Paladin D Posted January 31, 2004 Share Posted January 31, 2004 Most of us would agree, cussing is a sin. Now... let's say for those who have a problem with cussing (like me for example), used other words to let out fusteration/anger, would that be a sin? For example... - Instead of saying d-mn, say deh! - Instead of saying f-word, say freak! ...is it still a sin? I need to say *something* to reveal the steam. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted January 31, 2004 Share Posted January 31, 2004 I find it highly doubtful that substituting words like "freak" for the f-word or other words would be sinful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicole Posted January 31, 2004 Share Posted January 31, 2004 (edited) I don't think all cursing is a sin. I think it shows ignorance and a lack of vocabulary, though. I don't look at people who use the f-word every 2.6 sentences and go "My, what an intelligent person!" But every once in awhile, sometimes something is just "carp" and there's no other word to describe it. I think those that hear a rare curse word and freak out need to lighten up a bit, and those that curse up a storm because they can't think of anything better to say need to wash their mouths out with soap. (I think it's real cute, by the way, that my "carp" was changed) Edited January 31, 2004 by Nicole Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aloysius Posted January 31, 2004 Share Posted January 31, 2004 (edited) http://www.phatmass.com/phorum/index.php?showtopic=6540 Nicole, therz like 13 pages there, and i think they decided in the end it was somewhat sinful.. i donno. but the occasional cussword is not necessarily sinful unless your intent isn't sinful, i guess i agree with you there. what do you think, is this one just gonna be absorbed into the other one too? LOL oh, and saying "racca" or "fool" in anger against your neighbor is a sin condemned by Jesus, so i mean if you just let out steam against no one, just at like the situation or somethin, then nah, go for it. but if you are replacing the word sayin "you freakin idiot!" or somethin, i think that's just as bad as sayin "you f---in idiot!" Edited January 31, 2004 by Aloysius Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paladin D Posted January 31, 2004 Author Share Posted January 31, 2004 Only times I really use cuss words, is if I'm fusterated or angered or sad, or something that was suprising. I don't over use it (such as, saying a cuss word in every sentence I say), I just don't feel right about it. But at times... situations come to pass where you have to let off steam. With me, 95% of the time, I don't use a cussword at anyone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aloysius Posted January 31, 2004 Share Posted January 31, 2004 i say there's no problem with replacement words if it's replacing a word you're just usin to let off steam in general. however, if you're replacin a word you were usin to let off steam against another person in anger, then no it's not aight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paladin D Posted January 31, 2004 Author Share Posted January 31, 2004 i say there's no problem with replacement words if it's replacing a word you're just usin to let off steam in general. however, if you're replacin a word you were usin to let off steam against another person in anger, then no it's not aight. Okiedoke. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
God Conquers Posted January 31, 2004 Share Posted January 31, 2004 It's still a sin. What's the point of saying gosh darn? Everyone knows what you were going to say. The intent is still there. You still blaspheme. The same goes with substituting other words for curse words, like this fiddler does. If I say carp you know what I reallly meant. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hyperdulia again Posted January 31, 2004 Share Posted January 31, 2004 firstly i don't think cussing is ever a sin on it's own...for it to be a sin it must be coupled with malice. secondly if i say "i hope you go to heaven", but my intent is not a charitable one i have sinned. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paladin D Posted January 31, 2004 Author Share Posted January 31, 2004 firstly i don't think cussing is ever a sin on it's own...for it to be a sin it must be coupled with malice. Or if it offends others. But I try not to cuss around others, just incase if it offends them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
God Conquers Posted January 31, 2004 Share Posted January 31, 2004 IF when you are cussing, it is an instance of sin, replacing words will not help you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paladin D Posted January 31, 2004 Author Share Posted January 31, 2004 IF when you are cussing, it is an instance of sin, replacing words will not help you. Please rephrase that, didn't understand the first portion. :mellow: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
God Conquers Posted February 1, 2004 Share Posted February 1, 2004 If the instance in which you cuss is one where you deem the action to be sinful, then replacing a cuss word with another word does not change the fact that you are sinning. For instance: For God's Sake! becoming For Gosh Sake! does not change the fact that you are taking the Lord's name in vain. Because you know that it is usually God's name in there, and you just changed the word to try to slip into a "sinning loophole". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aloysius Posted February 1, 2004 Share Posted February 1, 2004 IF when you are cussing, it is an instance of sin, replacing words will not help you. that's what i said basically... if you're saying it in anger against your brother (or in order to offend your brother) then replacing it means nothing. if you're just saying it out of frustration with some situation or somethin, just to vent your frustration, and you want to not offend ppl-- replacing the words is aight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
foundsheep Posted February 1, 2004 Share Posted February 1, 2004 This thread seems familiar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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