Palmer

Hi Bento28, I am glad that in fact a lot of people out there feel likewise, which is why people in the modern era can live with one another peacefully... it's all about understanding each other in our own communities. You have a great weekend! Cheers

Nowhere in my posts did I insisted on others to take sides on things that got everything to do with one's beliefs. And I personally do not practice that too... at least people don't go on the streets convincing others on which is really the right religion. I believe we should have our freedom to choose our faith. Back to the topic... Actually I don't see why "rolling that pineapple and throwing some rice" contradicts with biblical principles. It might not support or confirm those principles but it doesn't really contradict them, no? Did the bible really say one can't do that harmless simple thingy because the intent is wrong? I don't think so... but I might the wrong. Can't one just see it as a simple chinese tradition? What one don't practice or believe in does not mean others cannot and certainly not telling everyone it is wrong as I am sure everyone out there have their own values and beliefs.

Does the act of giving and receiving red packets also "deviates from your very belief that God is above all these"? If your elders are non-believer, do you reject red packets that they give you during CNY for this very reason? I believe that religions are about teachings that better oneself but not making their followers bigots. I have very close friends that are strong believer of your religion, but they do not harbour such thinking. It's all about respecting oneself and others' values.

This is more of a chinese tradition than anything. I don't think any religion would state that their worshipers need to 'throw ong lai' and stuff like that. And I suppose your 'God' is not as selfish as you make out him to be...