amazingkevin Posted August 16, 2015 Report Share Posted August 16, 2015 I've had a few people tell me that im making grave idol images in wood.Before i ever took this good paying scroll saw job i asked the lady if these are on the dark side so to speak.I don't remember the exact words but It was more explicit.Me being a christian one of the 10 commandments was not to worship or make idols.I can't believe anybody would believe in these small wood items to have any value ,BUT maybe.It' my bread and butter every month and will hurt to stop making them.What is you humble opinions please.Here's the lastest she just had me make .Her store has prescious stones,beads ,necklasses,rings,stone eggs,egyptian items, etc.I don't see any goolish, devilish type things in there? lawson56 and oneleggimp 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordster Posted August 16, 2015 Report Share Posted August 16, 2015 Well Kevin,I can't seeanything out of the way to me.Kind of resembles some zodiac symbols. You aren't honouring some other God by making these. Sounds likeshe runs a craft store and these are crafts Only devilish thing I see there is you lol joking of course amazingkevin 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
New Guy Posted August 16, 2015 Report Share Posted August 16, 2015 Your fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrappile Posted August 16, 2015 Report Share Posted August 16, 2015 (edited) They could only be idols if you worship them.. I agree with Gordie. Especially his last sentence......... Edited August 16, 2015 by Scrappile amazingkevin 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dgman Posted August 17, 2015 Report Share Posted August 17, 2015 Well Kevin, I do not belong to any faith. All those symbols represent light, peace and love in different faiths. I agree with all the above. amazingkevin 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wedo scroll Posted August 17, 2015 Report Share Posted August 17, 2015 Kevin, also being a Christian I would ask the same question. In my opinion what you are making are symbols representing other faiths. There is not a single symbol that represents Christianity. Its true you don't worship these items, however others do. As a Christian we understand that these can be idols to others, so you will have to decide what you should do. Doing a quick search there are 8 references in the Old Testament and 5 in the New testament about idols and making them. May God give you wisdom. Bill amazingkevin 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DWSUDEKUM Posted August 17, 2015 Report Share Posted August 17, 2015 Kevin, The accepted religious beliefs of most modern religions is tolerance and acceptance of another's beliefs. Who is qualified to say that what they believe is not just another aspect of the Lord that you believe in. Just because someone says that it is a graven image does not meant that it is. For instance the Ankh symbol is an Ancient Egyptian hieroglyph which represents the hieroglyph ´nh (ankh) meaning "life" or "breath of life". The glyph appears in an incredible number of inscriptions and was often used as a decorative device. So how is that a graven image? Attacking something that is not understood is common in religion(s) around the world. Not doing anything wrong as far as I know and understand. DW ChelCass, amazingkevin and Scrolling Steve 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kywoodmaster Posted August 17, 2015 Report Share Posted August 17, 2015 Kevin: I think you are asking the wrong people. I will tell you that I see nothing wrong with anything that you are making but if you are really in doubt ask God. It has been my experience that he will let you know in no uncertain terms if you are doing wrong. amazingkevin 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucky2 Posted August 17, 2015 Report Share Posted August 17, 2015 Kevin, I don't see anything sacrilegious, or wrong with any of these cuttings. And, if they are symbols of worship for other people, what's wrong with making them? Especially, if it brings people closer to the one they worship. Len Scrolling Steve 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amazingkevin Posted August 17, 2015 Author Report Share Posted August 17, 2015 I value DW's and larry comments greatly thanks! Kevin, The accepted religious beliefs of most modern religions is tolerance and acceptance of another's beliefs. Who is qualified to say that what they believe is not just another aspect of the Lord that you believe in. Just because someone says that it is a graven image does not meant that it is. For instance the Ankh symbol is an Ancient Egyptian hieroglyph which represents the hieroglyph ´nh (ankh) meaning "life" or "breath of life". The glyph appears in an incredible number of inscriptions and was often used as a decorative device. So how is that a graven image? Attacking something that is not understood is common in religion(s) around the world. Not doing anything wrong as far as I know and understand. DW Kevin: I think you are asking the wrong people. I will tell you that I see nothing wrong with anything that you are making but if you are really in doubt ask God. It has been my experience that he will let you know in no uncertain terms if you are doing wrong. Kevin: I think you are asking the wrong people. I will tell you that I see nothing wrong with anything that you are making but if you are really in doubt ask God. It has been my experience that he will let you know in no uncertain terms if you are doing wrong. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lawson56 Posted August 17, 2015 Report Share Posted August 17, 2015 I agree with whats been said above.Your Fine.You have your Faith your strong in it,they have thiers.Your doing nothing wrong. Scrolling Steve 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobscroll Posted August 17, 2015 Report Share Posted August 17, 2015 Everything looks fine to me Kevin, Some people can have a different outlook on life and believe in different things, So I say Kevin carry on, That's my thought on the subject, Bob Scrolling Steve 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
koehler788 Posted August 17, 2015 Report Share Posted August 17, 2015 Kevin, I see nothing wrong with you helping out with other religious icons. Aren't we all supposed to love one another? No matter who we are or aren't! amazingkevin and Scrolling Steve 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frankorona Posted August 17, 2015 Report Share Posted August 17, 2015 Hi Kevin, in my opinion, businesses have nothing to do with religion. While you respect your beliefs, you are doing a wonderful job. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doug Posted August 17, 2015 Report Share Posted August 17, 2015 (edited) Kevin There are way too many people who do not and have the attitude they all are in the group Einstein referred to in his second line and your response should be because Edited August 17, 2015 by Doug LarB, amazingkevin, dgman and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LarryEA Posted August 17, 2015 Report Share Posted August 17, 2015 Ask the LOrd and listen to what he says. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smudger Posted August 17, 2015 Report Share Posted August 17, 2015 I don't see any harm in what your making, I am not religious in any way and wouldn't have a problem in making anything for someone's religion, only you can decide if your work clashes with your beliefs or religion dgman 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LarryEA Posted August 17, 2015 Report Share Posted August 17, 2015 Kevin, Those 'broken crosses' are not of a Christian origin and yes they are more of a satanic nature. Notice, there is no top to make it a cross. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amazingkevin Posted August 20, 2015 Author Report Share Posted August 20, 2015 Kevin, I don't see anything sacrilegious, or wrong with any of these cuttings. And, if they are symbols of worship for other people, what's wrong with making them? Especially, if it brings people closer to the one they worship. Len They seem to be safe i googled them ,Thanks! ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amazingkevin Posted August 20, 2015 Author Report Share Posted August 20, 2015 I agree with whats been said above.Your Fine.You have your Faith your strong in it,they have thiers.Your doing nothing wrong. Thanks Bobby ,i was getting scared but they are safe to do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amazingkevin Posted August 20, 2015 Author Report Share Posted August 20, 2015 Ask the LOrd and listen to what he says. I'm not getting instant answers from him . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amazingkevin Posted August 20, 2015 Author Report Share Posted August 20, 2015 Everything looks fine to me Kevin, Some people can have a different outlook on life and believe in different things, So I say Kevin carry on, That's my thought on the subject, Bob Google says its ok so im going with that,thanks BOB! bobscroll 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amazingkevin Posted August 20, 2015 Author Report Share Posted August 20, 2015 Kevin, I see nothing wrong with you helping out with other religious icons. Aren't we all supposed to love one another? No matter who we are or aren't! That's one way of looking at it ,i love SSV! Thanks! ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amazingkevin Posted August 20, 2015 Author Report Share Posted August 20, 2015 Hi Kevin, in my opinion, businesses have nothing to do with religion. While you respect your beliefs, you are doing a wonderful job. Thanks Fransisco, i'm relieved! ;) frankorona 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amazingkevin Posted August 20, 2015 Author Report Share Posted August 20, 2015 Kevin There are way too many people who do not Engage Brain Before Mouth.jpeg and have the attitude Agree With Me Or Be Wrong.jpeg they all are in the group Einstein referred to in his second line Genuis Has Its Limits.jpeg and your response should be Get Over IT.jpeg because My Give A Damn Broke.jpeg Looks like we have ignition !Thanks! ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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