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Wicca is actually a fairly new religion, whereas Pagans have many differing traditions and such. The Witch trials were done in an effort to control the masses. Which is basically what Christianity is all about, keeping the folks under control. Basically when you go and get a marriage lic. you are legally married. My lady and I were married in a courthouse, and had our handfasting before that (Wiccan tradition). I dont think that it really matters whether or not the gummit recognizes our religion. Although the Bush admin. made a point to say that Wicca is nto a legit religion. So much for freedom of choice. The fact of the matter is that this country was founded on Christian values and by Christian folk and it doesnt look like it is going to change anytime soon. I agree that its bullshit, that we talk about tolerance for other religions and so on as long as we agree with it:mad: For a long time I kept to myself about my religious beliefs, my mother, I dont think can accept the fact that I am a practicing witch, she thinks its just a phase and somehow I will come out of it and return to being a Lutheran. its been nearly 20 years now, dont think that is going to happen. To bad for her and those who dont believe, its only done me a world of good, and some for others on occasion when Cernunnos tells me its the right thing to do. As for the Xmas tree, its a Pagan tradition, part of the Yule celebration, Dec. 21. probably why they moved the birth of Christ to the 25th to demoralize the witches. Same with Ostara, Imbolc, Samhain, and on and on. They were all Pagan traditions and were changed or attempted to change to control the masses. Its really sad if you think about it. But I dont really.:rolleyes:
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What I meant was, quoting the bible as a basis for supporting or opposing laws. There was a guy on CNN who was on the school board in like Georgia or something who was debating in favor of paddling in school, and the only thing he used to back up his argument was passages from the bible. Stuff like that.
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perhaps part of the reason is OK lets say the gov't recognizes paga, wiccan, etc etc
so how about jedis? peopel that want to marry their animals? SO if we make the wiccans happy then the oompa loompas r gona get pissed. know what im sayin?? where do u draw the line?? kinda difficult...
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draw the line over where they don't recognize any religions' marriages
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There shouldn't BE a LINE...That's my point...ALL people should be permitted to form a 'pair bond' in ANY way that they choose, and it should be considered just as valid as ANY other... NO ANIMALS...Dammit Fluff, what's your thing with sex and animals? :rolleyes: Hell..The Carny way is the fastest, the easiest,and makes the most sense...lol.....Ride the merry-go-round together, you're married...Ride it backwards, you're divorced.......Fuck it...I'm just gonna be a Carny...I gotta new religion :)
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But if you have some one to perform it for you, why does the government have to acknowledge it. Or rather why would you?
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I've already made all of these points...
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Healthcare is covered if you make under 25 g's a year. Plus i pay 160 a month for death, life, perscription and optical. And that's for a family. IT would be more if i were married. Now social security i'm not sure about that one. If you mean you would gain their benefits?
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The founding fathers were deists first and Christians second. They believed in God, but they didn't strictly adhere to dogma. I think Jefferson even had a heavily edited Bible - he cut out all the stuff he didn't like. Exactly who can perform a legal marriage varies by state law.
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And the oompa loompas are probably Sun worshippers judging by their tans. ANd what is wrong with that?? The gummit says its immoral and so in turn it must be wrong and in turn illegit. I dont think the gummit should have any say in what goes on in the lives of its people concerning religion.
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