What the H*LL?

[Chrismasfetus]

When people use that expression, “hell”, how many of you think that word belongs in the “profanity” category?

 

[Della]

It is profanity to use the name of God in vain. Use of the word hell in a curse is merely vulgarity, although not something Christians ought to be employing.

 

[mommy]

I don’t think it is proper… although it tends to slip out too easily.

 

[kmktexas]

Della:

It is profanity to use the name of God in vain. Use of the word hell in a curse is merely vulgarity, although not something Christians ought to be employing.

Agreed. I do not allow my students to use it (college and grad students) in the classroom but technically it is just a vulgarity not a profanity.

 

[Nan_S]

The word I can’t tolerate, especially from children, is “sk": "that sks” “you sk" "it’s sking (insert adjective here)”.

When I hear this, I try to catch the offender and make him/her think about what was just said: “If you know what that word you just shouted REALLY referred to, you would probably be too embarassed to show your face in public for a long time.” That generally gets a moment’s reflection, a wide-eyed look, and a quiet blush.

 

[chevalier]

For some reason, I think even the “f” word is better here than “hell”. Hell is not the place we would like to cherish in our imagination, let alone ever know first-hand.

 

[snowgarden]

Seems like a curse to me, especially if you feel prompted by the spirit to substitute “heck” when in polite company or the presence of children.

 

[wcknight]

Depends on how it’s used. IF talking about the place or consequence of mortal sin, using hell is okay. Folks need to be aware of the punishment or destination of the condemned.

If used as a curse, for example telling someone to go there, it is not.

 

[Jesus4Me]

Yes - however you want to label it it’s a word that shouldn’t be used unless you are referring to it.

Swear word in my book.

 

[space_ghost]

…over the last 20 years we have all been a little desensitized, and that is a poverty… i truly believe that is a loss of class for our society… IMHO

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[joe_cuban]

I don’t personally find the word offensive nor do I think it’s inherently bad to use as an expletive UNLESS it damages one’s testimony.

 

[FiremanFrank]

I hardly even take notice of the “H*LL” word anymore (though I’m not inclined to use it myself).

'Cause where I work, I have figured out that I must hear the Lord’s Name taken in vain almost 1,000 times a year.

And that doesn’t even take into account all the other words of profanity that there are …

 

[weddy]

it can depending on usage,-- do they mean GEHENNA “eternal damnation” or SHEOL “place of the dead”??

yes I believe phrasing can be used as a curse word(sentence)

 

[Steven_Merten]

I sure hope Jesus does not let the exclamation “go to h–l!” slip out in heaven, unless He means it.

So if Jesus should not use the term, unless He means it, in heaven, then we should be careful not to do so on earth.

 

[crusader4life]

Depends how it’s used. If one is talking about or describing the place, then it’s okay. If used in vein against God or anyone (or anything…) else then it’s getting into the red zone. It’s a sin to wish misfortune on anyone. For those times where one goes Oh HLL! as a reaction to a misfortune/frustration, it’s best to stop that habit so it doesn’t extend and spread any further towards others or God.
What helped some of my friends is transforming what they were saying into something “good”. For example, let’s say I stub my toe and blurt out, "Oh HLL!". I quickly “finish” the sentence by saying something like, “…with the devil!” It helps refocus your mind to God again. Usually a quick prayer to God is advised afterwards.

 

[sarcophagus]

I would never say “go to h*ll”, i feel bad if I do…BUT, the rest of the ways to use it I do…

 

[Evanescence]

I try to change the words, like in stead of the ‘b’ word I’d say ruddy
and in stead of h*ll id say heck or hick.
same with other words like s**t id say sugar or shite
and instead of the ‘f’ word id say football or fruit bowl!

so ruddy heck i’m football depressed again! oh gosh I feel like shite!

Lol it sounds a bit strange though!
I try to advoid swearing but sometimes I have anger bottled up and I can’t keep it in so i have to get it out somehow…

Evanescence

Sorry if what I said resembles the sware words to much

 

[Jo_s_Dad]

wcknight:

Depends on how it’s used. IF talking about the place or consequence of mortal sin, using hell is okay. Folks need to be aware of the punishment or destination of the condemned.

If used as a curse, for example telling someone to go there, it is not.

This was my first reaction too.

It’s a question of intent.

 

[AlanFromWichita]

sarcophagus:

I would never say “go to h*ll”, i feel bad if I do…BUT, the rest of the ways to use it I do…

I’ve heard you should never tell someone to go to h*ll unless you can make them do it.

Alan

 

[Black_Jaque]

I can think of one particular way where Hell is the equivalent to using the Lords name in vain. Whenever variants of the phrase “to Hell with it” or “go to Hell” are used these are in fact the same as saying “God damn it”. Which is a violation of Commandment Numero Dos.