In class we talked about the use of curse words in literature, particularly the story we read, and all in all just what these words are and how we get these words. I thought about this some and for me personally, I am not bothered when I hear what some consider to be offensive language. However I stay away from using these offensive words because they are offensive to some people. I remembered this verse that I read a couple months ago and I thought that maybe it could apply here, “I know and am convinced on the authority of the Lord Jesus that no food, in and of itself, is wrong to eat. But if someone believes it is wrong, then for that person it is wrong. 15 And if another believer is distressed by what you eat, you are not acting in love if you eat it” (Romans 14:14-15). This verse strictly talks about eating meat, but maybe it wasn’t meant for such limited use. In my opinion we should take this verse and apply it to offensive language. We should be conscience of who we are around and when we are around people who are offended by foul language we should try not to use it around them.
Now how does this relate to literature? In my opinion if someone is truly offended by the language that is being used in the literature being read they obviously they should try to leave or stop reading, but if it is a situation such as a class where it would be rude to get up and leave then maybe it shouldn’t be read at all. If we are to act in love as Christ has called us we should think about what we do and how it will affect those around us even in literature.
i wasn't in class for this discussion. but based on the topic im sure it got a little heated. i loved how you used Romans to suport what you thoughts. and i agree that the verse should apply to offensive language. i even like how you didnt stop with your opion but took it to how it relates to literature.
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