08-04-2009, 06:50 AM
Peace be with you, Wael!
Quote:The individuals get corrupted by influence, not because they were created corrupt. I don't read to my daughter the story of Amnon then tell her: <i>'you see, Amnon was a bad man to rape his sister etc’' </i>believe me all what will she remember is the story and not the lesson taught, because I have engraved a real picture in her mind, <b>and one picture is worth ten thousand words</b>. And that’s why I said earlier, I don’t let my kids watch porn and explain to them that this act is prohibited by God. And in the same fashion, I don’t read porn to my kids and tell them that this is God’s words to show us the ugly side of human nature, they will not care much about the wisdom behind the story more than the story itself.
I take it your daughter has the same mind as you.
The Hole Bible doesn't revolve around one story. If you were to read the account of Amnon & Tamar in context - drawing on Sacred Scripture as a whole, I guarantee you that it'll bring with it a whole new meaning! The Holy Bible isn't optional in a devout Catholic family. We have nothing to be ashamed of because we approach God's word with the eyes of faith, hope & charity, & in return we receive more than we could've ever dreamed of!
If I'm ever blessed with children & they approach me asking questions about life, love, family, marriage, etc., for example, "Where do babies come from?" the first resource I'll reach for is the Holy Bible.
I won't tell you how to raise your children or attack Islam's sexual ethics (or lack there of), & I'd appreciate it if you refrained from interferring in my home or spiritual life.
Thanks & God bless.