shinyhappypeople Posted November 10, 2012 Share Posted November 10, 2012 I want to make snow globes for friends and family this Christmas. One family member is Jewish (not orthodox). So, no nativity, Santa, Christmas tree or anything else that feels "Christmas" can be in the globe. Now, to my question: would a snow globe featuring an angel be okay? I don't feel comfortable asking this person directly, because religion is a super touchy issue in our family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spryte Posted November 10, 2012 Share Posted November 10, 2012 What about a snowman? Or a winter scene? Penguins? My (orthodox) family would not go for this, but again, they are orthodox. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparrow Posted November 10, 2012 Share Posted November 10, 2012 I would probably make a nature snow globe, with a little deer figurine and a pine tree, instead of an angel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Mungo Posted November 10, 2012 Share Posted November 10, 2012 I would probably make a nature snow globe, with a little deer figurine and a pine tree, instead of an angel. :iagree: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dangermom Posted November 10, 2012 Share Posted November 10, 2012 I'd say not an angel. Christian ideas of angels are very different. I love the penguin idea though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justLisa Posted November 10, 2012 Share Posted November 10, 2012 I'd say not an angel. Christian ideas of angels are very different. I love the penguin idea though. And penguins are so adorable! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EKS Posted November 10, 2012 Share Posted November 10, 2012 I agree with the others. You want to go religion neutral, so an angel is out. A nature scene or snowman would be great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murphy101 Posted November 10, 2012 Share Posted November 10, 2012 I would use a symbol of hanaukah instead. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Khselee Posted November 10, 2012 Share Posted November 10, 2012 I wouldn't do an angel, but I would think a nature scene would be fine. We are Jewish, and I collect snow globes - I would love a gift like that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thescrappyhomeschooler Posted November 10, 2012 Share Posted November 10, 2012 What about a snowman? Or a winter scene? Penguins? My (orthodox) family would not go for this, but again, they are orthodox. I would probably make a nature snow globe, with a little deer figurine and a pine tree, instead of an angel. :iagree: I asked DH (Jewish, non orthodox). He said an angel would feel Christmas-y to him. He said to do a nature scene, maybe snowflakes. He said a lot of Jews are uncomfortable with the commercialization of Chanukah. (As many Christians are with Christmas) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shinyhappypeople Posted November 10, 2012 Author Share Posted November 10, 2012 Thanks everyone! A generic (non-Frosty) Snowman wins. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mommymilkies Posted November 11, 2012 Share Posted November 11, 2012 I was raised Jewish and an angel would not necessarily be offensive, but not really appropriate. I would say snowman or penguin. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mom-ninja. Posted November 11, 2012 Share Posted November 11, 2012 I just wanted to say that I think snow globes are such a neat self made gift idea. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kubiac Posted November 11, 2012 Share Posted November 11, 2012 (edited) I don't think angels are actively offensive to Jews, although obviously the imagery has become very associated with Christianity. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jewish_angelic_hierarchy Anyway, nature and/or snow seems like a nice choice! Edited November 11, 2012 by kubiac Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jpoy85 Posted November 11, 2012 Share Posted November 11, 2012 I was raised Jewish and an angel would not necessarily be offensive, but not really appropriate. I would say snowman or penguin. :iagree: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elizabeth Posted November 11, 2012 Share Posted November 11, 2012 The whole idols thing would be a problem. Ask me how I know....I have a huge statue of Moses in my livingroom and Archangels all around. It makes my husband uncomfortable. Use snowmen or a lovely ice skater, a nature scene these would be good . you are so clever to have thought of doing this for the holidays. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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