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catsrus
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Imagine how they’re going to look when you are 70 or so. Blleecccchhh!!
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vera_dicere
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One of my cousins is like the most Catholic person you could meet, he’s been a missionary to other countries and goes into school to teach chasidty to youngsters and teens, and he has several tatts. They’re all quite religious tattoos too, with crosses and bands around the arm with christain meaning.
I don’t see getting a tattoo as a sin, unless it was having something like “666” branded on your forehead.
But I think if we’re going to start condemning people who have tats because its’ against one verse in the OT then anyone who goes to sub-way and orders the pork-riblet is going to burn. Not to mention us women who wear pants!
I don’t see getting a tattoo as a sin, unless it was having something like “666” branded on your forehead.
But I think if we’re going to start condemning people who have tats because its’ against one verse in the OT then anyone who goes to sub-way and orders the pork-riblet is going to burn. Not to mention us women who wear pants!
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catsrus
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Whether tatoos are a sin or not, they run with age.
I have seen several tatoos on seamen from WWII and the Korean War that have run and now on the wrinkled skin are indeciperable.
In a word, they look awful. But on men , it’s not so bad.
On a woman though?
Think about it.
I have seen several tatoos on seamen from WWII and the Korean War that have run and now on the wrinkled skin are indeciperable.
In a word, they look awful. But on men , it’s not so bad.
On a woman though?
Think about it.
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Valke2
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But all that ignores the simple fact that the prohibition against tattoos is set forth in the bible. It is a commandment that Jews still follow. If the Church doesn’t, I’d be interested to know why.
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Feanaro_s_Wife
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Imagine how you’re going to look when you are 70 or so. Blleecccchhh!!
We all age. We all sag. We all wrinkle. We all have things happen to our hair and skin that are not attractive.
If someone happens to see my tattoos when I’m 70ish and thinks it’s icky…SO WHAT? Honestly…I doubt the appearance of my tattoos will be high on my priority list at that age, lol.
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Alda
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Oh, I have imagined that. It would be a foolish person who didn’t, don’t you think? My conclusion was that I wouldn’t be worried about that at such an age, I will just be thankful to God to have reached that great age I should think. Thank you for your concern though.
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Alda
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I just saw this and wanted to comment. Your point is very true, I too have seen this. What you have to remember is the state of tattooing and the quality of the ink, to name but two factors, has improved beyond recognition since that time. Plus alot of those tattoos were applied by non-professionals without the aid of professional equipment.
Tattooing is now an internationally recognised art form with much better results long term. The tendency for the tattoo to ‘run’ is well, nonexistent actually. Fading is natural but not to any great extent especially if the tattoo is cared for and protected from the sun. I expect my tattoo to look just as great when I am older!
And to have one standard for men and one for women is a touch sexist and outmoded, don’t you think? Just a thought.
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Alda
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There are alot of rules Jews follow that Christians do not. We have a New Covenant. Isn’t that the case?
P.s I have just located the multi-quote button. I apologise for the triple post.
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Valke2
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yep. I’ve never understood the decision process as to which remain relevant for Christians, other than those expressly endorsed or condemed by Jesus.
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Alda
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Oh I see, well me neither tbh. levi86 mentioned the Council of Jerusalem on the first page of this thread. Could that be the ‘decision process’?
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Eireann
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I personally don’t have tattoos, never cared much for them, I know a lot of people that regret getting them.
It would take a lot of money to get rid of them, although some are pretty, I prefer to look at them on someone else, definately not me.
Some people in their youth get them to go with the trend, but when the trend changes, they’re stuck with them.
A lot of women seem to tattoo their backs, mainly just above the waist line, obviously to be seen, I think a lot are influenced by celebrities, like I said I personally wouldn’t get one.
I’m not sure if they conflict with spirituality, cannabis leave tattoos sure do send out the wrong message, so probably they do, but satanic symbols definately do.
It would take a lot of money to get rid of them, although some are pretty, I prefer to look at them on someone else, definately not me.
Some people in their youth get them to go with the trend, but when the trend changes, they’re stuck with them.
A lot of women seem to tattoo their backs, mainly just above the waist line, obviously to be seen, I think a lot are influenced by celebrities, like I said I personally wouldn’t get one.
I’m not sure if they conflict with spirituality, cannabis leave tattoos sure do send out the wrong message, so probably they do, but satanic symbols definately do.
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Alda
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Yes, I’ve seen alot of ‘demonic’ tattoos. I’ve never understood why people get those.
I’ve heard various explanations including the belief that having a tattoo of a demon somehow deflects the evil energy away from that person. Not sure I’m convinced…
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leonie
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I know a priest who has the Latin abbreviation for Property of Rome on his shoulder. He said he saw it on the manhole covers when he was on pilgrimage.
The ironic thing is that he is considering leaving the priesthood.
The ironic thing is that he is considering leaving the priesthood.
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joshua_b
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A valid question. I’ll do my best to explain. In the book Acts of the Apostles is recorded the first council of the Christian Church…the Council of Jerusalem. This council came about as a result of dispute among the Apostles about the requirements for Gentiles wishing to become Christian. Mostly questions about whether or not Gentiles were required to adhere to the Law (which coincidentally, most of the Apostles and disciples were doing, being that they themselves were Jews). It was decided at that council that Jesus fulfilled the Law, and being the fulfillment, they were to live in the spirit of the Laws rather than the “letter”. Resultingly, alot of the perceived legalisms were done away with, and the Law was not regarded as the standard for living as it is defined in the Hebrew Scripture.
For example, it was no longer required to keep the Sabbath, but it was required that we attend church on Sunday and designate Sunday as a day of rest and reflection and devotion to God. Another example would be the Catholic Church’s view on divorce. The Law still applies to Christians, but since Christians believe the Law has been fulfilled through Christ, we live according to the spirit of the Law as we believe we were shown through Jesus.
Ultimately, as Catholics, we believe that the Church, guided by the Holy Spirit, has the authority to declare what is required of us, as Jesus handed the keys of the Kingdom to the Apostle Peter, giving Peter the power to “bind and loose” over the Church that Jesus established.
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Valke2
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Thanks. That was informative. I now understand, (but don’t agree with) the reasoning.
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Aramis
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In short, ARE YOU A LEVITE? If not, well, then Leviticus isn’t directly applicable.
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The_Chicken
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i didn’t read the whole thread but i have a thought that may be interesting…
if shaving, having a haircut and whatever else is ok, why would a tattoo be wrong? isn’t it the same basic concept?
if shaving, having a haircut and whatever else is ok, why would a tattoo be wrong? isn’t it the same basic concept?
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Valke2
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The book of Leviticus is not applicable only to LEvites. The quote you yourself provided confirms that.
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Dirk_Skene
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Using the scriptures that were quoted, yes. You are correct. There would be no difference. If it is ok for a Christian to wear cotton trousers & a silk shirt at the same time then it’s ok to shave, get a hair cut & even a tattoo if they want to.
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