect for which I am seeking. It is providing on a very small scale at present, interfaith communication, and demonstrating that while there are different beliefs, that Pagans and Christians are able to live side by side and not be afraid of each other. Even better, we are able to like each other. That communication and demonstration are in the end, worth more than gold.
Well said! That's why there's one Faith board. You've posted about being able to bridge one divide, this is another...
Bob
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