Why is the only major religion that requires its clergy to be celibate also the only one that addresses its clergy as "Father"?
Posted by dkw (Member # 3264) on :
Anglican/Episcopal priests are also addressed as "Father," and they can be married.
Posted by kaioshin00 (Member # 3740) on :
fa·ther Audio pronunciation of "father" ( P ) Pronunciation Key (fäthr)
# An elderly or venerable man. Used as a title of respect.
Posted by Dagonee (Member # 5818) on :
I'm wondering why you would find the juxtaposition surprising?
Dagonee
Posted by mr_porteiro_head (Member # 4644) on :
That's pretty obvious, Dag. The man they call "Father" shouldn't be a father. It's kinda funny.
Posted by Boris (Member # 6935) on :
pssst. Who says they aren't? AAAAAGH! GET THAT 2x4 AWAY FROM ME! *runs screaming out of the thread*
Posted by aspectre (Member # 2222) on :