Why are these cuss words wrong?

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Not that I would use them regardless, but I was curious why these words are generally considered wrong:
Damn
S-word
F-word
A-word

Any enlightenment would help. And please excuse my language, I don’t mean to actually use the words, just enquire about them. And also, if anyone could tell me which of those words are considered morally wrong by the Church herself, that would be helpful. 🙂
 
scameter said:
Not that I would use them regardless, but I was curious why these words are generally considered wrong:
Damn
S-word
F-word
A-word

Any enlightenment would help. And please excuse my language, I don’t mean to actually use the words, just enquire about them. And also, if anyone could tell me which of those words are considered morally wrong by the Church herself, that would be helpful. 🙂
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To be quite honest I was surprised that you would even ask this question.
Any Church and it doesn’t even have to be necessarily Catholic would find it insulting and unethically sound if this kind of (Vulgar) language was used inside a Church. The “F” word is probably the worst of the bunch. If your not sure why these words are not acceptable look it up in a dictionary. How is it you yourself don’t already know the moral implications of such vulgar language ?. If you find Catholic Christian Morality difficult to chew on may I suggest you try some pablum with the study of basis ethics. Some people call this Common Dog Sense. No disrespect but some here might find what you are inquiring about insulting in it self. There’s a Time and Place for everything. We all here this vulgar language daily in a mixed up world where morality is up in the air. Any Church is definitely not a place for these types of vulgarity.

Peace Chris
 
I don’t know…ask society. It’s the societally developed connotation of words like “a**” (silly filter) that gives the word its sour meaning.

The worst word on there is probably the “f-word.” Morally speaking, it makes light of the conjugal act and reduces sexual union to a mere insult.

As far as I’m concerned, none of the others are inherently…immoral, I suppose. Damn obviously isn’t that bad or you would have said the “d-word.” It says “a**” in the Bible. And the “s-word” isn’t bad–it’s just trashy. It’s in poor taste to use that word because of the image it conjures.
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Any Church and it doesn’t even have to be necessarily Catholic would find it insulting and unethically sound if this kind of (Vulgar) language was used inside a Church.
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centurionguard said:
Any Church is definitely not a place for these types of vulgarity.
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He didn’t say anything about using the words in a church.

EDIT: Silly filter. 😛
 
Those words are all ugly and vulgar, not suitable for polite company, but not sinful in themselves. Saying them could be sinful if it were done with the specific intention to insult or offend or disrespect someone. But if they just slip out, that’s simply a sign of a limited vocabulary and a low standard of personal manners.

What is sinful is using the name of God or Mary or the Saints in a careless, vain or insulting manner. I’m sure you don’t need anyone to elaborate on that.

I’m sorry you had to be subjected to that first rude and insulting reply.

Betsy
 
scameter said:
Not that I would use them regardless, but I was curious why these words are generally considered wrong:
Damn
S-word
F-word
A-word

Any enlightenment would help. And please excuse my language, I don’t mean to actually use the words, just enquire about them. And also, if anyone could tell me which of those words are considered morally wrong by the Church herself, that would be helpful. 🙂
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Well, you could call it a carryover effect: those words all describe actions or things that one certainly wouldn’t display in public, so referring over-bluntly to them is something that human cultures have generally frowned upon as well. I’d define these words as obscene, but not necessarily profane. Using them cavalierly is certainly poor manners, whatever its sinfulness. In fact, I’d contend that most contexts where you’d use them have a certain sinful element, whether it’s scandalizing people who might not care to hear such language, or being intentionally coarse to fit into low company. (On the other hand, there have been great men of the Church who employed such language against some extremely deserving targets, so a time to every purpose and all that!)
 
Besides the words being obnoxious and vulgar, the habitual use of the vulgarities is impolite and shows a total lack of respect for others.

The need to use such language shows a lack of character and the inability to express oneself in a manner befitting of a person who has professed a belief in Christ and is comitted to leading a holy and spiritual life.

I should know because I have been struggling with this for a long time. It is a difficult habit to brake but is possible.

Eddie Mac
 
I always consider the INTENT of using a word that makes it vulger. A word is just a word, but you can turn it into a derogatory word by your intent.

Try yelling at a dog but use nice words. The dog thinks it has done something wrong just by the tone of your voice.

Intent alone can make something insulting or offensive.
 
scameter said:
Not that I would use them regardless, but I was curious why these words are generally considered wrong:
Damn
S-word
F-word
A-word

Any enlightenment would help. And please excuse my language, I don’t mean to actually use the words, just enquire about them. And also, if anyone could tell me which of those words are considered morally wrong by the Church herself, that would be helpful. 🙂
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They’re wrong because you’ve had that concept shoved down your throat your whole life. I find it amusing when you observe the amount of brutality in the bible, as well the brutality resulting because of this infallible little book (refer to the link) but of course you are condemned if you utter a set of harmless words. There is nothing that can strip me of my right to free speech. Try thinking for yourself and it just might make you a little bit happier. You’ll gain nothing by living you’re life as if this were a theocratic society, and nobody say that i can achieve salvation for that is not yours to offer.
rotten.com/library/history/inquisition/
 
I dont see how a four letter word is intrinsicly wrong in itself. It alll depends on what the context is, who your using it with and near, and what it’s intent is. For instance, if your using f*** to speak dimeaningly of sex then its prob immoral, but if you drop a rock on your foot and say f***, not near any little kids that would pick it up I wouldnt see anything wrong with it. Just dont use it near ppl who get offended and little kids and dont use it to speak immoraly. These are vulgaritys, so they dont take the Lord’s name in vain nor are they false oaths but I wouldnt say them in every sentence lol.
 
scameter said:
Not that I would use them regardless, but I was curious why these words are generally considered wrong:
Damn
S-word
F-word
A-word

Any enlightenment would help. And please excuse my language, I don’t mean to actually use the words, just enquire about them. And also, if anyone could tell me which of those words are considered morally wrong by the Church herself, that would be helpful. 🙂
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I noticed that a Roman Catholic priest, Father Andrew Greeley, uses all these words and worse in his writings all the time. Father Greeley likes to throw in this type of foul and filthy language perhaps so that he can make more money by selling more books. I haven’t seen or read about any objection from his superiors, so can we assume that the Catholic hierarchy approves of this filthy language in his novels? And another thing I notice in Father Greeley’s novels, is when someone gets angry they will use the expletive : “Oh Jaysus”. Now, perhaps this is technically not using the Lord’s name in vain, but I don’t see much difference between using the Lord’s name in vain and this expression used in the novels of the Roman Catholic priest Father Andrew Greeley.
 
scameter said:
Not that I would use them regardless, but I was curious why these words are generally considered wrong:
Damn
S-word
F-word
A-word

Any enlightenment would help. And please excuse my language, I don’t mean to actually use the words, just enquire about them. And also, if anyone could tell me which of those words are considered morally wrong by the Church herself, that would be helpful. 🙂
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They are generally considered to be offensive and rude. That is why they are unethical to use in my opinion. That said, I don’t know if that is the real reason why they are unethical to use or what. All I know is that those words are considered to be offensive and rude and therefore, they should not be used.
 
Honestly, I pretty much knew why they were wrong when I started this topic, I just wanted the Church’s reasoning and teaching behind it, and the opinions of people here. Thanks for the replies.
 
I’ve never read any of Fr. Andrew’s novels. Being novels, I doubt that you would find the Nihil obstat or Imprimatur in any of them.
 
Sorry, I don’t know any church teachings behind this… but I do not know why they would be immoral…
 
IMHO, these words are wrong because their use usually indicates a violation of Christ’s second commandment. The use of pejoratives in most instances shows a lack of love and respect for the person on the other end of the conversation.
 
This depends on who your talking to, if its someone who is going to be offended, then yes, it’s nota good idea. But if the ppl your talking to aren’t in any way offended then your not showing disrespect; it all depends on the context of the word and how its being used.
 
Our very ability to speak of course comes from God. Language is a gift from God. We are sinful and disrespectful to Him when we use His gifts and abilities with which we have been blessed in a vulgar manner. He is goodness and beauty itself and we are all called to strive for perfection so that one day we may enjoy eternal peace in His presence. We fall woefully short in this regard when we misuse the good of language and twist it into vulgar speech. A simple example makes this quite evident. The goodness of the now so-called “A-word” of course refers to a donkey. As the Master of Lies always seeks to make the good evil, he tempts us to take that simple word as attribute intended vulgar meanings to it which mock the goodness intended by God. This Satan accomplishes his purpose of slowly but surely driving a wedge between us and God through various means.
 
It is quite apparent that mankind has designated (from those earthly things which are commonly identified as debase, vulgar, demeaning or filthy) an assortment of words to expressly use as interjections when trying to communicate disappointment, disdain, pain, or disbelief. In choosing to use these words, do we sin? Many here believe cursing is a sinful act. Many believe a certain measure of intent is required before cursing can be labeled as sin. Others believe that cursing is morally neutral. Why not examine this topic from a different angle. Why not ask yourself…is cursing beneficial?

Consider the following:

Through his cross and resurrection he freed us from sin and death and called us to the glory that has made us a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people set apart. (from the Preface Prayer) Is cursing a worldly habit or a Godly one? Does is have its origins in all that is true, good and holy - or does it spring from all that is vulgar and debase?

Indeed you love truth in the heart; then in the secret of my heart teach me wisdom. (Prov. 51:6) Is cursing something that springs unbidden from deep within you in a moment of strong emotion? Could you easily stop cursing if you wanted to? Does cursing draw you closer to God? Does its practice help you walk the narrow road?
Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your minds, so that you may discern what is the will of God – what is good and acceptable and perfect. ***(Romans 12:2) Is cursing a habit which, if nurtured and perfected, will help you grow in prudence, fortitude, temperance, faith, hope or charity…or is it, in contrast, one of those habits which can be overcome with virtue?

All things are lawful for me, but all things are not beneficial. All things are lawful for me, but I will not be brought under the power of any. (1 Cor. 6:12)
 
scameter said:
Not that I would use them regardless, but I was curious why these words are generally considered wrong:
Damn
S-word
F-word
A-word

Any enlightenment would help. And please excuse my language, I don’t mean to actually use the words, just enquire about them. And also, if anyone could tell me which of those words are considered morally wrong by the Church herself, that would be helpful. 🙂
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First, this is a topic that suggest the two subjects of morals and mores. Morals are, among other things, absolute requirements of the Good. Mores, are customes developed to imply good or bad. The word **** is not morally wrong; it is a violation of mores of our time. It says in substance I do not love my neighbor. **** is not wrong; offending our brothers is wrong. Showing one’s ankles was once in certian society’s offensive - not morally wro

To hich hike off another persons comment on the F word. I can think of nothing more insightful regarding the sex act and its icon to God than the Theology of the Body programs and literature that is available. I have morre than an intellicutal understanding of why speaking of sex in any vain way is a grevious sin (my opinion) as a result of having been introduced to this TOB concept.

Finnally, I too wish to apologize for the first comment you recieved.🤷 You questions is not only appropriate but timely. All of us have a built in desire to follow rules; consequently, we tend to look for formulas and plans.

God bless you;)
 
scameter said:
Not that I would use them regardless, but I was curious why these words are generally considered wrong:
Damn
S-word
F-word
A-word

Any enlightenment would help. And please excuse my language, I don’t mean to actually use the words, just enquire about them. And also, if anyone could tell me which of those words are considered morally wrong by the Church herself, that would be helpful. 🙂
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See James 3. Its not only about the words themselves, but how you use language.
 
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