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    The wreath does not symbolize the birth of Jesus of Nazareth.

    As far as people losing their minds in the example you cited... If they are so ignorant, bigoted and narrow minded, let them lose their minds. They obviously are not using them anyway.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Dr. Who View Post
    ,How many American Christians do you think would feel as you do, if they found a symbol of Islam, celebrating the birth of Muhammad on the grave of their dearly departed?

    I expect that many would be losing their minds.

    You did it. You drove me to research wreaths, and I'm glad I did. They have a surprisingly long and rich history. TIME does a nice work-up.

    I suppose if someone associates wreaths with Christmas they could possibly be offended, but that's a pretty thin-skinned reaction.


    It's the "Christian gang" wording that's odd.
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    Quote Originally Posted by RMNIXON View Post
    Some people appear to have far too much time looking for something to get offended about in public, and why we can't have nice things anymore..........
    He is just seeking attention.
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    Quote Originally Posted by FindersKeepers View Post
    You did it. You drove me to research wreaths, and I'm glad I did. They have a surprisingly long and rich history. TIME does a nice work-up.

    I suppose if someone associates wreaths with Christmas they could possibly be offended, but that's a pretty thin-skinned reaction.


    It's the "Christian gang" wording that's odd.
    I agree that "Christian gang" is rather over the top. Typically, people are thin-skinned about something if it's already a sore spot.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Dr. Who View Post
    I agree that "Christian gang" is rather over the top. Typically, people are thin-skinned about something if it's already a sore spot.
    I agree, but it almost seems as though we're encouraging people to be overly sensitive these days. I think the wreaths look pretty and add a respectful touch, but if I didn't want one on a loved one's grave, I would just set it aside. Like Cletus, I'm not religious, but if I went to our local cemetery and saw all the gravestones had a wreath/flag/flowers except my father's, I might feel left out.

    For what it's worth, I think it's best to err on the side of inclusion. But, that's just me.
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    Quote Originally Posted by FindersKeepers View Post
    I agree, but it almost seems as though we're encouraging people to be overly sensitive these days. I think the wreaths look pretty and add a respectful touch, but if I didn't want one on a loved one's grave, I would just set it aside. Like Cletus, I'm not religious, but if I went to our local cemetery and saw all the gravestones had a wreath/flag/flowers except my father's, I might feel left out.

    For what it's worth, I think it's best to err on the side of inclusion. But, that's just me.
    Religion is one of those 'delicate' areas with people. For those of non-Christian faiths, they are already inundated with Christmas traditions that are woven into the culture. Finding a Christmas wreath on the grave of a loved one might be the last straw for some.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Dr. Who View Post
    Religion is one of those 'delicate' areas with people. For those of non-Christian faiths, they are already inundated with Christmas traditions that are woven into the culture. Finding a Christmas wreath on the grave of a love one might be a 'bridge too far' for some.
    Or they crave attention.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Peter1469 View Post
    Or they crave attention.
    Perhaps, but some do truly become offended by the presumption that their faith is less important.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Dr. Who View Post
    Perhaps, but some do truly become offended by the presumption that their faith is less important.
    And society should care? Why?
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    Quote Originally Posted by Peter1469 View Post
    And society should care? Why?
    This isn't about whether society cares, but whether they have reason to take issue with unbidden Christmas wreaths being put on the graves of their family members. I believe that they do have rights in that respect.
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