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This long standing worshiping of human being aka the Pope, has always,and will always baffle me.
He isn't God or Jesus, folks.
This constant obsession and exaltation over a man and saints is nothing less than idolatry. Sorry for the soap box moment..
Nevertheless, I don't think anyone will receive less of a blessing if their elbows are showing, or wearing white or whatever arbitrary rules people have made before this man visits. Am I correct?
It is not worship of the Pope, it is showing respect to a foreign head of state or the head of the religion.
I grew up catholic but I never was taught to worship the Pope. I am non practicing for decades but I still show respect to nuns, priests, old ladies, veterans, teachers....etc.
I will still cry foul over the pope too, he is just a false Christ in a garish religious costume that John Boehner and Nancy Pelosi ignorantly worship.
Well they should respect the guy, but seriously? Women cover their elbows? Is there some new elbow porn I don't know about? However, one would think, that CONGRESS would act respectfully to any guest. But this is 2015...
I thought the title referred to a situation with Orthodox Jews. Orthodox women cover their elbows and knees.
No hugging, no bare shoulders, no short skirts and no SELFIES: Congress told to behave when Pope Francis arrives - and he should be the only one wearing white
Members of Congress are being told to behave themselves during Papal visit
The State Department says the only acceptable greeting is a handshake and Pope Francis must initiate
Lawmakers are told NOT to physically embrace the Catholic leader
Women's elbows, shoulders and knees should be covered
So, he's coming to our country and we're supposed to act completely different from we'd normally act because he's here?
Like he's got no idea what the average citizen of the U.S. dresses like? Seriously?
From the land of Playboy,Playgirl,Hustler,MTV Awards and the Kardashians who are ALL over the place he's got no idea and and now we're asked to act like something out of a Catholic School?
C'mon, the POPE chooses to visit the U.S., then meet with some of the most corrupt people who put the "D" in debauchery and the "R" in rogue (Anthony Weiner anyone) and we're supposed to pretend that none of that exists.
LOL, it it was Muslims demanding Americans to behave and cover your women, you'll all be crying foul.
Damn right we would. The Pope has never called for the eradication of any faith not Catholic.The Pope is truly a Holy man of God THAT PREACHES PEACE AND LOVE! The Pope should be treated with the utmost respect.
How can so much ignorance be displayed in only five pages?
Proper attire for special events has nothing to do with Muslims.
The Pope isn't the one issuing the guidelines.
People do not worship the Pope.
People do not worship Papal clothing.
Do some reading on ceremony, etiquette and protocol and learn something.
I would be embarrassed if I posted some of the things I've seen here. It's bad enough you're at an age where you can post here but are uneducated about all of the above, but then to argue as though you're right brings ignorance to a new low.
I'd tell them to shove it, there's nothing "disrespectuful" about someones' KNEES or shoulders!
I have a book published in 1909 that is very unique, it coveres just about everything, from proper penmanship to how to help a lady ascend/descend a horse carriage, entertain houseguests, write business and other letters and on and on.
Here's some examples showing just how MUCH has changed since this was published in 1909:
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Etiquette of introductions
There are various forms of introduction to be used, each depending on particular circumstances.
Thus, when introducing a gentleman to a lady, the party introducing them will say, bowing to each as the name of each Is pronounced,"Miss Williamson, allow me to introduce to you my friend, Mr. Grant; Mr. Grant, Miss Williamson."
Some prefer the word "present" instead word "Introduce." The choice of words Is not material The form is all that is essential.
Of two gentlemen being introduced, one of whom is more eminent in position, look first at the elder or superior, with a sight bow, saying, "Mr. Dunham, I make you acquainted with Mr. Stevens; Mr. Stevens, Mr. Dunham."
The last clause, repeating the names, "Mr. Stevens, Mr. Dunham," may be justly regarded as a useless formality, and is not necessary unless for the purpose of making the names more distinct by their repetition.
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ETIQUETTE ON THE STREET
RULES OF CONDUCT TO BE OBSERVED.
LADIES and gentlemen, when meeting-on the side-walk, should always pass to the right. Should the walk be narrow or dangerous, gentlemen will always see that ladies are protected from injury.
Ladies should avoid walking rapidly upon the street, as it is ungraceful and unbecoming.
Running across the street in front of carriage is dangerous, and shows a want of dignity.
The gentleman should insist upon carrying any package which the lady may have, when walking with her.
Before recognizing a lady on the street, the gentleman should be certain that his recognition will meet with favor.
No gentleman should stand on the street- corners, steps of hotels,or other public places, and make remarks about ladies passing by.
A gentleman may take two ladies upon his arms, but under no circumstances should the lady take the arms of two gentlemen.
Upon the narrow walk, for her protection, the gentleman should generally give the lady the inside of the walk(Fig.ai), passing behind her when changing at corners.
Allowing a dress to trail on the street is In exceedingly bad taste. Such a street costume simply calls forth criticism and contempt from the more sensible people.
A gentleman walking with a lady should accommodate his step and pace to hers. For the gentleman to be some distance ahead, presents a bad appearance.
Should protection on the street be necessary, it is customary for the gentleman to give his right arm to the lady; but if more convenient, he may give the left.
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If women aren't allowed to wear mini skirts, would it be ok for them to just wear panties or thongs?
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It actually shows how far proper decorum has crumbled. The bad behaviour examples start at the top and today I blame Obama on his loose leadership style. Who doesn't remember when at Nelson Mandela's funeral he joked, took selfies and flirted with the dignitary from Germany?
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Yeah, but at least he didn't get drunk and fondle Angela Merkel like Bush II did:
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Well they should respect the guy, but seriously? Women cover their elbows? Is there some new elbow porn I don't know about? However, one would think, that CONGRESS would act respectfully to any guest. But this is 2015...
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I'm confused....
