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I heard about this on NPR, on my way into work this morning. My first thought was, as many of you have already pointed out, that the "Christmas Tree" is a secular image of the holiday season. Much as Santa Claus is. Why is this guy up in arms over it? I mean, if anything, a Christmas tree is "borrowed" pagan symbology...not?
Most of you know by now that I am an atheist, and a rabid supporter in the seperation of Church and State. But you know what? I've got a Christmas tree. I went to my company's Christmas party. We exchange gifts...while wearing fun little Santa hats. And...I will be taking the day off from work, just like most everyone else. In other words...we "celebrate" Christmas. Of course, it means a little more to my wife than it does to me, but that's a whole 'nother issue.
I also agree that if it were a manger scene, then the Rabbi might have had a leg to stand on. If he wanted to make a statement, then he chose the wrong platform.
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"I distrust those people who know so well what God wants them to do because I notice it always coincides with their own desires." - Susan B. Anthony
"Hedonism with rules isn't hedonism at all, it's the Republican party." - JumpinJesus
It is indisputable that true beauty lies within...but a nice rack sure doesn't hurt.
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