What do you as a religious person think. (Everyone are welcome to answer)

[We Never Know]

Today I met some religious people who kind of reacted to me being a man with black fingernails (yes i painted them again ) and their reaction was very clear by their words "ARE YOU GAY?????"

What the heck can't a man have a bit of fun in religious circles without being called gay? By the way to be honest i took it as a compliment to be called gay by them....

It would also be interesting to hear from my fellow Baha'is about this topic, am i stretching any Baha'i rules by being the way i am?

Just courious... Where did you meet those religious people at?

 

[Spirit of Light]

Just courious... Where did you meet those religious people at?

In a religious gathering with different religious people from different religions. I was the only Baha'i

 

[We Never Know]

In a religious gathering with different religious people from different religions. I was the only Baha'i

I've been to a few religious gatherings and don't recall anyone giving their spouse or mate a big long kiss in front of the others let alone offer them up for borrowing out lol.

My girlfriend who was with me at that moment kissed me (a bit longer than nessesary) and said, nope this dude isn't gay....but you can borrow him if you are gay yourself

 

[Trailblazer]

In a religious gathering with different religious people from different religions. I was the only Baha'i

I am not surprised at that.

 

[Spirit of Light]

I've been to a few religious gatherings and don't recall anyone giving their spouse or mate a big long kiss in front of the others let alone offer them up for borrowing out lol.

She did it to prove i am not gay, just because I wear nail polish. Those guys who asked me that question was asking in a negative tone.

My girlfriend being Bi-sexual so I think she get frustrated by their question.
She is an atheist by the way.

 

[We Never Know]

She did it to prove i am not gay, just because I wear nail polish. Those guys who asked me that question was asking in a negative tone.

My girlfriend being Bi-sexual so I think she get frustrated by their question.
She is an atheist by the way.

I don't know whether it proves you are gay or not.
I find it odd at a religious event, with people you just met, that youns would share a big long kiss right there at that point.
I find it equally rude at a religious event, with people that just met you, to just come out and ask if you're gay.

 

[Spirit of Light]

I don't know whether it proves you are gay or not.
I find it odd at a religious event, with people you just met, that youns would share a big long kiss right there at that point.
I find it equally rude at a religious event, with people that just met you, to just come out and ask if you're gay.

I did not intend to kiss my girlfriend at all at the gathering. But she tried to make a point.
I did not get offended by their question. But I did find it to be a bit judgmental from their side.

Call it a reversed experience because now I know how people of different sexual orientations must feel by religious people who jude them.

 

[InvestigateTruth]

Today I met some religious people who kind of reacted to me being a man with black fingernails (yes i painted them again ) and their reaction was very clear by their words "ARE YOU GAY?????"

What the heck can't a man have a bit of fun in religious circles without being called gay? By the way to be honest i took it as a compliment to be called gay by them....

It would also be interesting to hear from my fellow Baha'is about this topic, am i stretching any Baha'i rules by being the way i am?

I'm not aware of any Bahai rule regarding men's painting nails. So, no problem, do as you like.

 

[Vinayaka]

Years ago when I had both ears pierced as part of my midlife crisis, I was asked if I were bisexual. I said no - I just saw some rockers on MTV who wore two earrings and decided to go for it (true story).

As far as black fingernails go, many years ago I went to a concert as a wizard this & this is a real picture of me almost ready. The band leader asked to use my black lipstick in the men's room because his was wearing off.

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I wear earrings as my personal little protest to the earlier intrusion and invasions of India, the home of the Hindu. In the olden days, almost all men wore earrings, and dressed in dhoti or pajama. But then something strange happened ... first the islamic invasions, and then the British. They beat the idea of earrings out of us, and changed the dress to those ridiculously hot and uncomfortable business suits and ties. So it's my little bit of demonstration, and an example of returning to a once proud tradition.

 

[We Never Know]

Today I met some religious people who kind of reacted to me being a man with black fingernails (yes i painted them again ) and their reaction was very clear by their words "ARE YOU GAY?????"

What the heck can't a man have a bit of fun in religious circles without being called gay? By the way to be honest i took it as a compliment to be called gay by them....

It would also be interesting to hear from my fellow Baha'is about this topic, am i stretching any Baha'i rules by being the way i am?

Found this. ...

"What Does Black Nail Polish On A Man Symbolize?
Firstly, what does black nail polish symbolize? It can mean different things to different people, but generally, this color is said to symbolize strength, confidence, power. These are traditionally seen as “masculine'' traits, so it is not surprising that men choose to wear this color."

Why Do Guys Wear Black Nail Polish?

 

[Aštra’el]

It is obvious. Some behaviors are emasculating.

 

[Kenny]

Today I met some religious people who kind of reacted to me being a man with black fingernails (yes i painted them again ) and their reaction was very clear by their words "ARE YOU GAY?????"

What the heck can't a man have a bit of fun in religious circles without being called gay? By the way to be honest i took it as a compliment to be called gay by them....

It would also be interesting to hear from my fellow Baha'is about this topic, am i stretching any Baha'i rules by being the way i am?

Black nails, tattooed, living together and everything in between (even black nail) - "come, I have a message that will transform your life - you will be loved, accepted and then connected to God for a future in Him".

 

[Twilight Hue]

Years ago when I had both ears pierced as part of my midlife crisis, I was asked if I were bisexual. I said no - I just saw some rockers on MTV who wore two earrings and decided to go for it (true story).

As far as black fingernails go, many years ago I went to a concert as a wizard this & this is a real picture of me almost ready. The band leader asked to use my black lipstick in the men's room because his was wearing off.

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Your a pretty cool looking wizard dude!

 

[robocop (actually)]

Today I met some religious people who kind of reacted to me being a man with black fingernails (yes i painted them again ) and their reaction was very clear by their words "ARE YOU GAY?????"

What the heck can't a man have a bit of fun in religious circles without being called gay? By the way to be honest i took it as a compliment to be called gay by them....

It would also be interesting to hear from my fellow Baha'is about this topic, am i stretching any Baha'i rules by being the way i am?

The same thing everyone else thinks, with emphasis and hobbies related to my religion.

 

[Sand Dancer]

I used to paint my fingernails black. I also wore fishnet gloves, riot boots and a trenchcoat. Can't really pull off that look anymore but I always get a hint of nostalgia when I see somebody dressed in a goth/punk/rivethead style.

It's also weird to me that people associate things like painted nails with homosexuality. I suppose it comes down to some people's perception of gay men as not being "real" men. Real men don't do anything remotely feminine so anybody who does must be gay. It's like they never stopped to think that maybe some gay men might actually like more stereotypically masculine aesthetics.

At any rate, I seriously doubt any omnipotent God would be fazed by whether or not somebody paints their nails. Dress the way you like.

Back in history, depending on the country, men looked way different. Just imagine any men today wearing a powdered wig, flats, and knee pants. That wasn't that long ago.

 

[Sand Dancer]

Years ago when I had both ears pierced as part of my midlife crisis, I was asked if I were bisexual. I said no - I just saw some rockers on MTV who wore two earrings and decided to go for it (true story).

As far as black fingernails go, many years ago I went to a concert as a wizard this & this is a real picture of me almost ready. The band leader asked to use my black lipstick in the men's room because his was wearing off.

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Awesome picture!!!

 

[Sand Dancer]

I think I might start wearing eyeliner. I've always like this look:

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Make sure to perfect "the sulk."

 

[Shaul]

I think the religiosity of the people that asked is probably a red herring. A man wearing nail polish is out of societal norms. Asking why you did so, even in the form of a presumptive reason, doesn't require malice and could be just as possible from an irreligious person. It suggests they are being curious and wanting to engage with you. Of course there are a minority of people who are jerks. But most people aren't.

Was it a flat or glossy black polish? I would think polishing your nails in a rainbow of colors would be more indicative of being gay.

 

[sun rise]

out of societal norms

Which of course change. It was not so long ago that all women always wore ankle length dresses or skirts. But of course being either behind or ahead of such norms gets attention (typically).

I once wore a kilt to a folk concert in Berkeley. As far as I could tell, no one even blinked an eye. At a country concert in Nashville? Let's just say I wouldn't have done it.

 

[lewisnotmiller]

Why is 'gay' an insult?

If you means 'whats wrong with being gay', then nothing.
But some people use it with insulting intent, for sure.