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What's the point of Santa Claus?

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Syringer

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I was never raised with full Xmas traditions so the whole idea of believing in Santa Claus and all is foreign to me, but I saw this postsecret note:

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_a7jk...o/s1600-h/timecard.jpg

And it made me wonder how difficult it must be for less fortunate families, especially these days with the economy and all to deal with the whole issue of Santa Claus. Basically they have a few options:

-be honest with their kid and say there's no such thing as Santa Claus and that they simply can't afford extravagant gifts like a PS3 or shiny new bike
-get them something of much lesser value even if their kid has been super good and done everything they asked for, setting him/her up for much disappointment on Xmas morning

Even if you're a rich parent, why would you want to credit some mythical person with giving your kid something rather than take credit for it yourself?
 
PS3 or new bike? Jesus, I used to get a couple Teenage mutant ninja turtle action figures and a new soccer ball and I was ecstatic! Kids these days.

Oh, and we do it because its fun. Adds some mystery
 
Originally posted by: RichardE
Originally posted by: rudeguy
Santa is real
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This

He still brings me toys...

one day I'll get that fire truck...one day.,..I was really good this year too
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My mom has a speedpass with Exxon Mobile. She just got a flyer in one of her bills for a 4-pack of really nice fire trucks. Only 60 bucks.
 
Carrot on a stick for kids.

God and heaven are the carrot on a stick used for adults.

Sadly, the carrot on the stick is not needed for morality, as morality is the only logical answer when one actually thinks about it.
 
My theory is that he was installed by anti-Christian forces to kill children's faith in God. Think about it, there is this mythical figure your parents tell you you have to please if you want to be rewarded, and then around 4-7 you find out he isn't real and your parents are full of it and it doesn't really matter how good or bad you are, you will get toys as long as you are nice enough to your parents come Christmastime.
 
Originally posted by: Amused
Carrot on a stick for kids.

God and heaven are the carrot on a stick used for adults.

Sadly, the carrot on the stick is not needed for morality, as morality is the only logical answer when one actually thinks about it.
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This.

I don't need imaginary people to force me to be a good person. Mind you, I also have some terrible beliefs and notions about mankind in general, but when someone is around me in need of help, I lend a hand.
All the sociological experiments with people pretending to need help and having a video that just shows everyone on the street passes by with disinterest, it's sad. And most of those people passing by consider themselves religious too.
I'm the complete opposite of religious, and I HAVE stopped to help someone who could use the help. Haven't passed by anyone looking like they were dying yet, but seriously... is it that hard to stop and ask if they are in need of something?

I'm far from an angel with a moral compass always pointing to 'Saintly', but seriously.
 
It's nice for young kids to belive in a bit of magic. I'm all for teaching science from a young age, but when you're 7 life is all about superheroes and magic swords and talking animals, there's no need to ruin it.
 
Originally posted by: destrekor
Originally posted by: Amused
Carrot on a stick for kids.

God and heaven are the carrot on a stick used for adults.

Sadly, the carrot on the stick is not needed for morality, as morality is the only logical answer when one actually thinks about it.
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This.

I don't need imaginary people to force me to be a good person. Mind you, I also have some terrible beliefs and notions about mankind in general, but when someone is around me in need of help, I lend a hand.
All the sociological experiments with people pretending to need help and having a video that just shows everyone on the street passes by with disinterest, it's sad. And most of those people passing by consider themselves religious too.
I'm the complete opposite of religious, and I HAVE stopped to help someone who could use the help. Haven't passed by anyone looking like they were dying yet, but seriously... is it that hard to stop and ask if they are in need of something?

I'm far from an angel with a moral compass always pointing to 'Saintly', but seriously.
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QFT

Besides, since when has Santa actually made kids do anything out of the ordinary other than about 3 days before Christmas? I know I was pretty unphased. 😛
 
Originally posted by: GenHoth
PS3 or new bike? Jesus, I used to get a couple Teenage mutant ninja turtle action figures and a new soccer ball and I was ecstatic! Kids these days.

Oh, and we do it because its fun. Adds some mystery
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this
 
Originally posted by: Atheus
It's nice for young kids to belive in a bit of magic. I'm all for teaching science from a young age, but when you're 7 life is all about superheroes and magic swords and talking animals, there's no need to ruin it.
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Originally posted by: Syringer
I was never raised with full Xmas traditions so the whole idea of believing in Santa Claus and all is foreign to me, but I saw this postsecret note:

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_a7jk...o/s1600-h/timecard.jpg

And it made me wonder how difficult it must be for less fortunate families, especially these days with the economy and all to deal with the whole issue of Santa Claus. Basically they have a few options:

-be honest with their kid and say there's no such thing as Santa Claus and that they simply can't afford extravagant gifts like a PS3 or shiny new bike
-get them something of much lesser value even if their kid has been super good and done everything they asked for, setting him/her up for much disappointment on Xmas morning

Even if you're a rich parent, why would you want to credit some mythical person with giving your kid something rather than take credit for it yourself?
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the point of Santa is the world's way of celebrating Jesus's birthday.
this is the day they pray to god the most. (please god i want this, i want thta, etc).

Jesus complies by morphing into a fat old man, ride a reindeer sleigh, and give people stuff

/thread about purpose of Jesus
 
Originally posted by: Atheus
It's nice for young kids to belive in a bit of magic. I'm all for teaching science from a young age, but when you're 7 life is all about superheroes and magic swords and talking animals, there's no need to ruin it.
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What do you do if your kid makes a list to Santa then and you can't afford anything on it? Is it circumstantial belief?
 
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