Thomas Posted February 27, 2004 Share Posted February 27, 2004 (edited) Hey everyone, If you're like me: you're 5 foot 6 inches tall and excited to see 'The Passion of the Christ.' I think the movie is an excellent thing for Christianity and Catholicism but recently my attention has been drawn to a line of 'The Passion of the Christ' [TPOTC] merchandise. The most popular TPOTC article is the nail/spike necklace, and it's getting more popular. While I admire the idea and I think it's kind of cool I am weary of supporting it because it almost seems like selling out, or building a franchise out of Christs sacrifice. What are your thoughts? -Thomas Edited February 27, 2004 by Thomas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mary's Knight, La Posted February 27, 2004 Share Posted February 27, 2004 they will never display only a nail as opposed to a crucifix in a catholic church plus a nail was only one part of the crucifix so a nail will only replace a crucifix for those who want a "fad" display but i'll bet you $0.02 that hardcore catholics will keep their crucifixes (and maybe get a nail so that people can ask "why do you wear a nail") sorry can't bet more i'm more broke than windows... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FX2 Posted February 27, 2004 Share Posted February 27, 2004 the crucifix has been the symbol of our church ever since the beginning. I dont believe that one movie will change that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iacobus Posted February 27, 2004 Share Posted February 27, 2004 I agree. I don't like the idea of people making money off TPOTC. It is wrong. I don't mind people wearing the nail, I just don't want it to turn into some commerical Jesus profitiering. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiddkapps Posted February 27, 2004 Share Posted February 27, 2004 I have a friend who as a cross made out of nails and they click together to form a cross. The end Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the_rev Posted February 27, 2004 Share Posted February 27, 2004 I love the San Damineo (spelling) crucifix!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jasJis Posted February 27, 2004 Share Posted February 27, 2004 For years, my parish has given nails out during Lent. They're in bowls on the window sills. My wife has one that is 3 years old. Most people still have crucifixes. We put rocks in the holy water fonts at the doors too. Fr. Jude suggested we take rocks after the Ash Wednesday mass. Thankfully it was the last Mass of the day (7:30 PM). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rebirth flame Posted February 27, 2004 Share Posted February 27, 2004 I don't believe that nails will ever be more powerful a symbol of Christ's love to us than a Crucifix. The Crucifix is much more symbolic than three nails. I have a Benedictine Crucifix, and a cross made of nails, and i personally prefer the Crucifix over just the nails. While both are powerful symbols, the Crucifix has been around for so much longer that i fell it has become a somewhat "everlasting" way for Christians to express their faith. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IXpenguin21 Posted February 27, 2004 Share Posted February 27, 2004 my savior is not an iron spike it's that simple. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
foundsheep Posted February 27, 2004 Share Posted February 27, 2004 my savior is not an iron spike it's that simple. Amen penguin! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazycatholicgirl Posted February 27, 2004 Share Posted February 27, 2004 (edited) I think its cool that people are realizing that there is symbolism behing the nail, but it will never replace the crucifix :topsy: Edited February 27, 2004 by crazycatholicgirl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cathgirl Posted February 27, 2004 Share Posted February 27, 2004 I think its cool that people are realizing that there is symbolism behing the nail, but it will never replace the crucifix I agree with you!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iacobus Posted February 27, 2004 Share Posted February 27, 2004 I don't think I would fell right saying a prayer before a nail. Etc, the Cruafix is here to stay. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M.SIGGA Posted February 27, 2004 Share Posted February 27, 2004 what does the nail-chain thing look like? is this something protestants are doing? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ash Wednesday Posted February 27, 2004 Share Posted February 27, 2004 I think nails and crowns of thorns might be more popular among non-Catholic Christians that are generally not comfortable with the crucifix, and weren't in the first place. Believe it or not, some Christians are even uncomfortable with the cross -- one Christian friend of mine told me some Christians likened it to someone wearing an electric chair around their neck. Of course I don't agree with that nor do many Christians. The crucifix itself will never go out of style. Especially in places where the crucifix is an intregal part of the culture. I could never see it disappear in Italy or Mexico! When I was in Brazil, I was in the congressional building when they were in session. They had a crucifix at the front of the room! Can you imagine if they did that, for example, at the Senate or House here? People would mushy mud pie twinkies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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