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I attend a Christian school and it it compulsory for me to do a 'Studies of Religion' Course. I was actually looking forward to this subject, that is, until I met my teacher. Right now we're doing a unit on Christianity and he doesn't give us facts to learn or teachings of the church.. but simply his own oppinion and things that he makes up on the spot. For example he's always talking about the validity of the Gospels [that they may have been exhadurated so they would seem more interesting] and that Mary and Elizabeth were cousins...
I complained about this teacher at the beginning of the course and there was dramatic change in his attitude but now it's like nothing ever happened.
He's teaching a whole class of students who believe every word that comes out of his mouth. He's giving us wrong information, what can I do?
Should I correct him?
& Also, a lot of religious discussions come up amongst students.. should I partake??
I complained about this teacher at the beginning of the course and there was dramatic change in his attitude but now it's like nothing ever happened.
He's teaching a whole class of students who believe every word that comes out of his mouth. He's giving us wrong information, what can I do?
Should I correct him?
& Also, a lot of religious discussions come up amongst students.. should I partake??
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I attend a Christian school and it it compulsory for me to do a 'Studies of Religion' Course. I was actually looking forward to this subject, that is, until I met my teacher. Right now we're doing a unit on Christianity and he doesn't give us facts to learn or teachings of the church.. but simply his own oppinion and things that he makes up on the spot. For example he's always talking about the validity of the Gospels [that they may have been exhadurated so they would seem more interesting] and that Mary and Elizabeth were cousins...
I complained about this teacher at the beginning of the course and there was dramatic change in his attitude but now it's like nothing ever happened.
He's teaching a whole class of students who believe every word that comes out of his mouth. He's giving us wrong information, what can I do?
Should I correct him?
& Also, a lot of religious discussions come up amongst students.. should I partake??
let me guess, this is a catholic school. if yes or no, it depends on you to correct him or not. i would somtimes but am sure he'll be ready to answer back. ya3ny i would say correct him if you are ready for him correcting you with what you saying. cuz am sure he'll have somekind of believable reason for what he says to the student in the class.
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I attend a Christian school and it it compulsory for me to do a 'Studies of Religion' Course. I was actually looking forward to this subject, that is, until I met my teacher. Right now we're doing a unit on Christianity and he doesn't give us facts to learn or teachings of the church.. but simply his own oppinion and things that he makes up on the spot. For example he's always talking about the validity of the Gospels [that they may have been exhadurated so they would seem more interesting] and that Mary and Elizabeth were cousins...
Should I correct him?
This is inevitable. You will always find teachers who feel that they are the authority on matters and thus use the classroom as their soapbox to rant about whatever they can. If you want to discuss it with you teacher, make sure you have sources to back up your arguments so that way not only your teacher, but your classmates can also read up on a particular subject matter. As for Mary and Elizabeth being cousins, I had always thought that was the case.
[quote author=Hizz_chiilld link=topic=5213.msg69836#msg69836 date=1176734683]
& Also, a lot of religious discussions come up amongst students.. should I partake??
If you are comfortable enough taking part in the discussion, then by all means do so.
I think that Saint Mary and Elisabeth were cousins by the way. I mean, John the Baptist was related to our Lord.
As for the gospels being "Exagerated" - that's awful. He has no right to say that. Ask him for the proof. If its his particular opinion, then its simple: tell him that if he says anything that's part of his opinion, then any well respected examination board will require references. If he says that's exaggerated, then what references/proofs does he have?
I went to an RC school, and the teachers there were teaching us we all came from apes. i didnt disagree because they all acted like monkeys anyway.
[quote author=Hizz_chiilld link=topic=5213.msg69836#msg69836 date=1176734683]
I attend a Christian school and it it compulsory for me to do a 'Studies of Religion' Course. I was actually looking forward to this subject, that is, until I met my teacher. Right now we're doing a unit on Christianity and he doesn't give us facts to learn or teachings of the church.. but simply his own oppinion and things that he makes up on the spot. For example he's always talking about the validity of the Gospels [that they may have been exhadurated so they would seem more interesting] and that Mary and Elizabeth were cousins...
I complained about this teacher at the beginning of the course and there was dramatic change in his attitude but now it's like nothing ever happened.
He's teaching a whole class of students who believe every word that comes out of his mouth. He's giving us wrong information, what can I do?
Should I correct him?
& Also, a lot of religious discussions come up amongst students.. should I partake??
About the religious discussions, make sure that you are solid in your faith before you partake in them.
God bless n take care
[coptic]+ Pi`<rictoc aftonf>[/coptic]
[quote author=Hizz_chiilld link=topic=5213.msg69836#msg69836 date=1176734683]
I attend a Christian school and it it compulsory for me to do a 'Studies of Religion' Course. I was actually looking forward to this subject, that is, until I met my teacher. Right now we're doing a unit on Christianity and he doesn't give us facts to learn or teachings of the church.. but simply his own oppinion and things that he makes up on the spot. For example he's always talking about the validity of the Gospels [that they may have been exhadurated so they would seem more interesting] and that Mary and Elizabeth were cousins...
Should I correct him?
This is inevitable. You will always find teachers who feel that they are the authority on matters and thus use the classroom as their soapbox to rant about whatever they can. If you want to discuss it with you teacher, make sure you have sources to back up your arguments so that way not only your teacher, but your classmates can also read up on a particular subject matter. As for Mary and Elizabeth being cousins, I had always thought that was the case.
oops sorry I meant sisters.. but they weren't cousins, in the Bible only says that they were related.. they were from different tribes...
Are you sure they were from different tribes? Zachariah was a Levite, that's certain, because he was a priest. But we don't know from what tribe Elizabeth is from. Because she and Mary were relatives, it is possible they were from the same tribe and could very well be cousins. I guess it's just tradition that says they were cousins.
Well if the most obvious thing to do is to confront them, why am I always told I sould avoid such conversation ?
[coptic]+ Pi`<rictoc aftonf>[/coptic]
Are you sure they were from different tribes? Zachariah was a Levite, that's certain, because he was a priest. But we don't know from what tribe Elizabeth is from. Because she and Mary were relatives, it is possible they were from the same tribe and could very well be cousins. I guess it's just tradition that says they were cousins.
Nope St Mary was from the tribe of Judah:
You're right. I just looked it up. As you say, Mary was from the Tribe of Judah. Elizabeth was a daughter of Aaron (see Luke 1:5), making her of the Levite Tribe I guess. My bad. ;D
Perhaps it's not so bad to have him as a teacher. :P
If you can approach your teacher in this manner, I think you will resolve many problems. Always ask him to give references, or just say if it was his personal opinion when giving any piece of information. Politely, respectfully, and without any fighting demeanour. The second, equally important thing, is to pray to the Holy Spirit that He set the other children's minds right, and never sway them from the proper and straight faith that we have in the church, as these discussions may lead them away in a way or another. Also, try to get into their discussions, and try to correct the leftover mistakes made by your teacher, proving to them by strong proofs, and not only your "personal opinion" again. After all, the Holy Spirit will help you through this, however long it may take, or your teacher stays.
God bless you and mention me in your prayers
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[coptic]+ Pi`<rictoc aftonf>[/coptic]
Are you sure they were from different tribes? Zachariah was a Levite, that's certain, because he was a priest. But we don't know from what tribe Elizabeth is from. Because she and Mary were relatives, it is possible they were from the same tribe and could very well be cousins. I guess it's just tradition that says they were cousins.
Nope St Mary was from the tribe of Judah:
That genealogy is Joseph's. Joseph was of the tribe of Judah.
"And Jacob begot Joseph the husband of Mary, of whom was born Jesus who is called Christ." (Matthew 1:16)
I am confident, he has no proof for anything. One time he was saying that Adam and Eve were only a legend because Cain and Abel had no sisters.. therefore couldn't multiply. I simply said that they did have sisters.. and that shut him up. He doesn't know his stuff... he just pretends he does and because no one else knows any better he gets away with it...
Well if the most obvious thing to do is to confront them, why am I always told I sould avoid such conversation ?
We are told to avoid these conversations for two reasons: Firstly, sometimes the people who say such ignorance can be thick-headed or close-minded and not willing to learn or be corrected, so a conversation with them will only result in frustration. Secondly, at the high school age, we may not be solidly founded in our knowledge of our religion, or faith and participation in these conversations may just result in our faith being shaken, so we are told that it is better to stay away from them.
If you are confident though, I think that you should pray and go for it. ;) Don't let the other students in your class think that this wrong information is right. Don't let it spread.